Best bars in Botafogo
Botafogo is one of Rio de Janeiro's top neighborhoods for bars. The Pico community has curated 30 spots for this combo — each with real reviews, photos, and a Pico Score, our quality indicator that blends Google ratings, community reviews, photos, and engagement. Average Pico Score across this list: 24. Highlights include Gurumê Rio Sul: Restaurante Japonês Contemporâneo, Caju Gastrobar Botafogo and Fogo de Chão — three of the highest-rated addresses in the area.
Why bars in Botafogo?
Botafogo is one of Rio de Janeiro's most active dining zones, with a wide mix of crowds and price points. The bars scene in the area ranges from casual neighborhood spots to destinations worth planning a night around, and most places sit within a short walk of each other — which makes it easy to stack a visit with drinks or a second stop. 4 of the places in this list accept reservations, which helps on weekends and special occasions. All picks below are sorted by Pico Score, so the top results reflect what the community currently considers the best bar in Botafogo.
