most famous among all churrascarias is perhaps porcão, with several locations in rio de janeiro and even an international presence outside brazil, just like the other top contender fogo de chão. 

one of rio's most celebrated churrascarias is leblon's espaço brasa, where more than 30 varieties of meat are served, not to mention sushi and fresh salads. the restaurant's setting is also very elegant with high ceilings and beautiful interior architecture.

plataforma, also in leblon, is a favorite of politicians and artists and like espaço brasa serves up delicious cuts of meat all day long.