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.
LIVE:
Os Beatlemaníacos @ Mureta Bar (Botafogo) – Os Beatlemaníacos (the Beatlemaniacs) are currently doing a weekly residency at the Mureta Bar in Botafogo, playing tunes by the fab four every Wednesday night.
The band is composed of Mario Vitor on guitar, Pedro Dias on bass and Carol Lima on drums.
Mureta Bar claims to have the best burger in Botafogo! They also offer a happy hour from Tuesday to Friday which is very popular with locals and after work drinkers.
Entrance is R$10 and there are several surprises in store for those that attend!
Os Beatlemaníacos – Rua Paulo Barreto,64-A – Botafogo
For more information, check out the event page.
LIVE:
Choro da Glória @ Espaço Catete (Glória) – Choro da Glória has relocated and the first edition was a huge success!
So now everybody already knows: Choro da Glória will be partying every Wednesday in Espaço Catete (Rua do Catete 97). And now there’s more choro than before, from 6:30PM to 10:00PM!
The scheme is the same, free entry with spontaneous donations welcome as the musicians hat is passed around the crowd.
For those that haven’t encountered it before, choro (literally ‘cry’), is an instrumental Brazilian genre which originated in 19th century Rio de Janeiro.
Despite its name, the music is both fast and happy and is perfect to dance to, or simply to relax, enjoy a beer, chat with friends and marvel at the exquisite musicianship.
The event is free, starts at 6:30PM and all are welcome!
Choro da Glória – R. do Catete, 97 – Glória
For more information, go to the event page.
PARTY:
Latin Party @ Pub Kriok (Lapa) – The original party that brought reggaeton to Rio is always ready to bring the disorder.
The night is free and has an open bar of beer and caipirinha until midnight. What more could a party need?
DJs Slim, Bam Bam and Sany are going to be taking over two floors of Pub Kriok and pumping out some of the finest reggaeton, funk and pop all through the night.
On the first floor will be reggaeton, latin pop, world music, hiphop, pop and much more. On the second floor will be merengue, trance, salsa, funk and a whole lot more Miami-style rhythms.
After midnight there is a two-for-one offer on caipirinha and catuaba. There will be great photographers capturing the magic, LED light shows, excellent air-conditioning over three floors. This is a night that will go on for a long time (eight years running so far).
Latin Party – Rua Mem de Sá 65 – Lapa
For more info, check 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$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)
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 FIFA 2018 World Cup action. 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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