Sizzling meats take centre stage as Texas de Brazil opens in Guyana

The sizzling sound of meats slow-roasting over open flames has signalled the arrival of a bold new dining experience in Guyana, with the opening of Texas de Brazil at Movietowne.
The authentic Brazilian steakhouse, known for its gaucho-style cooking over natural wood charcoal, blends the rich traditions of Brazil with the bold flavours of Texas, offering diners a premium international culinary experience.
Texas de Brazil represents a major investment by Movietowne, with its Chairman, Derek Chin, disclosing that while the company had intended to establish operations in Guyana earlier, minor setbacks had delayed the opening.
“We’ve had almost three months of trying things out and ensuring that the meats are cooked at the right temperatures, the salads are fresh, and everything is ready for guests to enjoy a truly international dining experience at Texas de Brazil,” Chin said.

Chin reflected on the transformation of the site, noting that the space, formerly an empty casino, had been completely revitalised. He praised the efforts of his team and support staff for the “hours and hours” of work that went into preparing the restaurant, acknowledging that technical challenges extended the project timeline.
Chin expressed pride in the final result, highlighting that since work began on September 4, the team had successfully brought everything together to create a premium dining experience.
He also emphasised that his investment in Guyana was driven by patriotism rather than the country’s oil wealth, saying he wanted to contribute to the development of the nation through ventures like Texas de Brazil.
“…It’s so nice to stand here – this was the old casino, and it was empty. To look at it now and see all the work that Ryan, the team, and my support staff have put in – hours and hours of work – is remarkable. It actually took longer than we thought because of all the technical issues, but we’re here. It’s real, and you can enjoy a lovely meal.”
Meanwhile, Tourism Minister Susan Rodrigues praised private sector leaders for their long-standing confidence in Guyana’s economy, particularly in the tourism and hospitality sectors.
Speaking at the launch of the new Texas de Brazil franchise at Movietowne, Rodrigues acknowledged those entrepreneurs who invested in their businesses long before the country’s oil and gas boom, highlighting their faith in tourism, hospitality, and customer service.
“These stalwarts stayed through the struggles, believing in Guyana and in our economy. They deserve to reap the rewards of their commitment, especially as the country experiences record visitor arrivals,” she said.
She noted that the opening of ventures like Texas de Brazil and other major investments signals that Guyana is “ready for the big league in tourism” and poised to compete successfully on the international stage.
In addition, Tourism Minister Rodrigues highlighted the broader vision behind the initiative, noting that investments such as this send a clear message to visitors that Guyana is delivering a world-class tourism experience through continued development and international-standard ventures.