Eating Out

Brasileirinho

Do you like Brazilian food? Have you even tried it? If you tried and did not like it, you have not tried the restaurant Brasileirinho in Ipanema. Located at Rua Jangadeiros at the popular General Osorio square, this place has very authentic Brazilian food and is not expensive.

They serve the famous "feijoada" dish which is like a black bean soup with meat in it; it is very delicious. They also have other tasty options like ground beef with thin string pieces of potatoes and fried eggs with "farofa", which is made with manioc, a type of vegetable very more..

type:	Local
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tel:	(21)2513-5184
url:	www.cozinhatipica.com.br
address:	Rua Jangadeiros 10 A, Ipanema

Zero Zero

One word to describe best Zero Zero is fabulous! A friend of mine took me to this place and I loved it. Outside they have an open space for fresh air and to view the sky, but it was raining that day so we stayed inside. They serve beautiful meals of very good taste and they also have great music and a small place to dance. I like this restaurante very much and it gives me good memories of Rio.

type:	South American
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tel:	(21)2540-8041
address:	Rua Padre Leonel Franca 240, Gavea

Brasileirinho

There are just so many options to eat in Rio that its hard to settle on where to go. During my stay I went to various places around the city, but I was very selective of my choices. I wanted Brazilian cuisine only. I found the Brasileirinho restaurant at Ipanema on a typical sunny afternoon and went inside to look further. The food is very authentic and so is the restaurant itself, which serves the main Brazilian dish, the "feijoada", with accompanying side dishes that go together very well. Fantastic place for lunch.

type:	South American
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tel:	(21)2513-5184
url:	www.cozinhatipica.com.br
address:	Rua Jangadeiros 10A, Ipanema

Guapo Loco

I really enjoyed this mexican joint over in Leblon. The food's great and cheap, especially on weekends where they have an all-you-can-eat buffet with a wide variety of goodies. I didn't run into any other mexican restaurants around Rio (and trust me, I looked), so I imagine this is the one to go to. You better skip breakfast if you plan on spending an afternoon here!

type:	Mexican
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tel:	(21)2495-2995
url:	www.guapoloco.com.br
address:	Rua Rainha Guilhermina 48, Leblon

Azul Marinho

This is a nice place over at Ipanema, with a great view of the Arpoador, where they serve some of the most delicious Brazilian food I have tried to date. One of my favorites is the "pargo" fish, served with rice and potatoes. Because its cooked in a thick layer of salt, the fish becomes soft and tender. They have their other secret cooking techniques that add up to the flavor, making this restaurant a great addition to the top dining spots in Rio. For more informations please call: 2523-9857

type:	Seafood
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tel:	(21)2513-5014
url:	www.cozinhatipica.com.br
address:	Av. Francisco Bhering, Arpoador

Benkei

Lots of places to eat japanese in Rio, but my girl and I found this one in Ipanema (Benkei) to be the best. Either you order items off the menu or have an all-you-can-eat feast. Enjoy!

type:	Japanese
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url:	www.benkei.com.br
address:	Av. Henrique Dumont

AMIR

AMIR RESTAURANT
http://www.amirrestaurante.com.br/scripts/index.asp

Amir is a very special place. As I got there, I felt myself in a "Arabian Nights" Scenario, but not in the cheesy way. Somehow they managed to create a very special ambiance. Now, lets go to what matters the most: the food. Everybody knows Arabic food, in each place of the globe you will find it, but is hard to find it so well done as in Amir. Winner for 5 times in a row the best Arabic Restaurant in Rio, Amir has the more..

type:	International
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tel:	21 2275 5596
url:	www.amirrestaurante.com.br
address:	R. Ronald de Carvalho 55
email:	amirrestaurante@terra.com.br

CBF

Few people around the world had the privilege to get to know the Portuguese food. Put that small country full of seas has so many delicious dishes I couldnt believe. Now you must be thinking, "why is this guy talking about Portuguese food on the Rio de Janeiro's part of the website?" The thing is that Brazil used to be a Portugal colony and the influences of the European country in the South America paradise remain till nowadays. I found out all that during my unforgettable days in Rio, and the stage of such a great experience was CBF RESTAURANT. Placed more..

type:	Spanish
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tel:	2232 3215
address:	Praça Tiradentes 83, Centro

Zazá Bistrô Tropical

In Rio, there is plenty of diversity when it comes to eating out. The Ipanema neighbourhood (which is between Leblon and Copacabana) is no exception to this rule. One of the better places I found was the Zaza Bistro, at Joana Angelica street, which was near my hotel. Since I was eating at the hotel almost every day of my stay, I wanted a change of menu. I asked the concierge if he knew where I could get a good meal around that area, so he handed me this guide called Rio For Partiers which has a lot of useful information if you´re new to the city. I decided to go more..

type:	Indonesian
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tel:	2247 9101
url:	zazabistro.com.br
address:	Rua Joana Angélica 40, Ipanema
email:	zaza@zazabistro.com.br

Zuka

Brazil is famous for its original and unique food, there is no doubt about it. The thing is that after spending a whole week staying a lot of heavy dishes, All I and my Boyfriend wanted was a taste of international, contemporary food in a nice, cool and hype place. The talented chef of ZUKA, was very smart by mixing Brazilian classics to Thai satays and French nouveau ,with harmony and good taste. Not only the food was delicious but also exquisite and beautifully put together. The prices are sure not the cheapest in Rio , but I'm sure it worthed every more..

type:	International
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tel:	3205 7154
url:	www.zuka.com.br
address:	Rua Dias Ferreira 233, Leblon

Barril 1800

Barril 1800 is one of those great places you find out when you most need it and couldn't become more satisfied. The huge house,  just across the street of Ipanema Beach, is used to become frequenters that  leave the sand and go there for a nice meal. The place is also a temple of carioca Bohemia, and is always full every night of the week, probably because the great draft beer they offer. The local cuisine restaurant is tasty and in large amounts, enough to share among 2 or even 3 people. The prices are very nice and the service too. I enjoyed it very more..

type:	Local
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accessibility:	easy
tel:	2523 0085
address:	Av. Vieira Souto 110
PriceOfMenu:	cheap

CASA DA FEIJOADA

After a breakfast composed of açai and a grilled cheese sandwich, my friend and I weren't hungry until late afternoon, when we made the wise decision to try the main local dish (drumroll)... the Feijoada Brasileira! We went to this restaurant in the Ipanema neighborhood aptly called Casa da Feijoada and by now, hungry as we were, went straight for the main dish. These guys make a mean feijoada, tell you what! We also sipped some caipirinhas, which we were told, go together like peas and carrots when it comes to feijoada. A superb experience indeed!

type:	Local
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tel:	55 21 2247 2776
address:	Rua Prudente de Moraes 10, Ipanema

Palaphita Kitch

PALAPHITA KITCH

Imagine a place that although beeing in the middle of a big city seems like you are in a small town, very calm, without any stress, enjoying the nature, the birds and a beautiful and huge lagoon. Now imagine one of the best places to watch sunset. THAT'S WHAT BETTER DESCRIBES PALAPHITA'S KITCH!  

Besides all of that nature thing, this restaurant still has a great food made with some locals ingredients. It's a very sophisticated place to take someone you like, or to comemorate especials more..

type:	Local
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tel:	(55) (21) 2227-0837
url:	www.palaphitakitch.com.br
address:	Av. Epitácio Pessoa S/N - Quiosque 20 - Parque do Cantagalo - Lagoa
PriceOfMenu:	$$$