We have the top three picks for this Thursday, and below there is a list of bars and pubs that are always a good option.
LIVE MUSIC:
Wine Club – Vinhos de Guarda/Maduros (Barra da Tijuca) – Have an incredible evening experience at the Grand Hyatt with the Wine Club – Vinhos de Guarda/Maduros event, with wine tasting, antipasto buffet and live music. Starting at 7PM-11PM.
With labels such as Niel Joubert Cabernet Sauvignon, Tokaji Oremus Furmint Mandolas, Mariposa tinto Reserva DOC, Sin Palabras Malbec, Promisis Toscana, among others. Wine lovers will undoubtedly be in for a great night.
Grand Hyatt – Avenida Lúcio Costa, 9600 – Barra da Tijuca
Check out the event page to buy tickets in advance and for further details.
LIVE MUSIC:
Musical Elza – Teatro Riachuelo Rio (Centro) – Ministry of Culture and Network present, Tókio Marine Seguradora sponsors, MUSICAL ELZA!
The event is a homage of the theater to the diva from MPB, Elza Soares. Directed by Duda Maia, Musical Direction by Pedro Luís and Text by Vinicius Calderoni. The idea is to create theatrical work with quality, highlighting the Brazilian repertoire of the honoree, enjoying the musical arrangements performed live.
The event will begin at 7PM-9PM and tickets are R$20-R$100.
Musical Elza Teatro Riachuelo Rio – Rua do Passeio, 40, 20021-290 – Rio de Janeiro
Check out the event page to buy tickets in advance and for further details.
PARTY:
Bombastic (Lapa) – The Bombastic party will make everyone lose it tonight in Lapa, at the Pub Kriok lounge, at 11PM.
DJs will spin the hottest from funk, hip-hop and reggaeton music. There will be free caipirinhas until 12PM.
Pub Kriok – Avenida Mem de Sá, 65 – Lapa
Check out the event page 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
Symposium Bistro (Laranjeiras)
Run by Uruguayan expat José Hodara, the bistro offers the best national and international labels, which can be accompanied by a selection of cheeses, sausages or a main dishes, like the majestic Uruguayan chorizo beef.
Canastra – 6:30 PM
Rua Ipiranga, 65 – Laranjeiras – (21) 2205-3122
Entrance: Free
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
Pub Escondido (Copacabana)
Those into the pub atmosphere will also love Pub Escondido, a discrete venue with premium beer labels, modern design and a really cool vibe. The pub offers 24 different beer taps, which includes the house’s draught beer, Escondido Weiss, made of wheat.
Pub Escondido – 6PM
Rua Aires de Saldanha, 98 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2522-9800
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
Blue Agave (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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