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NightClubs, Bars & Cafes

Baronetti

Try cocktails as well as sushi.
Uniqueness: The bar is located in the upmarket location of Ipanema. It has attractive interiors with a dance floor and DJ's that play American music.
Address: 354 Rua Barão da Torre Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2247 0351

Nuth Lounge Bar

Caipirinhas, Sticks de Frutas Tropicais, Caprioska de limao, Bluenuth, Steak ao poiure vert, Caprioska Morango.
Uniqueness: Lounge and bar with tropical interiors based on the theme of Atlantic forests of Brazil. Green plants and palms decorate the lounge giving it a jungle feel.
Address: Lonunge: Av. Armando Lombardi, 999 Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, Club: Av. Epitácio Pessoa, 1244 Lagoa, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 3153 8595

For further information, Visit Nuth Lounge Bar.


Devassa

This bar makes its own beer, such as pale ale, dark & light beer with a touch of coffee and wheat beer.
Uniqueness: This two floored beer hall serves possibly the best beer in Rio.
Address: Rua General San Martin, 1241, Leblon, Rio de Janeiro.
Tel: +55 21 2259 8271

00 (Zero Zero)

Brazilian cuisine along with cosmopolitan dishes. Sushi bar, entradinhas, delicious salads, fish, meat and pasta are also worth a mention.
Uniqueness: Contemporary cuisine with a relaxing and cosy interiors. Perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine alone as well as a being a family restaurant.
Address: Avenida Padre Leonel Franca, 240 - Gávea, Planetário, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2540 8041

For further information, Visit 00 (Zero Zero).


Braseiro Da Gávea

This is one of the most popular bars in Rio, especially at the weekends.
Uniqueness: Commonly known as Baixo da Gávea, this bar will certainly make your celebrations unforgettable.
Address: Praca Santos Dumont, 116, Gávea, Rio de Janeiro.
Tel: +55 21 2239 7494

Shenanigan's Irish Pub

Irish food with a mug of cold beer. Try Tap Beer, conventional bottled beer, wines and champagnes, whiskeys and shots. Also available some tasty snacks like sandwiches, soups, salads, pastas, burgers and desserts.
Uniqueness: A lot of variety in alcoholic drinks. Specializes in serving Irish beers.
Address: Ipanema - Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 112 A, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2267 5860

For further information, Visit Shenanigan's Irish Pub.

Bar d'Hotel

Italian cuisine with cocktails. Try the 'Sake Caipirinha', 'Champagne cocktail' or the 'Lemon sorbet mixer'.
Uniqueness: Fancy and high class with a beautiful oceanic view available from the bar.
Address: 696 Avenida Delfim Moreira Marina Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2540 4990

Palaphita Kitch

This is a popular nightspot offering great cocktails in a romantic setting.
Uniqueness: This is an open air bar with a difference, its bamboo furniture, flickering light torches and its location next to the lake gives it a very chilled atmosphere.
Address: Av Epitacio Pessoa, Kosk 20, Lagoa, Rio de Janeiro.
Tel: +55 21 2227 0837

Academia da Cachaca

North East Brazilian food with some great cocktails. About 500 varieties of cocktails and Caiparinhas served by expert bartenders. Try the passion fruit Caiparinha.
Uniqueness: Large variety available in alcoholic drinks along with Brazilian lunch, snacks and appetizers.
Address: 26 Rua Conde de Bernadotte Leblon, Rio de Janeiro
Address: Condomínio Condado dos Cascais, Av. Armando Lombardi, 800 - Loja 65 L, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2529 2680

For further information, Visit Academia da Cachaca.

Melt

Cosmopolitan menu combining American and Mexican cuisine. Try the cocktails, Belgian beers, Caiparoskas.
Uniqueness: Located in the posh location of Carioca. Striking interiors inspired by New York lounge bars, with a dance floor and pumping music that will keep you dancing all night long.
Address: 47 Rua Rita Ludolf Leblon, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 3686 6465

Bardot

Wine and Whisky. Also do try the local drink, Caiparinhas.
Uniqueness: Happy hour on Mondays. Locals are permitted to play the saxophone for the crowd
Address: 247 Rua Dias Ferreira Leblon, Rio de Janeiro.
Tel: +55 21 2274 5590

Bunker

This is one of the greatest nightclubs in Rio attracting the locals as well as many tourists.
Uniqueness: Hosting ome of the best parties throughout the week, with three rooms featuring an eclectic range of music, this nightclub surely satisfies all tastes. Get there before 1am to guarantee entry on weekends.
Address: Rua Raul Pompeia, 94, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro.
Tel: +55 21 3813 0300

Hard Rock Café

Mexican food like fajitas, pasta, sirloin, ad other grilled, smoked meat dishes. Also available are various types of burgers and desserts.
Uniqueness: Located near the Barra da Tijuca beach. International artists like Bono & Aerosmith perform live at Hard Rock.
Address: Shopping Cittá América Av. das América, 700 - 3rd flr Barra da Tijuca - 22640-100 Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2132 8000

For further information, Visit Hard Rock Café.

Live Music

Rio de Janeiro is well known for its vivacious nightlife and live music is an integral part of it. There are many good places which play some great music and are open throughout the week.

Casa da Matriz

Visited by the young crowd. Located in a small house with two dance floors, bars and lounge rooms. The clubs plays music like indie rock, pop-rock, R&B music, funk, hip hop, samba, Brazilian popular music, drum and bass, reggae and break beat.
Uniqueness: Variety in music and plenty of alcoholic drinks. Large enough to accommodate many visitors as there are two dance floors. Also offers a t-shirt store to buy one and keep as a memory from Brazil.
Address: Rua Henrique de Novaes 107, Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2226 6342

For further information, Visit Casa da Matriz.


Clube Guanabara

Live samba & Choro.
Uniqueness: Attracting a young and old crowd, this club is full of life featuring live bands and a DJ to keep the crowd jamming at intervals. The beer is great and the music rocks.
Address: 42 Avenida Reporter, Nestor Moreira, Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro.
Tel: +55 21 2295 2597

Carioca da Gema

Famous in Rio for its live music. The place starts kicking only after 11 p.m. Mostly it plays Samba & Chorniho music from Monday to Saturday. All kinds of appetizers, snacks and beverages are also available.
Address: Rua Mem de Sá, nº 79, Lapa, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2221 0043

For further information, Visit Carioca da Gema.

Rio Scenarium

This club plays live music. Spread over three floors, the ground floor has a restaurant and the second level is a club. Plays Samba Chorniho music from Tuesday to Saturday.
Address: Rua do Lavradio, 20- Centro Antigo, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 3147 9005

For further information, Visit Rio Scenarium.

Clube dos Democraticos

Plays Samba, Chorinho and Forro Music from Thursday to Saturday
Address: Rua do Riachuelo 91, Lapa, Rio de Janeiro
Tel: +55 21 2233 3239

For further information, Visit Clube dos Democraticos.


Trapiche Gamboa

Live Samba, a casual crowd and nice appetizers.
Uniqueness: Opened in 2004, this nightclub features live musicians on the ground floor with dancers surrounding them.
Address: Rua Sacadura Cabral, 155, Gamboa, Rio de Janeiro.
Tel: +55 21 2516 0868