It’s every meat lover’s dream. Imagine: mounds of flame-roasted meat lugged around a restaurant by servers, like loyal subjects carrying an emperor’s throne. Need more meat? You can get more meat, all deliciously crafted by Brazilian-trained gaucho chefs, practiced in the centuries-old grilling tradition of churrasco.
Need a moment to comprehend how much meat you just scarfed down? Sure. But the second you need to refuel, it’s right there for the taking. These are Westchester’s Brazilian steakhouses, after all.
Where can you find such a paradise? Well, we’re about to tell you. Keep on reading to find the best Brazilian steakhouses in our beloved county.
Texas de Brazil
1 Ridge Hill Blvd, Yonkers; 914.768.4623
At Texas de Brazil, the menu is at a fixed price that includes a continuous dining service for meats, salads, and side items. That means for one price you can have as many servings as you’d like! Music to our ears. Head to Ridge Hill Plaza to check out the juicy offerings, like picanha (a prized cut of beef from the rump that’s tender like sirloin), parmesan-crusted pork loin, chicken wrapped in bacon, filet mignon, lamb chops, barbecued pork ribs, Brazilian sausage, and more. Also, the Texas de Brazil Butcher Shop, with online ordering, offers curated grill packages delivered right to your doorstep.
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Real Brazilian Grill
145 Gramatan Ave, Mount Vernon; 914.668.4088
This Brazilian churrascaria offers a delicious menu of traditional dishes, desserts, and drinks alongside six mouthwatering barbecue meat options, including skirt steak, picanha, pork sausage, chicken, and a beef and pork platter. Those aren’t the only meat options though; the restaurant also provides options like grilled chicken, roast chicken, and a pork ribs platter. Additionally, the buffet offers amazing Brazilian-style pizzas, like the Moda da Casa, topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, corn, tomato, peas, bacon, ham, green olives, onions, and oregano.
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Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
235 Main St, White Plains; 914.697.8600
The story of the Fogo de Chão franchise is about as traditional as it gets. The founders grew up on a southern Brazilian farm in the Serra Gaucha, learning to cook in the churrasco-grilling tradition that would become the backbone of their story. The massive menu of meat will undoubtedly make you drool, with a host of delicious sides and drinks that make this an ideal spot to dine with a group. The White Plains location is inside the Bank of New York building, which is listed in the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, and it’s furnished with contemporary lounge seating that elevates any occasion.
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Chalanas Restaurant
105 W Lincoln Ave, Mount Vernon; 914. 699.9200
The Mount Vernon restaurant just might be your new go-to for Brazilian churrasco in lower Westchester. The menu features classic dishes like picanha and other cuts of beef, sausage, garlic ribs, and bacon-wrapped chicken in a down-to-earth setting. Stop by for the occasional night of live music, too.
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