Rio de Janeiro Restaurants

In the heart of Lapa's historic district, this bar/restaurant is packed to the rafters with antique pieces, many of which are for sale. From the wooden furniture to the ornate mirrors, the décor reflects Rio's colonial past, wh... more

You will find this restaurant within the Sofitel Rio Palace Hotel. Recently refurbished, it retains its charm and can still claim to be one of Rios' finest formal restaurants. The décor follows the best French elegance and trad... more

A concept club located right next to Rio's Planetarium, 00 (pronounced Zero Zero just to be sure) draws the wealthy Leblonners out of their apartments and onto the dance floor via its rather special sushi restaurant. The open a... more

With stunning views across Guanabara Bay to Sugar Loaf mountain, Café das Ruinas offers one of Rio's most scenic hangouts to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat. The café is housed within the grounds of Parque das Ruinas, a belle e... more

Bread may not top many people's list of fantasy foods, but the mere mention of Escola do Pão has locals salivating. There are more than 30 types of savory and sweet breads and pastries here, from buttery croissants to weighty... more

The first residential street to be built in Rio de Janeiro, Rua Lavradio is a long cobbled road flanked by tall and handsome colonial buildings. Many of these have been transformed into bars and restaurants, while others are no... more

Visit the website, select your table, click and reserve it, then simply prepare yourself for one of Leblon's favorite dining experiences. The décor is straight out of Notting Hill, all wooden panels and soft leather, as well as... more

This downtown drinking den is one of the liveliest places in Lapa to meet up on a Friday or Saturday night. The bar's name means 'Rainbow of Lapa', and here you'll find revelers of all colors, ages, social class, and fashion tr... more

From food around the world to foot-tapping music, Melt is a chic joint that solely dedicates its service for entertaining the city. Be it Thai food or Belgian beer, here authentic is the name of the game. Being one of the upsca... more

High property prices in Leblon have led to a glut of extremely pricey and very formal drinking and dining options, but those looking for an altogether more relaxed environment will find plenty of food for thought at Cobal do Le... more