Thursday’s Rio Nightlife Pick Safo has a concept of the female universe, thus supporting the artistic expressions of women who work in various cultural fields such as photography, poetry, music, cinema, among others. Looking for something to provide more than just a good night out, Safo (Street Smart) presents for the night scene in Rio as an alternative to the music of quality and artistic consciousness. Despite this description, Safo has no gender restriction; all are welcome.
CLUBS:
00 – Zero Zero (Gávea)
Kick off your Thursday night with a dose of relaxation at 00. This lounge like setting has a mixture of genres from electronic, house, and hip-hop.
00 – 10PM
Av. Padre Leonel Franca 240, Gávea – Tel: (21) 2540-8041
Entrance: R$40
Nossa Sem Hora (Copacabana)
For a laid back lounge like setting, Nossa Sem Hora is your kind of place. Perfect for losing track of time, hence the name! Music ranges from hip-hop to electronic.
Nossa Sem Hora – 10PM
Av. Nossa Senhora de Copacabana – Copacabana
Entrance: Not available at time of press
Baronneti (Copacabana)
Let yourself be seduced at Baronetti. Music ranges from HipHop to Electronic.
Baronneti
Rua Barão da Torre, 354 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2227-1354
Entrance: Women R$20, Men R$50 after 12AM
Safo (Street Smart) (Ipanema)
The party has a concept of the female universe, thus supporting the artistic expressions of women who work in various cultural fields such as photography, poetry, music, cinema, among others. Looking for something to provide more than just a good night out, Safo (Street Smart) presents for the night scene in Rio as an alternative to the music of quality and artistic consciousness.
Dama de Ferro – 11PM
Vinícius de Moraes, 288 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2247-2330
Entrance: R$15 with Lista Amiga, R$30 without
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Forróneja com Raíz do Sana + Charles & Juliano (Lapa)
Forróneja com Raíz do Sana + Charles & Juliano brings the mountain region of Rio elements of Brazilian music in a variety show, upbeat and exciting. The group plays forro pe de serra, combining the bay, and xotes xaxados with elements of other styles such as rock, salsa, samba, soul and maracatu.
Lapa 40º – 10:30 PM
Rua do Riachuelo, 97, Lapa – Tel: (21) 3147-9005
Entrance: R30
Sol Maior (Lapa)
The group formed by the samba of wobbly prórpia Lapa runs a samba samba animated by success and also the anthologies of the main samba samba schools in Rio de Janeiro.
Mistura Carioca – 10PM
Av. Gomes Freire, 791, Lapa – Tel: (21) 7726-2206
Entrance: R$15 with Lista Amiga, R$20 without
Baile do Pega Ladrão! (Lapa)
Pre-Carnival at Democráticos with the Angels of the Moon! Misdeeds, frauds and deviations in politics inspired the realization of Baile do Pega Ladrão.
Clube dos Democráticos – 11PM
Rua do Riachuelo 91/93, Lapa – Tel: (21) 8848-8889
Entrance: Women R$20
PUBS & BARS:
Expand Wine Bar (Ipanema)
For a more laid back night with your significant other, Expand Wine Bar is the place to go if you insist on the best wine selection. Sample top-quality and boutique wines, accompanied by pleasant music and small wine dishes.
Expand Wine Bar
Rua Barão da Torre 358, Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2523 2747
Entrance: Free
Banana Jack (Ipanema)
This bar specializes in entertainment, attractions and drink specials all night. Call nightly to check entertainment.
Banana Jack – 9PM
Rua Jangadeiros, 06 – Praça General Osório – Ipanema – (21) 2521-9055
Entrance: Free
Blue Agave (Copacabana)
Mexican bar with an open atmosphere where you can sit and check out all the people that pass by. This hot spot in Ipanema not only has some of Rio’s best cocktails, but has recently opened its doors in their second location in Copacabana!
Blue Agave
Rua Aires Saldanha 21C – Copacabana – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: Free
Live Music @ Balcony (Copacabana)
Live music starting at 5:30PM and nightly drink specials; Great lunch specials. Check their website for latest promotion.
Balcony Bar
Avenida Atlantica, 1424, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2541 8381
Entrance: Free
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