Fogo de Chao - Bethesda

4.2

1753 Reviews

$30 and under

Brazilian

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 140 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Good for special occasions
Lively

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Brazilian, Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat 2:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(301) 841-9200
Website
https://fogodechao.com/location/bethesda/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Invite your guests to a truly unique group dining experience! Whether for private dining rooms, or to interact in our main dining areas, Fogo de Chão® is the perfect location for parties of 15 to 275.
Private party contact
Our Sales Manager: (443) 447-8964

Location
11600 Old Georgetown Rd, North Bethesda, MD 20852
Neighborhood
North Bethesda
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Bar Fogo Wagyu & Wine
$49.00 per person
Jan 16, 2025 only
Join us at Bar Fogo for a unique tasting event. Sample side-by-side Wagyu Ribeye alongside Bone-in Ribeye, perfectly paired with three glasses of the all-time favorites' South American wines of your choice and savory bar bites including Brazilian-style Empanadas, Queijo Assado, Bacon Wrapped Steak, and more.

Offers

All Day Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Come join us at Bar Fogo for All-Day Happy Hour featuring $5 beers, $8 South American wines, and $10 Brazilian-inspired cocktails. Pair your drinks with savory $6 bar bites - including Queijo Assado, Saucy Legs, Seasonal Hummus, or indulge in our fresh ground in-house $10 Picanha Burger, available every day from opening to close.

Popular dishes

Sized to share. Served with Brazilian Malagueta cocktail sauce and fresh lemon.
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$28.00
Six poached shrimp.
Seafood Tower$112.00
Split cold-water lobster tails, full lobster claws, jumbo shrimp, snow crab legs, green-lipped mussels.
Chilled Lobster & Shrimp$48.00
Two lobster claws, one split lobster tail, four jumbo shrimp.

Churrasco

Continuous tableside service of fire-roasted cuts including Picanha, Filet, Lamb Chops, Ribeye, Chicken and more; family-style Brazilian sides; and Brunch Market Table
Churrasco$49.50

Add an Indulgent Cut

Sized to share for four or more. Enhance your dining experience by adding one of our premium cuts to your Churrasco Experience.
Roasted Bone Marrow$26.00
Crispy toasts, chimichurri.
Wagyu NY Strip*$150.00
20oz. premium graded.
Wagyu Ancho (Ribeye)*$160.00
24oz. premium graded Ribeye.
Tomahawk Ancho*$115.00
(Ribeye)36oz. long-bone ribeye, dry-aged 42 days.
Whole Branzino*$85.00
2lb. fresh fish, fire-roasted and carved tableside.
Wagyu Porterhouse*$165.00
30oz. premium graded, aged for 21 days.

Entrées | Select Cut

Includes Brunch Market Table and Brazilian side dishes. Select entrées available à la carte. | Continuous service of one fire-roasted cut, carved tableside.
Picanha*$39.00
Fraldinha*$39.00
Lamb Picanha*$39.00
Bisteca de Porco$39.00
Frango$37.00

Entrées | Brunch Market Table

Includes Brunch Market Table and Brazilian side dishes. Select entrées available à la carte.
Brunch Market Table$35.00
Fresh seasonal salads, exotic vegetables, imported cheeses, cured meats, seasonal soup, and more. Brunch Features include Braised Beef Rib Hash, Made-to-Order Omelets, Bolo de Fubá, Belgian Waffles, Brazilian Sausage, and more.

Entrées

Includes Brunch Market Table and Brazilian side dishes. Select entrées available à la carte.
Pan-Seared Salmon*$39.00
Topped with chimichurri. Served with grilled asparagus.
Cauliflower Steak$37.00
Oven roasted with a parmesan crust and basil sauce with warm chickpea salad.
Chilean Sea Bass$46.00
Topped with papaya vinaigrette. Served with grilled asparagus.
Roasted Veggie Power Bowl$35.00
Vegan and gluten free, served with chimichurri spinach rice.
Seared Tofu and Sesame Black Bean Pasta$40.00
Vegan and gluten free, tossed with carrot ginger-sesame dressing.

Brunch Cocktails

Passion Fruit Mimosa$10.00
Fogo Bloody Mary$11.00
Rosé, Montes, Cherub$8.00
Prosecco, La Marca$12.25

Brazilian Inspired Beverages

Brazilian Limonada$5.75
Guaraná Antarctica$4.95
Paradise Spritz$5.50
Pineapple Mint Lemonade$5.00

What 1,753 people are saying

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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.1Service
4.3Ambience
4Value

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Maryland - DC Suburbs
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Fogo de Chao - Bethesda offers a lively atmosphere and "amazing staff" with attentive service that makes every visit enjoyable. Guests rave about the "wonderful churrasco experience" and "best steakhouse" meats. The salad bar is a highlight, featuring fresh and diverse options. Ideal for special occasions, it promises a memorable dining experience.

1,753 Reviews

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Michelle
Houston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had reservations for 7pm. Did not get seated until 7:45pm. We were seated at a table close to the bar. Since they were so behind on their reservations, the place was packed with tons of people everywhere. People were standing over our table, waiting for their table, while we were trying to eat. I had to ask for water three times before it was received. Horrible experience for Christmas Day. We will never be returning.
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Christa
Washington DC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Long wait even with reservation, loud and crowded.
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Tameaka
Washington DC
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
My family dined here on Christmas Day and overall enjoyed the experience. The site advises that some waiting is expected (on Christmas) even with reservations, but waiting over 30 minutes felt more like a reflection of process inefficiencies than a typical holiday rush. Given how busy Christmas Day understandably is, it’s crucial for operations on such a high-demand day to align with the restaurant's usual stellar reputation. That said, we appreciated the festive atmosphere and the effort put into accommodating everyone.
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Debra
Tallahassee
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
This was the worst experience ever . Had reservation for 430 pm . We arrived 15 minutes earlier to be greeted with over 300 people in the lobby and front desk .To state such chaos and a total fire hazard would be an understatement . I along with other guest were extremely disappointed . It appeared that their was over booking with many guest having the exact reservation time , totally unacceptable. The Experience that you all pride yourself on as being top tier establishment has gone out the window . This experience was extremely frustrating and classless . The overall experience was like a cattle call which has me feeling disenchanted . I don’t think I will ever make reservations around the holiday season at FoGo period . The service was terrible as well !
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Tina
Baltimore
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The fun and tastiness of Fogo de Chao is always a treat. Our latest visit was on Christmas, and the start of our experience was massively chaotic. - We weren’t seated until 30+ minutes after our reservation, and the waiting space was jammed with people. I’m not sure if the reservation scheduling algorithm was off, people were just lingering or what was causing the backlog. That said, the staff was calm under the pressure and clearly doing their best. Once we were seated, we had a nice experience. The food was delicious and the servers pleasant. Again, the service teams seemed busier than they anticipated being and requests like refills of water took ages, but managers were jumping in and it was apparent everyone was doing their part. This was our first trip to the Bethesda location and we will return, but maybe when things are a little less busy.
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Marie
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a 2:15 reservation on Christmas Day but weren’t seated until 3:00 PM. I didn’t mind, as I could see how busy they were. I have to commend the entire staff for their ability to stay calm and composed amidst the chaos of such a hectic day.
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Steeven
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service and food. With such a busy atmosphere they staff manages to make each guess feel cared for and tended too. Their are truly amazing. Looking forward to going back there soon!!!
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A
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had a reservation, but our table where sat was not satisfied. I didn’t like wherever we were sitting it was on the way. Disappointed. The fish they asked us to buy was not fully cooked enough
Fogo de Chao - BethesdaResponded 1 day ago
We apologize for any dissatisfaction during your recent visit. Our team is committed to ensuring comfort and quality at all times. Please reach out through our website contact form, as we would like to address your concerns further and work to ensure a better experience. Thank you.
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Brian
VIP
Washington DC
14 reviews
1.0
14 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Absolutely the worst dining experience ever! Chairs and people were so packed in that every thine the gauchos came thru they kept knocking into the two people on our table. This is even if you could get them to come by. Never got offered a round of the second drinks- nor dessert! We come here to celebrate my sisters birthday every year! and based on this we won't be coming back.
Fogo de Chao - BethesdaResponded 4 days ago
We’re sorry your recent visit didn’t meet the standards you’ve come to expect from us, especially on such a special occasion. Our team values your feedback and aims to address your concerns. Please reach out to us via the contact form on our website, so we can work towards making things right. Thank you.
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Sergio
Washington DC
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Beef was not as good as other times and fair inferior than what I had in the Washington Wharf location few weeks ago. Service was slow and I keep waiting for the waiter for long times. Selection of Brazilian music is not appropriate for a dining place. Requires management far more focused on customer experience.
Fogo de Chao - BethesdaResponded 4 days ago
We appreciate your feedback and apologize that the experience didn't meet your expectations this time. Providing exceptional service and quality is very important to us. Please reach out through our website contact form so we can address your concerns and look forward to serving you better in the future. Thank you.
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Fogo de Chao - Bethesda offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (301) 841-9200.

Fogo de Chao - Bethesda is rated 4.2 stars by 1753 OpenTable diners.