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Rio offers something for everyone when it comes to dining. Although it may not have the same variety of world-class restaurants that you will find in São Paulo, you will never be short on options. Cariocas may be hesitant to take time out from the beach for a meal during the day, but they are known to linger over their nighttime meals while socializing and enjoying good company. This fitness-crazed environment provides plenty of healthy options with salads or sucos (fruit juices) available on most corners. Those sticking to a budget may want to check out the Kilo restaurants, where you serve yourself, buffet-style, to a plethora of options – a good way to introduce yourself to the local dishes. If you are a meat-lover, don’t miss the churrascarias – Brazilians deservedly consider themselves some of the best grillers in the world. For more casual dining (snacks and draft beer) try one of the many chopperias – you will recognize them by they crowds that are spilling out onto the streets. Note that dishes in most restaurants are generally served in portions for two people.
 
I will eat from the least expensive place I can find.
 Kilograma Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 644 - Ipanema Cariocas don’t usually like spending to much on lunch for many reasons.....more
 Galeto's Copa Rio Rua Júlio de Castilhos, 33
Posto 6
Copacabana
This is the place for an inexpensive, well-prepared lunch or dinner in.....more
 
 
I am not that interested in food, I like to eat where I can get familiar foods at a reasonable price.
 Seu Martin Cafe Avenida General San Martin, 1196 at the corner of Rita Ludlum This cozy little cafe is much like an old school pub with its dark int.....more
 The Bakers Rua Visconde de Piraja, 330 - Ipanema
Rua Santa Clara, 86 - Copacabana
Although this cafe looks like an authentic New Yorker creation, it is .....more
 Colher de Pau Rua Farme de Amoedo, 39 - Ipanema This lovely little coffee shop has an attractive patio with a light me.....more
 Gula Gula Rua Anibal de Mendonça, 132 – Ipanema
Several locations throughout Rio
Gula Gula provides a modest spot for inexpensive dining. Great for sal.....more
 Caroline Cafe Rua JJ Seabra, 10 - Jardim Botânico From the guy who brought you Rio Devassa and Melt comes Caroline Café,.....more
 Doce Delicia Rua Anibal de Mendonça, 55 - Ipanema; Rua Dias Ferreira 48 - Leblon This adorable little cafe is a great option if you want a light meal o.....more
 Kilograma Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 644 - Ipanema Cariocas don’t usually like spending to much on lunch for many reasons.....more
 
 
I want to try local fare, but not pay too much for it.
 Seu Martin Cafe Avenida General San Martin, 1196 at the corner of Rita Ludlum This cozy little cafe is much like an old school pub with its dark int.....more
 Gula Gula Rua Anibal de Mendonça, 132 – Ipanema
Several locations throughout Rio
Gula Gula provides a modest spot for inexpensive dining. Great for sal.....more
 Caroline Cafe Rua JJ Seabra, 10 - Jardim Botânico From the guy who brought you Rio Devassa and Melt comes Caroline Café,.....more
 Sobrenatural Rua Almirante Alexandrino, 432 - Santa Teresa This long-time favourite serves up some of the best Bahian food in Rio.....more
 Aprazivel Rua Aprazivel, 62 - Santa Teresa Set in a lovely old house in the hills of Santa Teresa, this restauran.....more
 Garota de Ipanema Rua Vinícius de Moraes, 49 - Ipanema If you are vaguely familiar with Bossa Nova it’s likely that two icons.....more
 Kilograma Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 644 - Ipanema Cariocas don’t usually like spending to much on lunch for many reasons.....more
 Tacaca do Norte Rua Barão do Flamengo, 35R
Flamengo

Tel (55) 21 2205-7545
Don’t be put off by the fact that none of the items on the menu on the.....more
 Galeto's Copa Rio Rua Júlio de Castilhos, 33
Posto 6
Copacabana
This is the place for an inexpensive, well-prepared lunch or dinner in.....more
 Fontes Natural Foods Visconde de Pirajá, 605
(next to the Estação Ipanema movie theatre)
Ipanema
http://www.fontesipanema.com.br (you can even see the menu, albeit in Portuguese, on the site)
Brazil is known to be the land of barbequed meats and pig ‘n bean st.....more
 
 
I want to try the most popular restaurants in my travel destination, at any expense.
 Bar D'Hotel Av Delfim Moreira, 696 (in the Marina All Suites Hotel) - Ipanema The Bar D'Hotel is THE place to see and be seen among Rio's trendy cro.....more
 Esch Rua Dias das Ferreira, 78 - Leblon This cigar bar / restaurant is a casual but classy place for lunch or .....more
 Sushi Leblon Rua Dias Ferreira, 256 - Leblon Despite the sudden influx of Japanese restaurants to fulfil Carioca's .....more
 Sobrenatural Rua Almirante Alexandrino, 432 - Santa Teresa This long-time favourite serves up some of the best Bahian food in Rio.....more
 Porcão Av. Infante Dom Henrique – Aterro do Flamengo
Rua Barão da Torre, 218 - Ipanema
A classic churrascaria, this chain is known to be the best in the city.....more
 Barra Brasa Rua Afrânio de Melo Franco, 131 – Leblon
Av Ayrton Senna, 2541 – Barra da Tijuca
If you are seeking the defining carnivore experience, Barra Brasa, Sou.....more
 Garota de Ipanema Rua Vinícius de Moraes, 49 - Ipanema If you are vaguely familiar with Bossa Nova it’s likely that two icons.....more
 Carretão Churrascaria Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 112
Ipanema
Tel (55) 21 2267-3965
And
Rua Siquiera Campos, 23
Copacabana
Tel (55) 21 2236-3435
This churrascaria rodizio (all you can eat bbq) is a great alternative.....more
 Miam Miam Rua General Góes Monteiro
Botafogo
Tel (21) 2244-0125
http://miammiam.com.br/
Rio meets New York at Miam Miam, a very cool restaurant in Botafogo, n.....more
 Mr. Lam Rua Maria Angelica, 21
Lagoa
Tel 2286-6661
Mr. Lam features impressive contemporary architecture and design featu.....more
 
 
I kind of need a break from local food. I'll take something that caters to tourists tastes, even though I'll pay a bit more for it.
 Celeiro Rua Dia Ferreira, 199 - Leblon This is the perfect choice for lunch providing a pleasant shaded terra.....more
 The Bakers Rua Visconde de Piraja, 330 - Ipanema
Rua Santa Clara, 86 - Copacabana
Although this cafe looks like an authentic New Yorker creation, it is .....more
 Escola do Pão Rua General Garzon, 10 - Lagoa This adorable little bakery and cafe is a great place to go before or .....more
 Sushi Leblon Rua Dias Ferreira, 256 - Leblon Despite the sudden influx of Japanese restaurants to fulfil Carioca's .....more
 Aprazivel Rua Aprazivel, 62 - Santa Teresa Set in a lovely old house in the hills of Santa Teresa, this restauran.....more
 Porcão Av. Infante Dom Henrique – Aterro do Flamengo
Rua Barão da Torre, 218 - Ipanema
A classic churrascaria, this chain is known to be the best in the city.....more
 Barra Brasa Rua Afrânio de Melo Franco, 131 – Leblon
Av Ayrton Senna, 2541 – Barra da Tijuca
If you are seeking the defining carnivore experience, Barra Brasa, Sou.....more
 Marius Av. Atlântica, 290 - Copacabana Lets be honest here. Marius Seafood tastes like gold and costs about a.....more
 Zazá Bistrô Tropical Rua Joana Angélica, 40
Ipanema
Tel (55) 21 2247-9101
www.zazabistro.com.br
Maybe the best things about Zazá are stepping on rose petals as you cl.....more
 Mr. Lam Rua Maria Angelica, 21
Lagoa
Tel 2286-6661
Mr. Lam features impressive contemporary architecture and design featu.....more