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Espetus Churrascaria San Francisco, 1686 Market St - Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San Francisco, San Francisco, CA

Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San Francisco

4.7 (1731)
$50 and over
Brazilian Steakhouse
1686 Market St, 0, San Francisco, CA 94102-5949

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Good for business meals
Embark on a culinary adventure at Espetus Churrascaria, where the vibrant flavors of Brazil come alive in San Francisco. Experience the authentic Churrascaria tradition with endless skewers of succulent meats carved tableside by our Gaucho chefs. Enjoy tender sirloin, juicy picanha, flavorful lamb, and succulent shrimp. Our extensive salad bar features exotic salads and Brazilian side dishes that perfectly complement the meats. Delight in dishes like Moqueca de Peixe, a fish stew with Brazilian palm oil, and hearty Feijoada, a black bean stew with pork. Espetus offers more than just a meal; it's an immersive cultural experience. With a lively atmosphere, vibrant décor, and warm hospitality, you'll feel transported to Brazil. Gather with friends and family, enjoy our curated wine list, and let the rhythm of the Churrascaria enchant you. Come hungry and ready to savor the true taste of Brazil at Espetus Churrascaria.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Brazilian Steakhouse, Brazilian, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Fernando Teles
  • Catering
    For information, please get in touch with Ilana Teles at ilana@espetus.com or call 415-552-8792.
  • Private party facilities
    Espetus is the perfect venue for any occasion, from intimate gatherings to large corporate events. For group reservations of 20+ guests, submit an inquiry at https://espetus.com/group-dining/, and our events team will respond within one business day.
  • Neighborhood
    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
  • Cross street
    Gough St.
  • Parking details
    Please note we do not validate any of these parking lots. We recommend that you check their hours and rates and use them at your own discretion. <br />California Parking Inc. - 1 Franklin St., San Francisco, CA 94102 P 415-468-4860<br />Ampco System Parking - 1650 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94103 P 415-255-8601<br />Star Park - 1540 Market St., San Francisco, CA 94102 P 415-503-0050<br /><br /><br /><br />
  • Public transit
    The nearest Muni Metro stations are Church Station and Van Ness Station, both within walking distance. Additionally, several Muni bus lines, including the 6 Haight/Parnassus, 7 Haight/Noriega, 9 San Bruno, and 9R San Bruno Rapid, have stops along Market Street near Espetus. For regional transit, the Civic Center BART Station is also nearby, providing access to broader Bay Area destinations. For detailed route and schedule information, you can visit the SFMTA Routes & Stops page.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Experiences

  • A Journey Through Brazilian Grilled Meats–$54.95!

    $54.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at Espetus Churrascaria for a truly unique dining experience. Our Rodizio Tasting Menu offers an unlimited selection of 12–14 premium cuts of mesquite-grilled meats, carved tableside by our expert gaucho chefs. This prix-fixe menu includes: - Chef’s rotating selection of beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and house specialties - Endless access to our gourmet hot dishes, seasonal Brazilian sides, and a vibrant salad bar - Our signature grilled pineapple to finish on a sweet note Whether you're celebrating, indulging, or discovering Brazilian cuisine for the first time, this tasting menu is a feast for all senses. Price: Monday–Thursday: $54.95 per guest
    A Journey Through Brazilian Grilled Meats–$54.95! Photo

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What 1,731 people are saying

Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San Francisco reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco

    Kid-friendly

  • San Francisco

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse in San Francisco offers a memorable dining experience with "amazing food, ambiance and service." The meats are "perfectly seasoned, hot, and freshly seared," and the salad bar is "one of the best in the city." While some find it "a little pricey," the attentive staff and delicious offerings make it worth the visit.
1,731 Reviews
  1. Aaron

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went to Espetus SF over the weekend to celebrate my girlfriend (now fiancé) and I getting engaged earlier in the day. In all my life, I have never had a more perfect dining experience. From the flavor of the food, the incredible service, and the overall experience created for us, I had never been so amazed at going to a restaurant and getting such a quality experience. My fiancé and I fell in love with Espetus, and the attentive service from all the staff and servers was one we will never forget. I am especially grateful for Abner, who did a fantastic job being our host and making sure that our experience was nothing short of incredible. Thank you so much to everyone at Espetus SF for making our first night as an engaged couple an experience we will never forget!!

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  2. Maria Bensie

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. I absolutely love every bite. The problem is parking and a little pricey. But definitely recommend. Great staff very attentive!
    Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San FranciscoResponded on June 24, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your feedback, Maria. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the food and attentive service during your visit. We appreciate your comments about parking and pricing and are glad to know you would recommend us. Your kind words mean a lot to the team.

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  3. Fred

    San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. Great ambiance. Never loud. Fabulous meats and salad/veg buffet. And the dessert was killer. Come hungry. Seriously.
    Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San FranciscoResponded on June 23, 2025
    We love hearing this! So glad you enjoyed the ambiance, buffet, and that unforgettable dessert. Thanks for the tip, coming hungry is definitely the way to go! We can’t wait to have you back.

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  4. Loreta

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was plentiful and delish. The meat servers were always coming to our table. The main server needs to lower his tone bc he sounds unapproachable for questions as he rapid fires the way things work for our first time. It seems like he is in a hurry or burnt out explaining things. That was uncomfortable. Everything and everyone else was great! Would I come back? Maybe!
    Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San FranciscoResponded on June 9, 2025
    Thanks so much for the feedback, Loreta! We're happy you enjoyed the food and service at your table. We're sorry the initial explanation felt rushed—we’ll be sure to address that with the team. We hope you'll give us another shot and look forward to welcoming you back!

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  5. Jake VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Bad service and meat was poor quality. Everything was charcoal grilled which was not good. Waiter upsells.
    Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San FranciscoResponded on June 12, 2025
    Jake, we're sorry to hear that your experience with our service and food did not meet your expectations. Your comments about the quality of the meat and the grilling style are noted as they help us understand how we can improve. We also take note of your experience with our staff and will keep it in mind moving forward.

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  6. Thomas

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were looking for a place near the Sydney Goldstein Theater and decided to go to Espetus. We have been to the one in San Mateo. The San Francisco location was excellent. All the waitstaff was friendly and attentive. We chose the prix fixe menu so we could try all the delicious selections. Everything tasted wonderful. One should never leave here hungry, and we probably ate more than our fill. It was a good thing we needed to walk several blocks to the theater to burn off a couple of calories.
    Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San FranciscoResponded on May 19, 2025
    Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It's great that you had the opportunity to visit our San Mateo location as well, and we're delighted that both visits met your expectations. We hope the walk to the Sydney Goldstein Theater added to your enjoyable evening.

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  7. Adrian

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious! Come here for special Occasion or when there is a promo because it’s very pricey.
    Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San FranciscoResponded on May 19, 2025
    Thank you, Adrian. We strive to provide a memorable dining experience, especially for special occasions, and we're glad you found the food delicious. Your feedback on pricing is appreciated, and we're always looking for ways to enhance the value we offer our guests.

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  8. Liliam

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebramos el cumpleaños de mi hermana y si vinieron a cantarle y tuvieron el detalle lindo con ella....mil gracias!!!
    Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San FranciscoResponded on May 9, 2025
    Nos alegra mucho saber que eligieron Espetus Churrascaria para celebrar el cumpleaños de tu hermana y que disfrutaron del momento especial. Agradecemos tus amables palabras y esperamos que hayan tenido una experiencia memorable con nosotros. ¡Gracias por compartir tu experiencia!

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  9. Mari

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very kind staff that helped accommodate my 20 guest gathering. Food was delicious

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  10. George VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, food, and attentiveness of the staff --
    Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San FranciscoResponded on April 30, 2025
    Thank you, George, for sharing your positive experience with us. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the service, food, and the attentiveness of our staff. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San Francisco is rated 4.7 stars by 1731 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. San Francisco Bay Area
  4. San Francisco
  5. Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Espetus Brazilian Steakhouse - San Francisco

1686 Market St, 0, San Francisco, CA 94102-5949

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Gough St.
  • Neighborhood
    Civic Center / Hayes Valley / Van Ness
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Brazilian Steakhouse, Brazilian, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Please note we do not validate any of these parking lots. We recommend that you check their hours and rates and use them at your own discretion. <br />California Parking Inc. - 1 Franklin St., San Francisco, CA 94102 P 415-468-4860<br />Ampco System Parking - 1650 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94103 P 415-255-8601<br />Star Park - 1540 Market St., San Francisco, CA 94102 P 415-503-0050<br /><br /><br /><br />
  • Public transit
    The nearest Muni Metro stations are Church Station and Van Ness Station, both within walking distance. Additionally, several Muni bus lines, including the 6 Haight/Parnassus, 7 Haight/Noriega, 9 San Bruno, and 9R San Bruno Rapid, have stops along Market Street near Espetus. For regional transit, the Civic Center BART Station is also nearby, providing access to broader Bay Area destinations. For detailed route and schedule information, you can visit the SFMTA Routes & Stops page.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Fernando Teles
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For information, please get in touch with Ilana Teles at ilana@espetus.com or call 415-552-8792.
  • Private party facilities
    Espetus is the perfect venue for any occasion, from intimate gatherings to large corporate events. For group reservations of 20+ guests, submit an inquiry at https://espetus.com/group-dining/, and our events team will respond within one business day.
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