Casa Ipanema

Restaurant · Downtown Los Angeles

Casa Ipanema

Restaurant · Downtown Los Angeles

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501 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

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Brazilian and Latin steakhouse with DJ, live fire dancer  

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501 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013 Get directions

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Casa Ipanema - Review - Downtown LA - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"The newest addition to DTLA’s Millennium Biltmore Hotel, Casa Ipanema comes from a Brazilian restaurateur and channels the look of a Rio pool party. The menu bounces between things like truffle fondue, Brazilian-style sushi, shrimp empanadas, and pineapple pork chops. Happy Hour runs from 4-7pm on Wednesday to Sunday, with deals on appetizers and wine. We haven’t been here yet, but want you to know this spot exists." - Cathy Park

https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/reviews/casa-ipanema
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A Rio-Style Hotspot Emerges Downtown From One of LA’s Top Brazilian Restaurateurs | Eater LA

"Opened by restaurateur Henrique Huyer (who previously worked at Fogo de Chão for nine years and opened H&H Brazilian Steakhouse in the former B. S. Taquería space in 2019) with his wife Herica on February 21 inside the historic Millennium Biltmore Hotel, this Rio de Janeiro–style “fusion” spot aims to evoke a Brazilian beach. “We want you to have the feeling that you’re at a pool party in Rio,” says Huyer. “We are not selling food — we are selling a good time.” The vibe is laid-back and cabana-like, with cabana booths, a ring of rattan poolside modular sofas and chairs at the center, soft shades of white and beige, thick jute rope wound around support beams under a palm tree canopy, and Bohemian lamps that mimic a sunset along Copacabana Beach; intimate spaces for couples sit alongside larger tables where groups sip caipirinhas. “It’s inspired by many places that just have a great vibe, like Boteco Belmonte,” says Huyer. Beverage offerings include affordable pours of South American, Californian, and some European wines by the glass, domestic and international beers (including Heineken and Stella Artois), various caipirinhas, and the Ipanema Sunset, a fruity blend of tequila, passionfruit, and grapefruit juice. Entertainment leans into spectacle: a fire dancer performs to Brazilian EDM. “It’s an open aesthetic; it’s inviting, and the drinks are good,” says Kailey Hernández, a customer, and her friend Alex Frutos added, “And the lighting is very good.” Huyer credits the vibe and music for drawing a crowd: “We’re actually getting a big Brazilian crowd, which is something we haven’t seen in the steakhouses,” he says. “We are happy there’s now a gathering place for Brazilians.” “We are one of the only restaurants Downtown that is open late at night,” Huyer adds, and he notes guests can “kick back and chill in a safe space; no one is going to kick you out.” Chef Arturo Flores designs a pan‑Latin menu where starters include truffle fondue paired with light, airy pão de queijo and an avocado crispy rice among the Brazilian‑style sushi items. “In Brazil, we love handrolls with a twist, which is cream cheese,” says Huyer; the restaurant’s temaki comes with tuna, salmon, or shrimp mixed with sushi rice, seaweed, microgreens, spicy aioli, and cream cheese, finished with crispy fried wonton strips and sesame seeds for crunch — currently one of the few places in Los Angeles serving that style of sushi until the arrival of Sushi Samba. Entrees span a juicy picanha and a four‑cheese filet mignon that blends mozzarella, gouda, gorgonzola, and catupiry (served with a choice of mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, or grilled broccolini), plus a grilled branzino with corn tortillas and pico de gallo and shrimp enchiladas that highlight Flores’s Mexican roots." - Bill Esparza

https://la.eater.com/2025/4/7/24403306/casa-ipanema-brazilian-fusion-restaurant-downtown-los-angeles-henrique-huyer
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Kim K

Google
Last Friday we tried out Casa Ipanema in downtown LA. Cute decor and ambiance. Great service. Good food. Great entertainment. Cheese bread - yum Truffle fondue - delish with the cheese bread Kale Caesar - yummy but needed more dressing Picanha - pretty good Casa branzino - flavorful Street corn - very good (added leftover corn to my left over kale salad… bomb!) Copacabana - yum Loved the fire dancer. Nice touch! Found parking lot across the street one block over which is under the park.

Ricky Hayes

Google
My wife and I had a great experience at Casa Impanema. The staff is very welcoming and great with recommendations. They frequently visit your table to check on you with a friendly personality. The atmosphere is fun and lively with the live DJ. The cheese bread they serve is delicious and it pairs so well with the Truffle Fondue. We enjoyed the Mango Chicken, Pistachio Fish and the Tuna Tower. The Mango Chicken was our favorite. The entertainment is fun as well. The fire dancer walks through the entire venue so everyone gets a great show. I'd also recommend the space as a great place to rent out. It would work well for Private Parties. Definitely coming back!

Diana Lee

Google
-Cheese Bread 4☆ Taste and texture were good but they were at room temperature, not warm. -Truffle Fondue 5☆ I like the combination of the cheeses. -Grilled Brussels Sprouts 5☆ -Passion Fruit Salmon 4.5☆ the salmon had a few thorns -Picanha 4 5☆ Almost perfect. I just missed the original charcoal/fire taste. -Shrimp a la casserole 5☆ Flavorful! Most impressed!! -Girl from Ipanema 5☆ Very tasty! Good balance of coconut and fresh strawberries even though I'm not a big fan of coconut flavor (recommendation from the server Gaby). I'd drink again! •Service was very attentive by the server and the manager. •Atmosphere/Decoration is pretty and spacious. Only the music was a little too loud to my liking.

toraju

Google
Food was delicious and beautifully presented. Fresh decor and relaxed atmosphere during their ‘Golden Hour’. Good prices, friendly, helpful and polite staff, and efficient service. Thanks for a great late lunch.

Yorran Lee

Google
Casa Ipanema made me feel like I was back in Brazil! Their cheese bread is pretty good, and the Picanha was juicy and cooked to perfection. However, the reason the dish I loved the most was the shrimp casserole! This reminds me a lot of the Moqueca that I had so many times with my whole family back in Brazil! It had a very nostalgic and authentic taste, so much so that It almost brought a tear to my eyes. The Server Gabi and the Manager Jose they were very kind, polite, and warm! They know how to make customers feel welcome and wanting to come back many times more! The owner of the place was very polite as well, and It seemed like he was a wonderful person loved by his employees! If Jose or Gabi sees this, shout out to them for making my date night with my wife special! We will be back soon!

Vinicius Estevan

Google
Casa Ipanema is a beautiful Brazilian restaurant in Downtown LA with an amazing tropical vibe. The food and cocktails were outstanding, especially the caipirinhas. Service was excellent our server was so kind and attentive, and we’re very grateful for her hospitality. Highly recommend for a fun and stylish night out!

Nareli Beltor

Google
The food, the drinks and dessert are so tasty! The vibes were amazing! They have live dj and the service was awesome! Definitely going back for there fire show!

Veronika Fox

Google
The wait was worth it! So excited this place has finally opened its doors to the public. We had a great time dining in. The team was very attentive, we had a very nice server Bruno that gave us good recommendations. We got bunch of sides and Picanha steak. Everything was delicious. Aside from amazing food and above & beyond service, we enjoyed the ambiance & DJ that’s playing every Friday and Saturday. We loved everything! Keep it up team.

Zq S.

Yelp
good service. Great ambiance. Food is expensive but good. Ordered the fillet mignon, which was quite good. Ordered dissent but forgot because it was not memorable I guess.
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Eric B.

Yelp
From the moment you walk in, you're transported straight to a cool, coastal Brazilian vibe. The aesthetic is gorgeous--lush greenery, warm wood accents, and just the right amount of modern tropical touches. It feels chic yet laid-back, like you're on vacation without leaving the city. We started with their caipirinhas, and wow--these are real caipirinhas! Perfectly balanced, not too sweet, with that bold cachaça kick that makes you feel like you're on Ipanema Beach. Highly recommend trying a couple variations--they really know their craft. Food-wise, everything impressed us, but two dishes stole the show. The tuna tostada is fresh, vibrant, and layered with bright citrus and spice--it's the kind of appetizer you immediately want to order again. For mains, the pistachio-crusted fish was absolutely divine. Beautifully cooked fish with a crunchy, nutty crust, served over a bed of seasonal vegetables and a light sauce that complemented it perfectly. It's elegant but satisfying--a standout dish I'll be back for. Service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. They clearly take pride in making you feel welcome.
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Kassandra S.

Yelp
Beautiful restaurant that just opened up. Perfect for a large two small parties! I made a reservation ahead of time because it is get busy, especially around dinner time. I made a reservation online and it was fast and easy to reserve. I had the option to reserve the fire show, DJ, or I believe may be around the bar. The food was great, a bit pricey for the small portions. They recommend ordering multiple plates to share. The atmosphere was inviting, energetic, and upbeat! We dressed up for dinner, as there are restrictions for no hats or shorts for males It is very dim lighting, however they have small lights at the table
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Dee N.

Yelp
I saw this gem on Tik Tok and IMMEDIATELY booked for our next date night and it did not disappoint. Tucked in the historic Millennium Biltmore Hotel, if you drive too fast you might miss it. Parking: There's limited street parking (it's downtown LA) Parking is also available in the hotel parking garage Ambience: Think Beach Club, Boho Chic. Shades of white, peach, lush palm trees. Vibes! We were seated at a table with wide white sofas with palm trees behind us which made for beautiful photos. They have small tables for an intimate space for couples and larger tables for groups. We came on a Sunday night so we missed the live fire show and LIVE Dj. Customer Service: the host and our waitress were wonderful and accommodating. Our waitress seemed to know the menu really well and helped ensure we made the best choices for us Food: FLAVORFUL!! 10/10 We ordered the Tempura Salmon Taco (only comes in 1), Steak, Whole Branzino with a side of corn and rice. Delicious! The whole Branzino is butterflied and deboned: it's large enough to share between 2 people. **My only disappointment was the portion of rice is ridiculously small for the price and perhaps consider 2 tacos instead 1. It's kind of odd to designate it as "shareable" when it's only 1. Drinks: I got the Moca Colada (virgin pina colada) and my partner got the Passion Fruit Caiprinha. They were both satisfying. All in all, a delightful experience all around. I would highly recommend. We plan to return for the LIVE show. ***PS: please consider removing the "Benefits" surcharge. It's very off putting.
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Monica R.

Yelp
The ambiance is elegant, little tropical, chic. The service is really Nice, professional, friendly. The food, we had a shareable plate, troufles French fries, and was superb. You have cheese bread, pão de queijo as a cortesy. My Pinot Nour was reall good. For the quality and fancy restaurant, we spent a reasable price. We celebrated our marriage anniversary there while we were waiting for a candlelight event. That was a wonderful night. It is perfect for a date night or coktails in the afternoon. You can enjoy wit a jazz night in Biltmore hotel on Thursday. It is a tip.
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Greg T.

Yelp
Casa Ipanema has opened in the street level space under the LA Biltmore, on the corner of 5th and Hope. It is a fusion of Brazilian and Mexican...but don't expect a churascaria style parade of meat scewers! All the dishes we tried are well imagined and crafted. Presentation was only matched by the great mix of flavors. Delicious! The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and helpful. Jose, the manager, seated us in the spacious dining area. Gaby, our server was attentive and service was quick. We were there for a snack and cocktail during their "Golden Hours" (3p-7p Sunday to Wednesday). The dinner menu looked enticing, we're looking forward to our next visit.
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Justin J.

Yelp
New restaurant that opened a couple months back, had it on my list of places to go try, and I had time so away we went! Casa Ipanema is a blend of Brazilian and Latin American culture and vibe. The ambiance of the place had your feeling like you aren't necessarily in Los Angeles anymore. And, in first and Saturday evenings, there is a live DJ playing. So live DJ sets, cocktails and food? Sign me up! Started off with cocktails, per usual, getting the Ipanema Sunset and the passion fruit caipirinha. The sunset was very refreshing, while the caipirinha had fresh passion fruit infused with cachaca rum from Brazil. A little heavy on the lime though, as it really made it a lime forward cocktail taking away from the passion fruit and cachaca. For food, we started with the tuna tostada and the avocado crispy rice. The tostada was very nice, runs tastes fresh, had nice spice elements and the soft avocado contrasted the crunch of the... it didn't feel like a normal tortilla ... something thinner but very sturdy... just a great bite. The avocado crispy rice was also wonderful, nice crispy rice texture on the outside providing a crunch with some rice inside to go with the avocado on top. Another recommended appetizer. Aa for entrees, we got the pineapple pork chop and the four cheese filet. The pork chop had a great presentation, as we eat with our eyes first, but felt a little dry once you bit into it, unfortunately. The filet was great and the four cheeses adding a nice richness and flavor with each bite. Overall, atmosphere and service are great. Food was very nice also, though I would skip the pork chop and try a different entree. Drinks were also nice but expect the caipirinha to be more lime forward if you get that drink. But a great new addition to the LA food scene and a place I'll definitely go back for food, drinks and vibes
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Donna H.

Yelp
Our severe Gaby was very attentive and super kind. The food was pretty tasty especially the Brazilian cheese bread!!!! This place is quite pricey so the $45 per person Dine LA experience was the best option. And everything included in the menu was great. Expect for one thing, for the drinking option they only had alcoholic beverages. I asked if they could substitute my drink for a nonalcoholic beverage since I do not consume alcohol, unfortunately they said no. So I only drank water, which was still great! Can never go wrong with water. However, that glass of wine served stayed full and served at my table. Perhaps they could be a little bit more inclusive of the beverages for nonalcoholic consumers. Other than that, great experience!
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Linda K.

Yelp
I have been waiting for this place to open. I didn't know thsi is connected to the iconic biltmore. Jose was so helpful from the beginning to the end so welcoming and he is a huge part of the team. Wide selection from hand rolls to steaks and more. The choco flan here is far the best I have ever had. The vibes is like giving me chic Tulum vibes. They have a DJ and looking forward to coming back looks like they have events here. Back for the 2nd round. Of you park on the hotel parking validation is available for $15.
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Shelia D.

Yelp
Went to the grand opening. Such a stunning new space. The interior decor is magnificent. Loved the service. Everyone was so hospitable and friendly. The food was great, so were the drinks. I got the pistachio fish which was great and Haik got the steak which also was fantastic. Loved the DJ and the fire show they had
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Mariness D.

Yelp
Besides the fact that the overall vibe is amazingly bohemian chic, the reason why this place deserves a 10/10 is for their impeccable service. My friend and I were having a great time eating, drinking, and chatting away, that we found ourselves to be the only guests there. Yet, not once did we ever feel rushed nor did the service slow down. The manager was welcoming and genuinely attentive from the time we got there to the time we left. We had a little bit of everything from their apps and the truffle fries were ok, but my fave was the bread they serve in the beginning. For parking, you can park at the Biltmore, either valet or self parking. There is still a fee even after validation, but that's downtown LA for you. Overall, I think this place would be great for both a girls night or a date night. I definitely will want to come back on the nights they have the fire dancers.
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Carlo B.

Yelp
Exactly what downtown needed! Amazing good, music, service and entertainment! Bohemian vibe with an upper scale than the west side. Not just that, the food was amazing. The fire dancer makes her way by every table on Saturday nights. Servers are always super sweet and team-oriented. Table next to us we're super cool people. This place is the vibe!
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Amanda R.

Yelp
The food was amazing!!! Everything tasted sooo good! The place is beautiful -- I honestly felt like I was in Brazil And the staff is super friendly, especially Gabi -- she's incredible!! You guys have to check out the best restaurant in DTLA!
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Audrey I.

Yelp
Casa Ipanema really saved our date night after a horrifying first stop at one of the worst restaurant experiences I have ever endured. The entrance was beautiful: warm, colorful and vibrant lighting, greenery, music and interesting art. We were greeted and seated right away. The service was exceptional, all drinks and food came out quickly and we were tended to by multiple restaurant staff. The food was delicious. I really enjoyed the compliment bread basket, it was very unique and delicious. I hope to bring more family and friends here soon.
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Anabel B.

Yelp
Came here for my birthday! The staff were super attentive and welcoming. The place is very trendy, clean and cute. Perfect for a date night. The food is small bites but tasty. We shared the plates amongst our group and got to try a little bit of everything.
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Eduardo V.

Yelp
My girlfriend and I finished watching a show at the LA opera and wanted to get some food. I found this restaurant and it was in a beautiful hotel. There was a DJ there playing music, but it wasn't so loud that we couldn't hear each other talk. We were greeted by the staff and they came around to ask us how we like the food. The food was delicious. I had the steak and my girlfriend had the chicken. She was very excited to eat here and we will come again soon.
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James H.

Yelp
5/5 this place has such a great ambiance and friendly and attentive service. People really need to get the word out because I can tell that they spent a lot of money on the build out (it is a beauuuutiful restaurant) and I haven't yet seen it operate at full capacity which is sad. The food was good and a really welcome addition to the neighborhood. I really want this restaurant to succeed. If you have any doubt about the food I'm pretty sure this is the same operator as H&H which is arguably the most underrated Brazilian bbq restaurant in LA (better taste and value than Fogo). The drinks are also very unique and well made. Pricing is a little expensive but I understand that restaurants are expensive to operate and they put a lot of attention into the restaurant buildout and plating each dish. We have been twice and had the shrimp enchiladas, the shrimp casserole, the mango chicken, and the pineapple pork chops. All were very good. Come in and give this place a try!
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Amy P.

Yelp
I went in yesterday and it was such a great time. I went to celebrate my birthday and I can truly say that the food is really delicious, but the staff is amazing! They made sure that my birthday celebration was great, they were very attentive and just very sweet in general overall. I even took a birthday cake and they even cut it and celebrated and everything. The restaurant is beautiful and the dancers are great. I have no bad things to say and the drinks were also pretty good. The bartenders were so nice as well. The manager called me prior to confirm the appointment and she was so sweet from beginning to end. I highly recommended place for celebrations. I also had a party of nine and they were just on top of everything. Will definitely come back
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anthony b.

Yelp
Dinner is amazing but brunch is really where it's at. Beautiful place friendly staff. We love casa Ipanema and love to just hang out here.
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Justine Ray M.

Yelp
I went here a little after 5 passing by while walking to my hotel and got enticed by the music and Tulum like interior. So I stepped in and was greeted by Jose. Jose was super friendly and told me about the delicious options they have. I was not hungry yet but asked about later and if it was like a club too because there was a DJ and some space to Dance. He said to my joy, we will have a dance with fire at 8 if you come back! I was going to come back for the vibe and food selection and this made me want to come even more! So i came back and enjoyed a seat at the bar and reviewed my food options from their Instagram page that got me influence to order the Branzino $65 served with tortillas, kale, I added in a side of street corn for $11, and chiles toreados for $12. What captured me in the instagram was how good the cucumber salad looked with the tuna $18 which was heavenly and paired well with the guarana antarcite $5. I knew my order and sent it straight to my server Erica who was very helpful in checking out and getting my to go box and receipt after I completed my time. The fire dancer part was so fun it was for like maybe 15 mins for like 2-3 songs. Great show while enjoying my time at this recently opened of one month restaurant! Also at the end they gave me a $15 voucher for when I come back next time! So sweet! Thank you Erica, Jose and bartenders, bussers all staff! I had a great experience by myself. At the end I had a friend that saw me and I went over to their table to see the pan de queso that was something I may have missed by it and too my expectations it was great! I can't wait to come back and eat here again with my other friends too!

Anthony T.

Yelp
The food was pretty good, and the ambiance was enjoyable. The drinks were also nice, though the ingredients tend to clog the straws--probably because they don't muddle them well enough. Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. Our order came out wrong, and instead of apologizing, the staff gave us attitude. There were long waits--about 30 minutes--between courses, and even getting the check took far too long. To top it off, they tried to charge us for an extra drink we didn't order. The hostess (or whoever she was) was also openly rude to the bussers, which was uncomfortable to witness. It's a shame, because the fire dancer was great entertainment. But overall, the experience was disappointing, and I won't be returning.
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Linda B.

Yelp
We came here for my birthday and it had to be One of the best experiences I had from beginning to end! Jose, the manager was amazing! Our waitress Paola was so sweet! The food and drinks was delicious! The restaurant was gorgeous (Tulum vibe) and our fire dancer was incredible! We will be back! Thank you for a lovely night!
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Darren B.

Yelp
It seems like we've been waiting for this place to open for two or three years now, but just found out by chance that they finally opened, so we wanted to give it a try finally. I'm in DTLA all day, so when I get off work, I'm ready to go home, but after waiting so long for this to open, I had to stay and bring a nice change of clothes. The place has a very cool vibe, love the decor and styling of the place, as well as the ambience. The staff were very welcoming, professional and attentive. Everyone in my party loved the food and drinks that we ordered and we all had a great time in DTLA. PS: I still think the signage out front does not fit the style of the restaurant or the Biltmore and they should really change it up so it looks more finished and representative of the classy location inside.
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Edwin A.

Yelp
Horrible slow service. Got drinks after all of our appetizers. Ordered 30 min before drinks finally came. Ambiance is good but service killed the vibe!
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Nicole R.

Yelp
Great space! My name twin, Nicole, was so friendly and accommodating. Isabel was gave fantastic service and the drinks were amazing. Love this place! We will definitely be back for the fire show.
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David S.

Yelp
Just paid 16.00 for a carne asada taco which was nearly cold. Way, way overpriced. I'd avoid if you want your taco filling to be anything more than lukewarm. Will never return.

Tiffany D.

Yelp
Great brunch, food is excellent. JP is the best bartender and server. If you're staying at the Biltmore this is the a must go to. Definitely will be back.
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Cesar V.

Yelp
We finally got to try Casa Ipanema in DTLA, the place is beautiful with a amazing vibe and atmosphere, the food and drinks are amazing delicious, the menu has a great selection of food from Brazil and Mexico the manager and the staff team are very knowledgeable and friendly people, overall we had great hospitality and great dining experience, we definitely going to come back soon and thank you to the chef for all the great food and the dessert the passioned cheesecake was amazing.
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Veronika L.

Yelp
The wait was worth it! So excited this place has finally opened its doors to the public. We had a great time dining in. The team was very attentive, we had a very nice server Bruno that gave us good recommendations. We got bunch of sides and Picanha steak. Everything was delicious. Aside from amazing food and above & beyond service, we enjoyed the ambiance & DJ that's playing every Friday and Saturday. We loved everything! Keep it up team.
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Portia C.

Yelp
Tried this spot for a girls night and we were not disappointed! The food, service, and ambience were awesome. We started with the Girl from Ipanema cocktail which is muddled with fresh strawberry, delish. For dinner we tried the Mango chicken, pistachio crusted fish, shrimp, and sushi hand rolls. The staff was very friendly and attentive. JP and JT were super knowledgeable about Brazilian cuisine and drinks. There was also a live fire dancer! Will definitely be coming back.
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Jordan H.

Yelp
We Love casa ipanema!!! It is a MUST go to if you're in the downtown LA area! The vibes are immaculate, and the drinks and food are 10000/10! Customer service is also top tier! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming! We live across the street and are quickly becoming regulars. The "girl from ipanema" cocktail is my favorite cocktail. I've had many drinks and my goodness the coconut passion fruit just really is so tasty. I told my fiancé this has probably got to be my favorite cocktail I've ever had. I will keep coming back for the drinks, the food, the vibes, and good energy!

Karen R.

Yelp
Carolina the bartender very unprofessional and the reason I would never come back. Sucks be this place has potential.

Ethan C.

Yelp
Food: not good, so disappointing. Definitely not coming back. Drinks: Amazing Service: Alright. Ambiance: Great! I DO NOT RECOMMEND for dinner, only go for drinks Go somewhere else tho to eat. Left the restaurant still hungry. Four Cheese steak it's either it's bland or SALTY Chicken was dry

Violet P.

Yelp
Atmosphere is amazing, the bartender Rinaldo was so attentive and prepared us some amazing drinks. THE FOOD was beyond delicious- my husband had Four Cheese Filet Mignon which he shared a bite, the flavors were on point and the meat melted in your mouth. I had the Casa Branzino (boneless fish) it was perfectly balanced and DELICIOUS. Highly recommended

Jasmine E.

Yelp
We ordered the entree salmon and steak. Both incredibly delicious (even though the steak was raw instead of medium rare). The host and server were authentically kind and took the time to get to know us. A huge plus to the decor and music being loud enough for a vibe but quiet enough to not distract from a conversation. In addition the drinks were perfectly balanced with a good pour. We will be coming back!

Sherece R.

Yelp
Very prompt service! Very welcoming environment. Loved the pincanha and eggs. The steak was well marinated.

Norma M.

Yelp
Amazing food and vibes! I enjoyed the eggs and picahna a lot! Music today was very good and the hours are perfect for an all day brunch!
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Debbie C.

Yelp
Unique and beautifully decorated restaurant, with fusion of Mexican and Brazilian cuisine. Fun vibe with nice, crafted cocktails. We had a wonderful dessert a mix of cake and flan...delish!!! Gabby was wonderful, welcoming and shared lots of info for us as first timers. Looking forward to coming back and trying a few dishes.

Leila C.

Yelp
Ambiance 5/10 Service 2/10 Food 2/10 I was severely disappointed about this place and will tell my friends and promoters to not advertise nor come here. I had made reservations for 8pm for my Fiancés birthday since I saw a video about the dj and fire show and thought it would be something cool to book. Especially since my friend group had some upcoming birthdays so usually one of us will go check the place out to see if it lives to the hype. Since this time it was for my fiances birthday I wanted to insure we had a seat hopefully near where the lady would be doing her fire show so I booked it around 4 weeks ahead. On the reservation it asked if it was for an event and I put the birthday option. Upon arrival there was man at the host stand who was wearing glasses and a brown leather coat who initially ruined the experience. We were on time for our reservation but there was a group in front of us who had a huge party so they were accommodating for them which i understand since it can be difficult to navigate with bigger parties so I don't mind the wait but what upsetting was that once he did find the accommodation for them he never once acknowledged us to even give our name for the reservation which he did look at us and still walked the other way which in the end he went to the group was just making casual conversation. We waited 18 mins to finally be acknowledged which I was checking the time. We were seated but the lady didn't to even know where to seat us. At this point I felt bad for my fiance because this was not what I wanted him to experience on his birthday. The only saving grace was our waiter who was very nice and helpful. The food was mundane which I could get over because we were here for the ambiance and entertainment not the food. The entertainment came out around 9p and which she was really good but only interacted with the big parties not really the smaller parties and our seats were obstructed. Which was disappointing since that was the main reason why we came. There was issue with our check which got corrected but I do not blame the waiter for that since he was doing his best but overall from the initial interaction the long waits to get 2 drinks was not worth the money. Also the fact this happened only couple hours says a lot since I usually could care less about a bad experience to write a bad review.
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Scott P.

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H&H is a very good restaurant so when they emailed saying they were opening Casa Ipanema, I knew we had to try it. We get there early because it's impossible to gauge DTLA traffic, and it was raining. Jose sees us, unlocks the door, and lets us come in and sit until they actually open. The experience only got better from there. The whole space is fantastic. It's a perfect place to meet up with friends and hang out. The staff (Gabby, Jeremy, and everyone else we encountered) were top notch. They have a diverse drink menu and all of them excellent. Food is exceptional. The pork chop and the filet were both cooked perfectly and amazing. We lived in DTLA for a few years so we ate almost everywhere down there and Casa Ipanema is easily top 3, regardless of cuisine type.
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Branden A.

Yelp
Nice lounge area to talk and have drinks. I think it's a great spot but very empty. Drinks are LA prices.

Jeremy T.

Yelp
We're fans of H&H Brazilian Steakhouse and wanted to check out their new restaurant on opening weekend. Atmosphere has a nicely refined midcentury Brazilian aesthetic. A live DJ was playing tonight, but they may get other musical performances. Could either be a good date night spot or going out on the town with friends. Like H&H, the food relies on high quality ingredients prepared well. Don't expect a tour of traditional Brazilian cuisine, nor a highly inventive chef-driven menu, but light Brazilian/tropical twists on crowd-pleasing favorites. We started with drinks and H&H's always excellent cheese bread. A truffle fondue was piping hot and had excellent flavor, although it might have needed some more bread slices than were included to scoop it all up. Our waiter suggested using the cheese bread here too and that was a much better pairing, cheese on cheese! The cucumber salad with raw tuna was well presented, with a solid kick of spice and a nice balance of freshness and umami. Honestly might have been the stand-out dish of the entire meal. If you're familiar with H&H the picanha is of course excellent, here served with a chimichurri style sauce. Only problem is unlike H&H where you can get hot cuts right off the grill, here it has more chance to cool on your plate if you don't eat it right away. All of our hot dishes came at once so we had to prioritize. The shrimp a la casserole was very plump, with a nice balance of the coconut cream sauce and fruity pico de gallo. Menu mentioned spices which are more subtle, it's not a spicy dish like the cucumber salad. Dessert was a passionfruit cheesecake. The tanginess of the passionfruit and cheese serves as a good way to finish, stimulating to the tastebuds with not too much sweetness. They offer validated parking at the Biltmore for $15 but you can also park under Pershing Square for a flat $9 on weekends, just beware there's some construction going on and it's not the nicest area after dark.
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Nothabo N.

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Went about a week or two after opening! Service was really attentive, drinks were delicious and the picanha steak was good! Ordered Mac and cheese and broccolini for the sides and those were just okay. Great for girls night or date night as there is a DJ onset. Overall ambiance and decor is beautiful.
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Arielle G.

Yelp
We loved our visit here! New restaurant at the Biltmore. The picanha, crusted fish, mango chicken, and enchiladas were great. In addition to the brussell sprouts, salmon tostada and truffle fries. Thank you so much to Jose, Elif, John Paul and Erika for an amazing time on Mothers Day. Food was delicious and the ambience was incredible.
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Emilio C.

Yelp
Celebrating my wife's birthday we saw Casa Impanema as we drove up to The Builtmore Hotel. We entered through the Hotel walking through a hallway that seemed to transport us to this new dining experience. As we arrived the restaurant was a wide open area with a romantic vibe. We had a steak Picanha and pineapple pork chop. For desert we had a Passion cheesecake. Everything was delicious! The staff was very nice and helpful. We will definitely be back!
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Kacye M.

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Situated inside of the Biltmore hotel in DTLA. Trendy and cute. Several picture worthy spots in the restaurant as well as the hotel. $35 for valet with restaurant validation. Inside the restaurant was pretty. The staff were friendly and vibes were great. We had a girls dinner. Everything we ordered was delicious. We had the tuna tower, truffle fries, arugula salad, kale salad, picanha, branzino, Mac n cheese, shrimp la casserole, mango chicken. I would go back for the tuna tower and the shrimp casserole. Very tasty. We had a chocolate flan dessert, that was tasty as well. The drinks were delicious as well. Passion fruit caipirinha and a strawberry coconut drink with tequila repo added. I liked the passion fruit drink better. They also have tasty mock tails. Great place for celebrations, date night, friends or just a drink at the bar. Lively entertainment. The only suggestions is to pass the service. They brought us apps and entrees at the same time and the DJ should switch the music up.

Scott T.

Yelp
We celebrated my wife's birthday here and we were happy that we did. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the food. Which was DELICIOUS! And the drinks were equally as good. Our total experience was an A+. Thank you Casa Ipanema, we will be back!
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Piilani R.

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we loved the interior and the vibe. There was a DJ playing. The crowds look like big group celebrating or small groups of 20 something getting ready to go clubbing. Service is great. The food was good. Lots of options for cocktail. And on Saturday night, we also saw dance performance.

Lesley C.

Yelp
This place is amazinggg. My husband and I had a great time and the food was DELICIOUS