Location: Rio de Janeiro
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What to do and see in Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro (RJ): The Best Bars & Clubs
With its plentiful beaches, dramatic mountains, and backdrop of samba and bossa nova rhythms, it's easy to fall in love with Rio de Janeiro. Made famous in song, Ipanema Beach is still the place to stroll, sunbathe, and be seen. The largest Art Deco statue in the world, Christ the Redeemer, beckons visitors to Corcovado Mountain. Rio’s annual Carnaval celebrations are bacchanalian extravaganzas of feasting, music, dance, and costumed revelry.
Restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
1. Samba dos Guimaraes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
You can’t miss out on discovering samba while in Rio, and there is no better place than in Mercado das Pulgas, in Santa Teresa.
2. Rio Scenarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,381 reviews
Reviewed By lavassola
Took the Metro but unfortunately the exit I needed was closed so ended up not quite where I'd plannned and as other reviewers have pointed out, it is NOT the place to wander round. However, just asked and got there. Had read the food wasn't brilliant so ate at a restaurant in the same street. Had no ID with me but fortunately, had spoken with some staff earlier and was cleared. Btw, security staff are everywhere, quite discreet but you know they are there! Watched the first band from the balcony and was asked to dance by a local gentleman so we danced right there...no probs with anyone as most folks are in an extremely happy mood. Went down to the dance floor as well and danced there too for both the 1st and 2nd bands. Did venture into the Disco but not for me....good music but volume wise, I value my ears! On leaving, handed in the card onto which your drinks/food bill is finalised and then asked if someone could escort me to the taxi rank...all completed very quickly. Security staff stayed with me until a taxi arrived and ensured the driver knew my destination. I'm a professional musician and also love my dancing. This venue set me up for the rest of my holiday. An excellent mix of young/middle aged and mature customers. Glad I went.
3. Cafe Cultural Sacrilegio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 248 reviews
In the heart of Lapa, the Cultural Cafe Sacrilege is a completely different place. Reference by the wealth of information and a remarkable creativity. Identity is the joke of the 'sacred' with bohemian Rio. The result could only be an interactive and house full of stories to tell. The house has the astral da Lapa. Sacrilege is not to know!
4. Carioca da Gema
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 617 reviews
Reviewed By Kingpaul100 - Malaga, Spain
The live Samba and Bosa Nova music was FAB !! Lots of atmosohere. Very popular place. Small cover charge re music. Drinks not overpriced. A great space to be in !
5. Trapiche Gamboa
6. Bip Bip
7. Barra Music
8. Samba do Trabalhador
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
9. Pagode da Tia Doca
10. Bar Bukowski
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 909 reviews
Bar Bukowski is the oldest (and safer) rock and roll house of Rio the Janeiro. Open on mondays, wednesdays, thursdays, fridays and saturdays. Four bars, LP lounge, external area and hookah.
