Quartinho Bar
Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro
Bar in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Book with PearlWhy go
A compact Botafogo bar pick for first-timers who want a casual, drinks-led Rio night without committing to a club or formal dinner. Quartinho Bar makes the most sense for pairs, dates, or small groups starting in the neighborhood; choose Galeto Sat's Botafogo for food or Fosfobox Bar Club for a later, louder plan.
About Quartinho Bar
Quartinho Bar is a bar in Rio de Janeiro with evening and late-night operating hours from Tuesday through Saturday. It has a casual dress code, is closed on Monday and Sunday, opens at 6 PM on operating days, closes at 1 AM on Tuesday and Wednesday and 2 AM from Thursday through Saturday.
A Rio de Janeiro bar with confirmed evening hours
Use Quartinho Bar as a Rio de Janeiro option when the timing works for an evening or late-night plan. It is open Tue-Wed from 6 PM to 1 AM and Thu-Sat from 6 PM to 2 AM. It is closed on Mon and Sun.
Beyond those basics, keep expectations flexible: no cuisine, menu format, price range, reservation setup, seating count, or service style is listed. The most reliable way to plan is around the hours and casual dress code.
Who should pick it, who should keep looking
Pick Quartinho Bar when you want a casual Rio de Janeiro bar option during its operating window. If you are comparing different kinds of nights, you can also look at Fosfobox Bar Club, Galeto Sat's Botafogo, Palaphita Kitch, Piano Bar, or Restaurante Mee.
First-timers building a wider Rio plan should use this as one stop in the city mix, not the whole evening. Additional research can start with Our full Rio de Janeiro bars guide, then branch into Our full Rio de Janeiro restaurants guide, Our full Rio de Janeiro hotels guide, Our full Rio de Janeiro experiences guide, Our full Rio de Janeiro wineries guide. For more casual bar context, compare other venues generically.
Planning details
- Location
- R. Arnaldo Quintela, 124 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22280-070, Brazil
- Website
- instagram.com/quartinhobar?igshid=1bi3s74dcw02d
- Phone
- +55 21 2179 6447
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Quartinho sits firmly in Botafogo’s neighborhood fabric, operating more like community infrastructure than a tourist stop. The bar occupies a mid-block residential pocket where a loyal local crowd shows up repeatedly, so the room favors familiarity over spectacle. Rather than chasing novelty, Quartinho reads as an approachable, compact place built for regulars: compact seating patterns, an unfussy stance on drinks, and an emphasis on dependable choices. The result is a small, steady-hearted bar that rewards repeat visits and functions as part of the day-to-day social life of its street rather than a one-off destination.
Best For
This is a go-to for people who live or work nearby and for small groups looking for an unpretentious night out. The write-up frames Quartinho as well suited to after-work drinks, casual hangs, and neighborhood group outings where familiarity matters more than novelty. It’s the kind of place you visit repeatedly rather than once, so it works for relaxed midweek evenings and catch-ups with friends. Visitors seeking a local, community-minded atmosphere — rather than tourist-facing spectacle — will find it especially rewarding.
Ordering Tips
Expect a menu shaped by neighborhood expectations: breadth within familiar categories rather than constant reinvention. The profile points toward solid beer programming and classic Brazilian cocktails alongside snackable bar plates, so a safe approach is to order a well-chosen beer or a straightforward cocktail and share small fried or bar-style dishes. The menu rewards repetition, so favor reliable staples over hunting for novelty; that way you get the best sense of why locals return.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed yet vibrant atmosphere with posters and old Brazilian movie records adorning walls, bamboo chairs, and a casual art-student-house vibe that transforms into a dance floor on Thursdays.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Dj Sets and Electronic on Thursdays; Ambient Background Music Other Nights
Signature Pours
- Miss Dynamite, Meu Amor
- Matte Cocktail
Planning details
Location
R. Arnaldo Quintela, 124 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22280-070, Brazil · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Galeto Sat's Botafogo, Notable alternative
- Fosfobox Bar Club, Notable alternative
- Restaurante Mee, Notable alternative
- Piano Bar, Notable alternative
- Palaphita Kitch, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Rio
Choose Quartinho Bar when the priority is a casual Botafogo stop with low planning friction. Galeto Sat's Botafogo is the better fallback if food matters more than the bar itself, while Fosfobox Bar Club is the clearer pick for a late, louder night.
For a more polished experience, Restaurante Mee and Piano Bar sit closer to a dressed-up evening than a neighborhood drink. That makes them stronger for hosting or occasion planning, but less useful if the goal is an easy first stop in Botafogo.
Palaphita Kitch is the stronger cross-shop for a scenic, open-air mood. Quartinho Bar is the more practical choice when location and simplicity beat views, menu ambition, or a full-night commitment.
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Compare Quartinho Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Quartinho Bar | Rio de Janeiro | No published awards |
| Galeto Sat's Botafogo | Rio de Janeiro | No published awards |
| Fosfobox Bar Club | Rio de Janeiro | No published awards |
| Restaurante Mee | Rio de Janeiro | No published awards |
| Piano Bar | Rio de Janeiro | No published awards |
| Palaphita Kitch | Rio de Janeiro | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at Quartinho Bar?
Quartinho Bar has a casual dress code. No details are provided here about the crowd, seating, service style, or group suitability.
What's the best time to go to Quartinho Bar?
Plan around its hours: Quartinho Bar opens at 6 PM on Tuesday through Saturday. It closes at 1 AM on Tuesday and Wednesday, at 2 AM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
Is Quartinho Bar good for a date?
It may fit a casual Rio de Janeiro bar plan if the hours work for you. The key details are its casual dress code and evening-to-late-night schedule.
Is Quartinho Bar open late?
Yes. Quartinho Bar is open until 1 AM on Tuesday and Wednesday and until 2 AM on Thursday, Friday, Saturday. It is closed on Monday and Sunday.
Is the food good at Quartinho Bar?
No cuisine, menu, dish, or price information is available here. If food is the priority, compare Quartinho Bar with alternatives such as Galeto Sat's Botafogo, Palaphita Kitch, Piano Bar, or Restaurante Mee.
