RistorArte Margutta Review

A restaurant with such a price tag should definitely be serving masterchef style food or at least present a menu totally out of the ordinary. Nevertheless, Margutta presents a familiar style of food very similar to popular restaurants from Brazil, more especially Rio de Janeiro, such as Degrau, for instance. Servings are very big, quality is definitely there, I cannot say I was unhappy with the food all the times I've been there, what I can say is, for what you pay here you can find very unusual and groundbreaking culinary experiences elsewhere.

Exquisite old world seafood establishment serving top class dishes in classical style. Highly recommended to those appreciating the best ingredients sympathetically prepared with Italian simplicity and finesse. The service by formally dressed staff (how refreshing in otherwise over informal Rio) is tip top. The wine list is not extensive but those wines I had were all expertly selected, including choices by the glass. I started with shrimp prepared in the pan in a classic butter-herb sauce with hints of chilly and rosemary, followed by whole red snapper prepared with peeled tomato, olives and potato, which was just perfect and served at the table of the bone. The crown this feast I took the creme de papaya com cassis and what a glorious end it was. Those who believe a good meal should be concluded by a dessert of fruit combined with booze should not miss this wonderful Brazilian specialty.

Very tasty food. We tried two different risottos with shrimp and those were excellent. The pasta for the children was aldo quite popular. A bit pricy and with some noise from the street.

Probably the best Italian restaurant in Rio de Janeiro. The staff are courteous and service is first class. The menu is a delighted, catering for all tastes. I am particular find of the spagetti neroni which never fails to be first class with ita combination of pasta, prawns, peppers etc. Recently I have tried the catch of the day in a neroni style. Incredibly fresh fish, a wonderful option.

Fancy restaurant, the food is good but don't expect to eat a lot. It's a regular good Italian restaurant so if you've been to one you're probably not going to be surprised here.

Not for me.

Food is pretty good, with a lot of variety and many seafood dishes. Service is good. Quiet, elegant and formal kind of atmosphere, although they didn't say anything with me wearing a tank top. Not cheap but seems reasonable for a fine dining place.

Tasty but expensive. Had the spaghetti frutti di mare which was full of flavours. Lots of fresh seafood in a very rich tomato and garlic base. cost about 100rs so not cheap. old school Italian style

Nice Italian restaurant with a selection of meat, fish and pasta dishes. Delicious tiramisu too!