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Fogo de Chão Brazilian SteakhouseBWorth Trying
92-50 59th Ave, Elmhurst, NY 11373
· Brazilian restaurant, Restaurant, Steak house
· 4.8/5 Google (8082 reviews)
Reservations · Delivery · Takeout
Destination-style Brazilian steakhouse with abundant meats and a strong happy hour; peak-time service bottlenecks and rotation gaps can undercut value, so go off-peak for best experience.
Why it gets a B for overall quality
Fogo de Chão delivers solid churrascaria execution with strong food quality highlighted by excellent picanha and lamb chops, supported by knowledgeable service and attractive contemporary design. However, inconsistent meat rotation and service pacing during peak times, combined with isolated food safety red flags, prevent the restaurant from reaching higher territory. Best experienced during quieter periods or at the bar, where value and execution shine most reliably.
Restaurant Summary
Inside a sleek dining room by the mall, the scene feels lively and celebratory with gauchos carving sizzling cuts at your table and a bar pouring $10 caipirinhas. Guests describe servers who shine when the room is calm, but several recount slow rotation and seating delays on packed nights. One diner summed it up: "When the flow is steady, the night feels effortless." This kitchen leans classic churrascaria rather than showy fusion—think picanha, lamb chops, and a robust Market Table with feijoada and salads. Premium shareables like a dry-aged tomahawk or Wagyu add steakhouse swagger. Value lands best at the bar or on quieter days; at peak times, long gaps between cuts can cool the magic and the math. Families do fine here when it is not slammed. Kids can graze from the Market Table, nibble pão de queijo, and share simple sides like yuca fries. There is no explicit kids menu in the data, so plan on sharing and consider lunch or early evenings for a smoother, kid-friendly pace.
At a Glance
- Classic churrasco with standout picanha and lamb chops when rotation flows
- All-day bar happy hour offers strong value on drinks and a burger
- Peak-time seating delays and slow meat rotation reduce value
- Isolated hygiene complaints and a reported sanitation C grade
- Holidays and big weekends show the most service strain
What Sets It Apart
- continuous tableside carving
- all-day bar happy hour
- premium shareable steaks
What People Love
- That first perfect slice of picanha
- Endless variety when the rotation is humming
- The Market Table for mixing bites between cuts
- Friendly servers who personalize the experience
- Bar cocktails that punch above price
Points of Concern
- Service bottlenecks at peak times lead to long gaps between meat rounds; plan off-peak for best flow
- Holiday overbooking and waits past reservation time reported
- A few serious hygiene incidents and a reported C sanitation grade raise caution
- Pricing is genuinely expensive ($69+ churrasco), so slow rotation feels costly
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleTable Service
Average Cost$85-115 per person
ReservationsRecommended
What to Order
- For lighter spend: Market Table ($39) plus Crispy Yuca Fries ($8)
- Seafood alternative: Pan-Seared Salmon ($46) or Chilean Sea Bass ($53)
- Vegetarian routes: Cauliflower Steak ($42) or Vegan Tofu Black Bean Pasta ($42)
Perfect For
- Meat-centric celebrations and birthdays
- Weekday lunch or early dinner to avoid crowds
- Happy hour at the bar with cocktails and snacks
- Group outings with reservations
Location Insights
Area: Busy Queens shopping corridor by Queens Center Mall; draws families, groups, and celebratory diners.
Safety: Generally busy and well-trafficked; isolated complaints about cleanliness and a posted C-grade noted by a reviewer.
Nearby: Adjacent to Queens Center Mall and transit; parking lot mentioned but can be full during holidays.
ElmhurstElmhurst is a bustling, ethnically diverse neighborhood with a wide variety of affordable dining options, including many Asian and Latin American restaurants. The area is known for its lively street life, accessibility via public transit, and a mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday11:30–22:00
Tuesday11:30–22:00
Wednesday11:30–22:00
Thursday11:30–22:00
Friday11:30–22:30
Saturday11:30–22:30
Sunday11:30–21:00
Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout
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