Rio Steakhouse and Bakery

We came here based on a recommendation from a friend. It was not good. We have a Brazilian steakhouse in Chattanooga called Rodizio and it is so much better. Rio is cheaper ($23.99 for lunch) than Rodizio ($49.99 for dinner), but I would pay the extra. We drove down from Chattanooga to try this place and hang out in the area for the day. We would not come back, even if we lived in the area. Pros: staff was nice. The girls at the bakery were friendly and gave recommendations. The atmosphere is casual. Everything looked clean. Cons: most of the meat was well done and very dry. All of the meat had the same flavor and it was a pretty strong flavor (tried the pork belly, brisket, top sirloin and picanha). The hot bar items were just okay. My husband is a meat eater and he only got one plate of meat. For him not to go back for more really says something. We bought two items from the bakery (slice of strawberry tres leches cake and a caramel swirl thing, sorry I don’t remember what it was called). The desserts *looked* amazing, but the ones we got were dry. The cake slice was the better of the two, but it was also dry. We only took one bite of the other dessert and left it. My husband said his favorite thing was the fresh cucumber slices. It just wasn’t our thing and we won’t be back.

We came here about 4 pm Sunday, very, very busy. The buffet line could be long. Just have some patience, three line for meat were great! The tables had a spinner for service, but it was pretty ignored. It took a lot to get drink refills a lot. The cheese bread was pretty awesome, and the house special steak was great with some lime to kick it up a notch 😋

This restaurant has some really great food! The service is good and the servers do well cleaning up after you before the table fills so you can get more food. I will definitely be back!

I went in not expecting much. Rio is in the shopping center up powers ferry across from Kroger. When I went I the place was backed. A little bar in the corner smells of meats bbqing and a smile on the hostess taking me to my table. She rattled off drinks and gave a list of fresh made juices. I settled on the mango juice with passionfruit and strawberry. The buffet was delicious and after dinner they showed me the desserts and took the time to declscribe them. I had a wonderful meal and delicious desserts for my late night snack.

Amazing place! The meat quality is great, the sides are super yummy. They also have good desserts and all servers are very kind and attentive. Love the $25 buffet!!!!!

We only had a short window to visit Rio Steakhouse and Bakery while passing through Marietta, but it left a strong impression! The atmosphere was vibrant for an early Saturday afternoon, and the staff was welcoming. We tried the coxinha and quindim — both were fresh and delicious. The place is clean, lively, and feels like a true taste of Brazil. Great for a quick stop or a full sit-down meal. We’ll definitely be back!

Lots to choose from. The is good at an incredible price; I had to make sure I was hearing correctly. Plus small children don’t pay which is a gift for parents like me that my child doesn’t eat much. He actually just started eating chicken for the first time, couple of days before. So, thank you Rio. If you’re looking for a Brazilian steakhouse with authentic food, whiteout breaking the bank, this is the place to go. And I’ve been to those ‘big name’ steakhouses; don’t flush your money down the toilet, go to Rio Steakhouse and Bakery in Marietta GA. We were passing by in our way to Florida, but I wish we had more time to eat. LoL

Río Brazilian Bakery is an absolute gem! The moment you walk in, you’re greeted with the delicious aroma of authentic Brazilian treats. Their pastries are always fresh, and the flavors take me straight to Brazil! But what really sets them apart is their incredible buffet, offering a wide selection of perfectly seasoned and juicy meats that you simply have to try. The staff is incredibly friendly, and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an authentic taste of Brazil!

Food is okay, but not great. Walking in you wouldn't know it's treated like a diner and you can sit wherever you please. There were a few of the homemade drinks out. I'll mention it, but I'm not gonna complain about it. Meat was subpar as it lacked in flavor/spices and was almost bland. Staff were nice they did their job.

Fresh selections daily and a variety of meats plus salad bar. Lots of seating and parking

I have the great fortune of being friends with a native Brazilian, and she brought me to Rio a few months ago for the first time. I must admit that I knew nothing of Brazilian fare beforehand, and now it's a point of great shame. I can't stay away from Rio. It calls to me like a siren. The picanha has taken its place in my heart as one of the greatest pieces of meat I've eaten in the city. The flavor of the garlic steak also rivals, if not trumps, the finest garlic filets of elite steakhouses across Atlanta. The staff could not be more friendly and attentive. The restaurant is clean and there is always room for many people to join. This is important, as you will be compelled to share this joy and experience with those you love. It is affordable as well, but I would pay much more for such EXCELLENT cuisine. I love Rio. I love picanha. I love my Brazilian friend.

THIS IS IT. FOGO, who? Iron Age, what? If you love steak, this is the place. It's a Brazilian steakhouse buffet that offers up all the deliciousness you could want. The place is huge and almost feels like a cafeteria so perfect for large groups and families. Service is quick and they keep everything very clean. Very efficient with clearing up your plates and refills. The buffet has salad options and some hot items but the star is obviously the meats. Everything is cooked by in a large rotisserie grill with lots of cuts of meats rotating on spit rods. You can specify what temp you want and they can find that for you. I also love that they have innards like chicken heart. Everything is simply seasoned with salt and it's delicious. Also very affordable at $25 for everything compared to $63 at FOGO for dinner so if you don't need the FOGO ambiance than I would definitely come here to get the meat sweats.

Didn't go here for the barbecue (although it smelled amazing in there). Tried two different cakes - the chocolate and the passion fruit as well as some smaller bakery items and the passion fruit mousse. Both cakes were amazing, really rich and flavorful and well priced. Service was also quick and attentive though a bit cold (maybe not the friendliest place for non Brazilians). Highly recommend as a dessert spot, to be decided on the barbecue.

Im so excited to have found a Brazilian buffet style eatery similar to what I have back up north, especially since this an ALL YOU CAN EAT. The buffet isn't super extensive but the options are versatile with some Brazilian staples like feijoada and salpico. Once you head to the meat counter you realize you do get a good bang for your buck. There's various types of meats but I think the must try's are the picanha, the pork ribs, chicken hearts, and definitely the pineapple. The staff is very friendly and will help assist you on how the restaurant works in case you're unfamiliar. This place is awesome for groups and solo diners. If you're somehow not filled to the point you want to take a nap, there's beautiful pastries and deserts on display from slices of cake to brigadeiros. I was told by the staff they even import their açaí from Brazil, it's not the smoothie bowls you get from the gentrified places. It's definitely a lively place with delicious food all around.

This is a cheaper version of fogo de chao, and i am not mad about it .! But the salad bar was mid but the food was great. The service was amazing and the ambiance was so much fun. We really enjoyed our time, and it was very good.

This is the best value of any Brazilian Steakhouse type restaurant. Avoid the flash and pizzazz of the big names and visit Rio. My daughter and I went on a little road trip to check out the Georgia Aquarium. While in town we were looking for a good place to eat and I decided we should try a Brazillian Steakhouse. All of the big names were super far away but Yelp led me to Rio and I am so glad. This place is awesome. This is the setup here. You find a table and a waiter comes by and takes your drink order. If you want the meats, there are no gauchos roaming looking for a green or red card. Instead, you walk up to the bar and tell the guy behind the counter what you want. They have all of the typical Brazillian Steakhouse fare. Get picanha and you won't be disappointed. Get the garlic picanha and you will be in meat heaven. There is also a bar for all the sides one would expect. Do not expect the super baller fancy pants bar like the big guys. Expect great sides that you serve yourself. But really, the sides are a distraction. Get the meat sweats. You won't regret it. In addition to great food, the prices are super reasonable. If you are a boujee person who needs a bunch of dudes roaming looking to give you meat, this is not the place for you. If you are a fan of Brazilian food, this is the place for you. Next time I am in the area you can guarantee I will eat here.

Rio is 5 stars in my books when in marietta this is my go to ! The service is amazing and they have a variety of buffet selections! Everything is always fresh and delicious! There is nothing like sitting on a wonderful patio drinking a cold beer and eating all the delicious meat you want ! I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant!

I'll start off with all the good things, service was great, and the place had an amazing aroma. The buffet wasn't too bad either, lots of good choices and semi authentic, (honestly just needed more seasoning). Also the bakery was stunning, lots of fresh baked goods and I wanted to try everything, beijinhos de coco was my favorite dessert. Now to the bad, the meat was very chewy, and sausage was over seasoned with salt, and it was the only thing with seasoning, really. And sadly the worst part was pao de queijo, that lump of cheese and bread sat under the heat lamp since the dinosaurs. Pao de queijo isn't something you mess up easily, I was sad. 5.3/10

This place is one of the best values for the quality of food you get for your money. Our favorite meat was pork belly and picanha, and you gotta get grilled pineapple. Their rice and beans was also yummy. Convenient location with plenty of parking. Weekday buffet including grill is $19.99 and weekends 21.99 They also have a breakfast buffet for $8.99. Im excited to check it out next. Oh they also have a bakery with a nice selection of cakes and pastries

One of the best cheap Brazilian steakhouses and hole in the wall place in ATL. On the outside, it looks pretty janky but that's how you know the food is really good. The service is friendly enough, you don't really interact with many of the workers since they don't have servers. The place is well-kept and tidy. The picanha cut, grilled pineapples, and chicken hearts are my most recommended items there. They also have a bakery that's not included in the AYCE.

Service was really good the meats were good a little salty for my taste ambiance pretty good!

Sooooo the best part of this meal is the grilled Pineapple and the chicken. I couldn't eat the black beans because they use some strange meat in them and I couldn't identify it.. the plantains were good too but idk if that was enough for me to come back!!! But the food was good. Very cafeteria like..

It's the same quality if not better than the really expensive Brazilian Steakhouses but, at a fraction of the price. I wouldn't say it's cheap but you are getting unlimited really expensive cuts of meat. Casual dining environment and also has a bakery attached to it. The rice and beans were actually crazy good. I couldn't believe the flavor. Love this place.

service was horrible!! servers have little to no training and seemed to catch attitudes for no reason and tried to argue serval times when we had cleared the issue up from the beginning. Very disappointed in this place cause I had high expectations especially for the reviews they withhold but left very disappointed the serves made sure of making the atmosphere very uncomfortable so 5 stars for them on that!!

Very nice place to eat. The food and service are very good. I really enjoy Brazilian churrasco and they have a good one here! The ambiance is a little crowded sometimes, but that's the price you pay for good food.

R and I came here for dinner tonight (Friday evening at 6:15 pm). This is a Brazilian steakhouse that offers AYCE for $19.95 per person, which includes access to their salads and sides buffet and the grilled meats. In addition, there is a bar and a bakery, both of which are not included in the AYCE deal. The bakery has so many items that look so good and decadent. Rio Steakhouse and Bakery is located at the end of a long strip mall. Parking is readily available in the free and large lot, and customers can find parking either in front or on the side of the restaurant. This restaurant can hold about 200 customers, and there are a lot of tables that seat either four or six people, and tables can easily be moved to accommodate multiple large groups (like there were tonight). We walked in and no one was there to greet us. We stood just inside the restaurant, and a young employee who understood and spoke English (many of the employees we found out as didn't speak nor understand English, but that didn't really bother us) explained to us that there is a salad and side buffet which has a lower price by itself, or we could get the entire AYCE plan which included all salads, sides and meats, which we opted to get. He told us that we could sit at any table. We walked to the buffet areas to see what was available, then sat down at a table. Almost immediately, another employee came by. We told him we just wanted water, and he told us that he'd bring our drinks while we got our food. I'm familiar with Brazilian steakhouses, so I was pretty focused on starting off with some rice, some beans and lots of picanha, grilled medium rare. As the meal progressed, I also tried the beets and some pork ribs ... and more picanha. All of the food was delicious, especially the picanha. The picanha was juicy tender, and was seasoned with just enough salt. All of the vegetables in the buffet looked fresh, but I didn't want to fill up on the salads or sides. Next time we come, I'll be sure to try more of the grilled meats, like beef ribs, chicken wings, beef brisket, beef sirloin and pork belly. It looked like servers were available for all customers. I liked that all of the servers, not just the main one assigned to us, were quick to take away dirty dishes from our table, and refill our water glasses. They also quickly cleaned up tables soon after customers left a table, and immediately got it ready for the next customers. This contributed to an overall clean restaurant. For the price you pay, you'll get a good experience.

Rio Steakhouse & Bakery was a pleasant surprise. It's located in a shopping center so there was plenty free parking. We popped in on a Saturday. The place was family friendly and packed. The tables are close together. There is also outside seating. There are two buffets to choose from (1) salad bar and hot buffet; or (2) salad bar, hot buffet, and steakhouse. (Hubby and I chose #2.) The steakhouse side included grilled chicken, pork, beef, and pineapple. The menu also offered ala carte sandwiches, pastas, tacos, and the like. The culture focused food was well seasoned and flavorful. My son loved the hamburger... it was packed with ham and potato sticks. The only downside is that service was sloooooow. Lots of staff standing around watching the patrons... but getting drink refills (and the burger) took forever. I'd still recommend...

First time customer. We had 18 people for a friends birthday celebration. Sat outside. Ordered food and drinks. You can imagine the number of beers and plates for food. The waiter was oblivious. The table was full of empty bottles, glasses, beer buckets etcetera. We had to clean up and consolidate as much as possible to have a clutter free table. We had to ask the waiter to remove these items so we would have room. My experience tells me that there was a minimum of training or no training at all. Sad. You never get a second chance to make a first impression.

It was okay but not worth $25 for the buffet unless you're someone who likes eating a side of beef at a single meal. The sides were good but not amazing. I definitely would not drive out of my way for this place. If you want good beef get a serious ribeye with great sides at Longhorns. Your money would be better spent at Longhorns. Rio has a self serve buffet but servers are prompt with the drinks and the place is clean. It's not fancy. This is not a fine dining experience. We tried 3 of the desserts at the bakery. The items were not cheap. The flan was a 7 out of ten. The coconut jelly roll cake was old, stale and hard. The chocolate "truffle" was a chunk of passable fudge. Not coming back. Sorry. The staff was lovely though,

Update to my previous post. Today I managed to go in time for the buffet which starts at noon. I was there at 12.30 and the place was PACKED!! People were happy because of the great food. Staff were attentive even though it was crowded. The line to get food was orderly, everyone managed to get what they wanted from the buffet line because it was constantly stocked/refilled. The meats were fantastic, tasty and juicy. The staff grilling the meat were friendly and patient. They took the time to wait for anyone to decide what they wanted. By 1.30pm, the crowd grew even more, people were waiting at the main door for tables. No one was nasty, everyone was patiently waiting. A very pleasant environment over all... Will be back again.

I have been to Brazil and this restaurant is as close as it gets. I love the fact that you can pay for the plate by the pound. This way I don't overeat as much as I would. The food is great. A must stop in Atlanta. Eles falar português.

Great customer service and environment! Many choices of meat to choose from! I truly enjoyed my experience!

When you're looking for a fogo de chao type ayce spot at a decent price, look no further than Rio. At Rio you'll have a ayce buffet and grill (extra cost for grill access) where you'll find at the buffet salad, pork, beans, plantains, and some pork. At the grill however are the good where you can get steak, ribs, wings, brisket across beef, chicken, and pork. Meats are generally well cooked - some pieces can be a bit burnt and others a bit salty but overall, it's good quality and the servers are making sure you get the cut you want at the wellness level you want it. About 20-25 per person depending on weekday vs weekday and grill or without grill.

Good food, and nice buffet, but the all you can eat no longer includes the meats like it used to- Now they charge by the pound. Still worth it, though.

My first time, and I had hoped the beef would be cooked to perfection. This can be a great value but the meat is well charred. Agree, the salad bar is very small as others mention.

Great food and service. For the price you can't beat it. Salad ,hot bar and steakhouse great selections. Fogo can't be beat for their meat, but the sides here are just as good if not better in my opinion especially considering the price.

The food was ok.... Not memorable... the beef was all very hard and chewy not tender. We came in at 3 for lunch and some of the meats were already out. Grandma couldn't chew any of the beef from the grill. The staff is super friendly but the food was disappointing... will not be returning. My grandma and I shared a plate of meat and we didnt finish it we sure will take it to the dogs...

I ordered the acai bowl and asked for a small. There's no pricing or pictures so I had no idea what to expect but figured it would be like a small dessert at any ice cream/smoothie place. Nope, this was huge and it was $15. There goes my good intentions of only splurging a little bit on dessert! haha minus a star because it's $$$ & lack of pricing upfront. The dessert was delicious. Tip: You don't need the sweetened condensed milk that comes with it, it's sweet enough.

If I could give a -star I would. The food has absolutely no flavor, the cakes are old and dry. The Resturant part is unclean, the high chairs appeared to have never been wiped down. And this post COVID. The food is buffet style and it was all lack luster and over priced. Would not return.

Came to this steakhouse for the first time with friends and it was really good! The food was very delicious and affordable. Service was good, they were very accommodating made sure we had everything. We sat outside the steakhouse and really enjoyed it, as the weather was just right too. Highly recommend this place!

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Very good. They supply loose gloves and separated silverware. (Yay!) The staff wear masks and do their best to take care of you. The meat isn't salty, price is agreeable, I just wish it wasn't so bright in the room. The strawberries are not trimmed and they were super acidic. These things looked huge, and it's due to the layer of coconut encompassing them. (Don't forget to try the different side dishes and desserts!) Next time I go I'll have to get one of their little beer towers!

Rio is the place where you can be a regular and make good memories... This is a place we used to go every weekend with friends and enjoy good food and good company... Flied back to Atlanta for nostalgia and Rio was at the top of our list without any doubt.... If there is any Brazil game while you are there, you will have an unforgettable memory, especially if it is a critical game like World Cup... Food is great as well as dessert, our regular pick is always picanha but we are here more for the cozy environment that makes you feel like you are with family...

The meat and selection was decent. Don't eat the sides. I only ate the meat, white rice and fried bananas. The bakery was great. The chocolate covered strawberries and the flan was awesome!

Lime caipirinha is 10/10 everytime. The buffet offers several options, so every time can be a different experience. I've had multiple sit downs here and I've never been disappointed. There is a language barrier with some of the waiters/waitress, but it doesn't effect the experience at all. All the employees are very caring and make you feel welcomed.

Minus one star for inconsistency in restaurant covid policies. Food quality is 4/5, good for the price. Service is 4/5, good for the price. E X P E R I E N C E First time doing in house dining, during covid. Third time here I think? 3 of us came on a Sunday around 1pm. Covid policies: they have signs on the tables saying "do not use this table" in english and in spanish. So they are trying to seat customers in every other table. However we saw two tables of customers that were sat at these tables. Not cool. On the door, they have a sign that says not to enter if feeling any symptoms. Also it looks like most of the customers in house, aren't wearing masks. All the employees are wearing masks but half the employees are wearing the masks incorrectly. (Their nose are hanging out.. or their masks is under the chin). If the company is enforcing masks on their employees, then they must wear them correctly, or else don't enforce it? F O O D At the grill, get the pineapple and the picanha medium rare. Picanha is the best, most flavorful, tender beef meat. It has a beautiful crust. Picanha is strong in flavor so eat it w the pineapple. It'll off set that strong flavor and give you some light relief. Change in taste. At the buffet, the lasagna, spaghetti, roasted banana, rice and beans, were all really good. I can't speak for the bakery. I didn't order it this time. Doesn't look too appealing to me but there are a few customers that go up and buy some to bring home. Water x2 Coke x1 Make sure you get your own utensils at the buffet line. P R I C E For salad, hot bar and grill: Weekend price is 17.99 Weekday price is 16.99

This has been the best buffet I ever been to. One of my friends suggested this place and it did not fail us at all. It is all you can eat. They have buffet with Brazilian dishes and salad. You can add the Grill buffet as well. There is so many options from chicken, grilled pineapple, pork and steak sirloin! And then they have bakery in the same area purchases from the bakery will be a plus charge on whatever we order. Of course, We had to get Coxinha! On our way out we grabbed slice of their delicious desserts We plan on coming here ever Sunday to be honest. The price WAS AMAZING. I think if you do just salad bar area with sides is $15.99 and if you do the meats + salad line its $19.99 !

I was pleasantly surprised by this steakhouse. I'm used to Fogo de choa or Texas de Brazils high prices for this good of a selection of . I ate endless amounts of Picanha for less than $30. I had like 3 plates plus the grilled pineapple is unbelievably delicious. You must give this place a try asap. It's a hidden gem right here in Marietta and it took me 6 years to discover it because my army buddies wanted to get what we call THE MEAT SWEATS

Great food, plenty of seating, amazing bakery and overall pleasant atmosphere! Out of the numerous Brazilian Steakhouses I frequent, this is one of my favorites!

This place should be called the Picanha steak house because that's the only thing that's actually really delicious. The bar is decent with mostly tasteless salads , and of course they have no bread . At least not with this visit . Rio you should really take some meats off the menu for instance BBQ brisket ? That idea is indefensible and painful to chew and it didn't get any better with the tri tip. for heaven sakes please don't serve raw pork sausages !! That was a food felony it's an Olympic level of stupidity. Look I don't want to get some weird pork worm and die a slow public painful death. It's an easy fix guys . You already like burning meat so this the same to the sausage . The service was spectacular, nicely done ladies .. they kept the tables clean and kept changing the plates . The service is the only reason I added 3rd star. The rice ,black beans and picanha is great . I would say try this out for yourself it's not great but it's not horrible either.

My wife is Brazilian and this is the best churrascaria for the price in the Atlanta area!

Not a fan, spaghetti was awful and filled with green olives. The beef stew and rice was bland. I didn't try the grill. Maybe it was just the buffet items. Won't be returning.

Fist time here and had an amazing time, most of the people here are from Brazi, really really friendly folks, I will return because I had a great time and hope you too have a good time.

Inside a retail strip center that emanates delicious meat smoke (if you're into that thing), this restaurant has simple interiors and seating but make it up for their delicious AYCE (all you can eat!) MEATS, etc. [If you want something to-go, no problem, they charge you per pound] The lines can get long but it moves fast because their employees are on top of things. Though don't expect a high end salad bar and traditional sides brought table side but they have it pretty alright!

I wasn't sure what to think about this place based on the mixed reviews on food and service. Regarding service, the servers were really nice to us and cleared our used plates efficiently. Regarding the food, I think it was really good value - $15.99 for AYCE Brazillian BBQ. The grilled meats were definitely on the salty side- they add salt to the giant skewer of meat after cutting you a slice. My favorite was the picanha and the grilled pineapple. The beef ribs were hit or miss. There's also a hot buffet and small salad buffet. I wish the cheese bread rolls were served warmer- these could have been really good. As long as you don't come here expecting a fancy sit-down/expensive place like Fogo de Chao, I believe you will leave satisfied.

$17.99 lunch rodizio. Wow. The meats are fresh cut to order. Was a little difficult getting a rare peice though. Salad bar was nothing to write home about, but the star is the meat anyway. No waiting in line, especially at 1:30 on a Wednesday. Staff was really friendly and helpful. There are a few Brazilian all you can eat places in the immediate area and this is my favorite The table hot sauce has a great lime kick. The bacon wrapped chicken was moist and well seasoned. And the breads (which I usually avoid) were bakery quality. Staff was all speaking Portuguese so authenticity assured. Not fancy like Fogo de Chao, but not nearly as expensive and just as tasty (and filling!)

Hands down! Rio has some of the best Brazilian food I've had. I was greeted with warm smiles as we entered the restaurant. The restaurant is spacious and can accommodate large parties. This place is AYCE for $15.99. There are 2 buffet carts. 1 for your cold salads and one for your sides. Then you walk over to the grill where all the meats are. They offer a huge variety of meats from hearts, to ribeye. There are numerous coolers with baked good, cookies, and pastry as well. Overall- I like this place much better than Fogo. I can tell they used ancient recipes.

What a great place with great food and amazing staff. The price vs value and quality is great. The deserts amazing