Rafain Brazilian Steakhouse

I can not think of anything to improve. The place is very exquisite, the service excellent and the food amazing. The different types of meats and their quality is outstanding. We gave our compliments of the chef. Don't forget that they have a very good salad bar! For the money you spend, this is a nice restaurant after all, it is definitively worth it!

Salad bar is incredible. The meat was delicious. I've never been to a Brazilian steakhouse before it was my first experience. We went to celebrate birthdays. Our server played incredible classical advising guitar. Actually serenaded us in both Bossa Nova and Blues style "Happy Birthday". Fantastic eats. Good vibes. Loved it.

Great place to have steak! It's quality and service are top rank. As an added bonus, all desserts are included with your visit. They have to BEST flan I've ever had.

the best Brazilian restaurant in the USA .... the service is better then at any 5 star restaurant... the food as well. i have been all over us and ate at many different one's but this one has meats that are cooked to perfection ... a salad bar with options that will blow ur mind and an amazing dessert bar included in the low price u pay. u dont wait for meat like other places they are all there and and waiting for u to just look up. amazing grilled pineapple too everything was perfect and highly recommended.

Some of the best service you will get anywhere and who can complain all you can eat meat? Also the pineapple is to die for. Highly recommend. They have a huge salad bar as well as a dessert bar.

I've been to all the steakhouse places in the Dallas area. Rafain is my favorite place to go. Been there twice, and going again very soon. All their meats are perfect. Wonderful selection of sides!

Excellent food, crazy good price for what they offer, very friendly too!

Great tasting meats, never too done or dry, always right depending on how u like them. Mi wife likes them medium well and I like my meat well done. We are always happy with this place. They have a good wine selection and the best part is they they are not overpriced. We are always happy to co.e to this place.

The food was exquisite and service was excellent. I came back from taking a poop and one of the managers was by my seat and sat me down. And there was this guy with pineapples that came around and he had a sweet sweet voice. He said in an elegant voice "Pineapple?" With an elegant smile spread from ear to ear Brightening my day. To top off the night I had this wonderful, moist, thickening chocolate cake that tickled my tastebluds with joy. Overall sweet experience with ambiance.

I recently attended a retirement party at 12 Cuts Brazilian Steakhouse, and it was nothing short of amazing! We were seated in a private room, which made the experience feel exclusive and perfect for celebrating a special occasion. From the moment we sat down, we were treated like royalty. Our group had 2-3 dedicated servers bringing an endless variety of meats and fulfilling special requests with a smile. They were incredibly attentive and friendly, ensuring everyone in our party felt taken care of. It's hard to imagine a better venue for a private event. Let's talk about the food! Everyone knows Brazilian steakhouses are famous for their meats, and 12 Cuts does not disappoint. They offered a wide selection of perfectly cooked cuts, including filet mignon, picanha (top sirloin), lamb chops, chicken wrapped in bacon, and sausages. Each cut was flavorful, juicy, and fresh off the grill. But the meal isn't just about the meats. The salad bar was another highlight. It featured a variety of fresh cold vegetables, cheeses, and unique sides that were delicious and refreshing. The salad bar alone could satisfy a lighter appetite while still feeling indulgent. And then there were the hidden stars of the meal: the cheese bread and the grilled cheese with spicy honey! These were absolute game-changers--chewy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor. The spicy honey drizzle on the grilled cheese was the perfect sweet and spicy touch. Whether you're hosting a private event or just looking for a high-quality dining experience, 12 Cuts is an exceptional choice. I can't recommend it enough!

We chose to celebrate our anniversary dinner here and left feeling very satisfied! The complimentary valet sets the tone for a fantastic time from the moment you arrive. The staff was excellent, ensuring that every moment of your visit was spectacular. They went above and beyond to ensure you enjoyed every second from start to finish! The food was phenomenal! I could live off their Spicy Picanha for the rest of my life. It was perfectly seared and undoubtedly my favorite cut, though I enjoyed all of them. The sides were impressive as well, including the rice and beef stroganoff. To top off our anniversary celebration, they generously treated us to a free dessert, and we chose tres leches, which was a delightful way to finish the night. It wasn't exactly romantic but a calm and joyful experience. We'll definitely return for more.

Dinner was amazing. The customer service was impressive, and the food was very flavorful. My whole family loved it!

My wife and I celebrated 51 years of marriage at 12 cuts Brazilian steakhouse. It was an unforgettable experience that was enhanced by the service and the ambience of the place. Our server Paula and Marc were spot on in making the night a memorable one. As Brazilian steakhouses go, this was one of the better ones. The food was amazing and just kept coming. The salad bar was top-notch, but I can't overstate the treatment we received from our servers. As we were celebrating our 51 years we were gifted a dessert which we truly enjoyed. Pictures attached.

We've been coming to 12 cuts for years. The food and service are always fantastic. The quality of meats and the salad bar are top notch. It never disappoints. The happy hour is great as well as the ambience .

My friend and I wanted to try this spot out instead of going to our usual spot Brasao. We came for lunch right when they opened. Obviously it's a little less crowded for lunch, but I actually liked that. Our server was great, very attentive and pre bussed the tables accordingly, which I appreciate. The guys bringing out the selections of meat were great and brought out all the requests we had. The salad bar was decent in size and had numerous things to offer. Brazilian cheese breads... amazing. Pineapple amazing. My favorite cuts of meat were the filet mignon, garlic pichana, bottom ribeye and the lamb chops. We never actually saw the pork tenderloins or leg of lamb come out. The ribeye was a tad tough (I order medium rare for everything) and the spicy pichana was weirdly good. We didn't have to wait because it was lunch so the service was great. All in all a good experience, I honestly won't drive back out to come here only because Brasao ranks better in my opinion and it's closer (They offer shrimp, and a few other cuts that are prepared differently). However if you're close by do try it out. So far with my trying out of Brazilian steak houses here's my ranking. 1. Brasao 2. EG 3. 12 Cuts 4. Texas De Brazil 5. Fogo

Let me start by saying, they have some cuts of meat that are halal. It's nice to be able to take family out for the experience of a Brazilian steak house for those that do practice eating halal only. The servers will be able to tell you which cuts are halal when they bring them by. Based on cuts and seasoning of meat that were brought out, this place is probably my favorite of the Brazilian steak houses that I've been to. A crowd favorite was the spicy picanha which I haven't seen anywhere else. The other cuts we liked was the top sirloin, filet mignon, lamb chops, regular picanha, and garlic beef. Another crowd favorite in our party of 11 was the grilled pineapple. I was too busy stuffing my face to take any pictures once the meats rolled around. The salad bar isn't as extensive as it is at other places, but that's not a bad thing. They have some hot items at the buffet as well like soup and rice. They bring you mashed potatoes, the cheesy bread, and plantains as pallet cleansers. Service was really good. They asked if we wanted any specific cut and brought it out promptly. The wait staff cleared plates as we finished and refilled drinks quickly as well. This is the first place I saw that does complimentary refills on the Brazilin limeaide. Our server was friendly and attentive throughout our dinner. After we'd finished we hung back and talked for a bit and never felt rushed even though they were approaching closing. Over all we had a great experience.

If you're visiting Dallas, Texas, be sure to check it out! Enjoy a delicious selection of halal beef, lamb, chicken, and grilled pineapple with your family and friends. They have great selection salad as well

I am so glad that I found this Brazilian steakhouse through instagram. Comparing it to Fogo De Chao and Texas De Brazil, 12 Cuts is phenomenal and has to be the best Brazilian steak houses in DFW. I can't believe I've never been here but it's fantastic!! My experience was wonderful because of their customer service. As soon as you walk in, you are treated like royalty. You are greeted by professional servers who are friendly and warm. Our server did a fantastic job in the way he communicated and engaged with us. He explained the menu and connected with us personally so that he could meet our needs and gave us plenty of space because he could read us so well. They just make you feel special even if you aren't celebrating a special day. So kudos to the maî·tre d'hô·tel who is training the staff; GREAT JOB! Astetically, it's also elegant inside, and it's not a large place, so please make reservations. I arrived right around 5 pm, but soon after, the place was packed on a Thursday evening. I loved the buffet because the food was fresh, and the choices weren't overwhelming. They serve organic produce and meats and you can taste it. Its simple and delicious. The meats - wow! 10 out of 10! Flavorful, juicy, hot, and delicious. Everything is worth the price and then more. Now, please end your time here with dessert if you don't stuff your face with meats. I look forward to spending memorable events here in the future with my friends and family again. I had such a wonderful time that I even forgot to take lots of photos. Overall, great job, 12 cuts!!!

Just came out of here and I was impressed by the food and the taste.. only. I won't lie I felt a bit rushed.. like they were constantly cleaning the table and at one point almost carried a plate out that I was still eating out of ‍ .. Pls allow us to eat peacefully and when we are done we will leave. Also I noticed people of color were in one particular section. I thought we don't do that anymore in 2024. Anyways overall I rate the food an A+ but the service and the environment was C + based on the rush factor and the being looked at constantly like they wanted us to leave . Pls it's my birthday let me enjoy. Plus it's not $39.99 on the weekends. I was told only Mon-Friday. Which one one of the reason we came to begin with. Price was too good to be true lol..Manager claimed it's only for weekends.. I also asked if they honor the military discount and they did but because I asked for the lunch price and not dinner they took it off ‍. Either way it's fine.. I just don't like to be fooled by fake adverts and then when I come it's something different. Our reservation was at 2pm and not evening. Anyways lesson learned. Enjoy! If you still choose to go. Just don't be surprised if you are being starred down. It's cause you need to hurry and eat and leave .

It starts with the valet stand demanding you hustle out of your car and talking to our party with an aggressiveness that was uncomfortable and far from welcoming. In fact, no one said welcome. The wait staff barking orders to "use the tongs...you must use the tongs" added to my bad experience. Ignoring when our chips were red and interrupting us was not the worst. The small slices of more expensive cuts like filet and generous of ribeye was not the worst. The worst was the overcooked and dry meat. Pick another steakhouse in the area for a better meal.

I went to Dallas to visit with my friends and so happens to come across this restaurant on TikTok, after seeing 4.7 reviews on rating we thought to give it a tried but was disappointed by the management team because how rude he was toward us, food was decent the portion were small and not to mention the auto 20% tip that were added even though it was only 3 of us attending. To sum it up we never come back !

My father had sent us a reel on Instagram about 12 cuts and they didn't disappoint. We started out with a few drinks as well as mashed potatoes and plantains. The mashed potatoes tasted as if they came from an "instant" box and the plantains could've been cooked slightly more. As far the meats they were perfectly cooked and seasoned. My personal favorites were the lamb slice and filet mignon my least favorite of the meats were the ribs. They were overcooked and borderline burnt. The service was 5/5, the waiting staff were very attentive to our needs. As for the ambiance, the soft lighting, seating, and cleanliness made for a fabulous turn out on Friday evening.

Everything was great service and food. The food they were not frugal with the meat at all. I have been here twice and never been disappointed. Went to another Brazilian steakhouse cost more an barely got any meat. I was still hungry when we left. At 12 cuts they were flooding your plate with meat and sides. The cheese bread yum yum. Long tables To accommodate large parties and do not cram you together have plenty of space. They have specials so check them out.

En lo personal no me gustó, la comida, no creo que sea muy buena calidad. Prefiero un restaurante steak house como (Texas roadhouse), la atención del cliente es buena. Los sides de comida están bien. El precio está $$$. Pero lo importante es la carne y le doy un 6 de plano.

What I love about this restaurant is not only the steaks are superb, the service is great, and the atmosphere is very welcoming and elegant, but the owners are the most down to earth individuals I've seen. You can see their passion for providing great service, and making others feel important and welcome. They work alongside their staff, and always check on every single table even on a full weekend. Their Caipirinhas are very authentic and well made. Their Pao De Queijo is made fresh and always fluffy. Their Picanha is juicy and tender, and brought around consistently. If you want a local, authentic, Brazilian Churrascaría, this is the place.

Just wanted to try a different spot for Father's Day so booked an early reservation expecting to be a rush. Wouldn't have made a major difference though. We were seated immediately! And all of a sudden I turn over my green go card, and I'm getting every single one of their options within 5 minutes. I probably act like a savage. Was done within 20 minutes ha. I'll say my favorite was the garlic beef and the sirloin, not a huge fan of the lamb, but I'm not into the gamey taste. Nice salad bar and mashed potatoes, wish they had another side or too. Other negative was the single bottle coke instead of fountain, but overall really good place.

WOW! where do I start? My boyfriend and I have been to plenty of Brazilian steakhouses, but this place definitely takes our personal #1 spot. Not only where all the meats (especially garlic picanha) delicious, but so were the sides! Our personal favorite dish was the pineapple bc OMG, best pineapple we've had. It's a different level of caramelization. Because it was our anniversary, they gave us a dessert which was so kind! It was also absolutely delicious. The service was just as amazing! Everyone was so kind, caring and aware. Our waters were never empty, plates were changed, we were checked on the perfect amount! If you're in the area, definitely recommend going here! We live kinda far but will definitely come back due to our first time experience (:

Solid Brazilian restaurant experience. I don't have pictures to post because I was too focused on resisting the constant flood of meats and caramelized pineapple swirling around us. Red light, green light. It's much better than Squid Game and the rewards are more than just survival. USE THE RED LIGHT, folks. Do your poor stomach a favor. Or don't, and enjoy the cascade of protein deliciousness in the form of picanha, filet mignon, grilled chicken, flank steak, and if you're lucky, coração. Don't google it, just try it.

Amazing service, the staff is incredible!! Paula the manager is super sweet and helpful! We have been loyal customers to this place since it became 12 cuts after Rafain. We did several Christmas parties here for our company and it was amazing! Great work with the staff and the attention to detail

Food was Good .... Service was ok Nice upscale ambiance Meat was hot fresh off grill

I don't like restaurants that automatically add 20 percent to the bill. I should be able to decide what percentage to tip based on the experience and overall satisfaction of service. There are too many other Brazilian steak houses that don't do this. Will not return

The service was amazing. Before we needed anything, they were taking care of it. Very professional and friendly. The food was amazing. We ate a little too many sides because they were so good instead of just eating meat. The atmosphere was great as well. Quiet and clean. Very impressed.

Took my father in law here for an early bday dinner. We opted for the all you can eat of course. The salad bar was fresh and full of options. Once our green card was flipped we were showered with meats galor. My favorite was the shaved lamb , lamb chops , and ribeye. Paired with the grill pineapple , I'll be dreaming of this combo until I go back. All were cooked to perfection. The chicken was ok and the ribs were borderline burnt but I'm sure that isnt the usual. We also receive sides of some delicious cheese filled bread balls. They were seriously to die for. I was too shy to ask for the rest to go lol (also unsure if it was allowed). I scarfed it all down so fast I didn't get photos. The plantains were pretty good. I'm almost positive the mash potatoes were from a bag or box. They were gritty and it wasn't just because it was covered with Parmesan. I LOVE potatoes. And potatoes and steak are such a lovely combo but these I took one spoonful of and never touched again. Please do better with the potatoes. All in all I'll definitely be back. My pomegranate lemon martini was delicious. My espresso martini wasn't the best but still good . The bill for the 4 of us was pretty pricey, almost $400 (we did all get drinks also) so I would probably return for lunch next time.

The food and drink were great, but the management was shit. Me and my friends were enjoying our food and trying to finesse a lemonade drink. Besides, the waiter and especially the management were looking at us weirdly like they were prejudiced against us for dressing like a normal citizen. The manager smelled like he drunk a couple of cups of wine. He was staring at us like crazy even when we were checking out. The management charged us (three) for 20% gratuity, luckily my friend noticed it, told them and they erased it. As I was putting in tips, he still looks and stares at us, as I can see through the glass. Left and never coming back.

The best customers service. Great wait staff. Unbelievable delicious meats so good amd they melt in your mouth ! Ate too much but soon dang good!

The restaurant is elegant, and the food is excellent. I truly enjoyed the delicious dishes served there.

Oir first time to try 12 cuts and certainly won't be our last. The meats are good. I specifically liked the Picanha and lamb chops and grilled pineapple. We came lunch time on a weekday. It wasn't too busy. I loved how they had kept the meats coming. Staff service was excellent.

Always consistently good! Love this place! The food is AWESOME, the service is OUTSTANDING and the atmosphere is relaxing. Until my yummy margarita arrives. The chocolate lava cake is my favorite dessert of all the places I have been. They bake it hot and fresh. YUMMY!!

Above and beyond any Brazilian steak house we've had! Picana is amazing! Cheese bread is excellent! Ambiance service is amazing! Highly recommended

This place was phenomenal with the best service we have ever had. The food was incredible and the restaurant is very classy but patrons of casual dress were accepted too. We are fans of Texas de Brazil and fogo but wanted to try somewhere new. This place takes the cake!

This experience was one of the unique ones! The elegant dining place, the amazing hospitality, and the incredible atmosphere with the mix of tasting from a large variety of delicious cuts and rich salad bar... thank you Paula and your team!! We loved it!! From the twins S.A.H.

Went here for the first time and it was alright and nothing special. Customer service for the most part was good. They started to bring a lot of different meat at first, back to back, and then suddenly stopped until we asked for it. Not sure why but they should not stop on their own. Meat was mostly on the dryish side, little hard, and was not juicy. We asked for the medium and even that was not soft. I tried medium rare and it was soft but had a lot of uncooked meat. Place is conveniently located and had a lot of free parking spots.

We went there for my son's Birthday. It looked deserted at first them we saw cars parked in the back. We went in and was greeted by the hostess very nice young lady. The waitress came immediately and asked if we had been there , it was first time there. We went to the full salad bar, which looked fresh and very nicely done. We all got salads and they were very good. Beef stroganoff soup was tasty. The meat guys started coming and wow it was some well done meats. I tried everything they brought. Chicken, lamb , beef etc. Chicken was dry and over cooke but everything else was delicious. We had a chocolate desert for Birthday and we all shared it and it was great. The Restaurant was very clean and looked new inside very pleasant and comfortable surrounding. During our lunch many came buy to make sure all was going well. The Cheese Bread was great too!! Thanks we will be back.

Everything was great. All the food was good. Owner was present and chatted with tables. Would recommend.

Come to this place hungry...they bring lots of different kinds of meats to you and they're all excellent. There is a salad bar you can go to as well. We ordered the Brazilian lemonade and they refilled our glasses constantly, even if they were not close to empty yet. We went for our anniversary and noted this on the reservation, and at the end of the meal we were served a complimentary cake for the occasion...which we had to take to go because we were way too full to eat it at the time.

This place was amazing! All of the meat was very tender and flavorful, and had a nice balance with the salad bar. The best part of the night was when the staff brought out the grilled pineapple that was to die for! Great for big groups or a date night. Highly recommend this restaurant!

We usually go eat at Texas de Brazil but 12 cuts was much better! Great place with plenty of options for meat. We really enjoyed the spicy picanha and garlic beef. Can't go wrong with the extensive salad bar and cheese bread either. The staff and owners were extremely friendly, we were talking to them about how our dog at home loves eating bones. To our surprise, the staff sent us home with a few bones to give to our dog. The hospitality here is unmatched and hard to find in restaurants these days. Thanks again for the delicious meal and a great time!

Very nice environment, very nice staff VERY GOOD MEAT ! Coming in at lunch time definitely felt more casual that the typical experience at a steakhouse for dinner but nonetheless the staff was fantastic at being quick and attentive. They were serving the meat very frequently I never felt like I was looking around or waiting. Definitely would come back with family and friends!

Amazing Steakhouse with a wide selection of different cuts. All the servers were helpful in explaining what each cut was and the done-ness of each cut. Whenever i would ask for a specific cut they would bring it to me immediately. Great service and i definitely recommend.

Much better than Texas de Brazil. Less choices but better quality and service. The bread, the pineapple and the beef... wow

We arrived with a party of 6 during restaurant week. The entire experience was pleasant. The food was great and Luis and staff took wonderful care of us! We even had a question about a food allergy and another team member, Zach, popped over to assist. We watched all of the staff work together to serve the floor. Someone even started choking while we were there and staff responded quickly and professionally with the Heimlech, no hesitation. We will definitely return! Chef K. Boyd

First major departure with the yelp community. This is not 4.5 stars. Not even close. Chauma Gaucho is the gold standard in Brazilian bbq. It's a true 5 stars. This place is a solid 3 stars. First the good. The salad bar is decently stocked and very fresh. Only 4 salad dressings, that's ok. The service is overall fine, attentive. The issue is the meat. And that's why you're there. The color, texture and flavor are a bit off. It's almost like the meat was previously frozen and cooked up for service. Lots of red liquid on the plate, and a bit tough. We tried various rounds of ribeye, filet, and Picanha, all were just ok. Dinner for two, $150, lots of other options in this price range, will not be coming back.

The most underwhelming cuts of meat ever experienced. Im not sure what needs to improve. They either need to source their meat from somewhere else, improve on their cook techniques, add more flavor or something. The experience is plain unacceptable to the gaucho culture. Even more disrespectful to the meats itself and how theyre prepared. The meats come out sad and lacking flavor. It hardly passes being well prepared. When you try to savor it, the familiar flavors and experience of gaucho is just not there. You dont crave more. Theres no subtle crisp or smoky taste. Just bland and uncomfortably chewy. $84+ of disrespect to the meats. You are better off going to San Antonio and experiencing Brasao or Chama Gaucha.

Truly a wonderful place to dine! Beautiful restaurant. Very affordable without sacrificing the service or quality of the meats. I will definitely be back.

Went to dinner. Had a reservation at 6:30, got sat at 7:15. The food was just vacant. Very few choices, never came around, finally gave up. Then waited forty-five more minutes for the check. A three hour dinner and left hungry. Not like any Brazilian steak house I have ever been to. They also added a 20% gratuity that I would be fine with paying if they were worth it. They are not. Save yourself, go anywhere else.

Had like lunch here. Good brazilian steakhouse in addison are. Not as busy as Texas de Brazil or fogo so got better service. Also full meat selection available for lunch unlike Texas de Brazil for about $40.

Amazing food, amazing service! Our daughter said they made her feel like the queen. We came to 12 Cuts Brazilian Steakhouse tonight for a birthday celebration and it was grand. You start off with a well appointed salad bar. My personal favorites were the asparagus, brocollini, hearts of palm, mozzarella balls and their dressings - bold and flavorful. Next they brought cheese bread, fried polenta, roasted plantains and mashed potatoes. The cheese bread was cheesy through and through and the polenta was nice and crisp on the outside. Then started the rotation of meat, of which we enjoyed the picante, the top sirloin, the filet and lamb. The real treat, and the reason we came here instead of other like places was their cinnamon brown sugar roasted pineapple. I think we ate more of the pineapple than meat, well at least my daughter did. The pineapple is best right when it comes off the fire and it's still sizzling hot. For desert they brought a huge dish of creme brûlées on a plate that spelled happy birthday. The creme brûlées was perfect, it had a nice crispy caramelized sugar top and rich creamy inside in the perfect proportions. Take a bow, the meal and the service was exceptional! Thank you for a wonderful evening and for making this birthday special!