Lilia

"Located in the arty neighborhood of Lapa, Lilia is an unpretentious restaurant perched on the upper floor of an old townhouse, where chef Lucio Vieira prepares a delicious, unfussy daily menu of dishes inspired by what he finds at a variety of local farms. Items lean heavily on vegetables, but there are options for carnivores as well, like black Angus chorizo with parsnip, chimichurri, baked garlic paste, and breadcrumbs." - Rafael Tonon, Taylor Barnes

"A unique and different restaurant in which young chef Lucio Vieira demonstrates a new interpretation of hospitality. The unassuming façade, adorned with just a small poster, provides access to a steep staircase that leads guests to the upper floors with their decor of extreme simplicity. The highlight here is the updated traditional cuisine, teeming with strong flavours and always based around ingredients from the market to ensure maximum freshness and affordability." - Michelin Inspector

"And in Rio de Janeiro, chef Lucio Vieira’s Lilia and chef Elia Schramm’s Pici Trattoria, which 'combines classic Italian recipes and Brazilian recipes,' per inspectors, also receive Bib Gourmand status." - Abbe Baker

"And in Rio de Janeiro, chef Lucio Vieira’s Lilia and chef Elia Schramm’s Pici Trattoria, which 'combines classic Italian recipes and Brazilian recipes,' per inspectors, also receive Bib Gourmand status." - Abbe Baker

"In the gritty bohemian neighborhood of Lapa, Lilia is a hidden gem. The unpretentious restaurant is located on the upper floor of an old townhouse, where chef Lucio Vieira prepares a menu of quality, affordable plates — the small menu changes daily, inspired by whatever Vieira chooses that day from the local farmers markets. Many of the dishes are built around vegetables, but he also serves fresh fish and meat — with a special emphasis on the flavorful cheaper “off” cuts." - Rafael Tonon