Pampas Grill

Brazilian restaurant · Culver City

Pampas Grill

Brazilian restaurant · Culver City

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3857 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA 90232

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Buffet-style Brazilian BBQ, pay by weight. Picanha, sausage, sides.  

3857 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA 90232 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

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3857 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA 90232 Get directions

+1 310 836 0080
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$20–30 · Menu

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"The churrasco plate at Pampas Grill was singled out as the best dish of the year in a year-end roundup of the Original Farmers Market, marking it as a must-try from that market's offerings." - Cathy Chaplin

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Pampas Grill Churrascaria Review - Beverly Grove - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"Pampas Grill Churrascaria is a popular spot at The Farmer's Market next to the Grove where you pay by the weight of your plate, rather than a set price. The concept sounds pretty economic at first, but I usually get carried away with their impressive display of Brazilian classics. First and foremost, the feijoada. Recognized as Brazil’s national dish, this hearty pork, beef, and black bean stew is usually accompanied by white rice, toasted cassava flour, and collard greens sauteed with garlic. From there, make your way over to the pitmasters who are roasting a variety of churrasco-style meats. Everything is perfectly cooked, but my personal favorites are the linguiça (Brazilian pork sausage) and the picanha (top sirloin cap). The linguiça at Pampas has just the right kick of spice, and the picanha’s fatty cap melts with each bite. Down it all with a Guarana soda and you’ve just finished a tour of Brazil’s greatest hits. " - Sylvio Martins

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Tom Sherwood

Google
If you want to have some delicious meats this is for you. It’s so good!!! Brought my vegan friend and she too really enjoyed the food. So many options in the buffet style layout. Salads, the Caesar is terrific, eggs, various other salads. There is something for everyone. I love all the meat options and it’s priced by weight so you can get exactly the amount you want. Highly recommend!!!!

Ekaterina Chebotareva

Google
I absolutely love this place! The meat is simply divine perfectly cooked and full of flavor. On Fridays, they have live music with Brazilian songs, which adds a beautiful, atmospheric touch. My husband and I celebrate almost all our special occasions here. But honestly, it’s also just a great spot for a delicious meal any day of the week.

CH

Google
Wow this place looks unassuming since it's in a random plaza next to a 24 Hour Fitness. I'm kicking myself for not coming here sooner. It's a buffet bar style restaurant where you get what you want, but the actual Brazilian BBQ meats is freshly cut off for you. They charge by the weight so I recommend going light on the salad and potatoes. The meat was all perfectly cooked and seasoned. This is the best Brazilian BBQ I've had; honestly better than Fogo De Chao and M Grill in my opinion.

Nicco Robertson

Google
Pampas Grill is definitely a gem if you’re craving some seriously delicious Brazilian-style meats! From the moment you walk in, the staff is super friendly and helpful, making the whole experience smooth and welcoming. The buffet-style setup gives you a ton of tasty options to choose from—just keep in mind that it’s priced by weight, so depending on how hungry you are (or how heavy your plate is!), it can get a little pricey. That said, the food is absolutely worth it. The meats are seasoned to perfection and cooked just right—juicy, flavorful, and melt-in-your-mouth good. The cold bar items also pack a punch with fresh ingredients and bold flavors that really complement the hot dishes. The overall vibe is more fast-paced; the line moves quickly and it’s more of a "grab, eat, and go" kind of place—but everything is well-organized and efficient. If you’re in the mood for a flavorful, satisfying meal and don’t mind a quicker dining experience, Pampas Grill is a must-try!

Hannah Reed

Google
Fun, unique experience. I very much respect the fact that the entire buffet is the same price per pound (unlike those places that have a higher price for meats) so if you really wanted to stretch your dollar you could just load up on all the meat. Food was fine, like what I imagine you’d get at a top-tier tech firm cafeteria for lunch. And our draft beers were $5, so no complaints there!

Karla Lockwood

Google
Is the perfect location to enjoy one of the most exquisite food the famous 😋 Brazilian churrazco at a fraction of the price if you are a person who like to go to this type of restaurant only for their meats 🍖 is by weight so if you want to be more selective on the items of your preference you can't never go wrong visiting this restaurant 😀

Vivi Oso

Google
Pampas Grill serves up flavorful Brazilian BBQ with a great buffet selection. My selection was the tri-tip, it was very tender and well-seasoned, and the spicy chicken had a nice kick. Their bar is also impressive—with daily Happy Hour from 3–7 PM. I especially enjoyed their lemon and strawberry Brazilian Caipirinha. Great food, good vibes—I’ll be back!

Francisco

Google
Payed a little under $50 for 2 plates, food quality is great and the price is worth it!
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Hayri K.

Yelp
I've been here a couple of times now (2 or 3 visits), and every experience has been great. The concept is spot on--you get to pick exactly what you want, and everything is fresh, flavorful, and cooked just right. The meats are juicy and tender, sides are always tasty, and the portions are generous. Service is quick and efficient, and the overall vibe makes it easy to enjoy a relaxed meal. Definitely one of my favorite spots for Brazilian-style food in LA, and a place I'll keep coming back to!
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Eric E.

Yelp
This is the best Brazilian food in my opinion. BBQ without all the unnecessary extra$$$. Pick your side dishes, then pick your Brazilian meats and be gone! Fast, simple and to your exact order. What else do you want? The restaurant food area is always clean and refilled. This is my go to whenever I'm in the westside.
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Jenny Z.

Yelp
Love pampas concept for an easy grab and go meal! Service is very friendly and the inside is pretty clean with open seating for wherever you'd like. Upon walking in, make sure you put on some gloves and choose either the Togo box or dine-in plate. The price is based on the weight of your entire plate so it can get pricey fast (don't worry the plate's weight is not included). Start with the salad, fruit, and sides bar then you can let the server know at the meat cutting station which cuts you would like and how you'd like it. I like their variety of sides from avocados to fried bananas, fried Yuka, tomatoes, rice, beans, cheese bread, collard greens and more. I love their fried bananas, cheddar broccoli, and their fried fish. Although the last time I went, the fish was soggy and not flavored at all. For the MEAT, I'm always a medium rare type of gal. I've tried: - PICANHA: the most tender imo! - GARLIC BEEF: very flavorful with chunky garlic salt, you have to get the whole cube - TRI TIP: a bit on the tougher side but still good! - TOP SIRLOIN: tender as well, more on the rarer side Will def be back :3 pampas cuts of meat always hits the spot for me and I love the convenience of being able to get some quality meats to go or dining in without having to wait too long in line.
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Laura D.

Yelp
This restaurant has great offerings and plenty of great seating. When you walk in, there are plastic gloves available to everyone to maintain a clean atmosphere as this is a self serve buffet style restaurant. All of the food options are fresh and delicious. The Brazilian cheese bread is soft and tasty. The meat slicing station is at the end of the buffet offerings, and you get to pick from many tasty options and cuts of meat. My favorite is the picanha. I ask for it medium well and it is soft and flavorful. At the end of the line, the cashier weighs your plate, and customers are charged per pound. It is a bit on the pricier side as the plate in the image below cost about $19, but it was delicious and fresh.

Mike N.

Yelp
I came for the food. I left because of the flies. Way too many flies landing on my food and on me. And not for the first time.

Thomas W.

Yelp
The food is very salty, quality of the meat is bad tasted bad and was tough. I wouldn't recommend eating here better choices than Pampas.
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Alyssa T.

Yelp
They now charge $1.25 per cheese bread ON TOP of charging by pound for it. You can do one or the other, but to do both-- and without any sign saying there is extra fee for bread-- is extremely scummy. You're effectively having to pay $30 a pound for bread. It's a pretty dense bread too, not like it weighs nothing.
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Mel V.

Yelp
Always a 10/10 experience at Pampas Grill in Culver City, combining flavorful food, attentive service, and fair pricing. Staff members are quick to assist and make the whole process easy, whether you're a first-timer or a regular. You can't go wrong with any of the meats, and the Picanha is a must-try. It's sliced fresh right in front of you and always cooked to perfection. Another standout is the stroganoff, rich and creamy with the perfect balance of savory flavors. It's a comforting dish that pairs well with rice or mashed potatoes. And don't skip the cheese bread (pão de queijo)--warm, chewy, and addictive, it's the perfect side to any meal. With a wide variety of options at the hot bar and salad station, there's something for everyone, and the prices are surprisingly reasonable given the quality and portion sizes. Whether you're dining in or taking out, Pampas Grill offers a satisfying experience that will keep you coming back for more.
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Mary M.

Yelp
Came here for Friday lunch with friends. Solid option for people who want Brazilian bbq but don't to shell out for an expensive ayce place. I was perfectly full at the end and got all the options I wanted without having to wait around for it. Food itself was tasty but could be better seasoned. The sides at the buffet have a good variety but mainly help balance my meal. I came for the meat and was really glad we get to choose exactly what cut and cook we want. I got the lamb, the top sirloin, and the picanha (sirloin cap). The medium rare to medium pieces were mostly tender, but wow way too much salt on some of the cuts. I was very glad to have salad and more basic sides to even that out. Otherwise a tasty and fulfilling lunch that I would have again.
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Eliane C.

Yelp
Pampas Grill is such a gem! The food is amazing for the price, the place is clean, and they're always consistent. The staff are super friendly and warm -- just like Brazilians. I love that it's casual and simple, no fuss, just great food. Ask any Brazilian and they'll tell you Pampas Grill is the spot. If you're looking for fancy, go spend $300 at Ruth's Chris, but if you want authentic, delicious, and affordable Brazilian food, this is the place.
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Clinton C.

Yelp
The amazing live band and the many sports TVs is such a great atmosphere to enjoy. Best in Culver. The prices have risen but still one of my favorite comfort spots in LA for good food and good time. The food quality is still great. Suggestion is to have one plate with just the salad bar and then a second with slight salad and all the meats. That way can save on the first plate per lb. Service is kind and quick.
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Phuong T.

Yelp
Have been coming to Pampas for over 10 years. Always hits the spot, great cuts of meat, authentic brazillian sides, and it's weight by plate so you can get as much as you want.
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Maruko X.

Yelp
Ambiance: this pampas grill location is located in a busy plaza, shared with gym and other restaurants, it has spacious dining room inside and patio outside Service: self served utensils and water, you choose items from the bar and grill station, then weight and pay at cashier Food: plenty options for open bar, and limited choices of meat, most are overly salty Spicy Chicken - *** very spicy Sausage - ** flavorless Chicken w/Bacon - * so dry and not eatable Sirloin Cap Beef - **** fatty and juicy, recommend Garlic Beef - *** average Lamb Leg - ** so dry and too gamey Tri-Tip Beef - *** average Hot Dishes & Salad Bar - ** terrible quality, salad tasted weird, hot food was so dry, soggy pasta, undercooked rice, the only thing I liked was the cheese bread bite Price: the combination plate of salad and meat is charged by pound, and it cost about $25 per person
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Emmie H.

Yelp
This place was good! I really enjoyed the variety of selection and I feel like it was well worth the cost. I like the walk-in style and it seems like there's never too much of a wait and always seating. They have some delicious meats and a fun grilled, cinnamon sugar pineapple which is extra tasty. There were a couple of dishes, particularly on the cold bar, that were clearly sitting for a little but I would definitely come back again.
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Jazzy B.

Yelp
Way too expensive for cafeteria quality food 2/5. My friend paid $50 for his plate; my bf and I were $65 each. You won't be saving money coming here; might as well go to quality restaurant at that price! Food line up is self serve, warm at best and dry. The meat is salty and barley pink even when I requested for medium rare; tough cuts even picanha. Very disappointed in the quality for the ridiculous price!
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Bruce N.

Yelp
Ive been going to their sister in Farmers Market for years but here there is space to sit and eat and a bar as well Same excellent food and service but the space is much better hence the 5 star which for me is rare to award
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Kaitlin D.

Yelp
I've been coming to Pampas more regularly for their live music and for the food. Food menu options haven't changed much but they do now have the cinnamon sugar pineapple which is great. Staff is not the best at determining meat temperature (I ask for medium and sometimes I get well done, sometimes I get medium rare or well) depends on the night. Live music is a bit loud of but it's nice to have some entertainment.
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Joanna S.

Yelp
Perfect casual dining experience that won't break the bank! It's rare to find an over-the-counter steak cafe. (Yeah, pun intended). I love dining at the Original Farmer's Market because of the great selection of food, free 90-minute validated parking, and frequently cleaned outdoor dining area. This was my second time eating at Pampas Grill. With 4 slices of meat and plenty of sides, I was able to pay around $20. Meat lovers will definitely spend closer to $50. The line looks long, but it's not terrible. Expect a 15-20 minute wait most days. The staff cleans and refreshes the counter frequently. The selection of food is great, especially given the small size of the counter, such as salads, fruit, squash, collard greens, chicken stroganoff, yucca fries, and more! I'm knocking down one star purely because they don't offer chimichurri (gasp!) and because they default by serving medium cuts. If you want a medium rare cut, which I highly recommend if you're eating on a cold night, you must request it. The medium cut will be nice and rubbery by the time you take your second bite. Also, most chefs will tell you medium rare is the best cut for texture and flavor.
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Bruce H.

Yelp
The wife and I wanted some lunch so we decided to try Pampas Grill in Culver City. They offer inside and outside dining, the service is decent, and various types of salads, but the main star of the show is their grilled meats. It can quickly get expensive as you pay per pound. I personally don't like their steaks (bland, lacking flavor) but I did enjoy their chicken and house made sausages.
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Orsolya D.

Yelp
Brazil is known for many attributes such as its beautiful women, carnivalé celebration and meat on a stick topping the list. Or perhaps it is better and more accurate to say 'meat on a spit'. It may sound like South Park-esque teenage crass humor; but most times, Brazilian food is genuinely associated with roasted meat and lots of it. The most famous chain nation-wide to serve up Brazilian-style meat on a spit is Fogo de Chao; but Pampas Grill with locations at the famous Farmers Market and Culver City, has entered the chat. The Culver City location of Pampas Grill sits in a shopping center on Overland Ave in between Venice and Washington boulevards: if you see an LA Fitness and Yogurtland, then you are in the right place. If you're expecting an ooh la la service dining experience then Pampas Grill isn't it as this is a cafeteria/buffet style eatery where patrons queue up in a line, grab at foods ranging from salads, pastas, Brazilian cheese rolls, veggies, rice and beans to the roastery area with chicken, beef, pork and lamb before having the food weighed and priced per said weight. It's honestly a sort of uncomfortable situation, feels rushed and cattle call -ish and the restaurant is quite loud with its indoor and covered patio area seating. Pampas Grill largely has a sort of sports bar vibe. My party of four arrived to a hopping and packed Pampas Grill on a Saturday evening and settled into the buffet line. Although the sides are decent in numerical selection; none of it looks that appetizing: the broccoli in cream sauce was NOT a cream sauce but thin liquid, fried items were over-fried, nothing was fresh or vibrant in appearance and quite honestly: none of the choices were unique. They don't feel ethnic at all but like a school cafeteria meal. The roasted meats fare better in terms of appearance as they all looked succulent and roasted perfectly but the key term is: 'looked'... Sadly, being Celiac, I didn't have many GF options at Pampas Grill for my sides and was only able to grab some tomatoes in balsamic, plantains, fresh pineapple and squash. For my meats, I chose Spicy Chicken, Lamb and Tri-tip beef. There isn't much for me to say about this meal because it was just, bluntly, bad. My Spicy Chicken was some of the driest chicken I've ever had and this was confirmed by other members of my party who also had chicken (although regular chicken) and attested that theirs too was dry like the Sahara desert. I found the lamb to be too gamey (my party liked it, though) and only the tri-tip was redeeming although too fatty. I tried a bite of sausage which had terrific flavor but was also too dry. Basically, Pampas Grill fails to bring good meats to the table (pun intended) when that is the main point of the eatery. Pampas Grill is basically the Sizzler of the Brazilian restaurant world. Service wasn't up to par either at Pampas Grill. I mentioned to my associate serving me at the roastery that this was my first time there and yet he didn't welcome me nor explain their meats/make suggestions. One of my dining partners said that another associate at the meats was making annoyed faces while serving him. They just seemed to be in the "Move along!" - mode which is not the quality of service I would hope for. Pampas Grill simply doesn't do justice to Brazilian food (or Brazil) in Los Angeles and is only really suitable if you're in a hurry in the Culver City area and want to eat something somewhat off the beaten track but otherwise there is no need to go out of your way. Pampas Grill leaves a lot to be desired and has improvements to make. Go get your meat elsewhere...
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Edwin R.

Yelp
Heaven on earth! Gotta get it off my chest, the food was delicious, the cuts of meats were amazing and seasoned well! You pay by the pound, so you load up your plate and at the end you place it on a scale. Stopped by for lunch, buffet style, at the start of the line they provide some gloves for you to put on to keep the serving area clean. Good amount of options to choose from, I kept it simple w beats and Cesar salad. The cheese bread and garlic bread is also tasty! For the meats, no disappointment, the garlic chicken was tasty, the garlic flavor was well in the chicken and not just on the skin. The steak was tasty as well and seasoned well with sea salt. All in all I would definitely return to eat here, the food is delicious and the vibe is relaxed. They have lots of tvs showing sports, and on some nights they have live bands. Parking lot can get tight sometime with the LA fitness next door but I've deemed it worth it. Enjoy!

Amanda

Yelp
I come to pampas for the quality of the meat. I was pretty disappointed I took my food to go because I was on lunch break. Normally I dine in. The meat was tuff and chewy i couldn't bite through it after chewing and chewing. Mind you it's not cheap. But i pay for quality.
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Jon M.

Yelp
I hadn't had a Brazilian feast in awhile and it was an easy choice between this place and the Vegan place across from it. I am too carnivorous for Vegan. I was impressed with this large, efficiently run restaurant. I like buffets and had my hot, fresh smorgasbord in minutes. I was excited to see the many delicious items and heaped palm hearts salad, olives, corn, fried catfish, beets(excellent), watermelon, luscious fresh avocado slices and beef stew on my plate. Of course, I couldn't pass up the star of the Brazilian buffet show: the delicious array of meats! I ordered slices of lamb, sirloin and plump sausage dumped on my crowded plate. And how could I pass up an exotic Bohemia malt beer to wash down the food party off my plate. The nice buffet man rang up my plate weighing who knows how many pounds because I was too busy focusing on cleaning every morsel off that plate for special delivery to my taste buds and stomach. $56 which was pricey but worth it to satisfy the Carnivore within. Highly recommended.
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Pamela S.

Yelp
Delicious Brazilian BBQ, cafeteria style. Lots of vegetable and side options - I love the garlic rice and the potato salad. You choose your types and cuts of meat at the end, and it is cut for you, then your whole plate is weighed. Literally everything I've eaten here is good. Plenty of seating and located in same shopping center as Sidecar Donuts and Yogurtland for dessert afterwards!
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Elena C.

Yelp
Second visit! This time i come at 12 on a weekday. When it's not so busy, the picanha tastes way better. The salt is more even. The lamb is consistent, but now that the picanha is well-seasoned it's overshadowed by the picanha. Tri tip was enjoyable, but still can't beat the picanha. I wish the picanha has more charred fats around the edges though. Bacon-wrapped chicken was so dry i had to dip it to the stroganoff. This time i got the fried catfish, but was not as amazing as i thought. It's just alright. Overall Pampas is alright. It's not the best picanha in town, but at the price level it's not bad at all. Rather than getting steaks at a diner or some chain restaurants, you'd be more satisfied with what Pampas offering.
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Noah S.

Yelp
Pampas Grill never disappoints. From the moment you walk in, the smell of the grilled meats hits you in the best way. You grab a tray, walk through the buffet-style setup, and customize your plate with whatever looks good--and trust me, everything looks good. The picanha is always the star of the show. Perfectly seasoned, juicy, and sliced right in front of you. The garlic chicken and Brazilian sausage are also solid picks if you want to mix it up. Sides are super fresh--the collard greens and yucca flour are legit, and the fried plantains add just the right amount of sweetness to balance out the savory meats. Pro tip: come hungry. Portions are generous, and since it's by weight, you get exactly what you want. The staff here is friendly, quick, and efficient even when it's busy. You can tell they take pride in what they do. Whether you're new to Brazilian food or already obsessed with it, Pampas Grill is definitely worth a stop. One of those places you think about a few days later and want to come back to.
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Ben S.

Yelp
Great cost to quality ratio. Everything is cooked slowly over an open flame and that's really what you are paying for here. Sides are always fresh, I've seen them replenish or remove older sides from the buffet line constantly. Nice big space with plenty of communal and individual tables both inside and out. Parking is always easy. The only area of improvement would be to enforce the plastic glove rule for the self serve buffet, from time to time I see customers elect not to wear the self service gloves.
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Donna A.

Yelp
Daughter and I decided to go to Pampas Grill for lunch today, 5/1/24. Good thing I didn't get everything bc man, this place is expensive! If you haven't tried, this is a Brazilian restaurant, cafeteria style. You grab a tray and plate and go through the line of different salads and sides such as rice, beans, stews etc. On my plate, I got rice, beans, greens, plantains, 2 cheese breads, picanha, garlic picanha and 3 slivers of grilled pineapple. My plate was almost $35!!! Wow! This would have been a nice meal at Fogo, a nice sit down meal with service. The gentlemen serving the meats were nice and friendly but the girl at the cashier was not. She clearly looked like she didn't want to work and had no customer service training. We haven't been here in a while but dang, when she said our bill was $61.69, I literally said "oh shish" bc I didn't think my plate was worth that much. Anyhow, the picanha was good, we got medium rare and it was delicious with fatty ends. The garlic picanha was not as tender. The rice, beans, greens, plantains were also good. The best was the cheese bread! Oh my, they were cheesy, soft and addicting! That alone was worth the $ we paid. They are located in the Culver City plaza where LA Fitness is at. Parking available. Be aware and be cautious of what you put on your plate bc at the end, your plate is weighed at $15.85/lb. This will be a special type of place to go to and not a usual place for lunch.
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Carsha B.

Yelp
This place was so delicious. To be able to taste almost everything on the buffet for a decent price was awesome. It's a must try
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Dezmond B.

Yelp
Pampas grill was very satisfying. It reminds me of Fogo de Chão's little brother. It has a mini salad bar stocked with a variety of vegetables and sides and you can get as many cuts of meat that you want. The quality of the meat was above average but not the best, but again very enjoyable. You pay by the weight of your plate which if you're not careful can add up quickly. The service was stellar, the workers are constantly moving and made sure we were clear on instructions and were very knowledgeable about the meats. The restaurant is very large with plenty of seating and a fully stocked bar. Pampas is good to go to if you aren't looking for the "luxurious aesthetic" of a Fogo de Chão. I would definitely eat here again but go a lot lighter on the plate because I paid a Fogo price but did not get the Fogo quality meat.
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Michele M M.

Yelp
The Brazalian buffet of culver city! Fresh and well cooked variety bbq. ...Great salad bar!
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luci r.

Yelp
I have been to this location many time , I travel from North County San Diego to eat there . Today, mother's day , we decided to eat there with the family . What a disappointment! They served us meat that was graded bellow human consumption, so hard to chew on and supposed to be picanha and maminha. We had to cut it in tiny little pieces and still was too hard. After $170 bill , my family was very unsatisfied with Pampas churrasco. We should have gone somewhere else . Very sad ! Not a very happy mother's day .
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Dennis Z.

Yelp
Food is actually great. However it is a bit too pricey for me. I would eat only on special occasions.

Mike A.

Yelp
The steak cuts are good quality and the sides are good, but their inconsistent with seasonings and doneness. Some days the meat is over salted and chicken over salted and burnt. Casual dinning service is ok. Meat lovers place.
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Sarah M.

Yelp
I absolutely love this spot! Been a few times now - when you walk in, you can grab a tray and there are some free grab items, today I got the tomatoes, beet salad, beef stew, and garlic rice. It is all so fresh and delicious! Then you go over to the churassco and they have various bbq meats, cut to order in the temperature you like. I opted for the Pichana this time and it was melt in your mouth tender. I will be back again!
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Jayden N.

Yelp
This was my first time at Pampas. I've never heard of them, but had just left the gym and decided I would try them and get food for my son and myself. From the buffet I grabbed; Greens, plantain, balsamic tomatoes, watermelon, corn, broccoli, rice with black beans, cheese bread, horrible potato salad with peas, raisins, and carrots. There's no meat because the carver (Guilherme) was extremely rude and I just decided not to waste their food I had already put in the tray and to cook meat when I got home. I will NEVER return. I'm big on customer service. I literally asked the server if I can have a small piece of the spicy chicken so that I can tell how spicy it would be for my young son. I was gonna buy it regardless for myself, but wanted to see if I needed to get something else for my son. Guilherme told me they don't give out samples, but yet there was someone in front of me who had got a whole container of beans to try before purchasing them.
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Andie B.

Yelp
Well what do you know? Wishes do come true! In my last review, I mentioned that they have live music now, but I did not like the music. And I said I wish they will play Bossa Nova music since they are Brazilian. Anyway, tonight, when I stopped by to pick up some food, the live musicians on hand started playing "Mais Que Nada" (popularized by Sergio Mendes & Brazil '66). And it was a pretty good version! The musicians were a duo -- a man and a woman. The guy played the guitar and did the vocals (at least for "Mais Que Nada"), and the lady did the drums. Pretty cool! And as always food was great. I recommend Sirloin Cap (Picanha), the Sausage, Beans, including the Beans with Pork (yummy). I also recommend their nicely- sauteed Collard Greens. Also they have Fried Plantains. And don't forget the Cheese bread (Pao de queijo) ! Service is nice of course, including the cashier.
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Mikayla D.

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Always a great experience at Pampas! The food is delicious and the guys who work there are the best. Will definitely be back soon!
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Cynthia W.

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One of the better Cadillac margaritas I've had this summer. food is good spicy chicken and vegetables. I like the way you serve your appetite. A tasty treat even if your watching your calories ..
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Anne M.

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I come here whenever I'm craving brazilian food, there's a lot of the traditional dishes and you can try all of them at once. Variety of meats, you can get out of there pretty full. The staff is friendly and fast. The ambiance is clean, not crowded, chill music in the background.
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Max T.

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I came to this place with an open mind, as I have only been to the AYCE Brazilian Steakhouses. This place is a self-serve styled Brazilian Steakhouse where they weigh your plate at the end where you pay for your food. We ate outside which was super nice and relaxing, as they have multiple TVs throughout the restaurant. For the most part, the sides that they had was pretty good, and the meat I got was the picanha, which was extremely delicious. We also received some desserts - the flan and strawberry cheesecake which were also extremely delicious, would highly recommend! Be prepared to pay a good amount of money if you do decide to come here!
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Miguel C.

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Great Brazilian buffet style cuisine that's served by weight, their staff is always helpful and friendly.

Plastic P.

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Amazing food and ambience! The meat and pineapple fresh off the grill, stews and salads that are just as good. Not cheap but not expensive for the quality and taste of the food. It's buffet-style and pay-by-the-pound but totally absolutely worth it. Great for a Sunday lunch and nap after.
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Harrison Y.

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The only thing higher than the price is probably the salt content. But if you don't eat it every week, you might stave off hypertension. It's by weight, so come for the meats and skip most of the filler sides. Service varies a lot. I've had friendly people, but it's more typically the IDGAF attitude assembly line style service, bordering on condescending. I still tip either way. You'll have more trouble elbowing around in line than from the actual wait staff. Not fancy inside. A good place to grab food after work or after the gym next door.
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Justin K.

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Highly recommended--great value! I got picana, garlic picana, and lamb, and they were all tasty. Ask for slices of grilled pineapple!
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Irene P.

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This used to be my go-to birthday lunch spot when I worked nearby. Love their food and pay-by-weight approach. Delicious Brazilian BBQ meats and sides.
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S G.

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Nice family style Brazilian buffet. Usually crowded but, fast service. The food including desserts are consistently good.
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Grace C.

Yelp
Get the picanha cut, and the tri-tip was delicious. The plantains/maduros were DIVINE. My boyfriend has been going here since 2018 and we're both glad that the quality has not gone down at all. Our meal totaled $46 for 3 people and which is such a good deal for the amount of food we got!

Red S.

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I can't speak about the authenticity because I'm not a Brazilian, but as a regular consumer, this is my favorite restaurant, I don't care about the price or the service, the food makes me overlook everything else.