Costela's Steak House

Old-school steakhouse in Copacabana serving honest barbecue without the tourist markup

While most Copacabana restaurants chase tourists with flashy menus, Costela's keeps it brutally simple: good meat, big portions, fair prices. The place hasn't changed its formula in decades, and locals love it for that. Formica tables, buzzing AC, no-nonsense waiters — it's the anti-Instagram steakhouse. The namesake ribs are the star, served generous and properly cooked. You'll find a mix of neighborhood regulars who've been coming for years and savvy travelers who did their homework. The atmosphere won't win design awards, but when your plate arrives piled high with perfectly grilled meat, you'll understand why this place has survived the neighborhood's tourist evolution.