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Gula Gula Ipanema


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4 of 5 stars 30 ratings
30 ratings
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#8 of 327 restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
  • Cuisines: Brazilian, Seafood, Grill
  • Price range*: £9-12 ($15-$20)
  • Address: Rua Henrique Dumont, 57, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • Phone:  21-22593084
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5 of 5 stars
Cheltenham, United Kingdom
13 Jun 2009

We ate here after having read a recommendaiton in our guide book. It did not disappoint. The location is great, on a lovely street and set in and outside an old house. Staff very friendly to two English people with limited Brazilian Portuguese. Restaurant ample and particularly liked ability to choose a meat, sauce, potato accompaniment and side dish. Try... more

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4 of 5 stars
Jersey
5 Nov 2008

We spent 3 days in Rio in October and while trying to get over jet lag, on our second night, chose this restaurant from our guide book as it was close to our hotel in Ipanema. We were really pleased we choose Gula, Gula as the food and wine were really good but the surroundings are lovely (and romantic) and... more

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4 of 5 stars
La Vall de Bianya, Spain
6 Oct 2008

I've been twice in Gula Gula and both times the food was very good. This is a place for locals not for tourists. It's not the kind of restaurant for a special dinner, but is ideal for lunch. more

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5 of 5 stars
Hartford, CT
25 Jun 2008

I loved Gula Gula. It represents so well the lifestyle of the cariocas. This is were the locals go for a good salad / light meal. And they have something for everyone, so if you looking for heartier food, they've got it too. You'll definitelly see beautiful people there, probably on their way back or to the beach. The desserts... more

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4 of 5 stars
Brasilia
17 Jun 2008

Gula Gula has different restaurants in Rio, but the best spot is at Henrique Dumont Street. It is in a big house transformed into a nice restaurant. The food is light and delicious and the lemon pie is awesome! more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
22 Jan 2008

Light and hearty foods with great care from the owners. Salads and special juices as well as local foods. Informal but elegant. more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
4 Jan 2008

Good food and reasonable price more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
21 Dec 2007

Delicious brazilian food and style. more

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Gula Gula Ipanema Address

Rua Henrique Dumont, 57, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Tel: 21-22593084
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.