We were looking for a good place where we could mingle with the locals have a cold beer and maybe grab something to eat. We found all that and more in this fun neighborhood. We were driven to avenue Olegário Maciel in Barra and there were many outdoor bars and restaurants with live music dancing and fun. We eventually stopped at Bar do Adão to eat. They had maybe 10 tables outside and we were late for dinner at about 9:30pm. I think maybe 2 other tables were occupied. The staff was friendly and tried to speak some English. The draft beer was served in a frozen mug and went down smooth. It was nice to get another frozen mug with each refill. We ordered filet Mignon for 3 it was good for the two of us. It came with fries, white rice, black beans and that sawdust they serve down here. The steak was one of the best I have ever eaten! Great flavor and it had a little crispy garlic chunks on top. The rice and beans were on point and the fries were pretty good. I don't eat the sawdust but since they had boiled egg in it I figured maybe it would taste better. Nope. 2 days later we were in Fogo de Chão and still talking about how the filet at Bar do Adão was so much better. I give this 5 stars for the location, food and beer. Get away from the tourist traps and see what the Brazilians do for a nice nite out. read more