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Ekko De Brasil
Experience Brazil! Fall under the spell of authentic churrascaria cuisine and lively samba rythms in the warm and festive setting of Ekko de Brasil.
First Brasilian Steakhouse in the National Capital region, a 10 minutes drive from down town Ottawa, located in the earth of the well known Château Cartie hotel resort.
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78 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 78 reviews
5 stars
(19)
4 stars
(40)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(49)
- good for groups(48)
- romantic(21)
- fit for foodies(14)
- kid-friendly(10)
- late-night find(9)
Ekko De Brasil Reviews List
Review 1 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
if you like meat, this is the place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing food... lots of options and friendly staff. The live music on the weekends takes you straight to Rio :)"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant had really good food for the meat lover and a very good salad bar."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 3 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious Food! The meat is so tasty and so fresh. The buffet bar is also great and quite filling. I loved the live brazilian band & I also brought my 3 years old son who loved it as well!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: romantic, late-night find, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic Dining Experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ekko de Brasil is a "must" dining experience that I strongly recommend. Everything about the restaurant is great. The service is the best. I've been twice and both times have had excellent service. The only thing is the food is so good it is difficult not to have a little of everything but it's simply too much for one sitting. But well worth it."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was the first time to EKKO for our monthly dinner club. What a great choice I made! Starting with the waitress explaining to all how the restaurant operates, all the way to the entertainment, it was fantastic. The selection at the buffet table and the wide variety of meats delivered to the table. The cooked pineapple with cinnamon and brown sugar was excellent. Had to go for a "man nap" afterwards.Overall the experience was impressive. Only drawback was that our table was right beside the stage, was very loud. EKKO is a definitely a "do again"!"
Dined on 20/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 6 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nous avons beaucoup apprécié
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Nous avons beaucoup apprécié le tout, nos invités ont également beaucoup aimé. Très bien décoré. Tout simplement fantastique."
Dined on 14/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Noisy
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed our meal but found the music loud and somewhat distracting."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 8 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not recommended at that price
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My overall appreciation to my experience I would qualify as fair at best. The food was OK, the service was, well I'm not sure their was service at my table. They talk about more than 10 meat cuts, I'm not sure we got 5 during our entire stay. We got there at 7PM and left at 9:30PM. During that time, plates were replaced and that's about it. No water refill, very few meat sticks where presented to us and we had little variety.
In the meats that we did get, there was a lot of tough veins and fat, and the buffet was ... a buffet.
For 2 adults and 2 kids under 11, a 1/2 bottle of wine and 15% tip brought the bill to 190$. I know of a dozen+ restaurants that would give us much more for our money at that price.
I won't be going back, th"
Dined on 29/03/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 9 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good to try with a Groupon
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fun restaurant to visit. Very different, as there is no menu. You have the hot and cold buffet, and then all the various kinds of meat cut at your table. Some of the beef was quite good, however other cuts were rather salty. The waitress for our table was super, very friendly and energetic. The "fair" review for service is due to the meat servers. Our cozy table to the side was frequently missed by the meat servers. We brought this to the attention of our waitress, and she made sure that the next meat made it to our table. However, when a different meat started circulating, it never made it to our table until our waitress stepped in again. Noticed a large table of 8 getting frequently served meat, sometimes 2 at a time."
Dined on 28/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 10 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Meat, meat and more meat!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love the food. It was fresh and clean. The waiter Josh was awesome. Smiled paid attention to us. Friendly staff, good good food and great atmosphere!! If I could give 11/10 I would..."
Dined on 28/03/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband and I enjoyed ourselves.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I enjoyed ourselves. We were lucky to be sitting in the bar area away from the large groups. The Goucho's who came round with the meat were great. We really weren't in a place to see the dancers however. Next time we will go with a group of friends."
Dined on 23/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 12 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was great. We went
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was great. We went at 7:00PM on a Sunday and by the time we finished eating, the restaurant was empty. The food was great, however we ended up eating the same thing frequently as they didn't change the meat they deliver to your table often enought. Overall, we a Groupon (drinks for two, bottle of wine, dinner for two, and two brazilian coffees for $80) its worth it."
Dined on 24/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is our second time at EKOS. As usual, everything was excellent - food, service. We never had to wait at the table for food. Would highly recommend this place."
Dined on 21/03/2013
2013
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Review 14 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
a top favorite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great concept, one of our favorite restaurant in the region."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 16 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delish - try the buffet food too the lamb ragout was phenomenal"
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 17 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Groupon Experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been to Ekko 6 times over the past year. This was our first time using a Groupon there and we were concerned that the service wouldn't be as good as usual. Needless to say we were pleasantly surprised to have such a fantastic dining experience. The only thing missing was the Brazilian dancing. 7pm seems to be to optimal time for dining when making a reservation. The salad bar and meat carving is at its best around that time.
We will definitely be back!
Stephen & Carolyn"
Dined on 14/03/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 18 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's the kind of place you
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's the kind of place you eat so many tasteful things that you cannot leave and not be full! ;)"
Dined on 14/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fine Dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent selection of meats. Great service. Great dining atmosphere. Overall, I was very pleased and will definitely return to Ekko de Brasil."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic
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Review 20 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went to Ekko de Brasil
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Ekko de Brasil for my son's 18th birthday celebration. We were a group of 20 people and the food, service and ambiance for our family gathering was EXCEPTIONAL. It was the perfect evening and I would definitely recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 08/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I found the salad bar tasty
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I found the salad bar tasty but the meat were not that great. They were salty and dry."
Dined on 21/02/2013
2013
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Review 22 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good with a Groupon
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was perfect untill we got the bill: they chrgad us taxes on the value of the Groupon we used(im making inquiries to know wether they were allowed to do this) and we didnt appreciate being charged $60 for a more than average wine bottle. We were reminded to give tip according to the true value of our meal: $300 for 4. A price we will never pay for what they offer. This place is worth it with a 50% Groupon only. The meats are very good but the side are very basic."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 23 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was delicious! The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was delicious! The service wasn't that good..it took a while before someone came to serve us, but once they realized they had forgotten us, a bunch of servers came and they took care of us and the food arrived rapidly. Futhermore, they make sure you taste all the meat they offer and there is a salad bar. The music was okay.."
Dined on 28/02/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It's my birthday dinner and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It's my birthday dinner and it's remarkable."
Dined on 28/02/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Our reservation was for 9:00.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our reservation was for 9:00. Although our waitress was very kind and friendly our food was not so great. Many items were either missing or dry from the buffet table. The meats were mostly dry. I think it's cuz we had a later reservation. That should not mean we should be eating overlooked dry food. We paid lots of money (7 people) and were all quite disappointed by the quality. My husband and I had been to Ekko before and enjoyed our experience which is why we decided to take our family out for dinner. We will b going again. The pineapple and beef were lovely. The lamb, chicken and pork were extremely dry."
Dined on 17/02/2013
2011
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Review 26 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a great time. Took awhile
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a great time. Took awhile to get served but otherwise a great time and entertainment was excellent"
Dined on 16/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 27 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was too salted....
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was too salted.... took time to reload the buffet when items were missing.
I was there before... was o.k. but not more
Too expensive for the food that is served.
One bottle of wine for two is too much in most cases. Many tables of two refused the bottle... we gave it to another table because i don't drink."
I was there before... was o.k. but not more
Too expensive for the food that is served.
One bottle of wine for two is too much in most cases. Many tables of two refused the bottle... we gave it to another table because i don't drink."
Dined on 21/02/2013
2013
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Review 28 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A rich $179 for a poor experience..
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"$179 =well presented and cooked meats, but way too salty, cold sides (rice, etc) over-cooked colourless veggies, poor entertainment (brazilian experience that has dance to "Hit the road Jack") and poor table clearing service. The ambiance was poor, louder than required background music, sat in a room where ceiling tiles seemed they were going to fall down anytime. Definitely not going back..."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2013
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Review 29 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth it with a Groupon deal.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a Groupon deal - 80$ for 2 which ended up costs us about 100-110$ including tip and a 10$ fee (it was on a Saturday night - Groupon deals are not supposed to be valid on weekends). It included about 10 varieties of grilled meats, access to the buffet, an alcoholised drink, a bottle of wine (Argentinian - a good value but it only costs about 7-10$ at the LCBO / SAQ - I assume they get better prices on volume)and a specialty coffee. I would definitely not pay regular price (over 200$ easily for 2), which is too expensive for a buffet-style restaurant but grab this Groupon deal if you get a chance."
Dined on 16/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 30 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Le vin maison à ce moment-là
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Le vin maison à ce moment-là aurait dû être carafé. N'étant pas très bon à la première gorgée, il devenait meilleur au deuxième verre.
Ceux qui servaient la viande étaient un peu bête.
Sinon la nourriture était excellent et notre serveuse adorable!"
Dined on 13/02/2013
2013
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Review 31 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Not my first nor my last experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Not my first nor my last experience. The food is excellent and the service is very attentive."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing service from Marc
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazing service from Marc Andre Joly. I will go back at the restaurant just because of is great service"
Dined on 14/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A different experience in
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A different experience in dining, good to try once. Food was good, but nothing to write home about. Service was very uneven. Quite expensive unless you have a discount coupon."
Dined on 10/02/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 34 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
I was very disapointed with
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was very disapointed with my evening. First of all re the wine choice, I ask for white dry wine and I was told by the waiter that he only had two choices of white wine and both were sweet. Secondly, all the food was cold including the meat. It took like 20 minutes to get our brazilian coffee. I would not reommend this restautant to anyone."
Dined on 08/02/2013
2013
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Review 35 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food but a little rough on the wallet... A must to try and for special occasions."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 36 for Ekko De Brasil
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was very good and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good and the staff were fantastic."
Dined on 01/02/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Ekko De Brasil
Based on the average of (42) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic