Rate Fogo de Chao
Our Tradition
A Rich Heritage of the Churrasco
The founders of Fogo de Chão grew up on a traditional Southern Brazilian farm in the Serra Gaucha. It is here that they learned to cook in the churrasco grilling tradition that would become the backbone of our story.
The founding brothers left the quaint, mountainous countryside of Rio Grande do Sul to Rio and São Paulo for formal churrasqueiro training, all while developing the Fogo concept.
This first restaurant, built of a wood structure and nestled in the countryside of Porto Alegre, grew out of an obsessive dedication to quality, investments in the art and culture of the city and a respect for the heritage of the founders’ families.
After gaining a reputation among politicians, businessmen and celebrities who flocked from all over Brazil to taste the experience, Fogo opened its second restaurant in São Paulo.
At the requests of loyal American guests, the Fogo concept was exported to the U.S. with a stateside debut in Dallas, Texas.
Between 1997 and 2013, this pioneering churrascaria continued its expansion in Brazil and the U.S. opening 29 new restaurants.
Just before Christmas 2013, Fogo opened a three story, 16,000 square foot flagship location in New York City. The stunning architectural design includes a seventeen foot bas-relief sculpture of Antonio Caringi’s, O Laçador, a historical monument in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
The culinary team has continued the tradition of developing new menu creations rooted in the Brazilian tradition that push forward the Brazilian churrasco experience. In 2013, new seafood dishes were introduced. Later that year, the Bar Fogo concept emerged within Fogo restaurants, introducing guests to new Brazilian-inspired small plates, award-winning wines and cocktails.
Spreading Our Culture
Thanks to years of hard work and staying committed to excellence, the Fogo de Chão team has opened locations in several major Brazilian and U.S, cities, but the journey is not quite finished. Fogo continues to introduce new flavors and experiences to audiences across the globe.
About this location:
Hours
Holiday Hours
Thanksgiving 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Christmas Eve 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Christmas Day 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
New Year's Eve 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM
New Year's Day 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Brunch
SAT – SUN 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Lunch
MON-FRI 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Dinner
MON-TUE 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
WED-FRI 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
SAT 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
SUN 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Overview
Our first restaurant in Oregon is located in the heart of Downtown Portland. We are in the historic Public Services Building steps from some of the area’s best entertainment venues and retail shops, and only a short walk to Pioneer Square. The restaurant showcases a beautiful dining room with seating for 250 guests, several private and semi-private dining areas and lively bar.
Parking Information
Valet parking is available during dinner hours for $8.00. Also available, is self-parking for $5.00 per hour and street parking on a first come first serve basis.
Own or work here?
Nearby Businesses
