The lamb-stuffed pasta was the highlight for sure, but that sauce needed a bit more punch. Fish crudo and duck were solid too. Bill came out a little steep, though the Basque gorgonzola tart made up for it.

Lovely spot but service is really slow. Pizza was good though, just be ready to wait a while for everything.

Decent spot inside the mall. Pasta was well executed, not overpriced for the setting. Service did its job without any fuss. I&rsquo;d come back if I&rsquo;m already shopping here, but wouldn&rsquo;t make a special trip. Solid option, nothing more.

The place has a really nice vibe, right by the lake in Ipanema. Decor is simple but fits the setting well. Food was tasty, ingredients felt fresh. Drinks were well made too. Only thing is the staff barely spoke English, so ordering took a bit of effort. But the view made up for it.

The shrimp bobo was the move &mdash; solid flavor. Caipirinha came out properly strong too, which is always a good sign. Staff left us alone long enough to enjoy the drinks.

Been coming here for a while now, and the pork bao still gets me every time. Miso soup&#39;s solid too. Service can drag a bit if they&#39;re busy, but the food stays consistent, which is why I keep going back. Good spot for sushi in the neighborhood.

Raw kibbeh was spot on. Beer ice cold. Thursday deal gets you double the portion, worth it. Place is nothing fancy but does the job for a quick bite.

The pizza was solid and the pasta too. We sat outside, easy walk from the hotel. Service was quick enough, even with the kids. Been here a few times now, still hits the spot.

All-you-can-eat for R$85 is a solid deal. Meat selection wasn&#39;t huge but what they had was good. Shrimp risotto was on point. Service was fast, the guy carving the meat didn&#39;t let the table sit empty.

The margherita here is legit. Dough&rsquo;s light, puffy at the edges, just the right amount of char. Toppings taste fresh, not overloaded. Had the baked burrata first, that was solid too. Pizza came out hot, crust held up. One of the better Neapolitan spots I&rsquo;ve tried in Rio.

The mixed platter with grilled meats was the highlight for me. Per-kilo system is smart, lets you sample a bit of everything. Gets crowded right at noon though, so come early if you want a quieter table.

The grilled octopus was spot on, tender and smoky. Eduardo cracked us up the whole time, even switched to Spanish with us. Food hit the mark.

The pizza here is solid, no doubt. Tried a few of their creative flavors and they really know what they&#39;re doing with the dough. Just make sure you eat it right there, cause it doesn&#39;t travel well at all. Gets soggy fast. I live nearby so I stop in pretty often, it&#39;s my go-to when I don&#39;t feel like cooking.

Food was solid, no complaints there. Staff actually paid attention, and a couple of them spoke English, so ordering was straightforward. Not the kind of place you get lost in translation. I&#39;d come back if I&#39;m in the area again. Service made the difference, honestly.

Washington took care of us the whole night. Super attentive but not hovering, you know? He knew exactly when to come by. Suggested a couple dishes that were spot on. Made the whole thing way easier since we had no clue what to order. Solid service honestly.

The Japanese rod&iacute;zio had a good variety, and the plates looked really nice. Food matched the presentation, which was a pleasant surprise. Just wish the seating area was a bit more comfortable for a long meal.

Came here on a Tuesday night, place was packed but we got a table fast. Food&#39;s solid, nothing fancy, just honest cooking. Had the grilled fish and it was fresh, came with rice and beans like it should. Service was quick even with the crowd. Only thing is the tables are close together, you kinda hear everyone&#39;s conversation. But for the price, you can&#39;t complain. I&#39;ll be back when I want a decent meal without the fuss.

The brownie with Nutella sauce was the highlight for me &mdash; warm, rich, not too sweet. I came for the live music and stayed for dessert, honestly. Staff were friendly too, though I didn&#39;t try much else on the menu. Would go back just for that brownie, maybe with a coffee next time.

Stopped by for a quick lunch. Got the shrimp in coconut sauce &mdash; fresh, came out fast. Staff helped me order even though my Portuguese is basically zero. Solid spot if you&#39;re in a hurry and want something decent.

Service was good, even though the place was packed. They kept checking on us, never felt rushed. That little lamp on the table was a nice touch, made it cozy. Not the fastest kitchen, but we weren&#39;t in a hurry anyway. Solid spot for a casual meal.

The frango &agrave; passarinho was the real deal. Crispy, garlicky, juicy inside. Had it with a cold draft beer and that was it. Didn&#39;t care about the TVs or the crowd. Just that chicken. Maybe a bit oily at the end but I&#39;d order it again.

Been coming here for a while now, and honestly the service is what keeps me coming back. Staff remembers you, knows when to check in and when to leave you alone. Food&#39;s solid too, but that consistency in service is rare. Only thing I don&#39;t love is the mall setting, no windows, feels a bit closed in. Still, it&#39;s my go-to spot when I want a reliable meal.

The moqueca here is seriously good. Big portion, rich flavor, and the fish was cooked just right. Price was fair for what you got.

The tiramisu was honestly the best I&#39;ve had in a long time. Seafood pasta was solid too. Place is tiny and cozy, exactly what you want from an Italian spot.

Been here a few times before heading to Maracan&atilde;. The beef rib pie never disappoints. Gets super crowded on game days, but that&#39;s expected. Staff still managed to be helpful.

Been coming here for a while now, mostly for the weekday lunch. Portions are solid and the food&#39;s always consistent. That iced tea with red orange though, that&#39;s the reason I keep ordering it. Nice to have a spot you can count on without thinking too much about it.

Stopped by for a quick bite and honestly the cod fritters are the reason to come. Crispy outside, soft inside, just salty enough. Had one with a cold draft beer and that combo hit the spot. Place gets busy around lunch but it&#39;s worth squeezing in. Nothing fancy, just solid food done right.

Decent spot. I came back a few times while I was in the area. Staff handled a mix-up with my order pretty fast, even though my Portuguese is shaky. Portions are generous, which I appreciated. Food was fine, nothing mind-blowing, but it did the job. Maybe a bit busy around lunch, but that&#39;s on me for the timing.

The rooftop view is fantastic, but service was pretty slow even for simple orders. Food was decent though, I&#39;d come back just for the scenery.

Been coming here for a while now. The vegetarian options are solid and the price is fair. Still one of my go-to spots when I want something healthy.

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