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Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
A dizzying array of sizzling, fire-roasted meats, ranging from Picanha (Brazilian beef sirloin) and tender pork loin, to savory sausages, chicken and lamb, are skewered, slowly roasted over an open flame and then expertly carved right at your table. And as if that wasn’t enough, the mouthwatering churrascaria feast won’t stop until you say so! We pair our succulent meats with an extensive buffet featuring salads, and freshly prepared hot and cold side dishes. Churrascaria roughly translates from the Portuguese word for barbecue, and is a centuries old culinary tradition. At Samba, we honor the traditional rodi ⁄zio feast, while infusing it with new and unexpected tastes inspired by the pulse and energy of Brazilian culture. From the moment you walk into Samba, you know for sure this isn't your average Brazilian steakhouse!
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92 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 92 reviews
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(33)
3 stars
(20)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(50)
- special occasion(42)
- hot spot(29)
- great for outdoor dining(26)
- fit for foodies(23)
- romantic(23)
Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge Reviews List
Review 1 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best of the Brazillian BBQ joints
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been to 5 different Brazillian Steakouses/BBQ resturants in CA andone in Utah, this was by far the best of the best. The only thing the others had was a stage for their dancers to dance before grabbing the patrons to join them. Its just funny watching these beautiful girls give us a taste of Carnival in front of the salad bar. But they were talented and beautiful so if you can ignore the backdrop you will stop laughing and just have fun."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 2 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bday at Samba
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went to Samba for my bday dinner and most guests had never been before and they loved it! The atmosphere is upscale laid back and quiet (unless of course the girls are dancing then the drums take over). You get your money's worth. Shy people beware the dancers do pull diners up to dance. I really enjoyed my bday dinner and the cheesecake was yummy (I normally don't like cheesecake)."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 3 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dinner and Dancing!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food - Outstanding service - good value.
A great time for 2 or a group.
Loved the dancers!"
A great time for 2 or a group.
Loved the dancers!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Do it again!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Server was great and food was delicious!!!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 5 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food is good but not worth
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food is good but not worth the price."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
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Review 6 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food...dancers were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food...dancers were awesome... great atmosphere. Glad I chose this spot to celebrate my birthday. Impeccable service!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 7 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This place was amazing! The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This place was amazing! The food never stopped coming and everything was top notch. We definitely plan on visiting this place again."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 8 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Just OK.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Having never had Brazilian BBQ before, a friend and I were anxious to try out Samba. Upon walking into the restaurant and taking a glance into the main room, it looked like a happening place. Good ambiance and energy, with fair amount of activity (not hectic however) with waiters walking around with their "portable carving stations." My friend and I, however, were seated on the second floor, which had a completely different feel. It seemed like we were being seated in "the back room." The food was just OK. A majority of the meat selections were very tasty, however the buffet dishes were all cold and tasteless, as well as unlabeled (unlike at the downstairs buffet). I will say that the service was probably the best part."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 9 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was absolutely delicious!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was absolutely delicious! Great service too! I will definitely come back."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot
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Review 10 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great first time experience!!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was my first time at Samba! Food was excellent. Our
Waitress was very attentive and friendly. Defenetly
going back again."
Waitress was very attentive and friendly. Defenetly
going back again."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 11 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Dissapointed. Won't be going back.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"Definitely expected more out of this place as we went for my moms bday. We had reservations set already for 6 people at 8:30pm. Long story short we ended up waiting about 20 minutes to be seated, throughout that time no apology for the delay or anything from the 2 hostesses. Now for the food, all but one of us ordered the all you can eat, the majority of the meats were rare, my mother ordered a fish dinner (took about 15 minutes, no problem) and was brought the wrong thing and had to wait another 15 minutes for her correct order. Nothing special about this place maybe besides the 2 dancers that my son loved. The waiter we had was the only friendly person that made it somewhat enjoyable. Oh they did bring my mom a cheesecake for her bday."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
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Review 12 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We came to celebrate my friend
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We came to celebrate my friend Kim's Birthday and she had a great time dancing with the dancers...We all had a good time."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 13 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went on a Groupon and with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went on a Groupon and with all of the reviews I had read, it left me with mixed feelings. We arrived around 6:45 on a Monday night. The hostess was friendly and the restaurant wasn't very busy,yet! (About 50 people arrived as we were leaving) Our server Kelly was very energetic and friendly. She told us to help ourselves to the salad bar and then she explained the process of the gauchos coming by with the skewers of meat. The gauchos came by quite often and the meat was very good. The two Samba girls came out and they were very enthusiastic. Overall we had a very enjoyable dining experience and I would recommend this restaurant to family & friends."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 14 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lot the Got Meat logo!! Superb service, great food and fabulous show!! My favorite meat served is the Picanha and Rib Eye. 10+"
Dined on 03/27/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Fun but can be difficult to
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fun but can be difficult to get service at times."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 16 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Samba was great! I went for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Samba was great! I went for my birthday and got free champagne and dessert! The food is amazing!"
Dined on 03/17/2013
2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 17 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I heard so many good things
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I heard so many good things about this place and it didnt disappoint!! Right as we walked in the Samba dancers were dancing with kids and everything was good. Very energetic for such a small place and service was good. One note that one of the meat servers did have an attitude and wasn't really polite. When the others have smiles and he has no facial expression and I asked one of them what kind of meat was the one he presented, he didnt know much about it. It would be important to know the meats if you're working in a place like this but that's is my opinion. Other than that drink were good meat was very delightful and the evniornment was energetic. I hope to come back soon with more friends and family!!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 18 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fun, classy, delicious food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Fun, classy, delicious food and yummy drinks."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 19 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun, loud, good overall.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food. Good service. Very loud so don't expect to have a conversation with your dinner mates unless you shout."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 20 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lots of Premium Cuts, No Attitude
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A churrascaria is all about the meat, and lots of it. This was an unusually good experience at one of these houses of gluttony. No one in my family had a single piece of overcooked or tough meat, I believe a first in one of these places; not even the chicken. It was relatively early and busy, so it looked like all the skewers going out were being fully served, so nothing was going back to sit and overcook on the grill. Lots of pink. I was surprised to see prime rib, lamb, and fish in addition to the expected steaks and sausages. A common complaint at churrascarias is that you don't see the premium cuts more than once; we saw the trademark picanha 3 times. Mostly friendly and talkative servers, and a fun location in CityWalk."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 21 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I enjoyed my night out. I
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I enjoyed my night out. I would prefer to go during the week. It took longer for the servers to come around and it seems as though most of the meat was medium rare. I didn't really get to enjoy it because my inner werewolf was not awake. But as usual, the staff was very friendly and accommodating. I would still go back just during a less busy time."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 22 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Grat food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great, although when dining, definitely bring your appetite."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find
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Review 23 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for Carnivores!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place for Carnivores! Come prepared to eat ALOT of meat! Girls dont be shy and dont let all that meat scare you, dig in!!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Better the second time around
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Better the second time around but perhaps that's because it wasn't the week btwn Xmas and New Year's."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2003
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Review 25 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was delicious and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was delicious and all the guys bringing meat to our table were super nice. We had a great ladies night out!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 26 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The side dishes and the meats
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The side dishes and the meats where absolutely incredibly delicious. I bought a GROUPON and if it wasn't for the GROUPON I probably would only have gone to Samba on a special occasion because it is a pricey. However, I will not take away that the food was DELICIOUS and the servers coming around the table to bring the different meats were very friendly and willing to give us as much or as little as we wanted!!! It truly was a good dining experience for my family and I."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 27 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I will go back again. I rated
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I will go back again. I rated the ambiance due to area we were seated we felt the cold draft from the front door being open and the people next felt the same way. . Noise: don't really know what type of answe your looking for but the usic was nice and romantic to with hat special someone."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The tables were too close.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The tables were too close. It was difficult to pass from buffet to table. It felt as if I were going to hit someone as I passed by or I was going to get hit when someone passed by. Samba in Redondo is more comfortable ,has a better selection of food, and great view"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
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Review 29 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The dancers made it really
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The dancers made it really fun. However, the food at Cravings was much better and they offered more variety at the salad bar."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I had a good time , food was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had a good time , food was great, definitely recommend"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 31 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great atmosphere for both
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great atmosphere for both intimate and group gatherings. The all-you-can-eat buffet and meat was excellent and the service was great."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 32 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Brazilian Dancers were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Brazilian Dancers were a welcome surprise - it added to the spirit and flavor of the food."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Wouldn't pay full price for it.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is a big fest and was tasty but not great. The service was good both from waiter and men serving. The place is noisy and cramped. The salad bar is pretty weak but their cheesy rolls were amazing! The dancers put a lot into their show but they need an ending. They just sort of walked off--it was so strange. Glad we went on a coupon"
Dined on 12/30/2012
2003
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Samba Brazilian Steakhouse & Lounge
Based on the average of (59) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic