came in to fogo de chao for the weekday meal option and tried the cheese platter. i was a little…read moreunsure about the dietary restriction options. i was told that no food was fried in the restaurant but tbh a lot of the appetizers we ordered felt a bit on the heavier side. otherwise, the restaurant was very empty on a weekday before the soccer game taking place right across the street at the park. it was very clean inside. overall it was a good experience. our service was a little slow too.

I've eaten at Fogo de Chão quite a few times over the years, and what stands out most is the…read moreconsistency. Restaurants can have off nights. Service can slip. Food quality can vary. Somehow, every time I've come here, the experience has been excellent. I honestly cannot remember a single bad meal. This isn't a place I visit every week or even every month. It's more of a special occasion destination every few months. Part of the reason is that every visit turns into an event. We always go for the full experience, and by the time we leave, we're completely stuffed, happy, and already talking about when we'll come back. The quality of the food is outstanding. Everything arrives hot, flavorful, and expertly prepared. Whether it's one of the signature cuts of beef, lamb, chicken, pork, or something from the Market Table, I've yet to find an item that disappointed me. Usually, by the end of the meal, I've lost track of how many different things I've tried because I'm too busy enjoying all of it. One thing that always makes me laugh is the famous red and green card system. In theory, you flip the card to green when you want more food and red when you need a break. In reality, after a few visits, the staff seems to remember what you like. I've had servers and gauchos walk by with cuts they know I enjoy and offer them before I even have a chance to flip the card. That's not a complaint. It's actually one of the reasons the experience feels so personal. The service deserves just as much praise as the food. From the moment you walk through the door, you're welcomed warmly. Throughout the meal, someone is always checking to make sure you're enjoying yourself, asking if you need anything, and making sure the experience lives up to expectations. It never feels forced or scripted. The staff genuinely seems to care that you're having a great time. We usually arrive around 5:00 or 5:30, before the dinner rush really gets going. That timing has always worked well for us and allows for a relaxed, enjoyable meal without feeling crowded or rushed. Fogo de Chão isn't inexpensive, but that's because you're getting an experience, not just a meal. Between the quality of the food, the attention from the staff, and the overall atmosphere, I've always felt like I got my money's worth. At this point, if someone asks me where to go in Providence for a memorable dinner, Fogo de Chão is always near the top of my list. Fantastic food, exceptional service, and a level of consistency that is surprisingly rare these days. Five stars without hesitation.

Everything was amazing. We got the Brazilian appetizer and one of the piccata platters and we both…read morehad resilient plan. Everything was excellent above and beyond and the service was also excellent.

Wow! These short ribs are fantastic, they melt in your mouth without chewing…read more Our waitress was very nice and explained to us all about the food on the menu. I will stop in here again for sure.

Everything was fantastic. Food, service and ambience. We have returned several times and plan on…read morereturning in the future.

One of the strangest dining experiences my husband and I have ever had. The server started off by…read morebringing a bottle of wine to our table, setting it down, and fully tried selling it to us. When we rejected the bottle, he left it at our table until we ordered something else. I am all for getting your sales up, but this was incredibly weird. The steak was good, and the individuals bringing it over were great. Our night ended with this complimentary birthday... plate? Again, very strange for a restaurant of this price point. I am not from here, and was expecting a very different experience. You're better off going to any other steakhouse in the area.

Very poor experience and bad food. Pricing options were very confusing, and complicated. The main…read morebuffet line they have out is $11.49 a pound, and then the meat behind the counter is $16.49. I took about a pound and a half from the buffet of the beef stew, chicken, rice, plantains, and tomato salad, and a cheese ball. Then I ordered separately the meat behind the counter. The more expensive meat that was supposed to be medium rare was incredibly gamy, hard to swallow and quite under seasoned. Not good at all. That was a waste. The beef stew was also under seasoned, the sauce lacked flavor, and taste. This was softer, it was fine meat but nothing that should be restaurant grade. The rice resembled a sea. Someone dumped way too much salt in, it was dreadful. The tomato salad was not salted, and had no dressing, a lackluster item. The plantains were not crisp as they should be. The cheese bread ball, a cheese flavored rock. Worthless. Lastly to the chicken which was the brightest spot, it was nice and soft and juicy, perhaps the only good thing on that whole buffet line. And this didnt come close to cutting it for me. As if I wanted more I would have to keep on paying and I was already $30 down. I never intended to spend so much. The pricing seems fair but once you start eating, you will go though plates and have to stop yourself before the bill is in the $40 plus dollar range. It makes no sense why they charge per pound and not just do one charge and it be ayce. Charging 11.49 for rice or beans, at 11.49 at the same price as the beef stew is ridiculous. The sauces that they have also are all mass produced processed junk. They didn't taste fresh. Terrible waste of money, won't be back find literally any other restaurant to go to. Another thing, this restaurant had flags around there store, I believe for the world cup, you would think this is fine and dandy however in the front of the store a freaking NORTH KOREA flag was hung up, and get this, it went right next to a Russia, China & Iran flag!!! This is a massive naivety, even though I don't believe it was deliberate it is unacceptable.

I've always heard great things about banana Brazil and I finally got around to trying it out. It's…read moreserve yourself and weighed at the register. There are tables but the spot in general is no-frills. I got the yellow rice and peas, black beans, Maduros, Pernil, and steak. Everything was great but I wasn't a fan of the maduros. They were way too mushy for my liking. I wish they had pao de queijo! The staff was friendly and quick. Great spot for a quick and affordable bite.

Found them unexpectedly by the riverfront. Quality of the food is amazing. We got pork belly and…read morecurry shrimp tacos. The service was very friendly.

From the owner: Cantina curbside Grill offers an amazing selection of Latin-fusion menu items…read more We also cater private events. We use only premium cuts of meats, fresh seafood and produce. We feature many authentic Latin American ingredients. Our specialty is tacos and quesadillas. The labor of love put into every meal is as if we were making it for our own friends and family, every time. So, whether you're at work or at home enjoy a fresh authentic meal.

What a surprise treat to find this place! The items in the buffet were fresh and authentic home…read morecooking. Save room for the star of the show, the skewers of cooking beef, chicken, ribs, omg - delicious. Or should I say Delicias. Staff were incredibly gracious and welcoming. Can't wait to return!

Food is delicious. People come from miles around to enjoy the authentic taste. I will be back…read moreagain, and again, and again.

Lunch today at Banana Brasil Grille in Waterbury. I went with the $14.95/lb Meat only option. My…read morelunch certainly "filled me up", but like other fellow Yelpers have stated in their reviews, some of the meat selections were very salty. The meats that were not as salty tasting were on the bland side, I just kinda expected to experience "more flavor", and it simply just wasn't there. I lived in the Deep South for a year, and the Q found in that region simply blows away what I experienced today. Maybe it's not a fair comparison, but I couldn't help but think that. The location of the Banana Brasil Grille is conveniently located near Rt8, so it was easy to get back on to the highway to continue my journey after my lunch. Overall, I'd say it was a mediocre lunch, I can't see a reason for a return visit. A weak 3 Star Rating, IMO.

So impressed by this buffet! Exceptionally clean but casual and laid back. We went at 11am when…read morethey first opened to experience the food at its freshest, and everything was delicious. A great variety of meats, Brazilian classics, juices, and desserts! Fair pricing too. Can't believe I hadn't been here sooner, and we definitely won't let so much time go by again before our next visit!

One of my favorite places to grab a bite! They have the best coxinha in town--fresh and tasty. The…read moreservice can get very busy in the morning, so make sure to call ahead, as they sometimes sell out. The staff is Brazilian Portuguese and understands Spanish. Prices are very reasonable for the quality of their food. Check them out!

This place is great if you're looking for Brazilian food! I'm obsessed with their coxinha com…read morecatupiry, which they always heat up right when you order them. They have a great selection of savory foods, "salgadinhos"/ snacks, plus a nice selection of delicious deserts. The prices are awesome for a good quantity of food. Ask them for the house-made green mayonnaise which has a special delicious blend of seasoning to it. Just writing about this place makes me want to get in the car and drive over!