I came strolling into this place with an hour before they closed and I know they rolled their eyes…read morewhen they saw me lol. But I didn't feel rushed. I was graciously sat. The ambiance is nice and the setup is a traditional Brazilian steakhouse style. They bring the meat cuts around and you choose what you try. In the center they have the appetizer, fruit and salad station. I got full fairly quickly so I was in and out within 45 minutes. The food was delicious and the staff was very attentive.

My wife is Brazilian, and she agreed that this is the best Brazilian steakhouse we've ever been to…read more The service is amazing; every time I stood up, a waiter was there when I got back to pull my seat out. Every. Single. Time. Maury made my wife feel at home by speaking Portuguese, which made her day. Even as I write this in the lobby, a waitress just stopped and asked if she could get me some water. On top of making me feel like royalty, they were all incredibly friendly and joined in on our conversations, even bringing my wife a flan that had "congratulations" written in chocolate after we told them that we'd just received incredible news this morning. Now to the food. Every bite, of everything, was heaven. They source their meats better than any other steakhouse I've been to, and it shows. Perfectly seasoned, perfectly cooked and melt-in-your-mouth. Will definitely be back! Thank you for an amazing time.

This is the experience we had with Galpão Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse on 2318 N Loop 1604. This is…read morean overdue review since we have visited this place a few times. Though there was a glitch on our online reservation where I got text reminders of our reservation, the hostess was not able to locate our reservation (should definitely fix that as it can be frustrating), we have another amazing experience after they seated us promptly. Located right next to the N Loop 1604 W, it is located in the plaza right next to the Heritage Oaks Office Park and Stewart Title Company. Not too difficult to find. We're always able to find parking at their large outdoor parking lot. We were celebrating our mother's 75th birthday and our uncle's 50th year wedding anniversary. We were well served by Jorge and Carlos Torres. They were extremely attentive, friendly and recognized our special celebration event. The food was amazing; picanha, filet, prime rib, beef ribs, shrimp were excellently prepared and warm. The salad bar had great variety. The Carajillo performance was amazing! Because of the great service by Jorge & Carlos Torres, as well as the great food, we will definitely come back again. Keep up the good work Galpao Gaucho, Jorge and Carlos!

We almost missed this restaurant because there is a little roadwork when you turn into this…read morerestaurant, we are glad that didn't! If this review was purely on service, this would be a 5 star complete rave of a review with nothing else to say. All I can say is that my wife and I were out for the night, and we felt like we were really being treated special by our waitress and truly all the waitstaff that came to our table. I will be back to this place, and it will become a local favorite of mine based on the service and atmosphere along. So let's talk about the food! Overall I would say this was a very good Brazilian steakhouse. A standout for me were the spicy and garlic picanha. Both of these were so flavorful and juicy we were talking about them long after we left for the night. The shrimp as well was spiced and cooked perfectly. We felt like for our specific visit the other meats, while cooked well were a little less flavorful than I normally like. We also felt that compared to other Brazilian steakhouses there was limited offerings on the salad bar, however I would not reduce review points based on this because the price is outstanding. The inconsistency of the meat offerings is the only reason this is a 4 star review. The last point I'll talk about is the cocktail offerings, this is another place where Galpao Gaucho shines. I believe that the Caipirinhas I had was one of, if not the best one I've ever had in my life. All the cocktails that we had were mixed well, and had a nice punch to them as well. I loved this place, and will certainly go back, this is a nice little treasure trove of meat on 1604 you should treat yourself to when you have a chance.

We had an absolutely wonderful experience! The service was excellent, and the food was exceptional…read morefrom beginning to end. The salad bar was plentiful, incredibly fresh, and beautifully presented. I enjoyed everything I tried. The lobster bisque was excellent, the au gratin potatoes were delicious, and the Brazilian rolls were awesome. The meats were truly the highlight. Every single cut we were served was flavorful, tender, and cooked beautifully. Our favorites were the lamb chops and the spicy steak -- both were absolutely amazing! The filet mignon was excellent as well, but honestly, we enjoyed every single piece of meat that came to our table. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and delicious. Between the outstanding service, wonderful salad bar, and exceptional selection of meats, we thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience. We will definitely be back and highly recommend it!

I have mixed feelings about this one…read more.. I am something of a regular at Brazilian steakhouses. This restaurant has so much that is going right for it. It is beautiful! Great decor! Plenty of side dishes! Good table service. Approachable management. Great location. But if I am completely honest, I thought that the food offerings here were "very good". Nothing here was exceptional. That includes the meat choices as well as the salad bar as well as the sides. The one exception was the Keylime pie that we had for dessert, which was outstanding! There is something different about the way they prepare the meat here that is not quite as good as I've had at other Brazilian steakhouses. Maybe it is what they cook it on or the spicing that they use, but I would have to say that the food was just very good, which at this price point to me is the minimum that I should expect. Again, very attentive staff, and they took care of my nephew whose birthday we were celebrating. And there is a good chance that we will be back based purely on location and how gorgeous this restaurant is. I would like to see something truly outstanding offered in the meat selection, going forward, though.

I decided to treat myself to a dinner splurge at Fogo de Chão. Having been to two other Brazilian…read moresteakhouses, I can confidently say this one ranks at the top of the list. We were seated immediately, and our server was quick to greet us and get our order started. We opted for the Full Churrasco, which gave us the complete Brazilian steakhouse experience of continuous tableside carving of premium Brazilian cuts paired with access to the Market Table. Every cut of meat was phenomenal. I only wish my stomach could accommodate the amount I wanted to eat! The picanha and roasted chicken thighs were the clear standouts, though it was a very close race. The customer service was impressive. The manager made a point to check on our table throughout the evening, helping keep the service running smoothly while ensuring we received the complimentary sides and dipping sauces. It was evident that hospitality was a priority. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. Fogo de Chão has easily earned a spot on my list of go-to restaurants and I can't wait for my next visit!

A tasty dining experience!…read more My fiancé and I visited Fogo de Chão for the first time about a month ago and we had a lovely time. Despite being located on the River Walk, it wasn't all that packed when we went, though having our reservation helped in us getting seated faster. Dinner was great as the staff and servers were attentive, the view of downtown and the atmosphere were nice, and for the most part things were pretty delicious. I started with a Caipirinha and had a small plate of assorted appetizers from the market table while I waited for my drink. The bar had a huge spread of cold cuts, cheese, salads, and fruits and vegetables amongst several other things. My drink and our appetizers were tasty, and it wasn't long before servers started visiting our table with various meats. Unfortunately my first slice of meat was literally nothing but fat, but everything after was delicious. I'd say my favorite was the Filet Mignon and Honeyed Cheese; we heard several other guests around us, ourselves included, ask for another round of the Cheese when it was no longer making the rounds. I will note that we were there for about two hours and the same things kept rotating through the dining room for the first hour and a half before the selection of meats started to change up. We were a little disappointed as we were pretty full at that point and would have loved to try the new items. If only they'd come out sooner! As we were celebrating our 11th anniversary, we were served an absolutely divine Chocolate Lava Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream on the house. We had the Ice Cream at the restaurant and the staff packaged up the Cake separately for us to take home as we weren't able to eat much more by the end of our meal. I'm not typically a chocolate cake fan, but this Lava Cake was one of the best chocolate cakes I've ever had! I think this restaurant could make for a good date location or night out with friends. I'd say be careful of having any oils splash onto you when the meat is getting cut at your table, but it just comes with the territory of a Brazilian steakhouse. I'd definitely return if the opportunity ever presented itself!

My wife and I had the best experience with another couple friend of ours. Ramon was very friendly…read moreand made us feel welcome and comfortable. We tried the Pollinator Tequila and it was delicious. The candied bacon was perfect and the Lobster Bisk was so delicious with a little bit of fresh grated Parmesan cheese on top. The Salmon and shrimp were out of this world. I could have eaten just that and been satisfied. The skewers of flame grilled meat (Filet, Beef Rib, New York and many others) were all mouth watering and just kept coming. The atmosphere was cozy and upscale. Dim lighting and cozy ambiance made for a perfect relaxed dining experience. Our waitress Susie was so personable and attentive she was the cherry on top of a perfect evening! We will definitely be back!

My husband took me to Avenida Brazil for a birthday‑month dinner, and since we usually go to Chama,…read morehe thought it was time I tried this spot. We visited on March 12 at 5:45 PM, and the restaurant wasn't busy, which made the atmosphere calm and easy. The first thing I noticed was the salad bar placement -- it's positioned right by the front door, which felt unusual compared to other Brazilian churrascarias I've visited over the years. Still, the offerings were solid: the grilled pineapple was great, and the brûléed bacon was honestly the standout. They even had ceviche, though I don't eat seafood. We were seated in a tucked‑away room, and it took a bit for our server to reach us. The creamy au gratin potatoes and the cloud‑soft bread were delicious. Where the experience dipped was in the gaucho rotation -- not all of them found us, so we only tried about 10 meats, with 7 being genuinely tasty.

This Brazilian Bakery offers an authentic taste of Brazil. My favorites are the refreshing Guaraná…read more(cherry soda) and the delicious coxinha (crispy chicken-filled croquettes). You can typically find them at The Quarry and The Pearl District farmers markets in town

I am obsessed with Pingo de Mel Brazilian Bakery! They are definitely the most authentic Brazilian…read morepop-up bakery in San Antonio. I initially discovered them a couple years back at the Quarry farmers market but during the pandemic lost track of their location. This past weekend I was visiting the Huebner farmers market and was pleasantly surprised to see them there. My ultimate favorites are their coxinha, which are croquettes filled with chicken and cheese. They are the absolutely delicious and super filling. I also like their pao de queijo (cheese bread), which you can find at a couple Brazilian steakhouses, but theirs are ten times better. If you've never had brazilian baked good, highly recommend giving them a visit next weekend at the Huebner's farmer market.

Pretty Effing Good. I can't lie. At first glance the portion seemed small with a lot of rice…read more However it was plenty. I got the special picanha and bacon wrapped chicken. Both were good. Not too salty. The rice was really good. The staff was very helpful with questions. The price is great for what you get. They are located most days now at the dog co off I10. Nice outdoor place with huge tvs. Would definitely order from them again. Give them a try.

Today they were located in front of the Texas Dog co Icehouse and at the food was delicious! We…read moreordered the duo tray that came with bacon wrapped chicken, sausage, picanha, two fried plantains, white rice, and Ceasars salad. Their menu says that it's made for two, but the tray of food could easily feed 3, maybe 4 people. The pincanha was tender and spiced just right. The sausage was not salty or chewy and very smoky and flavorful. The chicken wrapped bacon was juicy, not dry. And the plantains were cooked to perfection and added a nice, subtle sweetness to the dish. Overall, highly recommend. 10 out of 10. Oh! I almost forgot, we ordered the pao de queijo (12 come in an order), and those were really, really good. Soft, pillowy, warm, and cheesy. We will definitely be back!!!

Dark cozy environment Teams of waiters provide attentive…read moreservice Food high quality and absolutely tasty Pricey but appropriate for that level of dining Want to go back but need to save money to go again

On the advice of a good friend the suggestion was to try J-Prime Steakhouse's"Social Hour." I have…read moreheard about many times but I never found the perfect occasion to try it. But at my age anytime you are over ground is the best occasion. I have heard it is real fancy. And it is. Do not come in Crocs and sweatpants. This is not that restaurant. It is that restaurant where you should make reservations. It is also a place that emphasizes presentation and service. We came right when it opened and we informed the hostess of our reservations. We were seated in the bar area. Once inside I was struck by its ambience. It is sleek, dark and dare say "sexy." Our server, who was extremely attentive came to our table and took our drink orders. My partner ordered an Old Fashioned and me, a Lagunitas IPA. Whilst waiting for our drinks I looked over the room. One thing I noticed was a barrier that separated the bar area and the dining room. The Social Hour is meant, to socialize. I saw couples leaning into each other. Another group were drinking martinis with a seafood tower, almost touching the ceiling. Conversations were had. Romantic glances were exchanged. It isn't a casual place like Bubba's 33 nor Texas Roadhouse. It feels like a place best suited for a date night or an anniversary. I'm wondering how the dining room area is? The Social Hour does offer some drink and small bites specials. We ordered the kabob with pineapple, brussel sprouts, and sliders. They were all pretty great. It reminded me of the same experience as in partaking in tapas. I would remiss if I didn't relay our service here, it was excellent. Our server, Holiday(I hope I spelled it right.) treated us like we were the only patrons there. I've gone to upscale restaurants where staff looks at you up and down. Or they try to size you up. This is not that place. Which was so refreshing. If this place went above and beyond my expectations why didn't I give it four stars? In my opinion I think that a place that creates an upscale experience needs to have a few beers on tap. Even places like Wing Daddy's or Chili's offers a few beers on tap. Secondly, the bar area seating feels a bit tight. I wonder when the dinner crowd arrives would you be in the lap, of someone else's conversation? I still highly recommend this place. The Social Hour area is perfect for a date or an anniversary. The service and food were both excellent. And I've never been to a place where you are given warm hand towels. It reminded me of that scene with Adam Sandler in "The Wedding Singer" minus Billy Idol.