Amazing Brazilian food in the heart of Worcester!! Awesome place highly recommend!! Very good, good prices

Damn ... this place got expensive! I went here several years ago and decided that I wanted to try it again. The prices had tripled. I am not blaming the restaurant because the world post-covid has gone absolutely insane from an inflation standpoint. With beef as their 'go to' and chicken no longer being a 'loss leader's (now costing what steak did two years ago, it's not the restaurant's fault. However, I nearly fell out of my chair when I learned the All You Can eat lunch price was nearly $50! For this type of 'cafeteria', a total shocker. The other (better) option is the pay per pound. $17 for salad bar and meat and $20 for just meat. I did the salad bar ... you'd be surprised how much two plantains and a slice of tomato weigh! Salad bar: The rice was very good. The plantains were perfect. The French fries were surprisingly good. They had all kinds of fresh vegetables, mayonaise-covered salads and a huge variety of items. I suppose it would be worth it to get this alone ... however this is where the heavy items that add weight to the price are. Meat station: The guy serving was nice enough but spoke maybe two words of English. I speak English, Spanish and French but no Portuguese ... so we had a difficult time when it came to relating how big a slice I wanted, or how many pieces. My guess is that he is hired more for his expertise running the grill than for serving. And he did a great job as the meat was cooked perfectly. Bacon wrapped chicken ... The only disappointment of the meal. The chicken (and bacon) was dry. It really didn't taste like bacon and the only reason I finished my piece was because I had paid for it. Flank steak ... So good! The outside had a nice char with a salty, almost crunchy texture while the inside was juicy and flavorful. This was my favourite item and I actually went back to get a second plate, despite how filling it is. Garlic steak ... Incredibly salty. A little goes a long way. I didn't get any garlic taste ... it was mostly just salt. I liked it but would choose the flank steak (which is also salty) over this as the marinade made it a little drier. Pork sausage ... Very nice. I didn't notice a huge difference between the spicy and non-spicy but it was cooked really well and it was flavorful. Pineapple ... Okay, this is a must get! This was oddly my favorite part of the meal. I have never had pineapple this good. It is done on the grill with the entire pineapple and they slice pieces off. It is covered in a brown butter sauce that is so flavourful, it is certainly one of the best pineapple dishes I've ever eaten. Because there was a line and the pieces of paper with the meat choices are mostly in Portuguese, I didn't get to try all I'd have liked to ask ordering felt rushed with the line waiting behind me. The all-you-can eat will likely give you the opportunity to try a little of everything. Overall, the better value seems doing the pay by weight and going back for seconds if you are hungry. My first plate was some salad bar stuff (tomato slice, cucumber, plantains, yellow rice and a few french fries) plus a strip of flank steak, bacon wrapped chicken and a pork sausage. That was $17 and I could have stopped there. My second plate was two strips of flank steak, a strip of garlic steak, a piece of pineapple and two plantains from the salad bar. This one was $12. My total with a $2.25 lemon aid (terrible and flavorless from a jug) and a tip was around $35. Expensive for lunch ... but I probably didn't need as much steak on round 2 as I left feeling stuffed. Everything was tasty and while the atmosphere feels more like a cafeteria in a Caribbean country ... and the seating arrangement makes you snake through tables to get to the salad bar or meat station, everything seemed spotlessly clean. I will certainly return again, despite a fairly high lunch price. If there is one tip I can give you ... don't skip the pineapple from the meat station. read more

Pampas Churrascaria - Plate 2 ... Pineapple & steak - Brazilian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

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The place was clean, and the staff were polite and welcoming. I enjoyed parts of my meal, but a couple of dishes weren't quite as flavorful as I expected. Service was decent though, and the atmosphere was pleasant. read more

Meat is great but it is soooo expensive. If you can eat a ton of meat go for it but otherwise its hard to justify the cost. Last time I went I got 90% fat. read more

Best value Brazilian steakhouse I have ever been to. Good value, food and service. Would highly recommend.

Pampas Churrascaria Is a somewhat unusual restaurant, but overall it's AOK in my book :-) To begin with, it doesn't have tne greatest location, but I suggest you overlook that to enter and try some of their food. Here are some of the pros and cons of paying this place a visit: Pros: The've got a decent, reasonably priced salad price with a wide selection of hot and cold dishes. You can purchase food here by the pound, or you can go with their AYCE options (salad bar and/or buffett) Cons: They don't serve alcohol, but if you (like me) prefer alcohol with your meal, then BYOB is an option The decor is nothing to write home about; the place actually looks a bit run down on the inside and the outside. There isn't a lot of space for guests - I counted a grand total of 10 tables inside, as well as some limited seating in the bar area. All things considered, if you want an inexpensive meal that isn't in any way fancy, there are many worse restaurants out there. read more

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okay so i went in and they charged us for 2 people when only one went. for the all you can eat this plane is a joke never come here shut meat not even tender read more

Buffet style with walk up meat area. Beef is always good, you can choice how well you need it cooked. Places always hits read more

Pampas Churrascaria - Salad bar/Faux Enrolado con Bacon - Brazilian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

My mother & I on her birthday decided to treat ourselves with the all you can eat deal. The restaurant was empty when we got there but no one served us until I spoke up. After getting some rice & salad we waited 15 mins before I stood up to wait in the pay by weight line for meats but was told I had to sit down & wait. Mind you at this point the restaurant is now full of people in that pay by weight line getting there meats but yet I was told to sit my happy ass down. I was treated like a beggar off the streets asking for scraps.I advise you not to come here if your people of color, the waiter laughed in my mothers face when she said she full from waiting & drinking her juice. I myself didn't find that funny at all but he doubled down & came around a second time to laugh in her face on her birthday. These Brazilian seemed like they didn't like Asians or colored people. To save you some money & frustions don't go here, drive down the road a bit farther & eat at the new Brazilian steak house on shrewsbury st. Called Tropeiro. They have a amazing selection of authentic food & the staff is phenomenal, very upscale & inviting read more

If you love protein and some delicious rice, this is this place! It's the best for your buck. My favorite is the beef rib and medium steak, my bf likes the chicken bacon. We both love the yellow (vs white) rice. There's also potato salad, carrot with chip salad (??) that I also enjoy at the salad bar. You can choose AYCE or do by the pound. Whenever I go, it's usually $11-16, depending on how hungry I am. The service is alright but the food makes up for it. The ambiance is nice! Tip: If you get a bit of something from the salad bar, it's a better deal compared to the meat only price. read more

Pampas Churrascaria - Beef ribs (THE BEST) with yellow Brazilian rice and carrot salad (?) also amazing!!! - Brazilian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Recommend for a quick lunch or dinner if you like Brazilian BBQ style. Large area for sitting and feels so homey. Service is ok since it's a buffet style but the staffs are always friendly. The steak is awesome. Stop by for some amazing rice and steak if you are in the area! read more

Pampas Churrascaria - Short Ribs and yellow rice. - Brazilian Near Me - Worcester, Massachusetts

Came to try out Brazilian BBQ foods. There was an option to eat buffet style and an option to purchase based on per pound. We went for the all-you-can-eat buffet. For drink, I got the passionfruit drink. It was alright. I am not a fan of drinks with bubbly foams on top but it wasn't bad. Typical buffet quality foods. In my opinion, the plantains were the only thing that was worth trying. The stuffed grape leaves were also something new for me and it is not exactly my favorite. Everything else at the buffet was pretty basic, as in you don't have to specifically come here to try those foods like beans and rice and pico de gallo and salad, etc. Then we had the meats served at our table. Meats were good and flavorful. I would stay away from the lamb though because it was very dry. The beef and sausages were good. Lastly, I asked for a glass of water at the end and got what tasted like sink water. Can pretty much taste the fluorine / chlorine in the water, which is disgusting. It is one of my pet peeves and I judge a restaurant heavily on how they serve basic water. If they don't care how water taste like to the customers, then I can assume they will cut corners in the kitchen on other things. Overall, it was an experience. I wouldn't say I would come back but overall a typical buffet experience. What they lack in quality, they make up for in quantity. I wished it was more of a Brazilian flavor in the foods but most of the foods were basic and the price is very steep. read more

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As I drove from my town through winding roads and scenic countryside to the city of Worcester, I came for one reason, Pampas; my anticipation grew with each passing mile. When I first made the trip I had heard the legends about this place - that the meat was so good, it was worth driving hours just to get a taste. And it was true, now, after over an hour of driving, I finally returned. The moment I pulled into parking lot, the smoky aroma of cooking meat enveloped me, making my mouth water. The decor was simple and rustic, with simple elegant decor. My eyes immediately fixated on the meat, perfectly cooked and glistening on the serving counter. I could see the charred edges and the juicy interior, and I knew I had to try it all. The best way to do that was by the pound. I watched as the server expertly sliced off chunks of meat, piling them high onto my tray. Each piece was better than the last, with a depth of flavor and tenderness that can only come from hours of slow smoking. And if by the pound wasn't enough, they also offered top shelf service all-you-can-eat where they come to you and shave off meat until your hearts content. But even one plate was enough to satisfy my cravings, leaving me feeling full and content. As I left the restaurant, I couldn't help but smile. The drive from my city through winding roads and scenic countryside was worth it, and I knew I'd be back again and again for the perfectly cooked, deliciously seasoned meat they served there. Highly recommended doesn't even begin to do it justice! read more

I came here with my sister and mom on Sunday the food was ok the staff were very nice and friendly. The ambiance was ok it was so hot! The ac was broken. The meat they brought to the table was flavorful. The rest of the food at the buffet was ok. My favorite thing from the buffet was the rice and black beans. Everything else was just ok, a bit underwhelming to be honest. Not sure if i would be back. read more

This place is great! Honestly a hidden gem - I would have never found it if my friend had not shown me! It's under a huge meat market sign so I had never noticed it before but so glad I tried. The place was pretty empty when we went (it was a weekday afternoon) and all of the staff were super sweet and attentive to us. The restaurant is also super pretty inside and everything is very well presented. As for food, the buffet has a lot of variety and the meat selections were great! I tried some chicken and got the garlic steak and they were both amazing. We did the food by weight and got a lot of food for only $20-$23 a person! Couldn't attach the vid here so I posted it separately :) Definitely try! read more

Excellent time here. We came for my friend birthday and they were incredibly kind with the reservation and service when we arrive. The food was excellent, don't fill up at the food bar start at the back BBQ section! It is either buffet or weighed per plate, I think you break even at 3lbs. The restaurant wasn't too busy nor loud, nice family friendly open vibes, very spacious place and it's byob. There's a small*ish lot for parking to the left of the restaurant and then some street parking along shrewsbury st. read more

It was pretty good. I do recommend that you pay by the pound $11.99 vs $38.99 option of all you can eat. We chose the all you can eat and that was a mistake. Our bill ended up being 91$ for two people and that was not worth it. It's your basic run of the mill Brazilian steak house. It's kinda McDonald's like of Brazilian steak house. I would say it's more of a takeout type of steakhouse. The service was great, the meat was pretty good but the salad bar was lacking. if you're looking for that high class Brazilian steakhouse I would just go to Framingham Station same price and all around better quality of steak and salad bar. read more

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Worst restaurant in Worcester, terrible food!! Horrible service!! They should review this, there is nothing Brazilian about this restaurant

I'll keep this review brief; others have done an excellent job of reviewing. There are probably 10 or so Brazilian steakhouses within an hour of my home, this one is easily my favourite. Pay by the pound (recommended for most), or all-you-can-eat. Food is excellent, staff is courteous and professional, price is fantastic. My only complaint is the janky parking lot, but, hey, Woostah, right? read more

Great food and really really great service. Really family friendly as well They have the meats! they have good variety ranging from chicken wrapped in bacon to top sirloin beef. Since they have incorporated buffet type meals you eat to as much room as you want with the unlimited meat option. With a group of ten we made a mistake in the payment where we over tipped The manager was kind enough to understand our mistake and offer a refund. Really grateful for their service, they were friendly and they made the process easy. read more

Amazing food, great staff and nice atmosphere. I love the meat selection they have! I usually get the sirloin but it's nice to know I have other options. I also love their pineapple with cinnamon and sugar. The salad bar has a pretty good selection too and their dessert are delicious read more

Best place in the world. Great environment, friendly & hardworking staff. This is one of my favorite places!

Pampas is nothing but the the salad bar is great and the steak is delicious! Great Spot highly Recommend!! read more

The food is ok, however the men that serves the meat I guess he doesn't understand Spanish or English every time I go and ask for medium well steak he ALWAYS gives me burn steak. I tried talking to him and explain to him I don't want burn meat and he ignores me and starts talking portugués with he's co worker. They should have people that understands english, this is a customer service business, they should be able to communicate with customer! read more

Good as the food and service of Pampas Las Vegas. Nice lighting, though the place is smaller from the one we have in Vegas, the serving and service did not disappoint. read more

This is a great Brazilian restaurant. Meats are superb and cut off the rotisserie spit as you observe. "Salad bar" is full of great stuff. You can have a satisfying meal on this option only. Ask about their pricing options / choices..... read more

Great food and super friendly staff. Kids and families. Neighbors. Comfortable and filling. My only complaint was I ate too much.

Horrible. Dried up beef and chicken. They didn't have any pork spareribs. Salad bar was nothing special.

Great food if you like Brazilian style BBQ. It never disappoints! We stop in every time we are in the area!

Consistently great quality meats and traditional Brazillian fare. You can gor for all you can eat or pay by plate. If you don't weigh your plate down with salad items, you can get an awesome meal with meat, beans, and rice for under $15 bucks. read more

I have no complaints about the food or the service in general, however they really didn't do a good job at explaining how the pricing worked. There's gotta be a better logistical way of doing it. That said, the sausage and brisket were out of this world and I could eat those fried plantains every day. So good! read more

Great food and service, and even when they don't have alcohol they let you bring your own.

Two dinners and sodas came to $55. The food was old and dry and honestly we didn't get that much for it to be that expensive. We went right around dinner time so there's no reason the food shouldn't have been fresh. Sausage was discolored, chicken wrapped in bacon was super dry and over cooked we frequent Brazilian places and this is honestly a place I'd avoid. Won't be going back. read more

Food was delicious and plentiful. Deserts too. Ate my weight in meat. The Sirloin stood out - bacon wrapped chicken too. Very pleasant waitstaff. We will be back and we will bring our appetites! read more

My wife and I went in February 2019. The host was excellent in not only greeting us but also asking if we'd been there before, and explaining the process since it was our first time. We both ordered the all you can eat everything so we could try everything. The salad bar was excellent. Due to some current dietary restrictions I was only able to enjoy the vegetables and plantains (no beans and rice this time but they looked delicious) but all of the salads were cold, fresh, and delicious. The fried plantains, oh my god. I could've eaten my weight in those. The meat options were excellent as well, but this is my only real complaint. We went at a somewhat busy time on a Friday night, and every time there was a line of people the meat stopped coming out. I don't know if it's because they only have one person doing that, but I can tell you that only one guy brought out our meat all night. The sausages were delicious. The garlic steak and roasted pork was delicious. The chicken wrapped in bacon was delicious. The lamb was a little over cooked for my wife's taste but I loved it. I believe we also had top sirloin and it was cooked to perfection. We got out for $65 not including tip, which is what we usually spend on date night anyway, so, this is an excellent spot. It is BYOB. In my opinion it's worth the money and then some. We'll be back sooner rather than later, and I'm already looking forward to it. read more

You guys completely ruined what was supposed to be a nice Father's Day dinner. The service was extremely slow, the salad bar wasnt being refreshed, and we hardly ever saw the person with the meat skewers. We paid for the all you can eat option and left hungry. Which is aggravating because it's pretty expensive for a family of four. When we first got there, the salad bar had been pretty picked over. We kept waiting for someone to refill some of the sides, but no one was paying attention. When I looked over, the waitstaff were all fooling around. We were able to try a few of the meats and some pineapple. And that was pretty much it. Finally after waiting around 30 minutes, we decided the guy just wasnt coming back. Everyone was pissed. So we paid for our bill and left. When I explained what happened the person at the register took one of the plates off. Still cost me 90 bucks for people to go home hungry. That's unacceptable. If I were the owner I would fire the entire waitstaff and hire people who actually want to work. Customers shouldn't have to leave hungry because people aren't paying attention. Dont worry guys we can make our own dinner. Thoroughly disappointing evening. read more

My favorite place in Worcester! The food is to die for. Always a wonderful dinning experience.

Absolutely fantastic! We went with a group of 6 and all got the All You Can Eat. This isn't your normal Churrascaria as they let you go to the carving station and have the meat brought to your table. No more waiting for choice meats! The salad bar is also the best I have been to for a Churrascaria. The staff were all great. We really enjoyed ourselves and will be back soon! read more

This is a official Brazilian steakhouse. We got the all you can eat meat selection. The food was flavorful, the salad bar was robust and the price reasonable for what you get. The ambiance was dated but did not take away from the experience. read more

One star = equals zero here. I went In today March 7th to be greeted by a frenzy inside. Never in my Life have a I seen such chaos for ordering food in any restaurant let alone a Brazilian steakhouse. No social distancing in place, as they have people pay for their plate up at the front desk, while telling people to set themselves being quite confused as to what to do. If you want to get covid-19 come here. Ridiculously small room for what they have going on. People just ordering food for take out with no separation. You couldn't even get to a table without bumping into someone. How is that safe?????? read more