We had the mixed empanadas as an appetizer which all were very good. They were shrimp, beef and…read moresomething else. I had the tilapia fish with tomato eggplant and it was amazing. Hit every taste bud in my mouth. Came with a side of a sauce which you poured over.

I've been a fan of Outback for a long time, so I found tha Vikings, a place very similar and it…read moremakes me an automatic fan. Vikings is a food haven, there are plenty of options for carnivores and vegetarians too with a menu focused on to satisfy all audiences, so this is one of the few places that can please most palates. The food resembles American cuisine with many other cultural spices and flavors. I, my groom and a group of friends came for an early Saturday 5:30 pm to a happy hour and were seated immediately. The place was actually about half full already and completely full when we left around 8:30 pm, with a small wait out the door. The indoor of restaurant is covered, there are two bathrooms and a space one especially large for biggest celebrations. The service is excelent, with helpful and fast waitstaff that know the menu and are pretty friendly. In addition, the kitchen is great, but I remember getting our main dishes very late. However, the food is the best! I love their plates and I think that many options are cheap, for example, my favorite dish is the hamburguer from soy with rice and salad for R$25. The vegetables and meat are super varied and change seasonally, so it will always mix up if you come frequently. I think Vikings is nice enough for a casual date or to bring your friends and parents. It's charming, slightly dark and very much famous in Rio de Janeiro. I indicate for tourists and residents of city.

It has a really nice atmosphere. It makes you feel like a real Viking, but fancy, since you can use…read moreforks. The food and service are fantastic! The staff members are into the Viking history so they can tell you a lot of stories, the theme is not only about decoration. The prices are high but considering that everything is manufactured, I think is worth it.

Long story short...I locked myself out of my apartment and had to find a place to hang out for…read moreawhile. Enter Pavelka. There are tables outside along the sidewalk as well as a few inside and the vibe was casual and quiet. I observed a few solo diners on their phones and ladies having a snack with their toddlers. In addition to serving hot meals, they also sell pastries, cold meats and cheeses along with pantry items like cookies, chips and gluten free pasta. I had the cod fish croquette, a sausage in a baguette and a capirinia (yes, it was a little weird having a cocktail on a weekday morning but I've seen dudes drinking beers on the beach at 8 am so there.) The waiter kindly indulged me in listening to my newly learned Portuguese ("qual e o seu prato favorito?" and "a conta, por favor!") Definitely the friendliest service I've experienced in Rio thus far!

Great food! Great service! Great place! I've had a sausage mix and a cheese cake for desert - both…read morewere great.