The Top 5 Restaurants In Rio De Janeiro

 
Rio de Janiero is notorious for its late nights, amazing beaches, and beautiful women. Maxim even ranks it as one of the top 10 best party cities in the world. Somewhere between the clubs and beach, however, you’re going to have to find some food. As always, we’ve done all of the hard work and narrowed down the best five restaurants in Rio de Janeiro.
 
1.) Paris Gastrô
 
This unique, Parisian-style restaurant overlooks Flamengo Park and features the work of Pierre Landry, a French chef with years of experience under his belt. The wine list is just as eclectic as the décor in this renovated mansion, and the fois gras is an absolute must-try.
 
2.) La Fabrique
 
La Fabrique is the place to go if you’re in the mood for tapas. Located right on the beach, if you’re trying to impress a date, this restaurant will definitely seal the deal. The vibe may be laid back, but the food here is no joke, it’s guaranteed to satisfy.
 
3.) Mekong
 
This Thai restaurant not only has incredible food from all over Asia, but it also doubles as a pretty trendy bar at night. DJs perform sets every weekend, so go for the curry and stay for the party.
 
4.) Azteka
 
Finding authentic Mexican food in Rio can be tough, so if you’re in the mood for a burrito, head to Azteka. This restaurant is a collaboration of two Mexican chefs and a New York architect, so the style of the building is just as adventurous as the food. The fact that all of the ingredients are organic makes this taco joint even more appealing.
 
5.) Stuzzi

 
There are plenty of “authentic” Italian restaurants in Rio, but none hold a candle to this place. The head chef, Paula Prandini, studied and perfected her trade in both France and Italy before taking the trip down south. She’s clearly a firm believer that quality ingredients make quality food, because as far as Italian restaurants go, Stuzzi ranks with the best of them.
 
So, if you manage to pull yourself out of the club or off the beach during your trip, visit one of these restaurants and rest assured that you’re experiencing some of the best food that Rio has to offer.