Carioca da Gema is one of our favorite bars and restraunts in Lapa. It’s one of the most authentic place where you can get the true Bossa vibe with Cariocas?
People will all be dancing Samba here; yet you’ll be able to grab a bite when you are early.
We especially love it because the place is full of locals; in contrast with the more touristic Rio scenarium.
~Carioca da Gema
Rua Mem de Sá, 79 (Lapa)
Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Tel: (21) 2221-0043
Your first time in the lively Lapa neighbourhood? Start by visiting Rio Scenarium. It is probably the most beautiful bar in Rio. It is located in an old renovated warehouse, stuffed with antiques. However, be aware that Rio Scenarium is now recommended by every guide, so don’t stick around there and go exploring other spots in Lapa’s lively music scene.
~Rio Scenarium
Rua do Lavradio 20
Lapa
Rio de Janeiro
Tel (21) 2233-3239
Places like Melt you can only find in Leblon. A lounge where models meat their admirers in a lounge with candles. Expensive drinks, colorful cocktails. On the 1st floor there is a, quite small for the number of people, dance floor.
The restaurant and bar are very popular with the “high class” people. The place is inspired by New York lounge bars: very dark, very relaxed, many sofas,… The music mixes samba with techno, hip-hop and funk. An ideal place to hook up with a Perua from Leblon, although having one will already help you getting through the long lines in the first place.
Devassa is probably the best beer in Rio. My personal favorite is the “Ruiva”. You’ll find the beer in most supermarkets, especially in the Zona Sul supermarkets. The micro-brewer has 10 own very popular bars in Rio. In Ipanema and Leblon you’ll find them at the following addresses:
Pronounced zero-zero, this nightclub is located right next to the Planetarium in Gávea. The club has a large outdoor deck with wooden benches and comfortable recliners, perfect for those warm summer evenings. The inside space is divided into a restaurant area and a small bar and dance floor. The dance floor, alas, is not only small but also located in front of the bathroom doors. However, the fabulous outside space and beautiful people make up for that. Still, 00 is better as a bar than a club.
After too many samba places, I had a free night in Rio and a killer desire to be in a cool, hype and modern place. With contemporary cuisine (I had the greatest salmon burger ever!)Zero Zero is the ideal place to hang out away from all that traditional Brazilian joy. With a nice electro and lounge music playing, You’ll meet interesting and attractive people, taste exquisite drinks and have a lot of fun.
After too many samba places, when you have a desire to be in a cool, hype and modern place, come here. With contemporary cuisine (I had the greatest salmon burger ever!), Zero Zero is the ideal place to hang out away from all that traditional Brazilian joy. With a nice electro and lounge music playing, You’ll meet interesting and attractive people, taste exquisite drinks and have a lot of fun.
~ 00 Club Avenida Padre Leonel Franca, 240 – Gávea Tel (21) 2245-1000 www.00site.com.br