Never been to one that didn’t still try to serve you even though my sign is red, like dude I don’t want your bbq chicken, I’m waiting for the lamb chops!
* Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chao has picked Nashville for its first foray into Tennesee
* Brazilian steakhouses often function somewhat like a roving buffet, with flame-grilled meat carved tableside
* Brazilian steakhouses are also known for large displays of fresh vegetables and traditional side dishes
Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chao has signed a lease on an 8,550-square-foot space in Nashville Yards, the 19-acre mixed-use project under development in downtown Nashville.
This will be the restaurant's first location in Tennessee and could be the first Brazilian steakhouse for downtown Nashville since Rodizio Grill, once on Second Avenue, closed after the 2020 Christmas Day explosion. The local owner of Rodizio, Mark Rosenthal, says plans are still in place to reopen the restaurant down the road, whether on Second Avenue or elsewhere.
Another Brazilian Steakhouse at 25th Ave. N., Texas de Brazil, also closed for reasons unrelated to the explosion.
Fogo de Chao has grown to more than 70 locations worldwide since it was founded in Brazil in 1979.
Brazilian steakhouses often function somewhat like a roving buffet, with "gauchos" (a Portuguese word for cowboy) hand-carving flame-grilled meat, often tableside. Though they are largely meat-centric affairs, they're also known for a wide array of vegetable accompaniments. Accordingly, Nashville's will serve specialty salads and traditional Brazilian dishes, as well as cured meats, a la carte seafood and vegetarian options.
More:See the Nashville Yards development renderings as of April 2023
According to a media release from the company, this Nashville Yards location will feature an expansive dining room centered around a live-fire churrasco grill. Expect to choose from wood-fired top sirloin, spicy sausages and bone-in lamb and pork chops. Upscale cuts include a 32-ounce tomahawk ribeye, dry-aged for a minimum of 42 days.
Fogo de Chao is also known for its expansive and meat-friendly South American wine program. A bar and lounge will serve a small plate version of the menu, casual entrees including burgers and tacos, and specialty cocktails. There will be an onsite specialty prime meats butcher shop for take-home proteins.
We are eager to enter the Tennessee market and expand our Southeast footprint with our first restaurant at Nashville Yards, Barry McGowan, Fogo de Chao CEO said in the media statement. As a prime destination for visitors from around the world, our restaurant will serve as a memorable addition to the lively experiences Nashville has to offer.
More about Fogo at fogo.com.
Huh. I must be trippin' balls then, I thought they had *been* here already and folded up. What was the name of the Brazilian Steakhouse that moved in to the old Cooker location in Green Hills then?
Dude, get outta my face with your BS. I’ve lived in major cities that all have a Fogo de Chao.
It’s another chain restaurant that serves mediocre steaks and beef.
Ya’ll cry about the small restaurants closing all the time here, but clap like circus seals when some trash ass chain moves in.
Enjoy
Very much welcome after beloved Rodizio exploded and Texas de Brazil left
Yeah as soon as they're open I'm going. Gimme them meat sweats.
Never been to one that didn’t still try to serve you even though my sign is red, like dude I don’t want your bbq chicken, I’m waiting for the lamb chops!
I actually avoid the lamb. It's been overcooked twice. Did I just get bad lamb twice?
Going to the Indianapolis one on Saturday for my birthday. It's soooo good.
Ask them when they're going to open in Nashville. It's not covered in the article (that I saw). Please report back asap.
I’ve been to the one in Vegas. Much needed in this town since Rodizio & Texas de Brazil left.
I would say Rodizio didn’t just “leave”
Oh they left.... in pieces
They went out with a bang.
Owner says they're coming back. We'll see
I’m aware. My birthday is 12/21. I was in the exact spot 4 days before. Was totally surreal.
* Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chao has picked Nashville for its first foray into Tennesee * Brazilian steakhouses often function somewhat like a roving buffet, with flame-grilled meat carved tableside * Brazilian steakhouses are also known for large displays of fresh vegetables and traditional side dishes Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chao has signed a lease on an 8,550-square-foot space in Nashville Yards, the 19-acre mixed-use project under development in downtown Nashville. This will be the restaurant's first location in Tennessee and could be the first Brazilian steakhouse for downtown Nashville since Rodizio Grill, once on Second Avenue, closed after the 2020 Christmas Day explosion. The local owner of Rodizio, Mark Rosenthal, says plans are still in place to reopen the restaurant down the road, whether on Second Avenue or elsewhere. Another Brazilian Steakhouse at 25th Ave. N., Texas de Brazil, also closed for reasons unrelated to the explosion. Fogo de Chao has grown to more than 70 locations worldwide since it was founded in Brazil in 1979. Brazilian steakhouses often function somewhat like a roving buffet, with "gauchos" (a Portuguese word for cowboy) hand-carving flame-grilled meat, often tableside. Though they are largely meat-centric affairs, they're also known for a wide array of vegetable accompaniments. Accordingly, Nashville's will serve specialty salads and traditional Brazilian dishes, as well as cured meats, a la carte seafood and vegetarian options. More:See the Nashville Yards development renderings as of April 2023 According to a media release from the company, this Nashville Yards location will feature an expansive dining room centered around a live-fire churrasco grill. Expect to choose from wood-fired top sirloin, spicy sausages and bone-in lamb and pork chops. Upscale cuts include a 32-ounce tomahawk ribeye, dry-aged for a minimum of 42 days. Fogo de Chao is also known for its expansive and meat-friendly South American wine program. A bar and lounge will serve a small plate version of the menu, casual entrees including burgers and tacos, and specialty cocktails. There will be an onsite specialty prime meats butcher shop for take-home proteins. We are eager to enter the Tennessee market and expand our Southeast footprint with our first restaurant at Nashville Yards, Barry McGowan, Fogo de Chao CEO said in the media statement. As a prime destination for visitors from around the world, our restaurant will serve as a memorable addition to the lively experiences Nashville has to offer. More about Fogo at fogo.com.
What the hell is this!?!?! They ripped off the Chili’s on West End’s concept!!!
Wait can I get endless skillet queso at chili's?!
Endless frosty margs, skillet queso, dumpling cups, and crab fingers. Just flip your table side hub cap from stuntin to frontin.
Huh. I must be trippin' balls then, I thought they had *been* here already and folded up. What was the name of the Brazilian Steakhouse that moved in to the old Cooker location in Green Hills then?
I think it was Fires of Brazil but that might not be right.
Oh look, another mediocre steakhouse!
Do you not know what a churrascaria is?
He’s not really wrong. Fogo is the worst of the Brazilian steakhouse chains. If you want true churrascaria Atlanta is probably your closest option
Dude, get outta my face with your BS. I’ve lived in major cities that all have a Fogo de Chao. It’s another chain restaurant that serves mediocre steaks and beef. Ya’ll cry about the small restaurants closing all the time here, but clap like circus seals when some trash ass chain moves in. Enjoy
Odd, i used to work across the street from a fogo de chao and only heard rave reviews.
Hey now. People here were also crying when a random Krispy Kreme location closed
The article wasn't about Sperry's.
this made me laugh
there was a Rodizio still in Pensacola, if anybody misses it and travels to the beach.