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Rubaiyat Rio

4.1 (27 reviews)
Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Mediterranean
Open 12:00 pm - 12:30 am (Next day)

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What's the vibe?
Upscale
Very loud
Good for kids
Dressy

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Sabrina F.

A1 restaurant. If you are in Rio you HAVE to go. Beautiful views, impeccable service, and delicious food. The warm salad is an absolute MUST. I highly recommend sitting outside by the race tracks. The location of the restaurant is great as it is next to a lovely art gallery. If you are in the area don't think twice, this is your place for lunch. Highly recommend.

Ribeye Kobe Beef - MUST ORDER. The hot grill-plate it comes with ensures your steak is cooked to perfection!!!
Roland R.

The closest to fine dining you'll get in Rio! High quality meats, seasoned to perfection and cooked to exactly how you like it. They bring the steak out rare in a hot iron grill and you can leave it there until it's cooked to your satisfaction (see pic). GREAT IDEA! I strongly recommend the Kobe Beef....it will change your life! The standard side that came with the steaks is a hollow potato puff but you can order other sides like cream of spinach, several types of rice (I like Biro-Biro, rice with egg), and other veggie dishes. Wine selection is pretty good (South American, some US, and European wines) and the cocktails are very boozy and really good. I recommend the lychee martini and the strawberry caipirinha. Ambiance is fancy and the service is top notch. They have someone who speaks English so don't be afraid if you don't know Portuguese. But the price might scare you, about $100 per person. BTW, this is a restaurant right by the horse race track. If you want to dine al fresco, ask for a table outside, right by the track. Look up race schedules and you might even get a free show with lunch/early dinner. Obrigado!!!

Carlos T.

Amazing steak house in Rio. For me one of the best services in town On Saturday the best feijoada

Charles L.

Love the environment, great out door space next to a race track. Food was OK, an expense account palace but I wouldn't want to pay for it. A place to try for special occasions.

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Great food, steaks and fish. Also atmosphere was really nice and outstanding service. Will be back on next trip to Brazil.

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Impressive location directly in front of The Jockey Club with awesome ambiance adds to the dining experience.

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Bagatelle - Champagnes da casa

Bagatelle

3.0(7 reviews)
0.5 kmLagoa

I was going to give it 1 star but I decided to change in the last minute. Let me tell you why: We…read morearrived to Bagattelle at 9pm, we had reservations. The entrance is elegant, you go up the stairs and the music gets louder. The place is big, so crowded, each table beside the other one. The deco is elegant too. From the moment we sat down the noise was unbearable, I could not hear a single word my boyfriend was saying!! The waiter was very nice and attentive to us. But, I have to say we waited 45 minutes por the appetizer!!! And after that, we waited 45 more for main course. We were really angry. But the worst fact was that the food was cold! So rude. After finishing our dinner, music went a little bit louder and people starting dancing on the tables! It was really fun. We ended up leaving with a smile and a few dancing moves. I suggest you come directly at 11pm for a drink and some dancing. Skip dinner that is not worth it at all. Iba a darle 1 estrella pero decidí cambiar a ultimo minuto. Déjenme contarles por que: llegamos a Bagatelle a las 9pm, teníamos reserva. La entrada es elegante, subís las escaleras y la música se empieza a sentir cada vez más fuerte. El lugar es grande, muchiiiisima gente, cada mesa pegada a la otra. La deco también es elegante. Desde el momento que nos sentamos el ruido era insoportable, no podía escuchar una palabra que mi novio decía!! El mozo fue muy amable y atento con nosotros. Pero, debo decir que esperamos 45 minutos para la entrada!!! Y después de eso, 45 minutos más para el plato principal. Estábamos enojadisimos. Pero lo peor de todo es que la comida estaba helada! De locos. Luego de terminar de cenar, la música empezó a soñar más fuerte y la gente empezó a bailar arriba de las mesas! Fue muy divertido. Terminamos yéndonos con una sonrisa y unos pasos en la pista. Les sugiero que vengan directo a las 11pm por un trago y tirar unos pasos. Sáltense la cena que no vale la pena para nada.

5 continents, 85 + counties, countless 5 star Restaurants and this by far had the worst Hostess I…read moreever meet. That says a lot and by having an establishment employing somebody like that they don't deserve my business or yours .. The good: good location, great decor , good music , good food and a good waiter The bad : the front office .. hostess jus horrible .. huge attitude . Told me that she doesn't have to be polite with me and if I don't like it I should just leave !!! And I should ask permission .. waw this is the short of it I brought this to the attention of the supervisor and she apologized doesn't really cut it honestly not when you pay NYC prices .. dinner for 2 easily 200 $ .. when one person is not drinking .. They are not doing me a favor .. I am a client !! Also I've been to several Bagatelle , miami , nyc , sao paolo and by far this had the worst front office staff .. You should go have dinner at Bazzar in Ipanema and go have drinks somewhere else ...

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Bagatelle - Atum, foie e cogumelos empanados em panko

Atum, foie e cogumelos empanados em panko

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Satyricon

Satyricon

3.9(49 reviews)
2.5 kmIpanema
$$$$

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.

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Satyricon - Me and my beautiful wife enjoying our time here In Rio

Me and my beautiful wife enjoying our time here In Rio

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Shellfish platter for two

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Rubaiyat Rio - steak - Updated May 2026

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