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Espirito Santa


4.0 of 5 stars 13 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Brazilian
  • Rua Almirante Alexandrino 264 | Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • (21) 2508 7095

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3 of 5 stars
fort lauderdale, Fl
3 Dec 2009

This is a new restaurant in the hills of Santa Theresa. It seems to be recommended in a few places. -We were disappointed. First =The type on the menu was so small and the place so dimly lit that we could not see the menu. The view touted in some places was nothing to write home about. My partner ordered... more

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5 of 5 stars
San Francisco, California USA
4 Nov 2009

This is one special restaurant located in the heart of Santa Teresa. Sit outside if you can - it offers a wonderful cliff-side view of this charming part of town. The food is very good, the service is excellent and the atmosphere was wonderful. It is romantic and charming. They offer an interesting menu full of local unusual flavors and... more

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2 of 5 stars
CHAPEL HILL
19 Jul 2009

The waiters were uninterested in servicing the patrons, they would come and go while trying to order drinks or food. When we asked about the ingredients of the meals, they would offer the written description only. Truly overpriced, quality of food not up to the reviews. I was in a group of four, the food arrived at different times and... more

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4 of 5 stars
brazil
21 Jun 2009

This is a wonderful restaurant with a lot of local charm located the Santa Teresa district. Savor many traditional Brazilian dishes with a creative updated flair. The décor is charming, rustic and representative of the artisan neighborhood. Go early and except to wait but it is worth it. We plan on returning. more

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5 of 5 stars
Austin, TX
13 May 2009

Enjoy this delightful restaurant in the wonderful Santa Teresa neighborhood of Rio. Wonderful dishes with an emphasis on local food in a fine dining experience. more

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4 of 5 stars
London
10 May 2009

This is a fantastically unpretentious restaurant halfway up the hill into Santa to go with a partner or friends and try some local delicacies amid great settings, surrounded by houses on either side of the valley. Nevermind the bonkers lady who comes round selling her knecklaces or the guy flogging his poetry, it's the passion fruit chicken with rice you... more

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5 of 5 stars
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1 Dec 2008

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5 of 5 stars
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20 Aug 2008

great vibe. food from the amazon more

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Espirito Santa Address

Rua Almirante Alexandrino 264 | Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Tel: (21) 2508 7095
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.