Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania – A popular all-you-can-eat Brazilian steakhouse is preparing to make its debut in the Lehigh Valley. Texas de Brazil is set to open its first local location inside Lehigh Valley Mall, taking over the former Ruby Tuesday space on the mall’s lower level.
The upcoming restaurant will bring Texas de Brazil’s signature churrascaria dining experience to Whitehall Township, adding another major full-service option to the region’s growing restaurant scene.
What We Know About the Opening
While the mall’s online directory lists the restaurant as “coming soon,” an exact opening date has not yet been announced. Texas de Brazil’s official locations page includes the Pennsylvania site, labeled simply as “Lehigh,” with “2026” noted as the expected opening year.
Representatives for both the mall and the restaurant chain have not yet shared additional details regarding construction timelines or hiring plans.
About Texas de Brazil
Founded in 1998 as a family-owned business, Texas de Brazil blends traditional Brazilian churrasco cooking with American steakhouse hospitality. The concept is built around a continuous tableside dining experience where meats are slow-roasted over open flames and carved directly for guests.
Over the years, the brand has grown into one of the largest Brazilian-American steakhouse chains in the world. Today, Texas de Brazil operates 54 locations across 23 U.S. states, along with restaurants in Puerto Rico and 10 international markets, including Qatar, Panama, and South Korea. Pennsylvania currently has one other location, operating in Pittsburgh.
What’s on the Menu
Texas de Brazil is best known for its wide variety of flame-grilled meats prepared the traditional gaucho way using natural wood charcoal. Menu highlights include:
- Picanha and garlic picanha
- Brazilian sausage
- Barbecued pork ribs
- Leg of lamb and lamb chops
- Filet mignon and flank steak
- Chicken breast wrapped in bacon
- Parmesan-crusted pork loin
- Beef ribs and spicy sirloin
Each dining experience also includes complimentary house-baked cheese bread, garlic mashed potatoes, and fried bananas.
Guests control the pace of service using a classic churrascaria system: a green card signals they would like more meat, while a red card lets servers know they want to pause.
Salad Bar, Sides, and Desserts
In addition to tableside-carved meats, Texas de Brazil features a 50-item gourmet salad area. Offerings include fresh vegetables, imported cheeses, and charcuterie, as well as items like marinated artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted jalapeños, olives, prosciutto, and pineapple carpaccio.
Hot side dishes such as jasmine rice, potatoes au gratin, sautéed mushrooms, and French fries round out the meal. Desserts range from Brazilian cheesecake and passion fruit mousse to crème brûlée and carrot cake. A full beverage menu includes beer, wine, and specialty cocktails.
A New Addition to Lehigh Valley Mall
The Whitehall Township restaurant will occupy a space that has been vacant since Ruby Tuesday closed in 2020. Once open, Texas de Brazil will join more than 20 other dining options at Lehigh Valley Mall.
Nearby full-service restaurants include The Cheesecake Factory, Bonefish Grill, and Red Lobster, while quick-service options feature brands such as Chipotle Mexican Grill, Shake Shack, and Johnny’s Bagels & Deli. Recent additions to the mall include new smoothie, winery, and bakery concepts, reflecting ongoing changes to the property’s dining mix.
How It Fits Into the Local Dining Scene
Texas de Brazil will open roughly 16 miles west of Rios Brazilian Steakhouse, another Brazilian-style all-you-can-eat steakhouse that relocated to downtown Easton in 2025. The addition gives Lehigh Valley diners another option for churrascaria-style dining without traveling outside the region.
Conclusion
With its planned 2026 opening, Texas de Brazil is poised to bring a high-profile dining concept to Whitehall Township and the Lehigh Valley Mall. While details are still limited, the restaurant’s arrival signals continued investment in the area’s food and entertainment offerings.
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