Top Rated Nightlife in Fortaleza

Walk in through the doors of L'ô Restaurante, and you will be greeted by opulence. Beautiful artworks adorn the walls of this restaurant, that surround delicate crystal cutlery and glassware, set atop round tables covered with clean white tablecloths. Ornate chandeliers cover this place in a warm glow. The menu designed by chef Marcos Monteiro keeps up with the upscale ambiance of the restaurant. Devour delicious flavors that are a blend of French recipes and local ingredients. The garden at L'ô Restaurante is a tranquil open space, where guests can savor their fares while cocooned in the cool evening breeze.

Misaki is a contemporary Japanese restaurant in the Jardins Open Mall and is a popular eatery in the neighborhood. The menu changes regularly and has a different set of dishes for lunch and dinner. The fare is creative and is delicious as well. Consisting of fish, seafood and steaks, the tweaked cuisine which includes sushi and sashimi has got quite a fan following. The high ceilings, wooden accents, soft lighting and huge windows along with its Asian decor gives it an elegant and cozy ambiance. Expect good service, great food and drinks in Misaki.

Located in Fortaleza's Varjota neighborhood, this gastropub brings the best from around the country in the form of bar cuisine. For instance, start with the inimitably prepared Polvo Confit (Octopus) and perfectly mixed Caipirinha. Almost any of the petiscos, or appetizers are worth the visit. The bar menu features beers from Brazil as well as from around the world in addition to handcrafted cocktails. Additionally, the bar hosts live music and DJs almost every night of the week.

This beach-side restaurant and bar is a popular spot for locals to enjoy great drinks, happy hour and tasty food in a laidback environment. Boteco Praia is a large place where the menu is primarily seafood though there are meat dishes as well. Delish bar bites are available for those who want to snack on while sipping their beer, vodka or whiskey. The light blue, white and green hues complements its location and gives it a fresh look that is appealing. Live music plays all throughout the week and is a diverse genre of pop, rock, MPB (Música Popular Brasileira) and acoustic.

All along the Praia do Futuro beach, visitors who walk along the shoreline will experience the equivalent of Brazilian bar hopping. Every few hundred feet, you will see a fair share of beach stalls or 'barracas' interspersed and though some are better than others, rest assured Guarderia Brasil is one of the best. The spot is not only a superb place to grab a light bite and a cocktail, but it also integrates sports within its purview. For instance, you can rent some windsailing or surf gear to play with in between sips of beer under the sun.

Located in Dionísio Torres, Kukukaya is quite a rage in the neighborhood. Offering fantastic drinks, snacks and regular lineup of great shows, it is always abuzz with energy, people and awesome music. Step in, soak in the casual atmosphere, dig into some of the best Brazilian bites in the area and dance the night away on the tunes of local musical talent. Needless to say, Kukukaya warrants a fun night no matter what day of the week it is.