3 Best Bars in Fortaleza, The Northeast

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Fortaleza is renowned for its lively nightlife, particularly along Avenida Beira-Mar and Rua dos Tabajaras in the vicinity of Praia de Iracema. The action often includes live forró, the traditional and very popular music and dance of the Northeast.

Arre Égua

This popular restaurant and bar has live local bands playing forró and sertanejo almost every night of the week. It serves a well-priced buffet of northeastern classics.
Rua Delmiro Gouveia 420, Fortaleza, 60175-090, Brazil
085-3267–2325
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R$20

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Boteco Praia

In a light blue mansion overlooking Iracema Beach, this lively boteco bar is a great spot for an afternoon beer. The choppe (Brazilian draft beer) is always extra cold and the waiters bring deep-fried snacks directly to your table.
Av. Beira Mar 1680, Fortaleza, 60060-610, Brazil
085-3248–4773

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Pirata Bar

This pirate-inspired bar is packed every Monday night with what they describe as the "happiest party in South America." Excellent live bands play sertenejo and forró as the crowd takes to the dance floor. Drinks and snacks are available.
Rua dos Tabajaras 325, Fortaleza, 60060-510, Brazil
085-4011–6161
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R$50

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