Fogo de Chão Opens Second Dallas-Area Location in

DALLAS, Feb. 17, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Internationally renowned Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chão today opened its newest location in the luxurious One Uptown high-rise apartment tower at 2619 McKinney Ave., Dallas. The new restaurant marks Fogo de Chão’s 35 ^th location in the United States. There are currently 47 Fogo de Chão restaurants, worldwide.

“Our Addison, Texas location opened in 1997 and was the first place in the world to host a Fogo de Chão outside of Brazil,” said Larry Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of Fogo de Chão. “We’re excited to add a second Dallas-area location in the heart of Uptown, one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing neighborhoods in the country, and believe that our guests will love our new space at One Uptown.”

Fogo de Chão shares the Brazilian gaucho traditions of churrasco , the art of roasting meats over an open fire, and espeto corrido , or “continuous service.” The menu features a wealth of savory, fire-roasted meats that are prepared and carved tableside for each guest by a team of authentic Brazilian-trained gaucho chefs. Guest favorites include filet mignon, lamb chops and ribeye, as well signature Brazilian cuts like their house specialty Picanha sirloin. As a complement to the variety of protein options, guests can also enjoy the gourmet Market Table and Feijoada Bar, which includes seasonal salads, soups, fresh vegetables, Feijoada (Brazilian black bean stew), and authentic Brazilian side dishes. To celebrate the new location, an introductory price of $46.50 is being offered for dinner.

Boasting a vibrant dining room, expansive outdoor patio and lively bar area, the new Uptown Dallas location offers a variety of dining options and experiences for everyone, including the Gaucho Lunch, a customizable experience designed to accommodate the busy schedules of weekday diners and business professionals, starting at $15 for the Market Table. Guests may also choose to add a single selection of fire-roasted meat, all for under $25.

The Brazilian Brunch, introduced to celebrate family and friends on Saturdays and Sundays for only $36.95 is a guest favorite. The menu includes the Full Churrasco experience, an expanded Market Table with fresh seasonal fruits, Greek Yogurt and some special, Brazilian-inspired breakfast items like Pão de Queijo Egg Bake, Braised Beef Rib Hash and a Seasonal Sunday Roast. To complement the experience, Fogo de Chão offers a special Brunch Bar in the main dining room where guests can enjoy made-to-order Caipirinhas and classic American brunch cocktails with Brazilian twists such as their cachaça Bloody Mary and Passion Fruit Mimosa.

For those craving the authentic Fogo de Chão experience in a more casual way, Bar Fogo serves smaller, shareable plates, entrée items like their new Picanha Burger and Xingu Braised Beef Rib Sliders, a variety of craft cocktails, award-winning wines and happy hour specials located in the bar area and patio of the restaurant.

Group and Private Dining for special occasions are available. Additionally, children six and under enjoy complimentary dining at Fogo de Chão and ages 7-12 dine at half price for the full Churrasco experience. Beverages, desserts, tax and gratuity are an additional cost.

For hours of operation and other information, please visit www.fogo.com .

About Fogo de Chão Fogo de Chão (fogo-dee-shown) is a leading Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, which has specialized for more than 37 years in fire-roasting high-quality meats utilizing the centuries-old Southern Brazilian cooking technique of churrasco. Fogo delivers a distinctive and authentic Brazilian dining experience through the combination of high-quality Brazilian cuisine and a differentiated service model known as espeto corrido (Portuguese for "continuous service") delivered by gaucho chefs. Fogo offers its guests a tasting menu of a variety of meats including beef, lamb, pork and chicken, simply seasoned and carefully fire-roasted to expose their natural flavors, a gourmet Market Table with seasonal salads, soup and fresh vegetables, seafood, desserts, signature cocktails and an award-winning wine list. The first Fogo de Chão opened in Brazil in 1979. The Company currently operates 35 restaurants in the United States, 10 in Brazil and two joint venture restaurants in Mexico. Visit FOGO.com for more information.

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