We celebrated our first wedding anniversary at Alma Gaucha last night and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. From the moment we sat down, we felt special--our table was beautifully prepared with two lovely red roses in a small glass, which was such a thoughtful and romantic touch. The food was fantastic from start to finish, but what really made the evening stand out was the exceptional service. The waiters were incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely invested in making sure we had a great time. To top it all off, they surprised us with a complimentary dessert and glasses of champagne to toast to our milestone. If you are looking for outstanding food, a welcoming atmosphere, and a staff that truly goes above and beyond to celebrate their guests, I cannot recommend Alma Gaucha enough! read more

Alma Gaucha - Complimentary dessert and glasses of champagne - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Saying the staff here is friendly is an understatement. Jordan, Eddy, and the rest of the team made the night so special-they insisted on bringing us their magic show dessert even though we were completely stuffed! Such an awesome & friendly group. If you haven't done ayce Brazilian steakhouses, you need to get on it.. pro tip: come hungry. The salad bar is open, the side dishes keep coming, and every few minutes the servers stop by with a different cut of meat that they carve tableside for you. My favorites were the lamb and the garlic beef. There are so many different cuts and marinades, and you really need to try them all. You also get a double-sided card: green means "keep the meat coming," and red means "I need a minute before I keep eating." They also have a wine list and cocktails. I got the lychee martini, and it's probably one of the best I've had in seaport. Very much enjoyed the experience! read more

They offer a fresh and delicious food. The meats just kept coming, before we could finish one serving, another arrived. It was awesome! The staff was attentive, and service was quick. The manager checked on us several times to make sure everything was okay. I found it a little excessive, my coworkers loved the attention. It was quiet and empty, maybe because we visited during lunch. I'd love to come back on a Sunday to experience it. My biggest disappointment was the restaurant's did not allow me to take home leftover food. I had a piece of salmon and some pineapple left on my plate and was told I couldn't take it home. That was beyond frustrating. They remove the charge from my bill, I would have liked to keep the food rather than receive the discount. It felt wasteful to throw away perfectly good food, especially when food waste is such a serious issue. It was literally half a piece of salmon. I don't understand the logic of losing money on the meal and throwing food that could have been enjoyed later. That left a negative impression on an otherwise excellent dining experience. Overall, the food and service were outstanding, but the no-takeout policy for leftovers is something I hope they reconsider this crazy thoughts read more

A good Brazilian place with Rodizio that will make you gain many pounds. Went there for a bday celebration and they gave the bday girl a free wonderful dessert!! read more

Alma Gaucha - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

My friend and I stopped by for restaurant week and I am so glad we did. Absolutely phenomenal service. Everyone was incredibly attentative throughout our evening dining. The servers go as far as pulling out your chair for you (gasp). We were explained the ordering process and got started with cheese bread and yucca rolls , which were delicious. I got the Brazilian lemonade (free refills on that too, whhattt!). I will never pass on a Brazilian lemonade haha, it was so tasty and refreshing. The salad bar was FRESH. Everything was up to bar and quality was not compromised for quantity. Each cut of meat that was served was delicious. I have been to manyy Brazilian BBQ spots and have not always found that the meats taste this good. Even usually things I don't care for, like the bacon wrapped chicken for example, blew me out of the park. Dessert was delicious but by that point I only had a few bites left in me haha. Ambiance is beautiful, great spot to celebrate a special evening or just enjoy some good eats casually. Would recommend as a good date spot or birthday. Wonderful experience, so happy to have found this gem read more

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Great food!! Everything was so flavorful and not dry. The dish that surprised me the most was the shrimp and pumpkin soup, which was delicious!!! The drinks are so strong, and I don't drink. My only gripe is the wait time, even with a reservation, and at certain times there isn't a large selection of meat available. Otherwise, best Brazilian steakhouse in Boston!!! read more

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Let me start off by saying that this was my favorite Brazilian Rodizio that I've been to many times since they've been open. It has been consistent for the most part in terms of their food selection, but this time they did not offer Fraldinha or Alcatra anymore on their Dine Out Boston menu. Their cold/hot food bar is better than Fogo's selection by far. It seemed there were more limited meats that came by especially since we were seated close to the entrance of the restaurant despite my card being green the whole time. I would expect everything on the limited menu to show up at least once and the wait time for specific cuts of meat took way too long even with requesting a cut from the staff. Somehow the cheese with honey never shows up either. I went during weekday lunch and the restaurant was semi-busy in the front half of the place up until the end of my visit in which there were only a few tables left and I still didn't get any additional Picanha. They came around with the cheaper alternatives more often. The meats I was served were seasoned well, but the variation in temperature for cuts I got were somewhat off putting despite requesting medium rare each time. There were some perfect temps to start off, but half the time they cut me thin slices of well done meat. That was my table's experience this time around unfortunately. I'd come back again since I've had many better experiences here over the years and I hope this was a fluke and not the fact that it has gone downhill. read more

Alma Gaucha - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

My fourth Dine Out Boston 2026 Winter visit: Alma Gaucha, the Brazilian rodizio, with colleagues. The meat was delicious, the salad station was plentiful, and we ate until we were stuffed... Meat Serving: My favorites were all kinds of beef! The Premium of Top Sirloin and Top Sirloin with Garlic were extremely juicy and tender, as you can see. I recommended medium rare, and don't cook it more than medium. Tri-Tip Steak and Tri-Tip Steak with Cheese were relatively coarse, but had a layer of fat that made them more flavorful. I recommended medium; medium-well would be too dry. Lamb Steak was juicy and flavorful, with no gamey taste, so eat with confidence. Chicken Wrapped with Bacon and Chicken Legs were garlic-flavored, but the meat was a bit tough. Cheese with Honey was a calorie bomb but really delicious; the cheese had a slightly gamey taste, and the more honey, the better. Most importantly, the grilled meats here are just the right amount of salty; only the Chicken Heart and Pork Sausage were very salty. There were various sauces to choose from, but I personally recommend the oily and slightly sour Chimichurri, or simply salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Salad Station: Foods were plentiful and all very fresh and of good quality. My favorite was the Apple Salad, which was like the old-fashioned "fruit and salad dressing" version from my childhood--it was nostalgic and had a wonderfully refreshing sweet and sour taste. The Smoked Trout was tender and had a wonderfully flavorful fat, but considering it from freshwater , I only had a small taste. The Clam Chowder had a rich creaminess that perfectly complemented the umami of the clams. The Bruschetta, with its creamy sweetness from roasted garlic paired with the crispy bread, was a delightful little treat. Side Dishes: My personal favorite was the Mashed Potatoes, fried potato balls with a crispy, airy exterior and a creamy filling. The Yucca Croquette was like a tapioca version of Pão de Queijo, with the same crispy crust and mochi-like texture, but a milder cheese flavor. The Caramelized Bananas were too soft and mushy; cooked bananas always have a rotten taste. The Crispy Polenta was very hard, mainly cornstarch, and had little flavor. Desserts: The waiter's recommendation, the Red Velvet Cake, was definitely on point. It was less sweet and had a gentler sweetness, more suitable for Chinese tastes. If you like it sweeter, get more of the part with white chocolate sauce. The Mango Cake had a very smooth mousse and a rich mango flavor. The Keylime Pie was too sweet and sour, too strong a flavor. read more

I've been here twice so far. I have tried the meat and buffet twice. Once I only selected one type of meat, and the second time I tried all they were offering. A coworker had their buffet with no meat, so that was also a good option for people who don't want to eat meat. read more

Laying over at the Aloft Boston Seaport and wanted a quick takeaway meal. Alma Gaúcha Prime Brazilian Steakhouse is easy to get to through the hotel lobby - since I ordered takeout, I can't speak on the full dine-in experience, just the food. I got the Chicken & Picanha combo with rice and black beans. Other side choices included Caesar salad or Garlic Mashed Potatoes. The rice and beans were actually really good, and they give you two solid portions, which I appreciated. The meat, though... not my favorite. I love chicken thighs for how juicy they normally are, but these were a bit dry and shriveled. And my steak, which I asked for medium, came out more on the well-done side. It was a little disappointing - I was really expecting that tender, juicy Brazilian-steakhouse moment.. read more

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Stopped by for a quick late lunch at the bar and was immediately happy with two kinds of Brazilian bread. One was cheesy and the other was made with yuca, and both were delicious. The waiter was very pleasant. There was a little mix-up with our order. The chicken Caesar salad didn't come out on time, so we thought about canceling it. We also ordered a beef appetizer. My boyfriend loved it and ate it all, but I wasn't a fan because the meat was cold. I asked if it was supposed to be cold, and they immediately comped it and offered to bring a fresh batch. We said it was fine. The chicken Caesar salad eventually arrived and was really good. The chicken had a nice twist in the seasoning, and it would have been amazing in a wrap. The wait was a bit long, but the food was solid overall. Despite the small hiccups, I would definitely come back for a full meal. read more

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The restaurant is excellent. The food was great. Authentic brazilian flavor. The service is also top notch. Our server José Olavo was very friendly and helpful. read more

Perfect anniversary dinner. Eddy & Jordan were unbelievable! Fantastic service. Food was amazing. They made sure we got to try everything. The atmosphere was magical. Make sure to ask for Eddy and Jordan! Fantastic team. read more

We have tried multiple Brazilian steakhouses and this is an entirely different category. Every cut of meat was cooked to perfection- tender, delicious and served direct from the grill. Service stood out and was spectacular! We will be back read more

The atmosphere is amazing, the lighting wasn't overly bright. The tables were spaced nicely. I got the lychee martini and that was really tasty. The first cut of meat came out quicker than I expected it to. And all of it tasted great. The servers were really nice and the service was great. 10/10 worth the price. We got the chocolate molten cake for dessert and it was amazing. It was my birthday and the servers came out with the dessert with a candle in it and sand and clapped. I would definitely recommend and go again. read more

Alma Gaucha - Lychee martini - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I was quite underwhelmed with the quality of the meat. Almost all of the portions we received were overcooked. The salad bar was amazing though. I did notice that the batch of meat that came out as we were finishing up was A LOT better than the ones we received so I attributed our overcooked meal to timing. We ate around 4:45 pm, which must've been the end of their early afternoon rush. It was definitely heart wrenching to see everyone get perfect medium rare cuts after we just ate some well done meat. read more

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Key lime pie?? Hard pass. This was some sort of old cheesecake with a nasty congealed sauce that tasted like apple pucker, totally high school cafeteria vibes. In addition to this we arrive when the place was very much still open (according to posted hours) and got a lot of attitude from a bartender who clearly just wanted to go home. Save yourself the time and likely food poisoning read more

Alma Gaucha - Key lime pie?? - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Overall, the food was okay. We ordered from the Dine Out Boston menu and had to ask three times for the Picanha and Maminha to be brought to our table, but it only arrived once. There were also multiple fruit flies around our table and landing on our plates, which made the dining experience unpleasant. read more

Alma Gaucha - Fruit flies on the plate - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best Brazilian in town. Excellent service, very attentive staff. Proper restaurant with nice decor. Of course food is premium.

This place was great, you definitely get your money's worth here. The food was good, meats were delicious and the dessert was fantastic. I would definitely come back! Until the next one cheers! read more

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I decided to take my sister to this restaurant as she hadn't been to a Brazilian steak house in quite some time and we were both very impressed. From the moment we walked in we were greeted and the staff was patient with explaining the process to us. They also made it a point to walk by to see if there were any particular meats that we wanted to eat so that they would bring it out quicker. She had loved the bacon wrapped chicken and was very pleased with the wide array of meats that they offered. read more

I was craving some meat and decided to try a rodizio for the first time. I went for lunch, and they had two price options: $23, which doesn't include meat, and $45, which does, so I went straight for the $45. From the moment I walked in, the host greeted us very warmly. The staff was extremely friendly-someone even pulled out my chair for me to sit. The restaurant is beautiful, with well-arranged tables and a great atmosphere. The food was delicious. I went on a Monday, so it wasn't very busy, but I really appreciated that the staff was constantly checking to make sure all the food was fresh, well presented, and kept at the right temperature. Overall, it was an excellent experience: great service, a pleasant ambiance, and high-quality food. 10/10 read more

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My second time here. It's ok. For the price, it's not worth it. They don't have many cuts of meat and the wait for them is forever! I remember sitting and waiting for 10-15 mins for meats to come. Like that's not ok! It's like they're doing it on purpose so you stop getting hungry. Probably won't go back. read more

Amazing food, amazing customer services, pricey but it's worth it! Once in a while!! But service and food 100%

The service was decent and the food was okay. It's not the most stellar experience I've had at a Brazilian steakhouse. It wasn't bad, but considering the price, it wasn't what I would have expected or am used to. The coffee was really lovely though. read more

Lina was an absolute delight! Attentive and kind, I don't often find servers who treat a solo diner as good as a group. Lina never let the experience feel less than in anyway. 10/10. read more

This was a 10/10 experience, honestly so much better than Fogo de Chao. The staff were great, gauchos were attentive, and you were never waiting for meat. They did a great job making sure you got the choice of meet you wanted. This is now our go to Brazilian steakhouse, cannot wait to go back! read more

This was my first Brazilian steakhouse experience and I came here as part of a group of 4 a few weeks back, while Alma Gaucha had an ongoing DineOut Boston promotion where they were offering AYCE dinner for $46 per person. There's no doubt in my mind that this is by far the best deal of the entire Dine Out Boston period - I can guarantee that you won't find any other place that's this worth your money! I was impressed by the freshness of their sides and salads - the buffet section wasn't overwhelmingly huge and it definitely seemed like they wanted to highlight quality over quantity. They also had a couple of hot dishes for people to sample - their clam chowder was decent. The one thing that I kept on going back for was their candied bacon - it was truly dangerously addicting. The highlight was definitely the meat selections that were served throughout our meal. I think the servers did a great job making sure that there was a variety and even though they were quite busy, I appreciated how they tried to take our preferences into account (the size of the piece, what temperature we preferred, etc etc) whenever they could. There was truly so much food that we definitely had to prioritize which ones we wanted to try. I passed on most of the chicken and pork samples. I really liked the premium of top sirloin! Their ribs were also super tender. I'm not a lamb person at all but even I couldn't pass up the opportunity to try a small piece of their lamb steak, which was very juicy and flavorful and not too gamey at all. The cheese with honey is definitely a must-try in my opinion as well, but it's definitely very heavy and not as worth as the rest of the meat selections! The servers made sure that the sides of cheesy bread (had a very fun mochi-like texture), fried polenta, and yucca were always filled. I was truly impressed by how wonderful and attentive the service was! And I also appreciated how they had a very clear allergen list. My only disappointment was that they had a strict set of two desserts that each person could choose from (a chocolate brownie or a slice of red velvet cake), and they weren't able to offer a gluten-free dessert (even though they definitely had gluten-free options available on their regular menu) for someone with a strict gluten allergy. Since they were really good about accommodating allergies with everything else, that was understandably a letdown unfortunately. Still, would definitely recommend this spot for people to try out in the future, particularly during DineOut promotions! read more

Alma Gaucha - Meats, sides, and all you can eat salad buffet - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Food and service very nice. Jose Olavo was checking on our table very often making sure we got everything we wanted.

I was very impressed with there service the facility was clean, the staff was well informed and the food was awesome , I will def be back I give the place 10 out of ten stars and that is with my whole heart not to salty at all just right was the meat. I will say the environment was spot on I have been to many Brazilian place and one are as pleasing as Alma Gaucha thank you to the staff read more

Fun Brazilian beef restaurant. Service was very nice and friendly. Buffet food was fresh and tasty, meat service was done very well. They had a special for dine out Boston that was a pleasant surprise. Would recommend read more

There aren't many restaurants within easy walking distance to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. But thank goodness Alma Gaucha is one of them! Located on the main floor of the Aloft Hotel, Alma Gaucha has everything you want in a Brazilian steakhouse experience, minus the large crowds often found in large city convention areas. I sat at the bar, which still allowed me to order a 'bar size' portion of their famous skewer meats (chicken, lamb, shrimp and of course picanha steak!). The custom cocktails were excellent and I even veered off their menu to ask if they could make a caipirinha. The bartender was thrilled I asked! Bonus that a few other diners saw this and ordered the same. Icing on the cake was most of the staff were actually Brazilian. They loved my trying out simple Portuguese phrases (thank you, good evening, etc). It was a fun, interactive and FULLfilling experience! read more

Alma Gaucha - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

We had a great birthday celebration at Alma Gaucha. The food was outstanding and all the meats were cooked and seasoned to perfection. The place was super busy on a Sunday night yet service and attention never stopped. Loved the special birthday dessert treat! read more

We just stopped in for a quick lunch and did not get the AYCE meat sword buffet. However, we did order the delicious steak sandwich which was absolutely amazing! It was so good, we went back again the next day as it was convenient (in the hotel at which we were staying). We ordered the sandwich again and it wasn't even close to being as good as the previous day's version. It's convenient to the hotels behind the convention center and probably the best place without a 10-15 minute walk. It can get busy for dinner, so make reservations. read more

A Brazilian Steak House was on my bucket list and this one is excellent. I especially loved the garlic steak. The salad bar could stand alone. Yes it was very expensive but definitely needed the experience. read more

This place is located on the first floor of a hotel. It is extremely clean and very well decorated. I've heard of Brazilian Steak Houses but never tried one. This particular one is Down by The Lawn at D (cool place to hang outside). Also close to the Waterfront. They give you a coaster that is red on one side and green on the other. Red means stop or not ready, green means feed me. Lol But seriously, as soon as you flip from red to green, almost every waiter in the place comes over to you with different types of meats & chicken. But before that, you get to go the buffet which is loaded with many types of Brazilian salads, fruits, cheeses, chowder, soup, veggies, etc. Once you turn green, they bring fried plantains, cheesy potato balls, small pop overs, etc. Pretty reasonably priced from 11:30-4:00 Monday through Friday. You need to google them for other hours. Of course they are open for dinner daily. We never wanted for anything. The bar isn't that big but is loaded! Chose water on this day. We got the molten lave cake for desert. Oh my, we should have been wheeled out of the place! We were stuffed! Delicious, priced right, bring your appetite. It is handicapped accessible and they have seating for large groups. read more

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OMG! If you haven't tried this Spot.? It's a must. Thanks Phantom Gourmet/Dan and Dave Alderman. We were a Party of 12 on 3/9/24. The Staff was so Accommodating. The Hot Bar just to name a few items Soups, Rice & Peas was great. As well as the Cold Bar just name a few Salads, Fruits. Both were a great start;however when the meats arrived was the highlight of the meal. Lamb, beef, pork, chicken, sausages. I only have one pic to share. The Mango Cheesecake. I could eat this 3/times a week. Thanks Alma Gaucha. Looking forward to returning. Thanks L & K for treating us ya'll Rock read more

Alma Gaucha - Mango Cheesecake - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Great meat selection and food! Salad bar was great with variety of veggies and fruit. Alejandro and Antonio did a great job with explaining the menu and addressing any questions we had. Would definitely come back! read more

The service here is great! They come by with more food than you can eat. It's very nice and spacious inside. It also happens to be right across from the Lawn on D. I came with a friend during the Best of Boston and we had a great time. We definitely ate much more than we had planned. All of the meat we had was really good. I'd say the salmon isn't the best; it was a little dry. I did like that they had an extensive salad bar. All of the different bbq-ed beef dishes were great! I definitely look forward to returning. read more

Alma Gaucha - Picanha - Steakhouses Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

At first it seemed a bit pricey but in reality one gets what one pays for. The place is upscale, the "gauchos" came around quite often, The meat was better than the "Texas de xxxx" we go to where we live, not as salty, very tasty. Very friendly staff. We were not disappointed. read more