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Copacabana

4.1 (276 reviews)
InexpensiveBrazilian, Buffets
Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Less than $12 bucks for a plate of steak, feijoada and a few other items.
Renato M.

This is still my favorite self service/buffet place in Astoria. Very tasty Brazilian food for a decent price. Their picanha and other Brazilian churrasco steaks are the best for a fair price, staff is friendly and there's plenty of seats inside. Even for those who don't enjoy meat there's a good variety of vegetarian options.

Top Sirloin Steak Sweet Plantains
Lauren Y.

Their meats are amazing! Particularly enjoyed the top sirloin with garlic and the short ribs. Love that they can cut you pieces of meat straight off the skewer. Place was really clean and not too crowded on a Saturday night. Will definitely come back for the delicious meats!

Jason T.

Ate here after work for lunch and dinner as a temporary substitute paraprofessional at P.S. 112 Q trying Brazilian food for the first time feeling curious about what to choose and eat. I had chose tried and eaten a variety of meat and different types of dishes and sides with a can of Brazilian soda. It was definitely good and delicious. The service there was also attentive. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time.

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Jayden D.

Another great Brazilian buffet with food that doesn't disappoint. Went over to the Astoria location, I've been to the one in Jackson Heights about 5 years ago and this place has a similar vibe to its other location. Food is also affordable too, my plate was about $15, bumped up to $21 with dessert and can of soda. A bit disappointed I didn't see any chicken anywhere in the meat section so I settled for strip steak and roast pork which was pretty decent along with seafood and vegetable yellow rice with a plantain on the side. It was a relaxing lunch and the service was pretty decent.

Stephanie V.

My best friend is Brazilian. Her mother took us here Sunday and the food was incredible!! I loved it. The place is nice it also had an outside sitting area. I will definitely be going again!!

Buffet $8.49/lb
Jonghan L.

A hole in the wall, no frills spot that serves a hot + salad bar for $8.49/lb. Also more expensive options if you get the bbq/churassacuria meats at like ~$10/lb. Ain't the fanciest food out there, but with various salads, lamb, beef, chicken, cod it will hit all the notes. The beef was a brisket that was super juicy and delicious. The cod and chicken were saucy and flavorful. Very authentic and homey cooking. Also great selections of exotic juices, e.g. cashew nut juice, guava etc. At this price point, Copacabana cannot be beat. *I'm sorry Whole Foods but your hot bar is way too overpriced for what you're selling.

Tyler L.

This is a no frills but authentic Brazilian restaurant. There is a self serve buffet where you help yourself and you are charged based on the weight. The buffet includes selections such as feijoada, farofa, chicken, spaghetti, rice and beans, hard boiled eggs, and many more. There is a large salad bar area too with a good mix of vegetables. The feijoada is a must try. And for a little extra money, you can get grilled churrascaria meats such as steak, sausage and chicken. I thought the sausage was especially tasty. I have been to other Brazilian places in Queens that are similar such as Aroma and Villa Brazil. Like some of the other places, some of the buffet selections here seemed a little old and dry but it's to be expected from a buffet. Overall, you still get good value for your money.

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Gail B.

If I could give this sorry excuse for a Brazilian "eat in, take out" restaurant, ZERO stars I would. The mashed potatoes tasted like they were made from a box. The chicken drumsticks tasted like yesterday's leftovers. They were not fresh. No meat on the grill looked appealing to me, so I did not get anything. I feel so ashamed that I tried this place out. Stay away from here! Go to Villa Brazil Café Grill instead. They have way better food.

Kann T.

Everything was good. The food was on the heavier side. There's pretty much no service there. The bbq is nice as well. Classic Brazilian food that hit the spot when you need it.

Bruno J.

The food is amazing! Picanha is so goood and everyone here is so nice. If you're in Astoria I would definitely recommend.

Acarajé, guaraná diet; beef ribs...

Wednesday. Acarajé! Yes! You have all barbecue meats and dessert. I go 3-4 times a week because big variety of salad and food there. It's fast and very inexpensive. Service outstanding from everybody that works there.

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A Brazilian buffet with a great variety of delicious options at reasonable prices. What's not to love?!

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9 years ago

Best meat from the grill with a side of tomato and onion salad (not sure what it's called). Love this place!

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Food was great and prices were very reasonable. Come hungry because nothing disappoints.

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The best food in Astoria always fresh meat and buffet and a very good price.

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The price of buffet is per lb? Ir it Is "all you can está"?

It's per lb. They do not offer an all you can eat option. The price is really good though, my individual bill is usually between $8 and $11 in average.

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$8.99- for meat only $7.49- for other dishes

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