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Fogo de Chão Launches New Select Cuts Menu Option, Further Expanding Dining Variety and Value for Guests in 2024

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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The Select Cuts menu option exemplifies Fogo’s commitment to offering premium dining experiences for all dietary tribes including Keto, Paleo, Vegan, and Pescatarian, all while maintaining an approachable price point.

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  • The Select Cuts menu option exemplifies Fogo’s commitment to offering premium dining experiences for all dietary tribes including Keto, Paleo, Vegan, and Pescatarian, all while maintaining an approachable price point.
  • Market Table highlights include seasonal salads, fresh micro greens, natural and plant-based proteins, charcuterie and 100% gluten-free dining options.
  • For guests seeking an indulgence, Fogo offers premium cuts including a 20-ounce Wagyu New York Strip and a 36-ounce dry-aged Tomahawk Ribeye.
  • For more information about Fogo de Chão or to make dining reservations, visit Fogo.com .

Texas de Brazil Opens First Restaurant in South Carolina

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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DALLAS, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas de Brazil Churrascaria, makes its debut in South Carolina tonight when it opens for dinner at the upscale Haywood Mall in Greenville. This new restaurant, located at 700 Haywood Rd., will be the family-owned brand's 65th location.

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  • DALLAS, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas de Brazil Churrascaria , makes its debut in South Carolina tonight when it opens for dinner at the upscale Haywood Mall in Greenville.
  • Texas de Brazil Churrascaria opens first South Carolina location in Greenville at the upscale Haywood Mall.
  • Texas de Brazil embraces a time-honored tradition of churrasco-style cooking, which was adopted from the gauchos, or Brazilian cowboys of Southern Brazil.
  • "We are eager to bring the art of churrasco and rodizio-style service to our first South Carolina location," stated Salim Asrawi, President of Texas de Brazil.

Fogo de Chão Continues Expansion in Virginia Adding First Location in Richmond

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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The bustling suburb of Glen Allen attracts many residents and visitors alike with its unique combination of urban conveniences, natural spaces and a relaxed pace making it an ideal location for Fogo’s newest Virginia location.

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  • The bustling suburb of Glen Allen attracts many residents and visitors alike with its unique combination of urban conveniences, natural spaces and a relaxed pace making it an ideal location for Fogo’s newest Virginia location.
  • The announcement for a location in Richmond supports the brand’s continued 15% annual restaurant growth across the United States.
  • "Following the success of the Reston location, we were eager to bring another location to Virginia.
  • "We look forward to welcoming guests in Richmond soon to give them culinary discoveries you can’t find at any other restaurant."

Fogo de Chão Launches Limited-Edition Calendar to Celebrate National Gaucho Day

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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DALLAS, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão , the internationally-renowned restaurant from Brazil, announces its first-ever Gaucho calendar in celebration of National Gaucho Day on September 20th.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão , the internationally-renowned restaurant from Brazil, announces its first-ever Gaucho calendar in celebration of National Gaucho Day on September 20th.
  • Held annually on September 20th, National Gaucho Day is a Southern Brazilian holiday that symbolizes the Gaucho culture of teamwork, excellence, integrity, and humility.
  • To help reach a new record donation this year, Fogo will donate $5 of each Gaucho calendar sale to the organization.
  • “In honor of National Gaucho Day, we are excited to launch a calendar that celebrates our team of Gaucho Chefs in a fun and engaging way, just like our signature dining experience that we’re known for,” said Barry McGowan, Chief Executive Officer at Fogo de Chão.

Fogo de Chão Continues to Grow Strong Global Development Pipeline Through 2024

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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New and engaging social gathering spaces are layered throughout Bar Fogo and the dining room to further enhance the guest experience and ambiance by providing inviting, conversational areas to linger and enjoy.

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  • New and engaging social gathering spaces are layered throughout Bar Fogo and the dining room to further enhance the guest experience and ambiance by providing inviting, conversational areas to linger and enjoy.
  • Dry-aged meat lockers for in-house aging will display indulgent cuts such as a 32 oz.
  • long bone Tomahawk Ribeye, aged for a minimum of 42 days for rich flavor.
  • In 2024, some new restaurants will feature enclosed patios, rooftops and lounges designed for unique dining occasions including the Full Churrasco Experience.

Renowned International Restaurant Brand Fogo de Chão to be Acquired by Bain Capital Private Equity from Rhône Capital

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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DALLAS, Aug. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão (“Fogo”), the internationally renowned restaurant brand from Brazil, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Bain Capital Private Equity (“Bain Capital”) to accelerate its growth and expansion. Fogo will continue to operate under its current management team, led by Chief Executive Officer Barry McGowan. Funds affiliated with Rhône Capital (together with certain of their affiliates, “Rhône”) have owned Fogo since taking the company private in 2018. Financial terms of the private purchase were not disclosed.

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão (“Fogo”), the internationally renowned restaurant brand from Brazil, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Bain Capital Private Equity (“Bain Capital”) to accelerate its growth and expansion.
  • Funds affiliated with Rhône Capital (together with certain of their affiliates, “Rhône”) have owned Fogo since taking the company private in 2018.
  • Under Rhône’s ownership, Fogo experienced rapid growth across markets and is in its third year of 15% annual growth.
  • “Bain Capital shares our vision, and we are excited to leverage their extensive experience investing in and supporting the global growth of restaurant businesses.

Renowned International Restaurant Brand Fogo de Chão to be Acquired by Bain Capital Private Equity from Rhône Capital

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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Fogo de Chão (“Fogo”), the internationally renowned restaurant brand from Brazil, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Bain Capital Private Equity (“Bain Capital”) to accelerate its growth and expansion.

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  • Fogo de Chão (“Fogo”), the internationally renowned restaurant brand from Brazil, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Bain Capital Private Equity (“Bain Capital”) to accelerate its growth and expansion.
  • Funds affiliated with Rhône Capital (together with certain of their affiliates, “Rhône”) have owned Fogo since taking the company private in 2018.
  • Under Rhône’s ownership, Fogo experienced rapid growth across markets and is in its third year of 15% annual growth.
  • “Bain Capital shares our vision, and we are excited to leverage their extensive experience investing in and supporting the global growth of restaurant businesses.

Texas de Brazil Opens Newest Location Tonight in Ann Arbor

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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DALLAS, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas de Brazil Churrascaria, famous for its time-honored tradition of churrasco-style cooking combined with generous southern hospitality, today announced the opening of its newest location in Ann Arbor, the cultural melting pot located in southeast Michigan's Lower Peninsula. The restaurant, famous for its rodizio-style dining concept, opens in Briarwood Mall, the go-to shopping and dining destination which is home to various retail stores and entertainment options. The brand currently has a Detroit restaurant, making this its second Michigan location. 

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  • DALLAS, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Texas de Brazil Churrascaria , famous for its time-honored tradition of churrasco-style cooking combined with generous southern hospitality, today announced the opening of its newest location in Ann Arbor, the cultural melting pot located in southeast Michigan's Lower Peninsula.
  • Texas de Brazil opening new location in Ann Arbor, MI tonight.
  • "Ann Arbor is the center of several nearby communities encompassing Washtenaw County and the home to the University of Michigan, making it a vibrant community and ideal location for a restaurant," stated Salim Asrawi, President of Texas de Brazil.
  • "We look forward to offering a unique, upscale dining experience that excites the guest and exceeds their culinary expectations," he adds.

Fogo de Chão Continues Global Expansion, Opens First Restaurant in Ecuador

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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DALLAS, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão , the internationally renowned restaurant from Brazil that allows guests to make discoveries at every turn, today announced the opening of its first restaurant in Quito, Ecuador.

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  • DALLAS, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão , the internationally renowned restaurant from Brazil that allows guests to make discoveries at every turn, today announced the opening of its first restaurant in Quito, Ecuador.
  • The new restaurant is located within the JW Marriott, Quito’s premier luxury hotel and travel destination for locals and travelers alike.
  • The new location features enhanced design and innovation platforms in a warm, timeless and approachable setting that complements the local Quito culture.
  • “We are thrilled to open our doors in Quito and are eager to continue expanding in Ecuador through our collaboration with the talented team at the Eljuri Group,” said Barry McGowan, CEO of Fogo de Chão.

Fogo de Chão to Enter Thousand Oaks With Ninth Location in the Los Angeles Metro Area

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., June 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão , the internationally-renowned restaurant from Brazil that allows guests to make culinary discoveries at every turn, announced today that it has signed a lease agreement to open its ninth Los Angeles Metro area location.

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  • THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., June 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fogo de Chão , the internationally-renowned restaurant from Brazil that allows guests to make culinary discoveries at every turn, announced today that it has signed a lease agreement to open its ninth Los Angeles Metro area location.
  • The new restaurant is slated to open later this year at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks, a one-stop-shopping destination with retail experiences nestled against the western edge of the Santa Monica mountains located at 2250 Thousand Oaks Blvd.
  • The announcement for this location at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks supports the brand’s continued 15% annual restaurant growth across the United States.
  • The Thousand Oaks restaurant marks the ninth location in the Los Angeles Metro area, joined by locations in Downtown LA, Beverly Hills, Irvine, El Segundo, Pasadena, Woodland Hills, and upcoming restaurants in Huntington Beach and Brea set to open later this year.