# Viva Brazil Churrascara, Cardiff — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.5/5 from 4,221 Google reviews. Chic Brazilian restaurant with meat carvers moving from table to table, plus a charcoal barbeque. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants/viva-brazil-churrascara (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Brazilian Restaurant # Viva Brazil Churrascara Cathays, Cardiff [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16458087052231500938&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Viva Brazil Cardiff](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112530608329449226348) **In short:** Viva Brazil Churrascara is a Brazilian restaurant in Cardiff, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 4,221 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Chic Brazilian restaurant with meat carvers moving from table to table, plus a charcoal barbeque. Summary via Google ## About Viva Brazil Churrascara Viva Brazil is a Brazilian churrascaria located within the Clayton Hotel on St Mary Street. Meat carvers work the tables while a charcoal barbecue operates in the kitchen. The restaurant holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The menu centres on grilled meats, with picanha and lamb among the offerings. A salad bar is available, and grilled pineapple features on the menu. The restaurant accepts bookings and is suited to group dining. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Viva Brazil Churrascara's own website](https://www.vivabrazilrestaurants.com/cardiff/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 12:00 – 9:30 PM **Tuesday** 12:00 – 9:30 PM **Wednesday** 12:00 – 9:30 PM **Thursday** 12:00 – 9:30 PM **Friday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM **Saturday** 12:00 – 10:30 PM **Sunday** 12:00 – 9:00 PM ## What's nearby - Clayton Hotel Cardiff next door - The Great Western next door - Peppermint Bar & Kitchen next door - Cardiff Marriott Hotel 100m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this Brazilian steakhouse's wide selection of flavorful, well-prepared meats, with the picanha and lamb often highlighted. They also appreciate the friendly, attentive staff and the lively, welcoming atmosphere. Many guests mention the well-stocked salad bar and the delicious grilled pineapple. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (4,221 reviews) **Dogs allowed** No **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Cardiff Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/969872). [More restaurants in Cardiff](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/restaurants) ★ 4.5 (4,221 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £60 [Visit official website](https://www.vivabrazilrestaurants.com/cardiff/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [029 2022 0255](tel:02920220255) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cardiff **Plus Code** 9C3RFRGF+G8 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cardiff Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCardiff%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Viva Brazil Churrascara? Viva Brazil Churrascara is open Mon–Thu 12pm–9:30pm; Fri–Sat 12pm–10:30pm; Sun 12pm–9pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Viva Brazil Churrascara any good? Viva Brazil Churrascara is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 4,221 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is Viva Brazil Churrascara dog-friendly? No, Google lists Viva Brazil Churrascara as not allowing dogs. ### Can you book a table at Viva Brazil Churrascara? Yes, Viva Brazil Churrascara takes reservations. ### How do I contact Viva Brazil Churrascara? Call Viva Brazil Churrascara on +44 29 2022 0255. ## More near Viva Brazil Churrascara ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Clayton Hotel Cardiff ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/hotels/clayton-hotel-cardiff) - [Four Points Flex by Sheraton Cardiff ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/hotels/four-points-flex-by-sheraton-cardiff) - [Travelodge Cardiff Central ★ 3.6 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/hotels/travelodge-cardiff-central) - [Cardiff Marriott Hotel ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/hotels/cardiff-marriott-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [River Bay 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/cottages/river-bay-uk36006) - [Glamorgan House 3.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/vale-of-glamorgan/cottages/glamorgan-house-syk1136810) - [Cwtch Cottage 3.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/cottages/cwtch-cottage-uk46955) - [The Laurels Flat 3.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/cottages/the-laurels-flat-syk1153378) ### Campsites nearby - [Cardiff Caravan Park ★ 4.3 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/camping/cardiff-caravan-park) - [Vishwell Farm Caravan Site ★ 4.5 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/camping/vishwell-farm-caravan-site) - [Macaroni Holiday Village at Lavernock Point Holiday Estate ★ 4.3 · 4.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/penarth/camping/macaroni-holiday-village-at-lavernock-point-holiday-estate) - [The Bay Caravan Park ★ 4.4 · 5.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/glamorgan/camping/the-bay-caravan-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Treetop Golf Cardiff ★ 4.6 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/attractions/treetop-golf-cardiff) - [Superbowl UK Cardiff ★ 4.3 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/attractions/superbowl-uk-cardiff) - [Zip World Cardiff ★ 4.7 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/attractions/zip-world-cardiff) - [Laser Quest Cardiff ★ 3.3 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cardiff/attractions/laser-quest-cardiff)