MURRAY, Utah — Fogo de Chão, the nearly 50-year-old internationally renowned restaurant from Brazil, brings its signature churrasco dining experience to Murray. The new restaurant is located at6223 S. State Street #2 and marks Fogo’s first location in Utah. As part of their introduction to the community, Fogo will donate 10% of its first week of sales to the Utah Food Bank, an organization that distributes food to people facing hunger across the state.
Designed in partnership with global design agency Harrison, the restaurant features an open churrasco grill, offering guests a view of Gaucho Chefs demonstrating the Culinary Art of Churrasco by butchering, hand carving, and grilling high-quality cuts of protein over an open flame. The restaurant showcases a wholesome and nutritiousMarket Table, featuring seasonal salads, fresh fruits and vegetables and more.
“We’re thrilled to open our first Utah location in the heart of Murray,” said Barry McGowan, Chief Executive Officer of Fogo de Chão. “It’s exciting to bring our immersive dining experience to Murray’s growing population. We look forward to welcoming both new guests and loyal Fogo Fans to discover the Culinary Art of Churrasco in a space that honors the rich traditions of Southern Brazil.”
Fogo de Chão redefines the dining experience with the Culinary Art of Churrasco–from its signature fire-roasted proteins with an expertly seasoned, salty bark to its blistered fresh seafood offerings that bring bold flavors to the table. Whether savoring Churrasco or gathering for a lively celebration, Fogo delivers an unmatched experience of flavor, ambiance, and authentic Brazilian hospitality.
Leading the Murray team is General ManagerAllan Pereira, who started his career with Fogo in 2011 as a gaucho at the Las Vegas, Nevada location, and most recently served as an Assistant Manager at the Lynnwood, Washington restaurant. Allan and his team look forward to becoming part of the Murray community and providing over 100 local jobs for talented individuals committed to delivering an exceptional experience to all guests.
Fire-roasted cuts, the core of Fogo’s experience, include guest favorites such as Bone-In Ribeye, Lamb Chops, and the house specialty, Picanha—the prime part of the top sirloin. Fogo Murray offers a range of menu selections and prices to fit all occasions, including:
- Full Churrasco Experience–The signature prix-fixe menu selection that includes allpremium and classic cuts, plus the fresh and seasonal Market Table & Feijoada Bar and authentic Brazilian side dishes.
- Indulgent Churrasco Experience–In addition to the Full Churrasco Experience, guests can enjoy their choice of enhancement (Butter-Bathed™ Lobster Tail, Black TruffleButter, All Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, or Roasted Bone Marrow) and a decadent dessert, in addition to the Market Table and Brazilian side dishes.
- Weekday Lunch Starting at $18–Includes the seasonal Market Table & Feijoada Bar, plus family-style service of Brazilian side dishes for $18per person.Guests may choose to add a single cut of fire-roasted meat or have the Full Churrasco Experience.
- Weekend Brazilian Brunch–Includes the Full Churrasco Experience combined withBrazilian-inspired brunch items like Braised Beef Rib Hash and made-to-order waffle and omelet stations.
In addition to these options, the menu also includes the following:
- Indulgent Cuts–Guest scan enhance their experience with a 20 oz. Wagyu New YorkStrip that is carved tableside on a Himalayan salt block to complement the cut’s intense marbling and buttery texture. A decadent, dry-aged 32 oz. Long Bone Tomahawk Ribeye or 24 oz. Wagyu Ribeye is also available to order for the table.
- Inclusive Menu Options—Guests can discover options for all dietary tribes from vegan to pescatarian and more. These nutrient-dense dishes include entrée alternatives to the Churrasco experience like Chilean Sea Bass, Seared Tofu & Black Bean Pasta andCauliflower Steak, or shareable seafood options like a jumbo shrimp cocktail to blisteredWhole Fresh Fish.
- Fogo To-Go & Catering—Bring the Fogo experience home with individual churrascoentrees,à la carteofferings, full-service catered events with on-site grilling and ready-to-eat or ready-to-grill options.
- Group and Private Dining—Whether celebrating a special birthday or hosting a corporate meeting, theMurraylocation has a dedicated sales manager and offers customizable menus, beautiful private and semi-private dining spaces, and complimentary A/V equipment.
A dining experience for all ages, children six and under enjoy complimentary dining at Fogo Murray, and ages seven to twelve dine at half-price for the Full Churrasco Experience.
About Fogo de Chão
Fogo de Chão (fogo-dee-shown) is an internationally renowned restaurant from Brazil that elevates the Culinary Art of Churrasco – the art of roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame – into a cultural dining experience. Fogo is famed for its prix fixeFull Churrasco Experience that offers a continuous selection of premium cuts butchered daily by gaucho chefs, simply seasoned and grilled to create a craveable salty bark, then carved tableside. The naturally gluten-free MarketTable offers a selection of seasonal salads, charcuterie, exotic fruit, superfoods and more. From celebratory to everyday occasions, Fogo provides selections for every daypart, including Weekday Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brazilian Brunch. Guests can enhance their experience with offerings ranging from a shareable Wagyu New York Strip, SouthAmerican wines, and more. For locations and to book a reservation to experience the fire of Fogo, visit fogo.com. Fogo de Chão opens its first Utah restaurant inMurray.Fogo.com