Rio Nightlife Guide for Wednesday, March 27, 2019

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:
Sexteto Sucupira @ Fundição Progresso (Lapa) – This evening is a chance to experience the forró jazz gypsy sounds of Sexteto Sucupira. The sound of Sexteto Sucupira can be seen as a rich musical journey through the melodies of the world with Brazil as a starting point, their sound is sometimes in the North of Brazil, sometimes in the Caribbean, sometimes in the Middle East.

Their repertoire mixes traditions from various parts of the world with compositions by famous Brazilian composers, as well as original, contemporary creations from the band members themselves. This is a perfect place to dance and meet new people while enjoying some top-quality live music. After the band, Egil DJ will be playing the best afrobeat, latin, forró, soul and jazz, to keep you on your feet until the early hours.

Tickets are between R$15-R$20 and the night gets going at 8:30PM.

Sexteto Sucupira – Rua dos Arcos, 24 – Lapa

For more information, check out the event page.

DRINKS:
Jungle FREE @ Jungle Garden Pub (Botafogo) – The ‘most charming jungle in Rio’ is offering a night of almost endless happy hours and deals.

There’s also twenty percent discount on Ceviche and a glass of house wine or sparkling Rio Sol is only R$17,90. The drink of the night is only R$19,90 and there’s a bucket of beer for only R$37,90. All the while, DJ Dudv will be keeping the place pumping throughout the night.

This free event begins at 6PM.

Jungle FREE – Rua Martins Ferreira 48 – Botafogo

For more information, check out the event page.

PARTY:
Local Beatz @ Fosfobox (Copacabana) – This is the party that brings together, in addition to the local cariocas, tourists from the largest hostels in Rio de Janeiro.

Some of the best DJs from the legendary Fosfobox nightclub will be spinning hiphop, funk, reggaeton and pop all night long, while from 11PM until midnight there will be all you can drink caipifrutas.

Tickets are between R$30-R$50 and the club opens at 11PM.

Local Beatz – Rua Siqueira Campos, 143 – Copacabana

For more information, 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$27), the pisco sour (R$28) and the negroni (R$28).
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 latest domestic and international sports. 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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