I had great expectations for Churrascaria Giovanaz after reading all the reviews here (and getting…read morea recommendation from someone at the hotel). Perhaps it was just the night we went - or a disruption in their meat supply - but I found Churrascaria Giovanaz a bit average. The sides were few and nothing special. And while the meat quality was good, there was not much variety. It was the same 5-6 options cycling around the room over and over again. I was looking forward to the picanha but it never appeared. The restaurant itself was very comfortable - casual in the typical Brazilian sense. It was filled with mostly locals, so that reassured us when we walked in the door. People seemed to be having a good time with their families and friends. I was hoping for a couple chopes, but all they had was large bottles of beer. Cerveja did the trick but somehow doesn't go as well with rodizio as draft beer does. As mentioned above, the meat selection was limited the night we went. However, I can attest that the quality of the meat was good, albeit overcooked to me (I prefer medium rare and the options were medium and above). I'm willing to give Churrascaria Giovanaz the benefit of the doubt and assume that evening was a fluke. Service was on the ball, I will give them credit for that. But there had to be a reason why the place was packed with so many locals. The price was great for what you got, I was just lead to believe we'd get a bit more.

Porto Alegre is the home of the churrascaria so I thought it only fitting that we should try this…read morein it's home state. This place was outstanding value with exceptional cuts of meat cooked to perfection and service to match. I love my steak rare so I'm not going to lie I was in meat heaven, fillet mingon, top sirloin, bottom sirloin, rib eye, ribs, cheese wrapped in steak it was all pink and juicy oozing that little bit of blood. This was accompanied by a variety of local sausages, chicken, fish of the day and grilled cheese, it was all happening. The meat wave kept coming warm and plentiful from the kitchen. For those looking for a side other than meat fear not. Upon sitting down you are given a choice of salad to have many with cheese and then during the meal they bring around polenta chips, chips, onion rings, bread and ceased salad. Come hungry. It's worthwhile as you don't want to be too full to enjoy your meat or pass up a cut because you can't fit it in. If you can fit it in deserts are pretty tasty too. Cudos to the wait staff for their very pleasant and friendly and attentive service. They are always ready to helpful and smiling despite the hectic atmosphere. I was also impressed by the small plate of sausage and kebab we received whilst waiting for our table.

Spectacular steakhouse experience! Superb service and very generous with servings! Definitely…read morerecommend if you have time in Porto Alegre as we did for a day. The restaurant looks out of place in the street but definitely worth going inside! Prices were also very nice for what you get.

Great food, service and ambience. One of the best in town. Good place to eat and keep working for…read morethe rest of the day (yes, you can do it).

I thought it would be better. Stellar vibe, casual, with a beautiful grill. Wait staff was…read moreattentive and efficient. Overpriced, though, and the cuts of meat were not great. Our lamb chops and picanha were a nice red color but were dry, tasteless, and the fat hardly cooked off. We enjoyed our night here but I wouldn't recommend it.

It seems like a good restaurant, but it doesn't impress me at all when I saw some flies flying…read morearound all the dishes. And we reported to the manager right away, but it didn't draw any attention to him. Very disappointed.

Came here for a dinner with customers. Not a fan of buffets in general, especially sushi but this…read morewas good. Decent beer selection and they make a dangerously strong Caipirinha...watch out.

Great food, drinks and excellent service. The sushi buffet was very tasty and fresh. Couldn't have…read moreasked for more! Excelente comida, bebidas e serviço excelente. O buffet de sushi era muito saboroso e fresco. Não poderia ter pedido mais!