Rio de Janeiro Guide: Planning Your Trip SEE FULL GUIDE prev next 10 Foods to Try Rio's Best Beach Snacks Nightlife in Rio Best Time to Visit Weather & Climate Neighborhood Guide Public Transportation Safety in Rio Airport Guide Best Hotels 18 Fun Things to Do in Rio Free Things to Do Rio's Best Beaches Coolest Architecture 5 Days Trips from Rio Best Restaurants Rio de Janeiro Guide: Planning Your Trip close Overview Central & South America Brazil Rio de Janeiro 7 Best Restaurants in Rio de Janeiro Written by Bonnie Hamre Bonnie is a freelance writer born and raised in South America who has covered the continent for 11 years. Tripsavvy's Editorial Guidelines Bonnie Hamre Updated 04/06/19 Share Pin Email Thanks to a diverse population resulting from former immigrants from the Middle East, Asia, and Europe, and slaves from western Africa, dining out in Rio de Janeiro is a fun mix of flavors and traditions. Rio de Janeiro has a huge number of restaurants of all types, from cheap fast food joints to mid-priced buffets and elegant, expensive options to please any foodie. 01 of 07 For Steak: Marius View Map Address Av. Atlântica, 290 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22010-000, Brazil Get directions Phone +55 21 2275-0652 Web Visit website For meat lovers, this churrascaria overlooking Leme Beach offers more than 30 different grilled meat dishes. There is also a superb salad bar with colorful, tasty vegetable combinations as well as a great selection of fish. Right next door is Marius Crustáceos, a seafood palace. Note that Marius is always crowded, so reservations are a good idea. 02 of 07 For Barbecued Meats: Porcão View Map Address Av. Raja Gabáglia, 2671 - São Bento, Belo Horizonte - MG, 30350-563, Brazil Get directions Phone +55 31 3293-8787 Web Visit website Choose from many different cuts of beef, pork, mutton, and chicken served on spits directly at your table at this Ipanema barbecue restaurant popular with celebrities. Seafood and salads are also offered. 03 of 07 For Seafood: Satyricon View Map Address R. Barão da Torre, 192 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22411-000, Brazil Get directions Phone +55 21 2521-0627 Web Visit website This Ipanema restaurant is famous for its superb seafood grilled and served with memorable sauces. Beware of the couvert—excellent, but almost a meal by itself. The wine list is good, the tiramisu is one of the best around, and on Saturdays, there is a seafood buffet. The restaurant is large, pleasant, and always full, and is one of the preferred places of artists, businessmen, and politicians. Valet parking is provided. 04 of 07 For Traditional Cuisine: Cafe Lamas View Map Address R. Marquês de Abrantes, 18a - Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22230-061, Brazil Get directions Phone +55 21 2556-0799 Web Visit website Presidents, writers, actors, poets have dined here since 1874. The decor and menu are simple and traditional, with steaks and seafood most popular. Continue to 5 of 7 below. 05 of 07 For International Flair: Cipriani View Map Address Av. Atlântica, 1702 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22021-001, Brazil Get directions Phone +55 21 2548-7070 Web Visit website Part of the Belmond Copacabana Palace Hotel, the restaurant has a high ceiling, crystal chandeliers, and candlelight that provides a romantic touch with cosmopolitan dining. 06 of 07 For Tropical Asian: Zazá Bistrô Tropical View Map Address R. Joana Angélica, 40 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22420-030, Brazil Get directions Phone +55 21 99530-7173 Web Visit website A block from Ipanema beach, the bistro mixes Thai, tropics and international cuisine for a mysterious, romantic effect. 07 of 07 For Italian: Quadrifoglio View Map Address Av. das Américas, 3900 - Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22631-000, Brazil Get directions Phone +55 21 3003-4177 Web Visit website With an excellent menu and wine list, this small restaurant in the Jardim Botânico district is a great choice for a romantic evening. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit