The food and the service are impecable. The ambience is fancy but it can also be casual. Overall…read morethis has been one of my favorite places in the Rio area!

Wonderful Brazilian Steakhouse with very attentive staff in Barra Beach (about 25-30 minutes from…read moreCopacabana). The options of meat include, but are not limited to: -ribeye -chicken thighs -chick hearts -lamb -beef shoulder They also have a host of starchy Brazilian side dishes and salads. Luckily they have an iPad that has an English menu. Overall the meat was very flavorful, of course I went for all the ribeye I could eat. They have 3 meat temperature , rare, medium, done. The medium was more medium rare for us on the Northern Plain. The dessert was also delicious. I would definitely recommend and go back. Some of the waiters spoke english, but not many.

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 in twice for lunch opting for the ancho beef steak for 2. Razor sharp knives did a great job…read moreagainst these soft parilla charred steaks .

I came here to grab dinner and it was a great choice. The all you can eat steak is amazing, I…read morepersonally just like the picanha but there were some others that were delicious as well. The filet mignon was seasoned in butter and other stuff so it wasnt my favorite. There no menu here so it's basically all you can eat steak and what they have at the salad bar. The salad bar had pork, cod and other options as well. I got th sea bass and thought it was delicious. I saw the waiter walk around with some sausage I think but he didn't come to my table. The owner of the place or manager used a translator app to ask me questions from Portuguese to English. The price is very reasonable here and the service is top notch. The only issue I had was flagging down someone to get the check since it took a while for the manager or owner to come. Their machine will show you the R price and the price in US dollars. I didn't have the option to leave tip so I don't know if that's already added in.

I love when someone else is cooking! The food was awesome with great selections! I felt like I was…read morein hog heaven. We came for lunch before getting on our plane back to Houston. Ten stars!

My first visit to Rubiyat was years ago in São Paulo under the fig tree. When I saw they had one in…read moreRio, I knew I needed to make a stop before heading to the airport (I was on a business trip). Once again, I was delighted by the food and the ambiance (where else can you sit in the city next to a park and looking straight at Cristo Redentor! The service was just as wonderful as I remembered. They recommended drinks (caipirinha de caçu) and the cuts of meat (always picanha for me)! We started with a nice assortment of break and accompaniments. The picanha was full of flavor and just the right amount. The side of palmito that was baked with cheese and nuts was out of this world!. Of course, a picanha isn't complete without farofa (we had the egg farofa). And to top everything off a pistachio petite gateau with raspberry sorbet...amazing! Once again, I have a reason to remember this spectacular place and to come back to Rio. Thank you!

We had the Executive special and it was very disappointing. I've known Rubayat in Sao Paulo for…read moreover 30 years and this was not what I've seen in the past. The pork rib appetizer seemed boiled. not grilled.And had a slightly sweet sauce. Underwhelming. My main dish, beef ribs also didn't seem right. They were tender but also seemed not slow roasted as they should be. They were finished with a decent demi-glace that didn't belong there. The puffed potatoes that came where somehow off, unfortunately. And the desert, a simple Brazilian style flan, was also poorly executed. Certainly subpar for the price and the high expectations I had from this brand.

Solid burger at Malta Beef Club. Along with Clan BBQ my 2 favorite spots in Rio…read more Had the burger cooked mal pasado (medium rare) which was served with Monterrey Jack cheese plus aioli sauce and it was delicious. Comes with French fries and I stuck with natural water as I came during lunchtime. Nice ambiance with 2 dining levels. Total bill with tip came to R$ 83, or $16.43 US as of the time of this post.

Loved this place.. great beef, good service. A little out of the way for tourists but worth the…read moreUber ride.

They bring the meat to your table, Ross so you can pick out what you want. The side never ends and…read moreit's some of the best mashed potatoes I've ever had in my life like cream.

It's insane that i haven't reviewed this place until just now, as I've been here 5 times now and…read moreabsolutely love this place! The steaks here are insane, however my favorite is certainly the Picania - This is a cut you can't get in the US (at least not outside of Brazilian restaurants or butchers) but it's just perfect. They do serve a number of sides, the applesauce one, the carrots, the mashed potatoes, and the risotto were my favorites. In fact i think i asked for 3+ servings of the risotto. For dessert they also had Chocolate Mousse - So good! I REALLY hope this place makes it, i'll be back every time i'm in Brazil

Amazing food, killer cocktails, and a staff that actually seems happy you're there that's always a…read moregood start. And let's be honest, Brazilians know their way around a grill. The picanha? Cooked the way it's meant to be juicy, properly seasoned, with that beautiful crust that only real fire and patience can give you. Simple, bold, and done right.

At Giuseppe Grill, the ambiance is where it is at - the food is just average. Come to share a bite…read moreand take in the beauty of the space, but go elsewhere for an affordable dinner. I tried it and I will not return. I am still searching for the best picanha. The sausage starter was unimaginative and could be better executed. The sliced porterhouse was overcooked. The polenta was too watery and not enjoyable. The condiments while fun and cute serve no other purpose.

Very good steakhouse in Leblon. I ordered their house specialty, ojo de bife (ribeye) that was…read morerecommended by my waiter. The steak was accompanied with perfectly cooked French fries, white rice, and excellent farofa. I ordered a glass of Malbec and finished off my meal with a wonderful dessert--pave (served in a bowl with caramel). The entire meal with tip came to R$ 127, or just under $33 US, at the time of my visit. Not all the staff speaks English, so just use Google Translate if you have any questions. Returned a few nights later and had an excellent burger served medium rare with great marbled flavor. More convenient (walking distance) from my Leblon hotel than Rubaiyat.

Great Brazilian BBQ restaurant recommend by hotel staff. Served a great house red wine bom vinho. I…read morelove caprese salad and they had very good one on the salad bar. Beef Bbq ribs where tender and delicious along with the tenderloin steak was the star of the show. Finished dinner with almond cake . Ok enough about the food the service her was great especially since I speak English and the staff speaks Portuguese. They where very patient with me and gave great recommendations on what to try. I will definitely be back on return trip to Rio

This place had the best barbecue I've ever seen. Brazilian food it's amazing, but the restaurant…read moresounds like a little expensive.