Fogo de Chao - Huntington Beach

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   Sue

   Orange County

   13 reviews

   3.0

   13 reviews

   Dined today

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

   First time at Fogo de Chao. Service was disappointing. We were a party of 5 adults with one child under 3. We weren’t greeted or brought water until 25 minutes after being seated. Then it took an extra 15 minutes to receive the child’s water in a plastic cup and straw. We also received the small round bread rolls which were very good. After we ordered our dinner choices, the meat servers never showed up until a new table server showed up to ask how everything was and if we had gotten everything we ordered. The salad bar had many choices and was very good, but some foods were not labeled so it was a little hard to figure out what the items were. Most of the meat was excellent, but the chicken was just ok. It was the best tasting lamb I’ve ever had. The wild caught sea bass was a little under cooked in the middle, but did come with its own side of asparagus. The other sides were disappointing and I’m guessing you don’t get a choice on these because we were not asked. We received two small plates of mashed potatoes and two small plates of grilled banana with some other fried item on the plates we couldn’t figure out what it was even after trying it. They did bring out a small plate of French fries, probably because we had a small child that we did not order from the menu for. It was Christmas and they were very busy so we will try them again with hopes of a better experience.
   

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   Teresa

   San Diego

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined today

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

   Food is great but the service is even better!!! We ate Christmas dinner there and the service was wonderful. They were busy but very attentive, polite, warm and friendly. I can’t say enough wonderful things about the staff at Fogo de Chão.
   

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   Liz

   San Francisco

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Service was subpar, we got sat at a table by the window, we hardly ever got meat, despite literally begging them to come around. We complained twice and the waiter argued with us, so we just asked for the check and left. The salad bar was ok there are definitely more selections at other Brazilian places, overall I wasn’t impressed.
   

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   Jeff

   Orange County

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   We have eaten here several times and surprised how things went. Was seated at the farthest corner table in the restaurant, so the servers were not attentive to us. We had to try to get their attention. The gauchos were good coming around and when we asked for a specific type of meat, they brought it. Surprised that the hostess seated us where she did as I am handicapped and had to walk with a cane quite a way.
   

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   Dennis

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   21 reviews

   3.0

   21 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   We went long periods without seeing any servers ,
   

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   Elene

   Orange County

   14 reviews

   4.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Great vibes.....food was yummy but little bit too salty
   

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   Jackeline

   VIP

   Orange County

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   We dinner last night at HB location. Michael our server was the best. He went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Alfredo also checked on us making sure everything was good.
   

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   Ken

   VIP

   Orange County

   53 reviews

   5.0

   53 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   I can’t believe the friendly service and happy vibe we experienced this afternoon for lunch at the absolutely BEST Brazilian Steakhouse in So Cal.! Christmas time means an increase in customers, yet the speed of the gauchos slicing the meats and cocktail service was faster and more attentive than ever! Thanks so much to Nelson, Roberto, Renato, Gilbert, Leah and Valerie for their outstanding services. Now the meats: my favorite, lamb steak and chops, bottom sirloin and bacon wrapped chicken and steak were phenomenal! The sweet cheese bread rolls and everything at the buffet were super fresh and DEElicious! Why go anywhere else? Merry Christmas everyone and see you on New Year’s Eve!!! Ken & Kathi wish you all the best!! AFTER WRITING THIS REVIEW, WE DISCOVERED THIS WAS OUR 25th VISIT SINCE APRIL 2024! WOW!!!! Needless to say, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND Fogo to everyone!!
   

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   Andy

   Orange County

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   Set a reservation and had to wait about 30-40 min when arriving on time to still get seated for a party of 2. Ordered drinks and they didn’t arrive until I was done with my third plate of food and had to remind them about it. Food was great thank you to the waiter who realized the delay in everything and made sure the rest of our dinner arrived on time. Was told about a birthday dessert that was going to be given to me and it also never arrived. Probably won’t ever go back to this location again to celebrate my birthday
   

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    Douglas

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    1.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

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

    The restaurant was overcrowded, and the staff appeared overwhelmed. Cocktails arrived late, and no follow-up for additional drinks was offered. Three in our party ordered the meat dinner, while one ordered from the regular menu. The latter meal arrived only after the others had finished and moved on to dessert, forcing that person to take their meal to go—a frustrating experience. The meat choices were tasty and good although the salad bar offer with all the meals was underwhelming, and the overall service did not justify the over $400 cost for four people. On a positive note, the servers were pleasant very apologetic and did their job to the best of their ability under the circumstances. Unfortunately, we left disappointed and would not return.
    

    Fogo de Chao - Huntington BeachResponded 3 days ago

    Douglas, we're sorry to hear about your recent visit. It's concerning to learn about the delay with your meals and service. Our team would like to address your experience and work toward a five-star visit in the future. Please reach out through our website's contact form to further discuss your concerns. Thank you.
    

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