the purlieu of tijuca residents is praça varnhagen, a square where a selection of bars, pubs and restaurants can be found - live music on some nights is also available. regulars go to socialize with friends while eating and drinking. thanks to its close proximity to the infamous marcanã stadium, it has also become a place to wind-down after a attending a soccer match.

amongst the popular venues in the plaza, buxixo chopperia is the one that stands out, with most locals even a dressing the conglomeration of restaurants and bars by the name of buxixo.