Fogo de Chao - San Jose

Fogo de Chao - San Jose reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Jan VIP

   San Francisco30 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Unfortunately, the restaurant we enjoyed for years has slipped terribly. The meats are not prepared properly and service is like flagging down a taxi in NYC.
   

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   Carl

   San Francisco1 review

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Disappointing experience. Over booked, crowded, and little concern ncern for guest
   

   Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 3 days ago

   Carl, we regret that your experience didn't align with our usual standards. We aim for a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere, and it's concerning to hear of your experience. Our team would like to address this. Please contact us via our website form so we can understand and serve you better in the future. Thank you.
   

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   Godfrey VIP

   San Francisco6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Bryant and Maratha were GREAT. They arr very attentive and helpful. Salad bar was always fresh and good variety
   

   Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 5 days ago

   Godfrey, thank you for your kind words about Bryant and Maratha. We're thrilled you enjoyed the attentive service and found our Market Table fresh with a great variety. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Shirley

   San Francisco1 review

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a great time here today ,, but maybe it was busy , some of the steak were really cooked rare ,, we wanted it medium well ,. We loved the ambiance and the service.. thank you
   

   Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 5 days ago

   Shirley, thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're pleased to know you enjoyed the ambiance and service. We apologize if the steaks were not cooked as preferred due to the busy time. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your next visit is even better. Warm regards.
   

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   Christopher

   San Francisco3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Some cuts are amazing (picanha, bacon wrapped chicken, leg of lamb) some are horrible and tough and flavorless. The environment is a super packed like sardines environment and everything is very tight. Our service was dead at first, so slow we didn’t get any meat or drinks for 20 minutes after sitting down and I had to go get the server to start
   

   Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 4 days ago

   Christopher, we appreciate your detailed feedback. It's concerning to hear certain cuts didn't meet your expectations and about the delay in service. We aim for every guest to have a seamless dining experience. We would like to address your concerns, so please reach out through our website contact form. Thank you.
   

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   Rose

   New York City3 reviews

   1.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   If I could give 0 stars I would. Worst dine in experience ever! We went here the day before Mother’s Day weekend (05/10) because I received an email offer about their special $49 dinner. I’ve tried this place before and I liked it for the experience but I think for the amount of food/choices it’s definitely overrated and overpriced. So when I got the email offer I was willing to give it another try so that my family is able to experience it. I checked the website and it shows that 05/11 weekend is considered a holiday (Mother’s Day) so I made sure that Saturday the 10th is a regular day. I made a reservation at 3pm and got seated right away. We were given the Brazilian bread and some water and started eating. Then the waiter comes and I asked about the deal and she said unfortunately that day is considered a holiday so that deal is not applicable. I felt like at that point since we already started eating we felt embarrassed to leave. I just have to accept paying more and that’s fine! BUT the entire time we were there, we were only offered a few options.. they were serving a big group and I felt like other people were forgotten or we weren’t prioritized. The dinner menu should have way more options compared to lunch menu but I probably ate 4 servings overall and some sides. And our total bill was almost $300. The entire experience was ruined for my entire family. Such a disappointment so we won’t be coming back ever!
   

   Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 5 days ago

   Rose, we're deeply sorry for your experience and understand the disappointment with your visit. It's concerning to hear you didn't feel prioritized, and we strive for all guests to have a memorable time. Our team would appreciate the chance to address your concerns. Please contact us via our website's contact form so we can work toward improving your future experiences. Thank you.
   

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   mayra

   San Francisco2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everyone was really welcoming and knew the way around the restaurant when asked where the restroom was at we were seated right away. Our waitress was really nice and respectful. She wished us a happy Mother’s Day and also explained to us our options on foods. She guided us and we felt very comfortable and then she was bilingual so that was nice because my mom was able to speak to her and interact. We had a great time!
   

   Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 6 days ago

   Mayra, it's wonderful to hear about your positive experience with us, particularly on such a special day. We're thrilled that our team contributed to a welcoming and accommodating atmosphere. We look forward to serving you and your family again soon!
   

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   VICTOR VIP

   San Francisco21 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The place was hopping over Mother’s Day weekend brunch. Perfect spring day for outdoor dining. Meats were cooked a perfect medium rare, very tender and juicy. Service was great. Very attentive. Table distance was a bit tight. Not surprising, given the holiday weekend.
   

   Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 3 days ago

   Victor, we're pleased to hear you enjoyed your Mother's Day brunch with us, especially the outdoor dining and perfectly cooked cuts. It's great to know our team provided attentive service. Thank you for highlighting the table distance, and we're happy that it didn't detract from your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Julie VIP

   San Francisco4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 9 May 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Patio was a bit noisy with cars honking randomly but the service was great and the food was good. We were here for a Thursday night special event and the price was more than fair!
   

   Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 7 days ago

   Julie, thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We're glad you enjoyed both the service and food during your visit. We hope to welcome you back soon!
   

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    Sunny

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5

    Our server was very rude. But the rest of our extras great. He was this older Spanish guy. He shouldn’t be in hospitality business. His attitude and service was horrible. We tipped 18%, he didn’t deserve a PENNY.
    

    Fogo de Chao - San JoseResponded 5 days ago

    Sunny, we're sorry to hear about your experience with a member of our team. Providing a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere is important to us, and we appreciate your feedback. Please reach out through our website contact form so we can further address your concerns and work toward a more positive experience next time. Thank you.
    

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