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    Pampas Grill

    3.9 (877 reviews)
    ModerateBrazilian, Buffets
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Ace A.

    Disappointed at this Pampas grill location because the one on 3rd street was immaculate. I've tried this Culver City location more than 5 times because my work is one block away. From all those 5 times I've tried I was either disappointed or felt some regret eating here in the first place. First off, meat when ask for medium rare always comes out undercooked and takes me 50 chews to swallow the meat. Second, the taste isn't quite here for the garlic beef and I love getting garlic beef from the other location. I don't know if they got a different recipe in this location but sadly it's below my taste expectations. I even think the big branch La Vaca has better meat quality than this Culver City location. I had high hopes for this location because it's next to my work. I guess I'll just eat Panda Express next door...

    Menu as of 06/06/26
    Richie D.

    I found this Brazilian churrasco food very good! You pay for what you put on your plate. You'll start with the salad bar and end with the meats. I liked the picanha, chicken and garlic beef. They will charge you 3% if you use your credit card. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is great![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Both indoor and semi-outdoor tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Bar available. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Plenty of TVs to watch sports like the World Cup games.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Good food pay by the pound
    Rick S.

    I like Pampas Grill's format. It's not AYCE like Fogo de Chao that inspires gluttony and is expensive. It's served/offered by the pound in advance and can be "to go" or "dine in" I'd say this too... you can easily dine in, then if you want more, just get back into line and order more, easily. The quality has always been spot on for me. I usually go to the location at The Grove's Farmer's Market, but that's a lot of traffic and expensive parking (even with validation), so this is now my new "destination dining" location when craving Brazillian Steak. I stick with the beef meats over the pork, chicken, lamb or sausage because the PICANHA (sirloin cap aka coulotte) is my all time favorite cut with a balance of natural fat and moist tenderness when served medium rare. Parking can be a challenge as it's in a huge popular complex, but it's doable with patience. The service is "self service" counter service, so it's fast and easy. The side salad entrees to add to this buffet style presentation is robust. The meats are constantly cooked slowly and fresh.

    Anthony Z.

    Ever wanted Brazilian BBQ without the AYCE and stress of eating your money's worth? [[HIGHLIGHT]]Pampas Grill is the place to go when you just want a casual, DIY Brazilian BBQ experience without hassle.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They weight by pound with fair prices, as you will get your craving for a lot less than an AYCE spot. Came here on a Friday for lunch around 11:30AM with no line, but the place does get busier as it gets closer to lunch rush. The sirloin cap is the best cut IMO, with it being perfectly seasoned, juicy, tender, you name it. The tri-tip is also a solid pick if you're looking for a different cut. You literally cannot go wrong with any cut of meat tbh, and my mouth is watering just writing this review. Their vegetable bar is also pretty stocked, with things ranging from braised beef to garlic noodles to salads. Like the meat selection, you cannot go wrong with any selection. Although you may be tempted to get only meat for the best bang for you buck, some carbs and vegetables are necessary so you don't feel sick from all that protein. A must have for when you have the craving without the committing. Ever since I had them a few years ago for the first time in the Grove, I just find myself coming back whenever I need to satisfy my craving for Brazilian BBQ. A solid $20-$30 will fill you up, and I look forward to coming back here in the future.

    Bulking plate plus flan!
    Kevin E.

    I go to Pampas Grill every single week like clockwork, and it never disappoints. Pro tip: get there before 6pm -- they offer 15% off, which makes an already great spot even better. What I love most is how versatile it is depending on your goals. When I'm bulking, I'll load up on rice and beans with a heavy protein plate. When I'm cutting, I can keep it lean with veggies and salad from the bar and still walk away completely satisfied. My go-to meats: * Tri-tip (always juicy and perfectly seasoned) * Sirloin cap (incredible flavor and tenderness) And a hidden gem that doesn't get talked about enough -- the fried fish on the salad bar. So good. Whether you're tracking macros, just trying to eat clean, or want a solid hearty meal, Pampas delivers every time.

    Maddie C.

    i've been going here since i was a baby, the food is amazing and it's very easy service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]i love the vibe there it really reminds me of home[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. the pao de queso is always soft and the pichania is very good

    Buffet plate of sirloin and lamb
    Olivia P.

    Pretty solid Brazilian food buffet. The meat was cooked so well but all the sides were eh. I would just get meat and maybe a bit of rice and veggies if you come here. Because it sits out and isn't fresh it's cold or dry or both. The meat is fresh, hot, and well cooked. Lamb was super dry but the sirloin was delicious. They weigh by the pound so again just get meat.

    Monica R.

    Are you try Brazilian food? This place is perfect to know how the Brazilian eat day by day in lunch time, mainly you are working. Many restaurants have this sistem to serve the food. You pay the quantity you put on the plate. The food is really tasty! The service is friendly and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance is casual, like many restaurants in Brazil in big cities.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Let's go try! I am Brazilian, you will like our flavor. Reminds a little bit Cuban food.

    AMAZING. easily grab a plate , load it with your favorite items and choose your cut of meat choice. They weigh each plate separately at the register. very simple and you get to sit where you want! [[HIGHLIGHT]]amazing ambiance to watching the game on the flat screen or simply just people watching lol. great vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] btw there's a also a bar at the back, i recommend the brazilian margarita- passion fruit!

    Vegetables and sides
    Jenny Z.

    Love pampas concept for an easy grab and go meal! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service is very friendly and the inside is pretty clean with open seating for wherever you'd like.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Upon walking in, make sure you put on some gloves and choose either the Togo box or dine-in plate. The price is based on the weight of your entire plate so it can get pricey fast (don't worry the plate's weight is not included). Start with the salad, fruit, and sides bar then you can let the server know at the meat cutting station which cuts you would like and how you'd like it. I like their variety of sides from avocados to fried bananas, fried Yuka, tomatoes, rice, beans, cheese bread, collard greens and more. I love their fried bananas, cheddar broccoli, and their fried fish. Although the last time I went, the fish was soggy and not flavored at all. For the MEAT, I'm always a medium rare type of gal. I've tried: - PICANHA: the most tender imo! - GARLIC BEEF: very flavorful with chunky garlic salt, you have to get the whole cube - TRI TIP: a bit on the tougher side but still good! - TOP SIRLOIN: tender as well, more on the rarer side Will def be back :3 pampas cuts of meat always hits the spot for me and I love the convenience of being able to get some quality meats to go or dining in without having to wait too long in line.

    Laura D.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant has great offerings and plenty of great seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]When you walk in, there are plastic gloves available to everyone to maintain a clean atmosphere as this is a self serve buffet style restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All of the food options are fresh and delicious. The Brazilian cheese bread is soft and tasty. The meat slicing station is at the end of the buffet offerings, and you get to pick from many tasty options and cuts of meat. My favorite is the picanha. I ask for it medium well and it is soft and flavorful. At the end of the line, the cashier weighs your plate, and customers are charged per pound. It is a bit on the pricier side as the plate in the image below cost about $19, but it was delicious and fresh.

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    This is a traditional Brazilian barbecue. Get in line put on some gloves and pick your food then you just pay by the pound. The pão de queijo foi excellent. Most of the classics where there the feijoada and farofa were on point. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Services was friendly and the atmosphere was ok.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking was a bit of a challenge but that's to be expected at a good restaurant with good prices.

    Hayri K.

    I've been here a couple of times now (2 or 3 visits), and every experience has been great. The concept is spot on--you get to pick exactly what you want, and everything is fresh, flavorful, and cooked just right. The meats are juicy and tender, sides are always tasty, and the portions are generous. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service is quick and efficient, and the overall vibe makes it easy to enjoy a relaxed meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely one of my favorite spots for Brazilian-style food in LA, and a place I'll keep coming back to!

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    Met a friend for lunch here recently, very tasty meats and the cuts were perfect. Would definitely eat there again

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    Ask the Community - Pampas Grill

    Is there still 15% off between 3-6 pm from Mon-Thur?

    The last time I went a few weeks back, they were still offering HH

    Do you still have the 20%off between 3-6p Mon to Thurs?

    It's 15% now, still Monday through Thursday, Culver City only. Hope this helps!

    Is outdoor dining still all you can eat?

    Not quite ACYE, you are able to select as many sides/meats that you want, but instead of eating for a fixed price, you pay per pound for your plate.

    Outdoor seating available?

    Yes, outdoor seating is available on our patio!

    Is Pampas still closed?

    Still closed. They're remodeling.

    Is this restaurant a Buffett, or a weight your plate at the end of buffet place?

    Hi Emilia, We price by the pound. So yes, you do weigh your plate at the end of the buffet line.… 

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    Ok, so I'm moderately irritated I didn't find this place sooner to be able to enjoy such great…read moreofferings so nearby! I can't comment on the physical location, as I ordered delivery. That said, everything was packed to ensure it arrived in ideal condition. I've never had Brazilian pizza before, & now I know just how badly I was missing out! The thin, crispy crust & the novel-to-me topping combo on the frango catupiry pizza were a sheer delight. The filling in the chicken & cheese pastel was tasty. While the crust on the handpie was crispy & flaky, it was a bit too fried/greasy for me. And the pao de queijo was DELISH. I mean, I'd never before considered needed a hybrid of cheesy bread & mochi in my life before, but now that I've had it, there's no going back!

    I'm here to tell you not to be discouraged by this restaurants lack of reviews and photos! I had an…read moreamazing time at Esquina Brasil with their all you can eat pizza option for $25 per person. Their pizzas have a very thin and crispy crust that made it easy to eat slice after slice. Highly recommend the mushroom pizza and the dessert guava cheese pizza. Dessert pizzas were fun! I will say the AYCE option is worth it to try the variety of flavors of pizza they have but you can get full fast. I definitely recommend coming with a bigger party to make it more worth it. You can order 4 flavors at a time served on two pizzas. We didn't realize till we were almost done with our meal that you can ask for smaller sizes of pizza so take advantage! The staff was super friendly and even tried to cut each flavor into 5 slices so that our group could all get a slice. The first round took some time to get to the table, but they have a good system of asking you what you want for your next round so we never had to wait long for pizza. The restaurant is located in the "Brazilian Mall" building with seating in the main courtyard area. Yes the tables and environment are a little rundown, but the experience was fun and worth the try. Bathrooms were clean. Small parking lot available in the back is a plus!

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    Fogo de Chão

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    The reason I even considered visiting Fogo de Chão is because of a YouTube channel that I started…read morewatching where food vloggers, Bill & Lisa talked about the $18 ayce salad bar during lunch aka Market Table & Feijoada Bar. https://youtu.be/sujJsUXZaU4?si=-osxN98fSYfV4FjT So Meateater Hubby and I decided to check it out in Huntington Beach. We had such a good experience that I decided to visit the El Segundo location the following week for my Dad's birthday. Bought my Dad, Mom, and sister to this El Segundo location and also had a great experience! But since I was at the Huntington Beach location just a week prior, here's a bit of comparison: - This location has a bit more Market Table items - This location has garage parking that is free for 90 minutes with validation. We went past the time a bit and only paid $2 - The lentil soup at this location tasted yummier! This one had spinach wilted in the soup, and the flavor stood out more. Plant-based proteins such as lentil soup filled me up. I also appreciated the chickpea, edamame, and black bean salad. Other fresh produce included salad greens, tabbouleh, cucumbers, pickled onions, asparagus, broccoli, marinated mushrooms, hearts of palm, beets, capers, olives (green and Kalamata), peppadew, and Peruvian drop peppers. As for roasted vegetables, there was cauliflower, zucchini, eggplant, artichoke hearts, peppers, apple & butternut squash, and a cabbage stir-fry. Fresh fruit included papaya, kiwi, yellow pineapple, pink pineapple, blood oranges, and dragonfruit. The one area I wish were better was that there was a single disabled parking spot right in front of the restaurant, which would have been helpful for my elderly parents. But apparently it's only for valet use. Why does the valet need to park that close? What's the point of valet when it's that close? Overall, a good experience and delicious meal. Also, they comped a dessert for my Dad for his birthday which was super nice. We came back a few months later for my sister's birthday, and I ordered the Seared Tofu with chimichurri. Pretty legit!

    I went there to celebrate my birthday, I asked a nice table for my birthday on reservation, and…read morethey offered me a dirty table, I said I won't sit there, so they changed me. We ordered full churrasco and they served first round on steak, and all the waitress were serving all the tables except me, complaint one time, they said I'm sorry we will fix it, we complaint 5 times, because was for an hour happening the same until I got tired and I said do you know what my birthday is ruined just give me the bill and she said let me bring your birthday dessert, even that one never arrived. Was my second time there and never I felt more offended on my life, and precisely on my birthday, I could go to another place that they will be happy to take my money, but you guys are horrible persons, manager even didn't care just they care to take my money, he never came and apologize, nothing. And as I was saying your guys are experts in ruin birthdays I'm shock how you guys treat your customers. I really hope that my review help to another customers don't go to your restaurant, you are scamming people charging ridiculous price for slice of thin steak and salad. Manager sucks as the same of your restaurant Ambiance was dirty, and you guys don't clean tables.

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