Steak restaurant with Brazilian flair will open in west Omaha at former Charleston’s

Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse is opening its doors May 30 at the former home of Charleston’s at 138th Street and West Dodge Road.

The restaurant will aim to bring an elevated steakhouse experience to the heart of steak country.

“Omaha is a thriving food city with a deep appreciation for great steak and vibrant culture,” said Rodolfo Melo, co-founder of Terra Gaucha. “Terra Gaucha is committed to pampering local residents and tourists with a ‘Gaúcho-style’ welcoming and engaging experience, where fire-roasted premium cuts are carved tableside.

“Guests can expect top-tier service from the Omaha wait staff led by managing partner Alceu Pressi — each dedicated to the Brazilian art of hospitality. Chefs and servers alike are steeped in the centuries-old Gaúcho-cooking style, refined through decades of experience.”

Founded on the gaúcho tradition of open-flame, skewered meat roasting known as “churrasco,” Terra Gaucha will offer guests a taste of Brazil’s rich culinary heritage. From prized picanha (sirloin cap) to handcrafted caipirinha cocktails, the restaurant will aim to deliver an authentic, immersive experience. The main dining room will provide a direct line of sight to the grilling area, where chefs prepare, season, skewer and slow-roast a variety of premium cuts that include locally sourced beef.

Patrons can enjoy rib-eye filet, filet mignon, lamb chops, grilled salmon, grilled shrimp and the famed sweet grilled pineapple. More Brazilian cuisine is showcased at Terra Gaucha’s Gourmet Hot and Cold Table, a custom-built, marble encased, self-service area offering vegetables, whole foods, seasonal dishes, imported cheeses and traditional Brazilian sides. Desserts will include classic Brazilian Flan and silken Papaya Cream.

Terra Gaucha will have an extensive wine rack showcasing 1,400 bottles of more than 150 wine labels across the globe.

For reservations, pricing and updates, go to TerraGaucha.com. Joining the Terra Club provides exclusive offers, such as receiving a $15 discount during a diner’s first experience.

Credits: Omaha World-Herald