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Texas de Brazil

4.1 (2.6k reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 3:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Moderate noise
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Good for kids

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Karmilia A.

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.

Luis E M.

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

Brian A.

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

Tyler T.

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.

Andrea H.

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

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Madison C.

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.

5 stars An unforgettable 17th anniversary dinner My wife Holly and I celebrated our 17th anniversary at Texas de Brazil in Irvine, and it was truly special from start to finish. The food was fantastic; perfectly prepared and they just kept bringing it. We never had an empty plate. Our server, Yazmin S, was excellent. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely engaging throughout the evening. She made the whole experience feel personal and fun. Manager Matheus went above and beyond. He was warm and welcoming, made us feel very special on our anniversary, and even cleared our table himself after stopping by to visit with us. The most memorable moment came at the end of the night: after we paid the check, both Yazmin and Matheus were waiting at the front door to open it for us as we left. That level of hospitality is rare and meant a lot to us. Texas de Brazil Irvine delivered food and service that went well above and beyond our expectations. We're so glad we chose this restaurant for such an important night. Thank you, Yazmin and Matheus!

Starting off with a Mezcalito to whatvwill be a fantastic dinner night.
Alex R.

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.

Dessert martini menu
Linda C.

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.

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Yurie H.

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

Frank P.

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.

Rack of Lamb, Artichoke Hearts
Michael D.

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!

Jaymes M.

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.

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Price for the experience?

Not worth price for the experience. Food quality and service was not up to par.

Do they add msg to their foods, especially the meats?

Not sure best check with management first

Is their dessert part of ayce?

Negative.

Are they willing to make your order, either AYCE or a la carte, less salty?

Yes they most definitely can.

Have they reduced the salt in their food?

Nope

Can I order Togo?

No. There is no menu really, your order is all you can eat meats and salad bar. To get one plate full of whatever meat they choose wouldn't make sense at that price. If you're… 

Is the fountain drinks bottomless?

Yes!

Is there a corkage fee for bringing a bottle of wine?

There is a $20 corkage fee per 750ml bottle of wine. https://texasdebrazil.com/faq/

Is there still a fish option at the salad bar?

Thanks for reaching out! Our salad area contains several dishes serving a wide variety of seafood like our smoked salmon & shrimp salad. For a limited time, enjoy our current quarterly special menu item, Moqueca de Peixe, coconut white fish stew!

Do you have to reserve a table or can you walk in?

Thanks for reaching out! While we always recommend making a reservation, we do also leave room for walk-ins to dine with us!

Hi, is it buffet?

Yes, except the meats which are served/sliced table side

Is there a time limit?

Not that I'm aware of.

Can I pick up sausage todau?

Thanks for reaching out! If you would like to enjoy our signature hickory smoked sausage at home, we recommend ordering from our to-go menu or directly from our online Butcher shop to have some shipped directly to your door!

Can you confirm cost for children?

When purchased with a full-price meal children 2 years and under are complimentary, 3-5 years are $5.00 and 6-12 years are half price.… 

Do you have happy hour?

From their website as of 10/25/2023: Monday through Friday from 4:30pm to 6:00pm! Domestic Beers : $4… 

How much is it per person?

Thanks for reaching out! Pricing, and other information such as our hours of operation, address, & phone number, for our Irvine location can be found on our Irvine location page at… 

Are you open on Christmas Eve?

Thanks for reaching out! Yes, we are open for Christmas Eve & Day starting at 12pm serving our dinner menu all day long!

Are you open on Thanksgiving?

We sure are! Texas de Brazil - Irvine will be open Thanksgiving Day starting at 12pm Book your reservations today!

Is dessert included?

No it doesnt include the yummy dessert. But it is worth the price!

What is their happy hour special?

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Fogo de Chão - Fraldinha Cutting Board

Fogo de Chão

4.2(5.9k reviews)
5.7 mi
•$$$

Jacinto and Alexis were wonderful. So kind and made the day fun. We had an amazing time.read more

It's been a while since we've been back at this location. And honestly, it's usually for a special…read moreoccasion and tonight was no different. We were celebrating my birthday and I chose to come here. We arrived at 6:45 for a reservation. There was a small queue out front checking in. Once seated we were greeted by a male server with light blonde hair. He was super friendly and nice. The waiter was a tentative during the whole meal as was the Support staff. We had some small talk with him and learned that he was home from college from South Dakota. We generally visit the salad bar after the meat courses, but we opted to go to the salad and fresh bar first. Some of the items I had were plenty of fruits which included kiwi, grapefruit, some tomatoes, cheese and meats, as well as the famous chicken salad. All the items seemed well stocked and fresh. I did not return for a second time so I'm unable to determine how the quality was for the rest of the evening. We flipped our cards to green and off we went with the meat parade. Of my choices, I tend to stick to the picahna, top sirloin, garlic, beef bites, as well as the chicken legs and chicken thighs. I remember the chicken legs being like smaller overall maybe the bone was cut off. I received like a full size chicken leg. Both a thigh and the chicken legs were good however I thought they were a little overcooked and a little excessively salty, but I still enjoyed them. All of the meats that we had were delicious. The fillet was my least favorite. It just lacked any flavor. The sides were always good, but I thought that the meal came with mashed potatoes. I could be wrong. We had a rough day overall and opted to take the birthday dessert to go. The location was clean overall. We had a couple managers come visit and ask about our meal. I would definitely return. I should go more often because I do like their market salad bar for lunch.

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Playbook Sports Bar

4.4(833 reviews)
5.8 mi
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I went in yesterday again, hesitatingly, but was glad I did. The service was better than last time…read more Glad to see they have more attentive service. I missed the kitchen cut off, but all else was good.

We have often come to this location to watch our favorite games and have usually had a good…read moreexperience. This past Wednesday, however, our visit was disappointing. When we arrived, we were helped by a very kind server named Vivi. She was attentive and even changed the channel so we could watch the baseball game we came for. When her shift ended, we closed our tab with her and waited to open a new one with Katie, who was starting her shift. Unfortunately, once Katie began her shift, the music and the television channels were changed, even though we were clearly there to watch the baseball game. In hindsight, that may have been a sign that the experience would not go well. It took approximately 23 minutes for her to come and take our order I asked for a michelada and a ginger ale. This was extremely disappointing service. I would understand a delay if the place had been busy, but as you can see, the establishment was fairly empty at the time. Because of this, there was no clear reason for such a long wait. Overall, this was the worst service we have experienced here, which was surprising given our previous positive visits. That said, I would also like to highlight one of the servers who consistently provides excellent service. If possible, I would recommend visiting Thursday through Sunday when Naidelyn is working. She is always attentive to customers, provides great service, and greets everyone with a smile.

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Playbook Sports Bar - Very impressive bar!!! ,the food was fantastic and the live music was outstanding, I stayed for 4 hours!!

Very impressive bar!!! ,the food was fantastic and the live music was outstanding, I stayed for 4 hours!!

Playbook Sports Bar - The bar has a endless selection and the bar stools are so comfy you can stay forever!!

The bar has a endless selection and the bar stools are so comfy you can stay forever!!

Playbook Sports Bar - Got there before it was busy, good thing I was able to snap this shot:) great atmosphere!!!

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Got there before it was busy, good thing I was able to snap this shot:) great atmosphere!!!

Habana - outdoor patio, late night dining and cocktails by the fire pit

Habana

4.1(6.1k reviews)
6.3 mi
•$$$
Hipster vibe
Outdoor seating

My husband and I came to Habana in Costa Mesa to celebrate our anniversary, and we had such a…read morelovely experience! We made a reservation ahead of time, and when we arrived, our table was decorated with rose petals and a cute anniversary card. Such a thoughtful little detail that made our celebration feel extra special! For food, I ordered my usual, the Ropa Vieja, and it's honestly a 10/10 every time! The meat is always packed with flavor, and their rice is literally my favorite! My husband ordered the New York steak, which was super buttery, tender, and seared to perfection. We also ordered a side of their Caribbean fries, and the dipping sauce was SO good! For drinks, my husband ordered El Cubanito, which was really good! I went with the Agua de Coco, which literally comes served in a coconut! I also ordered a shot of their Havana Club Añejo to go with it, and I loved the combination. Definitely something I would order again! Overall, such a wonderful experience! Between the delicious food, drinks, and the thoughtful anniversary setup, it made our evening feel even more special. Habana continues to be one of my favorite spots, and I would absolutely recommend it, especially for a date night or special occasion!

More parking than I thought on a weekend…read more Restaurant located at The LAB Anti-Mall in Costa Mesa. Tropical vibes and decor. Our server was initially prompt, but as the evening passed, we saw him less and less as the tables began to fill to the point we had to ask other waiters to refill our water. We ordered a bunch of entrees and sides to sample the menu. I ordered the Chef's Special which included a hanger steak, broccoli, and roasted potatoes, along with a side of the Chorizo Mac n Cheese. The consensus was that the food lacked seasoning. The sauces that were served with the dishes enhanced the flavor and added the needed seasoning. What I want to highlight is that they had cooked my steak just as I wanted (rare) and the broccoli was just how I liked it. Price is a bit steep, but you're paying for the aesthetic and atmosphere. Overall, while I'd be open to trying it again, it wouldn't be my first choice for Cuban food.

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Anjin - The finest quality meat and sides

Anjin

4.3(2.1k reviews)
6.2 mi
•$$$

We had such a wonderful dinner at Anjin. Everything we ordered was delicious, but my favorites were…read moredefinitely the Kainomi, the Anjin Seaweed Salad, and the orange sherbet at the end. The Kainomi was incredibly tender and flavorful, and the seaweed salad was fresh, light, and perfectly seasoned. The orange sherbet was also such a refreshing way to finish the meal. I honestly wanted to try so many more dishes, but since there were only two of us, we could only order so much. Next time, I would love to come with a bigger group so we can try more of the menu. We came to celebrate a very special birthday, and it made the evening even more memorable. We both left very happy and completely satisfied. Thank you for such a lovely experience!

I've always wanted to come here when we saw a long line but luckily we came before the restaurant…read moreopened and were able to go inside right when they opened. You need to write down your name and number (and the time you prefer). Beef carpaccio is way too good. The dressing went well with the meat. Loved it. Everyone was attentive but they don't have a paper apron so watch out. No storage bins to hide your stuff either so should dress appropriately. The waitress was kind enough to bring extra napkins in case. Very compact but cozy restaurant. All the beef including tongue was declined! Love how we grill on our own. Soup had to be non spicy so we went with the vegetable and egg soup. Mild and tasted great. Very authentic Japanese BBQ!! Highly recommend to Japanese folks and others that love the Japanese BBQ. The parking is easy but it could get a bit crowded.

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Anjin - Inside, small but neat. Come early or late if you want to get a table without waiting

Inside, small but neat. Come early or late if you want to get a table without waiting

Anjin - Kobe beef, so good

Kobe beef, so good

Anjin - Sanchu with bean paste! the best sauce ever!

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Sanchu with bean paste! the best sauce ever!

The Capital Grille - Filet Mignon – hand-cut classic perfection.

The Capital Grille

4.3(2.7k reviews)
6.1 mi
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CRAB CAKES!!! If you've been here you know nothing more needs to be said. Was here for lunch today…read more Before today I had only been here for dinner. Hamburgers rocked. 2 people had the wagyu lunch special burgers, 1 had the steak frites. I had the regular menu Hamburger. While lunch at Capitol Grille is very good, dinner is even better. Never leave without having the crab cakes! I do recommend asking for some extra sauce that they put under them.

We celebrated our 23rd wedding anniversary at The Capital Grille in Costa Mesa, and it truly made…read moreour special day even more memorable. When we arrived, our table was beautifully decorated with little red hearts and an anniversary card waiting for us. It was such a thoughtful touch and immediately made us feel special. Our server, Kevin, provided some of the best service I have ever experienced at any restaurant. He was incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely made us feel like he wanted us to enjoy our anniversary. To help us celebrate, we were treated to two glasses of champagne and two pieces of cake, which was such a wonderful surprise. We ordered two of the $32 Plates. The chicken was incredibly tender and flavorful, with a sauce that complemented it perfectly without being too heavy. The steak, cooked medium, was absolutely delicious--so tender it practically melted in my mouth. The restaurant itself was very clean and elegant, with soft music playing in the background. The atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing, making it the perfect place to enjoy an anniversary meal without feeling rushed. We are so happy we chose The Capital Grille for our 23rd anniversary. Great food, a beautiful atmosphere, and especially Kevin's outstanding service made this a truly memorable experience for us. Thank you for making our 23rd anniversary feel so special. We will definitely be back!

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The Capital Grille - Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese – Made with freshly poached lobster and topped with a Grana Padano crust.

Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese – Made with freshly poached lobster and topped with a Grana Padano crust.

The Capital Grille - Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail served with housemade mustard sauce.

Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail served with housemade mustard sauce.

The Capital Grille - 14 oz Dry Aged NY Strip au Poivre finished with our housemade Courvoisier Cream for a decadent finish.

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14 oz Dry Aged NY Strip au Poivre finished with our housemade Courvoisier Cream for a decadent finish.

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