We have top three picks for this Thursday, and below a list of bars that are always a good option.
LIVE:
Phoenix (Lapa) – Tonight, French band Phoenix performs in Rio for the very first time, in Circo Voador, Lapa, at 9PM.
Born in 1997, the indie rock band presents the greatest hits from its 20 years of career.
Circo Voador – Rua dos Arcos, s/n – Lapa
Check the event for further details.
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Homenagem a Tom e Vinicius (Lagoa) – Wanda Sá, Gilson Peranzzetta and Mauro Senise will pay tribute to artists Tom Jobim and Vinicius de Morais tonight, at the Blue Note Rio, in Lagoa.
Starting at 8PM, the show promises to involve the audience with the most iconic samba and bossa nova songs by Tom and Vinicius, two of the best Brazilian composers.
Blue Note Rio – Avenida Borges de Medeiros, 1424 – Lagoa
Check the event for further details.
PARTY:
Noir Special (Gávea) – Tonight, Palaphita Gávea promotes a special edition of the great Noir Party, at 9PM.
DJs will be spinning the best of reggaeton and funk music, and there will be double doses on Heineken until midnight.
Palaphita Gávea – Avenida Bartholomeu Mitre, 1314 – Gávea
Check the event for further details.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Lapa Irish Pub (Lapa)
If you want to hear some great live music while drinking some quality imported beers in a welcoming environment with a friendly crowd, this the place to go.
Lapa Irish Pub – 8PM
Rua Evaristo da Veiga, 147 – Lapa – Tel (21) 2221-7236
Entrance: R$10
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 5PM and finishes at 8PM.
Winehouse – 5PM
Rua Paulo Barreto, 25 – Botafogo – Tel: (21) 3264-4101
Entrance: FREE
Canastra Bar (Ipanema)
The Canastra Wine Bar in Ipanema offers a great selection of wines and cheeses and is quickly becoming known for its nice atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: Free
Shenanigan’s (Ipanema)
With classic pub games like darts and pool, Ipanema’s Shenanigan’s is always a great spot to visit. Happy Hour is dose dupla (two for one) on Thursdays 6PM-8PM.
Shenanigan’s Irish Pub – 6PM
Rua Visconde de Pirajá, 122A (Upstairs) – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2267-5860
Entrance: See venue for details.
Blue Agave Ipanema (Ipanema)
Blue Agave Ipanema is a great place for good 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 also for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 9PM
Rua Vinicius de Moraes, 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-92717544-5151
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
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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