We have top three picks for this Tuesday, and below a list of bars that are always a good option.
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Forró da Lapa (Centro) – Tonight, group Forró da Lapa will be starring at Instituto Ruínas, at Praça Tiradentes, in Centro.
The show starts at 8PM, and guest musician Leandro Pinto will also play with the group. DJs Egil and Xeleleu RJ will run the dance floor in the intervals.
Instituto Ruínas – Praça Tiradentes, 75 – Centro
Check the event for further details.
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Tributo a Luiz Melodia (Lagoa) – Tonight, some of the best musicians from MPB gather at Blue Note Rio for a touching homage to renowned composer Luiz Melodia, at 8PM.
Singers Ana Bispo, Chico Chico, Claudia Amorim, Doralyce, Duda Brack, Ferr, João Mantuano, Katia Jorgensen, Maíra Freitas, Mari Blue, Mihay, Taís Feijão, Tyaro Maia and Vandro Augusto will participate in this tribute, which will bring the songs from the album “Luiz Melodia Acústico”.
Blue Note Rio – Avenida Borges de Medeiros, 1424 – Lagoa
Check the event for further details.
LIVE:
Idriss Boudrioua (Botafogo) – French sax player Idriss Boudrioua goes up on Audio Rebel’s stage tonight, in Botafogo, at 8PM.
With over 20 years of career, Boudrioua has already players with names like Chet Baker and João Donato. Along with his band, the saxophonist will be presenting his project “Base & Brass”.
Audio Rebel – Rua Visconde de Silva, 55 – Botafogo
Check the event for further details.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Comuna (Botafogo)
Botafogo’s favorite bar for undergrad students and hispters. Comuna is famous for its homemade burgers and variety of beer labels.
Comuna – 7PM
Rua Sorocaba, 582 – Tel: (21) 3579-6175
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)
Located just around the corner from Posto 9, Blue Agave in Ipanema is well known for great Mexican food, drinks and for broadcasting live sports. Additionally, most of the wait staff and crowd speak English.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 1PM
Vinicus de Moraes 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
Lord Jim’s Pub (Ipanema)
Lord Jim’s Pub is the oldest pub in Rio and its well known for live music and promotional specials. During Happy Hours (6PM to 8PM) on Mondays through Fridays, the pub offers two for one draft beer. This is also a great place to watch live sports.
Lord Jim’s Pub – 7PM
Rua Paul Redfern 44, Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2249-4881
Entrance: Free
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