le pre catelan is a  french restaurant situated inside the plush sofitel hotel along the copacabana beachfront - the location is perfect and the restaurant has tables in a very privileged position overlooking the beach.

an elegant establishment, decorated with chandeliers made from swarovski crystals and a bar covered in mother of pearl - the kitchen is the largest in rio at 1000 square feet, producing some of the most inventive and eclectic dishes in rio de janeiro.

the chefs creations are considered works of art, with french dishes as well as those inspired by brazil - for diners that want the ultimate dining experience, they can opt for the table du chef, where guests are invited to eat in the kitchen with the chef and enjoy a tasting menu, eating as much as they wish.

on the main menu, duck with white wine sauce and steak with foie gras are popular.  as well as serving main meals the restaurant is also a patisserie serving some delicious fresh pastries.