This was by far one of the best restaurants and steakhouses I've been to in a long time. I…read moreabsolutely loved the tomahawk steak we had--it was marbled to perfection, deep-seared and rendered just right, and unbelievably delicious. I was literally still dreaming about it the next day; the food was really that good. Another standout dish was the braised short rib with sticky rice, a Brazilian specialty that was mouthwateringly delicious, with the beef and rice combo melting in your mouth. The toppings and sides were excellent as well. This was at an upscale restaurant, and the bill came out to half of what we would normally pay in the states. Food like this would cost at least two to three hundred dollars in California! For the price we are paying and the quality we are receiving, this is absolutely outrageous. I'd really like to see São Paulo's state government clean up its act and do more for the city, because there's no reason it shouldn't be a top tourist destination. I'm not much of a foodie, so it's nice having friends who are. You can just trust their recommendations and go along for the ride!!

Looking to be blown away! From a building built around a 30' wide tree to excellent food you will…read morebe just that. Excellent service, and a setting to die for. Meat or veggie options are utterly top notch. Don't miss the ceviche! High end experience for .01's on the 1.00$!

Barbacoa is a very nice Brazilian steakhouse, and the ambiance and service were solid. It's the…read moreclassic churrascaria experience -- similar to Fogo de Chão -- with a full buffet, salad bar, and endless cuts of meat brought to the table. Here's the thing: I don't eat steak, pork, or most of the meats they specialize in, and I'm not a big fan of buffet or all‑you‑can‑eat restaurants in general. We came here because a coworker invited us, and she was being really kind, so I didn't think to check the price beforehand. I ended up only eating the salad, and with dessert my total came to about $66. For someone who doesn't eat the main attraction, that price felt a bit high -- honestly, I felt a little ripped off, LOL. Not the restaurant's fault at all; this is exactly how churrascarias work. It just wasn't the best match for my eating habits. Next time, I'll politely turn down the invite or suggest a different spot that fits my preferences better. But if you do enjoy steakhouse-style dining and want the full Brazilian churrasco experience, Barbacoa delivers exactly what it promises.

Wow is all I can say! In a city full of Churrascarias, this one is the absolute best! The food, the…read moreservice, the ambiance- all top shelf! I love several other Churrasacarias in São Paulo, but this one is a real standout. We had a group dinner with friends and coworkers, and we were led to a large table, and the staff fawned all over us. They were very accommodating and friendly. The food and wine were all top-notch, and they brought whatever cut of meat you asked for, instead of waiting for the "good stuff" like the Picanha. The salad bar was great as well, although I was a bit disappointed that they didn't have any Feijoada, which is usually a staple at any Churrascaria in Brazil. Again, there are several good Churrascarias here, but if you want the best, you won't get any better than Barbacoa!

I was here for dinner on a Sunday night. I was served my cocktail and side dishes of french fries,…read morepolenta strips, and ravioli sized beef empanadas. The salads were very good. The meats on a score of 1-10 were a 5. Some were well done and tough, others raw ( not rare) and a few medium. I like medium to medium rare. The service was terrible. My waiter disappeared for a long time and I had nothing to drink until I was finally able to get another waiter's attention. The desserts were nice but the steaks were a huge disappointment.

A courtesy van brought us to Bovinu's for dinner. A great place for meatlovers. Two large buffets…read moreare in the center of the dining area (visit as often as you like) one for salads/sides and the other for desserts. Both are overflowing with options. The staff circulates continuously with chicken, meat, and lamb skewers and will bring it to your table for as long as you like. Speaking of the staff, they are courteous and many of them spoke some english (thank you).

This Brazilian steakhouse has parking available and the first curb view is charming and inviting…read more The inside decor is upscale and the restroom doors even open automatically. World class service begins the moment you walk in as someone opens the door for you. The service gets even better from there. Food is brought immediately as many servers offer different cuts of meat. The buffet bar offers salmon , sushi, salads and much more. Each time I discarded something like a straw wrapper on my table someone picked it up within 30 seconds. Amazing service! The biggest surprise for me other than the service was the cream de papaya desert. It was better than ice cream.

** Update ** I decided to give them another try and this time the steaks were cooked to…read moreperfection. They also have bacalao dishes, shrimp, and risotto that looked good but I was there for the rodizio!

This restaurant has been closed for a long time! It was a good place but this needs to be removed…read morefrom the Yelp list of restaurants so people don't needlessly travel to this location.

The best of the best! Amazing service, amazing food and beverages! You will not be disappointed.read more

This place is incredible. Awesome steaks, pasta and perfectly cooked seafood. The bread plate was…read moreto die for. Seafood box had squid, shrimp scallops, tomatoes, purple potatoes with saffron rice. Incredible. Service was spot on although there was no English spoken they did have English menus. The dining room is built around this huge tree that spreads across the entire area. Come here. Eat.

My last night is Brazil.....So when our Brazilian team selected Fogo de Chão as our dinner location…read moretonight, I was a bit disappointed. My exact thought was "wait...we have these in the US....I want something else, more local." HOWEVER, when I learned that THIS is the OG, the original Fogo, my thoughts changed. I have zero pics of my food....as soon as it hit my plate it was quickly devoured. The flavor was noticeably a grade above other Fogo's I've visited...no question at all. It was spectacular! Service was excellent, the place was clean and classy, great experience all around.

Okay, I know there are many Churrascarias here in São Paulo, but this is where Fogo de Chão…read morestarted, so I try to eat here on every visit, and I am never disappointed. This particular night was my first night in town. I was jetlagged but hungry, so I came by myself to have an easy dinner and some good meat. I have been here several times before, but I always enjoy walking in and taking in the ambiance of the restaurant. Something about Fogo. I was seated immediately and ordered a Caipirinha and the buffet. I waited for my drink, which was excellent, and then headed to the buffet, starting with the salad bar. I headed back to my table, trying to keep my salad to a minuimum as to eat more steak! I turned my disc over to green, and the meat started arriving. I love Picanha, but I know they always hold back, so I have to ask to make sure they bring it. As I ate, the place filled up, and I noticed that every table was full. I ordered another Caipirinha and started to get full, as one does, eating this much meat! I finally turned my disc back to red and asked for the check. Pricey by Brazilian standards, but still cheap to an American. Yes, there are many Churrascarias here, but this one never fails to impress.

Highly recommend this wonderful buffet if you're looking for something easy near Avenue Paulista…read more Huge selection, very reasonably priced, food was delicious, including the sushi, which was very fresh. Probably one of the best buffets I've ever been to, our tour group brought us here, and there was plenty of room to sit, and the buffet was beautifully organized.

This is a wonderful churrascaria. Perfect for a first timer in Sao Paulo. Wide variety of salad bar…read moreand dessert bar options. Meats come around so often that you never go without. The meat was very good. Only complaint is that drinks are quite pricey in comparison to the buffet itself. They have a shuttle that picks up at some of the hotels around the area and will take you there and back.

This is one of the best steakhouses in São Paulo, they mastered the cuts that they offer as just a…read morefew restaurants do. The waiters are well trained and the food is well served. That's a place i absolutely would recommend for anyone looking for a great steakhouse. With a fair price.

France has Cassoulet. Brazil double dog dares with Fejoada (fay-zzzhwa-dah)…read more I asked the hotel receptionist where to go for Fejoada. She pointed me to Bolinha. It is the weekend and the ubiquitous Brazilian dish is their signature buffet. So everything came to the table! The 10 cuts of meat include bacon, pork chop, oxtail, pig ear, beef tongue, linguica, brisket, ham hock, and pork knuckles. The broth is brimming with collagen--so they offer salsa, hot sauce, and fresh orange slices to resuscitate your palette. Thicken the broth with toasted nut flour if you wish. There's fried sweet banana and yucca, pork rinds and crispy bacon on the side, perfect rice and shredded collard greens. Assuage your guilt with shots of house caipirinha. Think a sweeter margarita on the rocks... The very patient and sweet maitre'd offered me dessert. He's thinks he is so funny! While I have no reference to compare this example to others as it was my first taste of Fejoada, the standard is set immensely high. Not cheap at R150 total bill ($40). But this memory has been seared indelibly into my food coma'd brain. And now I understand why they have such a light dinner. Time for a siesta to recover. !!! Bring a translator (Google translate is pretty good) if you don't speak Portuguese. Inhouse WiFi available.

Amazing food and fantastic deserts. Service was impeccable. Tried Feijoada for the first time, was…read moregreat!!