To start out, I did make a reservation ahead of time as it is always helpful to do so to ensure you will be seated. Sometimes you can get lucky here without one, but honestly it's just easier for peace of mind to have a reservation ahead of time. As soon as we arrived and checked-in, we were quickly shown to our table. Our fantastic waitress greeted us and asked if we had been to a Brazilian Steakhouse before, and since we had, she let us be on our way but made sure to note she was available if we had any questions. Honestly just wonderful service! We did peruse the buffet bar and they do have some good options, but I prefer to just get a few items to not fill myself so I will be able to eat all of the meat we love. Our sides came out shortly after we began eating and the Pão de queijo and the sweet plantains were gone in mere moments as they are our favorite accompaniments! Our waitress was on it and constantly refilled us. We were honestly overjoyed. While I did love their specific cuts and marinades for each meat, my only qualm was getting the meat to me. Usually when your card is green, they will come to your table to offer their specific cut. Unfortunately for me, whenever my husband's card turned to red but mine was still green, I would not be served. I tried moving my card all over the table so the gauchos would see it better, but alas it did not work. I ended up just flipping my husband's card to green and he just had to say no to the cuts instead. This has never happened to either of us in the past at any other Brazilian steakhouse or specific Texas de Brazil location. Honestly it was kind of funny how they wouldn't even look at my card as I tried to flag gauchos down. Luckily, our waitress asked if we wanted to finish with any specific cuts and she was able to have those gauchos come to us. All but 1! He avoided my card and wouldn't walk near our table, but all is well. My favorite cuts are always any steak options and more specifically picanha. They definitely excelled in these options as everything was tender and most cuts melted in our mouthes like butter. We did go in for my husband's birthday and they were kind enough to surprise him with a lovely birthday dessert. We loved it! We will definitely be back but we now know to always have my husband's card as green!

Made reservations for my birthday we arrived at five were seated promptly. I love this place. The steak is perfect and you have so many choices. So I tried all of the different steaks with the exception of the spicy ones. They were all delicious, but the filet mignon melted in my mouth and I cut like butter so so good. Food was delicious. The service was excellent. The staff is friendly. They really took care of us making sure we had an exceptional experience. And the steak is SO GOOD!!!

I had dinner at Texas de Brazil last Saturday night and made a reservation through their website for 8:15 PM. The restaurant is located inside The Shoppes at Carlsbad on the first floor. When I arrived, it was packed, and I had to wait a bit for my table to be prepared, but that was understandable given how busy it was. This was my first time at Texas de Brazil, and it was clear from the start that this wasn't your typical buffet or steakhouse. My waitress explained the concept thoroughly: for $58.99, you get unlimited meats, sides, sauces, and everything available at the salad bar. If you wanted to eat 10 steaks, you absolutely could! You could also request specific cuts from the kitchen, cooked to your preference, at no extra cost. The only thing you couldn't do was take food home, but that made sense given the incredible value. The service was impeccable. My waitress introduced me to the circular card on the table--green on one side, red on the other. Flipping it to green signaled servers to bring different meats to the table, all carved fresh from skewers. If you didn't want a particular cut, you could simply pass and wait for the next. Flipping to red meant taking a break. The variety of meats was insane: * Picanha * Brazilian Sausage * Garlic Picanha * Barbecued Pork Ribs * Leg of Lamb & Lamb Chops * Filet Mignon (including bacon-wrapped) * Flank Steak * Spicy Sirloin * Parmesan-Crusted Pork Loin * Beef Ribs * Chicken Breast Wrapped in Bacon * ...and so much more! The salad bar was also top-tier, featuring imported cheeses, meats, soups, peppers, and plenty of other fresh options. In addition to all the incredible meats, the waitress also brings out unlimited sides to the table, including: * Fried bananas * French fries * Mashed potatoes These sides were a perfect complement to the meal. The fried bananas were a unique touch, the fries were crisp, and the mashed potatoes were smooth and creamy. One highlight of my meal? The Jalapeño Poppers! Juicy, creamy, and packed with flavor. I loved them so much that I had my waiter bring me an entire skewer just for myself! The atmosphere was elegant and relaxing, the restaurant was spotless, and the service was some of the best I've ever had at a high-end steakhouse. In my opinion, nothing in the area can compete with Texas de Brazil. The sheer amount of food and quality you get for $58.99 is unbeatable--especially in today's economy. It was so good that I ended up being the last person in the restaurant! I arrived at 8:15 PM and didn't leave until 10:30 PM because I was enjoying every bite. This place deserves a Michelin star. No complaints whatsoever--just a perfect dining experience. I'll definitely be back, and I highly recommend coming very hungry!

/10!! We had never been to a Brazilian restaurant before now, and we will DEFINITELY be back. The service is astounding, as well as varieties. All of the meats brought around were phenomenal, absolutely cooked to perfection. the sides (both buffet and ones brought to the table) were amazing! The lighting is low, the vibes are great. it was an absolutely lovely dinner to treat my significant others to!

Food Excellent Meats and banquet sides. Great alcoholic drinks and wines. Wonderful desserts and coffee. Service is the best. Every single person on staff provided pleasant service. They all made us feel welcome. Our chat with our main server shared her cultural knowledge of Rio de Janeiro. What a happy person she is. Now we want to visit Brazil. Ambiance. Elegance simply put. Natural Casualness.

Brazilian Steakhouse!!! Texas de Brazil is an exceptional dining spot for a memorable family experience. Originally planning on giving it 4 stars, the outstanding service from Thiago tipped the scale. His warm connection with my kids was incredible--bringing them Shirley Temples and going the extra mile by adding extra cherries from the bar. Such a thoughtful touch! The meats were perfectly seasoned, with options cooked to satisfy everyone in our group--medium for some, well-done for others. Everything came out quickly, and the flavors were spot on. For families looking for a great atmosphere and top-tier service with a kids menu with specials under 12, Texas de Brazil delivers. A highly recommended experience!

One of the top 3 Brazilian steakhouses I've been to. Great wait service. Went here on Christmas Day, and it was pretty packed. I think everyone had the same idea I had on no cooking for the holidays! The wait service were in great spirits as I know it's rough having to work on the holidays. We made sure they were compensated well. The meats were flavorful. The wait staff kept up the pace as more customers came. My plate was never empty. The salad bar was fresh. My favorite was the lobster bisque! My mojito was so refreshing too! Definitely will come back.