Fogo De Chao Houston Friendswood

Grateful that the folks served us on Christmas but it wasn’t the usual experience.

If the waiters would stop by more often I would give it 5 stars.

We had a wonderful dining experience overall, though it did feel like the restaurant was a bit understaffed given the number of customers that evening. Our wine selection took a while to arrive, but we were perfectly happy to take things slow. The salad bar was fantastic, and the variety of well-prepared meats was impressive. It was great to see our gaucho and family friend, Ian, there as well. FdC is truly my wife’s and my favorite restaurant in all of South Houston. In fact, I met my wife 21 years ago on our very first date at the FdC on Westheimer, so it holds a special place in our hearts. Without a doubt, I’ll be bringing her to the Baybrook FdC for a Valentine’s dinner. One thing I wish is that patrons would dress a bit nicer. It feels a bit tacky to see people in t-shirts and baseball caps at such an elegant restaurant; I suppose I'm just showing my age!

The service has improved significantly; however, their alcoholic beverage offerings still need attention, as they don't match the quality of those served at Westheimer!

I have been to several Fogo’s in Texas and this location is my least favorite. The dining area reminded me of a cafeteria and while the restaurant was only half full of diners, it felt like it was packed. On my way to the salad bar and at the salad bar, I was bumped into by no less than 4 different waitresses staff. The same goes as I was exiting. My wife and I tend to dine early, especially since it was New Year’s Eve, so when I got to the salad bar and it seemed as if things had not been serviced for a while, I was surprised. I typically tend to overeat on the salad bar and then regret when the gauchos begin meat service…not so much on this visit. Maybe it has been awhile, maybe it is a change in corporate policy, or maybe it’s just this location, but after finishing salads, it was always nice to have the wait staff bring a fresh plate along with the sides before you flipped your card. Not here. I had ate most of what I was going to eat before two small plates of sides were brought to the table. Of course, the reason for visit is the meat. And I was not disappointed. But, an overall disappointment. I most likely will not return to this location, but I know and will always recommend Fogo in other locations that I have dined.