Le Saint Honoré Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Touted as one of the best restaurants in Rio, it has a spectacular view of the Copacabana beach from the third floor of the Le Méridien Hotel. French elegance is evident in the décor, and the food is superb, under the command of chef Pierre Landry, with a very imaginative menu organized by Paul Bocuse that includes treats like magret de canard, coquilles and great pies. You can use the weekly set menu to spend less, but budget for more if you eat a la carte. Live piano music in the evening.