Where to eat in Rio de Janeiro?

where to eat in rio de janeiro

Not only beautiful landscapes, sunny and warm days, and sea baths live Rio de Janeiro. Anyone who lives or visits this wonderful city can have fun at any time of day, but they can also eat well.

The problem is common in any major city, especially those that are full of tourists: how do you choose the best places to eat? The right answer depends on certain factors, such as personal taste, price range and whether the meal will be a special feast or just a basic experience.

This article brings together a tiny list of 3 restaurants to put an end to doubts about where to eat in Rio de Janeiro. There are options for lunch and dinner, so you have no excuse for not having a good meal.

Travel tip: book a Rio de Janeiro private tour and ask for other restaurant suggestions

Here is the mini list:

Aprazível Territory

At higher part of Santa Teresa neighborhood, chef Ana Castilho commands the Territoire Aprazível. The menu features influences from Brazilian food, such as moqueca and other dishes.

Address: Rua Aprazível, 62 – Santa Teresa
Opening hours: From Wednesday to Saturday from 12 noon to 11pm; from Sunday from 12 noon to 6pm.

Yum Yum

The chef Roberta Ciasca is the manager of the Miam Miam in Botafogo. The menu follows the line of so-called “comfortable food” – home-cooked food with a chef’s twist. At lunch, in addition to the “executive” and à la carte menu option, there is an all-you-can-eat salad menu.

Address: Rua General Góis Monteiro, 34 – Botafogo
Opening hours: Monday to Friday from 12 noon to 3:30 pm and from 7:00 pm to 0:00; Saturday from 1 pm to 0:00.

Oro

Chef Felipe Bronze’s Oro restaurant is the star of the show of its dishes. In 2015, the site was awarded one Michelin star. There are two tasting menu options, with the option of harmonizing the wines of sommelier Cecilia Aldaz.

Address: Avenida General San Martin, 889 – Leblon
Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday from 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm; Saturday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm.

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