CoLAB

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CoLAB is one of Botafogo’s increasing number of lively bar/restaurants attracting a predominantly young crowd with a combination of international cuisine, cocktails and craft beers. The menu features curries (both Indian and Thai) as well as samosas, falafel sandwiches, burgers and other temptations. Calm by day, CoLAB picks up in the evenings – with DJs and the occasional band keeping things lively.

CoLAB regularly hosts guest chefs offering ethnic cuisines not usually found on the menus of Zona Sul’s more established restaurants.

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