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People come here to listen quietly to good jazz and bossa nova in an intimate environment—there's even a CD store upstairs with more than 3,000 discs. Local musicians jam from 10 pm. The club gets crowded on weekends, when it's best to reserve a table.
More than 500 types of the rum-like liquor cachaça—the main ingredient in caipirinhas, Brazil's national cocktail—line a huge wall at this traditional Brazilian botequim. These casual bars generally specialize in cold bottled beer, snack foods, and caipirinhas.
With a name right out of New Orleans, it's no wonder that Bourbon Street is where the best jazz and blues bands, Brazilian and international, play. Most performances start at midnight, but Sunday shows tend to start earlier. Cover fees start at R$45.
The bar offers a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for a lively night out with friends. The snacks, such as the feijoada balls, are tasty and well-prepared, while drinks like a good caipirinha enhance the experience. Live music, ranging from samba to MPB, adds a vibrant and festive touch.
