Mee Rio de Janeiro

Mee sits on Avenida Atlântica, steps from the sand at Copacabana Beach. It holds a Michelin star.

The restaurant offers Asian, sushi, and seafood menus that feel distinct from the neighborhood’s typical rotisseries and beach bars. While Copacabana is often marked by frantic, sand-strewn crowds, the room runs smart and remains detached from the street-level chaos. It is a better choice than the open-air kiosks nearby for those who prefer precision over the usual coastal informality. The formal service and disciplined sushi preparation offer a sharp contrast to the surrounding sprawl, proving that the best way to experience this stretch of coast is often from behind a closed door.