one of the most traditional samba strongholds in rio de janeiro, is the cultural landmark of bip bip, where music is always the main course and its chef is owner afredo, who ensures the quality.

many professional and amateur 'sambistas' gather casually to offer one of the oldest and most authentic experiences in rio, by improvising shows in this old 'botequim' - some of the most notable artists who feature in these encounters include beth carvalho, walter alfaiate, and claudio camungelo.

bip bip rua almirante gonçalves, 50, copacabana, tel. 21.2267.9696 - here are the website and map.