drinks can also be enjoyed with the company of one's friends and the splashing sound of the ocean waves at one of the many kiosks at the esplanade.

botafogo is also rammed full of fine drinking options, most notably in rua voluntários da pátria, where one can find a variety of traditional carioca bars with its tables and chairs set up, ready for the thirsty locals and visitors.

the area of humaitá is home to a conglomeration of bars and restaurants called cobal where one can find a place to pop a squat, relax with a cold drink and talk to some friends - a relax and more locally-known place to enjoy a night out.