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7 restaurants

Restaurants in Rio de Janeiro

Lunch

Mercado Popular da Uruguaiana$20-$30/pp
Seafood & Grilled Fish · Uruguaiana (Downtown)

Freshly grilled fish and shrimp stalls offer bargain prices; try the camarão na moranga for a true taste of Rio’s coastal fare.

Dinner

Bar do Mineiro$15-$30/pp
Brazilian (Traditional) · Santa Teresa

Hearty black‑bean feijoada served with collard greens, farofa and orange; the house caipirinha pairs perfectly. A must‑try for authentic Rio flavor.

Casa da Feijoada$45-$55/pp
Brazilian (Feijoada) · Botafogo

Classic feijoada in a no‑frills setting; rich stew with pork, served with rice and orange. The atmosphere feels like a local family dinner.

Rio Scenarium$25-$40/pp
Brazilian (Samba Bar) · Lapa

Live samba bands, cheap draft beer, and petiscos; arrive early for a good seat. The venue captures Rio’s nightlife spirit.

Botafogo Seafood House$30-$45/pp
Seafood · Botafogo

Fresh grilled fish and shrimp served with farofa; a local favorite near the beach that showcases Rio’s coastal flavors.

Anytime

Feira de São Cristóvão$5-$10/pp
Northeastern Brazilian Street Food · São Cristóvão

Crispy pastel filled with cheese or meat alongside fresh sugarcane juice; a vibrant market experience that locals love.

Ipanema Açaí Kiosk$3-$6/pp
Brazilian (Açaí) · Ipanema

Cold açaí bowl topped with granola and fresh fruit; a refreshing, healthy snack sold by beachside kiosks.