On August 5, the Olympic flame arrives in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to kick off the 2016 Summer Olympics, a.k.a. the Games of the XXXI Olympiad. Having hosted the Olympics, Montrealers have a special place in their hearts for the Games. In fact, we are celebrating the 40th anniversary of the 1976 Summer Olympic Games in Montréal this year.
To get you into the spirit of the Olympics, here are some great places around town to get a taste of Brazil.
Rodízio Brasil (160 Notre-Dame Street East)
Located in the heart of Old Montréal, Rodizio Brasil specializes in churrasco (grilled meats or “Brazilian barbecue”). The house specialty is “rodizio”, which is an all-you-can-eat meal service. This menu features 10 different types of meats cooked over fire, served table side and sliced right onto your plate. Don’t forget about the accompanying all-you-can-eat salad bar or the delectable à la carte menu, which includes fish, seafood and chicken. Hang out by the “Boteco” bar for Brazilian-inspired cocktails and live entertainment.
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Anga Cuisine Inspirée (3425A Saint-Denis Street)
The word “Angá” comes from the Tupi-Guarani language (the language of the First Nations in Brazil) and is used to express a pleasant surprise, a feeling of joy, and satisfaction, and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. Their menu and ambiance offers an international dining experience with a uniquely Brazilian twist. Dishes like Brazilian “moqueca”, shrimp “bo bo”, and “feijoada” await.
Acajou Br (5121 Saint-Laurent Boulevard)
Acajou Br offers an authentic taste of Brazil in the Mile End neighbourhood. Enjoy the jovial atmosphere and casual dining, and discover Acajou’s signature “Ximxim”, a chicken and shrimp stew, along with a long list of Brazilian soul food dishes.
Le Milsa (Multiple locations)
This local Brazilian chain offers the churrasco experience as well. Exemplifying this time-honored tradition, Le Milsa offers 10 different kinds of meats expertly grilled over charcoal fire and served by churrasqueiros in the spirit and warmth of Brazil. A dining experience at Le Milsa isn’t complete without a show. Visit on weekends and enjoy the live music and samba dancers. Audience participation is not optional – it’s mandatory.
If you want to quench your thirst with something that says “Brazil” during the Olympics, check out these awesome cocktails from some of Montréal’s finest Brazilian cocktail bars.
Mal Nécessaire (1106B Saint-Laurent Boulevard)
DIRTY SOUTH
Cachaça leblon, coconut water, lemon and Orgeat syrup.
ULTIMA PALABRA
Cachaça leblon, maraschino, lime, chartreuse, and Bowmore.
Mayfair (451 Rachel Street East)
TEATIME
Cachaça Leblon, raspberry syrup, Kusmi Indian Assam tea, rhubarb bitters.
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Bar le LAB (1351 Rachel Street East)
MEURTRE À RIO
Cachaça Leblon, homemade orange syrup, lime, and Peychaud’s bitters.
Bar Palco (4019 Wellington Street)
CAIPHIRINA À LA MANGUE
Cachaça, lime, sugar, and mango juice.
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