Been coming to Espetus for years and usually for a special occasion…read more This time, no reason other than we were in the Bay Area and decided to come here since it's been awhile. We made reservations for 7 pm for a Saturday night, checked in at 6:45 pm and were immediately seated. Service is exceptional and the meats came in soon as I put the green bar on the table. Compared to other Brazilian steak places I've been to including the ones in Rio De Janeiro, Espetus is up there. Meats were good.. some more flavorful than others. The one i especially liked was the pork belly so recommend you try it. All the other beef's can sometimes be hard to recall when you get so many on the plate. Soda was about $5.50 for a small bottle so not worth getting. Overall, great experience. My wife enjoyed sharing photos to her insta from here.

I went to Espetus for lunch. The salad bar was good and had rice, beans, feiodada, cheese, salami,…read moresalads. It also had lasagna roll, French firs, fried banana, polenta etc. There were not a lot of meats going around. We had the top sirloin and pineapple a lot but did have to ask for other items. Lunch ended and we did not see much other meats. They brought out chicken wings that we asked for a Parmesan pork. We also saw chicken hearts but that's about it and did not get to try the other meats. The employees were nice and friendly so it's only 3 stars for the meats as sometimes the table was skipped or items just stayed in the back. I have been there many times in both San Francisco and San Mateo for at least 14 years. The ambiance was nice and I lights the lights. The bathroom toilets were mostly dirty and clogged though.

Very good traditional Brazilian açaí bowls. Not too sweet. They also handle customizations well.read more

Literally just got back from Rio and have been trying all the stores around to find some good acai…read more This place has the most legit tasting acai blend between SF and SJ by far! I'm pretty sure I came here 3 days in a row. This shop seems pretty new, but if I was to make any suggestions I would recommend getting a soft-serve machine for dispensing to keep the acai texture smoother. The ice cream tubs seem to encourage the formation of larger ice crystals which can make the center a bit crunchy.

My wife found out about this place when looking for some Açaí in the area and I'm so glad we came…read moreacross it. We haven't had Açaí bowls in a long time and this was the perfect way to reintroduce our "addiction". You start out by choosing your first base, it is filled up half way and then you can put your first layer of toppings. From there you add in your second layer of açaí and top it off with more toppings. I didn't think that a soursop base would make that much of a difference, but now it is my new favorite. The açaí was delicious and I'll have to come back again to try some of the other combinations.

From the outside, this is a very unassuming neighborhood store. I've stopped by here before but…read morewalked right back out because the front just looks like a liquor store but I was on a mission to find Brazilian food and Yelp led me back here. There are some Brazilian snacks sold here but the real gem is the fresh savory pastries they sell in the back. These are made daily and brought over from Cafe de Casa! I placed a special order and the price per item broke down to $1.10 per piece. I had to pay through Zelle 2 days ahead of time for the preorder and the results were phenomenal at pick up. This was meant for an office party I was organizing and everyone, including my Brazilian boss, was super impressed! I have been to Cafe de Casa in SSF many, many years ago so if you like Brazilian food, do go check it out. I have tried: Kibe, Coxinha, Enroladinho de Queijo, Disco, Rissole de Presunto & Queijo and Rissole de Carne e Milho -- these are all very similar to a croquet: meat stuffed with vegetable and fried or baked.

Super unfriendly owner, never says hi or thank you. If the items or prices here was ok I wouldn't…read moreeven mind a rude owner but the items here are overpriced and a lot are expired. Make sure to check the expiration date on everything here. Last month I told the owner the cough drops are 2 over the expiration date and today I saw the same ones on the shelves. You can also tell no cleaning has been done inside for a long time

We ordered for delivery from grubhub, and the delivwas very smooth…read more Our order was welldone open plqte picanha asada (beef) and open plate frango. The setting of the plate, with fries and beans and rice and meat is very welcoming. The rice was ok, the chicken was not that good, but the beef was delicious. The beans also was not that tasty, and who can complain about the fries. Overall good foos, and will order again.

Great food and service! Loved the steak and the chicken! I recommend trying out the picanha!read more

I absolutely loved the lomo saltado! 10/10! I will be back for more! Thank you Emelina!read more

Very disappointed with the anticuchos…read more I'm Peruvian and grew up eating anticuchos, so I know how they are traditionally prepared and what they should taste and feel like. When I ordered them, they specifically asked me how well-done I wanted them, and I requested medium-well. Unfortunately, what I received was extremely hard, overcooked, and heavily seasoned. It did not have the grilled flavor or texture I would expect from properly prepared anticuchos. If the restaurant does not grill their anticuchos, I really believe that should be disclosed when ordering, especially when you're being asked how you want them cooked. At $17, this was absolutely not worth it. I honestly felt misled by the dish. I'm leaving this review because I would hate for someone else to spend $17 expecting traditional Peruvian anticuchos and have the same experience. I would personally recommend skipping the anticuchos and ordering something else.

We were a little disappointed that they didn't have the breakfast sandwiches at this location,…read morebecause a few years ago we went to the Fisherman's Wharf location and the breakfast sandwiches were amazing. But nonetheless the food was great, the açaí bowl, the pastries, the coffee, the fresh squeezed juice Staff was friendly and answered our questions regarding the different pastries offered. This location is so cute, small blue house with outdoor patio.

I hate having to update this review because I originally gave this business five stars, but…read moreunfortunately, the quality and consistency of the food have changed enough that I can no longer stand by that rating. My biggest concerns are inconsistency and excessive seasoning, particularly the amount of salt. I understand that when ordering something like the bife acebolado or frango acebolado (grilled chicken), the accompanying sides may change. However, when ordering online, the sides shown with the meal create an expectation of what you're going to receive. It's frustrating to drive out to pick up your food, only to find that what you were given is different from what was listed, without any notice or explanation. More concerning, though, is the salt. The last three meals I've had have been progressively saltier, with this most recent meal being completely over the top. The chicken was so heavily salted that I actually had to wash some of the seasoning off before I could eat it. At that point, I wasn't tasting the chicken or the other flavors. I was tasting a mouthful of salt. That's especially disappointing when you're making the effort to support a small business and paying the prices being charged. I should be able to enjoy the food without having to figure out how to make it edible first. Beyond taste, excessive salt is also something restaurants should be mindful of because customers have different dietary and health considerations. I want to be clear that the staff have always been friendly, and I've had good experiences with the food in the past. The portions and flavors, when properly balanced, are good, which is exactly why I originally gave this place five stars. The pastries also tend to sell out quickly, which says something about the demand for their food. But right now, the inconsistent sides and extreme amount of salt are seriously hurting the overall experience. Please, stop over-salting and over-seasoning the food. Seasoning should enhance the ingredients, not completely overpower them. If the consistency and seasoning were brought back to where they used to be, I would have no problem raising my rating again. I'm hoping the owner takes this feedback seriously because this is a business I want to be able to continue supporting.

food was delicious and the staff was so friendly and helpful , especially our waitress Grace!…read moreHighly recommend coming here and if you do you NEED to get the grilled pineapple.

Amazing food, not just food I love the vibe here, so nice people especially Ale was amazing, thank…read moreyou for all recommendations we will definitely be back!!

This restaurant has been here since 2007 and I really should have gone in sooner, since they have…read moreperfected the art of steak. I believe they can give House of Prime Rib a run for their money, especially with their larger portion sizes for about the same price. Their dinner menu has a few options, but their steaks are really well cooked with just enough red without being bloody. Their jus is divine and each bite of steak tastes heavenly with enough flavor and fat that melts in your mouth. They do offer two types of horseradish, as well as salt and pepper on the table. All their entrees come with 2 sides (we really enjoyed the mashed potatoes and cream spinach), a popover (which is good but not as good as their complementary, freshly baked bread), and a house salad which had a lovely dressing that I can't name. We also had two glasses of wine, both bursting with flavor. I'd recommend the Unshackled wine if you want a blended red wine with a fruitier taste or a Merlot for a drier one. While we were too full for dessert, they had delicuous sounding options in creme brulee, tiramisu, and cheesecake. The staff were very friendly, easy to make reservations through a phone call, and we certainly will be dining here again in the future.

This is a belated review, mid June 2026…read more Visited here for my father's birthday dinner celebration with the intention of a special restaurant for a special night out. The restaurant wasn't busy as we were there mid-week. Unfortunately, our experience was quite disappointing. We had a party of 8 and I had asked for a quiet location. Upon arrival, we were directed to a table behind the bar with a few of us in front of the entry doors. After showing us our table, I had suggested we be moved to a table of same size and accommodations to distance ourselves from the door draft, but was told the table was reserved - that party didn't arrive until ~30 later. Sharing some constructive criticism, here are some suggestions: the manager and staff should be more friendly and welcoming, they should check-in with their tables from time (see how things are going) and provide sharp knives. The food was okay, and the plate presentation was lacking - a bit messy, thrown together. If the ownership's intent is be a special / upscale dining establishment, it will not be on name alone. For the price and quality of our meals, and our overall dining experience, I would not recommend this restaurant. Unfortunately, one can only know..............until you know. Still, I wish you good luck.

My wife and I went to Angelicas toady for a celebratory lunch and man o man! Our server Eric was…read moretotally attentive to special diet needs. The food was fresh and very well prepared with freshly made guacamole and fresh avocados. My beef barria enchiladas were tender to the bite and the consommé was fantastic. Wifey had the fish taco trio but not the fried option from the menu, but grilled per instructed and off menu. We HIGHLY recommend this restaurant with the beautiful decor, staff, and exemplary food.

Really beautiful garden and great place for gatherings and talks…read more Tried the tacos and had a mocktail. The tacos are delicious and good for one person size. Highly recommended!