Best Brazilian restaurants in Abu Dhabi
Brazil is known around the world for its colourful carnivals, massive rainforests, gorgeous beaches and delicious culinary delights. And did you know you can try that fabulous Brazilian cuisine right here in the capital emirate? Delve into dishes bursting with unique flavours and textures at these popular Brazilian restaurants in Abu Dhabi. The cuisine will be a delight for meat buffs thanks to an array of juicy churrascaria served right off the grill!
BRAZILIAN RESTAURANTS IN ABU DHABI
Brazilian food mixes tantalising flavours ensuring a feast for your tastebuds. Apart from the staple churrasco, the cuisine is also characterised by European, Asian, Amerindian and African influences.
On that note, here’s our roundup of the best places to try authentic Brazilian cuisine in Abu Dhabi.
OLA BRASIL
We start our list of Brazilian restaurants in Abu Dhabi with OLA Brasil, a hidden gem nestled at Al Ghazal Golf Club. This stunning restaurant boasts chic indoor decor and a welcoming outdoor dining area.
OLA Brasil is suitable for families as well as an intimate dinner date for couples at AED 99 per person. Another highlight is an exquisite business lunch with baked lobster for AED 64 per diner.
For the best experience, customers often recommend the Churassco – accompanied by a sumptuous salad bar and a variety of tasty beverages.
An example is the OLA Brasil Unlimited Barbecue deal. This comprises access to 15 different cuts of meat, an international buffet and tempting desserts. The meat cuts include Wagyu beef and Black Angus Brisket.
- Location: Al Ghazal Golf Club, Masdar City
- Timings: Weekday lunch 12:00 pm – 03:00 pm | Weekday dinner 06:00 pm -10:30 pm | 12:00 pm to 12:00 am (Weekend) | 12:00 pm to 02:00 am (Shisha house)
- Average cost for two: AED 190
- Contact: +971-55-519-0066 | +971-2-505-3323
TEXAS DE BRAZIL
Another top pick is Texas De Brazil, a family-owned restaurant chain with branches across the world. It is a popular churrascaria (steakhouse) and one of the best buffet restaurants in Abu Dhabi.
This Brazilian restaurant in Abu Dhabi offers an exquisite buffet spread with prime meat cuts and dishes.
Tantalise your taste buds with tangy chicken, lamb, beef and prawns cooked in churrasco style. Aside from this Texas de Brazil’s signature garlic-marinated picanha gets rave reviews from diners.
Don’t forget to sink your teeth into scrumptious and juicy grilled meats with fresh salads when you’re at this Brazilian churrascaria in Abu Dhabi.
- Location: Ground floor, Yas Mall, Yas Island
- Timings: Lunch 11:30 am – 05:00 pm | Dinner 05:00 pm onwards
- Average cost for two: AED 465 (a la carte)
- Lunch: AED 156 for meat cuts with salad bar | AED 80 for salad area only
- Dinner: AED 195 per person for meat cuts with salad bar | AED 110 for salad area only
- Contact: +971-2-563-1424
CHAMAS CHURRASCARIA & BAR
This is among the popular restaurants at InterContinental and is also a top spot for authentic Brazilian food in Abu Dhabi. Brazilian cut beef grilled to perfection and served with butter (piacanha na brasa) and white fish stew (moqueca de pixue) are the main highlights on the Chamas Abu Dhabi menu.
The churrasco style grills at Chamas are what dreams are made of — with premium beef from South America, Argentina, Australia, USA, Canada and Europe. Diners can enjoy grass-fed Wagyu, Black Angus veal and other premium cuts as well.
- Location: InterContinental Abu Dhabi, King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street
- Timings: Tuesday to Friday 06:00 pm to 11:00 pm | Saturday 12:30 pm to 04:00 pm (Duo Brunch), 06:30 pm to 11:00 pm
- Average cost:
- Rodizio (Food only): AED 325 per person
- Package A – Including non-alcoholic beverages: AED 385 per person
- Package B – Including alcoholic beverages: AED 485 per person
- Kids Package (Food only): AED175 (for kids aged between 7 to 12 years old)
- All packages will be included an assisted buffet service for salads, soups, desserts and cheese.
- Contact: +971-2-666-6888 | +971-56-680-2161
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE MOST POPULAR PLACES TO DINE IN ABU DHABI?
You’ll find numerous eateries from around the world in the capital. From budget-friendly street food vendors to fine dining concepts, the restaurants in Abu Dhabi have something for everyone. Some of the best restaurants worth visit are Zuma, Hakkasan, Villa Toscana, The Terrace on the Corniche, Tamba and BOA Steakhouse.
WHAT ARE THE BEST FINE DINING RESTAURANTS IN ABU DHABI?
If you’re on the lookout for fine dining restaurants in Abu Dhabi, there’s plenty to choose from. Circo, Mezlai, Ushna, Zuma and Tamba are some of the frequently visited eateries in the emirate.
This brings us to the end of our roundup of the best Brazilian restaurants in Abu Dhabi. For more cuisines from around the world try some of the top French restaurants in Abu Dhabi.
For those who prefer Arabic and Middle Eastern food, the Lebanese restaurants in Abu Dhabi won’t disappoint. Alternatively, the popular steak houses in Abu Dhabi are perfect alternatives to churassco.
