Had a wonderful time! Our server Elizabeth took care of our family. She is wonderful!! Food is delicious too.

I had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant, especially because of Aldo and Benny. They were both so friendly, attentive, and professional throughout our meal. They made us feel very welcomed and took great care of us from start to finish. Their excellent service made the whole dining experience even better. Thank you, Aldo and Benny! read more

Fogo de Chão - Steakhouses Near Me - Brea, California

Came here to have my late birthday dinner and I really enjoyed it. Shout out to Nicole, she's very funny and attentive.

The ambiance inside was nice. The servers were friendly. The food was good. Overall a great experience We got there early before the crowds and would recommend that (5pm dinner). Our table split the tomahawk ribeye and it was a good amount of food. We were also able to order the happy hour burger and it was tasty and a great price Our server was really great and explained all the questions we asked. She gave us good advice and asked if we were celebrating anything. We got a birthday dessert (creme brulee) and it was tasty. We had a great time and would come back read more

First time dining here and it will be the last! Came here for Father's Day dinner and service was horrendous! To start, the wine glasses the brought to our table were all dirty. The still water that was served had an awful smell. The lemons brought to the table looked like they had previously been chewed on. 3 of the 7 of us did the full Churrasco experience. They rarely came by and offered any cuts. We talked to the manager and we got served only 2 different cuts and again nothing. The table beside with a large group kept getting cuts brought to the table. We would try to stop them to serve us and we were ignored multiple times. Not sure what the green/red coasters are good for since they were green the entire time and we were rarely served. Our server checked on us once after she took our order and to bring the check. We were not even offered dessert even though it was Father's Day! Bathrooms were a disaster and had no toilet paper. For this price point I would expected better service all the way around. Would have much rather spend $700 at BJ's across the street than this place read more

Fogo de Don't Go. Came here with family for Father's Day Sunday 2:30pm. with a reservation. I've been to Fogo's in Pasadena, LA, and New York and all great experiences but today at Brea Fogo was not good. 30 minutes after we sat down, one server with Picanha showed up and served half of our group of 10 people. We had to explain to staff that we had been waiting a half an hour and only one server with meat came so far so thankfully they came back with 5 different meats to make up for it but after that they stopped coming. We kept having to ask for more meat to come but maybe one server once every 20-30 minutes would come and serve us. Won't be back at this location. If you come with a party of 4 I think you'll be okay, but the big round table for 10 in the back was not good. read more

We paid $54 without tip for Best of Brazil and I don't necessarily think it was the best of Brazil. They have a large salad bar in the center but with a crowd it's difficult to get around all the tables. The food had little to no seasoning. We asked for salt which has saved a lot of the meat. But we barely got any meat with the slivers they served. Service was okay it was a little chaotic some people even shoulder checked into us and meat juices spilled on our lap. I don't know if it's worth it to go here. Not worth the price the outside looks nice but for the money I'm sure you can get a large picanha and cook it way better than the restaurant and save money. Unfortunately I was hoping for better quality and service but I don't think I'll be coming back. The drinks and the salad bar had more flavor than the meat. The only positive thing meat wise was the spicy beef and lamb. If you like salads this is the place. read more

Fogo de Chão - Drinks (cucumber mint & strawberry hibiscus) - Steakhouses Near Me - Brea, California

A vegetarian at a steakhouse?! Yes, it IS possible but I was NOT impressed. Upon entering, we were told the next open seating time would be about 40 minutes. We opted to wait but the hostess made it seem like we needed a reservation to even be there. Whatever. Once we were seated, our server explained the process and took our orders. I opted for the seared tofu as an entree and added the market table. Everything at the market table & feijoada bar was bare and needed to be replenished. Every item was nearly empty down to the bowls and plates. Once I was able to actually get some food, I noticed several patrons just walk up, grab food items (bacon, fruit, bread etc) with their bare hands and walk away. SMH The seared tofu entree I ordered was bland. It was 2 pieces of seared tofu cut in half to make 4, and a cup of spinach rice. (Which is the same rice at the "salad bar"just mixed with spinach) Honestly, it looked and smelled better than it tasted. The other people in my party had the churrasco experience. They all said the meats were well done and NOT to their liking. Some meat was so tough and dry it was like eating "hot jerky". Also, all the meats listed on the menu were not even offered to them. All in all, with the quality, quantity and cost here for a vegetarian dining at a steakhouse is a hard pass for me. read more

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My friend loves this place for his birthday. Our waitress Melek was amazing. She really went above and beyond. It was super busy but somehow she made us feel like a priority. Now the food. Omg the food. It was so good. The meat was juicy and tender. The garlic steal was my favorite. Also the bread they bring out before the food. The drinks.... I feel like the bartender has a heavy hand lol. My drinks were strong. read more

Fogo de Chão - Steakhouses Near Me - Brea, California

All in all, a great experience with just a few hiccups We visited for a graduation luncheon with a large party. We had one server. He was very attentive but did forget things at times. I get it, he was busy. Definitely check the meat when you cut into it. When we received the chicken, it was bloody! The managers came by and said it was fully cooked but bloody. Kind of disappointed us since it was at the start of our service. read more

My husband and I went there to celebrate my birthday. We arrived as soon as it open for lunch. We were seated promptly. We ordered the full churrasco meal which includes meats, market table salad bar and sides. The meats were plentiful. They keep coming around with different kinds of meat. My favorites were the New York strip steak and the filet mignon. The Brazilian cheese rolls were delicious. I highly recommend it. You can get refills on the cheese rolls. But try not to eat too much of that or you won't be able to enjoy all the other stuff. The salad bar has many items to choose from. It has different salads, vegetables, fruits, cheeses, soup, beans and rice. My favorite was the maple glazed bacon. From previous visits at the Downtown location, I really like their fresh fruits. It is usually very ripe and sweet. Unfortunately the fresh fruits were not very good at this visit/location. They were not sweet. It cannot be that all the fruits were not in season. None of the following fruits I had were sweet: pineapple, papaya, dragon fruit, kiwi. Our server was friendly and attentive. She offered me a complimentary dessert for my birthday. I had the Creme brûlée and it was delicious. This place has a large seating area. It gets loud and noisy when there are a lot of people. The tables and chairs are arranged rather close to each other. The aisles between tables are not very big. Despite the fruits not being sweet and seating area packed, we had a good time. read more

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The food and sevice was amazing, we were celebrating our 30 years anniversary. I highly recommend Fogo de chao. read more

Fogo de Chão - Crème Brûlée. - Steakhouses Near Me - Brea, California

We decided to go to Fogo de Chão for a birthday celebration. We chose the Best of Brazil for $49, but this location charged $54 and the meat selection felt more limited. We loved the picanha, it was phenomenal. The spicy beef was also fun to try since we'd never had it before, and it was delicious. The salad bar setup, however, was a bit challenging. I wish it were like the Pasadena location where everything is on an island and easier to access. It was extremely crowded, which made it hard to move around. The atmosphere is bright and seems better suited for smaller parties. They do have space for larger groups, but our party of six was squeezed into a corner. It felt tight, and the meat servers had to squeeze past us, sometimes bumping into us. One server even shoved their shoulder into my friend without apologizing, and another spilled meat juice on them. We also asked our server for more picanha three times, but it never came around, so we eventually decided to leave. Overall, the food was great, but the service and atmosphere at this location were just okay. I'd recommend going to the Pasadena location instead. read more

I went there during Memorial Day weekend so it was packed. Thankfully, I made a reservation ahead of time for a party of 10 and we were seated immediately with no wait at all. The service was great! Our server was super nice and very attentive to everything we needed throughout the meal. Out of all the meat cuts, the highlight for me was the picanha: super juicy and flavorful with just the right amount of fat which I loved. They also have a buffet with salad options, charcuterie, and soups. I'd definitely recommend this place especially if you're dining with a larger group or celebrating something special. read more

Yummy meat selection! I went to celebrate a birthday and we chose to do the full churrasco that includes Picanha, bone in ribeye, sirloin and more. Every single meat is tender and really good although for the ribeye, it is a lot more saltier. The salad bar is nice with assorted salad and side dishes including prosciutto and some soups. The staff is accommodating and when a meat is not grilled enough, they would take it back to the kitchen and told us that they would come back and they did which is nice. Really nice and pretty interior with large windows and tall ceilings. Perfect with date night and having dinner with friends/ family. read more

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We visit Fogo de Chão at least once or twice a month, and it's our go-to restaurant for special occasions. We typically go for the Full Churrasco Experience as we enjoy the grilled cheese with honey, grilled pineapple, picanha, ribeye and beef ribs among other meats. During our most recent visit, however, we were disappointed when the steak service became very slow. At one point, we waited over 10 minutes without anyone stopping by our table with additional cuts of meat, which took away from the experience we normally enjoy. However, Also, Omar and Lestat completely turned our evening around. We love Aldo for being our server. He was friendly, welcoming, and helped make our visit enjoyable despite the delays. Even though Omar wasn't our server, he noticed the situation and stepped in to make sure we were taken care of. He was attentive, proactive, and genuinely seemed to care about our experience. Lestat was also wonderful and helped put us at ease with his kindness and professionalism. We appreciate how he rounds on every table, and he's done that every single time we've visited. While the slow steak service was frustrating, Omar and Lestat's exceptional customer service made all the difference. Their efforts reminded us why we continue to return to Fogo de Chão for our celebrations and special occasions. Thank you both for going above and beyond to make our evening enjoyable despite the challenges. You truly made us feel valued as guests. We look forward to our next visit! read more

Fogo de Chão - Steakhouses Near Me - Brea, California

I recently attended a private presentation in exchange for a comped meal at FDC. They put us in one of their private rooms which was a little tight, but a nice ambiance with good lighting and quieter space than the main dining room. The salad bar had great variety and fresh offerings which already filled my plate. Then workers came around with their "Best of Brazil" meat offerings. The spicy beef and pichana were my favorites, as some of the other options were overcooked and dry. Service was okay granted the large party size, as we received refills on drinks once and no plate refresh. We were all grateful for the dessert packaged to go, which was decadent and stayed well to eat the next day. read more

Fogo de Chão - Chocolate Brigadeiro - Steakhouses Near Me - Brea, California

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Came here to celebrate a reunion and the food was amazing. My favorite cut of the night was the short rib and the lamb chops. Our servers were great and Melek was especially attentive with our table and made our experience very pleasing. read more

Fogo de Chão - Steakhouses Near Me - Brea, California

came with a group of 12 for a reservation at 8 but we didnt get seated until about 820..? We got the indulgence menu so we were able to choose 1 of 4 items (lobster tail, crab cake, bone marrow and something else) and it came with any dessert of choice. I love the lobster tail. It wasnt rubbery and perfectly buttered. Some of the meats were amazing but some were really salty. I liked the pork chop. The pork belly woth honey and lemon was interesting but fatty. I liked the items at the salad bar. They gave lots of fruits. They gave fried plankton and what seemed like deep fried masa and it was soo good. I wished i got more but i needed to eat meat to get my monies worth. Melek and zaila were such amazing waitresses. At the beginning, the meater kept skipping our table but after they called them out we kept getting meat. Even at the end when we all finished, flipped the cards to red, and got desserts, 1 of our friends were still hungry so the meat guy came by and gave him food. Then came back again with a different piece to personally ask if he wanted more meat. Our waitresses are sneaky too. Sometimes there would suddenly be a new spoon next to me for dessert. Or my coke would disappear and reappear out of thin air. read more

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My family and I were really looking forward to celebrating Mother's Day at Fogo de Chao! This was my first time at this location. I've been the one in El Segundo and my experience there was so-so. I rated this Fogo de Chao only three stars and not five for one reason...the set prices just for dining there on Mother's Day. When I booked this place for my party of 12, there was no mention of the prices for Mother's Day. When I went to the website several times, I clicked on the Brunch Menu and felt the prices were reasonable for what you got. However, when we were presented with the menu for Mother's Day, the least expensive choice was $78 per person!!! And that price didn't even include a non-alcoholic beverage! An iced tea was $4.95 and an orange juice was $5.10!!! I'm not a huge meat eater and was planning on getting the brunch bar which included the salad bar, made to order omelets and waffles. There was no way my husband, daughter and I together ate $78 worth of food! We felt it was very misleading and forced to pay $78 since we were already there and seated. The pricing for Mother's Day should be clearly stated on the website, which I still cannot find. However, the service was excellent! All of their servers, carvers, etc. were very attentive and always made sure we had what we needed. The food was very tasty and there was a lot to choose from. Most likely, we won't be back. We don't eat enough meats to make it worth the price. read more

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Loved the Tequila and Tomahawk night at Fogo de Chao. Our server Melek was so sweet and attentive. She really went above and beyond to make sure we got the bar bites we wanted which was greatly appreciated. Overall this dinner night was a great deal for $45 which included 2 tequila cocktails, a ton of bar bites and a few pieces of Tomahawk steak and ribeye. Overall a great vibe in the bar area and a nice way to fill the restaurant on a Thursday night. read more

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Came to watch the Japan vs Brazil world cup game since they opened early at 10am for their watch party. I was hungry and we ordered three items off their happy hour and the filet and crab cake because I love crab! So much bigger than I expected it to be, other crab cakes are small so I expected it to be much smaller. Pleasantly surprised. All the staff was so welcoming and accommodating. The bartender Adam was by himself and towards the end of the game, the entire bar was full! The CSR Joel delivered some of our food and asked us how everything was doing. We were waiting for more water at one point and Jonathan came over and filled our cups stating he had noticed we needed more water and asked if we needed anything else after that. I felt like every need I could of had was fulfilled. 10/10 experience. Will be back to the bar for sure, but will have to come in and experience the full Churrasco when we have a bit more time to indulge! read more

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One of the better places for a special occasion. This is a new standalone restaurant by Brea mall. They did a marvelous job with the interior with a flair modern and luxury. We arrived before the rush before 5pm with plenty of seatings available. We started out with the buffet table with lots of vegetable, cheese, and essential Brazilian sides selections except for Brazilian Collard Greens. Here are my beef RANKING from bottom to top: Bacon wrapped mignon, Garlic beef, Picanha, Beef Ribs, Filet mignon (upon request). Bacon wrapped meat was cooked well done and even a well done mignon is difficult to chew. Filet mignon was magnificent and I wished that I had requested sooner. read more

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First time here with my girlfriends, and it didn't disappoint. We sat at the bar and had Greg as our bartender/server at first. And after he left, we had Adam. Both were great. I mean really really great. Especially when asking about the backbone of the restaurant The origin of certain plates and drinks. They were both full of great knowledge. Greg makes an amazing classic Mojito. I will definitely be back. read more

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I'm a newbie at Fogo de Chão, and I absolutely loved the experience. The atmosphere had a fine dining feel, and every staff member from the host to the servers and busboys was friendly and welcoming. I ordered the Full Churrasco, which includes all you can eat meats of your choice and access to their five-star salad bar. It's way more than a typical salad bar, with so many fresh and high-quality options. They give you a little coaster that lets them know when you want more meat or when you're full, which is such a fun and convenient touch. Overall, I highly recommend this place for a date night or special occasion. The food, service, and atmosphere make it a great experience from start to finish. read more

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We had the pleasure of being served by Melk at Fogo de Chão while celebrating my birthday, and she made the entire experience unforgettable. From the moment we were seated, she was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. She checked in on us at just the right times, made sure we always had everything we needed, and her positive attitude made us feel truly valued as guests. She went above and beyond to make my birthday feel special, and her exceptional service turned a great meal into a memorable celebration. It's clear that she takes pride in what she does, and it really shows. Thank you, Melk, for making my birthday so enjoyable--we'll definitely be back and hope to have you as our server again! read more

Came in on a Friday night around 9 p.m., excited to try Fogo de Chão for the first time with my husband since we're not from the area. The ambiance was great. The atmosphere was nice and everything inside was beautiful. We were seated right away, which was surprising for a Friday night, especially since the restaurant was almost empty with only about 3-4 other parties around us. The first two meats that came out were pretty good. They were unsalted but cooked perfectly medium rare. Unfortunately, that was the highlight of the night. Every steak after that was extremely salty, and calling them overcooked would be an understatement. We asked for medium-rare cuts every single time, but the texture was more like chewing bubble gum. This was consistent with almost all of the meats that came out afterward. The service wasn't great either. My partner and I had our card flipped to signal that we wanted more meat, but it got to the point where we forgot it was even flipped. When we decided to try more items, we realized it had been flipped the entire time and no one had come by. Service was extremely slow, which was especially disappointing given how empty the restaurant was. The side bar had fruits which we were excited to have, but even the fruits were not fresh nor sweet. The bill came out to $160 before tip, which is absurd for the experience we had. Definitely will NOT be coming back. read more

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We had planned to take my father-in-law here for his 70th birthday. Since we treated him to Ruth's Chris for his 60th, we knew we had to find something that was just as good, if not better for his 70th, and Fogo fit the bill. The hubby and I have been to two different locations - San Diego and Houston - and both were great, so I was a bit worried about coming to this location, since the reviews are not as high as the others. However, we had a wonderful experience!! We had an early dinner reservation at 4:30pm on a Friday, and the place was slowly starting to fill up shortly after we arrived. The salad bar was fully stocked, and the meats were flowing often; we never had to wait more than a couple of minutes for a gaucho to come over and refill our meat. Make sure to say YES to the grilled cheese with honey...DROOL. Besides the amazing food, the service was top notch, which is kinda hard to come by these days. Our server Omar (and his helpers) checked in on us often, made sure we had refills, etc. I know it's a requirement for restaurant managers to "table-touch" and sometimes it can feel a bit forced (been there, done that...LOL). The manager that visited our table - Lestat - was great and was genuinely interested in our experience. We made a few requests for specific meats and when the gauchos came out of the kitchen, he made sure they headed directly toward our table to load us up! My in-laws thoroughly enjoyed the experience here, as did the hubby and I. Now just trying to figure out what we can celebrate so we have an excuse to come back. LOL read more

We chose to spend our Mother's Day dinner at the Brea location of Fogo de Chão after our usual location in Huntington Beach was fully booked. Since they are sister locations, we expected the same level of food quality and customer service we normally receive. Unfortunately, this experience was the complete opposite. Our table repeatedly requested medium-well to well-done cuts of meat. What initially arrived was consistently extremely rare, nearly blue. When we clarified again and requested well-done, the response swung to the other extreme and the meat started arriving completely charred on the outside while still not properly cooked inside. After waiting approximately an hour and a half for acceptable food, the final filet brought to our table was blackened and burned on the outside while still medium inside. When we politely explained that it was unacceptable, the gaucho who brought it out became defensive and argumentative rather than attempting to correct the issue. At that point, I spoke with the Customer Service Manager, Lestat, who was actually fantastic throughout the situation. He remained professional, apologetic and respectful even while clearly being put in a difficult position. He informed me that the individual arguing with us was the general manager, Sauvignon. Unfortunately, the interaction with Sauvignon only escalated the situation further instead of helping resolve it. We decided we no longer wanted additional food and simply requested our bill so we could leave. We had barely eaten despite being there for a significant amount of time. To make matters worse, the original bill was also incorrect. This was not a situation where a large party was splitting checks in different ways. We had seven people sitting at our table, yet the bill was generated for eight full dinners. After that error was corrected, I explained that while the party size had finally been fixed, the bill still did not reflect the experience we had. I was then told that Sauvignon had instructed staff that absolutely nothing would be adjusted on the bill. Only after further discussion was any accommodation finally offered. What stood out most during this entire experience was the clear tension among staff surrounding management. Multiple employees appeared visibly uncomfortable throughout the interaction. We have always enjoyed Fogo de Chão and regularly dine at the Huntington Beach location, which has consistently provided excellent service and food. Unfortunately, the Brea location delivered one of the most disappointing restaurant experiences we have had in a very long time, especially on a holiday meant to celebrate with family. read more

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First time here for a family dinner, and it was a disappointing experience overall. The atmosphere felt more like a loud, high-end buffet than the upscale dining experience I expected. Service was inconsistent from the start. We waited about 10 minutes to be acknowledged, then additional time just to get water (which took multiple trips to fill). Drinks were a major issue: fountain drinks came first, wine followed 15 minutes later, and cocktails took nearly 40 minutes and only after I went to the bar to ask TWICE! And to top it off, When they arrived, they weren't even correct. The marketplace was underwhelming, with several items (meats, cheeses, fruit, and Caesar salad) not being replenished. Service throughout the meal was inattentive, with long stretches (20+ minutes) of no check-ins. At one point, we realized we had been waiting all that time just for a small serving of pineapple, not even enough for the table. I will say they were thoughtful in accommodating my dad with cheese-free bread, which we appreciated. As someone who works in hospitality, this visit to Fogo de Chão Brea felt less like dinner and more like a live training video titled "What Not to Do." Honestly, I should be sending them a thank-you note because I used this exact experience the next day while speaking to a room full of people as an example of how not to treat your guests. So... appreciate the material, I guess? Between the lack of attentiveness and overall experience, it really highlighted how important the basics are. Making guests feel welcomed, seen, and like they matter. Wild concept, I know. Will I be coming back ? NOPE. Do I recommend it? Heck No! Spend your money at the Hat across the street... You'll probably be better off, and still have $$$ left. read more

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Not my first time at Fogo De Chao, but it was my first time at their Brea location. Beautiful restaurant and big inside, the open style layout complements the space well. We came on New Year Eve and the place was bustling. Great service! Servers came around with ample meat selections. All the meats were delicious and tender. Favorite cuts were bone-in rib eye, lamb chops, and picanha. I was surprised to see that they now have pork belly, which was slightly crisp and succulent. Also, another one with honey drizzled on top..yum! Salad bar was well stocked and solid. Though we were all stuffed, we couldn't pass up dessert. We shared crème brûlée cheesecake with berry compote and side of vanilla ice cream that was amazing. Happy New Year! Diet starts next week. LOL! read more

I came here to celebrate the holidays with coworkers during lunch. This restaurant is a dining experience. Luckily, our large group made reservations. They seat when the majority of the party arrive. Walking through the restaurant, it was crowded. Tables are right next to each other, but the interior is modern, upscale. Our party was seated in the back room where there were a couple rows of long table seating. We all ordered the same thing, which includes a wonderful salad bar and meat delivered to your table, $53 per person. We all went straight to the salad bar. The salad bar is extensive and exotic, but no tags that state what the dishes are. Even though it was a mystery, everything looked scrumptious. Because the ceramic plates are on the right, I started there and worked my way to the left. It ends with sliced meats, cheeses, and soups. The soups did have descriptive tags. At the table, they delivered bread with cheese in the center, fried plantains, french fries, and mashed potatoes. The plantains were my favorite. As soon as we all got back to the table...so it began. All kinds of meats on skewers were brought to the table, every imaginable variety of beef, lamb, pork, chicken, sausage, and fried cheese drizzled with honey. Wow! Delicious, flavorful meats. Because I was at the end of the table, I got the most flavorful outer cut of meat with all the seasoning. You grab the cut meat with your tongs. It started with parking, but I didn't lead with that. There's not enough parking. Because it's located in a strip mall, next to an In and Out Burger, I had to circle around a few times before I found a parking spot because someone left. Whoever owns the parking lot knows there's not enough because there are quite a few 15 minute and 1 hour parking spots. read more

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Came here for a birthday and was ready to try their brunch. Place looks nice, but a bit cramped next to tables. We saw our waiter right when we sat down and he was in a really good mood! I asked him how often the meats came around and he said every 2 minutes... that was farrrrr from what we experienced. Never saw him again the rest of our time dining. Our waters weren't refilled till about half way through our dining experience. We then had another waiter that attended to us the rest of the time. It took us about 15 minutes into our seating to finally see some meat come to our table. The weird thing is they only served half our table meat then left to another table without asking. This happened twice! The servers seem to randomly go to tables, not in a structured way where all tables in that general area are served. They serve one table next to us then walk to a whole different section. Meat service is sooo slow. The meats temps were all over the place. Most were either well done or rare. I could see the cold blue hue from a mile away. The servers even told us they didn't want to give us raw meat but still offered it to other tables. It seems they are rushing to get meat out and not properly cooking it. The garlic pichana and pork belly were my favorite but the cook on them was inconsistent each time we had it. Other cuts were bland and the meat quality taste cheap. Ribeyes are usually my favorite but their ribeye was tough and barely had any fat. The market bar they had was ok, everything is cold, which I am personally not a fan of cold veggies. When we left there were 3 employees gossiping at the front entrance and didn't say anything to us when we left like other more upscale dining places do. For the price we paid, I'd rather order a steak from an actual steakhouse that has better quality meat and cooks the meat to an actual medium rare. Probably better service as well. read more

Fogo de Chão - Steakhouses Near Me - Brea, California

Served as a chauffeur for Mom and her outta town guest to catch a birthday celebration for one of their high school contemporaries. I'm very familiar with Fogo de Chão as I've been to many of their locations (out of state included.) They have been good in the past, but lately, it feels like they deliberately delay delivery of their skewered goodies. But I was hoping this place might just break that pattern. ANYWAY! My party of three arrived a little early. I allocated a bit of time for parking (I always do this for places I've never been.) Couldn't find a spot after a couple of rounds, so decided to valet. It's a beautifully set up restaurant. Nice open area with high ceilings. Bar with top TOP shelves. Seating was nicely spaced. I was impressed with its overall appearance. The host reserved a private room to make the occasion more intimate. I'd say there about 40 of us present. The decor was well thought of, including a video of a fireplace on the TV, which I thought was a nice touch. I deliberately had nothing but water all day since I knew I'd be dining here. Once all the guests came through and got done with their meet and greet, we all headed out to the buffet. My initial thought was: impressive. It felt there were less options here than ones I've been to, but still pretty good. I found everything I wanted, but also tried to limit the items I got because I came through mainly for one thing: MEAT!!! So got my goodies, sat at my chair and waited. And waited. More wait... I was way too hungry so I started nipping at my plate. Then finally came one lady with a skewer: PICANHA! Now imagine this: there are two tables with two rows of people on each side (4 rows total.) I was happy she went on opposite side me to offer her services because that meant my row was next. After she walked out of that row, she walked out altogether, not serving the other three rows. AND YES, she had plenty leftover meat on her stick. The next ones came through but few and far between. I got to try lamb pichana, garlic beef, sirloin. There was also chicken and sausage that I skipped. When the lady with the picanha came back, she did the same exact thing the first time - went on the same side then walked away AGAIN. I didn't let her this time. I made sure to call her back, serve my row and asked to serve the other two rows next to me. And then THAT. WAS. IT. They didn't come back no more. The meat option came through so few and far between that we all eventually got full from the buffet items. I even overheard a few people saying they're too hungry to wait and got up for a second round in the buffet. FOOD: 3. Mostly for the buffet. SERVICE: 5 for our server (I think his name was Elmo?) 1 for everyone else. VALUE: 2. It was a private party we were invited to, and granted we didn't pay for it and basing the experience on the amount of churrascaria we got (or the lack thereof), wasn't worth it. I feel the hosts got jipped. PARKING: Private lot and valet for $10. Busy on a Sunday lunch hour rush. If the lot is full and you can afford it, just valet and avoid the hassle. OVERALL: 2. Our server was their saving grace. Otherwise, it would have been a solid 1, if not less. Disappointing, I will say. Serving skewers is the very center and the very reputation of this restaurant nd they failed at it. I also felt it was deliberate. It's a good thing there's The Hat across the street. There's once closer to home (which I've been to - similar experience as here, except more options at the buffet) and one in Pasadena I will be going to next month (also for a birthday celebration.) I guess I'll do more comparing then. Unless I have to come back here for another special occasion, it's a one-and-done. read more

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My experience at this Fogo de Chão location was a bit of a mixed bag. We were quickly seated when we arrived and placed on the outer edge of the restaurant. While this was a great spot for natural light, it ended up having its implications later in our visit. Inside the restaurant, it can get loud, as there is a lot of seating, no large separating walls, and the restaurant is usually busy around dinner time. We loved the market bar, and ended up revisiting it a lot for options like the asparagus and different kinds of salads. The complimentary cheese bread that Fogo de Chão offers is one of my personal favorite sides of all time. Super fluffy with a cheese flavor that isn't super overpowering. However, when it came to the meat, we were less pleased. We were visited for meat a total of 6 times in our two hour dinner. We loved the chicken, but were only able to try it once. The picanha was a bit disappointing and sometimes very tough to chew. In short, I had a less than optimal experience with the meat that I was so excited for. Two things truly saved our visit, though. First, our server, Cassie, was awesome. She was attentive, friendly, and helpful in answering questions and making sure our cheese bread bowls were filled to the brim at all times. The second, the cheesecake brûlée is awesome. Delicious cheesecake that is sometimes overpowered by the sheer amount of sugar, but is delicious nonetheless. Overall, I think I'd give my visit a 7.5/10. The experience is worth the money, and its nice to indulge in a concerning amount of cheese bread. The service for us especially was not the quickest, and sometimes we were left waiting forever for a piece of meat to come to our table, watching everyone around us get the very last pieces. But we did have a great time. If you've never tried Fogo de Chão, I recommend the experience. read more

Came during lunch and had a good time! The market table buffet was amazing and had alot of options! I would come back just for that. The experience was very fun and interesting. Many rounds of different cuts of meats came around and many were juicy and hot. I will say my least favorite option was picanha. But all still good. We were celebrating a birthday and it came with a complimentary dessert which was a really nice touch. Only *minor* issue I had with the experience was the lack of water refill until the very end as it was hard to find our server. Aside from that I had a great experience and I would go back again! read more

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Wow, what a wonderful experience. We were treated like Kings and Queen! This was our second visit. The first was a train wreck but we were invited back by Mo and thankful we did because it was like night and day. I do recommend getting the full Churrasco vs the taste of Brazil because that may have made the difference between the two visits. Join the rewards program for a reduced pricing. Today was exceptional, service, food and ambience. Thanks Brea Fogo! read more

Been several times, never disappointed. My boss treats me for my birthday and anniversary.

Celebrated my upcoming birthday with friends. No better place. All day Happy Hour. Bar bites and special cocktail hit the spot. Thank you Julia for the wonderful service. You were so kind to let us sit and visit. You checked regularly, but did not make us feel uncomfortable and that you wanted us to leave. The brûlée cheesecake was out of this world delicious. Mo, the manager could not have been nicer. Best place for Happy Hour! Back soon read more

ZERO STARS! Came to eat ... They were FULL with big parties They wouldn't allow us to sit at the very open BAR with our baby for fear he might drink apparently (he's 9 months old) NOT ACCOMMODATING FOR PARENTS TRYUNG TO HAVE A NICE TIME... with their child. read more