Internationally renowned Southern Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chão recently opened at Legacy West with new menu offerings and an updated dining room layout, including an expansive patio ideal for al fresco dining and just steps from the live music outside Legacy Hall.

The new location sets the mold for future Fogo de Chão locations, and is challenging health enthusiasts to rethink their perspectives of Brazilian steakhouses and be aware of all of the health-conscious offerings they have.

“When people think of the Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chão, they tend to think of heavier meals. Contrary to this belief, there are a number of health-conscious, lighter options that Fogo de Chão offers,” explains spokeswoman Lana Baugh.

For example, at Fogo, you can explore the health benefits of the “all you can eat” Market Table and create a plate for under 400-500 calories. The centerpiece of Brazilian eating is a colorful palate of natural, fresh and flavorful ingredients from South America, inspired by the farm tables and open markets of Brazil.

Additionally, Fogo can fit into health plans such as Whole30 or the Paleo Diet with their simple preparation and grilling methods.

Fogo de Chão is also now headquartered in the Legacy West development. Headquartered in Addison for the past 21 years, Fogo de Chão offices made the move north to Plano, where it is now positioned directly above the restaurant allowing for seamless operations. Fogo de Chão has installed a test kitchen in the new offices to focus on food and beverage development.

“We’ve called Addison home since originally coming to the United States in 1997,” said Larry Johnson, Chief Executive Officer of Fogo de Chão. “Now, with more than 50 locations worldwide, we have made the investment to move into a larger space that provides direct access to our restaurant. Legacy West is one of the most unique urban developments in Texas, and keeping true to our roots in Dallas/Fort Worth, is a great fit for our flagship restaurant and headquarters”.

Legacy West’s culinary team is proudly helmed by Head Gaucho Marcos Nascimento. His team of Brazilian-trained gaucho chefs personally butchers all of the meats in-house, roasts them over an open fire, and then carves each piece tableside.

The Fogo de Chão menu is anchored upon a variety of fire-roasted meats expertly prepared and carved tableside by gaucho chefs.  Favorites include Ribeye, double-cut Lamb Chops, and house-specialty Picanha, the most prized Brazilian steak. Fogo Plano/Legacy West will be the first location to debut Fogo’s new Churrasco Bar, and will also offer a range of portions and prices to fit guests’ needs, including:

• Full Fogo Experience – the traditional prix fixe menu including all premium and classic cuts, plus the seasonal Market Table & Feijoada Bar, which includes seasonal salads, imported charcuterie and cheeses, fresh vegetables, Feijoada (traditional black bean stew) and family-style service of Brazilian side dishes.
• Select Cut starting at $29 – Guest chooses one cut of fire-roasted meat to accompany the Market Table & Feijoada Bar and Brazilian sides.
• Brazilian Cuts for $39 – featuring continual service of the most popular beef, chicken, lamb and pork cuts of Brazil, with the Market Table & Feijoada Bar and Brazilian Sides.

In addition to these nightly dinner options, Fogo will also include:

• Churrasco Bar: a new concept to the Plano/Legacy West location with limited seating (8-10 seats), the Churrasco Bar offers guests access to premium dry-aged meats at no additional charge
• Patio Seating: with an expansive patio, Fogo Plano/Legacy West offers patrons the chance to dine al fresco while enjoying the live music of neighboring Legacy Hall
• Weekday Lunch starting at $15 includes the seasonal Market Table & Feijoada Bar plus family-style service of Brazilian side dishes. Guests may choose to add a single selection of fire-roasted meat for under $25, or have the Full Churrasco Experience.
• Weekend Brazilian Brunch – A weekend feast with family and friends includes the full churrasco experience combined with the Market Table, fresh seasonal fruits, Greek yogurt and special Brazilian-inspired breakfast items like pão de queijo egg bake and braised beef rib hash. Guests can enjoy made-to-order Caipirinhas and classic American brunch cocktails with Brazilian twists, such as the cachaça Bloody Mary and passion fruit mimosa.
• Bar Fogo – Guests can experience Fogo de Chao in a more casual setting while enjoying small plates like Braised Beef Rib Sliders, Churrasco Meat Boards, or fresh house-ground Picanha Burger.  A special happy hour offers $4 Brazilian Bites and Beers, $6 South American Wines and $8 crafted cocktails
• Seafood – Brazilian-inspired seafood options are available a-la-carte, including shrimp and lobster appetizers, Mango Chilean Sea Bass and a Seafood Tower.
• Group and Private Dining – Whether celebrating a special birthday or hosting a large corporate meeting, Fogo de Chão has become the place for group and private dining internationally. The Troy location is well-suited for groups of all sizes with customizable menus, beautiful private and semi-private dining spaces, and complimentary A/V equipment.
• A dining experience for all ages, children six and under enjoy complimentary dining at Fogo de Chão and ages 7-12 dine at half price for the full Churrasco experience. Beverages, desserts, tax and gratuity are additional.

Fogo de Chão is located in Plano’s Legacy West development at 5908 Headquarters Dr., Plano, TX 75024.

About Fogo de Chão

Fogo de Chão is a leading Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, which has specialized for more than 37 years in fire-roasting high-quality meats utilizing the centuries-old Southern Brazilian cooking technique of churrasco. The company was founded in 1979 in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and expanded into the U.S. in 1997. There are currently 47 locations throughout Brazil, the United States, and Mexico, including locations in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, New York, Beverly Hills, Chicago and Mexico City. For more information, visit Fogo.com or Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.  

Check out “The Gaucho Way,” a documentary-style video shot through the eyes of real Fogo de Chão Brazilian gauchos and explores the restaurant’s deep cultural roots in Southern Brazil

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