Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse
Post, San Jose
Restaurant in San Jose, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse when the meal needs to feel like an occasion and the group wants a meat-forward downtown San Jose dinner. It is a stronger fit for celebrations and business-adjacent meals than for light brunch or quick casual dining; for tacos, drinks, or a looser night out, cross-shop nearby peers instead.
About Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse
Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse is a San Jose restaurant that is most useful for planning around hours and dress code. The dress code is smart casual, and the restaurant is closed on Mondays.
Choose it when the schedule and dress code fit your plans
The clearest planning signal is timing. Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse lists midday and evening hours Tuesday through Friday, afternoon-to-evening service on Saturday, and midday-to-evening service on Sunday. If you want to narrow down your options, confirm menu, pricing, reservation, and dietary details directly before making firm plans.
For weekend timing, Saturday service is listed from 1–10 PM, while Sunday service is listed from 12–8 PM. If you are choosing between dining options, use those hours and the smart-casual dress code as the basis for deciding whether Taurinus fits the occasion.
San Jose gives it a useful dining role
In San Jose, Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse can be considered alongside other dining options depending on the kind of outing you want. If you want something different, La Victoria Taqueria, Bar Tako, and other restaurants may fit different moods or schedules.
Know Before You Go
- Use case: a San Jose meal where the listed hours and smart-casual dress code suit the plan.
- Skip it if: you need menu items, pricing, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, or a specific service format before choosing.
- Timing: closed Monday; Tuesday through Thursday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5–9 PM; Friday 11:30 AM–2:30 PM and 5–10 PM; Saturday 1–10 PM; Sunday 12–8 PM.
- Booking read: confirm directly for groups or specific times.
- What to compare: consider The Farmers Union, Mezcal, or The Pressroom if one better matches your plans.
Planning details
- Location
- 167 W San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95113
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- opentable.com/restaurant/profile/140716
- Phone
- +14082940110
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Taurinus lands in downtown San Jose as a ritual-driven churrascaria that foregrounds ceremony and abundance over single-cut precision. The rodízio format and the circulating passador set a steady, energetic tempo: servers move from table to table with skewers of carved beef, lamb, pork and chicken while guests manage service with a simple green-or-red table token. The result feels rooted and classic — a dining experience built around shared plates and the theatrical exchange between server and table. In a neighborhood of pre-event crowds and business traffic, the restaurant brings a communal, spirited counterpoint to more conventional steakhouses.
Best For
This is a place made for groups, celebrations and anyone heading to a show at nearby SAP Center. The rodízio structure inherently favors communal dining — multiple people can sample a range of cuts without fuss — and the downtown location suits business lunches and pre-event dinners. It also works well for celebratory nights where variety and abundance take priority over a la carte precision: think tables that want to taste Picanha, Filet Mignon and grilled pineapple in succession rather than commit to a single order.
Ordering Tips
Dining at Taurinus follows the rodízio convention rather than individual entrée ordering. Guests signal their interest using a small table token that flips between green (serve me) and red (pause service); passadors circulate continuously with skewers of various meats and carve at the table. Expect servers to bring a rotating selection of cuts — signature items to watch for include Picanha, Filet Mignon and Grilled Pineapple — and keep the token visible to continue service when you want more.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy and quaint with warm, welcoming atmosphere ideal for intimate meat-focused dining.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Grilled Pineapple
- Picanha
- Filet Mignon
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 167 W San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95113
Planning details
Location
167 W San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95113 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Victoria Taqueria, Notable alternative
- Bar Tako, Temporary Mexican–Japanese (raw bar, robata grill, tequila/mezcal/Japanese whisky), Temporary Mexican–Japanese (raw bar, robata grill, tequila/mezcal/Japanese whisky)
- The Pressroom, Notable alternative
- The Farmers Union, Notable alternative
- Mezcal, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse is the better choice when the group wants a sit-down, meat-focused meal that can carry a celebration. La Victoria Taqueria is the value move for a faster, more casual bite, but it will not feel like the same occasion. Choose Taurinus for a planned dinner; choose La Victoria when speed and informality matter more.
Bar Tako is the sharper cross-shop for diners who want a more bar-led night, with Mexican–Japanese cooking, raw bar, robata, tequila, mezcal, and Japanese whisky shaping the experience. Taurinus is easier to read for mixed groups because the steakhouse format is familiar; Bar Tako is better when the group wants a more experimental dinner with stronger drink energy.
The Farmers Union, Mezcal, and The Pressroom are the sensible backups if the steakhouse format is not the priority. The Farmers Union is the safer casual group pick, Mezcal keeps the meal centered on Mexican flavors, and The Pressroom is the one to consider when ambiance is the main reason for going out.
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Compare Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse | San Jose | , | No published awards |
| La Victoria Taqueria | San Jose | , | No published awards |
| Bar Tako | San Jose | Temporary Mexican–Japanese (raw bar, robata grill, tequila/mezcal/Japanese whisky) | No published awards |
| The Pressroom | San Jose | , | No published awards |
| The Farmers Union | San Jose | , | No published awards |
| Mezcal | San Jose | , | 2026 Forbes 4-StarMichelin Guide Mexico 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse?
Plan around the basics: Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse is in San Jose, follows a smart-casual dress code, is closed on Mondays, and lists service Tuesday through Sunday. Confirm menu, pricing, reservations, and other details directly before you go.
How far ahead should I book Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse?
Is Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse good for solo dining?
If you are comparing options, Bar Tako or Mezcal may also be worth considering depending on your schedule and preferences.
