We went to Fogo de Chao. For how much we spent and the food we got was amazing. We came for all day happy hour and got the $10 Picanha Burger, Filet Mignon Board, and two $1 Caipirinha drinks which only happens on Tuesday. All the food were bussing, top notch, and we were full and satisfied The bar was chill and we got almost the whole place to ourselves. The atmosphere is fancy and classy. The bar tender was really nice. His name was David and he got a complementary Pineapple Caramelized Sugar. To spent around $40 for food and parking, I give this experience a 10/10. read more

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I love coming here for my birthday week. I came here with my best friend that I've known since undergrad. We always come here at least once a year. This buffet has the best market side table salad buffet you'll ever have in your entire life. The meats here are so delicious the previous times that I've been here the meats had a liver kind of taste and smell, and I had mentioned that to the manager and ever since then I have not noticed that liver taste or smell ever again. The meats are absolutely so so delicious now I can't believe how delicious it is. I love getting the crème brûlée here. Nobody does a better crème brûlée coating on top. Nobody does it better than here. Next time when I order a crème brûlée or if I know I'm gonna order a crème brûlée during brunch I'm going to save some of the strawberries for the crème brûlée because around 1:45 PM is when they start taking some brunch items away and replacing them with the dinner items the dinner starts at 2 PM. The service was super spectacular. If you wanted a specific meat, you can ask your server to see when it will arrive so you can paste yourself while you eat. My best friend got the bloody Mary and wow was it loaded with lot of fun stuff in the bloody Mary and he said it was the right I'm out of spicy. I can't wait to come back here again. I'll probably come back here near the end of summer. read more

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Delicious dessert, a good place to go for a lot of meat, but i recommend not going during holidays because it is super packed! Something i wish they explained better is the option when choosing to do the all you can eat. My husband and i went with the little more expensive which includes lobster tail and bone marrow with toast. It is a one and first time ordering, afterwards it is an additional charge. If that was the case I would have just went with the regular. But that's beside the point, it is still good. When it is busy , not all the meat will get to you. read more

Fogo de Chão - Chocolate lava cake - Brazilian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The food was amazing and came frequently. Thank you the staff for the great service and Brandi was excellent in hosting us.

Food and service was AMAZING! Shout out to Brandi for taking care of us and making sure our large party was satisfied with the entire service!!! read more

Nice restaurant! Great if you're a meat lover. Good for hosting events! Service was wonderful! Was there for an event! Food: We had apps- Cheesebread, fruit, yuca fries, spinach dip, bread, a few types of meat ***Everything was tasty! Can be expensive, but good quality meat! Has great happy hour- drinks and food! Plenty of seating, only a few TV's Parking: Valet, metered street parking and ramps. We parked at Ramp A= $25 on an event day. Walking distance to Fogo- maybe a block or two. There was a ramp just around the block that was $10. read more

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Came here with a work group to celebrate. The staff were a little overwhelmed but the food made up for everything. Soooo good and was able to share with the table. Fogo is a Minneapolis classic. Not my first or last time coming here read more

Fogo de Chão - Brazilian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Food was so good! Best burger I've had in a long time. Service was great but it was lunch time so it was not busy at all. read more

Fogo de Chão - Brazilian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Absolutely wonderful service. By far the most attentive servers I have ever had, and not just for the table-side meat service. My water glass was never less than half full, and they cleared plates like machines. Everyone was friendly and willing to answer questions. The inside space is expansive, and can be used by groups of all sizes, or a casual group looking to take advantage of the bar. We chose the Full Churrasco experience for our first visit to Fogo, which means we started at the gorgeous buffet to sample salads, vegetables, stews, soups, cold meats and cheeses. Then we came back to the table to flip our "we want food" token to the green side, starting a parade servers carrying different hot foods (beef, chicken, pork, cheese, pineapple). You either use your tongs to grab a slice, or the server will use their knife to place a chunk on your plate. (see the photos) My favorite items from the Churrasco service were the Bottom sirloin, the sausage, the parmesan pork, and the pineapple (honestly so good). We sipped on Brazilian limeade (it has condensed milk in it) and ate sides of mashed potato, yucca fries and gluten-free cheese bread while the different hot food walked by. We had three different sauces for the meat- chimichurri, horseradish and peppers (though it really didn't even need it). though we were very full at that point, we ended with a piece of chocolate mousse cake. An excellent and extremely unique dining experience. Definitely worth trying at least once! I need to go back to try their cocktails and plated menu. read more

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Our Holiday plans looked different this year and to our surprise, Fogo de Chao was open on Christmas day! We fell in love with Brazilian steakhouse through the Fogo chain MANY years ago and it's a total treat when we go. Fogo de Chao just isn't the same. The experience, the cost, the customer service, the quality...all around more disappointing than other options in the area. First, we were greeted with this line, "please keep your stay under two hours. " What. A. Warm. Welcome. [Yes, this set a negative tone right from the start.] Our table staff took it upon themselves to upsell for the Christmas Holiday. Offering us still or sparkling water from the bottle, but not disclosing that there would be a hefty price tag attached to it. The way it was presented was extremely sneaky and dishonest. Throughout the evening, many carts of speciality alcohol rolled by. We didn't take advantage of these specials, but it was a nice touch for the Holiday. Overall, our table staff was extremely inattentive and not friendly. We were surprised to see a "Customer Service Manager " going table to table...checking how the experience was. What we found interesting is that the rest of her/their team wasn't trained to put the customer first. Seems like a silly strategy. The most disappointing part of the entire experience was the lack of guachos serving. When we flipped our cards to green, we sat for over 12 minutes before a single person offered us a cut of meat. The "Customer Service Manager " beat them to our table (for the second time). Her presenting question was funny, "how is everything so far?!" As we sit with nothing on our plates. We learned very quickly that our strategy for the evening was, "I'll take two slices, please." By doing so, we filled up quickly and honored the two hour limit. Our final disappointment of the evening came when the check was delivered. The Christmas meal price was $10 higher than the price displayed on the menu they gave us. The receipt said, "Holiday dinner". But this was never disclosed to us prior. We didn't mind, but it felt, again, very dishonest. Needless to say, if Fogo's competitor in Saint Paul had been open, we would have taken our business elsewhere. Our preference. read more

Had an amazing experience at Fogo de Chão! The grilled pineapple was absolutely delicious , perfectly seasoned, juicy, and full of flavor. The bone marrow was also super good and easily one of the highlights of the meal. Everything was cooked to perfection, and the whole experience was fantastic. Definitely worth coming back for! I was so full after. The waiters were so nice and I'd highly recommend celebrating a birthday there! read more

The service and managers attitude was a huge let down. We waited forty-five minutes just to get our drink orders taken and a glass of water. When the food finally arrived, our server was dismissive, never checked on us once to refill water, and rolled his eyes when we asked for the check after we had to get up and walk to several other workers looking for it. The meat was only offered one time and the salad bar was messy. Worst service I have experienced in years. Tried to talk to the general manager and she blew us off. Do not recommend and will never be back here again ever in life read more

Love coming to Fogo! Their salad bar is excellent and I especially love the Parmesan cheese with the asparagus and marinated mushrooms. The meat selections are absolutely amazing and I love the variety of chicken, beef, pork, and lamb. My favorites are the bacon-wrapped chicken, bacon-wrapped steak, and all lamb options! Sometimes the staff offer cheese and pineapple -- if you see these, say YES to both! The environment here is very nice, and attire is formal but not overly stuffy. Very comfortable for a dinner out and special dinners with loved ones. read more

I will say I have had better experiences at other Brazilian steakhouses. The meat was okay and salad bar were alright. The service was slow. I got the novelty of it, but for the price I would rather go somewhere else. It was nice to actually go, but I wouldn't go again. read more

This was my first time coming here to celebrate my husband's birthday. Everything from beginning to end was amazing . Delicious choices and amazing spread. The service was excellent a shout out to Izzy for making our night delightful . BEST waiter ever he made us feel special and was attentive to us. The ambience is nice and chill . Enjoyed everything about this place . A+++++++ read more

UPDATE: The owner send this nice email. BUT, after sending my phone number NOBODY contacted me yet. I guess they are not serious about this .... NOT GOOD! We have not been here for several years and thought it was time to go again. Friday evening and the place was pretty packed. That being said the place has lost it charm, it now fells more like a cheaply all you can eat buffet place. Certainly not as formal as it used to be. The price is also high compare to other steak houses in town, so not worth it. The meat was a little bit hit and miss but overall not to bad. read more

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Went to Fogo De Chao for happy hour and it was a great experience! I honestly hadn't known they had happy hour, but loved being able to dine in without having to indulge in the full dinner experience. The happy hour menu has quite a few options including different meats, yucca, crab cakes, and more. I unfortunately did not get to take as many pictures because the food was just that good! Flavorful, fulfilling, and some of the tastiest food I've had in a while. Our service was great and they checked on us frequently. I love how open and spacious the space is, so although there are lots of folks dining in it never felt too crowded. I would highly recommend checking out their happy hour! read more

Fogo de Chão - Brazilian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I just had such a beautiful experience at Fogo, I'm still in shock. I went with the market table and was surprised by the vast assortment of options available - even better - everything was fresh and delicious! What really sealed the deal for me was the service, the GM was SO personable, accommodating, plus I watched 2 different people hug her on the way out.... They're doing something right here. Would highly recommend a visit if you're ever downtown, minneapolis! read more

Did the indulgent churrasco over lunch as a solo treat. They are quick to bring over multiple plates of fried goodies to fill you up including yuca fries, plantain and these delicious buttery mashed potatoes? I also opted for the lobster tail and molten lava cake. I got plate after plate of delicious beef and lamb with a few Parmesan chicken and pork pieces being allowed in as well. It's all you can eat and it's done extremely well. I also LOVE the black beans you can get from their self serve food bar. My only complaints if I had some were how rare the meat is cooked. I'd prefer medium or higher but meat here skews heavily on the rare to medium rare side. I always ask for the most done parts but parts of the experience were still mooing on my plate. I've also previously had their caramelized cheesecake before and I thought it was nasty but that's just my opinion as a cheesecake lover. Was it expensive? Yes, it was about 100 after tip for their most expensive offering. Would I come again? Absolutely. read more

Fogo de Chão - Molten lava cake with vanilla ice cream - Brazilian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great service and excellent food. Loved the bread and salad bar was amazing. We had the special and it was more than enough. read more

Fogo De Chao has a great buffet and a happy hours with business mixers that's so worth it. They have these great cheese bread and meat is always sooooo good! I'm not much of red meat girlie but everything is alwayssss so good! Parking can be a Hassel however parking in the ramp is definitely the way to go. read more

We really enjoyed the food and atmosphere. The restaurant was nice and the wait staff was attentive and very pleasant. read more

I've been here many times, but this is the first time I ever came for brunch. In fact, I didn't know there was a brunch until we sat down. As always, the ambiance gives off a fancy vibe, but not so fancy that I feel like I need to be dressed to the nines. The differences with brunch: omelets station, waffles, sausages, and breakfast potatoes. For the most part, these were fairly standard. I enjoyed what I had, but it wasn't the top of my list. My only complaint is that they ran out of potatoes before I got to the salad bar and it was never refilled in the 2 hours we were there. The wait staff was very good. They kept checking on us to make sure we got the meats we wanted and they were on top of the drinks. I love the Brazilian limeade, and our waitress never let it be emptied for more than a couple of minutes. Previous experiences, I have been ignored for all of that, so I'm pretty happy with everyone this time around. My favorites were the fried cheese, salmon, and lamb steak. Oh and who could forget the Pão de queijo! I missed the lamb chops this time, but that would almost definitely have made the list. read more

Fogo de Chão - Omelette bar - Brazilian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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We stopped in for a meal as we were in the mood for some meat. There is no better place than to go to a Brazilian steakhouse if you are in the mood for meat. It had been 20 years since the last time my husband had been at this particular location. It is still a lovely location and the service was great. It is a very nicely sized location plenty of room for families in groups or for a date. The meat selections were fantastic as always. The only area that I would love to see some improvement in is the choice of desserts to have a non-dairy option. Their drinks are all fantastic. I chose the yellow bird and it was delicious. read more

Fogo de Chão - Yellow bird - Brazilian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Seriously how can you go wrong here great steak and all you can eat served hot right off the grill on a sword "a mans dream " not to mention a really fantastic salad bar I can't believe I even said that there are sides potatoes and plantains but really who cares its all about the meat it is up scale in setting and price but well worth it read more

Great food, service is excellent, the restaurant is beautiful and busy but a great date, business dinner and group setting. They also have special events like business network, dating dinner events and plus more join there guests website to get specials and upcoming events like I do well worth it. read more

My family and I visited Fogo de Chão after the Bobby Lee show, excited to enjoy what should have been a premium dining experience. At $72 per person for the Full Experience, we expected quality and attentive service. Unfortunately, this turned out to be one of the most disappointing restaurant experiences we've had. The biggest issue was the long wait between meats coming to the table. We frequently found ourselves waiting up to ten minutes for the next offering to come around -- and this wasn't because the restaurant was busy. It was 9 PM and the restaurant was far from full. When the meats did arrive, many were overly salted, and several had a flavor profile that honestly tasted either spoiled or poorly prepared. Something was clearly off. Hours later, I found myself incredibly nauseous and curled up in a fetal position waiting for the feeling to pass. That alone guarantees I will never return. I sincerely hope our experience was the result of arriving late and being served meats left over from earlier in the day, because if this is the standard experience, that is deeply concerning. The salad bar was equally disappointing. Much of the food looked as though it had been sitting out for hours and lacked any sense of freshness. Had we not been starving after the show, simply seeing the condition of the salad bar likely would have caused us to leave and find another restaurant. Such an unfortunate experience -- especially for a restaurant that positions itself as premium dining. Safe to say, when I'm back in Minnesota, I will not be returning. read more

I am not sure how to leave a proper review so I am leaving it here haha. On 1/17 I went to Fogo de chao for the first time for my birthday and had the BEST restaurant experience of my life. I had my family with me including my grandmother who has dementia. The staff treated us so kindly I was almost brought to tears. Before the night started I was extremely anxious about how dinner would go. It can be hard having the family together, especially when caring for someone with dementia and a five year old. I wasn't able to get everyone who served us names but I for sure want to shout out Ryland and Elita. Your generosity and kindness will most definitely not be forgotten. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. And thank you to everyone else who came by to check on us and make my 25th birthday truly special. read more

We had a 7 PM reservation but found no valet signs until we reached the corner past the entrance. Once we located it, the valet was quick for both drop-off and pickup. Initially, we were seated near the bar, where guests lingered. Unfortunately, no server greeted us, but manager Michael stopped by to check in. He took our drink orders right away after learning no one had been to our table, but our drinks (a limonada and beer) arrived after the food, as the bartenders seemed overwhelmed. Regarding the food, while the sides were good and the salad bar offered some decent options, the steaks were mostly overcooked or very rare. The overcooked steak was tough and nearly grey, while some were under-seasoned. The bone marrow and chimichurri were excellent--rich and flavorful. We were frequently offered chicken and pork instead of steak. A female server checked in halfway through our meal but never returned. Michael was the only one checking in regularly; he even asked about our meat preferences and arranged for them to be sent over. When we asked a male server for the bill and a box for the bone marrow, it took about 15 minutes for him to return with a small box that didn't fit. We reconsidered ordering to-go meat and dessert due to the slow service. When we received the bill, it was incorrect. Michael came back and clarified the mistake, offering to comp one of our meals. Overall, Michael, the bone marrow and the limonada were the highlights of our experience. read more

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The décor is warm, with dark woods, leather seating, and soft lighting, creating an inviting and upscale environment suitable for both casual dining and special occasions. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly, making you feel welcome from the moment you step in. The "Gauchos" who serve the meat are skilled and efficient, ensuring that your plate is never empty for long. The tableside service adds a personal touch, and the servers are quick to accommodate requests, whether it's for a specific cut of meat or dietary preferences. The meats are cooked to perfection, with a variety of cuts including beef, lamb, pork, and chicken and are notable for their tenderness. My wife was a fan of their Picanha (Top Sirloin) though I was not. In my opinion, the salt is slightly higher on their red meats. The Market Table, which is an extensive salad bar, is another standout feature. It offers a wide array of fresh vegetables, salads, cheeses, and cured meats to balance the experience and get some vegetables in The Caipirinha, Brazil's national cocktail, is a must-try and not my favorite. Fogo de Chão delivers a memorable dining experience that combines high-quality food with excellent service. It's a great choice for meat lovers and those looking to experience a taste of Brazilian culture. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just indulging in a feast, Fogo de Chão provides a unique and satisfying experience. read more

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A lovely celebration of my dad's special birthday. My dad and stepmom had not been to Fogo de Chao and really liked it. Meat was almost always super-fresh from the fire - and was cooked exactly as we requested. We wanted to be sure we got lamb chops and lamb picanha (top sirloin) so we specifically requested they find us with those. Just great. Be sure to ask for chimichurri sauce - just great. We loved the appetizer/salad/sides bar although years ago it was even more lavish (hearts of palm and mire cheeses in the past). However: winners were pear/arugula salad, roasted artichokes, fresh fruits (perfect papaya and berries!). I skipped the fejoada this visit since I wasn't hungry-looked great though. One surprise was the whole roasted pineapple - cinnamon dusted and lightly browned from the fire - delish. Haven't had that at Fogo de Chao before - how have I missed that? Drinks were good: hibiscus caipiriña was a standout and all the others were made well. Super good service. General manager Matt was great on the phone explaining wine corkage to me and staff gave us a table that was a little quieter so my dad with hearing aids would be able to hear better. All the servers were good. Pro tip: lunch or brunch (Sat Sun lunch=brunch) gives you same fabulous spread and celebration but for less money. 6 of us sha read more

First, this is a beautiful restaurant. Everything is shiny and well maintained, including the restrooms. The proteins are succulent and delicious. I favored the beef more than the chicken and pork. However, my all time favorite is the grilled pineapple. I've been on a few occasions. The first visit was surprisingly terrible. The server was completely overwhelmed and was doing the best she could but it was a lot of work. The proteins rarely made their way to our table (with our chip request visible). The salad bar options were scarce and the hot items were cold. No drink refills and several apologies from our server. We did speak to the manager and that went pretty well. The manager heard our complaint about the experience. She did not make excuses or attempted to tell us why we should just accept the poor experience as is. Instead, she listened agreed, apologized and sent a gift card with a request to give them a try again. We came back bc the staff was understanding and kind during this uncomfortable exchange. The next visit was beautiful. Every complaint was a non-issue on our second visit and the manager visited our table and thanked us for coming back. Whew! The customer service really made my night and my sister was pretty happy too. I hate complaining bc it's so stressful. But the staff at this location really made us feel appreciated and welcomed. We have dined a few other occasions since then (maybe 3-4 times since April) and I've enjoyed every visit, food and service. Thanks read more

I am not unaware that my review of Fogo is but a grain of sand on the beach but I'm going to leave it anyway because of how disappointed I was. I have been going to this Steakhouse for probably 10 years at this point and this was by far the worst I've ever seen the place. First off the host was incredibly rude and snarky. I get it, it's a Saturday, but don't treat me like I'm stupid because I didn't know the rest our party hadn't shown up yet. I gave the man the reservation time and name it was under and he proceeded to snip at me about how many people were coming, their arrival time, and how we were not going to be seated until half the party at least had arrived. Cool man, I didn't make these reservations, I have no idea how many it was booked for, or any of those details. Oh and thank you for suggesting that I can go over to your bar to get a drink while we waited or that we can sit in the waiting area. Next our party finally arrives. We're seated. Our waitress is super nice thankfully. Gets us some waters, no plates. Explains the process, and leaves. The meat starts showing up and everyone is super excited. We try as much as we can and I have to say, it's the most unseasoned I've ever had while I was there. I'm not sure if they are just lacking salt in their pantry, have new chefs or what but we were dissatisfied by and large about the taste and that's a completely new development for us given the amount of times we have gone and really enjoyed the food. It was busy of course. I know they have redone everything in the last couple years but they really packed people in like Sardines now and it's difficult to move around so I feel bad for the meat guys. However, we were there for 2 hours and had like 1 round of everything pass by and I'm not sure they like section off which meats go to which section or what but there was many things we saw walking around that never made it over. I asked for about an hour to get the house special and it showed up literally as I paying. We were hoping to be in out, but once that first round of meat came by it took forever for anyone to stop over, minus the pineapple guy he was at our table plenty thankfully. Although I like the pineapple I guess I was expecting to get offered meat since that's what Fogo is known for. We also had issues getting refills. Several of the staff seemed pretty annoyed and short with us anytime we interacted with them and that is not how I recall this experience the last time. I wouldn't pay for this experience again. It's not worth the time, the food isn't as good anymore, and if I wanted to get lip from the wait staff I'd go to a Dicks Last Resort (which I love tbh but at least they are funny). The remodel made it look more commercial and modern. If you're into that good for you but I miss the old Fogo. I'd give any one of the other Brazilian steakhouses a try before going here again, and that is kind of bummer to see. read more

Just had the best experience at Fogo. Food was excellent, and the service was even better. Had the full experience, and nothing was lacking. 10/10 would recommend. read more

Sometimes you try something for the first time and other times you've already tried to concept like Brazilian steakhouses where you can get all you can eat so you have an expectation of how things will be. I was in Minneapolis and needed someplace to eat so I tried this out. It was definitely not one of the better Brazilian steakhouses that I have eaten in. I thought it was expensive for what it was. The food was OK, I wouldn't say it was bad and they did have lamb which is always a treat for me. But I would never go back there. There are too many other restaurants better than this one read more

WORST EXPERIENCE EVER! We felt 100% invisible entire time. The male waiter that we had snarled at us when he first came to the table wondering why we were sitting where we were sitting in who sat the table well it was the hostess and then our 2:00 p.m. reservation was not on time because of all the construction in Minneapolis we called at 2:15 p.m. and we immediately were told we would be charged the dinner prices and not the lunch prices we were there to celebrate our 20th anniversary and it was horrible service we had to hunt people down to get drinks and that took at least 30 minutes and there was the place was not packed at all and we had to hunt people down to get the bill and we had to hunt people down to get meat and we had to hunt down people to get napkins and we got the entire experience but we had about eight different people waiting on us because our waiter never came back this was a huge waste of time and money and then we got sick off the cake later from food poisoning we would have told the waiter but he never came back and we had to beg for the meat several times even though our green tags were up. $200 of nothing. I would not recommend this place to my worst enemy. The worst part about it was one of the guys that was serving meat came specifically over to my face and and accused us of stealing food we addressed that with one of the ladies there and she said she would talk to him. We are senior vulnerable adults and are requesting corporate decision makers to contact us immediately (CEO, CFO, CMO) or we will be forced to call the MN State Health Department, MN Act for the Disabled and Attoney General with our concerns of harassment and discrimination. WORKERS ARE RUDE, LAZY, DISCRIMINATORY, NOT CUSTOMER FRIENDLY AND SLOPPY. read more

Everything about Fogo De Chao is pure class. A remarkable experience. Every detail was special and so worth it. read more

Fogo de Chão - Beautiful. - Brazilian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Michael, Brooke and Shawen were awesome! Michael was so helpful and answered all of our questions. He remade our drinks and made our dining experience great. We love coming here and they made the experience even better. read more

My son and I had a pre-game meal that exceeded expectations - the selection of food at the salad bar was exceptional as were our main courses, but what set the whole experience apart was the incredibly attentive service by all the staff, especially Liam and Tatum! Thanks guys for a great time! read more

Absolutely incredible experience at Fogo de Chão. From the moment we walked in, the service was top-tier -- attentive, professional, and genuinely welcoming. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between upscale and comfortable, making it great for both celebrations and business dinners. The food? Next level. The variety of fire-roasted meats kept coming nonstop, and every cut was seasoned and cooked to perfection. The picanha was especially outstanding -- tender, flavorful, and perfectly carved tableside. The Market Table had an amazing selection of fresh salads, cheeses, and sides that easily could've been a meal on their own. Everything felt high-quality and intentional, from the presentation to the pacing of service. If you're looking for a dining experience that feels premium and memorable, this is the place. Definitely worth it -- we'll be back soon. read more