Brazilian steakhouses are fast becoming a go-to spot
for hungry Miami diners who appreciate the casual, family-friendly
atmosphere and fresh delicious flavors of the endless gaucho grill. Fogo
de Chao boasts over 15 cuts of meat expertly prepared and swiftly
delivered at their continuous tableside service. While nearby Texas de
Brazil is a larger, louder marina-view dining room, the more intimate
First Street spot offers guests more personal service and a better
atmosphere for a family dinner or a romantic rendezvous.
Shattering notions of "all-you-can-eat" as some kind
of oversized buffet meal, a Brazilian steakhouse combines a carefully
crafted salad bar with tableside entree service that feels more personal
and a lot more tasty. Best bets from the grill include tender,
bacon-wrapped filet mignon, Brazilian pichana, well-marbled ribeye and
roast baby lamb. Side dishes of potatoes, polenta or soft plantains
mostly get in the way of all that meaty goodness. Guests who remember
that a meal like this is a marathon and not a sprint will never fill up
on salad, cheese bread or potatoes no matter how devilishly tempting
they appear.
Staff overall are well-trained and very attentive.
Work through the succulent variety of grilled options and then tell the
waiter your particular favorites. If you request your meat be medium
rare or well done, those specific cuts return when you're ready. A handy
indicator that's green for go or red for stop helps you set the pace of
your meal. As an insider tip, remember that lunch prices are nearly half
off the dinner bill for the exact same menu. The only consequence of
such a big midday meal is how hard it will be to get moving after all
that tasty meat!
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