Where to eat in Lapa
If you’ve made it here, you’ve surely heard of Lapa and got curious about what this unique neighborhood can offer besides bars and nightclubs.
In this article, we will show you where to eat in Lapa and (hopefully) make your mouth water too!
Where to eat in Lapa during the day?
As you may already know, Lapa has a peculiarity. It tends to be more bustling at night due to the opening of bars. However, this doesn’t mean that the neighborhood lacks good options for enjoying a delicious meal during the day.
- Boteco do Gomes
If you’re looking for the classic feijoada, your search can end here. In addition to the complete feijoada with all the fixings, Boteco do Gomes also serves dishes like mocotó.
Address: R. Riachuelo, 62 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
Specializing in traditional bar food, this is an excellent place to enjoy some delicious sausage with onions while having a cold drink.
Address: R. Riachuelo, 49 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
With a perfect blend of German and Brazilian cuisine, Bar Ernesto is one of the most sought-after places for those craving Schnitzel, feijoada, or delicious Apfelstrudel.
Address: R. da Lapa 10 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro (near Sala Cecília Meireles)
Price: $$
If you’re a fan of Japanese cuisine, this restaurant is for you. Bringing together the traditional Japanese culinary art with the vibrant spirit of Rio, Mestre Kami offers everything from yakisoba to caipirinhas.
Address: Av. Gomes Freire, 625 – 2nd Floor – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$$
With a decoration worthy of a Frida Kahlo exhibition and breathtaking food, Contemporâneo Lapa offers a variety of dishes and beverages, including their famous spicy chilli balls.
Address: Av. Gomes Freire, 625 – Store A – Centro, Lapa
Price: $$
- Bar do Peixe
Specializing in seafood, Bar do Peixe serves dishes with fresh fish and ice-cold beer. The fact that Bar do Peixe has been operating in the same location for over 20 years is a testament to the quality of their food.
Address: R. André Cavalcanti, 16b – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
With a beautiful atmosphere, delicious food (try their pastries), and rich history (there used to be a tenement house on the back stairs of the restaurant), Cortiço Carioca is a great choice for dining both during the day and at night.
Address: R. Joaquim Silva, 105 – Lapa, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
Where to eat in Lapa at night?
In addition to some of the restaurants already mentioned, Lapa offers a multitude of places to go at night. Here are some of cariocas favorite bars!
Operating since 1903, Nova Capela offers the most traditional dishes of Brazilian cuisine. Considered the guardian of traditional food in one of Rio’s most contemporary and innovative neighborhoods.
Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 96 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
Sabor Peruano offers the best Peruvian food in Rio de Janeiro. With extraordinary dishes and attentive service, it’s practically a guarantee that you’ll be transported straight to Peru.
Address: R. Joaquim Silva, 134 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
With a somewhat peculiar name, Beco do Rato offers acclaimed “butiquim” food (traditional Brazilian bar cuisine), cold drinks, lots of samba, and culture.
Address: R. Joaquim Silva, 11 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
Café Cultural Sacrilégio (or simply Sacrilégio for the regulars) has a varied and complete menu, including appetizers, burgers, meals, as well as beloved beverages and drinks. You can also enjoy live samba music and electronic/funk music during band breaks.
Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 81 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
With live music, samba dancers, and various other performances, Leviano Bar offers everything that Lapa has to offer in one place! And, of course, a variety of food and drinks for you to choose from and savor.
Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 47 – Centro, Lapa – RJ
Price: $$
Another classic in Lapa, despite the name, specializes in German cuisine. That means delicious dishes and perfectly poured draft beer.
Address: Av. Mem de Sá, 90 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
In addition to the famous sushi bar, Gohan serves wonderful sizzling seafood dishes that arrive at your table still steaming. All with high quality in a comfortable setting and a welcoming staff.
Address: R. Joaquim Silva, 127 – Centro, Rio de Janeiro
Price: $$
After this gastronomic journey through Lapa, you must be eager to experience the famous nightlife of Rio. Free Walker Tours offers the Pub Crawl Lapa, the perfect tour for those who enjoy drinking, dancing, and partying!
