Does Assador handle full setup for events?

Yes. The grill master brings the charcoal grill, sets everything up, and cooks tableside so you and your guests do not have to manage the cooking.

What meats do they cook?

Picanha, chicken, and sausage, grilled to Brazilian churrascaria standards. Garlic bread and sides are included.

Can they serve apartment complexes or residential events?

Yes. Reviewers mention catering at apartment complexes and private home gatherings in the Conroy and Windermere areas.

The Assador Brazilian Barbecue

Updated 2026-08-26 · 5,770 reviewed · 176 listed · Scored from 51 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(51) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

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Services: BBQ Catering, BBQ Buffet, Traditional Smokehouse BBQ
Reviews: 51

What recent reviews say

The Assador earned 4.8 stars largely on its catering reputation. A grill master named Macedo handles setup and cooks picanha, chicken, and sausage tableside to Brazilian churrascaria standards, while garnering consistent praise for professionalism and seasoning. Reviewers single out the house garlic bread as a standout side, though one noted it arrived cold.

The business operates a charcoal grill and draws repeat clientele from apartment complexes and family celebrations across central Orlando areas. Meat quality and doneness draw particular mention, as does the straightforward, hands-off catering approach that lets hosts focus on guests rather than cooking.

Praised for

exceptional garlic bread
high-quality meats and cuts
authentic Brazilian churrasco flavor
professional service and punctuality
catering ease and setup

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Best for: Families and large groups wanting hands-off Brazilian barbecue catering with tableside service.

Strengths

Tableside Brazilian churrasco grilling by experienced grill master
High-quality meat cuts grilled to churrascaria standards
Full catering setup and service included
Signature garlic bread and side dishes

Worth knowing

Grill master Macedo handles all setup and grilling
Charcoal barbecue used for cooking
Meats include picanha, chicken, and sausage
Garlic bread is a signature side
Tableside service model

How it compares

Rated 4.8 against a 4.56 average across the 102 bbq catering businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 28% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score

Star rating 80

Review volume 75

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 75

Profile completeness 75

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Contact

Phone: +1339-235-7513
Website: https://beacons.ai/theassador

Last verified 2026-08-26

Opening hours

Monday: 00:00-24:00
Tuesday: 00:00-24:00
Wednesday: 00:00-24:00
Thursday: 00:00-24:00
Friday: 00:00-24:00
Saturday: 00:00-24:00
Sunday: 00:00-24:00

As listed on Google.

Common questions

Does Assador handle full setup for events?: Yes. The grill master brings the charcoal grill, sets everything up, and cooks tableside so you and your guests do not have to manage the cooking.
What meats do they cook?: Picanha, chicken, and sausage, grilled to Brazilian churrascaria standards. Garlic bread and sides are included.
Can they serve apartment complexes or residential events?: Yes. Reviewers mention catering at apartment complexes and private home gatherings in the Conroy and Windermere areas.

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The Assador Brazilian Barbecue

What recent reviews say

Strengths

Worth knowing

How it compares

How we scored this

Rating breakdown

Contact

Opening hours

Common questions

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