Rodízio

Traditionally, rodízio refers to a fare of grilled meats, but there are many other options – pizza, pasta, hamburgers and Asian cuisine are among some other offers by existing and popular rozídio-style restaurants.

[3] Rodízio became increasingly popular in Brazil in the mid-20th century and spread around the world as experienced servers moved to open their own restaurants.

According to ACHUESP – the Association of Steakhouses in the State of São Paulo – the most widely accepted version of the origin of the "rodízio" dates back to the mid-1960s at Churrascaria 477 in Jacupiranga, SP, which was run by Albino Ongaratto.

As the story goes, on a day when the steakhouse was packed with pilgrims coming from the Bom Jesus de Iguape festival, a flustered waiter mixed up orders across several tables, creating quite a commotion.

The idea was well received and quickly became a routine at the restaurant, delighting customers and eventually gaining worldwide recognition.