with stunning views of both praia vermelha and sugarloaf mountain, as well as live music often streaming from the corners of this tucked-away gem, there's little not to love about restaurante terra brasilis -  this little hideaway in the middle of everything is sure to win guests over.

 the location alone is unbeatable, being literally immersed in the sea, granting visitors post-card quality views of the bondinho and sugarloaf, two crucial tourist landmarks of rio de janeiro.

the strategically located restaurant offers a casual ambiance that attracts visitors and locals, with an entrance  being through a white staircase overlooking the beach and an indoor almond tree stretching its limbs in the middle of the dining area, as guests who choose to enjoy the kilo-style buffet explore the various spread out delicacies - restaurant visitors who prefer a menu and table service, can sit at the outside terrace and enjoy the natural surroundings on the outdoor patio, reserved especially for them.