Fogo de chão, Brazilian steakhouse in Jardins, São Paulo, Brazil
Fogo de Chão is a churrascaria restaurant in São Paulo that specializes in grilled meats prepared over open flames and served continuously by skilled gaucho chefs at your table. The concept brings southern Brazilian barbecue traditions to the dining experience, with different meat selections offered throughout the meal.
The restaurant was founded in 1979 in Porto Alegre and later expanded internationally while staying true to the traditional cooking methods of southern Brazilian barbecue. The growth succeeded by keeping the original concept's roots and authenticity intact.
The restaurant continues the custom of the churrascaria, where people gather to share grilled meats and experience the food traditions of southern Brazil together. The gaucho chefs bring the region's way of life to the table as they serve throughout the meal.
The restaurant is located in central São Paulo and serves lunch and dinner daily, with extended hours until 23:30 on weekdays and Saturdays. Advance reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, since the continuous service model allows for flexible dining times.
Each cut of meat receives specific grilling and resting times, with the chefs rotating selections continuously to ensure guests taste each piece at its best. This careful preparation and rotation of selections makes the service model more than just eating—it becomes a visible process of skilled craftsmanship.
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