We have the top three picks for this Wednesday, and below is a list of bars and pubs that are always a good option.
CARNIVAL:
Bloco do Tropkillaz (Centro) – The world-famous DJ Major Lazer is performing tonight at HUb RJ.
The night will be all about black music, with Rincón Sapiência (photo), Fresh Prince da Bahia and other artists also performing live.
HUb RJ – Avenida Professor Pereira Reis, 50, Santo Cristo.
Check the event for further details.
PARTY:
La Fiesta (Copacabana) – Tonight, New Mariuzinn Copacabana will promote “La Fiesta”, the house’s traditional Latin party.
DJ Cauê Campean spins not only Caribbean rhythms like bachata, reggaeton, and salsa but also Brazilian funk music and hip hop.
Partygoers will also have the chance to try drinks like pisco mistral and Fernet Branco. There will be free caipirinhas and beer until midnight!
New Mariuzinn Copacabana – Avenida Nossa Senhora de Copacabana, 435, Copacabana.
Check the event for further details.
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Forró da Pontuada (Lapa) – The Forró da Pontuada is back to Hotel Selina.
Singer Julia Vargas and group Forró da Pontuada will be performing from 8 PM to 11 PM.
Hotel Selina – Largo da Lapa, 9, Centro.
Check the event for further details.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Casa Momus (Lapa)
Run by two Italian expats, Momus’ interior design is already worth the experience. Among Momus’ highlights are its carefully prepared classic drinks, like the Bloody Mary (R$20), the Pisco Sour (R$22) and the Negroni (R$22).
Casa Momus – 11:30 AM
Rua do Lavradio, 11 – Lapa – Tel.: (21) 3852-8250
Entrance: Free
Mama Shelter (Santa Teresa)
Initially inaugurated in Paris, the boutique hostel and bar offers the perfect environment for enjoying a drink and a snack in style – especially on Fridays and Saturdays, when DJs spin on the house.
Mama Shelter
Rua Paschoal Carlos Magno, 5 – Santa Teresa – Tel.: (21) 3980-0300
Entrance: Free
Pavão Azul (Copacabana)
Pavão Azul is a lively bar in Copacabana, famous for its ice-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 – 1 AM
Rua Hilário de Gouvêia, 71 – Copacabana – Tel.: (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 getting known for its trendy atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM – 1 AM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – Tel.: (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: See venue for details
Blue Agave Ipanema (Ipanema)
Blue Agave Ipanema is a great place for Mexican food, drinks, and live sports. It also has English-speaking staff and is a popular expat hangout. Be sure to check out Blue Agave in Copacabana for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 9 PM
Rua Vinícius de Moraes, 68 – Ipanema – Tel.: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: Free
Food and drink prices vary.
Flashback (Ipanema)
Flashback is a wonderful high-end restaurant with plenty of classical music and photos decorating the walls. Tonight, between 7 PM and 9 PM, the restaurant will serve a happy hour with two for one on caipivodkas and Stella Artois. The caipivodkas are made fresh with either lime, strawberry or passionfruit plus herbs added for a taste explosion.
Flashback – 7 spins PM
Rua Paul Redfern, 33 – Ipanema – Tel.: (21) 2274-7657
Entrance: Free
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