We had an absolutely outstanding experience at this Fogo de Chão in Miami Beach--easily one of the…read morebest visits I've ever had at any location. I dine at Fogo de Chão about once a month back home in Georgia, so I already had high expectations, but the level of service here truly exceeded anything I've experienced before. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was exceptional. Manager Sergio was incredibly attentive and made sure everything ran seamlessly throughout our visit. It's clear he takes great pride in his team and the guest experience. Our server, Manuel, was top-notch--professional, friendly, and always one step ahead of our needs. Brandon also stood out with his attentiveness and positive energy, consistently checking in and ensuring we were well taken care of. And Marisabel at the cashier was the perfect finishing touch--warm, efficient, and genuinely kind. The food was just as impressive as the service. The meats were flavorful, well-seasoned, and perfectly prepared. What really stood out was how accommodating the gaucho chefs were when they learned that I prefer my cuts a bit more well done. Without hesitation, they made sure to bring options cooked exactly to my liking, which made the experience feel personalized and thoughtful. Overall, this location sets a new standard. Between the exceptional service, the high-quality food, and the attention to detail, this Miami Beach Fogo de Chão delivers an experience that goes above and beyond. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in town--and honestly, I wish my home location in Georgia could match this level of excellence! Fyi: They will be relocating to Lincoln!

One of the worst dining experiences I've had. From the beginning, the service was extremely…read moredisappointing. The food came out in tiny portions, and instead of bringing everything together, they would bring one small dish and then make us wait another 20 minutes for the next item. The entire meal felt disorganized, and we spent most of the time just waiting. What made it worse was that the quality and experience did not match the price at all. Despite the terrible service, we still decided to leave a $20 tip because we understand servers work hard. However, after leaving, I noticed my card was charged $67, which was shocking and very frustrating. This is not how customers should be treated. Slow service, poor communication, disappointing portions, and unclear charges made the entire experience feel like a waste of money. I hope management looks into this because customers deserve better service and transparency.

Food was terrific. The flavor amazing. Everything we had was cooked at perfection. Torresmo de…read morerolo, bobo de camarão, bife a cavalo and fish Milanese.

The other day we were driving around in Miami Beach looking for a restaurant that we hadn't tried…read moreyet. We spotted Samba Brazil and saw that there was one available parking spot in front of their restaurant! That is rare in Miami Beach so we knew it was a sign to go in! It was the right thing to do! We got there just as they were opening for dinner so it was empty, which we didn't mind because it was quiet and peaceful after a very stressful day for us both. There was nice Latin music playing and we were greeted quickly by Leticia, who became our server. She was very nice and helpful. Her suggestions were great and we had a delicious dinner! We shared the Picanha steak dinner with rice and beans and sauces. It's $43 for 2 people. We thought that was reasonable. It was cooked to perfection in Medium. Juicy and tender, easy to cut! I also loved the red beans with the rice. Nicely seasoned, not spicy hot, just right. The beans were delicious and the rice was good. We had water for our liquid. For dessert, my daughter had the Churros and I had the Brigadeiros. I had a bite of the churros but it was hard and crunchy so I didnt like it. Maybe it is supposed to be that way but I prefer the soft version. The brigadeiros were out of this world delicious!! Simply perfection! I'm giving 5 stars because of them. We enjoyed our first visit here and will be back soon. It is not too far from our neighborhood. Leticia was wonderful as our server. If you get the chance, you should try this place!

Texas de Brazil is an upscale authentic Brazilian Churrascaria Steakhouse in Alton Road known for…read moreits all you can eat flame grilled meats like beef, lamb, pork, chicken and Brazilian sausage, a huge salad bar, delicious sides, desserts, and wines. I had the spicy sirloin, lamb, chicken and the garlic picanha and those were delicious! I liked the garlic mashed potatoes, fried bananas and the cheese bread as well. Service is good and they have attentive staff. The place have a lively and festive atmosphere. The location is inside the Miami Beach Marina, with a beautiful view of the coast and shoreline. Overall, a great lunch or dinner experience definitely worth trying. Check it out!

One of my favorite most satisfiying food and service the creme burle was outstanding the place…read moreambiance

This is a tourist trap for sure…read more First of all, service was mid asf. They had an autogratuity of 18% for a party of 2 people. Let us also note how when we asked for the check, mind you, it was not busy (lol), it took several reminders from us. When we finally got the check, she instantly showed us the additional tip screen. It's insane that this place is rated so high. The food was very much average - not terrible but definitely not amazing. Presentation was okay but very much overrated and overpriced... the picanha and the salmon were ~ 30 each. I'm a small individual and yet the steak was not even enough to fill me up. If you are in a dire need for food and are okay with waiting a decent bit of time with virtually no service, feel free to stop by here. However, if you are truly looking for a nice place to dine and feel like you're getting your money's worth in at the very minimum, taste,... do not stop by here :)

Stop by to try this place today because I walked by all the time and the menu is very attractive…read more Location is OK in typical vibe for the outdoor eating on the street. The overlap at 2 PM between two drinks for the price of one and the brunch menu was very attractive. So why not? I'd read the reviews of others before coming here and people seem to love it or hate it. Unfortunately, I'm on Team Meh. Quick summary would be below average food cooked poorly at extremely high prices. Two light meals, and one round of two for one drinks for $80 come with high expectations. If I had come with low expectations, they would not even have achieved that. To put it into context, I asked the waiter what he would recommend from the brunch menu and he said the burgers were excellent. I looked at the menu and it said 8 ounce burgers with a variety of different toppings. I ordered the Gorgonzola burger. I expected a big juicy burger, considering this is a steakhouse, with nice fresh toppings. The toppings I got were good but not exciting and the blue cheese they used did not have the familiar taste of Gorgonzola. The burger was a flat patty, which clearly didn't even weigh a quarter of a pound, which was overcooked like a hockey puck and had the flavor of a fast food burger. Not even a good fast food burger. toppings were pretty good ut lacked balance and unfortunately did nothing to mask the awful taste of the meat. And even with the bacon (did not see or taste any), onions (overcooked), blue cheese and barbecue sauce, there was not enough food to satisfy my appetite and I am leaving hungry. We ordered two drinks and the drinks weren't bad. They were generous pours and were tasty and well worth the two for one price and actually a bargain for Miami Beach. So if I can leave with one good recommendation for those who want to, stop by for drinks when it's two for one. I'm sure you would be satisfied. My wife had the chicken and waffles. I didn't taste them, but the waffles look like eggos but smaller. She said they tasted good and then said.middling. At over $20 she should be saying they were great. All in all if they can't get a small meal like this right, I'm not coming here for $150 steak. There are a lot of restaurants on the Lincoln Road mall, including another churrascaria. I personally would not waste my time or money on this one. Sidenote: the waiter Camilo was excellent. He took great care of us and even brought water for our dog.

I went with a dear friend for his birthday at Nossa on Thursday and had an amazing time. The entire…read moreexperience was definitely one to remember. The environment of the restaurant is dark and mysterious, edgy and luxurious, which elevated my anticipation of the meal to come. The complimentary glass of champagne was a nice welcome. When it was time to dine, all the guests for the evening were led down a low lit hallway to the dining room. When the frosted glass doors slid open, they revealed a beautiful chef's table situated in the center of the room. All the lighting, colors, and decoration point your eyes toward the chef as if he was on a stage. The restaurant is small, only a few seats around the table. This was nice because you get to know about your fellow guests. Everyone in attendance was so fun and personable. Now for the food. I will confess, I do not normally even like sushi or crave Asian food of this style. However, I loved every dish that was served to me. They hit all the senses - sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste. Other reviews have gone into detail about the various dishes and how good they are so I don't need to. I just want to echo those points and simply express gratitude to the chef for opening my horizons to enjoy these dishes I would not normally have. The showmanship is just right. The chef jokes with the guests and shows off his techniques but there is nothing kitschy or cliché about it. If anyone is concerned about that, let me allay your fears. There were three birthdays being celebrated that night, one of which was my friend's. The restaurant treated us all with a delicious coconut ice cream topped with caviar and finished with a cloud of gold dust. Seeing my friend light up from the gold dust finish made me so happy. Everyone who had a birthday walked away feeling extra special. Finally, a word about cocktails. The Japanese whiskey old fashioned was stunningly good. I had two of them. They source some very old and rare Japanese whiskeys to make their cocktails so they were certainly special. Would I recommend Nossa to others? Absolutely! They limit reservations to a max of two people so go with a close friend or loved one on a special occasion. It was be an experience you both remember and cherish.

Highlights: * Ultra luxury Omakase…read more* Starting at $295+++ per person * An exciting and exclusive experience dinner and a culinary "Show" Omakases in the Miami area have become almost as common to find as Lamborghinis and Ferraris on South Beach lately and high end venues where you can easily beg for the right to pay in advance and spend over $1,000 ++ per couple for dinner with wine or sake, tax, tip and extras, are becoming quite common. If you're going to drop a grand or two for dinner you are 1. Looking for something really special, 2. Want great food, great service and a special experience, 3. Can afford it or at least for a special occasion. I can't speak to your budget but Nossa, which means "Wow" in Portuguese will provide you with a very unique experience, a "Wow". You pay for a non refundable meal on Tock, in advance. Tax, tip, beverages and extras will be paid onsite later. There are only 15 or so spots per night, 6-8 per seating. Be sure to pay attention to the email instructions. You must arrive in advance (not Miami time). Part of the fun is finding the place. You are directed to a small poke shop where it looks like you're in the wrong place. You ask the cashier for instructions. He hands you an envelope with your name on it. You open it up and it tells you how to find Nossa. There is a secret hidden entrance close by and they will ask you the password before allowing you in. The secret door opens to a small speakeasy type bar with silent movies playing on the wall and you are offered a complimentary glass of bubbles (Prosecco). You are later escorted into a beautiful room, black with red lights, Japanese lanterns, jellyfish art, a large open kitchen and a custom semi circular marble dining counter with a spot light over each guests service area, where you and a few other guests (8 total maximum) will enjoy watching the night's preparations served directly in front of you. Depending on the theme of the night the focus might be on fish, wagyu, caviar, sake or whiskey matching. Chef Max Kamakura of Brazilian and Japanese background starts the show. Expect a lot of smoke, fire and showmanship as he creates 13 or more courses for you. On our visit in August the focus was Wagyu A5, see photo of menu. We had 7 different Wagyu preparations (oyster, tartare, smoking sando, tataki, Shabu shabu, uni, lemon and chasola), with 4 nigiris and dessert. We also took them up on several additional nigiris which were $20 each ++ per person extra, adds up. There is a small wine and sake list or corkage is available for wine collectors. I found it interesting that Nossa ages their own fish. Yes certain fish can be aged if you know what your doing. And like prime dry aged beef the fish can gain amazing complexity. We tried some aged fish next to fresh and it was quite surprising. Chef Kamakura uses an array of special cooking gadgets, smokers, and at times it looks like the lab of a mad scientist or a magician. When he's done you are served in an array of unique and attractive dishes. Nossa is not for everyone, but if you're an adventurous foodie who can handle Michelin prices and are looking for a unique experience then Nossa is for you.

We came here during the day, ate indoors, and had great service. It was nice and cool inside, which…read morewas perfect on such a hot day. I highly recommend the saqueroska with passion fruit. My son said the picanha burger was the best burger he has ever had. The salgados platter is a must. Those bolinhos are to die for, and it is the best appetizer if you want a little variety and a good taste of what they offer. The cheese and beef pasteis were also delicious. All of the sauces are good, but the green sauce is on another level. We have been coming here for 17 years, and it is so nice to see this place continue to thrive. Very well deserved.

They made it on the dirty 30! On the news! 30 violations,…read moreincluding fridges not cold enough and one said food contact surfaces SOILED WITH food debris, MOLD like substance or SLIME. DO NOT EAT HERE

My friends and I had just returned from a cruise and had one evening to enjoy in Miami. As…read morecarnivores, we thought this restaurant would be an appropriate choice for dinner. We were so surprised and impressed by the service, quality, value, and execution of food. Alberto was our main waiter who was supported by additional staff who were friendly and attentive- simply professional and hospitable. We tried the ham croquettes, melted cheese with chorizo, and fried calamari for starters; and the tomahawk, rib eye, and picana steaks as our mains. The croquettes were so delicious with two dipping sauces- the green herbal one was a perfect pairing. The melted cheese was excellent, prepared and presented in a cast iron skillet with crisp edges. The fried calamari was delightful as well with large fresh pieces and accompanied by fried zucchini chips amidst the calamari. The stars of the show were the meats that were prepared just the way we wanted and like. Each person in our group ranked the meats in different order but we loved the taste with the sides- sweet potato fries, regular fries, grilled corn, and the salt and sauces. The meal was better than expected and just what we needed. We left very happy, very satisfied, and very grateful for the experience. Thanks to Alberto and team!

To start, I was trying to eat at Tapelia and when we asked to be seated we were put in Ole Ole…read morerestaurant which was confusing but we went with it as we didn't want to sit outside. A short recap of the restaurant is the food is not worth the wait at all! We placed our order of drinks, appetizers and main dishes at 2:57. The restaurant was at maybe 60-70% capacity. Our drinks came relatively fast. When we noticed our patrons next to us had already almost finished their appetizers despite being seated AFTER we placed our order we started getting annoyed that our guacamole appetizer hadn't even appeared despite it now being 3:20! When Henry, the manager, asked if we were ok, we asked where our appetizers were in a respectful way and our waitress, Adriana, came by immediately saying, "you only ordered 5 min ago" with such atrocious attitude that wouldn't even be suited for an off Highway Diner. Henry did a great job trying to lighten the experience, and our guacamole did arrive shortly after. Then at 3:45 when we hadn't seen our waitress once since the previous encounter, and our main dishes hadn't arrived we went straight for Henry and he said, "oh you're food is done, are you ready for them?" As if we had to ask versus them arriving when done. They came immediately after. Henry offered to remove one of our appetizers for the trouble but did not. Which is fine, we hadn't expected it, though it was more just annoying as he said he would. I love to tip good service, though this is a prime example of why it is not ok for 20% to be automatically included in a check. The patrons next to us had a different server and their food came out with great time and they seemed to have the experience we were hoping for when we arrived. So I would have happily tipped their server 20%, however Adriana did not deserve hers and by automatically getting it there is no way for her to be motivated to improve. Onto food, three of us ordered a salad with steak, I forget the name but the steak was so hard to cut and even harder to chew. The other in our group ordered the Chiro Burger? And there was chorizo in it, and lacked flavor per him. The guacamole was delicious as were the fries but the melted cheese with chorizo was not good. Miami has such amazing food, so I'd skip this place.

If you're in Miami and your soul's craving something loud, alive, and unapologetically Latin, go to…read moreBolivar. The place hums with color and chaos in the best way possible. Music spills out onto the sidewalk, the staff greets you like long-lost cousins, and the Colombian food? It punches above its weight. Ceviche that snaps with citrus and heat. Lomo Saltado with just the right grease-to-glory ratio. And the empanadas? A glorious mountain of meat and carbs that could cure heartbreak or hangovers, maybe both. Make sure you get Catalina, she'll make you feel very welcomed.

Amazing food with delicious Colombian flavors. Wasn't too happy with the ambiance because they…read moremaintain in the place in extremely low light. I definitely think this impacted our experience with the food tasting.