Fogo de Chao Menu & Prices 2026: Brazilian Steakhouse

The rodizio (pronounced hoh-DEE-zyo) is an all-you-can-eat service style where gauchos (the servers) circulate continuously through the dining room carrying long skewers of fire-roasted meats. Each gaucho presents their cut tableside and carves directly onto your plate using a long knife and tongs. You control the pace with a two-sided disc: green side up means keep the meats coming; red side up means pause the service so you can rest, visit the Market Table, or simply take a break. You can flip it back to green whenever you're ready.

Pricing varies by location, daypart and market, but typical ranges are: Dinner (Full Churrasco): $69-$79/person at most U.S. locations. Lunch (weekdays): $49-$59/person. Weekend Brunch: ~$54/person. Children under 12 are typically half the adult dinner price; children 2 and under dine free. Beverages, desserts and gratuity are additional. Exact pricing for your city is available on the official Fogo de Chao website at fogodechao.com.

Note: Prices shown above are typical ranges based on widely reported market pricing. Verify with your specific location before visiting.

Every table is given a small two-sided disc (sometimes called a coaster or card) that controls your meat service. Green side up: gauchos will continue bringing meats to your table. Red side up: the gauchos will pass your table without stopping. Flip it to red when you need a break, want to enjoy the Market Table, or are simply full. Flip back to green when you're ready to receive more meats. It's the signature element of the rodizio dining experience and completely in your control throughout the meal.

The Market Table is Fogo de Chao's expansive self-service salad and sides bar included with the Full Churrasco experience. It typically includes 30+ items: seasonal salads, fresh vegetables, imported cheeses, charcuterie and cured meats, smoked salmon, hummus, and a rotating selection of hot sides. The hot side offerings typically include Pao de Queijo (Brazilian cheese bread, gluten-free), caramelized bananas, black beans, polenta, farofa (toasted cassava flour), and mashed potatoes. The Market Table is replenished continuously and you can visit it as many times as you like.

First-timers should start with Picanha (prime sirloin cap) — it's the crown jewel of Brazilian churrascaria, always popular and usually the most requested cut. The Fraldinha (bottom sirloin) is rich and well-marbled; Costela (beef ribs) are slow-roasted and deeply flavored; and Cordeiro (lamb chops) are exceptional if you enjoy lamb. For pork, the Lombo (parmesan-crusted pork loin) is a standout. Strategy tip: pace yourself with the Market Table early and save room for multiple rounds of Picanha and Costela. Keep your disc green, but don't fill up on bread before the best cuts arrive.

The core rodizio experience is meat-focused, but Fogo de Chao offers several vegetarian-friendly options: The Market Table alone (without meats) is available at select locations as a standalone option. The Market Table itself features extensive vegetarian items including salads, seasonal vegetables, cheeses, hot sides and Brazilian cheese bread (Pao de Queijo, which is gluten-free and vegetarian). Vegetarians and guests who don't eat red meat can often arrange a reduced price for the Market Table only experience. Call ahead to your specific location to confirm current vegetarian pricing and options.

Fogo de Chao has over 70 locations across major U.S. cities including New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, Miami, Denver, Las Vegas, Washington D.C., San Antonio, and others. International locations include Brazil (the chain's origin country), the Middle East, and select other markets. Use the location finder on the official site at fogodechao.com to find the nearest location, hours, and current pricing for your city.

Reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner, weekends, and holiday periods. Walk-ins are accepted when space permits but wait times can be significant at popular locations. You can make reservations online through the official Fogo de Chao website, via OpenTable, or by calling your specific location directly. For large groups of 8 or more, contact the location directly to arrange group seating and any special accommodations.

A typical full dinner at Fogo de Chao takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours, depending on your pacing and how many times you visit the Market Table. The experience is designed to be leisurely — you're not rushed, and the all-you-can-eat format encourages multiple rounds. Lunch service tends to move slightly faster, around 60-90 minutes. If you're in a hurry, it's worth mentioning to your server, but the dining format is inherently relaxed and unhurried.