Centro & the Mainland
A GLS (Gays, Lesbians and Sympathetics) dive catering to a 20-something crowd.
Must-see nightlife in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
In a lively stretch of Botafogo, O Plebeu is a welcoming, open-sided two-story bar with tables spilling onto the sidewalk and a 2nd-floor balcony…
Flamengo & Around
On a lively stretch of Rua Alice, the Bar do Serafim is a simple, convivial boteco serving tasty Portuguese appetizers and plenty of chope (draft beer)…
Brazil
Part store, part bar, this small craft-beer emporium doesn't have a lot of local flavor but does stock more than 170 artisanal beers by the bottle (50 or…
Rio de Janeiro
Set in a restored colonial building near Praça Mauá, Jazz In draws a buzzing crowd that mingles among the art-covered walls, sipping bubbly (champagne and…
São Paulo
This mainstream craft-beer choice is set on a prime corner near the beginning of trendy Rua dos Pinheiros. Don't expect a lot of knowledge from the staff,…
Ipanema & Leblon
Leblon's flower-and-produce market is home to this popular outdoor bar hidden on the large back terrace. It draws groups of friends and young families,…
São Paulo
A more mainstream microbrewery that draws a fun crowd, this is one of Sampa's first and most dependable local craft suds factories; though they don't…
Santa Teresa & Lapa
Directly above the Largo do Guimarães bonde (streetcar) stop, this bookstore and cafe has shaded outdoor tables that make for a fine break. The cafe is up…
Rio de Janeiro
A large food market in Humaitá, the Cobal transforms into a festive nightspot when the sun goes down, complete with open-air eating and drinking.
Santa Teresa & Lapa
A short stroll from Largo do Guimarães, this lively spot serves up cold beers and German-inspired snacks and sandwiches.
