We have the top three picks for this Thursday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option.
LIVE:
Trio Ventura @ Ganjah Lapa (Lapa) – Trio Ventura are invading Ganjah for a night of forró that promises to be a little different to what everyone is accustomed to! For each of these events the trio invites big names from the forró scene to join them in a musical collaboration, always along a different theme.
This month they are counting on the special participation of Elias Rosa with his magical tambourine and Rômulo Frazão with his hypnotizing flute. In the intervals, DJ Juan Motta will continue to keep everyone dancing and the party going until late into the night.
Tickets are between R$10-R$20 and the night gets going at 9PM.
Trio Ventura – Rua do Rezende, 82 – Lapa
For more information, check out the event page.
PARTY:
Blitz @ Fosfobox (Copacabana) – Blitz arrives at Copacabana’s most diverse and fun-filled nightclub, bringing with it plenty of hip-hop, drum ‘n’ bass, dancehall, house, and plenty of mainstream hits to boot.
After three successful editions in Lapa and Centro, Blitz returns to Fosfobox, and they are celebrating the return of DJ Dedé Menezes from Portugual, plus the presence of the legendary DJ Tamy, for a night that guarantees to bring the house down.
The line-up for the night includes: DJ Tamy [Yolo Love Party], DJ Dedé Menezes [seguroOgrave], Hot Tape [Blitz], DirtyTwo DJs [Blitz], I love you I hate you [Blitz], and DJ Vini Por7o [Blitz]. Plus at the Fosfobar will come music courtesy of Julia Botelho [Blitz] and Kalil Motta. There will also be MC sets from Douglas Dos Santos (DG) and DCC – Don Capuccino.
Tickets are between R$10 – R$30 and the night kicks off at 11PM.
Blitz – Rua Siqueira Campos, 143 – Copacabana
For more information, head to the event page.
LIVE:
Samba do Bilhetinho @ Fuska Bar 2.0 (Humaitá) – Come and enjoy a free night of live samba from a diverse group of performers at Fuska Bar 2.0.
You are welcome to join the sambistas and sing along to some classic samba compositions from the likes of Noel Rosa, Candeia, Silas de Oliveira, Noel Rosa de Oliveira, Antenor Gargalhada, Geraldo Baboon, Casquinha, Nelson Sargento, and Dona Ivone Lara, among others.
This free night (contributions are more than welcome!) usually begins at around 7PM.
Samba do Bilhetinho – Capitão Salomão 52 – Humaitá
For more information, check out the event page.
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$27), the pisco sour (R$28) and the negroni (R$28).
Casa Momus – 11:30 AM
Rua do Lavradio, 11 – Lapa – Tel (21) 3852-8250
Entrance: FREE
Mama Shelter (Santa Teresa)
Originally inaugurated in Paris, the boutique hostel and bar offers the perfect environment for enjoying a drink and a snack in style – specially 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 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
Canastra Bar (Ipanema)
The Canastra Wine Bar in Ipanema offers a wide choice of wines and cheeses and is quickly becoming known for its trendy atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM – 1AM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: See venue for details
Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Blue Agave in Ipanema is a great place for Mexican food, strong drinks and watching the latest domestic and international sports. They have English-speaking staff and is a popular expat hangout in Ipanema. Be sure to check out Blue Agave in Copacabana also for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 2PM
Rua Vinicius de Moraes, 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-92717544-5151
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
Flashback (Ipanema)
Flashback is a high-end restaurant with plenty of classical music and photos decorating the walls. Tonight, between 7PM and 9PM 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 as well as additional herbs added in for a taste explosion.
Flashback – 7PM
Rua Paul Redfern, 33 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2274-7657
Entrance: FREE
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