Bracarense
8.6Locals Score / 10#1 of 11 Bars & Nightlife in Rio de Janeiro
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Known forbotecoleblonhistoricbeach crowd
One of Rio's most iconic botecos, Bracarense has been serving the Leblon crowd since 1948 with legendary fried snacks and ice-cold beer. The bolinho de bacalhau here is considered by many locals to be the city's best — crispy outside, creamy inside. Expect a queue on weekend afternoons and a standing-room-only sidewalk scene.
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
8.6/10- Value8.0
- Iconic8.0
- Excellence8.5
- Crowd level9.0
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility8.5
Nearby in Ask Rio de Janeiro
- LeblonNeighborhood0.3 km · 4 min walk
- OlympeRestaurant0.36 km · 4 min walk
- Leblon BeachBeach0.42 km · 5 min walk
- JobiBar0.57 km · 7 min walk
- Sushi LeblonRestaurant0.57 km · 7 min walk
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