The Brazilian style rodizios in Rio de Janeiro serve barbecue on an all-you-can-eat basis. Skilled professionals will serve you tender cuts of beef, sausage, fish and chicken barbecued to precision. The price ranges from $12 to $30 and includes a multitude of side dishes. Some rodizios have a self-serve salad bar, while others will give you a menu of options from rice, farofa, French fries, buffalo mozzarella, brown and black beans, lettuce and tomatoes. Just remember that drinks are not included in the fixed price and waiters often insist on serving a fruit cocktail or schnapps.
Two of the more traditional rodizios are Marius in Leme and Porcao in Ipanema. Esplanada Grill features an outstanding steak a la carte in a small, cozy and sophisticated atmosphere. For a livelier atmosphere and great food try Plataforma in Leblon.