Rio Nightlife Guide for Friday, March 29, 2019
We have the top three picks for this Friday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option.
PARTY:
4FE na Cabine @ Comuna (Botafogo) – DJ 4FE will be taking over the cabin at Comuna tonight as a warm-up for their show on April 12th.
Comuna is one of the most popular alternative electronic spots in Rio, with free entry, great visuals, plus mouth-watering burgers and vegetarian snacks. There will be support from Manara, Hollanda, Davi Vath and SERPA.
This free event begins at 7PM.
4FE na Cabine – Rua Sorocaba 585 – Botafogo
For more information, try the event page.
LIVE:
Elza Soares @ Praça Xv (Centro) – This event is part of the ‘Month of Women’ program at SESC. Their program culminates today with a full day of lectures, workshops, artistic installations, performances and health advice, starting from midday. The highlight of the event will be a free concert by the singer Elza Soares in Rio’s historic Praça XV.
The show will be a tour through the career classics of this one-of-a-kind artist, as well as including hits from her recent albums such as ‘Computadores Fazem Arte,’ ‘A Carne,’ ‘Mulher do Fim do Mundo,’ ‘O Tempo Não Para’ and other songs from Brazilian popular music.
This free event starts at midday with the concert beginning at 7PM.
Elza Soares – Praça XV – Centro
For more information, head to the event page.
PARTY:
Não é Cortejo @ Arco do Teles (Centro) – This is another party looking to keep the Carnival spirit of the city going. The Arianos are bringing their best Carnival bloco spirit to the streets of Rio and invite you to join them.
People are invited to wear their old costume from Carnival, plus there will be an open glitter bar to make sure everyone sparkles.
This free event begins at 7PM.
Não é Cortejo – Pç. XV de Novembro – Centro
For more information, try the event page.
LOUNGES, BARS & PUBS:
Winehouse (Botafogo)
Winehouse is a wine bar run by a British expat that has brought an eclectic range of wines to Rio including a mix of fabulous national wines and international favorites. There is also a great selection of nibbles and cheese boards. For those that aren’t too keen on wine, there is plenty of beer and cocktail options too. Happy hour begins at 5PM and finishes at 8PM.
Winehouse – 5PM
Rua Paulo Barreto, 25 – Botafogo – Tel: (21) 3264-4101
Entrance: FREE
Void/House of Food (Botafogo)
Blending culinary, drinks and fashion, the bar/store invites a different chef to prepare a new menu every week. Besides great imported beer labels, it usually serves delicious veggie food and homemade burgers.
Void Botafogo – 11AM
Rua Voluntários da Pátria, 31 – Botafogo – Tel: (21) 3593=3326
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
Rua Hilário de Gouvêia, 71 – Copacabana – (21) 2236-2381
Entrance: FREE
Canastra Bar (Ipanema)
The Canastra Wine Bar in Ipanema offers a great selection of wines and cheeses and is quickly becoming known for its nice atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: See venue for details.
Blue Agave (Ipanema)
Blue Agave Ipanema is always a great place for Mexican food, drinks and for watching live sport streams and broadcasts. Just around the corner from Posto 9, the bar is also known for its mostly English-speaking staff and crowd which frequents the establishment. Be sure to check out Blue Agave in Copacabana also for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 1PM
Rua Vinicus de Moraes, 68 – Ipanema – Tel: (21) 3592-9271/7544-5151
Entrance: FREE. Food and drink prices vary.
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