Monday’s Rio Nightlife Pick – It’s Saint Patrick’s Day and in Rio the Irish and their cultural enthusiasts are gearing up to party.
Hosting the final night of their four day Saint Patrick’s Day extravaganza, the Lapa Irish Pub welcomes the sea of green to their cozy and friendly venue located under the famous Arcos da Lapa (Lapa Arches).
With an established reputation for great events and fun crowds, The Lapa Irish Pub is also well known for its wide selection of imported beers including Guinness and Wexford Irish Cream.
SAINT PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATIONS:
Lapa Irish Pub (Lapa)
Lapa Irish Pub continues to party with its fourth straight night of Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations.
Lapa Irish Pub – Opens at 5PM
Rua Evaristo da Veiga 147, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2221-7236
Entrance: check venue for details.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub & Sports Bar (Ipanema)
In Ipanema the green beer is sure to be flowing at Shenanigan’s Irish Pub & Sports Bar. Irish food and drink specials should also be offered throughout the night.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub & Sports Bar – Opens at 6PM
Rua Visconde de Piraja, 112a, Ipanema – Tel:(21) 2267-5860
Entrance: check venue for details.
Lord Jim pub (Ipanema)
Also in Ipanema, the Lord Jim pub will host its own Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations. Open since 1974, The Lord Jim is the oldest and most traditional English Pub in Rio.
Lord Jim pub-Opens at 6PM
Rua Paul Redfern, 44, Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2249-4881
Entrance: check venue for details.
The Clover (Copacabana)
The Clover Irish Pub will celebrate St. Patrick’s in Copacabana. Well known as an upscale pub, it offers imported beers, including Irish ones, and a welcoming environment.
The Clover Irish Pub – 7PM
Av. Atlântica 3.056 Lj. B, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2548-8484
Entrance: Free
Gringo Cafe (Ipanema)
Enjoy great food (including a special Shepard’s pie planned for the menu), drinks and more during Saint Patrick’s Day at the American-owned Gringo Cafe.
Gringo Cafe – 11AM
Rua Barão da Torre 240 Loja A, Ipanema- Tel: (21) 3813-3972
Entrance: Free
CLUBS:
Rio Boat Club (Marina da Glória)
A two-floor boat turns night club with top DJs and breathtaking scenery. Happy hour includes free drinks before midnight. As the boat travels around Guanabara Bay, partygoers experience amazing views.
Marina da Glória – boarding from 11PM, boat departs at 12:30 AM
Avenida Infante Dom Henrique, Glória – Tel: (21) 7872-2748
Entrance: R$60
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Rixxa (Centro) (Lapa)
Singer Rixxa returns to Carioca da Gema with three hours of samba to entertainment the audience in Centro.
Carioca da Gema– 9:30PM
Av. Mem de Sá 79, Lapa – Tel: (21) 2221-0043
Entrance: R$22
Pedra do Sal (Gamboa)
The best weekly roda de samba Rio has to offer again takes place this Monday night in the Gamboa area of Centro.
Pedra do Sal – 6PM
Rua Argemiro Bulcão 38, Gamboa – (21) 9528-5060
Entrance: Free
PUBS & BARS:
Mab’s Restaurant and Bar (Copacabana)
The American-owned beachfront restaurant and bar on Copacabana Beach is always a great place for food and drinks.
Restaurante Mab’s – 5PM
Avenida Atlantica 1140, Copacabana – Tel: (21) 2275-7299
Entrance: Free
Mud Bug (Copacabana)
With two locations in Copacabana, Mud Bug provides a great selection of beers and food. There isn’t much missing from this American-style staple where you can hear live jazz, blues, MPB and rock from time to time.
Mud Bug – 5PM
Rua Rudolpho Dantas 16, Copacabana – Tel:(21) 2543-5052
Entrance: Free
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