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Fogo de Chao - San Diego, San Diego, CA

Fogo de Chao - San Diego

4.1 (4020)
$30 and under
Brazilian
668 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 91 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Brazilian, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • 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 400 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Our Sales Manager: (619) 208-8125
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    G Street and 6th Avenue
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available during lunch hours Monday through Friday for $15.00, Saturday & Sunday Brunch for $18.00, and Dinner all days of the week for $18. Limited metered parking is located in the Gaslamp Quarter. Also available are paid parking lots and garages around the area (fees vary).
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • DAOU Wine Dinner

    $109.00 per person

    Aug 14, 2025 only
    Join us for a four-course curated dinner experience featuring premium wines from DAOU Vineyards and Winery. Discover the refreshing DAOU Rosé, along with expressive reds like DAOU Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, The Pessimist, and DAOU Reserve Seventeen Forty — all perfectly paired with decadent cuts of Wagyu Porterhouse, Lamb Chops, and more.
    DAOU Wine Dinner Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • All-Day Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Mon - Thu - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM,Sat - 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    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, in-house ground $10 Picanha Burger, available every day from opening to close.

    All-Day Happy Hour Photo
  • Brazilian Surf & Turf

    Jul 16, 2025 - Nov 3, 2025
    Sun - 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Mon - Thu - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM,Sat - 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    For a limited time only, choose between Butter-Bathed™ Lobster Tail or All Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, paired with our most popular fire-roasted cuts, seasonal Market Table, authentic sides, and more — all for $59. Prices vary at $64 in select locations.

    Brazilian Surf & Turf Photo

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What 4,020 people are saying

Fogo de Chao - San Diego reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Fogo de Chão in San Diego offers a mixed dining experience, with highlights including an "amazing experience" at special events and "great food and service." However, some diners report inconsistent service and availability issues with menu items. Despite these challenges, the "ambiance is perfect" and the "staff is excellent."
4,020 Reviews
  1. paul

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good for large group. The staff was considerate and responsive
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded 1 day ago
    Paul, we're glad to hear that our team was considerate and responsive during your visit, especially when dining with a large group. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope to serve you again soon!

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  2. Alan VIP

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Made a reservation several days in advance for the Brazilian Surf & Turf special, adding it into the comment section of my reservation, as requested by the restaurant. I got seated and ordered it. After I had gotten some of the salad items from the market table, the waiter came over and told me they were out of both the lobster tail and the crabcake. Very bad form to run a special and seat a customer, then have them get started eating before telling them that what they came for was not available. 🙁
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded 6 days ago
    Alan, we're sorry to hear about your experience during your recent visit. Our team aims to provide transparency and fulfill our guests' expectations, and it's concerning that this wasn't the case for you. Please reach out through our website contact form so we can address your concerns directly. Thank you.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Ann

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on July 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We were really looking forward to dining here, but unfortunately, the experience fell short. After checking in, we waited quite a while before our server even greeted us and brought water. Throughout the meal, the service was inconsistent and frustrating. The side dishes—bread, mashed potatoes, and others—didn’t arrive until near the end of our dinner, which was very disappointing. During the meal, our server was nowhere to be found. We repeatedly asked the staff serving the meat to refill our water, and while they kept promising to do so, it never happened. The server only returned toward the end of our visit. As for the food, the quality of the meat was poor—tough, overly salty, and clearly not premium cuts. It felt like the seasoning was used to mask the lack of flavor and quality. If you're considering dining at Fogo de Chão, especially the San Diego location, I’d strongly recommend looking elsewhere. The service and food quality were well below expectations and not worth the price.
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded 4 days ago
    Ann, we're disappointed to hear that your visit didn't meet our usual standards of service and quality. Our team aims for exceptional hospitality and high-quality cuts, so this feedback is important. We would like to address your concerns and invite you to contact us via our website. Thank you.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Josie

    San Diego2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on July 21, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We LOVE fogo!!! We were so excited but it was so disappointing with the service tonight. We only got offered a few good meats and it was about 20 minutes between rounds of food. We also never got offered the pineapple or cheese. We are bummed, but we know it can be better next time!
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded 7 days ago
    Josie, thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. We're disappointed to hear that the service didn't meet your expectations this time, especially regarding the variety and timing of our cuts. Our team aims to make improvements. Please reach out via our website contact form, as we'd appreciate the opportunity to discuss your experience further. Thank you.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Gary

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. The staff exceptional!! They have such a selection of everything. It’s a wonderful experience!! I will definitely go again!!
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded on July 21, 2025
    Gary, it's fantastic to know you enjoyed our exceptional service and selection. We're looking forward to welcoming you back for another amazing experience! Don't forget to join Fogo Rewards to enjoy exclusive benefits and rewards on your future visits.

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  6. Ken

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    1.0

    Dined on July 18, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We splurged on the $88 per person meals and it was NOT worth it. For starters, the service was really bad. The server could not explain menu items such as the “Truffle Butter” and twice offered menu items that were unavailable. They were very slow to bring ordered drinks and the meat carvers were unfriendly and very often missed our table. The meats were overly greasy and the crab cakes tasted bad. Lastly, the menu picture of the “Chocolate Lava Cake” looks nothing like the reheated sponge cake that was delivered to our table. Overall, we wasted over $500 on a lousy meal and poor service. Avoid this restaurant, it is NOT worth it.
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded 7 days ago
    Ken, we're sorry to hear your visit did not meet expectations. We aim to offer warm hospitality and quality offerings, and it's clear we missed the mark. Our team would like to resolve this for you. Please reach out via our website contact form, allowing us to address your experience and work toward a better one. Thank you.

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  7. Vanessa VIP

    San Diego11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Surf and Turf Cocktail Party was amazing! We had great drinks and excellent bar bites, that keep coming all night long. The ambiance is perfect and the service phenomenal, someone is always ready to help you. They also have raffles at the end of each event. We always have a great time! You should make a reservation for the next experience to try, won’t regret it.
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded on July 21, 2025
    Thank you, Vanessa! It's wonderful to hear about your fantastic experience at our Surf and Turf Cocktail Party. We're delighted you enjoyed the drinks, bar bites, and exceptional service. We look forward to your next visit for even more memorable occasions.

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  8. Jose A

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent place to eat and enjoy the all different taste of delicious food, the servers are amazing and very professional.
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded on July 14, 2025
    We're grateful for your fantastic feedback, Jose. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed the diverse flavors and appreciated the professionalism of our team. We look forward to your next visit!

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  9. Robert VIP

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We dined right after a Padres game so a bit more hectic than usual Very attentive service. The meats and chicken were very good although a couple of the meat offerings were a tad fatty or chewy…..Would have given five stars except for this. Salad bar is great. Excellent capirhinia (sp?) drink.
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded on July 14, 2025
    Great to hear about your experience with us after the Padres game, Robert. We're happy you enjoyed the attentive service and our cuts, even though a few weren't perfect. It's wonderful to know you loved our Market Table and the caipirinha. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Esmeralda

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entire team works well. The service is outstanding. We are regulars and really enjoy the food and service. My son turned 11 and requested we have dinner there to celebrate! Paul and Julian really made it especial for our family. We highly recommend this restaurant, it’s kid friendly! Thank you
    Fogo de Chao - San DiegoResponded on July 13, 2025
    Esmeralda, thank you for sharing your wonderful experience. We're delighted to hear your son's birthday celebration was special. As regular guests, you might enjoy Fogo Rewards for exclusive benefits. Looking forward to your next visit!

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FAQs

Fogo de Chao - San Diego offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 338-0500.

Fogo de Chao - San Diego is rated 4.1 stars by 4020 OpenTable diners.

Fogo de Chao - San Diego does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 91 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Fogo de Chao - San Diego

668 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    G Street and 6th Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Brazilian, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking is available during lunch hours Monday through Friday for $15.00, Saturday & Sunday Brunch for $18.00, and Dinner all days of the week for $18. Limited metered parking is located in the Gaslamp Quarter. Also available are paid parking lots and garages around the area (fees vary).
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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 400 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Our Sales Manager: (619) 208-8125
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