The Taste of Brazil - Hillside

Let me begin by saying that the food at this place is very good. Each dish is very well seasoned, and you can taste the love and care that goes into their preparation. While it would be even better if they offered a wider variety of daily options, the current selection is still quite commendable. One item that particularly stands out to me on the buffet is the chicken salad, and I recall enjoying a baked cauliflower dish on a previous visit, although I haven't seen it on the buffet since. However, I must address the staff. While they are generally pleasant, there have been instances that left something to be desired. On my last visit, I noticed the person manning the grill was engrossed in his phone, and 2 minutes later, he was handling someone else's meat. Such lack of hygiene is concerning, to say the least. Furthermore, it's worth noting that there is an automatic gratuity charge for dining in. I'm unsure if the same policy applies to takeout, but considering there is no table service whatsoever—it being a self-service buffet— If I wanted to tip the folks at the counter, I would, but honestly, it ain't necessary. The pricing, well, let's just say it caught my attention. I mean, nearly $50 for just two plates of food and a juice? That's definitely something to think about. It seemed a bit on the steep side, considering we didn’t got a lot of food. Don't get me wrong, the quality was very good, but the price was a bit much. Additionally, I've noticed that the place tends to be oddly quiet during my visits. Both of the establishment's TVs are always turned off, and I believe that playing some soft Brazilian music in the background or even a soccer game would greatly enhance the overall atmosphere. Just a friendly suggestion. Despite these drawbacks, the exceptional quality of the food more than makes up for it all. I will certainly be returning, primarily for the outstanding food.