Brazilian steakhouse chain Fogo de Chão has signed a lease agreement for a new restaurant in Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro, with the opening targeted for 2027.

The planned venue will be the brand’s third restaurant in Rio and its tenth across Brazil.

Jardim de Alah commercial director Cassio Lopes said: “We’re proud to welcome Fogo de Chão to Jardim de Alah.

“Our vision has always been to reintroduce this area as a vibrant, open, and community‑oriented destination.

“Fogo’s Brazilian heritage and its lively, celebratory dining experience make it an ideal partner as we bring new energy and connection to the neighbourhood.”

Fogo de Chão is continuing to develop its footprint in major urban centres in Brazil, including São Paulo, Brasília, Rio de Janeiro and, in the near term, Belo Horizonte.

In parallel, the company is rolling out new locations in several international capitals and large cities, among them Santiago, Chile; Manila, Philippines; and Dubai, UAE.

Last month, Fogo de Chão opened its second site in Santiago.

Fogo de Chão CEO Barry McGowan said: “Expanding into Ipanema represents an important step in our global growth strategy to bring the culinary art of churrasco to the world.

“As one of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic and internationally recognised neighbourhoods, Ipanema provides a strategic location for strengthening our presence in Brazil while continuing to elevate the Fogo experience worldwide.

“With growing momentum in key international markets like Chile and the UK, each new opening in Brazil reflects our deep roots in the culture that defines who we are.”

The company noted that its newly built and refurbished locations will feature Fogo’s updated design and innovation concepts.