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Fogo de Chao

309 E. 3rd St., Ste. 100, Austin, TX 78701 (Downtown)
512-472-0220
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Ranked #12 of 2,454 restaurants in Austin
Price range: RM142 - RM142
Cuisines: Brazilian, South American, Steakhouse
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Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Private Dining
Neighbourhood: Downtown
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Austin, Texas
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

I have been to Fogo de Chao several times and have wonderful dining experiences every time. The food is excellent, the service is top notch, the wait is usually minimal. This is one of my favorites and especially for special occasions. Recently went for Mother's Day lunch and was not disappointed. In fact, I like the lunch prices much better.... More

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Austin, Texas
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18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

A friend of mine invited me to this Churascaria (Brazilian steak house). Basically after a buffet style first course, the waiters start to bring to your table multiple cuts of meat on a skewer that he slices directly on to your plate. The idea is you try everything (there is all kinds of meats) and ask more of the ones... More

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Tulsa, Oklahoma
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58 reviews 58 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We tried Fogo de Chao in Austin for the first time. We loved all the food. The salad bar is great, and the meat is amazing. You couldn't beat the service. The wait staff anticipated our every need. We were dinning with my two-year old. The brought her a "lighter" set of silver ware that was easier for small hands... More

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Darwin, Australia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Stumbled across this place at lunchtime and remembered reading raves about it. So happy that we went in - an amazing experience rather than a meal. Fabulous food and service, highly recommend this restaurant.

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Killeen, Texas
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24 reviews 24 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013 via mobile

The staff makes you feel like your the only one in the restaurant. Kill salad bar could be a meal on its own GREAT CHOICES. the meat selection is amazing. Lamb T-bones soooo good

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New Braunfels, TX
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17 reviews 17 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013

I took my dad for a belated Father's Day last June. From the valet, to the waiter that told me exactly what met my gluten free restrictions, to the gift bag for my dad, to the AMAZING food and cheese bread (gluten free!!!!!)--our experience was flawless and memorable. The salad bar alone would be a meal--beautiful cheeses and fresh vegetables,... More

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Austin, Texas, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

very nice authentic restaurant, its not just coming in and eating type of place. Its an experience! Your get to choose how to make your own salads, I'm talking a gourmet salad bar! It had salmon, aged Parmesan well over two dozens ingredients to choose from. But don't stuff your self with there amazing selection "i think they want you... More

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braddotcom
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34 reviews 34 reviews
22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

Always love eating at these places. Bring an appetite and try not go too crazy on the salad bar stuff. Since the meat will keep coming and coming, go with just the types you really want. For example, I always turn down all the chicken. You can ask for specific meat and they will immediately get it for you. This... More

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Killeen, Texas
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17 reviews 17 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013 via mobile

The salad bar could be a meal In itself, but for $25 a plate that we paid for the children to eat I wished there had been more veggies and maybe a little fruit. The service was very attentive. People were constantly checking on us; so much, in fact, that it did not feel like we only had one waitress.... More

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Rio de Janeiro, RJ
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5 restaurant reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

I was surprised with the quality and service. I had never gone before in a Brazilian steakhouse outside Brazil. I liked very much. I suggest not forget to try the pão de queijo.

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