Giuseppe Grill Leblon

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

Unpretentiously Chic in the Heart of Leblon

Giuseppe Grill describes itself with a phrase that holds up: "that idyllic marriage in which expectation and reality meet — excellent cuisine, and at the same time, no frills, an impeccable service along with a cozy informality." That balance is precisely what has made this Brazilian steakhouse one of Rio de Janeiro's most consistently celebrated addresses, earning recognition from Veja Rio, O Globo, Gula, and the New York Times — and, most recently, Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence for 2025.

Fire, Coal, and the Cuts That Define the House

What sets Giuseppe Grill apart from the city's many churrascarias is its commitment to two distinct coal-based techniques: the grill and the BBQ. Both use live coal — something the restaurant notes is rare in Rio — and the results speak for themselves. The house signatures include the Maminha and the Picanha Supra Sumo, a proprietary cut that has become a calling card of the kitchen. These are the preparations that earned Giuseppe Grill the title of Best Meat in the City across multiple publications, repeatedly.

The story doesn't end at the meat counter. A dedicated seafood display in the dining hall holds fish and shellfish delivered daily by local fishermen — Groupers, Red Snappers, Lobsters, and Centollas among them. Guests choose their fish directly from the display before it goes onto the coal grill, making the selection part of the experience itself.

A Wine Cellar Worth the Visit Alone

The wine program is what earned Giuseppe Grill its Wine Spectator recognition, and the depth is genuine: more than 400 labels from 16 countries, spanning both the Old and New Worlds. The cellar has been called the most complete wine list in Rio by multiple publications, and it is designed to work across a wide range of tastes and budgets — not just as a showcase. The rustic, warm atmosphere of the wine house makes choosing a bottle an unhurried pleasure rather than an obligation.

Beyond the Dining Room

Giuseppe Grill can be reserved in full for private events — weddings, corporate gatherings, birthdays — with configurations ranging from intimate imperial tables for 24 to standing cocktail receptions for up to 60. The team also offers an off-site barbecue service, bringing the coal-fired Brazilian steakhouse expertise directly to private homes and events.