[5] First established in the Brazilian city of Porto Alegre, the chain has over 70 locations throughout Brazil, the United States (including Puerto Rico), Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Mexico as of 2023[update].

They offer either a "full churrasco experience", which includes continuous servings of fire-roasted beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and other meats, as well as a buffet or à la carte service.

[citation needed] The midtown Manhattan location is a flagship restaurant with three levels measuring 16,000 square feet (1,500 m2) with private and semi-private dining areas for special events.

[10] They learned the art of churrasco grilling early in life and later worked as busboys and waiters in various churrascarias in Rio de Janeiro, refining their expertise in traditional Brazilian barbecue.

[20] During the COVID-19 pandemic, Fogo de Chão restaurants in Troy, Michigan,[21] San Francisco,[22] and in other cities, have worked with the non-profit, No Kid Hungry to donate meals to needy families, hospitals, and other institutions.