Texas de Brazil - Syracuse - (Near Syracuse, NY)

Omari Jones Dropped in on for a quick lunch based on a Tik Tok video I saw and let’s just say Claudy’s did not disappoint. From the minute I walked in the owner Richard was welcoming, warm and personable. I consider myself a Roast Chicken connoisseur and the minute I took my first bite it was heaven! The skin was super crispy, the meat was tender, seasoned well and juicy. Paired with the fried/light Yuca fries and that infamous Peruvian green sauce - Flavor Bomb! I’ll be a regular for sure and the price was very reasonable. Claudy’s for the W!

Jack Brockway My wife and I celebrated out anniversary on Saturday. While the restaurant was busy, we were seated quickly and our server stopped to get our drink order. I got a great recommendation for a scotch I had not tried previously. The bread was fresh and warm, with the signature table service. The specials were ideal for both the appetizer and the "Turf" entree. With good pacing on the meal courses and timely check-ins by our server (shoutout to Cass for being delightful) the meal was among the best we have had. Dessert was perfect for the occasion. No doubt we will be back for other occasions.

Kathy D Great food and service in a very casual but eclectic setting. There were a couple misses for us but overall absolutely delicious fresh food and we will definitely return. Mozz and bread is a large portion but absolutely worth trying. Cheese was soft and flavorful and bread was thick and crusty. Little gem salad as pretty to look at as it was to eat. Grilled artichoke, I probably could have eaten 5. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Bagna Cauda was a miss for us. The anchovy dip was overpowering and I think I just didn’t understand the dish. We tried the agnolotti based on our server’s recommendation and so glad we did. Soft creamy pillows of deliciousness. Spaghetti also delicious, pasta was al dente with texture from the nuts. Escarole was another recommended dish and it was very good and a nice side. The lamb steak was our other miss. It was cooked well but if I didn’t know I was eating lamb I would have thought it was a bland steak. It had no gamey lamb flavor. We didn’t know but will try next time that there is an off the menu steak and potato dish you can order. It looked and smelled amazing. This restaurant serves unpretentious delicious food, can’t wait to return and try more options.

Linda Mallen One of our favorite places! A beautiful historic inn where you can eat and/or stay right on the Hudson River. The food is exceptional and Debra at the bar is a gifted mixologist. This is the best place to go after a fun day in Cold Spring!

Tracey P. M. Restaurant Review: Texas de Brazil – A Pleasant Surprise with Endless Flavor We weren’t quite sure what to expect walking into Texas de Brazil, but we left both full and genuinely impressed. From start to finish, the meal exceeded our expectations. The salad bar was an experience in itself—almost overwhelming with how many fresh options it offered. The greens were crisp, the dressings delicious, and the lobster bisque stood out as a real highlight. Though it didn’t have chunks of lobster, the soup was thick, rich, and full of flavor. Once we flipped our little card over, the meat service began, and the variety was impressive—lamb, pork, multiple cuts of beef, and chicken. The flank steak surprised us by being exceptionally tender and flavorful, and the chicken was the standout—juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked just right. The filet mignon, though tender, was a bit of a letdown; the bacon wrapping overpowered the meat’s flavor. I didn’t try the lamb or pork personally, but others in our group did and gave it high marks. With the meats came a tray of sides: creamy red-skinned mashed potatoes, light and cheesy bread, fried plantains, and French fries. Everything was well-prepared, though I wasn’t fond of the coating on the fries. The mashed potatoes and cheese bread, in particular, were crowd-pleasers. The service was attentive and friendly. While the staff seemed a bit young and still gaining experience, they were trying hard and eager to please—which counts for a lot. The total came to $184 for three people (plus tip), with no alcohol or specialty drinks—just water. It’s certainly a splurge, but for the quality and quantity of food, it felt justifiable. And for a chain restaurant, the food was surprisingly fresh and flavorful. Would we go back? Absolutely. It’s not an everyday dinner spot, but for a special treat or when you just want to eat like royalty, Texas de Brazil is worth the visit.

MIKAIL SANKOFA Probably the best meal I’ve treated myself to all year! Started with a dozen Totten Inlet Oysters from the West Coast then steak Tar Tar, Skirt steak, pecan tart and ice cream and a Capachino. 10/10