Must-see restaurants in Rio de Janeiro State

  • Galeto Sat's Botafogo

    Rio de Janeiro

    Galeto Sat’s Botafogo is an upmarket take on the classic 'galeto' (spring chicken) restaurant that is a staple of Rio's restaurant scene, with chic…

  • Angu do Gomes

    Rio de Janeiro

    Set in a weather-beaten colonial building in Saúde, Angu do Gomes is a classic carioca eating spot. Opened in 1955, the restaurant is best known for its…

  • Devassa

    Rio de Janeiro

    This upscale boteco is well known for its excellent beers (like the refreshing Loura, perfect for a hot day, or the IPA-style Índia, for something with a…

  • Cafe Colombo

    Rio de Janeiro

    Far removed from the hustle and bustle of Av Atlântica, this cafe has magnificent views of Copacabana Beach. At the outdoor tables you can sit beneath…

  • Balada Mix

    Rio de Janeiro

    This restaurant and drinking spot has a pleasant outside seating area and a welcoming vibe. Minimalist and funky decor really sets the place off at night…

  • Botequim Bodega do Sal

    Rio de Janeiro

    Near Pedra do Sal (a major destination for samba lovers on Mondays and Fridays), this classic eating and drinking spot serves a fine variety of…

  • Restaurante Quinta da Boa Vista

    Rio de Janeiro

    Inside the former 1822 chapel of the former royal palace, this place serves excellent bacalhau ao forno (oven-baked codfish), caldeirada de frutos de mar …

  • Bananaland

    Búzios

    Standing out among the several deluxe self-serve eateries on this street for its wide variety of offerings, Bananaland offers a little something for…

  • Bibi Sucos

    Rio de Janeiro

    Offering much the same recipe for success as its Leblon branch, Bibi serves dozens of juices, along with savory and sweet crepes, sandwiches, burgers,…

  • Tia Maluca Praia do Forte

    Rio de Janeiro State

    Directly opposite the beach at Praia do Forte, the 'Crazy Aunt' is part of a small Cabo Frio–based chain specializing in big platters of grilled fish and…

  • Livraria Prefácio

    Rio de Janeiro

    This charming restaurant scores high on novelty: it’s hidden in the back of a bookshop, with stone walls, low-lit lamps and bookshelves. Atmosphere aside,…

  • Boulangerie Guerin

    Rio de Janeiro

    Serving delicious croissants and éclairs, this tiny French patisserie is well worth a visit for bakery fans. Aside from éclairs (chocolate or pistachio),…

  • Primitivo

    Búzios

    At this Italian-run place, nine varieties of homemade gnocchi incorporate a variety of ingredients – Parma ham, mozzarella, parmesan, asparagus, eggplant,…

  • Le Petit Paris

    Rio de Janeiro

    One of several food trucks sprinkled along the eastern end of the Blvd Olímpico, Le Petit Paris turns out baguette sandwiches, risottos, boeuf bourguignon…

  • Garota da Urca

    Rio de Janeiro

    Overlooking small Praia da Urca, this neighborhood restaurant serves good-value weekday lunch specials, and you can enjoy views over the bay from the open…

  • Restaurante Naturaleve

    Rio de Janeiro

    Set just off Rua Miguel Lemos, this tidy health-conscious restaurant cooks up a reasonably priced lunch buffet, with vegetarian black beans, moqueca …

  • Biergarten

    Ilha Grande & Vila do Abraão

    The self-serve buffet at this informal vegetarian-owned eatery includes everything from brown rice and soy protein to sushi and other seafood, with plenty…

  • Skylab

    Rio de Janeiro

    On the 30th floor of the Rio Othon Palace, the Skylab serves decent steaks, pastas and seafood, but it's the view that steals the show. Most tables are…

  • Vezpa

    Rio de Janeiro

    Serving up the city's best pizza by the slice, Vezpa has taken Rio by storm. It has dozens of locations around town, including this one, well-placed for a…

  • Salsa Tempero & Arte

    Búzios

    Other por-kilo joints may offer a wider selection, but locals swear by the unfailing freshness and quality of the self-serve fare at this health-food…

  • Braseiro

    Rio de Janeiro

    Follow the scent of chargrilled chicken to this unfussy, open-sided favorite for a satisfying meal that won't drain the wallet. It's a jovial spot, with…

  • Quiosque do Xico

    Paraty

    Barracas (food stalls) on the beach here serve simple meals. Don't miss the pasteis de camarão (fried dough pockets filled with locally caught shrimp).

  • Restaurante Os Esquilos

    Rio de Janeiro

    In a colonial house in the Tijuca forest, this atmospheric restaurant serves decent Brazilian fare. It sometimes closes during bad weather, so it's best…

  • Koni Store

    Rio de Janeiro

    This popular spot serves tasty temaki, seaweed hand rolls filled with tuna, salmon and other bites. It stays open late, making it ideal for a post-bar…

  • Capricciosa

    Rio de Janeiro

    Like its better-known version in Ipanema, Capricciosa serves excellent thin-crust pizzas.

  • Dona Mariquinha

    Rio de Janeiro State

    This friendly place features all-you-can-eat home cooking at lunchtime and all-you-can-eat soup for R$15 on weekday evenings.

  • Cobal do Humaitá

    Rio de Janeiro

    Rio's largest farmers market sells plenty of flowers, veggies and fruits; there are also cafes and restaurants on hand for those looking for a bit more.

  • Pão de Açúcar

    Rio de Janeiro

    This supermarket in Copacabana is a good choice for loading up on fresh tropical fruits and other snacks.

  • HortiFruti

    Rio de Janeiro

    A great place to pick up fruit in Copacabana.

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