We have the top three picks for this Wednesday, and below is a list of bars and pubs that are always a good option.
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Baile do Mocotó (Lapa) – Tonight, Ganjah Lapa hosts Baile do Mocotó.
Composer, singer and percussionist, Thiago Mocotó will present an eclectic MPB setlist in his show, ranging from the forró music of Luiz Gonzaga to Tom Jobim’s bossa nova.
Ganjah Lapa – Rua do Rezende, 82, Lapa.
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MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Forró na Praia (Copacabana) – The Samba Social Clube beack kiosk will host Forró na Praia, a live forró session at Copacabana beach.
Rafael Alves (vocal and triângulo), André Bitto (vocal and accordion) and Aécio Araújo (vocal and zabumba) will play from 9 PM to 12 AM.
Samba Social Clube – Avenida Atlântica, Posto 2, Copacabana.
Check the event for further details.
MÚSICA BRASILEIRA:
Dilma Oliveira (Copacabana) – Beco das Garrafas, a bossa nova landmark in Copacabana, hosts singer Dilma Oliveira tonight.
Oliveira and guitarist Andre Gonçalves will involve the audience with the best of samba and bossa nova, honoring masters such as om Jobim, Baden Powell, João Bosco, Cartola, and Nelson Cavaquinho.
Beco das Garrafas – Rua Duvivier, 37, Copacabana.
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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)
Initially inaugurated in Paris, the boutique hostel and bar offers the perfect environment for enjoying a drink and a snack 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 ice-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 – 1 AM
Rua Hilário de Gouvêia, 71 – Copacabana – Tel.: (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 getting known for its trendy atmosphere and friendly service.
Canastra – 6:30 PM – 1 AM
Rua Jangadeiros, 42, Loja B – Ipanema – Tel.: (21) 99656-1960
Entrance: See venue for details
Blue Agave Ipanema (Ipanema)
Blue Agave Ipanema is a great place for 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 for a great night out.
Blue Agave Ipanema – 9 PM
Rua Vinícius de Moraes, 68 – Ipanema – Tel.: (21) 3592-9271
Entrance: Free
Food and drink prices vary.
Flashback (Ipanema)
Flashback is a wonderful high-end restaurant with plenty of classical music and photos decorating the walls. Tonight, between 7 PM and 9 PM, 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 plus herbs added for a taste explosion.
Flashback – 7 spins PM
Rua Paul Redfern, 33 – Ipanema – Tel.: (21) 2274-7657
Entrance: Free
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