in 2010, o globo gave otto the award for the best restaurant in the northern zone district of tijuca - this german style restaurant opened in 2004 and is known for putting on some of the best live music in the neighborhood with a varied program of musical events.

there are three main parts, including the main dining area divided into two rooms and an upstairs baclony with a bar - the place is large enough for big groups of family and friends.

a number of establishments also run fairs, and outdoor markets, which fuse music with food, such as jazz, art and gastronomy which takes place in lapa on the third saturday of each month.

for an extended listing of all the places one can go to enjoy live music with a meal or a drink, visit our section of live music in the nightlife chapter.