Outro Calaf

Top choice in Brasília


The city's top dance floor is everybody's favorite; the excellent live samba, pagode (popular samba), sertanejo and choro keep things pumping. Owner Venceslau Calaf has long been a driving force in the live music scene, and Tuesday night samba is a favorite. Entry varies but is usually half price or free before 11pm.

There's also a Spanish-influenced restaurant turning out paella and tortillas, as well as feijoada on the weekends.


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