Guys, look at Free Walker here again presenting the best bars in Barra da Tijuca, because anyway, how can someone go to Rio de Janeiro and not take a break in Barra? Impossible.
As for Barra, it is our Carioca Miami. And of course the night in Barra is also very lively, with lots of great bars and restaurants to enjoy with super delicious drinks.
STARTING WITH A SMALL SELECTION OF THE 7 BEST BARS IN BARRA DA TIJUCA THAT YOU SHOULD KNOW. ARE YOU READY?
1- BAR DO OSWALDO
Bar do Oswaldo is known for offering delicious shakes, with several options for those who like the drink, always very cold. And its fame is so great that even Brazilian personalities often frequent the place. In addition to the very special drinks, the house offers many other options for its customers, such as draft beers and beers, as well as non-alcoholic drinks. The restaurant’s menu includes snacks, sandwiches, broths, pastries, traditional açaí, desserts, executive dishes from Monday to Friday and on Saturdays the delicious feijoada.
Address: Estrada do Joá, 3896. Barra da Tijuca.
2- BANANA JACK
This space is present on nights out in Rio to bring people together. Banana Jack is super fun, with a very varied menu and options for snacks, burgers, dishes for the family and options for healthier guests. Drinks from the most traditional to the house’s famous BANANA CHOPP! Yes, you didn’t read it wrong. In addition to all this, the house’s programming is varied and there are nights where different games are offered. Here fun is guaranteed. The bar also has two units in Barra da Tijuca, one in Shopping Uptown and the other in Shopping Aerotown (both units are close together).
Address: Av. Ayrton Senna, 2541 – LJ 209 – Barra da Tijuca.
3- GUACAMOLE
This is a Mexican with mariachis and tequileiros. The decor of the place is incredible, super characteristic and lively. The menu is WONDERFUL! With typical Mexican dishes with tacos, flautas, nachos, quesadillas, burritos and much more. In addition to tasty drinks to enjoy the themed night in style. If you like themed places, Guacamole is definitely worth checking out. This is one of the coolest bars in Barra da Tijuca.
Address: Avenida Olegário Maciel, 108 – Barra da Tijuca.
4- BREWTECO
At Brewteco what commands is the variety of beer options, as soon as they enter the place a light panel describes the names, type, alcohol content and prices of the drinks. The restaurant’s menu includes snacks, which are very good, as well as broths, dumplings, sandwiches and hamburgers, as well as desserts. For those who don’t like or prefer to drink other drinks, there are other drinks, sparkling wines, wines and traditional caipirinhas.
Address: Av. Marechal Henrique Lott, 120 – Loja 101 – Barra da Tijuca.
5- BAR & CO
This place is an experience of the best cocktails on the beachfront. With rustic decor, the kiosk has swings and hammocks for the spaces, which makes everything very charming and pleasant for customers. We don’t even need to say which stars are at Bar & Co. Some of our recommendations for cooling off are Queen Swizzle Park or Angostura, if you want something more fruity there’s Grasshopper. The restaurant also offers options for those who don’t drink alcohol, such as Apple Iced Tea or Pina Iced Tea, which don’t disappoint. To liven up the space, from Friday to Sunday the atmosphere hosts a DJ who makes it the perfect place to enjoy good drinks and enjoy the sunset at the place, one of the most popular bars in Barra da Tijuca.
Address: QB17, Av. Lúcio Costa – Barra da Tijuca.
6 – Krabi Beach Club
The idea of the house is to offer a fun and pleasant space for visitors. With a varied program on weekends, the place offers electronic music, meditation, brunch and other events. Very cool to meet friends and relax. The Krabi Beach Club offers drinks and an extensive wine and beer list, seeking to harmonize flavors with the dishes offered by the restaurant. This is one of the most refined bars in Barra da Tijuca.
Address: Quiosque 07 – Av. do Pepê – Barra da Tijuca.
In doubt whether you are looking for a bar in Barra or in other neighborhoods? Our guide to nightlife in Rio de Janeiro includes a selection of the best bars in the following neighborhoods, in addition to Barra da Tijuca.
If you’re looking for one of the best nightlife experiences in Rio de Janeiro, Free Walker offers the Lapa Pub Crawl. On this tour we take you to enjoy the hottest bars and nightclubs in the Marvelous City. You can’t miss it!
Be sure to also check out our post with Nightclubs in Rio de Janeiro.
IN THE CONTINUATION WE HAVE OTHER PLACES THAT ARE ALSO VERY NICE AND WORTH IT TO KNOW:
1 – PADOCA
PadocaRio is a bakery that has cold beer. The place is a meeting point for friends for a warm-up, as it has the most affordable prices in the neighborhood. The bakery also offers good snacks to accompany the beer. The place is simple, but with a very relaxed vibe.
Address: Av. das Américas, 10200 – loja 05 – Barra da Tijuca.
2 – Layback Park (formerly Bar 399)
Layback Park is the perfect place for those who enjoy skateboarding, electronic music and a cold drink. It’s a bohemian spot with tables and chairs scattered across the balcony and sidewalk, the room inside has five freezers. The tip is to arrive early, because after 9pm it is difficult to get a seat. Very popular after the beach, the restaurant offers a very varied menu, from snacks to more elaborate dishes, such as Appetizer Filet with Madeira Sauce and Breaded Shrimp with Tartar Sauce. The drinks follow the same style, from more traditional options such as Brahma draft beer or caipirinhas, to non-alcoholic drinks, one of the most famous bars in Recreio dos Bandeirantes (neighboring neighborhood of Barra da Tijuca).
Address: R. Fernando Bujones, 66 – Recreio dos Bandeirantes.
3 – BAR DO ADÃO
Bar do Adão (Adam’s Bar), a famous bar with branches in various parts of the city, is well known for its well-seasoned and tasty pastries, and with promotions on Monday and Tuesday. There are more than 50 flavor options, among the most requested are brie cheese with apricot and shrimp with catupiry. The menu has pasta options and a varied buffet for all tastes. The drinks menu has more traditional options, in addition to wine options. One of our favorite bars in Barra da Tijuca.
Address: Avenida Olegário Maciel, 130 Loja H – Barra da Tijuca.
4 – R21 Bar & Restaurant (former Resenha bar)
RJ21 Bar & Restaurant serves lunch with many options of meat, risotto and pasta, as well as traditional and more elaborate snacks, sandwiches and burgers, salads and desserts. The venue’s drinks menu includes draft beer, beers and mixed drinks, as well as sparkling wines and non-alcoholic options.
Address: Avenida Olegário Maciel, 130 Loja C – Barra de Tijuca.
5 – PRATICITÀ
Praticità is one of the most interesting places to visit without a doubt, can you imagine why? A mix of a butcher shop and a bar, where customers can buy pieces of meat and roast them in the same place, as there is a barbecue right at the entrance to the house. The bad news is that there are no vegetarian options other than garlic bread and curd cheese, but let’s face it, it’s not that bad. What is the best accompaniment to a beautiful barbecue? A very cold beer! In this case, the house does not have waiters for drinks, you must choose your drink and pay before consuming. For samba lovers, the house has a live samba circle.
Address: Avenida Olegário Maciel, 120 – Barra de Tijuca.
6 – SEU BAR
Seu Bar is a spot for those who enjoy a cold beer and good food. The place is very cool and has a very lively vibe. Our tip is to try the cashew and Persian lime caipiroscas. The dishes are generally very tasty and the picanha portion is highly praised, the prices are not that low, but customers really enjoy the place. This is one of the bars in Barra da Tijuca that is worth visiting.
Address: Avenida Olegário Maciel, 175 – Barra da Tijuca.
7 – PADANO SERTANEJO E BAR
Padano is a bar dedicated to country music. With characteristic decoration, wooden walls covered with horseshoes, horns and riding accessories, saloon-style doors, with oak barrels, everything so rustic that it reminds us of old ranches. And what is the dominant rhythm? Of course, country music is what prevails and attracts lovers of the musical style. The house promotes live country music performances from Wednesday to Sunday. The drinks offered on site are beers such as Heineken and special labels, in addition to drinks such as the Aperol spritz. As for lining your stomach, the most popular options are a suckling pig sandwich with crackling farofa and cheese or a portion of fish gorget with wassabi mayonnaise, as well as many other delicious options.
Address: Avenida Érico Verissimo 821. Barra da Tijuca.
8 – BAR DO CÍCERO
This bar is in a very interesting location, on a small island. So going there counts as an interesting experience. The place is rustic and has contact with nature. With a varied menu, it offers seafood snacks such as cod fritters and breaded shrimp, pastries, broths and side dishes. As for drinks, from the more traditional options of caipirinhas, beers, stronger drinks and various juices. It’s a good program for the weekend.
Address: Ilha Primeira Itanhangá, Barra da Tijuca.
9 – ESPETTO CARIOCA
Part of a network of bars and restaurants specializing in skewered snacks, Espetto Carioca has a variety of products for customers. The restaurant’s menu offers the house’s signature dishes in traditional, vegetarian, premium, fried and exotic options, as well as accompanying sauces. Boards with several meat options and various kebabs, lunch options, salads and other portions and desserts. The beverage options include draft beer, national beers, premium beers, non-alcoholic drinks, caipirinhas, spirits and other drinks, in addition to wines and sparkling wines.
Address: Avenida Olegário Maciel, 135 – Loja D – Barra da Tijuca.
10 – CERVANTES
Cervantes is a classic well-known among locals and highly recommended to tourists, due to its bar food. And what is the house classic? The ham sandwich with cheese and pineapple on milk bread. With other options on the menu such as the breaded fillet flanked by a French garnish or smoked kassler with potato salad, without a doubt the idea of a side dish calls for a Brahma draft beer, but if you are looking for something more traditional you can also find it.
Address: Avenida das Américas, 5777 ‒ Loja. 112. Barra da Tijuca.
11 – BAR E BOTEQUIM CAMACHA
This bar and tavern has a very pleasant atmosphere and a variety of options on the menu. With meat, fish, pasta, salads, snacks, sandwiches and desserts. With well-served portions and affordable prices, it is a good option for more robust meals. They offer a drinks menu with drinks, beers, spirits, wines and a variety of fruit juices, for all audiences.
Address: Estrada da Barra da Tijuca, 18 Loja A – Barra da Tijuca.
12 – Clássico Beach Club
Want good food, music and culture? Then the Clássico Beach Club is the place to go. Starting with the delicacies on the menu, the options include Spinach Dip, a creamed spinach with a duo of cheeses, served with crispy corn tortillas or the Ceviche Quente de Cavaquinha, a Peruvian recipe for grilled cavaquinhas, with a tiger’s milk base. ‘, false aji amarillo, special seasonings and sweet potato cubes. The place is famous for its burgers such as Du Chef, Roma or Mushroom, as well as Brochettes such as octopus, fish or mignon, served with green grape vinaigrette and bacon farofa. The drinks options are special beers and draft beers from the Therezópolis brand, as well as mixed drinks, champagnes, prossecos, wines and sparkling wines. The house also has a varied weekly musical program with rock shows, surf band, electro jazz and bossa nova lounge.
Address: Avenida Lúcio Costa, 5200 – Em frente ao Golden Green (Posto 7). Barra da Tijuca
13 – HOUSE OF WINE
House of Wine was born from the partners’ passion for food and wine. The menu has more than 250 labels ranging from countries such as Italy, France, Spain, Uruguay, South Africa, Chile, Argentina, Portugal. What sets the house apart is that the owners serve their customers, making the environment even more pleasant and intimate. To accompany the wines, they offer snacks such as cold cuts, grana padano with truffled honey, portions of Portuguese olives made with cognac, foie grãs pâté, among others.
Address: Avenida Armando Lombardi, 350. Barra da Tijuca.
Now you know the best places to enjoy a cold drink, just the way the locals like it! With so many options, you may not even have time to try them all.
We hope you enjoyed this post, and remember, drink in moderation.
