Best meal I had in Paraty, no question. The seafood stew was loaded with shrimp, squid, and fish in a rich broth. Elisa knew her stuff and even taught us a bit of Portuguese.

The burger was solid, really juicy and the bun held up well. But man, the noise level in there is something else. Hard to hear the person across the table, felt like we were shouting the whole time. Good food though, just wish they&#39;d do something about the acoustics.

Stumbled on this little izakaya place and honestly the takoyaki was the highlight for me. Warm, soft, that sauce on top... really hit the spot. Mochi was good too. Staff were nice, not over the top. It did get pretty packed later, so I was glad I came early. Nothing fancy, just solid Japanese comfort food.

The view really is something else, and the food tasted super fresh. Service was a bit laid-back, but honestly perfect for a chill lunch spot. 🌿

Came for lunch and the service was the highlight, honestly. Souza and Jo&atilde;o Henrique were on top of everything, refills came fast, no need to wave anyone down. Food was solid, well-prepared, nothing to complain about. Portion size was decent for what you pay, though I&rsquo;ve seen bigger. Still, for the price, it&rsquo;s a fair deal. Would come back if I&rsquo;m in the area. 👍

Steak was really good, cooked just right. Prices fair for what you get. Our server checked on us a few times, didnt have to wait long for anything. Solid spot if you&#39;re in the area and want a proper meal without breaking the bank.

Buffet spread was solid, plenty of options. Food well-seasoned, especially for what you pay. Service quick, no complaints there. Lunch time was busy but handled fine. Good spot if you&#39;re hungry and don&#39;t wanna overthink it.

Decent Spanish place right on the beach. Tapas were pretty good, though the tartare didn&#39;t quite work - the pairing and seasoning felt off. Fine for a casual bite.

Been coming here for a while now. Ramen and gyoza never disappoint, always hits the spot. Service gets a bit slow when it&#39;s packed, but the staff are cool about it. Prices are fair for what you get.

Solid burger. Cooked right, good size for the price. The rib croquette was the real highlight though. Service was on point, no complaints there. Would come back if I&#39;m in the area again.

Stopped by for a healthy breakfast and really liked the vibe. Got the avocado toast &mdash; fresh and filling. Staff was nice too, especially the manager. 🐶

Solid all-you-can-eat sushi for the price, especially right in Copacabana. Fish was fresh and the rolls had some creativity. Service gets messy when it&#39;s packed, but that&#39;s expected around here.

The bufalina pizza was really fresh, you could taste it in the tomato sauce. Place is tiny and a bit off the main tourist streets, which I liked. Service was friendly, no rush. Just wish they had a few more veggie sides on the menu, but the pizza itself was solid.

Stopped by for a quick lunch. Got the chicken with garlic and pepper &mdash; solid choice, came out fast. Garlic bread on the side, also good. Place is tiny though, so I can see it getting packed later. Glad I went early.

Came for the live band and stayed for the drinks. Dark, cozy spot&mdash;exactly what you want from a bar. The bartender suggested a whiskey pairing with my meal, and honestly, that made the night. Staff were friendly enough, though service slowed a bit when it got busy. Wouldn&#39;t mind going back.

Decent lunch buffet for the price. Plenty of options, nothing fancy but solid. Service was okay, not slow but not attentive either. Fine if you&#39;re nearby and need a quick bite.

Service was on point. Food came out fresh and tasty. Solid spot for a quick bite. Nothing fancy but it works. Maybe a bit busy at lunch but whatever. I&#39;d come back.

Food was solid, especially the meat. Cooked right, good flavor. But the music outside was loud enough that we had to raise our voices a bit. Not ideal for a business chat. Prices are on the higher side for what you get, but the quality is there. Fine if you&#39;re in the area and need a quick meal.

The grilled octopus was spot on &mdash; tender, smoky, not rubbery at all. I sat at the counter and watched them plate everything, which was kinda fun. The guy up front spoke English and helped me figure out the menu, super nice. Only thing is the place is tiny, so you might wait a bit. But honestly, worth it for that octopus. 🐙

Came here because of the Fluminense connection, it&#39;s right at the headquarters so the whole place is tricolor. Saw a birthday table with a themed cake, pretty cool. The space itself is impressive, feels big and well put together. Food was fine, nothing crazy, but for the vibe and location I&#39;d go back. Just wish the service was a bit faster.

The terrace view at sunset is really something else. Got a caipirinha and some food, both were solid. Service felt a bit all over the place, but honestly the setting makes up for it. Just sit back and watch the sky change colors. 🌅

The combo with four-cheese and Casa Verde was solid. Thin crust, lots of topping. Wish the slices were a bit bigger though.

The burrata with that homemade crostini was seriously good&mdash;so creamy and fresh. Mushroom risotto was tasty too, though I wish the portion was a bit bigger.

Buffet had a solid mix of salads and meats, price felt fair for what you get. Service was friendly too.

The food was creative and the place has a nice vibe. We were a big group and the staff stayed friendly the whole night. A bit pricey, but I left satisfied.

The chicken croquettes were tasty and the draft beer was ice cold. Prices felt fair for what you got. Pork rinds and farofa needed more salt though.

Great vibe with the live band playing. Brahma on tap hit the spot. Prices are a bit steep but you&#39;re paying for the atmosphere, I guess.

The shrimp soup here is the real deal. Big bowl, loaded with shrimp, and the price was fair for what you got. I left full, which doesn&#39;t happen often. Place was packed, but that&#39;s a good sign. If you&#39;re in Rio and want something authentic without breaking the bank, this is it. Just go early to beat the rush.

Stopped by for lunch near the VLT station, pretty quiet spot. Got the eggplant gratin, tasted like something homemade. Solid choice if you&#39;re around and want a chill break. Nothing fancy but it hit the spot.

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