What to order at Rubaiyat Rio

Must order
A premium cut from the churrasco grill; on Saturdays, the feijoada with the dessert buffet
Editor tip
Michelin notes the terrace views of the racetrack and Christ the Redeemer; the glass window beside the kitchen shows the churrasco grill working.
CuisineSteakhouse
Price$$$
NeighborhoodJardim Botanico
HoursMon-Tue 12:00-22:00; Wed-Fri 12:00-23:00; Sat 12:00-23:30; Sun 12:00-18:00.
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Taste A premium cut from the churrasco grill; on Saturdays, the feijoada with the dessert buffet with a local in Rio de Janeiro

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Location

Address: Rua Jardim Botanico 971, Jardim Botanico, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22470-051

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