We had dinner at Rustic Bistro 21 on the Southside of Jacksonville, just south of Arlington…read more They're at 3980 Southside Blvd, just south of Beach Blvd on the west side of the road. We've been here once before. We really liked it but it's been a while since then. We started with the Pao de Queijo, which is the cheesy bread you usually get at a Brazilian steakhouse. We both love this kind of bread and theirs was fantastic. I ordered the Pinanha Rustica and I am so happy that's what I settled on. I ordered the beef medium rare and it was cooked perfectly. The Chimichurri sauce was good but honestly, the beef didn't need the help. The thing that surprised me the most was how much I loved the Biro-Biro Rice as a side. It was a really unique combo of things I've never had together before. I would probably go back and order an entree of just that if they offer it! My wife ordered the Costela Ao Molha Madeira Com Risotto de Parmesao. She really liked how the risotto was super cheesy. She said it actually reminded her of the cheesy bread. The beef short rib was very tender and juicy. She said it was a simple dish that added up to something special. We rarely order dessert but decided to split the Petit Gateau de Doce de Leite. It was so rich, dense and delicious. The pecan ice cream with it was great as well. It was small but enough for us to split. I'm bummed I forgot to get our servers name because he was fantastic. We really need to not go so long between visits because this visit was just as good as the last one. This review originally appeared in the Jacksonville Fun, Eats & Drinks Facebook group.

This restaurant is a hidden gem! The food is fresh, authentic, and full of flavor, with good…read moreportions that leave you satisfied. What really sets this place apart is the personal touch--the chef comes out to greet guests, makes sure everyone is enjoying their meal, and takes the time to get to know his customers. His kindness and passion for the food create a welcoming atmosphere that is hard to find. The restaurant itself is small, cozy, and has great vibes, making it perfect for an intimate dining experience. If you're planning to come with a larger group, I would definitely recommend making a reservation. Families with young children will appreciate the thoughtful touches as well. They provide crayons and paper to keep little ones entertained while waiting for their meal. Great food, wonderful hospitality, and a warm atmosphere--I highly recommend this place!

In for late lunch party of 10 - reservation made and table was ready upon arrival. Gorgeous…read moreinterior bar area and main dining room area. Liked that they had some options regarding meal 1. Salad area only. 2. Salad bar plus seafood/ chicken / pork option and final overall all items. Salad bar had some good items and lots of choices. The pork belly and cold shrimp were my favs. As well as black beans and mushrooms. The seafood option included grilled baked salmon and shrimp. Both tasty. Great service and wonderful ambiance- will be back.

The meat quality isn't the best. Doesn't really matter if you ask for meat done a certain way. They…read morewill cut and serve you what they have. We were a party of 22 people. Our waitress left before us so they had a very hard time figuring out our checks in the end. Some people overpaid, some didn't pay at all lol. It was a cluster. Overall, it's nice for a special occasion. I would spend my $65 per person at a high end steak house and feel like my money was better spent.

Our dinner Saturday night was amazing. ..the valet made…read moresure we didn't get wet from rain to start and onwards out Alex and Glen literally treated us like royalty. The food was unreal....I mean unreal. Service was very quick and with a smile. Managers came by often to check to make sure everyone was happy....especially Andre. I know where I will be going a lot more often.....oh.....deserts were awesome....Ainsley described them perfectly and I got exactly what I wished for....key lime pie.....Lindsey then made us night caps in the bar which she made perfect martinis.....she is very nice....I love Fogo....

Five-Star Hospitality That Turned a Hurricane-Threatened Celebration Into an Unforgettable Evening!…read more I have traveled the world and dined at some of the finest restaurants in New York, London, Paris, and Los Angeles, so I know exceptional hospitality when I experience it. What I didn't expect was to find one of my most memorable dining experiences at Fogo de Chão in Jacksonville, Florida! We were hosting a surprise milestone birthday dinner, and Mother Nature apparently had other plans! With a hurricane threat looming, our guest count changed, flower deliveries were disrupted, and last-minute adjustments became the order of the day. Through it all, Senior Sales Manager Hilary Williams we was an absolute gem! Warm, gracious, accommodating, and remarkably unflappable, she handled every curveball with a smile. Her flexibility and genuine desire to make our celebration special were evident from beginning to end. And then there was our server Santiago. Oh, Santiago! When I first met him, I must confess, I had my doubts. Could one person really manage a private dining room with 14 adults, an 11-year-old, and a very energetic 2-year-old, while delivering the level of service I envisioned? I wasn't convinced. Well, Santiago certainly showed me! Not only did he help us execute the birthday surprise beautifully, but he proceeded to put on what I can only describe as a masterclass in hospitality. He read the room brilliantly, adjusting his approach to different personalities and preferences. He curated drinks for guests who are serious liquor connoisseurs, confidently recommended the Wagyu beef (more on that in a moment!), anticipated our needs, and somehow managed to make everyone feel personally attended to. What impressed me most was his ability to balance exceptional service with thoughtful attention to our budget. He helped us maximize the experience without exceeding what we had planned to spend. That combination of attentiveness, discretion, and financial awareness is a rare talent! It was the little things that truly distinguished him: discreetly presenting the bill without interrupting the festivities, helping me cut and serve a three-tier birthday cake, and continuously checking that our guests were enjoying themselves. All while keeping the evening flowing effortlessly! Watching someone who is genuinely an expert at their craft is a pleasure, and Santiago is exactly that. He wasn't simply serving dinner; he was orchestrating an experience. Now, about that Wagyu! Santiago insisted we try it, and he was absolutely right. It was phenomenal. The only problem is that he may have permanently ruined ordinary beef for me! How am I supposed to go back now? If I had one small wish, it would be that a greater variety of meats had circulated through our private dining room. But that is a minor observation in an otherwise outstanding evening. What could easily have become a stressful, weather-disrupted celebration turned into an elegant, joyful, and unforgettable occasion. The birthday girl was genuinely surprised, our guests were delighted, and the hospitality exceeded my expectations. Hilary and Santiago, you are extraordinary ambassadors for Fogo de Chão. Your warmth, professionalism, flexibility, and attention to detail elevated our celebration in ways you may never fully appreciate. I've visited Fogo de Chão numerous times in Manhattan, New York and Santa Monica, California but Jacksonville has set a new standard for me. Five stars, without hesitation. And Santiago, I am still thinking about that Wagyu!

Our server Teddy was very knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and efficient. She made our doing…read moreexperience an excellent one. Food selection on the Mega bar was extensive. Chilled and fresh. Meat preparedness was spot on for our medium rare preference. And some tasty desserts.

I'm a firm believer in second chances, so when I saw a BOGO on Ubereats for the Churrasco Plate, I…read moreknew I had to give this place another chance! This time, it was better and I'm glad I gave it a try as needed protein after battling sickness while on a work trip. I'm more keen on trying this place again if sent again to Jax for work.

6/4 we decided eating at this buffet and selecting our meat choices, would be nice for lunch,…read moreapparently it been a year since we were here. I was glad to see there were people eating there and on the buffet was potato, egg salad, beets, black beans/rice (very good), mixed greens, diced tomatoes, avocados, olives....then beef/potatoes in gravy, sausages, liver and onions...and more were offered offered are at the buffet...down from there are the enclosed grills(?) that have the real meats-sirloin, beef ribs, chix breast wrapped in bacon, chix legs, etc. you say what you want and he shows you and you say as much as you want. Everything is weighted at the end, $12 s pound. There are tables around the corner to eat. They have breakfast and lunch till 5 pm; there are other times on weekends so one may need to call! Besides the buffet there is a store of products too-spices, cook wear, clothes, bakery items, canned goods, dry products, freezer item..etc

When we are craving affordable and delicious Brazilian steak, Rio Bonito is our go-to place. It's…read moreactually a grocery but they also served hot meals buffet. Some of our favorites are the beef ribs (not always available), sweet plantains, green vegetables, picanha, sirloin, chicken lasagna, and chicken breast with bacon. For $11.99 per pound, it's really a good deal. Their steaks are seasoned well and you can request on how you want your steak, I prefer medium. Highly recommend this place if you want your food to be served hot, fast, and tasty!

Every week our community has a food truck night, and this week happened to be Brazilicious. Since…read moreI'm a huge picanha fan, it was a no brainer that we'd have to give it a shot. We ordered the samba plate, which allows you to pick any 3 meats, so we selected picanha (cooked rare), shrimp, and sausage. Unfortunately, the steak ended up being closer to well done by the time we made it back to the house, but I think that's just the cost of taking steak to-go, and not necessarily the fault of the restaurant or chef since it's natural for it to continue cooking inside of the styrofoam box. Temperature aside, the flavor and quality of the meat was great, and you receive a very generous portion for the price. Along with the samba plate, we ordered steak fries and empanadas. Although the steak fries were pretty plain.. basically just steak plopped on top of fries, they were delicious, especially with the creamy herb sauce that is served with them. The empanadas were ginormous, and I like that the dough almost flaky rather than being super thick. We were very pleased with Brazilicious and will definitely hit them up again next time!

Got a Brazilian sausage wrap with fries. Not sure what makes it "Brazilian" sausage, if anything,…read morebut it's a good choice of sausage for a wrap I guess. It's thick and meaty and not too soft. The pita is of the very thick and soft variety, which is naturally my favorite. The vinaigrette and sour cream sauce mix also works pretty well. The fries were just okay. In hindsight, some of the other menu items were more interesting, but I just felt like getting a wrap. I'll have try other stuff if I see this truck again.

Woww! What a restaurant. The food is amazing, they have a vast selection of options for you to…read morechoose from. I personally had the Bandeja Paisa, and let me tell you it was really good. The service was good, even though it was busy today. Our waiter Cesar was always there when we needed him. It is a nice ambiance, great for chilling with friends and family. We were a party of 9, and we had an amazing time. GRACIAS SALENTO! Definitivamente volveré!

Woww! What a restaurant. The food is amazing, they have a vast selection of options for you to…read morechoose from. I personally had the Bandeja Paisa, and let me tell you it was really good. The service was good, even though it was busy today. Our waiter Cesar was always there when we needed him. It is a nice ambiance, great for chilling with friends and family. We were a party of 9, and we had an amazing time. GRACIAS SALENTO! Definitivamente volveré!

At first I was a little skeptical because I saw a review saying the business was closed but after…read moreplacing an order I received some of the best pizza In Jacksonville to date! The wait may be a little long at times it's well worth the wait, like they say, you can't rush art. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Please don't believe the troll who wrote the one star review. This place is honestly amazing.

Awesome guys and amazing food. Have had the pleasure of enjoying their kebabs a few times and every…read moreexperience is delicious and keeps me coming back for more. Portions are incredible and the food is always fresh and packed with flavor. 10/10 some of the best food in Jacksonville.​

Chicken was kinda dry, sauce is amazing, rice was good with the sauce... service was wonderful!!…read moreThe man at the register is super nice!! Tried the Soda & it was really good. Food truck looked really clean and well kept!

So glad they opened another location near our place! Although it's a smaller spot, they still offer…read moreone of the best and affordable Brazilian food you crave. We ordered Picanha and Grilled Chicken Breast for our entrees. We waited a few minutes since it's made to order so it came out hot and freshly cooked. As for the sides, they have several options which you can choose from their hot bar. Both meats were flavorful and tender. I loved the Chicken Lasagna! I can't believe it was a side option! And of course you can't go wrong with sweet plantains, so yummy! We also tried their Beef Empanada. Crispy and lots of beef fillings, delicious! The staff was friendly and the place is clean. They also offer assorted desserts, but we were so full, so that is for the next visit!

If you are looking for a quick place to eat hearty food, I recommend this place. Picanha and skirt…read moresteak was seasoned well and cooked to the temp we liked. We also tried the daily special which I opted for fried fish. Serving is big and priced good. Service was pretty quick and places is clean.