Obviously a great experience and always awesome to dine at this place! Great meat selection! Ambience is always cool! This review particularly goes out to Abdo, the manager of the Irvine location. He does everything you'd expect from a great manager. I took my guests our for dinner tonight and Abdo made sure they had the best dining experience they've ever had. Thanks Abdo! read more

Best steak , great service, good vibes, sangria amazing Will return soon good time nd great food read more

We came here with a party of 5 on a Saturday at 5:45 for my dad's birthday. I did make a reservation just to make sure we had a spot but the place was very spacious so I'm not sure if it's entirely necessary, maybe later in the day. The place is beautiful, very clean, very fancy. The waiter who explained how everything works had a pretty strong accent and it was kind of loud in there so it was a little hard to understand but he was more than happy to answer any questions we had. The salad bar had a ton of variety and all of it was so good. The shrimp was delicious and spicy, the jasmine rice was so warm and soft. The potatoes were cheesy and soft. They give you complimentary mashed potatoes, cheesy bread, plantains, and French fries and all of it was cooked to perfection. It was hard to not eat all of it right away. The meat selection is a little overstimulating since the waiters are just buzzing around the tables looking for people to shave off a piece of meat for. All of the food runners were extremely friendly and looked happy to be there, there were just so many of them. You get overwhelmed because you just start saying yes to all the meat because you don't want to miss out on a good piece but then you end up with a ton of food on your plate. I tried to play it cool and only eat small portions at a time but I got full so quickly :-( the best meat had to be the filet minion, the worst being some of the lamb options, but none of it tasted bad. We didn't order any drinks because we were trying to only get full off the actual food but we had multiple waiters try to get us to order their house cocktails. Next time I would definitely try one now that I know what to expect. read more

Okay my review is long overdue as I've been a longtime super fan of TDB! They are consistent with their quality over the years and it's seriously the best Brazilian churrasco (trust--I've tried several different ones and nothing hits like TDB). The salad bar has such a great variety and I loooove the lobster bisque soup (please don't ever take it away)! Special shout out to this Irvine location as we've always enjoyed not only a delicious meal but such a lovely experience with the team members and our wait staff. The manager walks by to check in every time, the servers and churrasco servers are so friendly and attentive, and we truly feel welcome and excited for another awesome experience from even the host staff the moment we walk in. Thanks for being so great Irvine TDB team! You guys rock. read more

My husband was the one who found this incredible restaurant and brought us here for our anniversary. At first, I wasn't sure whether I would like it because I can be a little nervous about trying new places, especially if I've never heard of them before. But my husband reassured me that the food looked good, so I decided to give it a try. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt fancy without being over the top. The staff seated us right away and explained how everything worked. I chose the salad bar option, while my husband went with the full meat option. As soon as I tasted the food, I was immediately sold. The rice, beans, and mushrooms were all cooked perfectly. Everything had great flavor and the right amount of salt. Their salads were so good, and they had an endless supply of delicious cheeses and olive oil. They also served one of my favorite coffee brands, Lavazza, which made me very happy. On top of that, they brought out some amazing appetizers, including fries, cheesy bread, and plantains. The only downside is that the restaurant does not allow you to take food to go. I was honestly bummed because this is one of those places where the food is so good that you want to take some home and enjoy it later. Still, I absolutely fell in love with this place and always try to visit whenever possible. read more

Texas de Brazil - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

Absolute trash! I've eaten steak from quite a few Brazilian steakhouses, and until now I can legitimately say that I've had the pleasure of experiencing the worst steak in the history of the world. It was not even edible, so fortunately I had the dry bacon wrapped chicken as my other entree. Never ever again will I ever eat here. From now on Fogo de chao is the only place I'll ever go read more

Texas de Brazil - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

Solid 7.5/10 The brisket had to be my favorite they cooked up a fire brisket the rest of the steaks were ok pretty good nothing special to be honest. The sides at the food bar was decent variety of options and many good options to substitute for anything that wasn't good so I'll give that 7.5/10. The cheesecakes 8/10 pretty good nothing omg i gotta come back for these but pretty dam good cheesecake. Restaurant was coo very big very packed the design was cool servers were cool too very high in energy and great attitudes. Definitely better than "high end" restaurant servers i've been attended by. Location is pretty cool too right by the irvine spectrum close to laguna beach my favorite. Servers and restaurant ambience i'd say 8/10 Overall 7.5/10 I'd come back for sure read more

Texas de Brazil - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

The worst Brazilian restaurant I've ever visited. I waited over 30 minutes for the meat, and the server was rude and dismissive. While I was still waiting, I told him I hadn't received all the meat I was waiting for. Eventually, I said, "You know what? I'm done." He took my plate and brought me the check. The server also tried to open a bottle of wine without me ordering it or asking whether I wanted any. I'm under 21, and I clearly told him that I don't drink alcohol. The manager was even worse and did nothing to address the situation. Terrible service and an incredibly disappointing experience. I will never come back. read more

Love the idea of unlimited different types of protein available. The only thing their meat is highly seasoned and majority is bacon wrapped. What happened to the good old salt and pepper. Service was great. The ambience fine. read more

Went for my birthday yesterday and for the first time! The only thing I didn't appreciate was that my husband asked if they did anything for birthdays and our server, Fabian said yes and to pick a dessert! He charged us $10 for the flan and $10 for the caramel without disclosing that it was going to cost us that much! Usually restaurants will do a little free thing for birthdays, especially when you're spending over $200! Overall Service was great! Lots of choices of meat, it almost felt overwhelming, in a good way! read more

Friendly staff and great food. Had to return here after a poor experience with a different Brazilian bbq restaurant. This will always be my favorite. Super friendly waiter from Brazil and the GM was also very nice. read more

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My review might be biased since I went here for Valentine's Day and let me tell you the wait was LONG, even with reservations. It was also super busy and it took awhile for servers to come around with different meats. Food and salad bar were great quality. My #1 favorite item was the Malibu pina colada!! I highly recommend this drink if you like something light, tropical and sweet. Loved the sides included on the table - cheese bread balls, fries, mashed potatoes, plantains! FYI, desert menu isn't included in the dinner menu price! Would have been nice to be notified of that before ordering desserts. Our check came out to ~$200 for 2 guests with 2 desserts ordered read more

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Pull up a chair and get ready for the feast of your life. First of all, come prepared, I wear a dress or loose clothing. Do not make the mistake of wearing jeans for all things holy... do not... especially if you mean business. The salad bar is beautiful, tons of marinated veggies, and condiments for salads. The lobster bisque soup is heavenly.... It never disappoints. The steak at this location is cooked well and seasoned well. If you come at 4:30 the salad bar is beautiful and fresh for the start of dinner. Good drink selection. The cooked cheese bread balls are too good to pass up, do yourself a favor and pace yourself. Deserts are pretty good, well sized portions for those who want to consume 3500 calories in one sitting. I could go the rest of the week without eating. Cheers fellow meat lovers. read more

Texas de Brazil - The green card for full protein love - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

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What a way to spend NYE with a variety of tender and juicy meat options for dinner. My experience was amazing, even with the minor hiccup after checking in for my reservation. About my last dinner of 2025. Arrived about 20 minutes earlier than my reservation. I was checked in from the very friendly host. Since it was going to be a little bit of a wait, I walked over to the bar to grab a couple of drinks. Within 10 minutes I received an email notification that my reservation was canceled. No worries and not an issue. The manager and host fixed the minor error and walked us to our table within minutes. We looked forward to our 1st experience here. Our sever Jeremiah walked us through the ordering process and the delicious options to choose to eat. We started off and headed to the salad bar,I picked up a few slices of prosciutto, capers and olives. The olives were tasty. Had a Mezcalito to wash it down, that the bartender definitely made to my liking. If you like smoky and spicy, this is the one! On to the variety of meats we had the pleasure of tasting. My favorite of the night was the spicy sirloin. The juices, seasoning and the best part of was the kick of heat. Every bite was tender, juicy and flavorful. I love the heat and this cut has it, but do beware... it will be too hot for some. But a must try, the flavors are amazing! Overall experience was great and I look forward to return. The staff were all friendly and our host was fantastic! I recommended reservations, this place is very busy and for good reason. read more

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Im dropping a star for this visit. I made a reservation on the phone. I asked for inside seating. We were seated on the patio area. They asked on the phone if we were celebrating anything, I said yes a birthday. When we got there they asked if we were celebrating anything, I said yes a birthday. They only came once with the shrimp and lamb. The server said he asked them to come to our table. We waited forever before the shrimp finally came. We never saw lamb. While waiting for dessert I asked if a candle was going to be put in the pie. He said oh, it's your birthday? I said yes. He did write happy birthday on the plate and put a candle in the pie. We probably should have celebrated somewhere else. read more

Texas de Brazil - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

It's hard to be disappointed at a place like Texas De Brazil. All you can eat delicious cuts of meat being delivered to you - hand-sliced off the skewer it was cooked on. The full-on churrasco experience is the only thing you should be preparing for here, although I've ordered takeout via DoorDash/Uber Eats as well when I've needed to hit my craving for picanha (it's surprisingly good even after delivery). The service has been strong and there's always someone coming by to offer you cuts, though don't be caught just waiting for the cuts of meat you want - they are more than happy to take your order for the meats you're waiting for. Some make the mistake of just simply sitting quiet and waiting until the desired cut comes around - don't be shy! If you enjoy a drink with your meal, treat yourself to a caipirinha while you're here - they're sweet, strong and done well. I save room in my stomach for this place when I go. Save a second stomach for dessert, because they have a huge selection of presentable desserts to match the meats too! read more

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Hands down my favorite Brazilian steakhouse so far and I didn't even get the meat. I stuck with the salad bar ($32.99 for salad bar only dinner) and honestly didn't feel like I was missing out at all. The variety was great, and it felt just as satisfying while my friends went all in on the meats. The dessert martini menu was a fun surprise. I ordered the tiramisu martini and it was a dangerously good indulgence. We also brought a bottle of red and the $20 corkage was totally reasonable. I'd absolutely come back again, even just for the salad bar. read more

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Had a great experience here as a first time Brazilian BBQ restaurant. We had a reservation and glad we did since it was pretty packed. Our server was friendly and explained to us the process. The salad bar is AYCE and the servers bring the meats to you when you have the card flipped to green. Salad bar variety is great! They have variety of veggies, charcuterie meats, and sides. Each table comes with the cheese ball, fries, banana, and mashed potatoes. Some meats were a bit salty but my favorite was the picana and the lamb. We also tried the cocktails and both were strong and delicious. We also got the banana cream pie, not included in buffet price, but was light and very banana forward. Overall service is solid and a great experience for $70 per person. Would love to come back here when I am craving Brazilian BBQ read more

Texas de Brazil - Pie - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

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Our steak loving kid asked for a Brazilian Steakhouse for their birthday dinner, so we finally dined at Texas de Brazil. Walking into the restaurant I was very surprised by the decor. The bar was gorgeous. The color scheme with all the red was beautiful. Lighting was perfect. The salad bar had a great spread that had a couple cuts of good sliced meats such as prosciutto, offered many different types of veggies, salads, sauces, etc. Against the wall at the salad bar, was mushroom, rice, lobster bisque. Honesty, I found that I loved the salad bar at Texas de Brazil better than another Brazilian Steakhouse in South OC that starts with the letter F. The salad bar alone is what would make me choose this place. Our server was, Fabian. He was amazing. He was super attentive to my party and he was so very pleasant. He always made sure our drinks were topped off and he was easy to find in case we ever needed to call him over. He took care of our table and made my son's birthday a good one. The gauchos or passadores, were constantly coming to our table with great cuts of well seasoned meats. At other Brazilian Steakhouses, we have had to ask our server or management to send people over because they always skipped our table. Not here at Texas de Brazil. We were very happy with everything overall. We would definitely come back here. Everything was perfect except when I went to pay with my e-gift cards from Costco. I didn't realize I could've just had them scan the barcodes and had six of them to do. All other restaurants always make me write the long numbers down, so it's what I am used to doing. My server was going to take the numbers as I did them since I took so much time on it. He was very considerate. Problem was the manager coming over. She made me get up to go scan them instead. She had me stand in the way of all the gauchos who were serving a table literally right where she had me stand to pay. I said I would stand behind her so I wouldn't be in the way, but she made me move next to a party's table instead, where I constantly had to move aside for the gauchos. I have long hair and literally side stepped over and over again with meats walking right by, with my hair flying close to the food. I couldn't help this and it wasn't my fault. She insisted I stand where she put me. I found that manager to be unpleasant and unprofessional. So a great evening ended with a bit of a frustrating one. I would go back since we loved the food and service. I just hope I don't see that manager again. read more

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One of the better Brazilian bbq spots around in OC. Service was excellent and fast, they kept bringing out meat before we were able to finish our previous meats. As usual, Brazilian meats get salty and chewy but actually this visit wasn't bad at all. The meat were tender and mainly cooked medium rare without being too chewy or medium/well. They start the table with some mashed potatoes, cheese balls, fries and plantains. Salad bar was decent as it has a few variety of salads, cold meats, a lot of cheeses, smoked salmon. They have thin slices pineapple, but unfortunately not the cinnamon grilled pineapples I usually like. They also don't have any pasta, but the lobster bisque was pretty good. read more

Take a plate and enjoy the great salad buffet with quite a variety of items. Choose lighter salad items because it is a very meaty meal! Liked the free cheese bread and side of fries. Then servers bring the meat! Great flank steak, lamb, and picanha. OK chicken, chicken with bacon, and hot sausage. After a while, the server wanted to take our plates. This felt like a way to encourage us to either stop or to go back to the salad bar. You might want to fill up with salads and meat, then buy a dessert to go. We liked the crème brulee and Brazilian cheesecake read more

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We've been loyal customers of Texas de Brazil since the day they opened, and it's been our tradition to celebrate every birthday and every anniversary here. Tonight, we had the chance to chat with the manager Abdul and the head chef, and the level of hospitality we received made us feel truly valued and appreciated. It's rare to find a restaurant that not only serves consistently amazing food but also genuinely cares about its guests. Experiences like this are what create lifelong customers. Thank you for always making our special occasions even more memorable--you've got customers for life! read more

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Felt like there was not enough variety in their cuts at the time. Not as good as when I remember. Felt like Fogo was a bit more special and the ambiance was nicer for an outing. The side/salad bar was not bad though. read more

Texas de Brazil - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

I've been to Texas de Brazil in Irvine many times over the years, so I'm familiar with the restaurant and have generally enjoyed my experiences there. Unfortunately, last night was by far the worst experience I've ever had there, primarily because of the service. My family and I were seated at a table in the back, but no server came over to greet us or take care of our table. After waiting, I told my family to go ahead and start at the buffet while I stayed behind to wait for our server. I ended up sitting there for about 15 minutes. During that time, the manager saw me but did not come over. When he finally acknowledged me, he simply said that the waiter Juan would be with me soon and pointed toward him. What he apparently didn't realize was that Juan had already been serving other tables while completely overlooking ours. Another 15-20 minutes went by. When I saw the manager again, I looked at him, hoping he would come over so I could explain that I had been waiting patiently for quite some time. Instead, he went looking for the waiter, who finally came to our table. When the waiter arrived, he acted as though he was unaware that I had been waiting for him. There was no apology or acknowledgment of the long wait. He simply asked what we wanted to drink. I also showed him my club card number and followed the instructions to speak with my waiter about it. I'm not even sure he recorded the information. If I hadn't needed to discuss the club card code with the waiter, I would have simply gone to the buffet with my family and waited for him to eventually come by. Unfortunately, the service issues continued throughout the meal. At one point, a man with gray hair came to our table with the picanha. Instead of simply finding a place to set the skewer, he rudely commented that we had too many plates on the table and that some of them were unnecessary. We had extra plates because we did not want blood from the meat getting onto our salad plates, based on past experiences. There were other open areas on the table where the skewer could have easily been placed. Other servers had no problem finding space without making comments about our plates. That man with gray hair should not serve customers with that attitude and behavior. Our waiter also did not clear our dirty dishes regularly, so the plates began piling up and overlapping. We eventually had to manage the dishes ourselves until he came by to clear them. It wasn't until we were nearly finished with our meal that he seemed to notice how many dirty plates had accumulated. He didn't refill our drinks and bake bananas until I had to ask. What was especially disappointing was that the manager continued walking around the restaurant, pouring water and checking on other guests, but never once stopped by our table to ask how everything was going. In my previous visits, I've had managers come by and check on my table, so this was very noticeable. Overall, the service was extremely disappointing from beginning to end. The food itself was fine, but the experience was overshadowed by the lack of attention, communication, courtesy, and follow-through from the staff. I've been a repeat customer and have recommended Texas de Brazil in the past, which is why this experience was particularly disappointing. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and addresses what happened. Customers should not have to wait 30+ minutes just to receive basic attention from their server, especially at a restaurant where service is supposed to be an important part of the dining experience. All staff, including managers and servers, should treat every customer equally rather than selectively focusing on some guests while ignoring others. I hope my next visit, if I decide to return, is more like the good experiences I've had there in the past. read more

We love Fogo de Chao, in Huntington Beach, so we were skeptical about trying the competition. However, after hearing rave reviews from a friend who has frequented both we put it to the test. The service was friendly and polite. The ambiance was definitely more casual than Fogo de Chao. They had a great selection of items in their soup and salad bar. We particularly enjoyed the thin slices grilled pineapple which was we had enjoyed at other Brazilian churascarias but was missing from Fogo. But let's get real, this is all about the meat! There was an abundance of choice. Overall the selections were comparable to Fogo with a few differences. The garlic piqueña here was delicious. They also served a type of pot roast that was by request only, which was different from the other fare. Verdict ? Choose Fogo de Chao in HB if you are looking for a classy night out, with an affordable hors d'oeuvres and wine list. Go to Texas de Brazil in Irvine, if you want a more relaxed family vibe. The prices given the choices and quality of meat are comparable with a few small exceptions. Note: I ended up coming to here twice in two weeks, by coincidence, and I'd recommend getting seated near the entrance to the kitchen where the servers can't miss you. The first time, we were seated on the far side near the bar and had to flag down the servers for meat. read more

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Ambiance is no doubt a major invite to come dine at this place... servers are very attentive and the food is so rich in flavor! The salad buffet is a major event for this restaurant and I always make the mistake of getting a lot so I'm stuffed when the meat is brought in. Warning, get less salad so you won't fill up fast. The steak is amazing and the flavor is delicious but was too stuffed to eat :( too much food! The tables are elbow to elbow. But I get it... Food is fabulous, love interiors! Good place to celebrate any occasion! Great service for sure! Enjoy! read more

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Texas De Brazil on Christmas Eve was a bad idea. I made a reservation about 2 weeks in advance. We showed up on time, and it was raining, so the waiting area inside was packed. They have very little seating in the waiting area, btw. I thought since we had a reservation that it would be quick. My crankiness was exacerbated by the fact that I had skipped lunch in anticipation of ayce Brazilian BBQ. Half an hour after our reservation, we were finally seated. Immediately upon sitting, all the servers descended upon us with meats, right after we hit the salad/side item bar, and despite the fact that our card was turned over to red (meaning No Meat please). We turned them all away, given we had just sat down. The salad bar was OK, but I feel like it could have been better. The only fruit was grilled pineapple slices, which I thought was odd. After 1 round of salad, we finally had some meat. All of the ones I tried were over cooked and chewy. So very disappointing after expecting quality the likes of Agora (RIP). After trying about 4 different cuts, we didn't see anything new coming around, so I thought, I'll have second on the same meats. Well, I couldn't get anyone to bring us anything for a good 15 minutes. We tried to flag the meat servers down, with no luck. I ordered more cheese bread, and that came out quickly thankfully. Honestly, that was the best part of the meal. Finally got one more cut of meat, and one more round of sides, but by then I was full. Maybe that's the plan? Get you full on the cheap stuff?? After this experience, I won't be coming back to dine in. I do have some money leftover on a gift card, so I'll be spending that on take out (which I saw a lot of people picking up!). That would be my recommendation - for $20 you get two cuts of meat, two sides, and cheese bread and chimmicurri. read more

Came back again in December for my birthday...visit from New Mexico, it's always a must to come here and celebrate. The food is always delicious, the drinks are always on point..and the waiters and waitresses always go above and beyond. It's always busy and I would recommend making a reservation. It's a great place to celebrate any special occasion or just simply come to enjoy a night out. Such a great time once again ! read more

Texas de Brazil - My baby loves coming here to eat! - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

Hubby took me here for my birthday during Saturday dinner. It was our first time and I was excited to finally try Brazilian bbq. First off, the place is beautiful and the staff were so friendly. Our kind server welcomed us and explained how it works. I ordered the house cocktail with passion fruit which was delicious. The sides bar had great fresh options and everything was so tasty. There was nothing I didn't like! For the meats, the picanha and lamb chops were my favorite. It was cooked perfectly. Our dinner ended with a birthday dessert that was not complimentary but it was nicely personalized. We got the banana cake & Brazilian cheesecake. I did not like these desserts because 1. I didn't know both had nuts on it (not a fan of desserts with nuts) & 2. One was sweet and one was bland. Overall we would definitely come back but will skip dessert next time. Well worth the price coming here. read more

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If you like beef, you're in for a treat. The service overall is quite good. The buffet salad bar offers a wide selection.

This place is top notch for Brazilian BBQ along with an amazing food bar that includes fresh salads, soups, rice and beans, and some seafood like shrimp. The servers bring out many different cuts of meats, Filet with bacon and Picanha being my favorites! The service is outstanding, the ambiance is very pleasant, and the overall experience is extremely filling in so many ways!! It wouldn't be worth it for you to pay over $60-$70 a person if you are not into eating large amounts of meat by the way... read more

Came to Texas de Brazil for our anniversary this past weekend and it was just okay - nothing special. We enjoyed the fresh salad bar, especially the veggies, charcuterie, and lobster bisque and the sides on the table. The Brazillian cheese bread is delicious and the cinnamon sugar bananas were great as well. As for the meats - the one standout by far was the picanha which was cooked to a perfect medium rare and had a great char. The other meats such as the garlic picanha and sirloin were a bit rubbery and gristly. The barbecue pork ribs were standard as well, was very fatty and tastes like from the store since they're not smoky. Tri tip and flank steak were fine - more on the dry side since they cut us the outside pieces of the meat which were overcooked compared to the medium rare inside. The leg of lamb was super gamey and fatty - to the point of being inedible by both me and my partner and I can tolerate gamey and enjoy lamb but the gaminess of the fat was way too much. I was really looking forward to the lamb chops but they never came along with several other meats like beef ribs or filet on their listed online menu or their grilled shrimp as a part of the seasonal menu (we did get the seasonal cod on the salad bar though). We were there for over an hour and only had servers come by with tri tip, flank steak, sirloin, barbeque pork ribs, leg of lamb, garlic and regular picanha, and sausage (the sausages came around like 5 times). We were waiting around for the lamb chops, beef ribs, or grilled shrimp but nothing new was coming out after an hour. The staff here were nice but the food was just meh - we had a much better experience at the Texas de Brazil in Carlsbad. read more

Texas de Brazil - Assorted sides - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

Service, service, food and management. We felt special with all the attention by servers as well as the two managers on duty. They came a few times to check on us and just to say hello. Very good example to the rest of the staff. I have to also mention the host and her professionalism as well as her great personality and pleasant attitude. This location as well as the Las Vegas location are by far my favorite places to enjoy barbecue and Brazilian food. Please stop by and enjoy what I've been enjoying for the last few years. read more

FOOD: The food here is great!! Came here a couple of times for work dinners and everything was really good! I wish I could tell you everything I had, but I don't remember becuase there was so many choices. I can say that everything I tried was very tasty! They have some good drinks and Happy Hour Specials as well. They have a great salad bar as well with a lot of different options. SERVICE: The service is great. They come around often at first and then slow down a bit towards the end when we all are full. AMBIANCE: Very classy and elegant decor. read more

Texas de Brazil - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

I understand that it was Valentine's Day and that the restaurant was expected to be busy. However, being busy is not an excuse for poor planning, mismanagement, or inadequate service, especially at this price point. To start, reservations exist for a reason. We arrived on time for our reservation, yet were placed on a "list" instead of being seated. After waiting about 30 minutes, I asked the male host for an update and was told we were "number four on the list." My wife--already understandably upset given the occasion--asked again shortly after and was immediately accommodated by the female hostess, which raised questions about consistency and communication at the host stand. The next major issue was the meat service (or lack of it). We had to ask our server three separate times to have gauchos stop by our table instead of skipping us. When meat finally arrived, it was either raw or severely overcooked (see photos). This felt less like bad luck and more like poor coordination or insufficient staffing, possibly not having enough gauchos scheduled for the volume of guests. Lastly, toward the end of our meal, we overheard specific cuts of meat being offered to nearby tables--cuts that were never mentioned or offered to us at any point. That was especially disappointing and left us feeling overlooked as customers. Overall, this experience felt like a combination of mismanagement and improper planning, which is frustrating given the expectations for a special occasion and the reputation of Texas de Brazil - Irvine. Valentine's Day may be busy, but preparation, staffing, and consistent service should not suffer because of it. read more

Texas de Brazil - It took me 3 business days to chew on this. - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

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Service from Rodolfo definitely is 5/5 stars. He made the whole experience great. However, most of the meats were extremely salty, to the point where we drank more water to wash down the salt, than filling up on meat. The salad bar had pretty good options, I really liked the shrimp salad that was out when I went. We had a fair amount of servers come by with meat despite sitting in the corner, however some of the meats we were interested never came by which kind of sucked, but we were full from the salt anyways. read more

This place never disappoints. Food - awesome. Service - awesome. Ambience - Awesome. It's an understandably popular place, so make a reservation and be happy, especially on a Friday or a Saturday night. Save your appetite by skipping lunch before you go. They will bring delicious meats until you say uncle. "We have the meatsI" The salad bar is great and beyond compare and should be indulged, but save some room for the meats! We had a great time. The service was on top of it at all times during our meal. Shout out to Dominic! It's not cheap, but you get your money's worth. Cheers. read more

The food and the way it is serviced is so rad! The carry different types of meat around the table and it is taken off onto your plate or sliced off and tongs are used to grab meat...the service is second to none, my water and coke was refilled without asking...very attentive service....the salad bar is something to see for yourself but in my opinion is the best in Orange County. The salad bar is fresh, replenished, and cleaned regularly. read more

Texas de Brazil - Carrot cake is amazingly delicious!!! - Brazilian Near Me - Irvine, California

Where do I start! We had the luxury of having the most attentive waiter Henry! Not only was he so so attentive he had great recommendations and circled by (I kid you not) every 5-10 mins to make sure our glasses never fell below half way. The music was interesting but in the best way possible; I think I walked away with at least two new songs added to my playlist. The food was AMAZING! We were sat pretty close to the kitchen so we were getting fresh cuts and the last bits of meat as the servers made their way back to the kitchen. Would definitely recommend! They have such a crazy variety of meats (13 to be exact) but personal favorites had to be the bbq chicken, chicken wrapped in bacon, and of course the loved Picanha! Definitely going back! And hopefully with the luxury of having Henry's helping hand again!! Also the young man who served us the best cuts of Picanha (unfortunately we didn't catch his name) read more

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I was gifted two gift cards to Texas de Brazil as an early birthday present, so I decided to take my partner. Unfortunately, we weren't very hungry that day, which was probably the only downside! We tried three different cuts of meat, and everything was excellent--fresh, tender, juicy, and full of flavor. The staff was incredibly attentive and made the experience even more enjoyable. The restaurant had a great atmosphere, and we never felt rushed. My birthday is on June 14, so in hindsight I kind of regret going a month early! But it was such a wonderful experience that I hope to go back soon and enjoy even more of what they have to offer. read more