Espetus - San Francisco

Back again to our go-to birthday celebration restaurant: Espetus! They know their protein here: chicken, beef, lamb, shrimp and pork served on a spit for you to choose from until you just can't eat anymore! Highly recommend the collard greens, fried bananas and mango salad at the buffet counter. Service is friendly and professional in a fun atmosphere.

I like that I can eat as much meat as I want. I only wish I could eat more. The service by the staff was great. The ambience is appealing. It's a great place that is great to support as a local business.

went for my friends birthday! the buffet was an interesting touch to go along with the constant rotation of meats that circulate throughout your meal. the paella was on one of those hot containers and was still luke warm... not very good in my opinion and the mussels were dry. the prosciutto was dry on the edges , you could tell it had been put out hours ago and not rotated through. the fries were crispy but slightly stale and again you could tell it had been sitting under the salamander lamp for some time. there were a couple other things that we tried from the buffet but nothing that really blew us away... for the price of $75/head i feel as if the buffet should be held to a higher standard.the meat came often, you had lots of options and it was all hot and fresh! each one was delicious for its own reasons but the filet mignon really stood out to me! drinks were strong , the limeade lemonade thing was tart and delicious! service was nice, we were greeted at the door by the host who took our jackets and sat us even though we were a few minutes early! one thing that i thought was peculiar is that there is only one female employee. everyone else was male (we even asked her and she confirmed she was the only one).they sang our friend happy birthday and then we departed, nice and full! it was a nice experience but in the future i think i'll definitely go to a different steakhouse since there are so many.

First time at this establishment and I have to say it didn't fail at all. The customer service. The black attire the servers wore. Nob and John were great. John had me and my dad laughing and he took our picture. Nob was expert on all the food the establishment had to offer. I loved the meat selection and how they brought to your table. The lamb and first pineapple were my favorite. The pork sausage was juicy and exceptional. The lighting and setup of the restaurant was nice and the price wasn't bad for dinner I was excepting spend like 250 in there. I love the buffet style setup and they had many different variations of Brazilian dishes. We will definitely be back for a lunch time and see if the food is different thanks again. You make my daddy daughter date everything

I've gone to a few Brazilian Steakhouses. I love the idea of a good buffet and being able to try a variety of roasted meats. This location is a lot bigger than it looks. While we were there, many birthdays were being celebrated and Christmas parties were going on. That didn't affect the service or food! Our host greeted us and sat us right away since we made reservations. We had excellent service by our waiter.The buffet had several sides including a bean and pork soup that I wish I could eat by the gallon. So good during this cold weather. The meats came around regularly. I had the filet mignon, picanha, pork belly and something I've never seen at a Brazilian steak house: beef ribs on a rolling butcher cart. Such an experience. They have a dessert menu but I wanted the grilled pineapple. Great flavors. Delicious food. We'll be back.

My friends & I had never tried a Brazilian steakhouse before, and honestly this was the perfect place to have our first experience. All of the meats were top notch quality, and when people say they constantly bring you meat until you tell them not to, they aren't kidding. Your plate will never be empty and you will never not be eating. The service here is unmatched, and the ambiance is right in the middle of casual and fancy, so you can come here for really any occasion. There is a side bar with plenty of other options, like salads, pastas, potatoes, & fish. My one regret is probably getting too many things at the side bar that filled me up, but I was still able to try all the meats I wanted to. Anyone in the area or visiting should for sure give them a try, you won't be disappointed!

Been wanting to come here for the past year and we came on one of the night specials for dinner at 6pm for February (special thru 02/05/25-02/13/25). Great experience with all the different cuts of meats. Great variety on buffet foods. Service was awesome, they always came and check up on you and filled your water, they like to come and ask if there is a special meat you would like to request to come back out or try which is great ! Beautiful dine in area and a great amount of servers coming out with different cuts. Although the meat did get a little rougher towards the end but still everything was a great experience, totally recommend trying especially if you're a meat lover !

I celebrated a birthday dinner at Espetus and overall had a great time! The service was exceptional--warm, energetic, and lightning-fast, with servers ensuring meats kept coming (I left *thoroughly satisfied!*). The food, while not flawless, delivered a mostly enjoyable experience. The endless meats included standout cuts like perfectly seasoned picanha and tender lamb, though a few skewers were overcooked or dry. The vibrant salad bar and sides added freshness and variety, balancing the occasional miss. The festive atmosphere, generous portions, and stellar service make it ideal for group celebrations, and while the price is steep, the lively experience justifies it for special occasions. With a little more consistency in the kitchen, Espetus could easily be a 5-star spot.

Come hungry the food is so good. I loved the beans and rice and salmon dish they had. The chicken hearts were a favorite as well. The service was quick,the waiters are attentive. The location is nice but harder to find parking depending on the time you go. Ambiance is relaxing and the restaurant was clean.

Great food great customer service. I will be going back and bringing friends. If are a carnivore you will be in heaven.