We have the top three picks for this Saturday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option.
PARTY:
BLISS #16 @ Casa da Matriz (Botafogo) – URSAL, the biggest meme of the election season so far has finally arrived for one night in Rio. So now it’s time for everyone to unite for a revolutionary party in the Casa da Matriz!
The first floor dancefloor will be hosting pop, hits, indie and funk. While on the second floor dancefloor there will be karaoke all night long.
Free potato chips will be handed throughout the party to keep the munchies away, and there will also be free shots of catuaba and jurupinga, plus a double shot of catuaba until 2AM. Also look out for craft chopp beer from as little as R$8.
Tickets are between R$10-R$15 and the party should start at 11PM.
BLISS #16 – Rua Henrique de Novaes 107 – Botafogo
For more information, consult the event page.
LIVE:
Roda de Samba @ Botequim Bate Papo (Leblon) – At Botequim Bate Papo they claim that it is always summer, and with great quality samba, and beer that is especially cold, perhaps they may have a point.
This year they are celebrating their fourth anniversary of success in the south of Rio, so why not be part of this beautiful story?
Tonight the samba will be provided by Grupo Brammasom followed by a DJ set by DJ Alan Carpenter. This will be a lively night out for those looking for some traditional Brazilian good time music.
The night kicks of at 9PM and tickets are between R$15-R$25.
Roda de Samba – Rua Gilberto Cardoso – Leblon
For more information, head to the event page.
PARTY:
Festa Amo MPB @ Gafieira Elite (Centro) – This Saturday, Gafieira Elite will be hosting a party entirely dedicated to Brazilian music guaranteed to keep the dancefloor packed until the early hours.
Expect plenty of hits from all the best Brazilian icons past and present, including Caetano Veloso, Cazuza, Chico Buarque, Elis Regina, Gal Costa, Giberto Gil, Jorge Ben Jor, Legião Urbana, Los Hermanos, Raul Seixas, Rita Lee, Seu Jorge, Skank, Tim Maia, Titãs and many more!
There’s free entry until 11:30PM (with a voucher, check the event page for more details) and then entry will be going up incrementally from R$15-R$25.
At the bar there’s Heineken for R$5 until midnight, two Skol beats for R$10 and caipirinhas for R$10 to name but a few of the amazing deals.
Festa Amo MPB – Rua Frei Caneca, 4 – Centro
For more information, head to the event page.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Pavão Azul (Copacabana)
Pavão Azul is a lively bar in Copacabana, famous for its exceptionally cold beers and prawn pastels. It gets crowded there every night, making every day of the week seem like the weekend.
Pavão Azul – 6:30 PM – 1AM
Rua Hilário de Gouvêia, 71 – Copacabana – (21) 2236-2381
Entrance: FREE
Canastra Bar (Ipanema)
The Canastra Wine Bar in Ipanema offers a wide choice of wines and cheeses and is quickly becoming known for its trendy atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM – 1AM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: See venue for details
Delirium Tap House (Ipanema)
Run by Delirium, prestigious Belgium label that has already been awarded as the best beer in the world, the bar offers twenty different beer taps.
Delirium Tap House – 5PM
Rua Nascimento Silva, 51 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3795-4594
Entrance: See venue for details.
Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Located just around the corner from Posto 9, Blue Agave in Ipanema is well known for great Mexican food, drinks, and for broadcasting live sports. Additionally, most of the wait staff and crowd speak English.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 1PM
Vinicus de Moraes 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
Academia da Cachaça (Leblon)
For all things cachaça go here; it’s their specialty. They offer great caipifrutas and caipirinhas in a relaxed, trendy setting.
Academia da Cachaça – 9PM
R. Conde Bernadotte 26, Leblon – Tel: (21) 2239-1542
Entrance: Free
Yndú Lounge (Leblon)
With chilled out vibes during the week and a selection of top DJs playing shows at the weekends, the newly-opened Yndú Lounge in Ipanema is a great option to kick back. With a selection of drinks and tapas, the bar is quickly becoming one of Leblon’s best watering holes.
Yndú Lounge – 6PM
Rua Ataulfo de Paiva, 1321 – Leblon – Tel: (21) 3083-6486
Entrance: FREE
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