Great restaurant or Rodizio in Rio

[franu]

I am hoping to meet with some friends in Rio de Janeiro for dinner. I would enjoy going to a very good Rodizio. I have been to these restaurants in a few countries which have been very enjoyable. Unfortunately on the tour in Rio we went to a large Rodizio which could accommodate many busloads but I felt that the food was tough and awful. Can anyone make suggestions about great food in Rio?

 

Fran

[Mines]

I am hoping to meet with some friends in Rio de Janeiro for dinner. I would enjoy going to a very good Rodizio. I have been to these restaurants in a few countries which have been very enjoyable. Unfortunately on the tour in Rio we went to a large Rodizio which could accommodate many busloads but I felt that the food was tough and awful. Can anyone make suggestions about great food in Rio?

 

Fran

 

Good steak houses are on every street corner in Brazil. If you go to the Impanema district, there are plenty of them - all good. Here are some examples.

 

http://www.porcao.com.br/

 

http://www.carretaochurrascaria.com.br/www/index_ing.asp

 

http://www.pampagrill.com.br/

[loriva]

We went to Porcao several years ago based on recommendations from our hotel concierge. It was great--lots of fun, good service, a nice atmosphere, and the food was very good. Which considering we were living in Buenos Aires and completely spoiled by the great meat there, is saying a lot!

[franu]

Thanks Mines and loriva, It looks as though Porcao wins. With both of you recommending it I will certainly try.

Thanks again

Fran