The rich tradition of churrasco
Our Story
The Tradition
The story behind the flavors
The founders of Fogo de Chão grew up on a traditional farm in the Serra Gaúcha of southern Brazil. It was here that they learned to cook in the churrasco tradition that would become the backbone of our story.
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Rio Grande do Sul
The training
The founding brothers left the picturesque mountain countryside of Rio Grande do Sul for Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo to receive formal churrasqueiro training while the Fogo concept took shape.
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1979
Porto Alegre
The first restaurant, built as a wooden structure nestled in the countryside of Porto Alegre, grew out of an obsession with quality, an investment in the city's art and culture, and respect for the founding families' heritage.
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São Paulo
The second restaurant
After earning a reputation among politicians, business leaders and celebrities who came from all over Brazil to try the experience, Fogo opened its second restaurant in São Paulo.
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1997
Dallas, Texas
At the request of loyal American guests, the Fogo concept was brought to the United States, debuting in Dallas, Texas.
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1997–2013
Growth
Expansion continued in Brazil and the United States, with 29 new restaurants.
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2013
New York
Just before Christmas 2013, Fogo opened a three-story flagship location in New York. Its design includes a bas-relief sculpture of O Laçador by Antonio Caringi, a historic monument of Porto Alegre, Brazil.
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2013
New flavors
The culinary team has continued to develop new creations rooted in Brazilian tradition. In 2013, new seafood dishes were introduced, and that same year the Bar Fogo concept was born, with Brazilian-inspired dishes, award-winning wines and cocktails.
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Mexico
Fogo de Chão Mexico
[PENDING: opening year and first location in Mexico.]
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Today
Sharing our culture
Thanks to years of hard work and a commitment to excellence, the Fogo de Chão team has opened locations in several major cities, but the journey is not over. Fogo continues to bring new flavors and experiences to audiences around the world.
Discover the tradition that inspired Fogo de Chão
The Gaucho Way
