I had been wanting to try out this restaurant for quite a while because so many people recommend it and I had never had any authentic Brazilian BBQ experience. But it turned out to be a major disappointment. The food was so so salty and it grossed me out quickly. They put a window around the kitchen so you can see how meat is roasted and what condiments they use and put on it. And they are very “generous” with the amount of salt used on the food. I personally hate this level of salt because it sabotages the original flavor of meat and, what is worse, it makes my body uncomfortable. Apart from that, the service was terrible. Because the meat was too salty, I wanted more diet coke but I waited for soooo long before the waitress finally came to our table to check on us. And there were so many times I almost made eye contact with her and even called her but she ended up ignoring me unintentionally.
The two guys in the kitchen were pretty nice and they served meat timely and provided great service. One of them remembered that we disliked the saltiness and catered for us by giving us meat on the inside.
Overall it was a mid experience to me, not mentioning that it was quite pricey as well.
Will Sanchez
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November 23, 2025
The food quality was very disappointing. Several cuts of meat were served either undercooked or overcooked, and the buffet selection was surprisingly small for a Brazilian steakhouse. Bread stopped being served at 8:00 p.m., with staff stating they had run out. Service was lacking as well—we waited an unusually long time to be greeted, and the overall attentiveness throughout the evening did not improve. Many of the meats served were of noticeably poor quality, including items like chicken legs and bacon wrapped chicken being offered repeatedly. The few higher-quality cuts we received were either rubbery and overcooked or nearly raw. Seasoning was inconsistent across the board, ranging from under-seasoned to overwhelmingly salty. Having visited many churrascerias, this experience was by far the most disappointing. Unfortunately, we will not be returning, and I cannot recommend this restaurant.
Liam Bruno
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July 19, 2025
We liked here,some ppl saying too expensive but we didn’t think that.we thought good price with good food!
but the restaurant AC is broken or something and very hot,we were sweating🥵some meats were salty but mostly good.recommend for anniversary or birthday!
*only military ppl get discounts.not for family.
Jon Gries
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November 28, 2025
My wife liked everything. My tastes are a little more refined. The beef(s) was tough, the lamb was tender. I flinched when they came around with 'filet mignon'. You should not have to saw that with a steak knife.
Salad bar was good, except the big fat plump shrimp which were dry and mealy in the center. Overcooked and cooled. Asparagus was just right, and that takes talent.
We had coffee after the meal. Really good coffee!! I did ask for sugar, but got a pot of sweeteners, even after after asking again.
They added, without prior advisement, a $4.50 card fee, then charged tax on it.
Atmosphere was good, but apparently there is no escape from shrieking children, even in a dimly lit obviously adult themed restaurant. That's just a sign of bad parenting, not the restaurant's fault. No dress code apparent, but this is Ocala.
Might go back under the right circumstances.
Paul Meola
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August 09, 2025
Great food. Basically all you can eat. Several types of meat brought to your table and sliced in front of you. Pricey but worth it. Large tables for groups.
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I had been wanting to try out this restaurant for quite a while because so many people recommend it and I had never had any authentic Brazilian BBQ experience. But it turned out to be a major disappointment. The food was so so salty and it grossed me out quickly. They put a window around the kitchen so you can see how meat is roasted and what condiments they use and put on it. And they are very “generous” with the amount of salt used on the food. I personally hate this level of salt because it sabotages the original flavor of meat and, what is worse, it makes my body uncomfortable. Apart from that, the service was terrible. Because the meat was too salty, I wanted more diet coke but I waited for soooo long before the waitress finally came to our table to check on us. And there were so many times I almost made eye contact with her and even called her but she ended up ignoring me unintentionally. The two guys in the kitchen were pretty nice and they served meat timely and provided great service. One of them remembered that we disliked the saltiness and catered for us by giving us meat on the inside. Overall it was a mid experience to me, not mentioning that it was quite pricey as well.
The food quality was very disappointing. Several cuts of meat were served either undercooked or overcooked, and the buffet selection was surprisingly small for a Brazilian steakhouse. Bread stopped being served at 8:00 p.m., with staff stating they had run out. Service was lacking as well—we waited an unusually long time to be greeted, and the overall attentiveness throughout the evening did not improve. Many of the meats served were of noticeably poor quality, including items like chicken legs and bacon wrapped chicken being offered repeatedly. The few higher-quality cuts we received were either rubbery and overcooked or nearly raw. Seasoning was inconsistent across the board, ranging from under-seasoned to overwhelmingly salty. Having visited many churrascerias, this experience was by far the most disappointing. Unfortunately, we will not be returning, and I cannot recommend this restaurant.
We liked here,some ppl saying too expensive but we didn’t think that.we thought good price with good food! but the restaurant AC is broken or something and very hot,we were sweating🥵some meats were salty but mostly good.recommend for anniversary or birthday! *only military ppl get discounts.not for family.
My wife liked everything. My tastes are a little more refined. The beef(s) was tough, the lamb was tender. I flinched when they came around with 'filet mignon'. You should not have to saw that with a steak knife. Salad bar was good, except the big fat plump shrimp which were dry and mealy in the center. Overcooked and cooled. Asparagus was just right, and that takes talent. We had coffee after the meal. Really good coffee!! I did ask for sugar, but got a pot of sweeteners, even after after asking again. They added, without prior advisement, a $4.50 card fee, then charged tax on it. Atmosphere was good, but apparently there is no escape from shrieking children, even in a dimly lit obviously adult themed restaurant. That's just a sign of bad parenting, not the restaurant's fault. No dress code apparent, but this is Ocala. Might go back under the right circumstances.
Great food. Basically all you can eat. Several types of meat brought to your table and sliced in front of you. Pricey but worth it. Large tables for groups.