Fogo de Chao

Having had great and enjoyable experiences with Argentine, Chilean, Columbian and Brazilian-style steak houses, or as their better known as ‘Parril... more

We went here because my bf was on Atkins and thought it was a great idea. There was tons of different meats but none of them were fantastic. I always love barbeque and this was just ok. The salad bar was REALLY sparse which was disappointing to me. Bottom line is, t's 60 bucks and I liked it about 7 dollars worth maybe ten if I'd had desert. more

One of my first jobs was working at Nordstrom, a place that is considered by most the expert on customer service. Laugh if you will, but even in the loss prevention department where I worked we were expected to be friendly and courteous, even while arresting someone. From my time there, I learned what it really means to give great customer service. more

I have visited the Fogo de Chao in Dallas many times and was excited when I learned that they had brought one to Scottsdale. Some might think that spending $30 for lunch is a bit exorbitant, but I believe you get what you pay for. At least, I used to think that way. I have dined at the Fogo de Chao in Scottsdale for my first, and probably last time. The d?cor and ambiance is what you would expect from a five star steakhouse, first class. The team of waiters that serve you have it down to a science. You cannot even drop a bread crumb on the table without someone passing by and clearing it off of the table. The service has always been impeccable; it was the food that I found lacking. I understand that all meats are not created equal and even the most discriminating establishments can get a bad cut of meat. I first sampled the top sirloin and thought to myself that it must have been a bad cut of meat. After the filet mignon, lamb, chicken and pork came by and each tasted as though they had been warming under heat lamps for days, I knew that the problem was not the meat. All the blame for this bad meal rests with the chef. The reason that $30 for lunch is worth it is because of the quality of meat and the flavor that they are able to infuse into the meat. Sadly, I was extremely disappointed. I?m sure that one day I will go back and give them another chance. Had I not been for the multiple fantastic lunches in Dallas, I?m sure this would not be the case. Every day that passes I convince myself that it wasn?t as bad as it was. As soon as my memory fades enough, I?ll be back for at least one more try. Besides, it is too much fun to drop a bread crumb on the table and watch the headwaiter scramble to come clean it up. If you want fantastic service, you will not be disappointed. If you are looking for one of the best steakhouses in the United States, go to the one in Dallas. more