A really nice meal. The meat cuts were smexcellent. Really happy to see picanha as the first of the meats to come out and regularly. Really loved the flank steak too. And the filet in mushroom sauce at the buffet was great. Had some salad but ended up not eating the rest of my buffet selections and stuck with the meats read more

I went on vacation back in June for my girlfriend's birthday, and we decided to go to Brazil Copacabana to be exact. While in Brazil, you learn quickly that the locals love steak and I love steak so figured this would be a fun trip. We decided to come to Carretao which is a rodizio style Brazilian restaurant. Once seated inside the weight staff try the very best to explain to us how everything works. You're given a disc which is right on one side and green on the other side as long as the green side is showing the staff will continuously bring different cuts of delicious meats to your table and slice you off some samples. There was an open salad bar, which was loaded with fresh salads and little appetizers, but the main attraction was the never ending Daisy chain of meats. I was in heaven, and I enjoyed every moment of it. My only complaint about this restaurant was that I definitely bought my appetite and after sometime, I noticed that the staff stopped coming to the table with the prime cuts of meat, but would only come with the less desirable cuts this didn't bother me too much because I definitely ate more than my fair share lol. I would absolutely come here again. The price was amazing. The staff was friendly and at the end of dinner we got some delicious dessert shots, which were quite a treat. read more

Carretão - Steakhouses Near Me - Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Great meats and service in Copa. I love coming here. The food is great and the prices are just right!!! Would come here again! read more

Carretão - Steak - Steakhouses Near Me - Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Carretão is very close to my house and I am a long-time costumer. It used to be very good but I was very disappointed with the quality of the beef and the salad bar this time. Service continue to be very professional and attentive but something happen with the quality of food served. read more

I was so excited to have true Brazilian Churrascaria,coming from America, and this restaurant is AMAZING! The continuous service of delicious meats includes Filet con Queso, lamb, picanha, pork ribs, beef ribs, chicken, pao con queso and numerous others..... The salad bar is full of delicious vegetables and fresh sushi. The service is top notch!! I am so happy we found this gem at the beginning of our trip, as we are here for two more weeks and will definitely be back!! read more

Great experience. I Highly recommend this restaurant. They are attentive to customers' needs and the food is good. read more

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This was an excellent place to go. Price point was very fair. It's very bright inside though, so be prepared. Most of the customers were on the elderly side. Service is excellent. They keep bringing the meat out until you flip the card from red to green and then even still keep coming. The capriana here was fabulous. The wine was OK. Service is definitely very attentive. I love the buffet style salad, but just be aware that you're getting a lot of meat so I would not put too much on your plate. The only downside in the whole experience was how bright it was. He got rid of some of the sexiness. read more

Great food, better attention. If you want an authentic Brazilian rodizio experience, this is it. Definitely coming back on my next trip to Rio. read more

Great good. Amazing value. The staff really went out of their way to help us tired Americans. read more

Carretão - Absolutely amazing. Great good. Great value. The staff really went out of their way to help us tired Americans. - Steakhouses Near Me - Rio de Janeiro, RJ

I think that for the price ~$20 USD that this place is good quality. The meat selection is much lower in variety than Fogo de Chao but they didn't over-salt which is an issue I've run into at other steakhouses like this in Brazil. I'm not sure I trusted everything in the salad/veggies/bar area but the vegetables were good. There was some confusion with ordering and I had to wait a longer time than seemed acceptably normal to get my water (a table that was seated and ordered after us got their beers before I got the bottle of water I ordered with the same server). They gave me a drink I didn't order and then I had to send it back to get the drink I did order. This is probably due to the language barrier. read more

Carretão has a chain of rodizios in Rio. It's what you you would expect from a Brazilian Steakhouse with many different cuts of meat cooked to preferred temperature. Also many types of hot and cold pastas to choose from. What makes them stand out compared to the ones in the United States is that decent quality sushi is available along with carpaccio upon request. Carretão's service is always good. Great restaurant for large groups. Tasty variety of food for any person's palate and plenty of it. read more

This was an amazing restaurant to dine at. We were willing to walk from Copacabana to Panema just experience authentic Brazilian cuisine and dining. All of the food, served and buffet, was fresh. Thank you, Claudio, for making sure we had a great time. Este foi um restaurante incrível para jantar. Nós estávamos dispostos a caminhar de Copacabana para Panema apenas experimentar a autêntica cozinha brasileira e jantar. Toda a comida, servido e buffet, estava fresco. Obrigado, Claudio, por nos certificarmos de que nos divertimos muito. #AuthenticDining #Groupon #BestRestaurants #DiningInBrazil read more

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I'm giving this place 4 for the food, not the service. When in Rio I definitely recommend trying a Churrascaria at least once and this place is very well known. Make sure you warm up your stomach and don't snack too much before visiting this place because you will eat a LOT. Basically the idea is you sit down and they give you a little card that says 'yes' or 'no'. Yes being 'please give me more delicious meat' and no meaning 'i just had to undo the top button on my pants, I can't eat anymore'. You leave it on the table whichever way up you feel. Waiters come round with all sorts of delicious cuts of meat and carve it right onto your plate. They keep coming...and coming...it's never ending. You get your money's worth! There's a salad bar which is really fresh and delicious but don't fill up to much on the salad- leave room for the meat! They also bring you an assortment of things for the table- mainly carbs because boy do Brazilians love their carbs! Potatoes, rice, caramelised plantains etc. Can't fault the food and went here twice in Copcabana. However the second time one of the waiters was incredibly rude and since we couldn't understand Portuguese we just couldn't understand why. Basically we kept refusing the meat coming round and then he would get really upset- he might have been implying we ate too much salad? I don't know. It was all very odd but he seemed quite angry and it made the experience seem very uncomfortable. All the other waiters were fine. read more

Carretão - Meat! - Steakhouses Near Me - Rio de Janeiro, RJ

The main buffet is good but they will rip you off at every corner. We were told coming in that we would get four free drinks, told them of that deal, but were told at the very end what those drinks were, after we ordered. Things like water, liqueur, and desserts seem included but will double the price. They intentionally ripped us off which is very unappreciated. read more

So impressed by this Brazilian steakhouse. A group of friends and I went to celebrate 2 birthdays. Pro tip: they have a coupon to print out on their website for a $55R meal! You start out by heading to the salad bar---but don't you dare fill up or fill your plate. After you sit down, waiters with skewers of meat come by like wildfire. I found one particular meat I liked and I just loaded up every time that one came by. Don't feel bad saying no to something and don't be afraid to try something new! They also set out cinnamon bananas, onion rings and French fries --but once again don't fill up--you're there for the meat!! This is one of the cheaper steakhouses in Rio and it does not disappoint. Yum! read more

Carretão - Caipirinhas at the table! - Steakhouses Near Me - Rio de Janeiro, RJ

If you happen to be in Copa, this is the place to go!! Fogo is better advertised and seems to be worldwide these days but it cannot touch this place in terms of quality and deliciousness of the food. Great staff that speaks English and my god the steaks and sausages were incredible. EAT HERE!!! read more

This was such a good lunch choice, it was part of our stop when we were on our all day tour of Rio. The food was so amazing I wasn't sure how I was going to make it for the second half of our tour. There was a buffet where I was able to get some salmon and salad to help break up all the meat, one thing for sure Brazilians know how to serve a good piece of meat. I'm not a big red meat eater but I was while on vacation in Brazil. Since it rained the entire time I was there, i'm sure to be back and I will be back to Carretao for sure! read more

We came here our first night in Brazil: It was like living inside a Quentin Tarantino movie - " an experience of a kind". For starters, it was packed outside, a crowd of approximately 40 people were waiting outside hungrily eyeing the door and all the delicious food inside. And the food was definitely something worth glaring at: imagine any kind of meat you can think of, hot, fresh and boiling hot on a skewer, paraded around and being brought to your table by a waiter who looks like a model. Not bad, right ? Upon accessing the situation that immediately this is the place where we wanted to eat on our first night in Brazil, we joined the angry crowd. I approached the hostess standing outside of the door and asked her how long was the wait - she said: " 20 minutes". Her facial expression was alive and showed the signs of great emotional drama and intellect. I later understood that this was all an act. An hour into our waiting, I come to realize that: " 20 minutes" was the only expression she knew in english and cheerfully recited this highly regarded phrase to any english speaking tourist like a well trained monkey. All our complaints of long wait were met with: "20 minutes" and at some point our blood sugar began dropping so low that my LA-raised, nutrition obsessed, fitness junkie husband considered eating junk food just for the sake of eating something. 1.5 hours later into the wait a group of Russian mobs showed up and in the true Russian tradition cursed everyone out and decided that offering the restaurant manager money and bribing him would surely secure them seat and get them ahead of everyone else. The sum they agreed on was 1500 hundred dollars and it must have been a magic number because shortly enough I saw these newcomer party being taken ahead all of us starved and confused people, waiting outside. At last our turn came and it was well worth the wait: the food was fantastic. Big tip for the american tourists: the number they write in the corner on the ticket they hand you when you wait - is not your slot, it's the number of people in your party. Your actual waiting number if the last 2 digit of the ticket number printed on the ticket. So before making a huge scene because your number 4 ticket was ignored and someone else taken in front of you, realize it's because the four of you ( perhaps your parents and your wife) have a ticket number 20, not number 4 and it's not your turn, lol. read more

So you've come to Copacabana Beach, and you're looking for a Brazilian steak house. You should know, this isn't Fogo de Chaõ. The quality of the food is passable, and the flavor is good. However, it's not a five star experience. The service is quite good. They're extremely attentive to your needs as you would expect from any steak house of this style. I found the various meats brought around to be a bit dry. The pork was almost inedible. The chicken was succulent for the first centimeter, but closer to the bone could get stuck in your throat - backwards of the expectation. One cut of beef had an odd flavor, so I didn't eat more than a bite or two. I did like the sausage. There was one fattier cut of beef which was quite nice. I enjoyed a few bites, but never saw it come around again. The highlight of the meal was the banana. It was perfectly cooked, and just a hint of honey. It was so good, I had them bring another. Yum! read more

Yum yum yum! Came here when I was in Rio, on the suggestion of a cab driver. We were a group of 5 and had to wait about 20 minutes for a table, but they eventually opened up the second floor and let us go up there. As expected, there are two parts to dining at the churrascaria. The first is a buffet, where you can get fruits, veggies, like 10 different types of rice, and other foods like fruit sushi! My favorite was the creamy rice... so good it makes your hair stand on end! The second part is where the servers walk around with different meats and fish on a stick, and if you want some, cut off a piece on your plate. I stuck with beef and pork, especially since there are cuts of meat in Brazil that we don't have in the states! The most famous one is called picanha - definitely try that! There were a couple pieces of meat that were so good (especially with the creamy rice) that I started crying. Legitimately started crying the food was so good! And the best part is that the meal isn't very expensive. If you're a meat eater, come here hungry! read more

After traveling from NYC to Rio (as a 30th Birthday Trip! ) we wanted to experience an AUTHENTIC churrasceria / rodizio! After coming across several options, we visited here upon suggestion if a friend who had gone several months before. She told us to COME HUNGRY & ENJOY! ...All I can say is that these words of advice could not have been more short, sweet and accurate. From the moment that we arrived (after opting to stroll from Copacabana beach) we were welcomed with open arms. After being immediately seated, inside of the restaurant which was moderately filled, there was no turning back! The buffet selection was quite extensive with something for everyone! From (hot & cold) pastas to vegetables to sushi and more - we were both pleasantly surprised. This impressive assortment was second only to the skewers of delicious meat that the waiters came around with. WE. WERE. STUFFED. read more

Good was very good. The salad bar is fresh with lots of great selections!!! The staff was friendly and the meat never stopped coming. The rump steak was tender as well as the bife de chorizo. The desserts were very good!! read more

Epic meal for about 100 USD. I would highly recommend checking this place out if your in Rio. It's right on copacabana and is one of the original places. Very good food, and the service was stellar. Wine selection was also very impressive. Go for a south American wine if you elect to get a bottle, just a rec! read more

The meats are kind of the same at all the brazilian steakhouses you go to. There is usually a few meats that are good, and then a bunch of so-so ones that come out. Like most people, I waste my time trying them all and actually finishing all the pieces that I am served. So lesson here is to just ask for tiny pieces at first so that you're not wasteful. Then reorder the stuff you really like. There wasn't much at the salad bar, and what was there wasn't all too impressive either (but let's be serious... who really comes to a restaurant like this for that kind of stuff? lol) read more

We had a buffet here as part of our Rio city tour package. So many types of meat. I had a lot to eat even as a not a big meat eater. The servers came out with really larger skewers of so many tasty grilled meats from cheese covered steaks to local delicacies. A great fun lively place. read more

Service was above average...really thrilled to get an authentic Brazilian restaurant experience...meats were brought out promptly...only down side with the meats were they were too salty for my taste...and I enjoy high seasoned food...I'm so happy for the experience that the rating is a four...buffet service which is great for groups...the sides were very delicious...and boy they had a variety...some things I don't know the names...but the taste were exquisite...Welcome To Rio... read more

Carretão - After the meal lol - Steakhouses Near Me - Rio de Janeiro, RJ

For rs78 it does what it says on the tin. You sit there, a horde of waiters bring over sizzling, glistening skewers of meat, and you eat til youre fit to burst. It wasnt the greatest dining experience of my life, and the meat is a little over-salty for a european pallet, but it was fair enough... EDIT - just went to Churrascaria Palace. It was about 20x better. Just shell out the extra 40rs and enjoy a cut above. Seriously, if yr gonna treat yourself, go whole hog, you deserve it, baby . read more

Carretão - Ready for the meat - Steakhouses Near Me - Rio de Janeiro, RJ

One of the best churros arias and reasonable in price. Would recommend--a little light on seafood..but you're in Brazil!!!

Decent. Overbearing staff. Good food though. Was overwhelmed by the frequency of the rodizio.

Excellent food for the price. This Churrascaria is located in Copa, but the prince is just perfect. It is only 75 R which is the equivalent of around $23. I only gave it 4 stars because I think they could do better with their restrooms. Other than that it is perfect and I highly recommend it. read more

The salad bar is fresh and delicious and the meat selection is great. Felt a little rushed but I thought this was the best chiaroscuro we went to; and we sampled quite a few! read more

Great place for half the price if Fogo de Chao. It will miss the fancy appetizers, some of the meat cuts and may be some sides but service was superb!!! Try it you won't regret it! read more

From past experience, I would say that restaurants included in a tour do not serve very good food. However, this place definitely broke that stigma. This was my first time at a churrascaria styled restaurant. The food was absolutely delicious! Our tour guide gave us a helpful hint that we shouldn't load up our plates with their self serve buffet since they meats were brought to you once you're seated. The less room you have on your plate, the less meat you get. And lets be honest, if you're at a churrascaria, you're there for the meat! There was so many different types of meat, it was hard to keep up with what was what. Aside from the meats, their empanadas were a freaking absolute delight! They are still on the back of my mind, super warm and cheesy! I wish they came back around with that stuff, but unfortunately they did not :( At the end of lunch, my stomach was about ready to explode, but i'd say it would have been worth it! Don't forget to turn the green tab to red once you're done, or else the meat will just keep coming! If you're planning a trip to Rio, I would highly recommend checking out this place! read more

Really awesome! Just wish there was more of a variety with the salad bar but other than that great service, great meats, and tried a lot of things that i wouldn't have tried otherwise. A must if you're in Ipanema :) read more

Great spot, nice Lil brazillian steak house. Come hungry as there is a never ending supply of various delicious meats to try as well as the buffet style sides. It was a great addition to my stay in Copacabana. About 79 reals for the meal, good price considering all I ate! I would recommend this spot read more

Simply amazing. This place has the best meat and it's soo worth the price. Believe me when I tell you that you will NOT regret going there. You will leave this place full and in an awe. On a scale of 1-10, I would rate this place as a 12! read more

Stopped in for an early dinner around 5 pm on our last night in Rio.. It was recommended by our hosts. We had the buffet and the various meat options were delivered to our table. The staff seemed to be on break and were sitting at tables in the back getting far better service than us. It was nothing like Churassaria Palace where the food was non-stop. Instead we had to ask for items to be brought over. I did finally get the fish I requested. If we visited again, I'd try a later time. ..maybe 7-8pm. The price was significantly lower than churrascaria palace. read more

Customer service is possibly the worst I have had. Meat is good (but salty as is how they prepare and season their meat in Rio). The servers that served the meat were the only professionals of the restaurant. The GM was rude and appeared annoyed by customer's request for refills or silver wear etc. They rushed us through our meal. Another side note: The streets of Rio were flooding quickly on the night that we visited and, again, instead of offering assistance, the GM rushed customers in and out regardless of the extreme conditions. I would not recommend! read more

Not the best in Brasil, I guess ok for a tourist town, there is far better in Sao Paulo. A bit in the pricy range but it is all you can eat. Go only if you can eat lots and are hungry. Salad bar had much to desire, but was plentiful for what was there. Meats were a little dried out for my tastes. read more

All I can say is WOW! This place is very under rated. Much better (and cheaper) than some of the ritzier upscale places in town. Will most definitely return during future travels to RDJ. read more