Rio Hotel Onlines Review
For traditional Italian food in a cozy little bistro, look no further than Da Brambini. Decorated with family photos of the Brambinis, who hail from northern Italy, the restaurant has the welcoming and friendly atmosphere of an Italian trattoria. To start with, indulge in the couvert -- a tasty antipasto platter with olives, salami, tuna paste, grilled eggplant, and freshly baked breads. Other worthwhile appetizers include the polenta with fresh funghi or with Gorgonzola. The main courses include veal with mushrooms, traditional osso buco (veal shanks stewed in wine), as well as a number of outstanding pasta dishes. Da Brambini certainly doesn't skimp on ingredients; the handmade ravioli with shrimp is just swimming with the little critters, all smothered in a creamy seafood sauce. The linguine with mussels, sururu (a tiny clam), and vongole are equally tasty. An Italian restaurant is bound to have a half-decent wine list, and Da Brambini doesn't disappoint with a good selection of Italian reds, starting at R$36 (US$15) a bottle. The service is unhurried, and the staff is happy to let you linger over your dinner.
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