Rodizio Grill to Open First Location in Las Colinas, Texas

LAS COLINAS, TX--(Marketwired - May 3, 2013) -  Rodizio Grill, America's First Brazilian Steakhouse, will be opening its first location in Las Colinas, TX on May 8^th, 2013. This popular Brazilian destination restaurant promises guests authentic Brazilian cuisine along with endless perfectly seasoned grilled meats carved tableside by Brazilian Gauchos.

"What a great opportunity for us to bring Rodizio Grill to the Las Colinas community," stated Ivan Utrera, President and Founder. "We are certain the success Rodizio Grill has seen in other markets will be mirrored in Las Colinas, mainly because of its authenticity, quality and affordability."

Rodizio Grill is America's First Brazilian Steakhouse, originating in Colorado in 1995. Founder Ivan Utrera brought this popular Brazilian concept, along with cherished family recipes, from his hometown of São Paulo, Brazil. Today, Rodizio Grill is a beloved and bustling restaurant that has won many prestigious Best of State awards in the Mountain West where it has prominently operated for the past 17 years.

Rodizio Grill's menu features three-foot meat skewers, perfectly seasoned and carved tableside by Brazilian Gauchos. Unlimited appetizers, over 30 gourmet salads and a wide variety of homemade desserts make for an unforgettable dining experience. Guests can indulge in Brazilian favorites like Pao de Queijo (Cheese Bread), Couve (Sautéed Collard Greens and Bacon), Picanha (Top Sirloin) and Pudim de Leite, a delicious creamy Brazilian Caramel Flan, just to name a few. Everything at Rodizio Grill is made fresh every day, adding to the authenticity of the establishment.

Rodizio Grill will be locally owned and operated by Ravi and Pinky Godhia. The Godhia's are seasoned restaurant owners and operators, and after careful consideration of what restaurant concept will best fit the Las Colinas community, chose Rodizio Grill as their next venture.

"We are more than thrilled to bring Rodizio Grill to the Las Colinas community," stated Ravi Godhia. "We are confident that Rodizio Grill's fun and festive churrascaria concept will be a huge hit and will bring to the city a nationally established high-end Brazilian steakhouse."

Rodizio Grill Las Colinas will be located in the new 7200 square foot development on 5400 Green Park Drive. It is set to open May 8^th, 2013. For more information, guests can visit RodizioGrill.com.

About Rodizio Grill:
Rodizio Grill is the first authentic Brazilian style steakhouse in the U.S. It was established in 1995. Its all-inclusive menu offers unlimited appetizers, over 30 gourmet salads, and over 15 rotisserie grilled meats and grilled items, served tableside by Brazilian Gauchos. More information can be found by calling 801-567-0500 or visiting www.rodiziogrill.com.