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    Mr. Pampas

    4.1 (74 reviews)
    PriceyBrazilian
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Great cuts of meats
    Val G.

    Wow, the food here is amazing. The cuts of beef were so good. I am not typically a buffet AYCE type of guy but everything here was so good. Which is typically my problem, I eat too much. I will say they had a shredded cheese covered plantain and it was so damn good. They have plenty of desserts at the bar that are included in the price of the meal but anything they bring to your table [except for the meats] is an adder. Our coffee's at the end and my coworkers Cokes were all added to the bill. The one thing I wish they would do was label what is at the bar. So heck ya, if I am ever in the area I would definitely come again.

    M G.

    The service and ambiance was up to par I guess a good place to go if you have something to celebrate, minus the food ‍. The food and salad bar are questionable, corn was not cooked well, cheese was hard as a rock, desserts were hard nothing was tasty. I wouldn't recommend this place if you're used to an authentic Brazilian restaurant. The meat they advertised was not served, and the meats that served was not pleasant, the meat tasted as if it was cooked over a propane grill which you can taste when you try the meat. The shrimp still had the shell on and the digestive tract was still present. The only thing that was tasteful was the garlic bread and their natural lemonade. Save your time and taste buds on this place.

    Andrea Y.

    First, we checked in with the hostess & although we did not have any reservation, they sat us down right away for a party of 2. They were busy because it was graduation season. They had a good selection of food for their buffet/salad bar and seemed to be always refilled. Drinks were extra but not bad. The quality of food was good for a decent price. Usually all you can eat Brazilian grills / churrascos are about $45-80 in LA but they were only about ~$20 here! Amazing! Just hope they were more attentive with the meats going around tho. We had to wait a little for the first meat to come to us. I liked their picanha, sirloin and Trompo Chicharrón de Rib Eye. Other meats were a little dry. It helps that you can also request for other cuts/meats that you would like. I love grilled pineapple with cinnamon but from Mr. Pampas, I thought that they overcoat it with cinnamon so it was a little overpowering to my liking as they very thinly cut the pineapple. Overall, I liked my experience for the price I paid for. I think it was still worth it!

    Mondays and Thursdays evening are special discounts as shown above
    V M.

    Really amasing value and food, especially on Monday and Thursday evenings afte 7pm. Huge salad bar and meat selection Amazing price Good quality food and most meats. Some meats are too fatty and chewy. Know what you want! Good service, plenty of parking Very close to center of Ensenada

    Gus C.

    Visiting Ensenada is generally about the seafood, but don't sleep on an opportunity to visit this steakhouse. The service was incredible and the salad bar was always fully stocked, with a wide variety of salads and appetizers. Finally, onto the main star of the show; there are a multitude of waiters zipping by at your call, with various cuts and styles of marinated of pork, beef, lamb, shrimp,chorizo, sausages, you name it! Oh, and don't sleep on the garlic bread, it's addicting!

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    Gloria L.

    Ok, so you probably don't think of Brazilian BBQ when visiting Ensenada, Mexico but it's worth trying after you've had your fill of local specialties such as tacos and ceviche. Ensenada has most of the major international foods at great new restaurants so it may be time to try new things so off we went. We heard it was expensive but for males it was around $17 and $15.50 for females. All of us considered this a good deal for all you get-but you want to come hungry! They have a cool sign that spins to No when you don't want the meat servers to come by or Yes when you are ready for meat. We started at the massive salad bar. There was really everything from soup to nuts-well, sunflower seeds for your salads. You can get just the buffet for less money-a deal to me since it has enough for a full meal; it has salads, soups, sushi, seafood salads, some meat dishes, and some desserts like rice pudding (really good) with cinnamon, fruits-the watermelon was very good, and a few others. The fideo de pollo soup was so good I could eat this alone for lunch with bread or a small salad. There was one pasta salad that was a bit warm-so we just skipped it. I'm not sure what qualifies a place as a Brazilian BBQ but the meat is grilled to a delicious caramelized brown with tasty char marks. They have maybe 50 different meats that they alternate (see list on sign in photos). We saw approximately 20 different ones (2 per server on a double spit) and we tried most of them in our group. The nice thing is that you can ask for just a small amount to try before then get your favorites afterward. We had to top it off with a small bowl of rice pudding and watermelon. We had more than enough to eat and felt satisfied by all the different tastes. The servers were wonderful and helpful, explaining the different meats. Though having a bit of Spanish really helps but you can tell pretty easily the chicken, chorizo, beef and pork. The only meat none of us had here was tripe (tripa) and tongue (lengua) even though we all had those in tacos. I highly recommend trying Mr. Pampas. It has so many items to try that it is a good deal. Service is great and the ambiance is nice.

    Current prices as of 7/30/18

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    I just really love this place!! The serving sizes are beyond plentiful and the variety is amazing.

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    Service is good and meats are good options but the buffet items can be better and more fresh looking.

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    3 years ago

    Pretty good ! Really yummy for a decent price - good for the meat lover in your life!

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    Amazing place definitely recommend great prices great food and great atmosphere if in Ensenada come by and see for yourself

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    Food was amazing and a must stop if you're in Ensenada!!!! So many choices of perfectly grilled meat!!!!!

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    Great experience. Salad bar is excellent and they have a huge selection of meats. Great service

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    Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse San Diego

    4.4(268 reviews)
    109.8 km
    $$$

    I take my son to the doctors office every week and we drive bye it and always wondered if it was…read moreany good. Me being in the industry for 30 years was very judgmental cause I look at everything when I walk in sorry bad habit. We were greated with smiles on entering, no wait time sat down and waited for our server since it was our first time there wasn't sure how it work. Very clean place tables everything. So our server taylor if i got her name right, I told her it was our first time here and she explained everything perfectly answered all our questions with a smile and happy attitude. Good job. Like I said I watch everything, like how long it takes for servers to get to the table how often they check back on the table. I also watch other tables and there servers on how they interact with the quest that come in to eat. So me and my son proceeded to go to the salad bar. Very clean and it looked great. Nice presentation . All the food on the salad bar tasted great. When we sat back down we had the meats start to arrive. Wow all the meats, chicken, fish ,and pork were cooked perfect no complaints. My favorite was the lamb. I love lamb and was looking forward to trying it. I was not disappointed perfect. Not gamie at all. So we had dessert at the end very good. I was very pleased with the experience. So since it went well I left a 100 tip for tayor cause I am sure that they tip out the runners and busers for all the work they do as well. She wouldn't except it but I left it anyway. Also great job kitchen staff for all the hard work you guys do as well. Thanks again chef mike. Next time II'll come with a bigger appetite.

    I celebrated my birthday at Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse with my friends, and we had a…read morewonderful experience. The service was excellent, and the staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, making our celebration even more special. Of course, the steaks were superb, perfectly cooked and as delicious as always. The variety of meats and the quality of the food made every bite enjoyable. It was definitely worth the price, and we left happy and satisfied. I highly recommend Rodizio Grill for anyone looking for great food, outstanding service, and a memorable dining experience.

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    Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse San Diego - Main buffet

    Main buffet

    Rodizio Grill Brazilian Steakhouse San Diego - Chicken spicy & sweet

    Chicken spicy & sweet

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    Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - THE GOLDEN STEAK

    Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse

    4.7(1k reviews)
    108.7 kmDowntown
    $$$$
    Large group friendly
    All you can eat

    Took family here over the other day and it absolutely crushed. We've been to a few of the other…read morebig-name Brazilian steakhouses, but this spot is just so good. The meat rotation is fast, and everything was actually hot and perfectly cooked, the picanha and the lamb chops were incredible. Usually, at these places, you fill up on the cheese bread, but the quality of the steaks made it worth saving room. Even the salad bar had better high-end stuff like candied bacon and good cheeses. Service was fast, attentive, and they kept checking in to see if there were specific cuts we were waiting on. It's definitely on the pricier side, but for a special night out where everyone leaves stuffed and happy, it's worth it.

    Definitely my go to when it comes down to Brazilian Steakhouses…read more My go to has to be the specialty, Picanha! The golden steak is also an amazing bite. The service is top notch. I have been to numerous Brazilian steakhouses and I have had issues with how often the Gauchos attend our table but NOT here! They are always at your service and willing to help you with whatever you need! Feel free to request anything you want and they will bring it to you! The salad and tapas bar is also a plus. Stop by here after your visit to seaport village!

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    Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Our menu is inspired by the Gaucho culture and the authentic dining tradition of the Brazilian cowboy - grilled meats and fresh salads.

    Our menu is inspired by the Gaucho culture and the authentic dining tradition of the Brazilian cowboy - grilled meats and fresh salads.

    Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - Hearts of palm, artichoke, sweet beets, asparagus, caprese salad, imported cheeses, and cured meats are only some of the almost 40 items.

    Hearts of palm, artichoke, sweet beets, asparagus, caprese salad, imported cheeses, and cured meats are only some of the almost 40 items.

    Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse - With 17 different cuts of meats, ranging from beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and fish, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

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    With 17 different cuts of meats, ranging from beef, pork, chicken, lamb, and fish, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

    Mr. Pampas

    Mr. Pampas

    3.0(15 reviews)
    139.6 km
    $$

    Brazilian Steakhouse Fact: One cut of meat is more traditional at Brazilian steakhouses than others…read more- The picanha. This cut of meat is called Picanha, and it comes from the top part of a cow's rump. You may recognize it from your grocery store, as it's also sometimes referred to as the sirloin cap. ― thedailymeal.com What a great Brazillian BBQ spot. With over 20-years of experience, they do things well...done. Keep in mind, Mexico is a place that likes their meat well-done, which makes an American tourist, like me, sad. I'm not dinging them on that as it's part of the culture. They do have salsa and sauces for you to dip the meat. The meat selection is great, the staff is so nice and accommodating (one even speaking some English after hearing some of us speaking English), and there's some really great cuts of meat. My biggest complaint isn't the cook on the meat but the smoky dining room. My throat and eyes were absolutely burning afterward.

    Those in the kitchen deserve a great review, BUT since this Yelp is intended as a review for a…read morebusiness overall, I've got to give them a one star. I'd give them a zero or negative if I could, but unfortunately that's not possible. Reasons for the one star: After we've finished our dinner, a young man came to take payment. I gave him my card and he continued to charge the card. After the screen went to the "tip" section, the kid took off, and returned demanding payment. I suppose he mistook me for being an American for an easy con. Fortunately the missus father is a banker from Mexicali and he questioned him. He said that he canceled the transaction and they he needed to take it again. He was then demanded to show the cancellation receipt that would have Ben printed out, but the kid said that no receipt was printed. He called his manager and we sorted things out. I'll still have to follow up with my bank to verify that no extra charges were placed on my card. Definitely a shame because the food was quite good.

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    Mr. Pampas - Exterior.

    Exterior.

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    Dessert plate.

    Rei Do Gado Brazilian Steakhouse

    Rei Do Gado Brazilian Steakhouse

    4.0(2.9k reviews)
    108.8 kmGaslamp
    $$$

    I am a huge fan of Brazilian steakhouses and this one was no exception. Went here during their…read moreweekday $29.95 lunch special and it didn't seem too busy so we were seated right away. The restaurant was spacious, well-lit, and very clean. The gaucho chefs were attentive and constantly came table side with a variety of delectable meats that were perfectly seasoned. They had a lot of options at the hot/cold bar to accompany the meats as well as sauces for the meats that I actually haven't had at other Brazilian steakhouses. The only minor complaint we had was that our drinks took a while to arrive and we were wondering if they had forgotten, but they eventually came halfway through the meal. I would've minded more if I didn't already have water and if it wasn't an AYCE buffet so I'll let it slide. Overall, I'd recommend this restaurant because the quality of the meats and the friendliness of the chefs made it a wonderful experience. They always had a smile on their faces and were great at explaining the different cuts as well as asking us if we prefer any specific cut. I absolutely hate places that only bring Picanha around once in a while, but in my experience here, they were very accommodating to bring what we craved.

    The food is pretty good, but not as good as the prices suggest it'd be! The service was fine. It…read morewas really busy, but I've never been to a Brazilian steakhouse that wasn't. The dining area was loud, but comfortable.

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    Rei Do Gado Brazilian Steakhouse - Mural on catering truck, Rei Do Gado Restaurant, San Diego

    Mural on catering truck, Rei Do Gado Restaurant, San Diego

    Rei Do Gado Brazilian Steakhouse
    Rei Do Gado Brazilian Steakhouse

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