Best seafood restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
20 restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
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Three places to start in Rio de Janeiro
Three rooms we would send a first-time visitor to — complete profiles, strong ratings, and a clear seafood focus.
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Worth knowing in Rio de Janeiro
A short second list for when the first three are booked, too far, or not the mood.
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Confeitaria Colombo
4.4★ · 39,817
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Terra Brasilis
4.6★ · 15,127
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Bar e Restaurante Urca
4.5★ · 12,690
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Caneco Gelado do Mario
4.6★ · 9,318
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Restaurante Siri da Ilha
4.6★ · 8,723
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Assador
4.6★ · 7,362
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Frutos do Mar Pedro Couve
4.7★ · 5,956
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Toca da Traíra - Barra da Tijuca
4.5★ · 8,178
Dining tipsAbout Rio de JaneiroPlanning seafood in Rio de Janeiro? 20 rated fish restaurants in one shortlist.Read the full guide
Planning seafood in Rio de Janeiro? 20 rated fish restaurants in one shortlist.
Listed venues are spread across 17 areas including R. Gen. Severiano, Av. Reporter Nestor Moreira, Av. Atlântica, R. Dezenove de Fevereiro, so you can search by the part of Rio de Janeiro you are visiting.
Price levels are shown on individual profiles for 18 of these venues, helping you separate casual spots from special-occasion dining.
Venues cluster across R. Gen. Severiano, Av. Reporter Nestor Moreira, Av. Atlântica, R. Dezenove de Fevereiro — filter by area or sort by rating below.
Map of seafood restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
Explore listed fish restaurants across Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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FAQ — Rio de Janeiro
What are the best seafood restaurants in Rio de Janeiro?+
Rio de Janeiro currently lists 20 seafood and fish restaurants on FishRestaurants.com, sorted by rating and review volume where available.
Where can I find fish restaurants near me in Rio de Janeiro?+
Use the map section and restaurant list on this page to compare locations across Rio de Janeiro, then open individual profiles for address and hours.
What are the best grilled fish restaurants in Rio de Janeiro?+
See the grilled fish category block for venues tagged with grilled fish and classic seafood grill styles.
Which seafood restaurants in Rio de Janeiro are good for families?+
Compare ratings, price range, and opening hours on individual restaurant pages to find family-friendly options in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.