CT Boucherie
Leblon, Rio de Janeiro
Restaurant in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Chef
Claude Troisgros
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
CT Boucherie is a sensible Leblon booking when the goal is a polished, social meal with the security of Troisgros behind it. Choose it over tighter tasting formats if the group wants flexibility and a livelier Rio room; cross-shop Chez, Madame Olympe, or Rufino Parrilla if the brief is more specific.
About CT Boucherie
Is CT Boucherie worth booking in Rio de Janeiro? It can be, especially for travelers who want a restaurant associated with chef-owner Claude Troisgros and clear, published opening hours. Given the information about the chef-owner, hours, smart casual dress code, it's advisable to confirm details directly before building a night around CT Boucherie. If you are comparing options, you might also look at San Omakase or Mesa do Lado.
For planning, CT Boucherie is useful because its hours cover both midday and evening windows across the week. Monday through Thursday it is listed from 12–5 PM and 6:30–11 PM; Friday from 12–5 PM and 6:30 PM–12 AM; Saturday from 12 PM–12 AM; and Sunday from 12–11 PM. These hours are a key starting point; confirm directly with the restaurant before going.
Claude Troisgros makes this a clearer bet than an unknown booking
A strong reason to consider CT Boucherie is Claude Troisgros. That gives the restaurant a recognizable chef-owner profile. The decision is less about chasing a particular accolade and more about choosing a Rio de Janeiro restaurant with a known name attached.
Midday and evening meals are both supported by the published hours, so the better choice depends on your schedule. A daytime visit can work when the meal is part of a broader plan in Rio de Janeiro, while dinner is the natural fit when CT Boucherie is the anchor of the evening. The dress code is smart casual, so plan on looking polished without treating it as a formal-dress occasion.
Who should book, who should cross-shop first
Book CT Boucherie if you want a Rio de Janeiro meal connected to Claude Troisgros and prefer a direct planning choice with broad daily hours. It is also a practical option when the group wants a recognizable restaurant name and a smart casual setting.
Cross-shop first if you need a specific format, menu style, price point, or dietary accommodation. Depending on what else you are considering, Madame Olympe, Chez Claude, Rufino Parrilla, San Omakase, Mesa do Lado may also be worth comparing.
For broader planning, use our full Rio de Janeiro restaurants guide, then pair the meal with our full Rio de Janeiro hotels guide, our full Rio de Janeiro bars guide, or our full Rio de Janeiro experiences guide if the evening needs a fuller plan.
Planning details
- Location
- Rua Dias Ferreira, 636 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22431-050, Brazil
- Website
- go.tagme.com.br
- Phone
- +5521968065353
The take
The Take
The Vibe
CT Boucherie sits squarely in Leblon’s energetic dining strip, offering a meat-focused experience that favors provenance over pretense. The boucherie format channels a French butcher-shop tradition while adapting to Rio’s deep beef culture, so the room feels serious about cuts and origins rather than formal table settings. The result is a restaurant that reads as classic and sophisticated without excessive fuss: attentive to breed, region and finishing, and rooted in neighborhood rhythm. Guests encounter a lively, craft-minded atmosphere where the steak — not ceremony — takes center stage.
Best For
This is a destination for evenings when the quality of the cut matters: think date nights, celebratory dinners and business meals where a premium steak is the focal point. Located on a concentrated restaurant corridor in Leblon, CT Boucherie suits guests who appreciate transparency about sourcing and provenance and who want a confident, meat-forward meal. Groups that center the night on shared premium cuts and diners seeking an upscale-casual but refined experience also find it a reliable choice in the neighborhood’s dense dining scene.
Ordering Tips
Ordering here revolves around cuts and provenance. The menu highlights classic offerings — prime rib, bife de chorizo, filet mignon and T-bone — and the boucherie model treats sourcing as the primary creative choice. Ask your server about breed, region and finishing methods, and choose a cut that matches how you like beef to be presented (fat-forward versus lean, bone-in versus boneless). Prioritize the restaurant’s signature steaks and lean on staff guidance about portion and recommended doneness to make the most of the meat-centric program.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy French bistro atmosphere with whitewashed brick walls, small wooden tables, hardwood floors, and rustic wooden cabinets.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- prime rib
- bife de chorizo
- filet mignon
- T-Bone
Planning details
Location
Rua Dias Ferreira, 636 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22431-050, Brazil · Directions
Also consider
Where to look if this is not the right fit
If CT Boucherie is not the right match, book Chez for a clearer modern-French direction or Rufino Parrilla for a more focused meats-and-grills dinner. For a more structured splurge, San Omakase is the sharper alternative.
Restaurant context
How CT Boucherie compares in Rio
Choose CT Boucherie when ease matters. Compared with San Omakase, which is Japanese and $$$$, this is the less rigid choice for a mixed group that does not want an omakase-style commitment. Mesa do Lado also sits in a $$$$ creative lane, so it makes more sense when the night is built around a higher-concept meal.
Madame Olympe is the closer peer for diners looking at Brazilian cooking through French technique. CT Boucherie is the safer call for a relaxed Leblon dinner; Madame Olympe is the better cross-shop when the cooking style itself is the main reason to go. Chez, Modern French at $$$, is the natural alternative for readers who want the French side of the decision to come forward more clearly.
For meat-and-grill diners, Rufino Parrilla at $$$ belongs on the same list. Pick Rufino Parrilla when the brief is direct and grill-focused; pick CT Boucherie when the group wants a broader, chef-backed Leblon meal with easier social energy.
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Compare CT Boucherie
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT Boucherie | Rio de Janeiro | ; | ; | No published awards |
| San Omakase | Rio de Janeiro | Japanese | $$$$ | Michelin Guide Rio de Janeiro & Sao Paulo 20262025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
| Madame Olympe | Rio de Janeiro | Brazilian with French techniques | ; | No published awards |
| Chez Claude | Rio de Janeiro | Modern French | $$$ | Michelin Guide Rio de Janeiro & Sao Paulo 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Mesa do Lado | Rio de Janeiro | Creative | $$$$ | No published awards |
| Rufino Parrilla | Rio de Janeiro | Meats and Grills | $$$ | Michelin Guide Rio de Janeiro & Sao Paulo 20262025 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to CT Boucherie?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formal wear.
Is lunch or dinner better at CT Boucherie?
Both midday and evening visits are supported by the published hours. Monday through Thursday, CT Boucherie is listed from 12–5 PM and 6:30–11 PM; Friday from 12–5 PM and 6:30 PM–12 AM; Saturday from 12 PM–12 AM; and Sunday from 12–11 PM.
How far ahead should I book CT Boucherie?
Specific booking lead times are not available. Because hours and availability can change, check directly with CT Boucherie before making firm plans, especially for evening or weekend meals.
Is CT Boucherie good for a special occasion?
It can be a reasonable choice if your priority is a Rio de Janeiro restaurant connected to chef-owner Claude Troisgros and a smart casual dress code. For a special occasion, confirm current availability, hours, any details that matter to your group before booking.
What are alternatives to CT Boucherie?
Other names to compare include Chez Claude, San Omakase, Madame Olympe, Rufino Parrilla, Mesa do Lado. Compare based on your preferred timing, setting, current availability.
Does CT Boucherie handle dietary restrictions?
Information on dietary and allergy accommodations is not available. If the group includes vegetarian, gluten-free, or allergy-sensitive diners, contact CT Boucherie directly before booking.
