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Texas de Brazil

3.9 (1.7k reviews)
Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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Classy
Good for kids
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Happy hour specials

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Lobster bisque from the salad bar
Aaron N.

Ambience: The restaurant has a very modern look to it, and feels comfortable overall. The decor is pretty nice and creates a welcoming atmosphere, although it would be betterv if the place was a bit cleaner, but it is what it is. One thing I did notice is that the tables are placed pretty close together, so it can be a little difficult to move around when it's busy. Service: We had a reservation for 7 PM, and despite it being a busy night, we were seated pretty quickly. Our waiter Sydney was very friendly and informative. Although, the restaurant was very busy, it was sometimes difficult to find our waiter when we needed some refills or wanted to make some requests. It also took a while for us to get the check and pay, which was a slight inconvenience at the end of our dinner. Drinks: Passion Fruit Limeade - it was very fresh and refreshing. I enjoyed it, but i think $20 for a whole jug is a little bit pricey. Food: Spicy Sirloin - The sirloin had a good level of spice that wasn't that overpowerin. It was very tender and easy to cut into. Picanha - got it medium, and it had a great flavor without being overly salty, and it was also very tender. Tri-Tip - I got a thin slice that was cooked medium throughout. It was a little fatty in some areas, but the char on the outside added a lot of flavor to it. Sausage - i think it was okay. It was a little on the saltier side, but still very flavorful. Ribs - The ribs were mostly plain, and I could barely taste the sauce that it had on the outside, but the meat was tender and came off the bone easily. Falnk Steak - i got it thinly sliced, and it was tender and nicely seasoned. It tasted good, although it did seem similar to some of the other cuts that were served Salad Bar: - The salad bar has a good variety of hot and cold items. I liked the potatoes and the lobster bisque. Sides: When you first start out, they give you some Sides at your table. French Fries - The fries were crispy, but a bit dry and they could use some more seasoning or flavor. I think they would be better with some sauce, but fries are fries! Mashed Potatoes - they were light, buttery, and paird well with all of the meats. Cheese Bread - THey were served fresh and had a nice texture. These were probably my favorite sides during the visit! Also a bathroom review lol: - The bathroom is nicely decorated, but it could do with some more maintenance.

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Stephen C.

Poor service. The waiters ignored us for most of the night. We had to ask to be served. The bathroom was dirty and graffiti was cut into the toilet. When I informed the manager he seemed to not care.

Cheesecake
Claudia G.

We visited this restaurant for the first time to celebrate my husband's fire academy graduation, and we were very pleased with the experience. My husband and son are big red meat eaters, and they were pleasantly surprised by the variety of meats offered. I was a bit nervous about the cooking level since my husband prefers his meat well done, but the servers were great about bringing around both well-done and rarer options, which made it easy for everyone to enjoy. I was also happy that they don't charge a full price for toddlers, especially since my daughter didn't eat much, the food was a bit too heavy for her taste. Since I don't eat red meat, I stuck to the Parmesan chicken and shrimp which were part of the skewer options, both really good. The buffet area also had a nice fish option with a flavorful sauce, as well as very good rice. The pricing includes all-you-can-eat skewers along with access to the buffet. You're also served bread, fries, and mashed potatoes at the table, which was very convenient. After dinner, we tried dessert. My husband chose the cheesecake and said it was the best he's ever had. They don't offer complimentary desserts or messages by default, but I asked if they could write "Congratulations" on the plate, and they kindly did, which I really appreciated. I also ordered a coffee afterward and was pleasantly surprised by how good it was. As someone who prefers dark roast, it met my expectations for both flavor and strength. I would definitely recommend this location for celebrations. The service was attentive, the restaurant was well stocked, and the food was consistently enjoyable.

The plates that were exchanged for them.  all 11 of them.
Angela A.

We drove up from San Diego for a friend's 50th birthday party. Her husband created the event and had been in contact with the manager to ensure it was fantastic. Unfortunately, they didn't even try. We were placed on the outdoor patio; there were 18 of us. First issue, they didn't set the tables for the correct number of people. Second issue, we had to beg and plead to have the gauchos serve us. They would come to the door, say who would like XXX, and if someone didn't immediately raise their hand, they would go back inside. Even if one of us raised our hand, they would not go around the entire table asking people if they would like to be served that meat. Third issue, my husband and I were served undercooked pork. They removed them from our plates immediately, and we never saw pork again. Fourth issue, if we requested a specific item, we would have to ask several times until someone served us our food. Fifth issue, they never brought out the accompanying items that are automatically served on the table, ie, cheese bread, mashed potatoes, bananas, etc. We would have to wait until our server came out to the patio and then request the items. They would NOT ask if anyone else at the table would care for anything. Sixth issue, they acted as if we were in drought conditions, asking for water was torture. We finally got up and brought over our own pitchers to the table. The seventh issue was that the busboys kept trying to take our plates away. Several times, one of us would have to grab our plate back. EIGHTH issue, when it was time for the cake, they brought us a steak knife to cut the cake, NO serving utensil, and saucers from coffee cups as our dessert plates. I asked for larger plates, and they brought us 11 HOT dinner plates. Just a reminder, there were 18 of us seated. You do the math; they certainly couldn't. I love Brazilian steakhouses, this one is almost the worst one I have been to, it comes in at a very close second. I would never return to this location. I felt sorry for the birthday girl. She was given ZERO love; they didn't even know who the birthday girl was. HORRIBLE representation for the Texas de Brazil franchise.

Mashed potatoes, French fries, plantains, and bread
Joshua T.

So we came here on a evening outing since we hadn't tried it yet. Now I will say this, the style of people coming here ranges wildly from business casual to shorts and t-shirts which I thought was funny. We couldn't tell if this was supposed to be a classy upscale or low key family joint. The "Open Table" reservation system, table settings, full bar, and lighting scream moderately upscale but the salad bar/buffet style says bring your kids. The salad bar itself was fairly cramped space wise trying to maneuver around other people plus if you're tall, like me, you're going to be running your head into the hanging plants directly over the salad bar which is weird. The salad bar was decently stocked with options from salads to quinoa and green beans. The hot options ranged from jasmine rice, potatoes au gratin, and lobster bisque. For the main pieces, servers walked around with meats on a skewer serving them as requested. These included chickens, lamb, and beef various ways. Now overall, the food had good flavor and was cooked well. The price for the meal, $62 per person, wasn't too outrageous given all you get, considering they just keep coming with meat until you flip your table card to red. Be warned, if you come at peak times, be prepared for it to be crowded.

Rana M.

First time coming here and absolutely amazing in everything Food was an endless supply of delicious meats, the service was fast, and the overall experience and vibes were great. They offer a huge selection of drinks too so you get the best of both worlds 100% will be coming back

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Anthony H.

The food is good. The Service can definitely use some help and what I mean by that is not the people that serve the meats however the waiter. I have no idea why they even get a tip. He didn't do anything and trying to get a refill on my water took forever. The food is good, but self serve so again why even include gratuity especially if it's going to go to the waiter?

Vivian P.

Our go-to Brazilian steakhouse! This is hands down one of our favorite Brazilian spots, and honestly... we definitely prefer it over Fogo de Chão. There's plenty of parking, and we came back for the third year in a row for our Valentine's dinner -- it's basically a tradition at this point. Pro tip: book at least 3 weeks ahead, and if you want to save yourself from the Valentine's chaos, go the day before or after. The crowd wasn't too wild tonight, but the restaurant was still PACKED (because everyone knows it's good). The ambience is always a win -- super open, lively, and the whole place just feels fun and inviting with so much food everywhere you look. Now, first-timers... listen closely: do NOT let the fries, mashed potatoes, cheese bread, and other "fillers" trick you. They are delicious, but they will absolutely take you out before the main event. Pace yourself!! They brought around 6-7 different cuts of meat, including picanha, filet steak, chicken parmesan, BBQ drumsticks, sausage, and more. Everything was flavorful and juicy, but we honestly got full way too fast thanks to the salad bar. And that salad bar? So many options -- fresh salads, sides, little goodies... it's dangerously easy to overdo it. We went to the Rancho location, which is cheaper than Irvine, and I actually prefer this one more. Dinner was about $62 per person, which is a great deal for the quality and endless meat parade. If you're craving steak + a loaded salad bar in a clean, welcoming spot, this is an absolute must-try. Shoutout to Juan for the awesome service tonight -- thank you for making our dinner extra special! We'll definitely be back (again and again).

Mike L.

My family has eaten at several Texas de Brazil locations, but the RC location was one we haven't been to yet. I made and received a confirmed reservation via my OpenTable app for a 1730 time slot on a Saturday night. I also responded affirmatively that we were celebrating an event. I allowed plenty of time to arrive here, yet the traffic in and around this restaurant is an absolute cluster, especially on Foothill Blvd: one might consider entering this shopping center parking lot from a different direction using other surface streets. Parking anywhere near this restaurant adds yet another several minutes of finding a parking space, even when you distance yourself farther away. Once parked, the wait to check in was short. I was greeted by a friendly hostess who confirmed my reservation and party size and again asked if we were here for a celebratory event. I replied affirmatively and told her we were celebrating our youngest son's graduation from a nearby Technical school. Our reservation name was soon called, and we were escorted to our table. The first observation I made was how cramped this restaurant felt as we walked between already occupied diners sitting at their tables. The tables are so close to each other that a gentleman kept shoving his chair into our table every time he got up from his table; his wife finally caught on by my wife's evil look at her and grabbed his chair to prevent this. After we were seated, a very personable and efficient young gentleman introduced himself to our table as "Curtis". He asked the standard questions regarding our dining experience(s) at Texas de Brazil and took our drink orders. Once that was done, he let us loose to check out the buffet area. I understand that 1730 is in the realm of the prime dinner hour. However, I was not expecting what was presented to us and fellow diners at this location. 1. It seems that because this Texas de Brazil is scaled down in size overall, the buffet area is much smaller than other locations we've eaten at. 2. The smallness of the buffet creates a swarm of hungry folks dodging in and around the buffet offerings, because it seems the staff was not keeping up to ensure there was not any offering completely missing (like the Prosciutto). Folks kept cutting in front of me as soon as they brought out a fresh plate. 3. The hot offerings when we looked were all empty or left with sadly only a couple of servings left. I mean, how do you not have enough plain rice, rice and beans, and all the other hot offerings staged in the kitchen area area ready to deploy on the depleted buffet line during the busy dinner hour rush????? As always, the parade of meats arrived from the kitchen to be offered to our table. As always, the meats we chose were absolutely delicious, juicy, and seasoned properly. I did notice there is a subtle way they get you to finish dinner: the meat parade slows down. In fact, I was observing the entire room of diners: they started asking us what meat or meats you would like more of, specifically sent from the kitchen. Throughout our dining experience at this Texas de Brazil, our server, Curtis made it a truly enjoyable celebratory dinner for us. He was there on cue to bring more bottled water, refilling our goblets as needed, making sure what meat selections we liked were bought out again, and suggested a meat (Spicy Sirloin) to try whiuch our son and I really liked. It has a nice heat element to it, so be aware. The one negative that occurred here was that both my wife and I, a couple of hours after eating, suffered minor G.I issues. It took several minutes to compare what we all ate, but the only common item that both of us ate, and our son didn't, was the whipped goat cheese spread. While we really enjoyed our dinner at this location, this restaurant's physical size, closeness of the dining tables, and inability to keep the buffet food items adequately stocked during the dinner hour rush are shortcomings that will probably be the deciding factor to drive further to the Irvine location for future Texas de Brazil meals.

Abigail J.

Came for my brother's birthday lunch a few weekends ago. Our first time at this establishment and we enjoyed it. We had reservations at noon so the restaurant just opened when we arrived. The proteins came so fast our plates filled very quickly. Everything i had was tasty but one was a bit tough to chew. None of us could remember which cut it was since there were so much. All time fave is the picanha wherever Brazilian steakhouse i go to, it never fails. I browsed a little at the salad bar and grabbed a variety cheeses. The cheese bread is always a hit too. Service was very good, staff were attentive and quick. Restaurants were clean and beautifully decorated. We all left very full that we didn't have space for any desserts.

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Richard R.

We had a 12:00, entering the restaurant the ambiance was very beautiful well lit room, we arrived at opening and everything was up and running. The staff was extremely attentive and friendly, the salad and sides were delicious, what I liked most is that they asked you how you like your meat, and they would slice it based on your preference rare, medium rare, medium, medium and...that was a nice touch, also they asked if you wanted a specific item brought around and they promptly brought your request, my only complaint and it's a small one is that some of the cuts were a bit salty for my taste, overall it was a great experience

Stephanie C.

MEATS! great place for carnivores! $65 Brazilian BBQ where gauchos go around with giant skewers or swords with different meats. They slice the meats in front of you and you grab the slice with tongs or in some cases, the pieces are put on your plates. Meats range from beef, chicken, lamb, shrimp and pork all served different ways. I was there for the picanha and only picanha! My favorite cut! There's also a salad bar, but has more than salads. They have soups, rice, beans, grilled pineapple, etc. don't forget the chimichurri and roasted garlic to compliment your meats! Server brings mashed potatoes, Brazilian cheese bread, fries and cinnamon plantains to the table. These are unlimited as well. Just don't fill up on these, but the bread is incredible! Soft mochi texture with cheese melted within. Service is great! Server was very attentive and friendly!! Plenty of parking. Made reservations on their website. So easy!

Nina N.

There are plenty of parking spaces. I didn't know they have reservation option, but the wait was not bad about 10 mins. Even though it's weekday, it could get packed. Reservation might be a good idea if planning to go eat after 6pm. The inside of this Brazilian steak-house is very nice. Service was good, attentive, and informative of all types of meats and desserts. The food was delicious, all-you-can-eat grilled meat carved tableside & a salad bar. Overall, I had a wonderful experience for the first timer. Get to experience different kinds of different cuts of the meats for $61.99. MEATS List: Picanha Brazilian Sausage Garlic Picanha Barbecued Pork Ribs Leg of Lamb Lamb Chops Filet Mignon Flank Steak Chicken Breast Wrapped in Bacon Spicy Sirloin Parmesan-Crusted Pork Loin Filet Mignon Wrapped in Bacon Parmesan Drumettes Beef Ribs

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Is it all you can eat?

Yes it is

What's the policy on strollers?

I'm not sure about strollers but the tables are close to each other and it was difficult for a person of large/wide stature to maneuver between the tables.

How much do they charge for the buffet?

I think it’s around $30-$35 per person. Great salad bar.

Do they have an à la carte menu for my elderly mother she doesn't eat much?

No, if we are talking dinner, one price for adults! 50% off for kiddos. Salad bar can be purchased but no main courses table side servings.

All you can eat?

Oh yes friend

Is there a cork fee?

Yes corkage is $20/bottle, says 2 - 750ml bottles is the limit

Do they require reservations on Saturday or do they take walk ins too?

They take walk ins but I would make a reservation unless you don't mind waiting a long time.

Is there a private room or Space for a birthday party of 10 available to reserve?

Yes, there's a large side room with glass doors just off the main dining room. Presumably, you'll need to reserve well in advance.

Do you offer senior discount ? By the way, any specials for the birthday person? Thanks!

From the last time they will either offer a Free Desert or Discount the entire Meal within roughly 10% but then you must reasonably expect to leave a Conservative Tip, 15-20% should suffice the situation of your party to say the least. But I will… 

Are there any food specials for happy hour?

There Happy Hour special ms are from 5-6 pm

For birthday celebrations can we bring our own cake And will they store it for us?

Yes! We do allow guests to bring their own cakes for celebrations in the restaurant. If your cake requires refrigeration, we kindly ask that you call and notify a manager prior to your arrival.

What's the lunch price vs. dinner price for adult?

DINNER S54.99 Salad Area Only… 

If one of our party is vegetarian, is it possible we can do 1 salad bar and the rest of the people with normal dinner?

Yes I think so. According to the website you can get just the salad bar.

Is there a kids menu/option? Or is sharing allowed for kids?

Thanks for reaching out! While we do not have a kids menu, we do offer discounted children’s pricing: 50% off for children 6-12 years old, $5 for 3-5 years old & complimentary for children 2 and younger.

Can you use Texas de Brazil VIP card in weekends for all party in the same table?

Thanks for reaching out! Our VIP Dining Cards cannot be used on Friday & Saturdays, but are redeemable on Sundays! And yes, you can use up to 12 uses / one VIP Card per table so if your party consists of 12 guests or less, you can use it for the… 

Is this Buffet style?

Yes it is

What is the health department rating as of 3/31/23?

What is the dress code?

While we recommend smart/business casual, we do not enforce a dress code as long as clothing is reasonable and does not depict anything that might be offensive to other guests.

What is your health grade?

I did not see a sign posted near or by the entrance. If they have a bad rating it must be posted we're customers can see. You can see through to the part of the coming area at the restaurant.

Do they accept the Texas de Brazil gift cards that are sold at Costco? Are there restrictions on using these gift cards?

They do accept them but you can't use any other coupon or discount. Apparently the cards from Costco have a specific code that lets them know.

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Seems like a super underrated spot! To the point I don't know if I want to add to the dazzling…read morereviews because we felt spoiled having the chef almost to ourselves on a Sunday lunch time. We had lunch/brunch here and had an amazing experience! Andrew was such a spectacular server and even brought a great white wine to go with my ceviche. He accommodated to our party which had children and just provided just such a great experience for my parents 40th anniversary brunch. The menu has a lot of variety without being overwhelming or excessive (I don't trust restaurants that have too much on their menu lol). I ordered oysters, which were on the small side but the flavors they placed on top were amazing. I followed with an entree of ceviche which was generous, DELICIOUS, and nourishing. Our table ordered an array of items: Portuguese scramble, Shakshuka, Hugo's rotos con Jamon, the branzino, breakfast pizza, Italian breakfast sandwich, French toast- each one exceeding all expectations. Playlist was repetitive but fun for me, a millennial drinking mimosas and white wine lol.

I love when you go back to a place and the staff remembers you! The bartender recognized my husband…read moreand came to greet him and shake his hand! Love that! Once we were seated, he came over and asked us what we would like to drink and suggested making a special beverage and it was delicious! Food was good and our server was very attentive and took great care of our party of 8. My favorite dish of the night was my hamachi collar bone! It was light and the watermelon salad was refreshing. The reason for the 4 stars was the pricey drink prices and they boxed up our chicken but somehow mixed it up and we came home with a dessert instead!

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Nunos Bistro & Bar - Inside

Inside

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12 Oz. Hanger Steak

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Latimex Market - Morcilla

Latimex Market

4.2(119 reviews)
10.0 mi
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I get giddy when I find little treasures such as this. I had originally bookmarked this little…read moremarket because of their empanadas, but I found so much more. The market is small and cramped and packed to the gills with Latin American and Spanish goods. They have good looking produce, a nice big butchery, multiple freezers and refrigerators filled with specialty items that will make your brain work on overtime. The way the deli works for buying their prepared food is different from some. You must first place your order at the back counter. You will receive an itemized ticket which you must take up front to the cashier. Then, you return to the back to show your proof of purchase receipt and then you get your food, bagged and ready. The total wait for us was about 10 - 15 minutes, not bad. I get it, why they have to do it this way, but it is time consuming and inconvenient at best. We did get some empanadas. They are fried, not baked, so have an extra good crunch with every bite. There are two ground beef fillings, i.e. two different recipes. Three were the wonderful filling that has green olives (my favorite), and one that was described as spicy beef (that really was not all that spicy). Both were delicious, and their dough was flaky. This could easily become one of my favorite destinations for a reliable empanada. Besides the deli empanadas, there was a nice selection of empanada disc's (round pastry wrappers) in the freezer section if you are inclined to make and stuff them yourself, and frozen empanadas made by Goya in yet another freezer. I also convinced myself I needed to buy two tamales. One Guatemalan, the other Peruvian. These are sold frozen and are ordered at the deli counter. Haven't tried them yet, but I am excited because they are not so easy to find. Other products that caught my eye included a fascinating collection of sausages, chorizo, morcilla (blood sausage), Spanish linguiça, Spanish chorizo, smoked meats (Corte's brand), smoked herring, quail eggs, and other imported delicacies. Perhaps I will not need to drive all the way to La Española in Harbor City anymore for Spanish imports? They sell a very comprehensive list of Goya brand products and prepared foods. I grabbed a bag of ready to eat sweet plantains from the freezer as well. All so tempting. By the time I had perused the whole store and was headed to the cashier, my guard was completely down. There it was... freshly baked goods critically placed next to the cashier so you can't miss them. Soft crust baguettes and rolls in baskets, and small, sweet pastries and cookies in their bakery case. There were several pastries that looked very special, some featuring custard or quince filling. We, of course, had to buy some. I have already tested the one filled with the quince and topped with finely grated coconut. It was outstanding, not very sweet. The dough was lightly brushed with egg yolk for a rich, beautiful finish. These were super fresh and very tender. The baked goods are delivered fresh from an Argentinian bakery in Burbank. This is a great find! Not your usual small neighborhood grocery. I am very excited to return.

Small Latin specialty market, with many products you can't find even in the larger Latin themed…read moregrocery stores. Nice meat selections, and a few fresh baked items like empanadas. Parking is easy in the shopping center's lot. We specifically stopped in to buy a premium Argentinean butter that my wife was looking for. The young woman working at the cash register had an off-putting attitude when we asked about it and said that they were out of stock. We continued shopping and upon check out, an older gentleman (the owner, I believe) said that they did have it and went to the back and brought several out to my wife. Happiness was restored! They also had the Goya brand olives which we love, but other larger stores are no longer carrying. We also picked up some thin sliced Jamon Serrano for our next wine tasting charcuterie board. Overall, a nice little market, not too close to us, but if we lived nearby, I'm sure we'd visit regularly.

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Latimex Market - Fresh Pollo Empanadas

Fresh Pollo Empanadas

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Corte's smoked meats

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