Alyn Matumadi
Went here for the first time with my girlfriends to celebrate the holidays early before my vacation. Our server Joseph from Brazil was excellent and a pleasure to have. He was so attentive and helpful with everything.
The salad bar exceeded my expectations and there was a variety of things to choose from!
Atmosphere was nice and the restaurant itself was very clean and wasn’t too dark like a lot of restaurants.
Seating was ok. We were sat near a walkway and back against a wall so when the meats were being served it was a bit tight.
Most the severs were pleasant and smiling and the vibes were there.
Food and meats were great and cooked just right!
Tequila cart going around was a genius idea instead of having to wait awhile for a drink – it came to you!
Would definitely come here again!
… moreKhiem Nguyen
While I normally find a restaurant in this price range extravagant, I found the service here even more so, so much that I would return here again without any special occasion. They do decorate with fake flowers and the like all over which sets a nice mood. We went here for our anniversary of confessing our feelings for one another and beginning our whole long distance relationship. It was actually the best service I’ve had in the Bay. It’s the most well run Brazilian Steakhouse I’ve ever been to. The servers and managers are constantly running the floor making sure people are getting what they want. If they so much as see you looking for something, they ask you so that they can make sure to send it your way. For those who do the cutting and have less strong English, they’re extremely friendly and do their best to help you even if they have trouble understanding! For the food, let’s start off with the bad because it’s pretty short. The hot sides here are actually the worst I’ve had. Like the mash potatoes were room temperature and hard. The banana foster was dry and not balanced. The cheese bread wasn’t light and fluffy. The grilled shrimp was a bit too overcooked. For the steaks, they sometimes serve well-done so do keep track of that because even the well-done filet mignon was a battle and a half to fight through. The beef rib they served me was precut and was not as tender as other beef ribs I’ve gotten. However, their picanha was top notch. Well-marbled, tender, and balanced, their best cut. Their spicy picanha was also great, which is a first for spicy picanha at Brazilian steakhouses. The ribeye was strong and flavorful, their second-best cut. The filet mignon wrapped with bacon was super juicy and tender. However, one of the cuts I got was well-done and they was rough to eat. I believe they wrap their fraldinha in gold leaf foil. I don’t care for the novelty but they cut it right in front of you and the steak cut is choice. I rank it fourth just because it’s hard to readily get but it was by far the juiciest. The other cuts and pieces were all forgettable, nothing to really harp on. The pineapple is a great palette cleanser and the hint of cinnamon goes well with the colder seasons.
… moreSurge Meckem
Came here for my Mom’s birthday and it was so worth it. A bunch of family and family friends came and everyone enjoyed themselves very much. The salad bar was fantastic and the different types of steaks very to die for! If you haven’t tried this place, it’s a must! Put it on your bucket list and bring your whole family! 5 stars!
… moreNancy M.
Came here for a company dinner. Food, ambience and service were fantastic. Their proteins (meats, shrimp, and salmon) were perfectly seasoned and cooked. Loved the presentation of their “Golden Steak.” Their salad/appetizer bar had excellent selections including smoked salmon, honey smoked bacon (reminded me of OCK’s) and a charcuterie board with assorted cold cuts and cheese. This is now my favorite Churrascaria.
… moreFreddie Rivera
Great service and very tasty meat. Great experience trying the 24k gold meat. Had lots of pineapple with cinnamon and the salad bar had many options. Great place for family and friends.
… moreAnn Pham
Some meat had a weird smell, but we still enjoyed majority of them. The grilled gold meat performance was impressive
… moreIvan Baradi
Very amazing experience I have dining at this restaurant. We usually come here for a Brazilian Steakhouse dinner. The ambiance is very fancy and modern.
They have a buffet where people can get food before they get served with all types of meats. I would advise not to get too much from the buffet because they tend to serve you a lot and you might get full. Speaking of that, they have like cards where you can flip them if you want them to still serve you meat. The cheese bread was amazing and this is actually my first time trying golden steak!
I’m surprised that when I came in, there were so many people and by the time we’re almost done, literally there were more empty seats. It’s really a good time coming here whenever you have celebrations. Highly recommended for you to dine here!
… moreStephen P
Galpão Gaucho is a carnivore’s dream come true! The service is great, with staff so friendly you’ll want to invite them to your next barbecue. The beef ribs and short ribs? Pure, meaty bliss—keep ‘em coming! The cheese with honey and grilled pineapple with cinnamon sugar are sweet, drool-worthy perfection; I’d return just for those. The salad bar is solid, adding some vibrant colors to your plate to balance the meat coma. A must-visit for meat lovers!
… moreSiddhi Kiran Bajracharya
I’ve seen some mixed reviews, but my experience was overall positive. The service was impressively fast. We managed to try nearly everything on the menu in under 45 minutes. When my wife requested her lamb chop well done, our server not only remembered but made sure to bring it to our table multiple times throughout the meal. That kind of attentiveness makes a difference.
The staff also give great recommendations. We were hesitant about the chicken hearts, but one of the servers encouraged us to give them a shot. Turns out, we loved them. These folks clearly know their menu.
Is it pricey? It can be, if you don’t have a game plan for a Brazilian buffet. My tip: if you notice the servers cycling through the same cuts, just let them know you’d like to try something different, they’re happy to accommodate. That said, I think it’s absolutely worth it, especially the weekday lunch.
One last piece of advice. check out the menu before you go, and don’t hesitate to tell the servers exactly what you want to eat.
… moreRicky Da Luz
First time at a Brazilian steakhouse and I was completely satisfied. Meat was tender and juicy. The salad bar was impressive and necessary to give your mouth and palate a break from the onslaught of meat you’ll be consuming. The most surprising thing was how good the grilled pineapple was, definitely a must when you go.
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