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Ipanema Brazilian Steak House
- Hours:
Mon-Thu 11 am - 9 pm
Fri 11 am - 10 pm
Sat 5 pm - 10 pm
Sun 5 pm - 9 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Price Range:
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$$$
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take-out:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Quiet
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
16 reviews for Ipanema Brazilian Steak House
16 reviews in English
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Review from Ken G.
Gainesville, FL
11/6/2011
The salad bar was ok, but much better than that of Texas de Brazil. All kinds of steak are tasty, and seasoned well (but I have to say that Texase de Brazil has better quality of the meat.) The best thing is that they serve cinnamon pineapple. Whenever, I feel that I have too much meat, one sliced pineapple will refresh my stomach and I can eat more meat. How cool is that!!!! (I wish TdB served cinnamon pineapple too.) The atmosphere is fantastic. I love it. The service was very friendly and nice. Please don't try side dishes. They are dry, and they will fill you up. By the way, don't go there for lunch. It is cheaper, but one one kind of steak is served. Don't try chicken and pork, because they are dry. (Chicken and pork are dry in TdB too. No idea why both restaurants cannot serve tasty chicken and pork). If people ask me to choose one between ipanema and TdB. I will go with ipanema. That's how much I love Ipanema.
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Review from Josh S.
High Springs, FL
5/16/2011
Naturally, I'm going to do a direct comparison of Ipanema to Texas de Brazil since many people who read this will probably be able to relate to TdB the easiest, and it's the only other Churrascaria I've been to.
Ipanema has a fantastic atmosphere, and particularly great for Ocala since the drive through the area is less than beautiful. The meats are all great except for the lamb. In their defense, I feel that the lamb was probably cooked properly and I'm just not a fan of it, as I've tried it before and didn't like it then either.
I actually prefer Ipanema's salad bar to TdB, and I like that meals are slightly cheaper as well. They frequently have percentage off Facebook discounts if you become a fan. Would return more often if not for the hefty drive from Gainesville, but will return eventually regardless. -
Review from Blue M.
Hershey, PA
4/30/2011
Been here a few times and been to TdB a few times. I think here is way better in ambiance, service and food. Ipanema seems to bring a better overall quality experience to the meal as compared to TdB. To me TdB is just another chain restaurant that has lost the ability to add the quality to my meal, they just seem to concentrate on quantity.
There are little "touches" here and there that Ipanema does that makes my dinning experience outstanding. -
Review from Anita L.
8/8/2010
Went here for lunch, which is much cheaper at 15.95 a head. Service was good, had no trouble flagging down the gauchos, but I was not that impressed with the meats. Pork tenderloin was insanely salty and overcooked. We thought it was maybe it was that one skewer but the new batch tasted the same. The parmesan chicken was actually good, not dried at all and seasoned well, but I don't go to a Brazilian steakhouse for chicken. The sausage was good, super snappy and salty. Good addition to rice and beans. The steak was by far the star, medium rare and seasoned perfectly and sizzling on the skewer. Unfortunately that was the only beef option offered during lunch.
Salad bar was impressive, and everyone was satisfied with the desserts (we had the flan and turtle cheesecake). Don't waste your money on lunch; just save it and go to dinner. -
Review from Faby P.
11/20/2010
Went here while visiting family in Ocala. Pretty cute place, decent food. The decor inside is actually very nice.
The food was good. I especially liked the sides: their sweet potato mash is probably one of the best I have ever had. It had chunks of pecans and lots of marshmallows. Their mashed potatoes and Brazilian potato salad were awesome too (yeah, I like potatoes.) The meats were ok... most were very very salty! I saw the cook salting the meat and the guy was very generous w/ it. I enjoyed the fliet mignon wrapped in bacon, as well as the churrasco. They have a decent wine selection. Their flan was pretty good too, very rich and creamy.
I have been on a serious diet/health kick for about 9 weeks and I must say the only thing worth breaking my diet for was the sweet potato mash. Everything else was just OK. -
Review from Tina M.
Silver Spring, MD
8/25/2010
Went here for a business dinner as it seemed like the nicest place in town. The decor was neat and cozy, with enough space for large groups. The waitress was nice, but didn't tell us how the restaurant worked or that we could go to the salad bar and get food, so we just sat there for awhile feeling confused. Also, they told us there were 12 different cuts of meat, but that didn't seem to be the case.
The food was pretty good, but some of the cuts of meat were far saltier for my tastes (or some of my colleagues). The salad bar was okay as well - had a lot of variety (some of which seemed out of place, but still good).
The drink menu was great - I highly recommend the "sweet passion" - tastes just like oranges but not as sweet/bitter as orange juice. I had 3! Also heard great things about the pomegranate martini. -
Review from Belen C.
Durham, NC
11/25/2010 3 Check-ins Here
I've been here a couple times for dinner and they both have been great. The selection of meats is very good (not excellent, however, as compared to Texas de Brazil for example) . My personal favorite is the picanha steak & my least favorite is the lamb as it is prepared in some sort of mint marinade... not really my thing! The waiters are attentive and the service is impressive.
The salad bar is great, but who goes to a steakhouse for the salad bar? The Brazilian pão de queijo (cheese bread) is so good that we asked for some more and they gave us some in a to-go container when we left.
They have a full list of wines and drinks available including domestic and imported beers, but even though they have a full page dedicated to beers their selection was sub-par and I wish they had draught beers.
After you're done eating the meats they bring around a pineapple covered in cinnamon sugar... I was skeptical at first but after I tried it I couldn't stop eating it. It's sooo good! (And apparently it's good for digestion too).
Look out for specials on facebook, we made a reservation through it and in the end got a 20% discount.
Another note: my boyfriend is Brazilian and he likes it here, so that should say something ;) -
Review from Bill S.
12/9/2007
A fantastic Brazilian Steakhouse! All the meats were very tender and juicy. I felt there wasn't quite as much of a variety of meats offered compared to some the Brazilian steakhouses I've been to in Atlanta, but what I did have was very good, and for $34.95 its definitely cheaper!
Also, the "salad bar" (for lack of a better term) is stocked with all kinds of delicious vegetables, meats and cheeses far above and beyond what you expect when you hear "salad bar". If for some reason you are a vegetarian and you find yourself here, you will not be disappointed.
This is a definite must-visit place in Ocala. -
Review from Kristi W.
Chicago, IL
6/1/2009
Worst customer service. I asked for a piece of meat well done. The meat the server brought around had blood practically dripping off of it. I showed him and he said "that is well done". I asked to have it sent to the grill and he ignored me. My husband ended up getting the manager.
One waitress took our plates and said she was bring us new ones. She never returned and they started coming around with the meat we didn't have plates.
The food itself is pretty good but I wouldn't eat there again. We had a party of 20+ and spent $1500 and the service ruined it. -
Review from Daniel S.
Gainesville, FL
5/13/2009
Amazing food ! If you want good steak come here.
Great salad bar (not your average salad bar) they have smoked salmon, shrimp, great dressings, cheeses, different salads, etc.
The desserts are great !
Definitely try this place. -
Review from Raul P.
Ocala, FL
4/5/2011
Not the best of Brazilian Steak houses but definitely one of the best restaurant's in Ocala.. Attentive waiters eat till you burst.. Meats are brought to the table constantly and the buffet style side item are good. Yes a overall great place to go but Pricey
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Review from Humberto G.
Ocala, FL
6/10/2008
Meats of all kinds, from juicy to even dry. The seating was very fancy with the ostrich leather chairs. The salad buffet bar made it seem out of place. I had to wait very long time to even try out some of the meats. Most of the guest had to stop them and ask "ooh what kind of meat is that?" slowed every waiter down. Price is out of reach for frequent visits, and for that price they need to get up and get me my salad and rice.
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Review from Christie B.
Park City, UT
4/11/2008 3 photos
Okay, so I did not eat here, but the Bar is beautiful. Ryan, from Baltimore, my Bartender Extraordinaire, was FABULOUS. I don't know why there weren't more people having cocktails at this beautiful place. I was transported out of Ocala for at least an hour and a half. Thank you for my brief escape from reality.
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Review from Clyde H.
Altamonte Springs, FL
9/5/2010
Me and my wife went to this place to celebrate her getting a better job. The meat was excellent and the roasted pineapple was incredible! The salad bar is ok but the drinks have some kick. Very pricey our meal was 100 bucks and we only had 1 drink but well worth it.
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Review from H W.
Ocala, FL
7/11/2010
Neat place to eat for something different. Expect to eat a lot! The salad bar is excellent. The steak is pretty good. And the cinnamon banana is the best! Great place for a special occasion or group gathering. Make reservations.
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Review from Barbara V.
Ocala, FL
5/21/2009
Although I do not eat steak, pork or chicken I did eat there when I did. Food is always good. Drinks are amazing. Now I eat the salad bar which I don't usually do at any restaurant however there's is great and have huge shrimp and hot rice and black beans and am quite satisfied without eating all that meat. I love the ambiance. I think they have added some appetizers in the bar area for those that do want a hugh meal. This one is here to stay.
