The executive menu is a solid deal&mdash;appetizer, main, dessert for a fair price. I liked that the fish tasted fresh, not frozen. Portions are generous too. Only thing is service gets a bit scattered when it&#39;s packed, but they try their best. Good spot if you&#39;re hungry and want something simple.

The pizza crust was really crispy and fresh, and the tomato sauce tasted like it was made from scratch. I got the pizza and drink combo, which felt like a decent deal for the price. The place itself was pretty comfortable too, not too cramped. Just wish the seating area had a bit more space between tables, but it was fine for a quick bite.

Cold beer was nice and the appetizers hit the spot. Outdoor seating&#39;s a bit rough though, needs some upkeep. Prices fair for what you get.

The pork ribs in barbecue sauce were really good, and the place has AC which helps on hot days. Italian soda was a nice touch too. Solid lunch spot in the city center.

We came with a big group right after New Year&#39;s and they got us seated fast. That was a relief. I had the grilled fish with vegetables, and the fish tasted really fresh. Not overcooked, just flaky. Portion was decent for the price. Only thing, the place got a bit loud as it filled up. But for a quick dinner with friends, it worked fine.

The place feels so calm the moment you walk in. Food was fresh and tasty, even for someone who usually needs meat on the plate. Family running it is super sweet.

The strawberry roll cake is worth every cent. Light, not too sweet, and the portion is decent for the price. Would grab it again.

Stopped by after the beach last week. Cold beer, fair price, no fuss. Place was busy but we found a spot quick. Just your classic Leblon boteco, nothing fancy. Good enough for a post-swim drink with friends. Service was fine, nothing to complain about.

Service is a gamble here. Got a guy who barely looked up when taking my order. Food was solid though, so I&#39;d probably come back for a quick bite. Just don&#39;t expect friendly chat.

Came back just for the lamb rack and yeah, it still hits. Portion&#39;s decent for what you pay, not one of those places where you leave hungry. Meat was tender, didn&#39;t need much effort to cut. I&#39;d say it&#39;s fair for the price, maybe a bit above average but you&#39;re not getting ripped off.

Had the picanha at this spot in Rio. Honestly the best I tried in 3.5 weeks here. Meat was properly seasoned, juicy inside, nice char on the outside. Staff were friendly too, no complaints. Place gets busy around 8pm so go a bit earlier if you can.

The grilled squid was the star of the night, hands down. That sauce though&mdash;so good we asked for extra bread just to soak it all up. Portions were pretty generous too. Live music was a nice bonus, not too loud. Would come back just for that dish.

The vegan moqueca was seriously good&mdash;rich, creamy, full of flavor. They even adapted the bruschetta for me. Cozy spot, nice vibe.

Stopped by for a quick dinner and the service stood out right away. Staff was on top of everything, super friendly without hovering. Pizza was solid too &mdash; dough had a good chew, toppings generous. Place got busy later but they kept checking in. Just wish the table wasn&#39;t so close to the door, got a bit of a draft.

The gnocchi with ragu was the real deal&mdash;soft little pillows, rich meat sauce, stuck to the ribs. Didn&#39;t care much about the whole cozy romantic vibe, honestly. Just sat down, ordered, ate. Price felt right for what came out. No complaints there. I&#39;d come back just for that plate again.

Food was solid, no complaints there. Took a bit longer than I hoped to get it, but whatever. Place is kinda dark inside, not the coziest vibe. Still, for a quick bite, it did the job. I&#39;d probably come back if I&#39;m in the area and in a hurry. Just don&#39;t expect fast service.

The shrimp and leek risotto was the star of the meal, so creamy and full of flavor. Service lagged a bit, but honestly the food made up for it. I&rsquo;d come back just for that dish again.

Stopped here for a quick lunch since it&#39;s right across from City Hall. Buffet had a decent spread, nothing crazy but solid. Quality was above average for what you pay. I grabbed a bit of everything, the grilled stuff was the highlight. Place gets busy around noon, so go a bit earlier if you can. Good enough for a weekday refuel.

The omelette with cheese and ham was really good, and my Americano came out hot and strong. Sat by the window, watched people go by for a while. Nice spot if you&#39;re near the ferry dock and want a relaxed breakfast. Service was friendly enough, though I did wait a bit for the check. Nothing fancy, but it worked for me.

The pizza was good, especially the seafood half. Four-cheese was fine but nothing crazy. Price was fair for the portion, considering the view. Just wish the climb up wasn&#39;t so tiring.

The burrata and filet mignon risotto were spot on again. Service stayed sharp from booking to the last bite. Been coming here for a while, and it keeps delivering.

Been coming here for a while now. The vibe stays consistent, even when it gets busy. It&#39;s tucked away from the main street, so you don&#39;t get that crazy crowd noise. Just a chill spot to grab dinner without the hassle. That&#39;s mainly why I keep coming back, honestly.

The octopus carpaccio was really good, and the village fish too. My caipirinha came just right, not too sweet like they usually make. It&#39;s a bit pricey, but the service was so attentive I didn&#39;t mind. I just wish the seating was a little more comfortable, but honestly, I left satisfied.

The place is clean and bright, food&#39;s good even if the menu ain&#39;t huge. The guy on the grill was super friendly, made the whole thing feel chill. I&#39;d go back for sure.

Been coming here for a while now, mostly after work. The staff actually remembers what I like, which is nice. They know their wine list pretty well, never steered me wrong. Food&#39;s decent too, portions are solid for the price. Not the quietest place sometimes, but that&#39;s part of the vibe I guess.

The view from up here is insane, totally worth the climb. Got the grilled chicken and it was pretty tasty. Prices are a bit steep for what you get, but you&#39;re paying for that panorama, right?

Food&#39;s still solid and the view over the water gets me every time. Place is a bit tucked away but that&#39;s part of the charm. Service was friendly as always.

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