Stambul was a drunken night find for me and my friends, and we accidentally walked in here only…read morebecause this restaurant had a very nice vibe to it! But at the end of our meal, we were just so glad for all the Caipirinha's in our system that led us to this delicious find! The first time we went here, since we were struggling with language, we literally were looking at what the rest of tables were ordering and were literally pointing in directions where the food was looking absolutely delicious. Almost every one was ordering the Filé Mignon which was absolutely delicious, very well seasoned and perfect temperature! We also enjoyed and completely fell in love with their Arroz com Frango and their Lamb Rice (Arroz com Carneiro) which again had such amazing taste to it! We also noticed a lot of people ordering their Lamb Seekh Kabab's.. can't remember the Portuguese name for that dish but again an absolutely delicious find! For drinks, we stuck with Caipirinha which was very well made and had a decent kick to it. We could manage ordering all of our food by either pointing at other peoples dishes OR with the help of one of the staff members, who could speak English. Service wise we had absolutely no problems!

Great experience, both the food and the service. The waiter was really friendly and helpful,…read morepatient explaining all the dishes to us. We ate grilled fish - FABULOUS - along with the filet mignon and grilled chicken. All the reviews rave about the steak but the fish was hands down the best. The salada arabe was great. Highly recommend!

We're staying at the JW Marriott and really wanted to try feijoada, a Brazilian, black bean stew…read more We've heard it referred to as Brazil's national dish. About 250 feet from the front door of the hotel (go right then right again) is the restaurant. Clean, lots of windows to the street, friendly and attentive service. We ordered the feijoada and two Chopps pilsners. The meal included a green salad that was a cross between romaine and seaweed. Yum. Also rice, corn meal, and fried pork belly. Oh, and a shot of alcohol that was quite similar to the kind of margarita you'd get from someone who adores tequila. Delicious!! With tax and tip, the meal was 108 reals, or about $27...for two. Superb!!!

Amazing hole in the wall Brazilian food. The owner speaks English to help you navigate through…read moretheir menu. My second meal here during my NYE trip. Delicious! Right around the corner from the JW Marriott. A great find. Basic decor but it's all about the food at a super moderate price.

It's supposed to be authentic food but given the crowds it's probably catering to the tourists -…read morethe price certainly feels that way. Decent food but nothing special. The main reason for going is its a stop on the tram line and probably one of the best along that route.

My wife and I were in Brazil last week and we made the trek up to an area of Rio de Janeiro called…read moreSanta Teresa, and we were looking for a place to catch the England-Uruguay match. We were going to go to a different sports bar that was recommended to us, but we saw that it was super packed. We walked down the street and found Portella, and boy were we happy that we stumbled on this place! Portella is nice sizable restaurant with plenty of indoor seating. It was full of color, culture, and character... we absolutely loved it! The hostess was extremely nice and was able to get us a seat closer to where there was a large screen projector that was broadcasting the games. The place was packed with locals and other soccer fans who were also there to catch the action. We wanted to munch on some snacks and grab a few drinks, so we ordered the Torresmo (pork rinds) to munch on for an appetizer. These pork rinds were absolutely delicious - deep fried, bite sized pork rinds. They also served them with limes to add a little bit of a sour taste to them, and it was a great appetizer for less than $5 USD. For drinks, we order a tangerine caiprinha for my wife. Words to the wise - caipirinhas in Brasil are really strong drinks. They are basically Brasil's versions of margaritas. We had to ask for a lot more ice to try and water down the drink because of how strong it was! I also ordered the 600mL bottle of Bohemia beer (a Brazilian beer), which wasn't too bad, and it was a huge bottle for only about $6 USD! Not bad! When one of our friends met up with us, we also got an order of empanadas filled with carne. This was a $18-$19 USD dish, and to had 8 empanadas on it, but they weren't that great unfortunately. This was the only sour spot to what was an otherwise, a really great experience. The game was also awesome, and the soccer fans in there were great. We got to talk to a lot of the locals and they were super nice. Definitely recommend Portella. If we ever go back to Rio, we are paying a visit to Portella. Via Brasil!

It is as everyone says. A no frills steak joint that wants to serve good food at fair prices…read morewithout having to pay for the ambiance. Outdoor seating today though was a definite plus, granted you're on a secondary road behind the main drag on Copacabana beach. We had picanha ao braseiro which is a kidney shaped steak with some fat - no complaints. It was a perfect medium with salt crystals that occasionally explodes in your mouth for that extra flavor. For 162 Brazilian Real(currency) for two people, it's a good deal. It came with diced tomatoe and onions a perfect offset. Happy I came here. Apologies for the pics - wasn't expecting to review the place.

We found this place with good reviews and decided to try it. When we arrived, it wasn't busy and…read morethey told us to sit anywhere on the bar. They didn't really speak English but it wasn't difficult to order. We got the steak and chicken. They came with some kind of vinegar infused veggies, rice, powdered stuff, and fries. The guy helping us scooped food onto our plates. It was an odd but interesting experience. Overall we loved the meat here, and the service was also great! Not to mention it was super affordable! Highly recommend this place!

Again a very good dinner we had the bread appetizer with the house made butter that was like…read morewipping cream and a fish in olive oil on fresh hot bread And châteaubriand for two The crème brûlée cake with cinnamon ice cream

Wow wow wow. This place was recommended by a local and it did not disappoint. So incredibly…read morebeautiful from the outside to the inside. The decor is stunning. We got to set right by the pool. It was quiet and serene. The server was so kind and helpful and recommended the best options. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. I could have eaten three of those corn cakes! If you visit you have to try Pergula!

After looking for authentic Brazilian food we came across this place & decided to give it a try…read more Drinks we had Moscow & Caperita both good, nice taste & good on the alcohol. On the food we tried Cassava crisp , lord all mighty was this good, great combo w the meat & the cassava. Next the Joaquin's picadinho , really good as well great flavors, great taste to the meat & the shredded rib rice , it was very good nice taste to this dish. We managed to have room left for dessert & had the Tapioca ice cream, another yummm really good & just the right amount of sweetness. This place seems to be very popular, we tried to come back another day but the wait was too long & we just didn't have the time to spare otherwise we would have waited. Nice looking place inside, we sat outside where they have a nice set up service is great they are very attentive, prices are reasonable & the food was delicious for sure worth the try.

Came here and had a great experience. Service was good. Servers were able to make us comfortable…read moreand speak English, which was nice. It's a cute chill spot for dinner and drinks. Honorable mentions: Shredded Beef Rice- was delicious. Rice cooked to perfection and the beef had amazing flavor. Joaquina's picadinho- beef was a salty for my taste but flavors were delicious. Tapioca Shrimp- these were sooo good appetizers. Good size shrimps and the flavors were delicious. Pasteis (shrimp)- delicious! Came with 2 smaller empanada-type pastries. We wanted to order Pork Rinds and Mini Shrimp Burgers but ran out early that day. We ate around 8 pm so go earlier if you want to try. Definitely a great culinary experience.

One of my all time favorite steakhouses. Quality steaks with fries and broccoli rice. The sauces on…read morethe side were also a great compliment with the meat. If you got room, get the shrimp and a slice of sausage in the beginning of the meal when they offer it table side. When I spent some time in the city, I went all the time that the servers knew me and took well care of me.

This was my first lunch stop during my recent trip to Rio. Saw loads of locals and was feeling…read moregreat to try this place based on reviews. We got the toscano sausage which was fabulous and the best along with broccoli rice and steak. The broccoli rice was fantastic but the steak could be better. We then ordered the brigadeiro cake which was good but too sweet for me but still good. Overall dint get the hype around this place as they had a hugggge line during lunch time but we got there right at opening so dint have any wait time.

Came here while vacationing in Brazil. Through my research, this restaurant came up as the place…read moreto eat in Rio. And I see why!!! Came here with reservations and was immediately taken back by the bright colors and decor. We were immediately greeted and seated by hostess. Once walking in, you are IMMEDIATELY mesmerized by the elaborate and yes, over the top decorations in this restaurant. I mean a full car just on the side of a wall, ships every where, many Louis Vuitton bags hanging from the ceiling. IT was the MOST unique restaurants Ive ever been in and I was in an underwater restaurant in Dubai. The ladies bathroom is covered with coffee beans on the floor with a very big and unique Lips on the wall Service - 100 out 10!!! I hardly ever touched my plate. As I ventured out to the buffet, the second I was heading to my table, a server took my plate and walked it to my table for me, all while pulling out my seat. I noticed that each table had a different flag on it and realized that the server took note of where each patron was from and placed a flag on their table so servers can know what language they speak. My bag was zipped tied to my chair seconds after i sat down. Food - Food was in abundance of everything!! Lobsters, filet mignon, calamari, mussels...EVERYTHING! Food was pretty good. Very unique restaurant, A+ service. If in Rio, TRY IT!

I recently visited Marius Degustare in Rio and had a pleasant experience overall. The servers were…read morevery nice and attentive -- they truly make you feel welcome and well taken care of throughout the meal. The service was definitely the highlight of the visit. That said, while the food and atmosphere were enjoyable, in my opinion you can find better deals elsewhere in Rio for a similar dining experience. It's a good spot if you're looking for friendly service and a comfortable setting, but if value for money is your priority, it might be worth exploring other options as well.