My birthday last month was a dud. Since you asked ... I was relegated to eating leftover eggdrop…read moresoup for dinner! Notably pissed, I demanded a do-over. Last night was the night. I was duly impressed with Berimbau in 2024 and since it was MY night -- that's where we went. (Reservations, btw always warranted.) The Picahana feast ($149) previously included salad. In light of the national cyclosporiasis crisis, they've adapted their menu: steak, corn farofa, heirloom tomatoes and creamed spinach. If you're in NYC and enjoy red meat, visit Berimbau. The Picahana feast feeds three hungry adults, with leftovers. (Note to self: next time request medium rare; medium is a tad too well done.) I enjoyed their creamed spinach a bit more than T and my daughter. It had somewhat of a gummy consistency, more pronounced when the dish cooled. We were in accord with everything else, particularly their Brazillian rolls (pao de Quiejo) and guava/stracciatella dip. Rather than order from the wine list, we brought our own. $40 corkage fee. If you follow our lead, please call in advance. Desserts are small, but rich. Two for the three of us was perfect. We shared carmelized yuca cake with cupaucacu cream and cacau & caju, a satisfying dark chocolate. There are many celebrated steak houses in Manhattan which are often super-expensive and a la carte. While far from cheap, in comparison Berimbau offers a bang for one's buck and the Picahana cut is nothing short of delicious. Service is friendly and on-the-ball. Plus the dining room is very pretty.

Made a reservation to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday , upon arrival was greeted by Jaylin and…read morewhat a pleasant person to see. So nice and accommodating . Sat at the bar since I was a little early and was still waiting for my other half to arrive , enjoyed an amazing guava caipirinha and the great company of Mayara ( the bartender) . She also made us some traditional caipirinhas and a Moscow mule that was on point . I could honestly say at that bar all day since she was so friendly and welcoming . We were then seated at our table and our waitress Lais was also so nice and helpful , she made sure we had everything we needed . We had the picanha experience and the moqueca de camarao . Both so good , well seasoned and served with an awesome presentation . For dessert we ordered the brigadeiro and being that I am 100% Brazilian from Rio de Janeiro I was a bit disappointed by that . The sprinkles were missing :( even tho the consistency was good . They also brought a little cake out with a candle and that was such a special touch . I was told they have weekend events and live music upstairs , so I will definitely look into that in the near future . All is all it was a great experience and I highly recommend this place , let me not forget to mention the classy decor and great vibe ..

Brazilian BBQ buffet! The restaurant has a great atmosphere and good service. You'll get a sign,…read morewhen the meat is ready, they'll bring it to your table. Flip the sign to green if you want more, or red if you don't. The meat is fresh (at least the grilled chicken thighs I had were tender with crispy, juicy skin). I saw on Xiaohongshu that many people complained the meat was too salty, but maybe it varies by location. Overall, the Brooklyn spot paired with salad isn't overwhelming. The best dish was the filet! When we went right at opening, it seemed like there was a strategy to serving: they started with cheaper cuts, and only after we were nearly full did they bring the pricier filet , which can get heavy quickly. After one round, we were pretty full! Friends, save some appetite--it's better to come with a bigger group. The three of us asked them to cut the meat into just two pieces each time to avoid getting tired of it too fast. The salad bar is self-serve and unlimited. If you come for lunch and only eat salad, the buffet seems to be just $18? Pretty good deal. We had lunch at $49 per person (basically all the meat included). They have multiple buffet tiers, with different prices for lunch and dinner. For seafood, lunch is $69 per person (includes lobster, crab cake, roasted bone marrow, etc.). We felt we couldn't eat that much, so we didn't choose it. Dinner is more expensive, so lunch is definitely the better value!

Food: We tried the full churrasco for lunch which is $60 per person and includes a variety of meats…read moresuch as top and bottom sirloin, ribeye, filet mignon, pork sausage, bacon wrapped chicken breast, chicken leg, lamb chops, and parmesan chicken. The full churrasco includes the unlimited salad bar which includes a variety of greens, cheeses, cold cuts, smoked salmon, fruits, bean salads, rice, beans, and more. Brazilian cheese bread and other sides are also included in the meal. Overall, the food is excellent quality and delicious. Service: Service for the most part was excellent, and servers come around constantly asking if you need anything. The meats were a bit slow to come out, and for the first half of our meal, we weren't offered much meat which was disappointing. It was a lot of waiting around for the meat to come to our table. We had to start asking servers to send over specific cuts of meat before it started coming out. I'm not sure if bringing meats out slowly and not frequently is intentional on the restaurant's part, but it would be disappointing if that's the case. This experience made me not want to return in the near future. Ambiance: The ambiance is very upscale and high end. Seating is comfortable, and the restaurant is huge with multiple floors. Both large and small groups can be accommodated.

If you know me, you know I enjoy a Churrascaria. I've been to a national chain, local ones, and…read moresemi expanded ones with a few locations. When visiting NYC with one of my besties, we decided to try this location out after miles and miles walked. They had an exceptional salad bar and the meats were very delicious. Loved the bubbly I ordered, and their Brazilian cheese bread was delicious. Our wait staff never left us with empty glasses and we enjoyed the beauty of the restaurant. I'd definitely return if in the area!

Absolutely phenomenal experience! The staff is fantastic and the manager is definitely a gem…read more The food is fresh and variety is great. Can't wait to be back and the deserts speechless.

I was beautifully surprised at how delicious the food was. Beautifully plated and generous…read moreportions. Protein dense, you'll be well satiated. The staff were pleasant and helpful in decision making and questions. It was a nice Sunday vibe with music. I would go again!

Definitely recommend! Food and service was amazing and I can't wait to go back. I had BRASA (skirt…read moresteak, baby corn cream, corn farofa, chimichurri) and RIGATONI À LA CACHAÇA (octopus, cachaça & tomato sauce, coalho cheese) and it was great

Dinner with my wife and cousin who wanted to take us here. This place delivers!!!…read moreExcellent service, amazing food and great vibe! We had an awesome dinner and were well taken care of. I'd highly recommend this place. One of the best meals I had during our stay in NYC. Oh and the desserts are worth the calories.

Casual setting and nice vibe…read more I had dinner with my friend at this friendly Brazilian restaurant recently, great service and good food. My Shrimp with Hearts of Palm in Pineapple Sauce was flavorful, and my friend enjoyed the saucy Chicken Stroganoff with Mushrooms!

The baked branzino at Emporium Brazil was simply outstanding! The fish was incredibly fresh,…read moretender, flaky, and cooked to perfection. The flavor was delicate yet so satisfying, with beautifully balanced seasoning that allowed the freshness of the fish to really shine. The herbs, olive oil, garlic, and subtle touch of lemon brought everything together perfectly. Every bite was light, flavorful, and incredibly fresh. Honestly, one of the best fish dishes I've had in a long time. Highly recommend the baked branzino at Emporium Brazil!

Excellent experience at Emporium Brasil! The food is amazing. The branzino was delicious and…read moreperfectly prepared, and the picanha was absolutely fantastic. The service is always excellent and very attentive. The bar is my favorite spot -- I always receive great service there, and the atmosphere is wonderful. Definitely one of my favorite places to eat. Highly recommended!

Kobabo NYC was a 10/10 experience. We came here for a birthday party, and our main server, Laura,…read morewent above and beyond to make sure the table's needs were met. She gave amazing recommendations on what to order for both food and drinks and had such a pleasant personality, which really made the night special. Our table ordered a bunch of appetizers to share, and the portions were perfect. We started with the cucumbers, which were super refreshing and flavorful. Definitely get the crispy rice -- every version was great, but the crab and salmon tartare were the table's favorites. For crudo, we got both the yellowtail and the salmon, and the yellowtail was so good we had to order a second round. The skewers were also a hit. Each one comes with its own sauce depending on the meat or veggie, and they come three pieces per skewer, with a minimum order of three. We tried the beef, chicken, and eggplant, all cooked perfectly. We ordered all three desserts. Our favorite was the crêpe cake. Definitely order this. The space itself is beautiful, and at 10 PM it transforms into a lounge with hookah, a dance floor, and a live DJ. On Fridays, they play house music, which wasn't really our favorite, but the overall vibe was amazing.

Went for brunch to the spot. Looks like an amazing place with live music. There were a lot of large…read moreparties as well. You can also bring in your pet if you would like. The food is absolutely delicious. They have both like a Brazilian cuisine and some Japanese flavor as well we had the hand roll and eggs Benedict. Definitely do try their cocktails as well! The staff is super friendly and accommodating!

Leitao was honestly one of the best restaurants I've been to period. Everything was above and…read morebeyond from the food to service. Big shoutout to Pele who was our server/bartender he did an amazing job. Next time I am in the city this is a must go.

Came here for my birthday and it was a great experience. The setting was intimate and cozy, and…read morestaff were very friendly. We ordered the octopus salad as an appetizer and got the ribs and steak as entrees with a side of mashed potatoes. The ribs were the highlight. Very flavorful and the meat just fell off the bone. The mashed potatoes was creamy with goat cheese. A great experience and I'd love to return to try the rest of the menu

Such a cozy spot with a charming back patio…read more Stopped in to do some work. Not a lot of electric outlets, but tons of seating space and WiFi. The chai latte is delicious. I like to savor drinks but I finished it fast. Paired it with the 5 for $5 pao too. They're really addicting. I couldn't stop until they were all gone. The workers are all so sweet too. I think I saw 3-4 different workers and they all had exceptional hospitality.

Great service, I've been here once and the cashier Ana remembered my name!…read moreThey are right at the best location in Astoria, and the brazilian treats are the best. I'm ordering one of each... empada! yucca with beef ball, two different cakes and of course with Guarana Antartica.

I passed this restaurant many times without realizing how good it was…read more I had a late night delivery order of Vegetarian Feijoada with Rice and Kale, Passion Fruit Juice, Limeade and Flan. The food was Fantastic! The feijoada was delicious with unique spices, clearly simmering for a long time with a large variety of vegetables. It came with fluffy rice and fresh kale (nicely presented)...both excellent. I got two juices...the passion fruit and the limade...fresh and homemade. Finally, the flan was delicious. Overall, an outstanding meal. Good packing and fast delivery. Highly recommended.

One of the most stellar Brazilian joints I've ever been in. Just stepping into the place, it has an…read moreintimate setting and aura to it with the hanging lights that coincide with the dark colored walls, giving the inside a mix of dim and bright. I've only seen one waiter in the area but he does his job with precision and punctuality that it almost makes me worry that he could get overworked if the place was a lot busier but it was manageable during lunch break. I've ordered for lunch Fried Tilapia with beans and rice along with a chicken & beef Empanada and Guarana cola. The meal was thoroughly sublime. The empanadas were a mixture of crisp but also tender, the fish was divine, flaky, nowhere near as dry, the lime with it also adds to the flavor and the Rice & Beans are a staple compliment to the meal. Meal itself was affordable, came up to $25 along with a solid $5 tip because the experience was very pleasant. I recommend this place at the highest of orders.