This was a fabulous and enjoyable dining experience, marking our second visit to celebrate my…read morebirthday. From the moment we made the reservation to arriving at the restaurant, the service was attentive and efficient. While our drinks took a little longer to arrive, it was understandable, and we used the waiting time to let everyone at the table visit the salad and hot entrée bar to select sides before the main course arrived. The variety of meats prepared was impressive; today there were approximately 10 to 12 different cuts, including beef, pork, and poultry, each cooked and salted to perfection. After a few hours of indulgence, the classic "meat coma" set in, causing us to forget some details--but the overall experience remained memorable. The setting was warm and inviting, with comfortable seating and ambient lighting that enhanced the dining atmosphere. The staff was exceptionally friendly, attentive, and quick to assist whenever needed. The only minor downside was parking, which can be challenging during busy times. It's important to pay close attention to parking signs to avoid fines. Ultimately, we opted for street parking, which proved to be the simplest option given the circumstances.

If this were a stock it would be undervalued, so I'm giving 5 stars to boost the average score…read more Our group of four came hungry and we were eating within minutes of sitting. We had a reservation, so I'd recommend making one. The restaurant has a good layout where you don't feel like you're sitting so close to hear your neighbors' conversations. We counted 13 different types of meat coming across our table, but there may have been more. My favorites: tri tip, NY strip, pork belly, pork roast, bacon-wrapped chicken, and chicken hearts. The salad and side bar was adequate. We finished with a cheesecake worthy of NY. I was hoping they'd have queijo coalho, but they did have good pão de queijo. Would definitely come back.

Well... what can I say about Boteco? This is the best…read moreBrazilian Restaurant in Vancouver. They have so many great options, specially the apps and main. My favourite is cheese ball and the steak with cassava. Truly authentic Brazilian cuisine. Don't forget to try their caipirinha, specially the passion fruit. Amazing customer experience, the waiters were so friendly and helpful. I will definitely come back!!!!

Summer is almost over, so we decided to squeeze in one more patio dinner. Brazilian food turned…read moreout to be perfect for it. We saw Boteco Brasil's top reviews and had to check it out. It's tucked away on Nanaimo & East Broadway, not a super busy area, but we noticed lots of Brazilian guests dining here. That's always a good sign! What we ordered: * Picanha Verão - A special Brazilian sirloin cut, served with a light hearts of palm salad. We're usually not sirloin steak people, but this dish completely surprised us. Juicy, flavourful, and a must-order signature plate! * Bobó de Camarão - Shrimp in creamy coconut milk sauce with rice & salad. The sauce was rich and comforting, we couldn't stop spooning it over the rice. * Dados de Tapioca - Crispy fried tapioca cubes dipped in sweet pepper jelly. Sweet, savoury, and chewy! It was such a unique appetizer. * Bolinho de Bacalhau - Cod croquettes with a mashed potato inside dough. Golden and speical. * Pudim de Leite Moça - Condensed milk flan. Smooth, creamy, and absolutely heavenly. Another must order! * Brigadeiro - Chocolate truffle ball coated in sprinkles. A classic Brazilian sweet treat. * Beijinho - Sweet coconut ball, soft and chewy. We paired everything with a fruity Batida de Frutas (mango) and the classic Caipirinha. Perfect match for the food and patio vibes. Overall, a hidden gem that transports you to Brazil through food, music, and vibes. We'll definitely be back to explore more dishes! Food:  5/5 Must Try! Service: 5/5 Kids: 4/5 Yay! Price: $30-$40 each person (dinner) Presentation: 2/5 Parking:  Free street parking in the neighbourhood. Tips: * Large outdoor patio seating - perfect for summer nights * Live music on certain evenings * Huge variety of Brazilian dishes to try * Happy Hour (Tue-Fri, 3-6pm) * Have a food truck around the city * Catering services available Would I Return: Yes ‍

Won't be coming back here again. My bf made a reservation and said it was for a birthday, nobody…read moredid anything nor greet the celebrant. The meat selection was limited, also inconsistent (either bloody or overcooked, under seasoned), servers were also slow coming around and sometimes bypass our group of 9. If you come in expecting it to be similar to Fogo de Chao, you will be disappointed. Salad bar only has eggs and beans for protein. No salmon, cold cuts, cheeses whatsoever. For the price of 50 cdn per head, you are better off going elsewhere. Just NO.

Great food and nice atmosphere. Servers were prompt and courteous. Meat selection came around at…read morea comfortable pace.

Just love this place!!! Authentic Brazilian cuisine which reminds me of home…read more Great customer experience.. I will definitely come back!

One of the very few authentic Brazilian places around town. Recommended and approved by my…read moreBrazilian friend. Parking is pretty horrendous here. Best to take transit. The place is quite small, and is more meant for takeout. There are a couple of tables and some bar seating facing the wall. Staff are friendly. They speak Portuguese. They are the real deal. As the food is made fresh, it actually takes 15-20 minutes. Something to keep in mind. The skewer combo I had was solid, but a bit small on the portion size. Knock 1 star off for lack of value. Served with fries, potato salad, salsa, and cassava. I also had the coxinha (chicken filled croquettes) and kibe com queijo (ground geef adn bulgur wheat croquette with melted cheese). The coxinha were tasty and hit the spot. The kibe was surprisingly mostly just cheese inside. The kibe traditional might be a better option. Wouldn't mind coming back to try more dishes. Recommended.

I first learnt of the business from Italian Days in 2023. I had a delicious beef pastel. Their…read moretagline is Brazilian pastels are better than empañadas and I don't disagree. I looked up the business on the internet and search rendered a location in New Westminster. I kept that in mind so I could take my husband there next time we go to New West. He loves anything fried with a filling. My husband and I were wandering in the West End waiting for one of my favourite restaurant to open for lunch and stumbled upon their new location on Denman Street. I was so excited that we changed our lunch plans. We bought 3 pastels to share (beef, bacon & cheese, and cheese & guava jam) and had an impromptu picnic at a quiet spot in the Rhododendron Garden at Stanley Park not far away. The staff was super nice, friendly and helpful. I can see myself just popping in for a goodie whenever I go on a walk to the beach or the park.

This is a hidden gem and I just happen to walk by it and wanted to try it. Super unique -…read moreBrazilian street food. I had no idea what to get and he pointed out pasteles. I chose the one he recommended which was carne seca. Pasteles are like rectangular, deep fried empanadas. Much bigger (the especiale) too. It's like really good. Crunchy and the stuff inside is juicy, the meat is not dry at all. :) great snack. Dessert - I also got the pudim. It's - really sweet. It feels like half syrup. Not sure if that's what Brazilian desserts are like. :) Guy at counter is very friendly. Highly recommen