The French have had a long-lasting love affair with Rio since the discovery days (see history). The warmth of the people, the climate, the welcoming beaches... French Chefs in Brazil soon learn to add tropical ingredients to their elaborate recipes, and many times come up with masterpieces. Don't expect hearty portions, but delicate morsels that will make you look forward to the next dish.

Olympe is one of the most tradtional ones, and a great choice if money is not an issue. In Ipanema fashionable Olivier Cozan has a fixed price menu for lunch that will be easier on your budget (you can still order a la carte). And then there are the sinful desserts at Les Traiteurs de France, the postcard view from Le Saint Honoré... We picked out the best options for you and arranged them neatly on this pocket list below.

A visit to Escola do Pão in Lagoa will leave you with fond memories. Delicious breads, dishes with creative ingredients, and a cozy setting in what was once the home of Brazilian writer Jose Lins do Rego.

Olivier Cozan	Ipanema	Rua Vinicius de Morais, 130	2247-5351
La Mole	Ipanema	Rua Joana Angelica, 159	2513-3380
Azulino	Leblon	Av. Delfim Moreira, 630	2172-1000
Escola do Pao	Lagoa	Rua General Garzon, 10	2294-0027
Le Pre-Catelan	Copa	Av. Atlantica, 4020	2525-1160
Traiteurs de France	Copa	Av. Copacabana, 386	2548-6440
Careme Bistro	Botafogo	Rua Visconde de Caravelas,113	2537-2274
Boteco 66	J. Botanico	Rua Alexandre Ferreira, 66	2266-0838
Olympe	J. Botanico	Rua Custodio Serrao, 62	2537-8582
Cafe Laguiole	Centro	Rua Sete de Setembro, 63	2509-2636
Brasserie Rosario	Centro	Rua do Rosario, 34	25183033
Le Champs Elysees	Centro	Av. Presidente Antonio Carlos, 58	2220-3051