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Carneval Brazilian Churrasco
A Brazilian rodizio steakhouse on Kumasi Crescent in Wuse 2 where passadores carve premium cuts at the table, served with Brazilian-style sides, wines and cocktails.
At a glance
- Type
- Brazilian churrasco rodizio
- Area
- Wuse 2, Abuja, Nigeria
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Opening
- Open daily · 12:00–00:00
- Official site
- carnevalgrill.com
Good to know
- Tableside carving
- Wine list
- Cocktails
- Online reservations
Why we recommend it
Carneval brings the Brazilian churrasco tradition to Abuja. It calls itself the city's premier rodizio, and the format will be familiar to anyone who has eaten in a Brazilian steakhouse: rather than ordering a single main course, you settle in while passadores bring skewers of grilled meat straight from the fire and carve premium cuts at the table. The restaurant belongs to SSC Hospitality, the group founded by Salim Chidiac, which also runs KICKOFF Sports Bar at the same address on Kumasi Crescent.
The meat is the main event, hand-selected and cooked over the grill, and it is accompanied by fresh sides inspired by Brazilian cooking. A curated wine list and handcrafted cocktails complete the experience. Pace yourself: the joy of rodizio lies in trying a range of cuts, and it is easy to fill up on the first few rounds. Vegetarians will find less to enjoy here than at most restaurants, so check the current options before booking a group meal.
The setting is warm and elegant, which makes Carneval a natural choice for birthdays, team dinners and celebrations as well as for anyone simply craving a serious steak dinner. It is in the upper price bracket for Abuja, reflecting the all-you-can-eat style and the quality of the meat.
The restaurant is open every day from noon until midnight, although hours can change for special events. Reservations can be made online or via WhatsApp, and they are recommended for Friday and Saturday nights and for larger groups. Arrive hungry, allow at least two hours for a relaxed meal, and ask about events and offers, which are announced through the restaurant's website and social channels.
Picanha Limited, the company associated with the restaurant, was launched in 2023, so Carneval is one of the newer names among the city's premium restaurants. It also runs an Inner Circle mailing list with exclusive offers and invitations to private events.
Kumasi Crescent is in Wuse 2, close to the busy Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent with its restaurants, lounges and malls. After dinner you can watch live sport at KICKOFF at the same address, or head to the rooftop bars of Wuse 2. Most central hotels are a short taxi or ride-hailing trip away.
Carneval Brazilian Churrasco FAQs
What is rodizio?
A Brazilian style of service in which grilled meats are brought to the table on skewers and carved for you, rather than ordered as single dishes.
What are the opening hours?
Every day from 12:00 to midnight, though hours may change for special events.
Do I need to book?
Recommended, especially on weekend evenings and for groups. Bookings are taken online and via WhatsApp.
Is it suitable for vegetarians?
The focus is on grilled meat, so vegetarians should check the current options before booking.
What drinks are available?
A curated wine list and handcrafted cocktails.
Who runs Carneval?
SSC Hospitality, which also operates KICKOFF Sports Bar at the same address.
How long should I allow?
At least two hours for a relaxed meal.
Where is it?
At 55 Kumasi Crescent in Wuse 2.