Easter is approaching, and many people take advantage of the occasion to gather the family and celebrate with a traditional lunch at home. However, many people also prefer to go out and enjoy a delicious meal away from home. So, if you’re part of the second group, we’ve put together some restaurant recommendations in Rio with special menus to enjoy this Easter week. Check them out!
Escama
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At Escama, a renowned seafood restaurant, the highlight is the comforting Bacalhau Espiritual, topped with béchamel sauce, carrots, onions, and Parmesan.
A delicate take on a Portuguese classic, designed to be shared by two as part of a true family celebration!
📌5 Visconde de Carandaí Street – Jardim Botânico
Nalu by CDesign
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If you’re looking to gather the family by the sea, head to Nalu restaurant, located at the CDesign Hotel.
The Easter Brunch offers a lavish buffet with hot dishes and chocolate-based recipes, plus drinks included. To the delight of the children, the event will feature face painting, an egg hunt, and a visit from the Easter Bunny for unforgettable photos.
📌Avenida Lucio Costa, 17360 – Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Abelardo Restaurant and Bar
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Delicious treats and plenty of fun for kids take over Abelardo Restaurant and Bar, in the vibrant lobby of the Hilton Barra. The buffet includes stations featuring risotto, cod brandade, and roasted salmon, plus drinks included in the package.
To make Easter Sunday even more special, children can fill their own Easter eggs at an interactive station with a pastry chef.
📌Avenida Engenheiro Carlos Carvalho, 1430 – Barra da Tijuca
Skylab
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Created by renowned chef Rubens Gonçalo, Skylab’s contemporary lunch blends meats, pasta, and traditional seafood into an impeccable menu.
If you’re looking for a place to eat on Easter in Rio, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy haute cuisine while taking in one of the most iconic panoramic views of Copacabana Beach!
📌Rio Othon Palace | Avenida Atlântica, 3264 – Copacabana
Tutto Nhoque
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In the spirit of Easter, Tutto Nhoque highlights its Lasagna di Pasqua, which layers its classic spinach-green pasta with a cod-based cream sauce and caramelized onions.
To top it all off, the Torta di Cioccolato with a cascade of chocolate raclette promises a true immersion in flavor and texture.
📌Shopping Nova América | 126 Pastor Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue – Del Castilho
Empório Farinha Pura
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Celebrating freshness and Brazilian spices, Empório Farinha Pura brings hearty, colorful dishes to the table.
You can choose between the rich Bahian-style Fish Moqueca or Shrimp with Catupiry served in a pumpkin bowl, both accompanied by rice and crispy farofa that exude flavor and comfort.
📌Rua Voluntários da Pátria, 446, store 1 – Cobal do Humaitá
Puli Trattoria
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This Easter, Puli Trattoria suggests a comprehensive menu for the holiday celebrations.
The recommendation is to start with a shrimp puff pastry with catupiry cheese, followed by an unusual Gnocchi Fritti bathed in codfish cream, and enjoy, for dessert, a chocolate sphere filled with carrot cake.
📌Rua Marquês de São Vicente, 90 – Gávea
Assador Rio’s
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Located in one of the city’s most picturesque spots, with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain, Assador moves away from classic gaucho meats to honor the fishing tradition.
The star of the show is cod loin confit in olive oil with smashed potatoes, guaranteeing an impressive feast in the relaxing atmosphere of Aterro do Flamengo.
📌Avenida Infante Dom Henrique, s/n – Flamengo
Koral
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With great technical skill, Chef Pedro Coronha has crafted a menu ideal for those looking for a non-traditional place to eat this Easter.
The dishes exude sophistication, ranging from seafood moqueca croquettes with catupiry foam to an elegant grilled tuna steak served with green pepper beurre blanc.
📌Rua Barão da Torre, 446 – Ipanema
Peixoto Sushi
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Bringing a fresh twist to celebrations, Peixoto Sushi focuses on perfect, creative cuts of fish and seafood.
You can indulge in the light “Brisa do Mar,” featuring cavaquinho and baroa mousseline, or dive into the “Supreme” combos featuring scallops, salmon belly, and the fun “Gunkan” with caramelized lychee.
📌49 Rua Dezenove de Fevereiro – Botafogo
Ninetto Trattoria
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Easter celebrations at Ninetto feature an elegant cod lasagna that avoids the heavy excesses of the season.
With leeks forming the base of the sauce and subtle hints of citrus acidity, the fish takes center stage in a balanced and delicate way, pairing beautifully with asparagus and confit cherry tomatoes.
📌Rio Design Barra | Avenida das Américas, 7777 – Barra da Tijuca
Itsáry
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With its welcoming open kitchen, Itsáry serves as a charming retreat in the heart of downtown.
Chef Ignácio Peixoto has crafted a full menu featuring cod croquettes and a beautiful cod confit with pupunha palm hearts, capping off the meal with a rich, crispy Belgian chocolate sphere to pay homage to the old masters.
📌194A Franklin Roosevelt Street – Downtown