What's not to like about delicious pestiscos (Brazilian tapas), fresh caipirinhas, and homely…read moreBrazilian service all by the beach! The caldinho de feijão, essentially a cup of black bean "soup", was served with chicharrones and was so flavorful, I could have had a whole bowl of it. The highlight for me was definitely the empada de palmito, like a mini pot pie of palm hearts, it was so creamy, smooth and the pastry melts in your mouth. Of course can't pass on a caipirinha de maracujá (passion fruit), this one was probably the freshest of the whole trip! If you're in the Leblon area, stop by here after a beach day for an incredible Brazilian lunch

I stopped here for an afternoon snack and a drink and had the loveliest time. The staff was warm,…read morewelcoming and attentive. My passion fruit caipirinha was delicious. And the shrimp & cheese ball was fantastic, I had 2 orders. Looking forward to returning on my next visit.

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 with a few friends during the evening to grab a bite and some beer. The beer here is high…read morequality and has a better selection then most of the other places around. I liked the Bianca beer as it was very nice tasting and it wasn't too dark and it was good for just a light beer. We had ordered a few different items the first one was the pork with cheese bites I forget the name of the appetizers and I tried to find them on the menu online but I can't seem to find it the appetizers come in pretty large portions good for 2 to 3 people with a pretty unique flavor in different options to indulge all parties taste buds. What I really appreciate about the place is there attentiveness to always grab another beer or ask us if we need one. When we first walked in we were able to be seated right away even though this place is very packed with people in the other simply amazed we were able to get a spot. This is my second time here and both times have been great I would highly recommend it to the other yelpers. There was just one small issue we had as we came with two people and as the others started arriving we needed a bigger table and was told briefly that we need to wait back in line within a few minutes a bigger table opened up and they gladly moved us over there is the reason for the 4 not the 5 star other than that we were able to enjoy the three hours or so we were there.

They finally had the dark stout cioccolato barile that won the gold medal for Brazilian beer…read morefestival 2015 in Blumaneu, in stock for me to try. At 12.5% ABV, it's potent but also delicious! The whiskey caskets they seep them in really intensifies the flavor. This has to be my favorite Noi beer, though it only comes in bottle, not on tap. We tried a variety of food as well, such as the bruschetta, chicken strips, salad and chicken sausage. The bruschetta is usually delicious and comes with several pieces which is great for sharing. The frango crocante, is like chicken strips with a sweet mustard sauce, which is also idea for sharing. The arugula salad was topped with a light dressing and sun-dried tomatoes with a fist-size of mozzarella (huge!) and a mound of Parmesan bread- very filling. The chicken sausage was a huge plate with the chicken sausage coiled under a pile of potatoes. It is only for the truly hungry! All the food was great and service was good too. Definitely will be back.

If you ever heard of the famous Brazilian song called "the girl from Ipanema" this is the actual…read moreplace the song was written and the place was named after I suppose it was called something else before Hahaa But this is located literally a block away from the Ipanema beach in Ipanema Food is great and because it's close to the beach it's got that vibe Always love the fried chicken and the picanha meat Mmm And some guarana soda!

Iconic restaurant giving birth to the famous "Girl from Ipanema" song with delicious tableside…read moresizzling steak. Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 5 (a lot more affordable than other steak places in town) Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Picanha was cut thin and tender. Came oh a sizzling platter. 5 stars - Garlic steak was heartier and packed with flavor: 4.5 stars - Large menu so something for everyone if they are t feeling steaky: fish, pasty - Only a few blocks in from the beach - Where they were inspired to write the famous song "Girl from Ipanema" with song notes framed and hung up on the walls Midlights - French fries: just ok. Thick cut and not crispy. 3 stars - Fried fish: was fine, but dry. 3 stars - Farofa: prefer it more roasted. 3 stars Lowlights: - Popular so can be a line waiting outside Enjoyed this spot and would go back.

After dinner in Botafogo, we tried to milk as much as could as the last night out and headed to Bar…read moredo Horto for a nightcap. We sat in the warm night under some cool looking colored lamps before turning in for the night. There is an English menu that you can order off of, and while we were full from eating, it was nice to sit outside and enjoy the warm night. We didn't stay for very long, but enjoyed being around locals and the few drinks we had.

This is a go-to place for us in Rio. For those visiting Zona Sul, it's still pretty close to…read moreLeblon, but has a completely different and more quiet, intimate feel. Outdoor dining, and live music on many nights add to the good vibe. For food, while a solid standard is of course the carne de sol and yuca, those that like The bolinhos de bacalhau should order that, and I'm sure the rest of the menu is solid too. I especially like the red wine they sell for R$48 per bottle (find that in the US!). You may want to ask for an ice bucket even for the red to get it down to serving temperature in the 50s... Make it here for one night and you won't regret it!

The Academy of Cachaca . . . sounds like my type of place. For all of the non-Brazilians out there,…read morecachaca is Brazil's national liquor. It's what they put in caipirinhas or drink straight up. And when in Rome, you do as the Romans do. My guidebook recommended Academia da Cachaca for its large selection of cachaca and caipirinhas. I was sold. I stopped by with a group and we ended up sitting on their outdoor patio. They also have some indoor space. It's a pretty casual spot but we were there for the cachaca. To get a good variety, I went with the caipirinha flight where you get to choose three mini caipirinhas like original, passion fruit, mango, and more. Service was standard.

3.5 stars Academia da Cachaca is a casual bar and restaurant…read morespecializing in Cachaca (a distilled spirit made from sugarcane juice) and a menu of Brazilian eats. We started with the Feijao Incrementado, a very salty black bean soup served with parsley and fried bacon on the side. For our mains, the Moqueca Camarao was a stew of shrimp, coconut milk, and palm oil, served with white rice and palm oil farofa; and the Sol Arrumadinhos was a layered casserole of cowpeas with a sauce made of spring onion and parsley, topped with a layer of farofa and cubes of sun-dried beef. Both dishes were rather simple and average--the pub food here wasn't necessarily a highlight (the portion sizes were small for the moderate prices), but the service was super friendly.

Spent a few weeks in Brazil and made a commitment to explore the best restaurants the towns or…read morecities we visited had to offer. Of the many restaurants we sampled in our two week vacation that took us to 4 cities, Antiquarius was the finest of the bunch. Alcohol: we sampled several caiperinhas. This is a Brazilian drink made with the alcohol base of cochasa (made from sugarcane). We tried caipirinhas at just about every restaurant we visited. The lychee caipirinhas here were unbelievable and in a league of their own. My girlfriend normally has a few sips of anything I get. After trying this, she had three of her own. I had the crusted white fish. She had some sort of seafood medley. Huge portions, and a week later, we are still arguing over which one was better. Had the privilege of meeting the owner Carlos. A prince of a man. I loved Rio, but am left thinking more about the food I experienced than I am anything else. Obrigado

Formal to dress casual dining and a gem of a restaurant. The service was great and i really enjoyed…read morethe duck. My friends had the Cod and loved it. Besides being a great place to dine, there is a nice bar area overlooking street that was quaint and inviting.

Perfect place for a nice brazilian lunch. Good burgers, great Camarao, nice people…read more Can be busy at night when bigger groups are coming in, but is always a recomendation. I went there three times and still like the atmosphere- typical brazilian and not too upmarket "Leblon style".

Great place to meet locals. We met some English travelers and enjoyed our food chatting with them…read more It is located in a good area, next to a bus station that can take you back to your destination if needing a cheaper way to get back. The food is good, they have dinner specials, specially BBQ style specials, burgers and other stuff. Free WIFI and friendly staff.

So nice backyard in Ipanema! We had lunch: the appetizer was a simple salad and we waited for 30…read moreminutes. But the main course was fantastic! We had the octopus and the risotto with shrimps. The Belgium chocolate mousse was outstanding too! And the garden is really beautiful. Tan lindo patio en Ipanema! Almorzamos: la entrada era una simple ensalada y tardaron 30 minutos en traerla. Pero los platos principales fueron fantásticos! Comimos el pulpo y el risotto de langostinos. El mousse de chocolate belga era riquísimo también! Y el jardín muy muy lindo.

Nice setting inside, feels like outside with the garden and atrium ceiling…read more Friendly, nice staff. Great food, good wine options. Definitely a must for a chilled lunch or a romantic dinner.

This restaurant has amazing service, reasonable prices, and they offer a wonderful variety of…read moresteaks! You must try this if you're in LaBlon. I love this place. It is always a go-to because of its dependable service and good food. Never crowded and always serene.

Came in for lunch during a rainy day ,Typical Brazilian food. Delicious filet stroganoff, nice…read moreservice. Sure it's not as trendy as other places in Leblon but sometimes it's good to go back to the basics