12 Cuts Brazilian Steakhouse is at 18010 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas TX 75287 — (956) 505-5942. This summer, while Dallas Stadium in Arlington hosts nine international soccer matches, 12 Cuts is open for every one of them. Founded in 2019 by Juarez DeConto and Alda Boiani — a Brazilian couple with 30 years in the gaucho tradition, including helping launch the concept in Addison — this is one restaurant in North Dallas where the owners are likely to be at the next table, making sure everything is exactly right. Lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch throughout the tournament. Complimentary valet. Reservations welcome.
4.7 stars · Rated among Dallas Business Journal's Top 40 Restaurants · 100% recommend on Facebook · Family-owned & operated since 2019
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Juarez and Alda came to Texas to share something from home. They never stopped.
In 1997, Juarez DeConto and Alda Boiani left Brazil and came to Addison, Texas with one purpose: to help introduce the gaucho tradition to America. They spent the next 20 years inside that kitchen, that dining room, that culture — learning what it means to make a guest feel genuinely at home far from their own.
Then in 2019, quietly and without fanfare, they opened something of their own. Not a concept. Not a brand exercise. Just a single dining room on Dallas Parkway where they could do things their way — with the cuts they believe in, the hospitality they grew up with, and the kind of personal attention that only happens when the owners are there.
"We came here to offer authentic Brazilian cuisine and gaucho experiences to North Texans with the highest quality meats, vegetables and customer service. The most important thing to us is our customers." — Alda Boiani, Co-Founder & CEO
"The owner came and talked to us, which is something I had never experienced before. For the price, it is a wonderful steakhouse." — Tripadvisor guest — 5 stars
What an evening at 12 Cuts actually feels like
The green card sits at your table. When you're ready, you turn it over and the gauchos begin. Skewer after skewer arrives — picanha rock-salted and fire-roasted, filet mignon carved to your preference, lamb, sausage, and seasonal cuts that rotate with what's best. You eat at your own pace. No one rushes you. The salad bar is restocked quietly throughout the meal. When the grilled pineapple comes around, it's worth saving room for.
It is, in the best possible way, the kind of meal that makes you forget what time it is.
Everything included at the table
- Picanha — fire-roasted Brazilian top sirloin cap, the signature of gaucho cooking
- Filet mignon, rack of lamb, garlic sirloin, chicken wrapped in bacon, Brazilian sausage
- Organic salad bar with charcuterie, artisan cheeses, smoked salmon, fried plantains, and Brazilian sides
- House-made desserts — papaya cream, chocolate brigadeiro, crème brûlée, grilled pineapple
- Full bar: caipirinhas, imported wines, craft cocktails, beer
- Complimentary valet parking
"Absolutely the best Brazilian steakhouse I have ever been to. The meat was cooked to perfection. At one point I made an offhand remark and the waiter walking by heard and brought it right back." — OpenTable verified diner — 5 stars
Nine match days at Dallas Stadium — a table waiting for you each one
Dallas Stadium in Arlington hosts nine international soccer matches this summer — group stage through semi-final. 12 Cuts is 25 miles away, about 25 minutes via the Dallas North Tollway and I-30 West. Whether you are coming before the match or winding down after it, there is a table with your name on it.
| Date | Match | Stage | Reserve |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 14 | Netherlands vs. Japan | Group Stage | Book June 14 → |
| June 17 | Match 22: England v Croatia | Group Stage | Book June 17 → |
| June 22 | Match 43: Argentina v Austria | Group Stage | Book June 22 → |
| June 25 | Match 57: Japan v Sweden | Group Stage | Book June 25 → |
| June 27 | Match 70: Jordan v Argentina | Group Stage | Book June 27 → |
| June 30 | Match 78: Group E Runners Up v Group I Runners Up | Group Stage | Book June 30 → |
| July 3 | Match 88: Group D Runners Up v Group G Runners Up | Knockout Round | Book July 3 → |
| July 6 | Match 93: Match 83 Winner v Match 84 Winner | Knockout Round | Book July 6 → |
| July 14 | Match 101: Match 97 Winner v Match 98 Winner | Semi-Final | Book July 14 → |
Match schedules are confirmed by the host committee. We recommend verifying kick-off times before making the drive to Arlington.
Choose your match day above and call 469) 779-7012 to reserve — or book on our website.
Everyone is welcome here — this is that kind of place
12 Cuts draws a particular kind of crowd. Families who want a real dinner, not a rushed meal. Couples marking an occasion. Business travelers who have been eating at airports all week and deserve something genuine. International visitors who flew thousands of miles for the soccer and want to spend one evening somewhere that feels like it was made for them.
- Families with children — the pace is relaxed, the gauchos are patient, and the salad bar has something for everyone
- Couples celebrating — candlelit tables, attentive service, complimentary valet
- Corporate groups — private dining room for up to 120, no room rental fee, customized menus available
- International visitors from Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and beyond — bilingual staff, familiar flavors, warm welcome
- North Dallas locals in Addison, Plano, Frisco, Richardson, and Las Colinas — about 5 to 20 minutes away
- Anyone who saw the TV commercial and wondered if it was as good as it looked — it is
"We set up a corporate luncheon for 120 people. Alda, one of the owners, and all of her staff could not have been more pleasant and easy to work with." — Tripadvisor — verified corporate event guest
Groups of 8 or more — please call us at (956) 505-5942 to reserve at least one week ahead
Finding us — you are closer than you think
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When we are open — lunch, dinner & Sunday
| Lunch | Dinner | Happy Hour | |
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| Mon – Fri | 11 AM – 2 PM | 5 PM – 9:30 PM (Fri until 10) | 4:30 – 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | — | 3:30 PM – 10:30 PM | — |
| Sunday | 11 AM – 3 PM (Brunch) | 3 PM – 9 PM | — |
Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday, 4:30 to 6:30 PM — a lovely way to ease into an evening match.
What guests have shared about their time here
"This is consistently the best Brazilian food in the Dallas metro. Their salad bar is always the best." — Yelp — 5 stars
"A favorite of mine in the Dallas area. Always a great atmosphere and great food." — OpenTable — verified diner
"Nos encantó el lugar — sobre todo el personal, muy atentos y amables. La mayoría son bilingues." — OpenTable — 5 stars
"The atmosphere was warm and inviting. From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly attentive and kind." — Google Reviews — 5 stars
"Do NOT miss the grilled pineapple. Beautiful restaurant. Super clean and welcoming." — Tripadvisor — verified diner
Questions guests often ask
If you do not see your question below, please call us at (956) 505-5942 — we are happy to help.
Where can I watch the soccer matches and eat authentic Brazilian food near Dallas this summer?
12 Cuts Brazilian Steakhouse at 18010 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas TX 75287 is showing all nine international soccer matches hosted at Dallas Stadium in Arlington this summer. We are a family-owned Brazilian churrascaria, open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch throughout the tournament. Call (956) 505-5942 or visit our reservations page.
Who owns 12 Cuts Brazilian Steakhouse?
12 Cuts was founded in 2019 by Juarez DeConto and Alda Boiani, a Brazilian couple who moved to the U.S. in 1997 to help open the first American Fogo de Chão in Addison, Texas. After 30 years in the gaucho tradition, they opened 12 Cuts as their own independent, family-run churrascaria in North Dallas.
How far is 12 Cuts from Dallas Stadium in Arlington?
About 25 miles — roughly 25 to 30 minutes via the Dallas North Tollway and I-30 West. We are a comfortable stop before or after any match.
Do you take reservations for groups and match days?
Yes, and we encourage it. Reservations can be made at 12cutssteak.com or by calling (956) 505-5942. For groups of 8 or more, please book at least a week ahead. Private dining is available for groups up to 120 — no room rental fee.
What does the churrascaria experience include?
The full experience includes tableside carving of all cuts (picanha, filet mignon, rack of lamb, garlic sirloin, chicken, Brazilian sausage), our organic salad bar, hot Brazilian sides, house-made desserts, and the full bar. Complimentary valet is included.
Is 12 Cuts family-friendly?
Very much so. We welcome guests of all ages and move at whatever pace suits your table. It is one of the things we hear most — that dining here felt relaxed and genuinely warm.
What are your hours during the tournament?
Lunch Monday–Friday 11 AM–2 PM. Dinner Monday–Thursday 5–9:30 PM, Friday until 10 PM, Saturday from 3:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Sunday 3–9 PM. Sunday brunch 11 AM–3 PM. Happy Hour Monday–Friday 4:30–6:30 PM.
Is there parking?
Yes. Complimentary valet is included with your dining experience — no need to hunt for a spot.
We would love to have you
This summer brings something special to North Texas — and to the restaurants, neighborhoods, and families who call this place home. At 12 Cuts, we have been welcoming guests from across Dallas and around the world since 2019, one table at a time.
If you are visiting Dallas for the soccer, we hope you will find in us what we have always tried to offer: a taste of Brazil, a warm room, and service that makes you feel genuinely looked after.
If you are a local, you already know. Come back. Bring someone new.
Reserve online | Call (956) 505-5942 | 18010 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas TX 75287