Texas de Brazil

I wanted to like this restaurant, but I didn't. There is another Brazilian steakhouse a few minutes away and they have much better options for a similar price. I am basically doing a comparison between them. To start with, the manager was nice and walked me through the buffet, but there were several options I couldn't have and they were right next to items that I could have. They had things like bread and croutons on a top level, so they all dribbled down onto the other food. Typical of a Brazilian steakhouse, they had mashed potatoes, fried bananas, and pao de quejo (Brazilian cheese bread) unlimited at the table. HOWEVER, the mashed potatoes were NOT gluten free and that confused me as mashed potatoes are very easy to make GF. The fried bananas also were not GF. We were only brought 3 cheesy bread pieces to begin with and had to flag our server down after 30 minutes to get more. Our server seemed to be managing the bar area as well, so our service was just ok. The beef was fatty and the chicken and pork were dry. The ribs were decent along with the filet, but it was definitely low quality meat. I just wasn't impressed and doubt I will be back.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Poor

Absolutely wonderful experience!! I told the waitress I had celiac disease and she promptly brought a manager over. He walked me through the buffet area and clearly explained what I could and could not eat, including the meats. He also explained their preparation practices and answered all of our questions. I was thrilled to eat cheese bread at the table - how often do we get to partake in a bread basket?! Everything was delicious and I had so many great options to eat. This was our first time there and we were so impressed. Will definitely return!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Service from our waitress was subpar. But everyone else was on target. The GM actually walked me around the salad bar and told what was safe and wasn't, along with the meats. The GM also told me that they have dedicated work spaces and work utensils, etc and are very aware of cross contamination.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for dinner
• Reservations recommended

Really great service and the staff was very aware of gluten. All the meats with gluten were cooked away from everything else. The buffet had gluten-free options. The table bread was even gluten free

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Phenomenal food. Knowledgeable staff and management willing to walk you through what is safe.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I was very impressed by the knowledge of the staff as to what on the salad bar was safe and what wasn’t. The manager took my daughter and I around to go over ever item. All but 1 of the meats are gluten free.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

This restaurant was such a delightful surprise! All meats gluten free and the salad bar was phenomenal. Salad dressings gluten free. Manager walked me through gluten containing items. Mashed potatoes were not gluten free but bread and bananas were. Even had 3 gluten free desserts.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent food- excellent service. My wife is very sensitive and we both enjoy eating here.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The waiter was knowledgeable and sent the chef out to speak with us. He had a list of allergens and took us on a personal tour of the salad bar. All of the meats are gf and were delicious(which, let's be honest, is why you go here!). Also awesome to actually be able to eat the complimentary bread!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The chef came out and explained everything!! We had tons of options and the delicious cheesy bread was GF!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I told the servers that I have celiac, they neglected to tell me the mashed potatoes have flour in them. When I told the manager what happened, he only took $20 off the bill

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Such a great and wonderful experience! Most all of the menu is gluten free and what little isn't, you would never miss with all the options they have.

The salad bar is amazing with salad, charcuterie, shrimp, salmon, potato salad, asparagus and much more!

All the meats are gf, and they were all so delicious!

Definitely a GO-TO choice!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Do Not gluten free metal

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

One of my more disappointing experiences at a Texas de Brazil. The meat (which I asked for as rare to medium rare) kept coming out medium well. Then, I finally got something the correct doneness, only to find out it wasn't gluten free. My waiter was informed of my allergy, but he didn't tell the manager, so I wasn't warned one of their steaks is not GF. Where I normally go, in another state, has said all the hot meats are GF.

I was unimpressed with how the lack of information was handled also.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

My mom has been several times and had not had a gluten reaction.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent