We have the top three picks for this Monday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option.
CARNIVAL:
Afoxé Filhos de Gandhi (Centro) – One of the most traditional Afro Brazilian cultural groups in Rio, Afoxé Filhos de Gandhi performs this afternoon at Praia de Copacabana, at 4PM.
Afoxé Filhos de Gandhi will present traditional Afro Brazilian rhythms, like ijexá and jongo.
Posto 6 – Praia de Copacabana, Copacabana
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PARTY:
Baile da Ouvidor (Centro) – This Monday, Arco do Teles will host the coolest Carnival ball in Rio with the “Baile da Ouvidor” party.
From 2PM to 11PM, there will be free live music with bands Fanfarra Black Clube, Mango Mambo, La Rica Band and Besame Mucho. What’s more, DJs will be spinning Brazilian funk, samba and MPB all day.
Arco do Teles – Praça XV, 34A – Centro
Check the event for further details.
PARTY:
Vai Malandra (Vidigal) – The best of Brazilian funk is about to invade Vidigal with the “Vai Malandra” party, at 11PM.
Seven different DJs will spin the hottest from this music genre, and there will be open bar until 12AM.
Mirante do Arvrão – Rua Armando Lima – Vidigal
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LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Winehouse (Botafogo)
Winehouse is a wine bar run by a British expat that has brought an eclectic range of wines to Rio including a mix of fabulous national wines and international favorites. There is also a great selection of nibbles and cheese boards. For those that aren’t too keen on wine, there is plenty of beer and cocktail options too. Happy hour begins at 6PM and finishes at 8PM.
Winehouse – 6PM
Rua Paulo Barreto, 25 – Botafogo – Tel: (21) 3264-4101
Entrance: FREE
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
Blue Agave Copa (Copacabana)
As well as great drinks and authentic Mexican food, the Blue Agave bar in Copacabana is one of the best places to watch live sports. Make sure to check out the original Blue Agave located in Ipanema also.
Blue Agave – 6PM
Rua Aires Saldanha 21C – Copacabana– Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: Free
Shenanigan’s (Ipanema)
With classic pub games like darts and pool, Ipanema’s Shenanigan’s is always a great spot to visit. Monday through Friday, Happy Hour is 6PM to 8PM and Monday is half-price steak night starting at 8PM.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – 7PM
Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 122A (Upstairs) – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2267-5860
Entrance: See venue for details.
Lord Jim Pub (Ipanema)
Lord Jim Pub in Ipanema is a great place to go for live streaming national and international sports. Promotions during the night include two-for-one specials on Jim’s Lager. Happy Hour is also from 6PM to 8PM on Mondays through Friday.
Lord Jim’s Pub – 6PM
Rua Paul Redfern, 44 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2249-4881
Entrance: R$15
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