Show De Carnes express

Lucky find by accident. We were headed to Fenton’s creamery next door, but the menu did not appeal to us. Saw this on Google Maps and it had such a high rating so I had to check it out. Wowzerzzzzz!!!!! It was awesome delicious!!!! My girlfriend and I split the Picanha steak platter with 5 pieces of top sirloin on a sizzling platter, white rice, black beans, chimmichurri sauce, and fresh Maracuya Passionfruit juice. So authentic and very good. Service was even authentic with Brazilian Portuguese-speaking servers. Legit place and fast service. Highly recommended! Deserves the 5 stars I am giving.

Great taste, a must in the area. The meat was tender and cooked perfectly to the point. The plantains and black beans were superb, absolutely delicious, I will come back just to get those. The place is clean and quiet and it's location is very convenient, just in front of the park. The portions are vast and easily feeds 2, so good value for your money.

What a lovely place where you're treated with care and feel like family because the owner himself is always available if you need anything! The menu is excellent. I recommend this place to all my friends.

We ordered the chef special. The beef was exceptionally tender and tasty. The Grench fries were pretty good. The staff was very attentive. I did not see an option for something like a green salad, which would have been wonderful. There was a poster for a passion fruit dessert, but it wasn’t available. ( Bummer.)!

We had a fantastic late lunch. Rodrigo made great suggestions for our group of three. After asking us how we prefer our steak, he personally cooked our meal and it was excellent! I've had Brazilian food many times, but at chain restaurants. Pichahas was so much better. The flavors melded so well together. We don't know the Vacaville area, we wanted steak and we like to eat local. We will be back again when we return this way. I loved this meal.

The food was amazing here. please get the cashew juice and fried polenta!

The picanha steak is fantastic. The vibe is very down to earth. The lamb chops were fantastic and so were a few other dishes. The picanha steak (and probably ribeye) are the best items and the chimicurri sauce was fantastic. Located in the heart of the Nut Tree plaza near Fentons, Fujis, etc. Parking is average, and can be difficult during peak hours. If you eat with a family, it's best to get the platters versus the individual orders. Nice the cheapest option, but nice to try once in a while- the meat is fantastic.

I come here for the beef stroganoff. It is one of my favorite dishes in the world, and I love the Brazilian version as much as the European versions. I used to work in Brazil, and the last meal I would have, before leaving each time, was beef stroganoff in the Rio de Janiero Airport. Show de Carnes beef stroganoff takes me back to that time. What more could one ask for.

Man, where do I even begin... this place is not only the best place to have not only extraordinary food but the most amazing service in all Vacaville ! Seriously the people here treat us just as if we were family. Truly amazing people and the Tres Leches cake is a must have after any of their amazing food plates ! Please please please. Do not miss the chance to come here ! The Ambience is so amazing here and can not wait to come back here

Glad we finally tried this place out! Can't go wrong with Rice and Steak! We ordered the Picanha Steak Platter (feeds 2-3ppl) which came with rice, black beans, chimichurri and vinaigrette which kinda reminded me of a poco de gallo without the lime or cilantro either way it went well with the steak! Steaks were cooked to our liking and flavored well also enjoyed the sliced onions that came with our sizzling platter of meat. Services was good we were greeted soon as we walked in, wasn't busy so we got a seat right away although there is limiting seating if your a larger group, but they do also have outdoor seating.

First time coming in here. The food was great! The steak was delicious and I think it's family owned. They were all friendly and fast service. It's a little pricey but it's worth it! Definitely coming back! Highly Recommended!

I come here for the beef stroganoff. It is one of my favorite dishes in the world, and I love the Brazilian version as much as the European versions. I used to work in Brazil, and the last meal I would have, before leaving each time, was beef stroganoff in the Rio de Janiero Airport. Show de Carnes beef stroganoff takes me back to that time. What more could one ask for?

My favorite place for some delicious steaks! I recommend the Picanha Family Steak Meal. It comes with about 5 steaks on a sizzling platter with rice and beans. The price for this meal is a bargain. It is located in the Nut Tree Shopping Center near Fenton's Creamery. Employees are always nice. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. They do either close on holidays or close early, so make sure you check if they are open before you go on a holiday. If you like the offerings at a Brazilian Steak House, but don't want all-you-can-eat, then come check this place out.

Sadly, think Inflation has gotten to this place too. We were here in December for my birthday for the first time and loved this place, with the same people we left full. This time the food has definitely shrunk while prices went up. We ordered the Picanhas Steak last time and their were pretty large and filling at $49.99 it was worth coming here! This last trip, unfortunately, was a bit lack luster our steaks were so small maybe about 75% of last time and one of the 5 was so small you could take 2 of them to make what it used to be and they raised the price $10. I want to add that our steaks this time were cut so thin, I almost want to say my carne asada from a Mexican place was cut thicker than my steak. They had something going on with the kitchen that the whole place filled with smoke so we had them move us outside. I will say flavor wise this place is great, but for what you get I'm a bit saddened. Definitely a shadow of what it used to be. I want to say, with what I experienced this time around, unfortunately we probably won't be back again.

Excellent medium rare picana steak, and beef stroganoff. We got an array of items to share and we enjoyed not only the meats, but the sides were also excellent such as the fries, beans, and rice (what are they putting in those beans?!) Service and staff were excellent as well, looking forward to trying the rest of the menu!

Food was excellent and service was really attentive. Not pretentious steakhouse, just well grilled steak and good food.

Well, I always like to give folks a second chance to make things right...but like a poor marksman, these guys kept missing the target of delivering a satisfying dining experience. It's no wonder that we were the only clients there. FYI: They changed their name to PICANHA's EXPRESS. The menu-font was microscopically small to read. They said that they were getting new menus, and the take-out menus were all they had. I ordered a ($36) ribeye -medium. That seemed very-steep for a bistro-sized restaurant....but I wanted to give it a try, to see if the food was exceptional. My wife had the steak & eggs. My steak came out super-rare (dark-red throughout...no pink at all). I pointed this out and the explanation was that their normal chef was not in that evening, and the other guy was (essentially) learning how to cook. To the apprentice's credit, he got it right on the 2nd-try. I was willing to overlook this. My wife's steak was paper-thin. The eggs likely packed more protein than the sliver of meat below. Then, when it came time to settle-up was when the real fun began: THEY DID NOT BRING OUT A RECEIPT TO REVIEW. Rather, they cheerfully brought out their card-reader first, and we got our receipt texted to us afterward. Now, we were aware of the 5% increase, unappealingly posted all over the dining room. However, when we tallied the numbers later, my wife's meal had a 6% increase...mine was 10%.....not the 5% as posted. Furthermore, they did not inform us of an additional PASS-THROUGH FEE of 3.2% -as required by law to be conspicuously posted. It was not. We won't be going back and we'd recommend that you spend your $$$ somewhere else. McDonalds would be a better dining experience.....

Our new steak-loving family favorite! Delicious, family-style alternative to more expensive AYCE places like Galpao. The family that runs this place are lovely people and we drive from American Canyon to eat here regularly :)

My husband kept raving about this steak place In Vacaville. I was expecting a fancy steak place, but it's a Brazilian family restaurant. All I can say is Delicious!!!!! The flavor of the steak was the best I ever tasted and I love how they char the fat of the steak as well. Melts in your mouth (I am salivating just thinking about it) that you just want to eat the steak with your fingers to make sure you get all the flavor on you and not left in the plate. I loved the beans and rice with the steak. Only way to eat steak in my opinion. It also comes with fries but I opted to not get it. The dessert was so good as well. The service was great and ambiance was fair. Nothing fancy. But who cares when you have great tasting food to enjoy. Can't wait to go back.

The food is good, but not spectacular when compared to higher end Brazilian steakhouses. We each got a plate for a total of 4 entrees: 2 Ribeye and 2 Picanha. Ribeye is supposed to be a premium cut, but the Ribeye Plate was average. In my opinion, the meat looked sad. Medium and medium rare was requested, but both steaks were undercooked. The Picanha Steak Plate was a step above the ribeye. It had more flavor, visible grill marks, and looked more llke a steak. Medium and medium rare was requested and delivered. I called 2 hours ahead to book a reservation for 6:30pm on a Saturday. I was asked to provide my name and phone number, and I was told it was confirmed. Upon on time arrival, there was no indoor table available. Outside seating was open but no one was dining in the cold weather. Sadly, the reservation was not administered because we had to wait 25 minutes for an indoor table. The staff was apologetic, however, it was not a good impression for our first visit.

I highly recommend this restaurant! The food is delicious and always fresh, and the service is excellent. I come here often with my family, and we always have a great experience.

I am pleased to say that my experience has improved significantly since my older review. The steak Picanha plate is the greatest value and it is a very shareable portion too! The prices for other items is ridiculous though. How much for those cheesy bacon fries? Over$20 bucks? Ummm cuckoo! The Coxinha is delicious but to pay over $20 bucks for an appetizer is also bonkers! I can go to Richmond and pay half that for the quality, quantity and taste. That said, I'm a huge fan of the Picanha Steak & highly recommend it as the customer service is excellent and friendly overall.

We sat outside and was given your paper menu. When we went inside to pay, the price for our meal was more than what was stated on your menu. When I brought it to the cashiers attention, he pointed to a sign on the wall saying there had been a 5% food price increase. I advised that we sat outside and did not see that prior, and in any case should have been advised by our waiter, which we were not. When I said that, the cashier said sorry he should have told you. He also mentioned how they weren't going to update their menus everytime a price changed... isn't that what restaurants do?? If you check their website, the pricing for their dishes are outdated more than their menus. Updating a website is free, so it's hard to believe that they care about updating it anywhere. No price adjustment or anything. While i understand the reason for the price increase due to inflation I think it extremely shady to not update your menu or advise your customers of such a change! Regarding the food, everything lacks seasoning. You get the steak platter to share and the amount of beans that come out is a serving size for one. I was already planning not to come back but after the shady pricing on their mediocre food, it basically solidified that choice for me moving forward.

We walked in on one of the hottest days of the year and omg the AC was not working. My family sat down before I could tell them to stop and turn around, and they didn't seem to want to leave so I just relented and sat down. Now I know what it's like to dine in hell. We ordered the picanha steak platter and shared it and it was a decent steak and the chimchurri sauce made it really nice. The rice was light and fluffy and the beans were ok. We ate sooooo fast cuz we wanted to get out of there, since our shirts were getting drenched with sweat. I felt bad for the staff having to work under these conditions. One thing amiss is they coulda thrown in some free drinks or something to make up for the miserable dining experience. But now I know what I would do next time I walk into a place with broken AC. I would yell "STOP!" and ORDER the family to turn around and skedaddle!!

Food and service are great. Owner and his son are at the restaurant were there when I went there. I eat there often and the quality is superb every time.

Delicioso la atención excelente la comida riquísima, he ido muchas veces y seguiría volviendo lo recomiendo ‍

Had a great meal here. Was craving Brazilian but didn't want to do all you can eat and Pampas in Vacaville and Pampas wasn't very good so I decided to try this spot. So much better than Pampas! A generous portion of food. The staff were very nice. Perfectly cooked medium rare picanha. Come to find out this is one of a few other well-rated Show De Carnes in the Bay Area. This one just happens to be a smaller not all you can eat one. This place is worth stopping in and grabbing a meal they even have two person meal deals.

My family and I try to eat here at least once a month! We usually get the ribeye, medium rare, for two and add veggies--which is perfect for a family of three. Everything is always so flavorful and hits the spot. We love their assortment of wine, too. If you look up at the different screens above, they show beautiful photos of the dishes, which help if you're having trouble deciding. The aroma of food when you open the door is, by itself, captivating--you know you're in for something good the moment you step inside. Always a 10/10 dining experience!

Coming here and stumbling upon this little gem was not on our bucket list for today but i'm glad we stopped by here instead of kiki's next door. Ive been to the larger chain where they do the all you can eat although to my surprise this was not the same. With an actual menu with different options that all looked delicious. We decided to stick with something simple just incase we didnt enjoy it but it was so good! The picanha steak plate was the PERFECT serving size . Cooked to my perfect medium alongside the rice was a great combination. The rice had a bit of flavor that wasnt too over powering and the steaks were a good standard size which came with 2 . Usually places that serve steak cheap out on the portion but gladly they didnt here. Rodrigo was super nice and attentive with us, refilled our drinks, made sure everything was perfect. He explained a little about the place and its background which is always nice to hear! He made us feel welcome as young customers we usually feel like people dont like to serve us because of the discriminatory "youth dont tip" mentality a lot of servers have but he made us feel so welcome and never felt rushed or unwanted around. We will definitely be back when in the are!

Love the steak house the steak is very flavorful and tinder I like the mashed potatoes I wish they had gravy.

Another great dinner from Show de Carnes Express. I ordered the picanha steak plate, coxinha and passion fruit drink. The food was amazing and so flavorful. The coxinha tasted great. Fried lightly with the best filling. The passion fruit drink tasted so good and refreshing. Staff is always friendly here.

Worst part is not knowing about this place sooner. One of the best steaks I've had. Smell, look and taste all match. Very good and they have good portions too. Picanha chefs special is a MUST!!!!

Amazing food. We got the chef special which was enough for 2 people! We switched out the fries for mash potatoes which was an extra charge but it was delicious! The food came with a large plate of meat, rice, and a usually fries. I am still thinking about this meal! They also provide the table with hot sauce that is made in-house. Ambiance was pretty nice. It's a smaller restaurant but good amount of seating. Their ac is currently broken but it'll get cooler soon so it doesn't bother me that much.

My sister and niece were visiting and wanted to have steak on a random Monday afternoon and this place has pretty good reviews so we decided to try it out. The restaurant seems like it has been there for quite some time now and the menus were old and frayed but the interior is kept clean and tidy. It is pretty tight inside but they have a few tables outside. It was pretty chilly but they had warmers available. My niece got one of their steaks and the portion was beyond generous! She said her steak was cooked to her liking but not seasoned well enough. I ordered the beef stroganoff and I liked it very much, I will return here just for that. We didn't have to wait long for our meals and our server was a nice older gentleman who constantly checked on us.

Not a very big place but the food was super good. Services is fast, customer services could be a little better on being more engaged with the customers. Seems like they only have 1 server for the whole restaurant the time we went. I really have no complaints on the food at all. everything we got was delicious and hot. Large menu for anybody to enjoy something. Appetizers: french fries (Batata Frita)- 8/10 cant never go wrong with fries loaded with cheese and bacon fried polenta- 4/10 it was yummy but would love a sauce to eat with, very dry beans- 8/10 I am a bean fan but nothing out of the ordinary with the beans but good flavor and salted wel. Entrees: Pichanha steak- 11/10 bomb... flavor was on point, meat was nice and tender now we had to ask for the chimichurri sauce and lets say they were stingy. Beef stroganoff- 7/10 okay with the flavor but sort of a sweeter taste with this meat. I would for sure come back to see more of the food options

Restaurant; it was very very clean. The bathroom although small was well kept and clean even towards end of day. No funk at all. Nice decor but the silverware seemed really dated like from the 60s. Service: waiters were pretty knowledgeable and kind really seem to like their job so that helps a lot. Pretty decent. Food: food was pretty good. If you want just some meat some steak that is flavorful and cooked pretty good you can't go wrong. Portions are pretty good priced decently I would say a little bit on the high side but not crazy high. The chimichurri was terrible though. It wasn't fresh and good chimichurri is always good when it's fresh this chimichurri had no bite no flavor no acid it didn't have any fresh parsley in it and you can tell because it was like a dark green not bright at all and that's disappointing you really need that to accent the meat. Side dishes were okay satisfactory nothing special.

Wasn't sure what to expect when we walked in. They had a menu board like it was an "order at the counter and find a seat" food establishment. The menu was very robust in size, like it was a leather bound chapter book. They had various items to select. Pricing seemed very steep for what the ambiance was. Husband and I started a ribeye and got extra sides just in case it wasn't enough for us. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food that appeared on the table. The service was good. Our server was friendly and attentive.

This was my first time eating here! We chose to celebrate my Godson's birthday! It was packed at 2:30pm. So get there early because they ran out of the Ribeye Steak. They had one left and we let the birthday boy have it! The service was friendly! With the crowd of people and a few servers I take my hat off to them because they did a wonderful job! The young man who stepped in to help our server was great! The Manager or Owner came out to greet us and apologized for running out of the Ribeye Steak. The food was good at a reasonable price and you get a good portion. I enjoyed the Breaded Tilapia with rice, mixed vegetables, and the pineapple Juice drink was amazing! The inside space looks bigger on the pictures, but it was accommodating and intimate. The outside seating was beautifully arranged and perfect for warm weather. My group all enjoyed their food. We will be back for seconds! FYI turn in by the Carousel or you will drive in circles.

Service was very good. Food was pretty good, we ordered the mixed plate that had filet mignon, chicken and sausage. This platter was yummy as everything was cooked to perfection and seasoned well. The chef's special was the picanha steak. This was delicious however, it was too salty. Fries were excellent and the plantains were delicious. The server checked in on us plenty and asked for feedback on the food, we told him that steak was too salty. He apologized and knocked a few percentage off the bill. Excellent waitstaff as he upfront and willing to accept feedback. Definitely will be back to try other items on the menu.

Being married to a Brazilian, I'm so grateful to have Show de Carnes Express in town! The food here is fantastic, with high-quality meats cooked perfectly every time. The picanha is hands down our favorite--tender, flavorful, and truly authentic. Unlike traditional Brazilian churrascarias where you leave stuffed to the brim, sweating meat, and feeling like you need a trip to the ER, this spot is refreshingly different. It's an order-off-the-menu experience, which lets you enjoy each dish without overdoing it. We also love the outdoor seating, which is dog-friendly--perfect for bringing our pup along on nice days. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, making every visit enjoyable. Our only small complaint is that we wish they stayed open a bit later, and had Brazilian beers (they only have domestic offerings) but that doesn't stop us from coming back. If you're looking for a relaxed, authentic Brazilian meal, Show de Carnes Express is a must-visit!

Most impressed I've been with restaurant food in a long time! You can really tell everything is quality and made to order. We got the "Chef's Special" plate which comes with their Picanha steak on a sizzling bed of grilled onions. For the sides it comes with their rice and fries. All things were amazing!! Plenty for 2 people to share and feel satisfied. Service was great and professional as well. We were checked on multiple times throughout our meal. The restaurant itself is cozy and welcoming. We will definitely be back here, can't believe we waited so long to try it!

I have been wanting to go to their real restaurant but this is a good start. I love their lamb chops though i find their jelly mint too sweet. The fried tilapia fillet is a lot and really meant for sharing. The chef's choice meat is a little dry and bland. Service is quick and there is enough space inside.

It was our first time and we had the best experience. Cristiano was excellent, he was so attentive and knowledgeable about everything! The food was delicious, the meat was extremely tasty and the atmosphere was great too. Love it!

My mom and I finally tried this spot and it was an amazing experience! The service and food were absolutely terrific. We were greeted so kindly by the waitress and were seated immediately. Started off with a house salad with their house dressing ranch and the salad was so fresh and crisp! We then ordered the Chefs Special and ordered a side of black beans and chimichurri. I was so shocked that the chefs special came with rice and fries, along with the meat as well! The prices here are the best and can't find better anywhere else! All of the staff were super friendly and made our experience the best! Definitely coming back!

Traditional Brazilian flavors. Well flavored beef and rice. Cozinhas were delicious! Good and very friendly service. Worth a visit!

Multiple times here! Never disappoints! The staff is so friendly- like family. Picanha platter is always a great choice. Ribeye platter is my go to!! We brought our little dog and enjoyed the outdoor seating. The atmosphere is casual. For weekend dinner, try to come by 5-6pm... it is consistently full during dinner time on the weekend...or come at 7:30 - 8pm. Note, take your time. The food comes out quick, but don't rush them. It's worth the wait. Also, The pay system is a little quirky- After you eat, go to the register and they'll show you the bill to pay. It works, it is just different. Come for the food!

Attentive staff, great food, generous portions. The meat was delicious! Flavored perfectly. Great value. I just wish I could have a cocktail with dinner. They have wine and beer, but I do live a good cocktail.

Good but nothing special. Food was good, but nothing was amazing and "we have to get this every-time" Food was good but overall almost bland at best and just sprinkled with flaked salt.

My fiance picked this place out to take my mom. We got there an hour after opening and I feel like we might have been the first customers as there was no one else there. The restaurant is a Brazilian eatery with a small menu. I ordered Beef stroganoff which came with rice and shoestring potatoes. Fiance ordered the chicken stroganoff, and mom got the sauteed shrimp and veggie. We additionally ordered fried plantains and polenta. I loved the beef stroganoff, but I added a bit of the mystery hot sauce and it was incredibly spicy. I think it was habanero. Fiance thought the chicken in his stroganoff was tough, and my mom loved her shrimp. The fried plantains were so good as well as the fried polenta but I think it would have been nice to dip it in something? I knocked one star for a long wait at the end of the meal. The hostess asked us if we wanted a box and we said yes. Think we waited like 15-20 minutes for her to give us one as she was at the register reading a paper. Apparently she was waiting for us to pay before giving us a box, which is fine. I just wished that was communicated as that is not the norm that I am used to.

absolutely loved this brazilian spot. the food was incredible and the service was top-notch. Highly recommend the coxinha and guarana. the staff were very friendly.

Food is consistently fantastic and reasonably priced. Steaks are cooked to order. Seasoned perfectly with condiments available if you like some heat or chimichurri. Service is great. The restaurant is not large and can get a little warm inside, but they have outdoor seating options. My husband can be a little picky, but liked this place so much that we brought his family to try it out.

Steak was cooked perfectly and so tender, black beans off the hook, passion fruit mousse unique and also excellent. Decent prices, unpretentious site.

A lot of people misunderstand Brazilian Steakhouse as AYCE but I really enjoyed Show de Carnes Express because I'm able to choose what I want without having to pay the buffet price. Located conveniently in the Nut Tree Plaza, it's easy to find and there's a ton of parking. There's indoor and outdoor dining with QR codes available for the menu on each table and when you do decide on what you want, you go to the cashier and make your order and they'll soon deliver to you. We ordered the Chefs special with the meat medium rare and enjoyed every bit of it. The meet was so tender that we finished the whole dish plus the grilled onions. The service was great, super friendly. I for sure will be back!

If you read my reviews I am a carnivore at heart. Nicely grilled meat and I'm good to go. It's a natural that I'm gravitate toward BBQ joints and steakhouses. I was happy to see a Brazilian Steakhouse at Nut Tree because I am there so often. SdC is a casual place that you sit down and plates served to you. I really like this place. We tried the following: Picanha Steak: Imagine 5 servings of steak served with rice, chimichurri sauce, salsa and egg farfofa. This will serve up to 3 people. It was delightful. The steak had nice grill marks and was nicely seasoned. The chimichurri was yummy and made a great condiment. Also, the rice was light and fluffy (used to Asian rice lol). The black beans were tasty and they had bits of meat in them. Overall a great dish. Breaded Tilapia: the breading was nice and light and the fish was not overly oily. The fish kept its crispness even after sitting for a few minutes. I will say it was a little on the salty side but it didn't bother me at all. I scanned the menu and they plenty of tasty looking dishes involving chicken, pork, and shrimp. I definitely want to go back and have more.

I was impressed! Nice service and tasty food. We had the pichana (steak had great flavor and was cooked medium rare, which I had requested; steak was a little tough but passable), chimichurri (not good. Mine is better and I'm not Brazilian), rice (lovely flavor), black beans (contain pork and were delicious), beef stroganoff (husband liked it, I thought it was missing something), mashed potatoes (few lumps, could've used more salt), fries (husband liked them). Huge portion sizes (half my meal went home) and reasonable prices.

Decided to stop by here after a hike, as I was craving steak. I ordered the Picanha Steak Plate which came with two strips of steak, rice, French fries, black beans, and chimichurri. The steak was cooked medium as requested, and was quite juicy. Most of the flavor came from adding the chimichurri and a little hot sauce. The fries were bland so I didn't care for them that much, while the rice was quite salty. The beans have some meat and bacon in it, so they're quite flavorful. Food came out quick, and the meal was satisfying overall.

I will definitely go back and try other food on the menu. Food is good. Server was very friendly & helpful. Food came out quick; hot & delicious!! The place is clean, good lighting, soft music playing in the background. I recommend this place!