Food service and ambiance was great. Very assorted Z expected from a legendary restaurant in an…read moreiconic place of town. Won't let you down

As a traveler from the states I wasnt crazy about this place. It was edible but I wont ever go…read moreback. The flavors lacked for me. And maybe its cause im used to certain seasonings being from the states. But I feel like ive had better Brazilian experiences in the U.S. would I go a 2nd time? No. But would i go and relive my first visit eating there? Yes! It was a real authentic Brazilian experience and I wouldnt ever take back experiencing that! Also... maybe its just a thing U.S people arent used to...? but you really have to ask for your meal check otherwise youll be waiting around for longer when your ready to leave. But I think this has to be a cultural thing cause it happened everywhere in brazil. But just ask and they will cash you out. Nobody was ever rude to me for when I said I was ready to pay.

This is my favorite place from my trip to brazil. After the Moqueca, the food here was so unique…read moreand amazing. Its a cute vegan restaurant with great service. The menu is diverse and caters to different tastes. Stand out dishes: I enjoyed the lavender lemonade. Seitan baits with korean sauce had perfect crunch and it was my first time trying out seitan. Tofu with sesame crust with black rice. It was my first time having black rice but it paired really well with smoky tofu. The texture was great! Compared to the above dishes, i felt aromatic Burmese rice didn't stand out as much. Same with the batata rustica. These classic dishes were good however the menu has so many other interesting choices that might be fun to explore and taste great!

When traveling abroad researching vegan options is a most. Brazil is a meat eating country. I was…read morepleasantly surprised to find a 100% vegan restaurant in the Ipanema area of Rio. There were traditional Brazilian dishes prepared as a vegan option. Some of the options were not to my liking. The server was kind enough to remove it from my bill. I highly recommend Teva if you find yourself in Rio de Janeiro.

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!

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.

Came to Cervantes for lunch after seeing great reviews on Yelp. It's in Copacabana but about 3-4…read moreblocks away from the beach. My friend and I sat outside and ordered sandwiches--what they specialize in. The service was the fasted we received so far. Staff was friendly. I ordered the filet sandwich and a shrimp pastry similar to an empanada. Both were delicious--what stood out was the bread. Definitely check out this little spot if you are in the Copacabana area of Rio!

I got the ham, cheese, and pineapple sandwich. Very tasty. The bread was very good. I was there at…read morea downtime I think. Walked right in and had attentive staff get me exactly what I wanted.

My fellow Americans! (Obama voice)…read more So you're here in Brazil and realize the food is quite terrible, right? (I know, it's not what you expect when you travel.) Well this is a play-it-safe move for your Yankee tastebuds. Get the filet mignon and a side of rice. Don't even do the one that comes with sides because rice, French fries, and egg farofa is gonna be too much food. And besides, you don't even know what farofa is. I could tell you that it's a type of meal made from toasted cassava, but you don't know what that is either. (It's okay. We're gonna get through this.) Place is stuffier than my nose during the Santa Ana winds, so I wouldn't recommend going there wearing a ton of layers. Th-th-that's all folks! (Porky Pig voice)

My cousin and I decided to eat at Galeto Sat's because Anthony Bourdain highly recommended it. Long…read morestory short, totally worth it. If you're in Rio go get yourself some chicken. It is VERY popular and I'm sure being recommended by Bourdain has a lot to do with it. The first time we tried to eat there the wait was over an hour long. We went sometime after 1AM and there was still a decent wait, maybe close to 30 minutes. The place is pretty small and cramped, but that gives it some charm. Somehow that makes the food taste even better. We ordered a little bit of everything and it was all amazing. Chicken, steak, fries, garlic bread, polenta. It was all cooked and seasoned to perfection. Everything we ordered was delicious Service was fair and prices are reasonable. Do yourself a favor and visit Galeto Sat's!

Visited for dinner and the views of the city was amazing. The server was very kind with a positive…read moreattitude. It was more expensive than most of the meals we had in Rio but it was worth it, as it was one of my favorite meals during my trip. I ordered the Arroz Carioca which was soooo good. The rice was so flavorful with plenty of shrimp throughout the dish. The restaurant was also beautiful, like an open air tree house. Would recommend making a reservation!

After over 24 hours of travel, we dropped off our luggage and Uber'd over here. If you're visiting…read moreRio for the first time, make sure you double your expected travel time to account for traffic and delays with getting assigned a driver. What a whirlwhird to start our trip. Prepare for a journey up windy streets and enjoy the street art and neighborhoods along the way. We had no idea when we got there we would arrive 20 minutes before closing, yet we still were met at the door and ushered into a magical treehouse with 360 views of the city. What an exhilerating and authentic experience!!! Super kind staff and the food - stellar, must go if you're in Rio.

Really one of the best meals I had in Brazil. It's on the top floor of the Shopping Leblon mall…read more I had a craving for the pizza and the "lets go baby" pizza was enticing. I wasn't sure with the idea of honey and tomato on a pizza but I am glad I tried it. It was a really good combination. The crust is nice and toasty. The Milanese was well cooked as well. The Jaguar passion fruit cocktails were really good. Our server warmed up to us after a while language barriers aside. We tried to speak Portuguese as much as we could. The seating and ambiance are clean and inviting. I am definitely planning to return.

Listen, when I say I want a pepperoni pizza, THIS PLACE IS WHAT I MEAN. They delivered! Really…read moredelicious pizza. I did order from iFood, so I am unable to review on service and ambiance, but the pizza was unforgettable. I can't wait to go back and order it again.

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.

Lots and lots of choices! We came here on a bus tour group. We were seated immediately in an area…read morethat was reserved for us. Choices included: - Veggies - Pork - Beef - Chicken - Sausage All was tender and prepared nicely. When we wanted more of a certain meat, they brought it.

My boyfriend and I wanted to dress up and go out for a nice dinner while visiting Rio and we were…read morereally excited about this place! This place was nice but if you're a foreigner - I would suggest visiting Churrascaria Palace near Copacabana instead. We loved it so much we went twice during our one week stay in Rio. The service was 100x better, many more cuts of steak coming around, amazing salad bar, and the ambience was just as nice. Also more foreigner friendly. **Knocking four stars off service specifically for the two hostesses up front (Jan 27 '26). Upon entering, they immediately gave each other a weird look making us feel weird, uncomfortable, and not welcome. They looked me up and down and exchanged judgmental looks upon entering and once again as we were leaving after our meal. As a classy restaurant, I expect a warm welcome from a hostess who carries that same classy standard in her demeanor and behavior.