Surprisingly tasty Arabic food in Rio! We had starters of stuffed cabbage, stuffed grape leaves and…read morefalafel. All of the starters were quite tasty. Our mains included chicken skewers, schwarma plates and gyros. Each main dish was massive and could most certainly have fed two people. All of the dishes were flavorful and left us wishing we could finish the giant portions. Service was efficient and ambiance was warm and welcoming. Highly recommend.

We ordered the arabe mista that comes with kafta (ground beef) and steak tips for 2 people…read more Everything was full of flavor. It comes with rice mixed with lentils and tabbouleh (R$60ish). We ordered the roasted kibe for R$8 and it was DELICIOUS! There are tables on the street if you're just in for apps and drinks and tables inside for dinner. Highly recommend it!

This was delicious Lebanese food. Shawarma and shish taouk could easily feed three as portions were…read morehuge. Just off the beach so very convenient. Fresh draft beer on tap. Very reasonable prices considering the portion size. Nice little sidewalk seating to dine Al fresco. Super friendly servers and owners.

I called the restaurant after I saw that it says it takes reservations and the lady that answered…read morethe call hung up on me. I called back and asked if anyone spoke English and she said "NO" and told me they don't take reservations and spoke Portuguese and wasn't helpful at all. We are a group of 22 people and needed to make a reservation that was guaranteed. Oh well!

If you want a delicious, economical meal, visit the super popular and highly recommended Rotisseria…read moreSirio Libaneza inside the Largo do Machado shopping center. It's the mall's busiest spot with two entrances, two large signs featuring their menu, and lots of photos of typical dishes. You can enjoy their food as takeout, dine in, or pull up to the counter. We chose the 3rd option and enjoyed two warm koftas de frango(chicken empanadas). The counter includes bottles of lemon juice, Arabian pepper sauce, and molho de ajo(garlic sauce), or in my case, all three. Tips: practice your Portuguese. All of the workers are monolingual, but I was happy to push myself and get my orders right.( I did make one of the counter clerks laugh when I said não sei.) If you eat at the counter, you'll rub elbows with locals as they enjoy a quick lunch. Tip 2: no food photos. I didn't get a pic of our meal because I would have been the only person pulling out my phone.

Great for a quick delicious bite! The fruit smoothie's are to die for. Brazil just always delivers…read moreon having the freshest real fruit smoothies. I had this meat pocket thing, don't even know what it is but it's filling and it's good!

I recently visited Marius Degustare in Rio and had a pleasant experience overall. The servers were…read morevery nice and attentive -- they truly make you feel welcome and well taken care of throughout the meal. The service was definitely the highlight of the visit. That said, while the food and atmosphere were enjoyable, in my opinion you can find better deals elsewhere in Rio for a similar dining experience. It's a good spot if you're looking for friendly service and a comfortable setting, but if value for money is your priority, it might be worth exploring other options as well.

Came here while vacationing in Brazil. Through my research, this restaurant came up as the place…read moreto eat in Rio. And I see why!!! Came here with reservations and was immediately taken back by the bright colors and decor. We were immediately greeted and seated by hostess. Once walking in, you are IMMEDIATELY mesmerized by the elaborate and yes, over the top decorations in this restaurant. I mean a full car just on the side of a wall, ships every where, many Louis Vuitton bags hanging from the ceiling. IT was the MOST unique restaurants Ive ever been in and I was in an underwater restaurant in Dubai. The ladies bathroom is covered with coffee beans on the floor with a very big and unique Lips on the wall Service - 100 out 10!!! I hardly ever touched my plate. As I ventured out to the buffet, the second I was heading to my table, a server took my plate and walked it to my table for me, all while pulling out my seat. I noticed that each table had a different flag on it and realized that the server took note of where each patron was from and placed a flag on their table so servers can know what language they speak. My bag was zipped tied to my chair seconds after i sat down. Food - Food was in abundance of everything!! Lobsters, filet mignon, calamari, mussels...EVERYTHING! Food was pretty good. Very unique restaurant, A+ service. If in Rio, TRY IT!

A very nice meal. The food and service was excellent. Would return again…read more This was my first time in Leblon, and after tirelessly searching for any interesting restaurants I found this one on Google Maps. There seems to be a large quantity of Brazilian, Italian, and seafood restaurant-with a peppering of Thai and Spanish-but not much else. So when I came upon this newly- opened Greek place I decided to try it. Of course, it wasn't busy at all, however, there were 3 other full tables of patrons which probably found it by walking the street. It's tucked into a little corner, but it should get more business in the future because it's next to a popular ice cream place. I ordered a glass of red wine and a beef gyro plate. It came with shoestring fries and had tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, and green leaf lettuce inside (as well as top choice beef). The gyro was yummy! I ate it with a fork and knife because it's uncommon to eat with your hands here (sanitary reasons). The fries gave me a little hassle (have you tried to eat fries the size of fork tines with a fork?!). The service was great; very attentive server who even found a menu in English and asked me (via Google Translate) if I was here for carnival. He was very sweet and even gave me suggestions on places to go. All in all, for a brand new place they are starting out right! Good luck!

5 star restaurant with amazing service! The food was magnificent and the ambiance was very classy!…read moreWorth every penny. Great experience.

Very disappointed dinner - the air condition too cold - very few sea food options. I had been here…read morema y times before but it has gone downhill.

I visited Satyricon on a Monday to celebrate a friend's birthday with a group of 12. Overall, it…read morewas a great experience with a few drawbacks. The service was excellent, our servers were incredibly patient, attentive, and friendly. A pleasant surprise was that they spoke English, which made ordering much easier and honestly encouraged us to try more food and drinks. (Our server apologized for their English but our server had a great command of the language) I ordered a caipirinha, the Cozze a Piacere, and the Spaghetti alle Vongole. Everything was delicious. The spaghetti with clams was perfectly portioned and full of flavor. The drinks were strong, beautifully presented, and well made. One small disappointment: my appetizer was listed online as coming with bread, but it didn't. Luckily, someone at the table ordered bread later so I got to enjoy the delicious broth with the musssles. The restaurant itself is tastefully decorated with a warm, inviting ambiance, perfect for special occasions or date night. That said, the biggest downside was the restroom situation. The ladies restroom was clogged and had an unpleasant odor, which detracted from the overall experience. The handicapped restroom, however, was much cleaner. (I took a star away for this reason only) After reading mixed reviews beforehand, I wasn't sure what to expect, but we were treated very well. The staff struck a great balance, attentive without being intrusive and were very accommodating throughout the evening. The bill was also clearly itemized and easy to understand, which is always appreciated for a large group. Tip: Don't hesitate to ask questions, the staff is knowledgeable and happy to help guide your choices.

Classy clean dim lit restaurant with superior service…read more Lobster Thermidor was divine. You can taste the natural sweetness of the lobster. The cheese and mashed potatoes made the fish so filling I was stuffed. Crawfish carpaccio was different but I wish the it was more thinly sliced it was a bit slimy. I loved the spread they brought out in the beginning. You almost don't need an appetizer it was nice to nibble on and very unique.

Ráscal is a decent Italian and mediterranean restaurant in Shopping Rio Sul. You'll find the…read morerestaurant in several other shoppings in Rio de Janeiro as well. At this restaurant you can choose to order á la carte, compose your dinner yourself at the buffet or a combination of these two. The restaurant has a great variety of Italian pastas, pizzas and other dishes prepared the Italian way. I always enjoy the buffet with delicious, fresh and chique starters such as raw salmon, cheeses, vegetables and toasted bread. I would say that the ambience matches a higher standard than the average restaurant you'll find nearby in the same price range. The attendance is quick and professional. If you're planning to go there on Sunday afternoon, just keep in mind you will have to wait in line for a while.

Rascal is great! Good pizza, good desserts and great service. The buffet with salads and pasta is…read moredelicious also. But be aware, this is not a cheap place!