Arco do Teles

Frommer's Review

Tucked away in an alley just off Praça XV, the Arco do Teles looks like a movie set of old Rio. Perfectly preserved colonial two-stories are set on narrow cobblestone streets lined with restaurants and cafes. Though it's a good place for a quick lunch, prime time is after work hours, especially on Thursday and Friday. Office workers flock here to grab a few cold chopps and catch some music before heading home. Often they forget to go home. As the evening wears on, tables and chairs take over the alley, creating a large impromptu patio -- it's one of the best people-watching spots in town. With over 15 bars and botequins it doesn't matter which one you pick. If you get there after 10pm you'll be lucky to find a seat at all.

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