vegans try eating at a steakhouse

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[@Sweetsimplevegan]

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[@marystestkitchen]

I'm not surprised as some of the best vegan meals I've ever had have been from steakhouses, improvised by the chef working there each time. It's really cool that they made so many vegan entrée options though!

[@ogorek11]

Wow, it's so awesome to see a steakhouse having more vegan options than just a side house salad! I really enjoyed this video, there was a perfect balance between showing the food and talking/reviewing in the car. It would be great if more steakhouses had a greater variety of vegan options, even though I probably would never go to a steakhouse of my own accord.

[@biancaneves3346]

6:33 That's exactly what it is. I'm brazilian, and there are a few restaurants like that in Brazil... they just keep bringing food to your table until you ask them to stop. So these signs are for that. You just pay a fixed price, and they keep bringing it non stop. The most common places to do that are steakhouses, pizza places (they bring slices of different flavours), pasta places and "finger food" places (they will bring you things like fries, wings, and more authentic brazilian finger foods).

[@Rmayhem209]

I respect that they are branching out beyond the typical steakhouse fare. I've been to these type of places with family, and ended up with just sad steamed veggies and bread (and left hungry obviously lol). I would have been stoked to have a vegan protein option on these occasions! Another great video y'all ☺

[@steviacandyman7892]

The only reason a steakhouse would have a vegan option is they can charge a premium price for something that costs far less than steak. It is about making profit, not having healthy options or because vegan food is in high demand.

[@ojk14325b]

I am accustomed to eating before I go out to any place like this and just having drinks or water if I can't suggest an actual vegan place instead

[@cIeetz]

@@steviacandyman7892 they have a vegan option out of compassion and the fact that people show up and wont order if they dont have it...dont have to be so nihilistic with ur view points ur whole life.

[@tamcon72]

@@cIeetz The other person is more correct, as far as restaurant economies go. I have a food service background and they are only offering vegan options to increase profit margin per plate where there is demand for vegan options; lacking the demand they would not bother, as it would increase labor and food cost for no reason.

[@Tina99999]

I dont understand why would you as a vegan even enter a steak house. Isnt it against your morals? why cant you accept that not all places are required to serve what you like to eat? If you already cant avoid going to a meat-place bc a larger group of people forced you, be simply grateful for what you can have or don't go at all. it si that simple. What is a difference between demanding a vegan meal at a steak house and demanding ice cream at a fish market? It is a steak house, those people decided to deal in meat. I dont go to a bike shop and demand a car-option. Or to a german shepherd breeder and ask for a Siamese cat. I mean jesus... Next time make a video about a potato stand not selling rice. You do not expect a real vegan meal at a steak house simply.

[@legumefiend]

This video is really helpful. This is a special occasion type restaurant and lots of omni friends/family love to go to that restaurant for birthdays and other occasions so it's good to know what I can eat!

[@stephanyparker554]

Thank you for sharing it with us! As a Brazilian, it’s extremely hard to find vegan food at a steakhouse. Even the salad bar… they add dairy to everything. Although I appreciate the place offering vegan options, I don’t think I’d pay 40 dollars for some “minimal tofu” and a side of noodles. We all know tofu is very cheap and to me it looks like they barely cooked it. I was expecting it to have a little crust, like they actually spent some time on it. At least now if I have to go I won’t starve lol

[@willstegall2527]

Thank you for doing this video. In my sales job we often end up at a steakhouse after meetings. It's good to know I can get a vegan option at Fogo De Chao. Would love to see this become a series.

[@MsRose00]

I love Fogo De Chao, but I’m not vegan. I’m pescatarian. However, I get it. It’s so plant based eaters can still be included come family gatherings such as birthdays, holiday dinner, and other celebrations which is usually when you go to a place like Fogo.

[@ewq123ify]

I work at a Japanese Steakhouse, The one I work at works with vegans though. They have a good range of options vegetable hibachi with steamed rice vegetarian ramen no egg all 3 thai rice dishes no egg and mention that you are vegan, they will omit the oyster and fish sauces and just use mushroom dark and regular soy sauce and get either tofu or veggies. drunken noodles same as above pad thai same as above all 7 of the veggie sushi rolls edamame spring rolls vegetable tempura and that is all I can think of off the top of my head.

[@steviacandyman7892]

Nothing like eating all side dishes and calling it a meal.

[@ewq123ify]

@@steviacandyman7892 the first 7 dishes are entrees

[@cIeetz]

@@steviacandyman7892 why do you have to be so toxic. you literally are scanning the comment trying ur hardest to reach. its pathetic

[@alexandratracey8252]

I am super excited about this. I have friends that love the place and I never want to go. Lol. Now I can. 😊 I LOVE these review videos!

[@michaellyon9220]

I was not pleased or optimistic as I pulled into my staff party at a steakhouse, but wow they had a small extensive menu of vegan options. I had a vegan Caesar salad, a huge burger, and some french fries. It was great. everything was cooked separately so I didn’t have to worry about not having a vegan burger cooked on the same grill as half of a cow !

[@jm6547]

I've been wondering about that--my husband and I used to go to the Brazilian steakhouses for special occasions (for meat/salad bar, it's normally over $50 per person). Of course, after going vegan, we thought we would never go again. Good to know that could be an option, again.

[@conradtaylor29]

I have been there many times during my meat eating days in the LA. Next, you're correct about the red/green coaster. They should have giving you all the salad bar for free because 'the Churrasco Experience' (i.e. meat eater buffet) also includes Market Table & Feijoada Bar for $68 per/person. they tend to always have a seasonal soup. All in all, it's great to see that they have vegan options at all because it's a very popular place in both the SF Bay and LA areas. I would definitely be interested in serving sizes for the lunch entrées of cauliflower steak ($20) and roasted, veggie power bowl ($20). From their menu, it's definitely a jump in price going from lunch to dinner. Love your content and please do keep the videos coming!!!! 👍🏾👏🏾🙌🏾

[@sandrabraga7269]

Hi!!! Love your videos❤ Yes the red and green cards are to show if you want more meat or no , so the waiters are aware. I am from Brazil and its been a while a moved to Canada, but the steakhouses used to have huge salad bars and several vegetarian options. Nice to see they also have some vegan foods now. Thank you for sharing this 😊

[@angierodriguez7383]

I appreciate you guys going and trying these! I used to go to Fogo De Chao and Texas De Brazil on my past life. Have never being back since becoming vegan, but knowing the have options is very nice and convenient! I didn’t want to go and pay $50+ to eat salad bar options only😅

[@cindyp.9030]

Having options at these type of places would be awesome. The one steak place my family likes to go I always end up with a plain baked potato and a side salad. I usually take my own toppings for my potato with me so it isn't so blah. Good to they are starting to make options for others. Thank you for the video.

[@brianholmes6392]

I was forced to eat at a steakhouse when my parents knew I was vegan for thanksgiving one year. I forgot the name of it, maybe black angus but it wasn’t terrible, just roasted veggies.

[@kristymayo494]

I took my (nonvegan) husband there for his birthday last year and had the cauliflower steak thought it was great. I also had the salad bar with my meal. It was really good, I would definitely go again.

[@merrill997]

Years ago my family insisted on going to Ringside Steakhouse on Burnside in Portland. I recall having the best vegan plate - a huge baked potato, grilled asparagus, zucchini, onion, mushrooms, etc. I was so surprised by how well the plate was done. I do not know if they did this as a special order because the people I went with were friends with the chef and staff... But if they still would do such a plate, I would order it again in a heartbeat!

[@flowerpie]

This vid is a great idea❤. As a vegan who has no vegan friends, I am always eating out at non vegan places. I have to say here in the UK a lot of the chain pub restaurants are getting very good with their vegan choices, and oddly one if the best I've found us Beefeater. Keep up the good work you 2, love watching your vlogs❤❤

[@dcjunlanate]

There is a Fogo De Chao right at the bottom of where I work. This is good to know. Thanks.

[@LA-bz3rv]

Thanks for these creative videos! This is good to know 🙌🏽

[@lindarosenthal6835]

Thank you. Nice to have options. My usual is salad and fries at a steak house.

[@katherynshiflet5391]

Loved this vlog!!! I loved that they talked to you before you left about the food. They need a very experienced vegan to help with the choices.

[@judithrussell9162]

The food looked great, and also grown up which makes a nice change from the burger/mac options that I get hit with where I live.

[@allistar34]

I've gone to Fogo de Chao just for the salad bar! Their stuff is super good and it's only $15 or so dollars for all you can eat, pretty worth it imo!

[@Funfettiwitch]

these options look so good! I'd prefer this over fake meat tbh (lower prices preffered though lol)

[@vb5662]

Fogo De Chao is based on the Churrasco style of cooking. It is how the cowboys in Brazil cooked their meats. Brazilian food is very plant-based forward, to begin with, with lots of tropical fruits and great veggie preparations.

[@steixeira644]

Yes that card with a green side and red is for service or for if u want no more food

[@stace_d]

I've had the salad bar only option for lunch price (while vegetarian, not vegan), and it was nice, This was years ago, and it was like 20 dollars

[@famvseven3rdg555]

Whaaaat!! My two fav vegan foodie couple!! You two always have something new. Keep it going ✌️

[@SarahsVeganKitchen]

The power bowl actually looks so legit though 😂 fancy AF

[@eliezerkraiman414]

I honestly thought that this was your video I can't believe I got your channels mixed up

[@stace_d]

I really think videos like this are so great for showing people ways to stay vegan in even the least vegan places, for family functions and such

[@EE777SMF]

Hey guys! Big fan! Curious why you don't use share plates when you split a dish. Keep the content coming.

[@biancaneves3346]

6:12 Maybe they were misinformed, thinking that mushroom is a good source of protein. That's a pretty well-spread lie.

[@vduback]

Was the giant salad bar and sides included with your dinner? The cooked banana is really good. I think the price is high because of those additions.

[@mommie3957]

This is very interesting! Thank you, I will go soon as I can.

[@debg8053]

Good to see you’re wearing your ring

[@tortugalisa4748]

Hi guys! Long time since I've been by, nice to see you🤗 A steakhouse? This is going to be interesting☺️

[@jenmichigan]

Really beautiful food - here in small town Michigan I'd love to have something like that anywhere....! Also... how was it so loud in there when there were hardly any customers??! 😂 Thank you for taking us with you ❤

[@PinkRose0910]

I’ve never heard of this restaurant before. The prices remind me of a Ruth Chris steak house prices. Definitely a sticker shock at first. The service and ambiance are definitely better than the average chain restaurant though.

[@cabb]

Great video! Did they have grilled pineapple? It’s so good!

[@tammysvegankitchen]

The food did look great!! Sounds like you had much better options than we did!

[@tortugalisa4748]

I'm so curious about the sauce! That cauliflower steak looked BOMB👍 It was spendy☺️ Thanks❣️

[@VerifiedVegan]

So I’m married to a Brazilian and I had to go to this restaurant way too many times with a Brazilian crowd as a vegan and years ago when I went …. There were no vegan options so I just ate salad while watching them walk around with swords of different meats that they would slice and throw on your plate in front of you and it was mortifying to me but, I dealt with it. Yes, the green card means keep the meat coming! What surprises me is most Brazilians eat so many bean dishes why wouldn’t they have vegan bean options? Thank God my husband went vegan a long time ago and dont have to deal with that anymore 😅😂😅😂

[@datsusasa]

Lol yeah I'd be craving some beans

[@IsidoraSage]

Thank you for the review. Unfortunately the fogo de chao near me doesn't have a vegan/ vegetarian option. My job takes us out to eat occasionally so its always a challenge for me to find something.

[@pauletteschirmer4906]

Yes, the cards for the roaming meat service. They explain each of the meats that come about.

[@pamelaminor696]

They should offer more tofu & cauliflower refills since the meateaters get more meat. Won't happen since it's a steakhouse!

[@andreab9954]

Question about the helix cooling mattress pad/topper. Can you use it year around or do you recommend only in the hotter months? Is it cool to the touch or does it more just reduce your own body heat?

[@ziggyflame6988]

I didn’t know they had vegan options!! Now I know it’s ok to go because my family loves to go there and I’ve never been there

[@dianefuller3242]

Me at a steak house: a salad, a baked potato, and a good martini-haha Nice to see some other options

[@daraallison7256]

The rice must be good, Jasmine is the rice concierge😅😅

[@jinit8083]

Glad to know we have options when going out with friends/family and coworkers. Although I’m the type of vegan that prefers to get Veggie Grill 😂

[@ewq123ify]

I love vegan Asian restaurants the best. Though I know a lot of different dishes that are vegan by default. Vegetarian Paella is vegan because no egg dairy or honey is used in that dish.

[@helenalettieri6885]

the sad thing is that the fogo de chão in brazil doesn't have any vegan options besides de salads lol (and I believe you'd have to pay full price, not sure). but i'm glad that in the US they have these options. hopefully in brazil they will soon come up with similar vegan options, eventhough, as a vegan I would only go there if it was a friend's or work event

[@davidthescottishvegan]

It's great Chris & Jasmine even a steakhouse has vegan options because it's not a place you would expect to see a vegan in. Another fantastic video and good review of the vegan options. Love 🥰 the video and love 💕❤️ Jasmine & Chris.

[@marykaren7542]

Wow. I just checked their menu online.... $41.00 for cauliflower steak?

[@lyssarida236]

I went 6 years ago as a vegan- with friends who LOVE that place. My GOD, having those slabs of meat continue to cross my face over, and over, and over, and over again was a LOT 😅 I think I ate from the salad bar, and had a baked potato or something. I haven’t been back 😂

[@aianascott-goodner3450]

Did they have a dessert option? I liked the power bowl option

[@NadiaSiddiquii]

Great to know. I won’t be going there unless I have nowhere else to go lol thanks for doing this

[@erikapauley7391]

Looks good, but they definitely should make a single plate with all those items. Probably unlikely that a huge group of vegans will go in and order family style. More likely a singular vegan goes with a group of omnivores

[@legumefiend]

Also for the Helix part of the video--I feel like every couple is one person who is always cold and one person who is always hot haha

[@Frmjoandcharlie]

That’s a really good point about making sure to actually order those items at the restaurants so they don’t remove them 👍

[@waistingdowntimeii3722]

Always love you guys' content!!! Sideline silent sub here but I'm sure you already thought of it, a "make it better" video where you guys make a way more vegan-filling version of Fogo de Chao's vegan dishes that you had in this video. Please do this!!!!

[@DH-uw3us]

Good to know they have vegan options. I don't think I would have given them a second thought if I didn't know better.

[@joyfullyveg2609]

Where did you get the base for your Helix mattress? Does the mattress sit down in it? I am considering this type of mattress, but I don't want a base where the mattress just sits on and slips around when you sit or lie down...if that makes sense.

[@pedromiranda1000]

You say it like this Fougu The Shaow - Portuguese has some sounds that are unique to the language - "â", "ê", "ô", "ão", "am", "ch" "nh" and "lh" sounds are unique.

[@josephinepena5296]

Just went this weekend, not too impressed. Like you guys said would only go back if someone else who wasn't vegan wanted to go. But my partner who isn't vegan was not in love with his meats either. We are in NY. I think because the place was super packed there wasn't that much attention to the food and it was all rushed.

[@dylanpatterson9601]

Jasmine came to drag Chris about his warmth in the bed😂

[@biancaneves3346]

8:55 Not there yet, guys xD

[@natashac2758]

What about the salad bar?

[@angelabordack]

All in combination would be really great, I think!

[@yekaterinalitvinova6347]

The servings look really big but I'm too cheap even to pay that much for them 😂

[@tammysvegankitchen]

K this is so weird. So many things you guys do I have just done a week or two before. So odd. And oddly enough just went to a streak house Friday night. ❤️

[@karinemagalhaes]

I am brazilian, and I live in Portland, but I have never been at fogo the chao because I am vegetarian and I feel they would have nothing for me.

[@jennybushnell9995]

I had to eat at a steak house twice with work and it was not a comfortable situation my boss was nice and let me order fries and a salad

[@PooPooBanana2]

Lol when you really think about it, it is truly sad how low vegans' standards have to be in non-vegan restaurants. I think I've unfortunately gotten past that point. I would've given some constructive criticism to the chef (or by email if too shy) and not returned until there was a dish with a different flavour profile that is nutritionally adequate and a bit more creative. I just can't pay out the butt for dish that is so inferior to my own basic ass home cooking. Edit: Also a dessert option or two.

[@giselafiege7169]

I live on an island and most restaurants not have one vegan option if that. It is my biggest complaint towards restaurants. It does not cost them extra to create vegan dishes with what they regularly have in their kitchens. They must realize that even if they won’t make huge profit off of vegan repeat business, families most often have at least one vegan so try to accommodate then the family is more likely to return knowing all their family needs are catered to. Quick question though you guys do know all plants have protein right, dietary protein needs are a lot less than taught. Much Aloha

[@laurenambrose4012]

It’s been a long long time at a steakhouse for me too. But I think seeing all of the meat and smelling it might be too big of a turn off for me to go.

[@magiccitymama1620]

Why use the same sauce for three dishes?

[@jpersch5870]

i am sorry to be that person, but i need to know where the top is from hahaha

[@madeline5175]

I thought Fogo De Chao was a dish. LMAO

[@DoughBoiVegan23]

Wow that’s the last place I’d figure to have vegan options out side of salad will definitely say this as an option when non vegan friends or family want to go out

[@lwahl8719]

I’ve seen the vegan options on the menu but never tried. Thanks for the review as I may end up there for a work function. Not sure I could handle endless amounts of meat being served near me. 🤮

[@dannygrx]

Always ask for more sauce....It's a steakhouse. I bet the cauliflower would have been better with more of that sauce they had on the side.

[@jennybushnell9995]

I got stuck at a steak house twice when working full time my boss was super sweet about it I got fries and a salad but could barely survive the night my boss's brother turned white as a sheet I know it was from all the animal products they all ate plus at the end they all ate some desert with thick creamy non vegan cream I felt so bad for him but I knew it was from the animal products noone ever gets sick from just veggies and rice at least I don't

[@GS-lq2is]

How great that you can go to some steakhouses now as a vegan and not be stuck eating a salad with no dressing!

[@TheDCfinestPLAYER]

Fire🔥

[@judykhaleck8034]

👋 Jasmine, How are you? How was your 🐣 weekend? Did you, Chris, Berry, and Louie and the family’s have fun? How are you feeling mentally and physically? Are there any brands out their that you would ❤ to work with but haven’t yet? Also what 🌃 or countries you and Chris haven’t been to yet but would ❤ to visit? 👫💘👫💘👫💘👫💘

[@katrinamonterroso7599]

Personally would be disappointed with these options. I don't want just a think of cauliflower for dinner(even with the side of edamame), not a fan of veggies drenched in oil, or just plain soft tofu with a sauce on top... as a place that expensive with a chef would expect way more

[@MsVNG]

Which location was this? Are they all carrying vegan options now?

[@sarahhendrickson9795]

Looks bomb

[@cindygagnier2250]

Every time I order a vegan meal at a place like this it is drenched in oil and salt. They never add enough interesting spices. Very bland. I would love more restaurants to offer beans on salads too!

[@cIeetz]

Hello. I dont want to sound toxic but I honestly hope all the soy consumption by vegans isnt too detrimental . Soy was never meant for human consumption and its actually quite toxic. Not to be rude its just truth, its genetically modified and was done so as a means to extract chemicals from it to be used in chemical warfare. They then realized it was edible and cheap and as theres no need for chemical warfare anymore, they just started feeding it to everyone. Thats why theres almost no such thing as truly organic soy, as its genetically modified in its truest nature ( 90% of soy is GMO ) and all of it in the USA realistically is. I honestly lean towards the wheat/mushroom/nut/ other legumes type of meat replacements heavily as they are far more natural. I'm vegan btw and I eat mostly raw, I speak from a place of genuine compassion and consideration not judgement.

[@BrianC_]

Pretty sure people in China have been eating soy for a thousand years so maybe calm down a little.

[@caitlinniciomhair9625]

i absolutely hate the fork :D

[@Letstalkaboutit61]

I have been to that steak house with my children about 10 yrs ago and the only vegan option was the salad bar and fries. I was beyond pissed. Couldnt eat the veg because it was cooked in a olive oil/butter mix. I’m sorry but that food is way overpriced for what it is.

[@PARALLEL7_Vegan_Street_food]

rather you than me.

[@jennybushnell9995]

I try to only eat at vegan restaurants now when I eat out I feel like I am still supporting killing animals even if they have vegan options I mostly cook vegan at home

[@Rachel_2112]

🇧🇷💚😍

[@PrettierAfter50]

Well, don't vegetables have some protein, even rice? Please don't sound like you are protein deficient..