We have the top three picks for this Wednesday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option.
PARTY:
Latin Party 0800 (Copacabana) – It claims to be the most famous Latin party in the whole of Rio de janeiro, the Latin Party in Copacabana will take place tonight in the brand new Club Baronezza.
DJ Angola will be hosting the night; he has been playing Latin music every week for the last seven years.
At the beginning of the event, there is even a free dance lesson for all Latin beginners!
Open bar is until midnight!
Baronezza Club – Avenida Prado Junio, 63 – Copacabana
Check the event for further details.
LIVE:
Tributo a Pearl Jam com Tchopo em Ipanema (Ipanema) – Come for an unforgettable evening of rock n roll!
The night is a tribute to Pearl Jam and Tchopo is considered to be the best cover band in Brazil to do the job!
There will be a special set list with all the best of rock music playing in the lounge as well as snacks and drinks offered at random throughout the evening – on the house!
Barzin Rio Live – Rua Vinícius de Moraes, 75 – Ipanema
Check the event for further details.
LIVE:
Sílvia Pérez Cruz & Seus Amigos Brasileiros (Lagoa) – Make sure to arrive early at this first-come, first-served basis event!
Sílvia Pérez Cruz is a musician from Palafrugell, Spain, and she is performing tonight right here in Rio with her fellow Brazilian performers.
Her musical style incorporates elements of flamenco, jazz, pop, traditional Catalan music, Iberian folklore, and South American folklore – giving Pérez Cruz a very unique voice indeed.
Blue Note Rio – Avenida Borges de Medeiros, 1424 – Lagoa
Check the event for further details.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Casa Momus (Lapa)
Run by two Italian expats, Momus’ interior design is already worth the experience on its own. Among Momus’ highlights are its carefully prepared classic drinks, like the bloody mary (R$20), the pisco sour (R$22), and the negroni (R$22).
Casa Momus – 11:30 AM
Rua do Lavradio, 11 – Lapa – Tel (21) 3852-8250
Entrance: FREE
Mama Shelter (Santa Teresa)
Established in Paris, the boutique hostel and bar offers the perfect environment for enjoying a drink and a nibble in style – especially 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 (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.
Flashback (Ipanema)
Flashback is a chic high-end restaurant where visitors can enjoy classical music and observe the many photos decorating the walls. Between 7PM and 9PM the restaurant will serve a happy hour with a two for one on caipivodkas and Stella Artois. The caipivodkas are made fresh with either lime, strawberry or passionfruit and herbs are added in for an explosive taste.
Flashback – 7PM
Rua Paul Redfern, 33 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 2274-7657
Entrance: FREE
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