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Nestled conveniently on S Entertainment Avenue in Boise, Tucanos Brazilian Grill offers an immersive culinary journey through Brazil’s vibrant flavors and rich dining traditions. Specializing as a Brazilian restaurant, seafood restaurant, and steak house, Tucanos expertly brings the unique churrasco experience to Idaho’s dining scene.
The moment you step inside Tucanos, you are welcomed into a warm, inviting atmosphere where lively Brazilian rhythms blend seamlessly with impeccable service. The spacious, meticulously maintained dining room fosters both convivial group gatherings and intimate meals, making it ideal for celebrations or casual evenings out.
The true star, of course, is the food. Tucanos’ menu is a parade of enticing options designed to delight every palate. The churrasco-style experience features “All the Meat” – an irresistible array of grilled beef tenderloin, succulent coracao de frango (chicken hearts), and savory cuts carved tableside by attentive passadores. Each slice arrives perfectly seasoned, juicy, and tender, teasing your taste buds with smoky, caramelized edges and rich, satisfying depth.
Complementing the meats is an impressive salad bar featuring fresh, vibrant selections such as the signature Tucanos Salad and a variety of salad bar options, ensuring lighter, garden-fresh balance alongside the hearty proteins. Returning patrons rave about the unlimited grilled vegetables and the memorable grilled pineapple, whose caramelized sweetness adds a welcome tropical brightness to each bite.
Desserts at Tucanos are a decadent finale. From the velvety Pudim de Leite Brazilian Flan to the luscious Raspberry Cheesecake and fun Brownie Sundae, the dessert offerings are tempting and artfully presented — particularly the dessert sample display, perfect for those wanting a taste of several sweet sensations. And if you’re in the mood for a refreshing beverage, try Tucanos’ own Brazilian Bellini, a graceful cocktail that perfectly rounds out the meal with its fruity effervescence.
Tucanos also shines in their catering options, perfect for bringing authentic Brazilian flavors to any event. Whether you’re picking up a pre-arranged catering set with crowd-pleasing entrees like brown sugar-glazed ham and teriyaki beef, or assembling your own do-it-yourself spread featuring fresh pasta herb salad and a gourmet cheese & cracker platter, the team ensures quality and flavor remain consistent beyond the restaurant walls.
Customer reviews echo the exceptional experience Tucanos delivers. Brandi Holaday praised the welcoming and accommodating staff, noting the spotless environment and attentive service that made even a slightly late arrival effortless and relaxed. Kenneth Castillo was transported by the nostalgic, comforting flavors — especially the black bean and beef stew — enhanced by lively music that brought an authentic Brazilian spirit to Boise.
While some have found variations in the temperature and texture of specific meat cuts, many, like Jessica Anorve, emphasize the freshness and careful preparation even during large group celebrations, applauding the professionalism and genuine hospitality of the team. The ambience and unique buffet-plus-churrasco format offer diners a fun, interactive way to sample an impressive variety of dishes in one sitting.
For lovers of rich, bold Brazilian cuisine with a welcoming, festive environment, Tucanos Brazilian Grill is a must-visit destination in Boise. It’s a place where every meal becomes a celebration of Brazil’s culinary heart and soul—inviting you to savor flavors, warmth, and culture that linger long after the last bite.
We had a wonderful experience at Tucanos Brazilian Grill on Friday night. We made a 5:30 reservation and, even though traffic made us about five minutes late, they were incredibly accommodating and welcomed us right in. There was plenty of space, and every staff member we interacted with had excellent customer service. The restaurant was very clean and well cared for. I’m not much of a meat eater, but my husband and son definitely are, and they loved getting to try all kinds of new options. I really enjoyed the luxury salad bar — it was fresh, well stocked, and honestly just delicious. We even took a slice of chocolate cake home to finish the night off right. Thank you to everyone at Tucanos for the great service and a wonderful dining experience!
Has other Brazilian steakhouses go this one is excellent as well. The choice in music that they play in some of the classics are fantastic. The atmosphere is terrific. The staff is excellent being our first experience at this location. It has been truly a long time. They make A black bean and beef stew that just gave me a Prustian experience Taking me back to my childhood. What incredible flavors. I could live on the salad bar alone honestly. Everything was excellent. The surface was terrific. I’m so glad it wasn’t as crazy. Busy as they say normally is when we came they made our experience that much more fun. They really took good care of us, Jenny, Max and Freddy the cook. They took care of us so well, we are very grateful.
Restaurant was unique. You have a buffet to get food from but you also get a variety of meats offered to you at your table. Some meats were better than other. Some were delicious cuts but were dry and cold and some were not. Just varies what you'll get. We enjoyed the restaurant and the experience of it.
I was here a few years ago before Covid and there nachos were huge. Now they are half the size. They need to layer the chips with meat and cheese. By the time you get to the middle all the stuff is eaten and you just have chips. Waitress was great. Super sweet.
My daughter celebrated her 16th birthday here with a large group of her friends, and the entire experience was absolutely wonderful. The food was delicious, fresh, and came out perfectly, even with such a big party. The service was just as impressive. There was a small misunderstanding at the start, but Levi handled it with exceptional professionalism, understanding, and genuine respect. He went above and beyond to make sure everyone felt welcomed and taken care of, and because of him the night was truly stress-free and enjoyable. A huge thank you to Levi and the entire team for making this special celebration unforgettable. You were amazing! Highly recommend!
A delicious eating experience like dinner with family! Great music and restaurant seating to create the atmosphere. Incredible staff like Freddy - Meat Master, Jenny - awesome server, and Max - incredibly nice and attentive. The food was hot, delicious,and always serving. The salad bar had plenty of options for every eater. The hot bar was unexpectedly delicious…so much that it was like stepping back into our childhood grandma's house. Flavorful stews, stroganoff, fried plantains, deserts that make your mouth water…just yum! It exceeded our expectations. A dining experience beyond just good food. Definitely don’t miss out on this establishment.