Copacabana

Reviews

• Alice R.

  star star star star star 23 May 2026

  Omg I love this place. Used to live right in the area and stumbled across this place. Can't say it's a hidden gem because it's quite large but don't be fooled by the unassuming exterior - this is some of the best Brazilian bbq in Astoria and beyond.
  
  When you walk in there's a salad bar and a hot bar with rotating pre-made entrees (salmon, shredded beef, turkey, oxtail, etc) and sides (mashed potatoes, rice & beans, steamed veggies). I like the salsa looking salad with tomato, onion and peppers. Adds some acidity to the meal. The sections always great and I haven't had anything that's been bad. However the best part is definitely the butcher section with all the meats rotating on skewers. You go up and they'll cut your protein at your desired quantity. There's usually chicken heart, sausage, chicken thighs and all kinds of pork loins and steaks. I think I had the sirloin (he asked me how I wanted my meat cooked, I told him medium and he recommended one) which was delicious. The meats are always seasoned well with plenty of salt. Always cooked well and never chewy.
  
  Don't expect anything fancy, pretty bare bone place where you get your food, weigh it at the counter and find a table to sit. My boyfriend and I got two full plates and a soda for $22, can't beat that! Come check this place out ASAP if you haven't already!

• Gerardo A.

  star star star star star_border 23 May 2026

  A new concept of the Brazilian Steakhouse Restaurant, that I have not seen before, where you weight what you eat, I will recommend to skip the buffet and go to the end where the good meats are,  even though the wings and the fishballs are super delicious.
  
  I came here with a friend and we ate a lot of meat. The price is reasonable for the pounds, they have two options of price only meat or meat with side, anyone you select is a good choice. In the buffet, you can find rice, salad, wings, chicken, skirt steak, fishballs and more.
  
  In the good meat section you a lot of different steak cuts from the premiums one to the one that is not than fancy.  
  
  The quality and taste of the different types of cuts are very juicy, with a tender taste and super delicious.

• Dan Z.

  star star star star star_border 22 May 2026

  Very reasonably priced and tasty. I regret not taking pictures, because the steak was picturesque.
  
  Ask for the grillmaster's recommendation. I went at an odd late-afternoon hour and some of the meats were dry or over-well, especially the less popular cuts. The grillmaster is happy to tell you this and recommend what the best cuts are at the time of your visit.

• Evan S.

  star star star star star_border 21 May 2026

  Ate lunch here yesterday. My roommate used to live in the area and raved about this place. I'll start by saying the food was deliciousss. They have a buffet of a variety of different things from standard Brazilian fare to a random beff stroganoff. I got myself some rice and beans, veggies, a little bit of this salmon and broccoli mixture and then I made my way over to the meats. They have an attendant manning the grill that will cut up a variety of different meats for you, I counted at least 5 yesterday. I got myself the sirloin steak. While it was tasty, it was a little fatty and I had to cut around some of meat. Either way, definitely coming back here.

• Monicka C.

  star star star star star 17 May 2026

  Amazing Brazilian barbecue without the hefty price! The restaurant is set up like buffet - you choose as much food as you want and you pay by the pound. They have everything from rice, pasta, salads, stews, and of course, MEAT!
  
  Order:
  - Rice, salad, Brazilian vinaigrette, sausage, chicken, skirt steak (5/5)
  
  Pros:
  - Tasty food
  - A lot of options to choose from
  - Affordable ~ I believe it is about $7/lb
  - Authentic
  
  Cons:
  - I wish they sold coxinha!
  
  Overall:
  - I'll definitely be coming back the next time I crave some Brazilian BBQ