Braseiro da Gávea
7.7Friend Score / 10#8 of 16 Restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
Known forpicanha ao braseiroarroz de brócolisfarofa de ovo com bananabatata frita
The undisputed king of Baixo Gávea since 1962: picanha grilled over charcoal, broccoli rice, egg farofa, and generations of loyal regulars spilling onto Praça Santos Dumont. Loud, unpretentious, and open very late. Caveat: Thursday-to-Sunday nights the whole square becomes a young carioca street party — great fun, zero tranquility.
Key facts
| Hours | Sun–Thu 11:30–01:00 Fri–Sat 11:30–03:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | No metro in Gávea — taxi/app, or buses along Rua Marquês de São Vicente; about 10 min by car from Jardim Botânico |
| Time needed | 1.5-2 hours |
| Best time to go | Weekday lunch or early dinner for a table; Thursday-Sunday nights for the Baixo Gávea scene |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.7/10- Value8.0
- iconic7.5
- Freshness9.2
- Crowd level4.5
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility6.0
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get to Braseiro da Gávea?
- There's no metro in Gávea, so use a taxi or ride app — around 10-20 minutes from Ipanema or Leblon. Buses run along the main Gávea corridors if you're patient.
- How late is Braseiro da Gávea open?
- Until around 1am Sunday-Thursday and about 3am Friday-Saturday, with the kitchen going late. It's a legitimate post-party feed.
- Is it good for families?
- Lunch and early evenings, yes — it's a classic family Sunday-lunch spot. Late weekend nights it becomes a noisy drinking scene, so time your visit accordingly.
- What should I drink there?
- Ice-cold chopp (draft beer) is the tradition, and the caipirinhas are solid. This is a beer-with-meat house, not a wine destination.
- What is Baixo Gávea?
- The nickname for the bar cluster around Praça Santos Dumont, where crowds — heavy on university students from nearby PUC — drink standing in the square on weekend nights. Braseiro is its anchor institution.
- What is Braseiro da Gávea famous for?
- Charcoal-grilled picanha and linguiça with broccoli rice, fries and egg farofa, served since 1962 to what feels like every generation of Gávea. It anchors the Baixo Gávea bar scene.
- Do I need a reservation?
- It's mostly walk-in and turns tables fast. Peak evening waits happen Thursday through Sunday; lunch is much easier.
- Is it expensive?
- Fair mid-range for generous grilled-meat platters meant to share. You'll spend less than at a churrascaria rodízio and arguably eat better picanha.
Nearby in Ask Rio de Janeiro
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- OlympeRestaurant1.11 km · 14 min walk
- Sushi LeblonRestaurant1.16 km · 14 min walk
- JobiBar1.28 km · 16 min walk
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