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.
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Esperando o Trem (Barra Funda) – This Wednesday, Esperando o Trem will bring a lively roda de samba to Bar do Alemão.
Composed of seven virtuous musicians, the group will present a repertoire of samba and choro compositions until 11:30 PM.
Bar do Alemão – Avenida Antártica, 554, Barra Funda.
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LIVE:
Orquestra Mundana Refugi (Bixiga) – Composed of Brazilian, immigrant, and refugee musicians, this unique orchestra performs tonight at Al Janiah.
Playing the most original compositions from Palestina, Iran, Guinea, Congo, and Brazil, Mundana Refugi will also invite to the stage rapper 48 Haifa.
Al Janiah – Rua Rui Barbosa, 269, Bixiga.
Check the event for further details.
LIVE:
Valentina Levchenko (República) – Singer and composer Valentina Levchenko came all the way from Ukrania to perform at Jazz B tonight.
The artist aims to take the audience to the musical universe of Eastern Europe, playing folkloric music from Ukrania and the Balkans.
Jazz B – Rua General Jardim, 43, República.
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LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Barbirô (Vila Mariana)
Inspired by the quaint villages from the South of Minas Gerais, Barbirô serves deliciously prepared snacks, most of them following the “cozinha mineira” recipes. They also have a variety of wine, artisanal cachaças, and beer labels.
Barbirô – 11 AM – 1:30 AM
Rua Vergueiro, 2040 – Vila Mariana – Tel: (11) 5081-4040
Entrance: Free
Vila Butantan (Butantã)
Right at the beginning of the Butantã is Vila Butantan, a container turned mall where one finds a variety of bars such as OAK Bier and Lá em Cima.
Vila Butantan – 11 AM – 10 PM
Rua Agostinho Cantu, 47 – Butantã – Tel: (11) 3564 8731
Entrance: Free
Sujinho (Consolação)
An important character of São Paulo’s bohemian landscape, the bar-restaurant Sujinho serves the best “bisteca” (beef) in the city, according to well-reputed magazine Veja São Paulo. Open until 5 AM.
Sujinho – until 5 AM
Rua da Consolação, 2063 – Consolação – Tel: (11) 3231-1299
Entrance: Free
BrewDog (Pinheiros)
Specializing in the Scottish brewery’s craft beers, BrewDog is the right bet for beer enthusiasts. It hosts regular guest brews and serves appetizers that are definitely worth trying.
BrewDog – 12 PM – 12 AM
Rua Coropés, 41, Pinheiros – Tel: (11) 3032-4007
Entrance: Free
Pirajá (Pinheiros)
Inspired by Rio de Janeiro’s atmosphere and aesthetics, the Pirajá bar is a great pick for anyone searching for a new cachaça label or a caipirinha recipe they’ve never seen before. Try “Ipanema”, “Rocinha,” or “Amores”.
Pirajá– 12 PM – 1 AM
Avenida Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 64 – Pinheiros – Tel.: (11) 3815-6881
Entrance: Free
Bar e Lanches Estadão (Centro)
The night is never complete without a stop at Estadão, a traditional bar in Centro that NEVER closes. Good service, excellent sandwiches, and cheap beer make this one a classic.
Estadão – ALWAYS OPEN.
Viaduto Nove de Julho, 193 – Centro – Tel: (11) 3257-7121
Entrance: Free
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