Bip Bip
Tiny, no-frills bar operating since 1968 where local musicians gather for samba, choro and bossa nova jam sessions that spill onto the sidewalk. There's no stage and no cover charge; you stand on the street and listen.
Address
Rua Almirante Gonçalves, 50
Other Venues in Copacabana
Fosfobox
Underground club in a basement gallery space, popular with a young local crowd for electronic music, indie rock and themed party nights. One of Copacabana's few dedicated dance venues with an alternative edge.
New Mariuzinn
Long-running Copacabana nightclub installed inside a commercial gallery, drawing a mixed crowd for reggaeton, funk carioca and Latin pop. Themed parties run on weekends with reasonably priced drinks.
Pavão Azul
Classic Copacabana boteco that's been a neighborhood institution for decades, known for cold draft beer and fried pastéis. The original spot has expanded to occupy multiple storefronts on the same block.
Boteco Belmonte
Reliable neighborhood bar open from morning until 2 AM, serving a large menu of petiscos, grilled meats and draft chopp. Popular with locals as a casual meeting point before heading out for the night.