Dining Options Near the Graduation Venue
Rio de Janeiro offers a diverse array of dining experiences, whether you're overlooking the ocean or nestled within its lively neighborhoods. Indulge in a gourmet meal at one of our handpicked restaurants, conveniently situated near the Graduation venue.
Restaurants
Assador
Av. Infante Dom Henrique, s/n - Flamengo
Brazilian barbecue
Barbecue emerged in the south of the country 300 years ago.
The ASSADOR was the one who prepared the meat, who understood the cuts, knew the materials, the knives, the grills and even the best ground to stick the wooden skewers and start grilling. Barbecue back then was made anywhere, only by experts, who passed on their knowledge to their children and grandchildren.
In the spacious glass-enclosed dining room or the outdoor area, the view of Guanabara Bay with the Sugarloaf Mountain in the background competes for attention alongside around twenty types of grilled meats. These are served via a rodízio system at the tables.
Standout skewers include items such as shoulder steak (the central part of the beef shoulder, as tender as filet mignon), tomahawk (a prime cut of rib served on the bone), lamb chop, crispy roasted piglet, all accompanied by fried rice, egg farofa, bloomed onions, fried polenta, and more than ten types of salads.
Seafood and vegan options are also offered.
Bota
Marina da Gloria - Av. Infante Dom Henrique, s/n - Glória
Italian cuisine
Bota, the destination that combines the rich tradition of Mediterranean Italian cuisine with the charm of Brazilian seasonal products. Set in a stunning location at Marina da Glória, this culinary treasure awaits to captivate your senses and take you on a unique and passionate experience.
Here, the principles of cooking come to life in each dish, and the magic begins with the careful selection of ingredients from family farms, where authentic flavors blend with the seasonality of nature.
In his first restaurant as a partner, chef Joca Mesquita of Aguce Gastronomia consultancy points to the Italian coastline with his knives but also leaves room for local ingredients and other seafood preparations. Organic and artisanal foods are the essence of his kitchen, conveying a love for gastronomy in every bite.
Grilled octopus and spicy Calabrian potatoes seasoned with chili paprika, inspired by Spanish cuisine, made for a good start. Another successful dish is the Bota risotto, which features large shrimp, artisanal charcuterie, mushrooms, grilled vegetables, and crispy onions. The wine list is curated by expert Danio Braga.
Seafood and vegan options are also offered.
Corrientes 348 - Marina da Gloria
Marina da Gloria - Av. Infante Dom Henrique, s/n (Restaurant 103) - Glória
Argentinean cuisine
The Argentine-style preparation sets the tone for the house, whose name is inspired by a famous tango by Carlos Gardel. Prepared on the parrilla, the meats follow the traditional Portenho style, starting with the cut that ensures tenderness and juiciness. The restaurant offers premium cuts of meat, carefully selected from the best breeds and farms, prepared with mastery.
The menu reflects the founder Eduardo Santalla’s mission, who in 1997 in São Paulo, decided to faithfully reproduce the flavors of his homeland. The six types of empanadas compete for attention alongside the provoleta parrillera, grilled provolone cheese.
Specialties like ojo del bife, the tenderloin; bife ancho, the ribeye; and lomito light, filet mignon with garlic and grilled pineapple, are complemented by a good variety of potatoes, such as papatasso, crushed and fried with oregano. To finish, the classic dulce de leche, served in a bowl, is a must.
Seafood and vegan options are also offered.
Kitchen
Marina da Gloria - Av. Infante Dom Henrique, s/n (Restaurant 101) - Glória
Asian cuisine
Known as the first sushi chef from Rio de Janeiro, Nao Hara has over thirty years of experience dedicated to Asian cuisine. Located at a restaurant framed by Guanabara Bay, the chef goes beyond, introducing influences from Malaysia and India, for example.
The menu offers an orient-inspired degustation, allowing guests to enjoy a five-course meal with options such as crispy duck, chicken satay, scallop sashimi, sushi bar selection, pad thai, and banoffee for dessert.
To complete the journey, the cocktail list curated by mixologist Fabian Martinez combines Asian and Latin flavors. The Dragon King, for example, is made with chili-infused vodka, mango reduction, guava, and lemon.
Xian
Asian cuisine
Lounge
Enjoy the convenience of the Lounge ambient on working days for your business meetings. On Afternoons, apreciate the sunset. At night, the high-end mixology of the top Bartender Rod Wener.
Restaurant
Designed in amphitheater style, this ambient was idealized to be totally integrated the outstanding nature ahead. Having the kitchen under the command of the chef Daiske Takao, the modern asian flavors makes up with the vibrant scene of the restaurant. Drinks, wine and sake harmonize the experience.
At the top of Bossa Nova Mall, next to Santos Dumont Airport, visitors are greeted with a stunning view and a wide selection of oriental dishes at Marcelo Torres’s sophisticated house, who was named Restaurateur of the Year.
In the section dedicated to dumplings, there are intriguing flavors, such as shredded confit duck leg with spiced apple jam. The chicken satay, marinated in sweet paprika and served with peanut sauce, is also a good choice. For those with a hearty appetite, the spicy curry shrimp features bean sprouts, mushrooms, and pineapple cubes, garnished with jasmine rice. A few months ago, Bar Xian was opened on the ground floor, perfect for a drink or sushi before taking off (or after landing).
