Rio Brazilian Steakhouse - Quayside Reviews Summary

Staff and Service

Pros:

• "The moment we entered to the moment we left, the experience was amazing!"
• "Very attractive and friendly service."
• "Really lovely friendly service from everyone."
• "The staff are all fantastic, friendly and kind."
• "The staff were extremely thankful for being so attentive and accommodating."
• "The waiters were extremely friendly and came to check on us if we need more food."
• "Staff very knowledgeable and polite and happy to help."
• "Waiters walk around with meat on poles and carve at your table."

Cons:

• "My stomach was a bit rough after and I didn't sleep too well."
• "It was very noisy and full of stag dos so we couldn't even hear the music."
• "The only complaint was it was very noisy and full of stag dos."
• "I was a little confused by the instructions on how to get your food, at the start."
• "I didn't notice a lift."
• "We were given an 'aisle' table, but the sofa table for two was basically completely empty while we dined."
• "Service to our booth was slow and frustrating."
• "The staff took some of our mains plates away while others were still eating."

Food Quality

Pros:

• "The steak was cooked to perfection."
• "The meat came out very quickly and was incredible quality."
• "Every single bit was delicious, the beef is all served medium rare."
• "The food was absolutely amazing, a great selection of meat."
• "£27 - £40 depending on what time of week you go."
• "All you can eat meat. All you can eat salad."
• "Beef - all cuts were wonderful."
• "Endless amounts of steak, carved right in front of you."

Cons:

• "I'm a vegetarian but really enjoyed the fish option."
• "Tasty and fills you up. Expensive for what it was."
• "Meat selection was poor with not much of a choice other than beef and chicken."
• "The meat that came out wasn't all that exciting, the bbq chicken was rock solid."
• "Some of the meats were very dry and wafer thin portions."
• "None of the meats were outstanding, all decent, the concept decent for the price."
• "It was either dripping with blood or so well done it was dry."
• "The meats keep changing but prior to this each person is asked their preferred style of cooking."

Ambiance and Atmosphere

Pros:

• "The experience was amazing!"
• "Really lovely friendly service from everyone."
• "The staff are all fantastic, friendly and kind."
• "All you can eat meat. All you can eat salad."
• "5 stars Service, the Chef comes regularly."
• "All you can eat ... with the best food ... in real style."
• "A new style buffet for meat lovers! Staffs are nice and hard working!"
• "Meat, salad bar is nice, it's a great compliment."

Cons:

• "It was very noisy and full of stag dos so we couldn't even hear the music."
• "The only complaint was it was very noisy and full of stag dos."
• "This restaurant is smaller, less decorative inside and doesn't have any atmosphere."
• "Tables are tightly packed so you feel a tiny bit like you're in each others pockets."
• "Toilets are minging. Shoes sticking to the floor."
• "Service to our booth was slow and frustrating."
• "I was a little unsure on hearing about this place."
• "Disappointed is the best description I can give."
• "It's always busy, which is a great sign!"

Value for Money

Pros:

• "£27 - £40 depending on what time of week you go. Really good value at £27."
• "For 35 quid per person during dinner, this is well worth a celebration."
• "All these for around £30 per person."
• "You help yourself to the fine salad and sides options."
• "Affordable, for the amount of delicious food you get."
• "The price of £35 per head (evening rate) is very well justified for the experience."
• "The food and service were well worth the trip."
• "Great food and I think the lady's trying every cocktail."

Cons:

• "Tasty and fills you up. Expensive for what it was."
• "At just short of £40 per head I'm not sure if everyone got value."
• "Service was very good although they are doing the American thing and adding service charge."
• "For a first time booking, I was not told that I needed to book a table at the same time as the booking time."
• "Prices are a bit on the high side."
• "I heard the hype and visited with friends, having been told it was none stop service."
• "We like our meat cooked well done it was either dripping with blood or so well done it was dry."
• "30 pound each for a salad and a drink."