Highly recommended by a longtime Chi~City local, and let me tell you, Brasero doesn't disappoint. Let's get into it. Cuisine: 5/5. Crispy Papas (Happy Hour and super good), Broccolini (crispy and hella flavorful, possibly best ever), Steak Frites (Ordered Medium, it's Bomb AF, and the Chimichurri is on point). Nothing disappointing. All hella flavorful and delicious. Maggie's Brownie for Dessert - hell yes with the caramel peanut butter mouse. Beverages: 4/5. Rum Old Fashioned. Nice, but I prefer it with Bourbon or Mezcal. Service: 5/5. Hella attentive and on it. Water refills on point. Respect. Ambiance: 5/5. Beautiful interior. Nothing to dislike. read more

Brasero - Dessert Menu. - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Stopped in last night after securing a coveted restaurant week reservation thanks to OpenTable Gold status for 6 of us to celebrate our dear friend's birthday. The vibe and service were top notch all night. Everyone had an excellent time, our server was stellar, ordered a drink and we blinked and she was back. The restaurant is beautiful and we loved being able to peak at the open kitchen and watch them rocking that grill. Food: Restaurant week 4 course menu: (1) Hamachi, I literally drank the remaining aguachile yuzu oil happiness that was in the bowl. Pro tip don't be shy, take a sip or bring a straw. It's bright so flavorful. You don't want to leave a drop behind. The fish is lovely too - fresh, light, great temp. (2) fried chicken, banging with crunch, crispy, juicy chicken. The ranch is a lovely a complement. The chicken doesn't need it but it's nice to have. (3) waygu, the char, the temp, the Smokey flavor. 10/10. There was a collective mmmmmmm as we all took the first bite. The mash, super creamy paired really well with the steak. (4) chocolate cake, moist, rich, chocolatey, and the toppings with the crispy chocolate balls reminded us all of a little Debbie's cake. Nostalgic and delightful. Also had a bite of the guava sorbet, packed with flavor, creamy, smooth, and refreshing. The birthday scoop of coconut ice cream (as a person who is not a big fan of coconut) fantastic. I could have a bucket of it. Outstanding experience - the manager came over to check in on us too while we were snagging some happy hour drinks and waiting on our table. We intentionally got there a little early to HH. He was delightful! Came over and let us know our table was ready early and then came back to wish our friend a happy birthday before we left. We've already been talking about what we want to come back and get from the regular menu. Don't sleep on Brasero read more

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**extremely delayed restaurant week review** Course 1: Pao de quejo bite was delicious but was a little chewy Course 2: honestly the kale salad was so yummy! The fried chicken, to my surprise, was VERY good. The crunch on the chicken was perfect Course 3: the wagyu pincha was unreal. The smokey flavor on it and the cook on the meat was perfect. The veggie noodle stir fry was a hit for our vegetarian friend. The sauteed salmon was good but not a huge standout. Course 4: the chocolate cake and seasonal sorbet were both super yummy! We opted to get a bottle of red wine that is from Brazil. My favorite drink was the Bodega Bruit from brazil - super unique and refreshing The service was ok. Our waiter seemed a bit inexperienced and not super on top of it. The space inside has a ton of seating and some great bar seating as well. read more

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Hands down my favorite spot off Chicago Ave. The interior is beautiful and the service is always on point. Everything I have ever eaten here has been delicious. This time I had the peanut chicken which was great, next time I would ask for sauce on the side though as it was smothered a tad too much for me. The sides that are my favorite right now are broccoli rabe and cheesy potatoes. They had a giant street sign advertising happy hour but when we sat down for an early reservation they said those deals are only for people sitting at the bar which was a tad disappointing. End your meal with a dessert, you won't regret it as they are all good. We live down the street so will absolutely be back again soon. 10/10 would recommend to anyone considering stopping in! read more

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Food is incredibly good. I didn't think the fried chicken was all that from a price point but it was still good. Enjoyed the potato's very much. read more

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WOW! W O W I was impressed from the moment I arrived until the moment I left (which I didn't want to) Honestly, when my friend told me about the place, I knew it was Latin American from the name, and I'd eaten Latin American food the day before, but I looked at the menu and said yes because I didn't really feel like looking for places... and I'm glad it worked out that way and we went!!! We had two share plates: pao de queijo & wagyu beef tartare. 2 plates: noodles and steak (probably pichana) 1 side: sweet potato 1 dessert I wish we had two more stomach to try it all!! The place is perfect balance between elegant and approachable. It has an intimate vibe. Great staff. Food also is on the table in a blink. Orgullosa de ser latina y de esta excelente representación de nuestras raíces gastronómicas en Suramérica. Proud to be Latina and of this excellent representation of our gastronomic roots in South America. 10/10 read more

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Our second time there and Brasero doesn't disappoint. Just a fun and lively space to grab a meal in West Town. The dining room is warm and welcoming with wood tones. Service is quick with our water glasses always filled and our server flitting between the tables. The menu is setup with several shareable dishes (both hot and cold) along with plates and meats grilled over an open fire. We shared a few dishes-kale, hamachi aquachile, pao de quiejo (always a fun bite), and steak and frites. Everything was delicious and a perfect amount for the two of us. Love that they cook over an open fire and the steak had a great smokey taste as a result. One slight negative would be the steak was cooked a smidge below the requested medium rare. Nevertheless, a solid place for a night out. read more

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So this place is incredible. It immediately gets 5 stars for value alone. Why? Well we did their $120 price fixed menu and this is what we got. Course 1 Pro de queijo - served warm. Cheese was a bit firm. The jam and cheese were excellent. Hamachi aquachile - one of my favorite bites of the night, fish and apple never tasted so good. I wanted ten more of these Kale salad - a bit spicy but well balanced and a good addition to an excellent appetizer course. Course 2: Oysters - I skipped these. Prawns - large prawns. Seasoned well. Not a stand out and difficult to eat. Fried chicken - served in a cut basket. Extremely crispy and tasty. Chicken itself was a bit of an after thought but the breading was incredible. Course 3 - ACTUAL DINNER 22 oz bone in ribeye - well cooked seasoned well and came with lovely dips though it didn't need it. Whole branzino - mild fish in an insane sauce. Couldn't get enough of this dish. Braised pork shank - in a stew with beans. Tasted like there were dozens of spices in this thing really excellent. Sweet Potato - this is the single best thing on the menu. You may want to get another one (or two) as it is that good. They just do incredible things to this. Dessert: Chocolate cake - dense cake with coconut and hazelnut that was fine. Passion fruit semifredo - guava jam and passion fruit are an incredible combo here. This is the best out of all the desserts. Coconut soft serve - tasty I mean what more do you want? Tropical flavored sorbets - lovely. All in all for the price alone this is a steal for the amount of food and it doesn't hurt that it was mostly excellent read more

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Just go! Go & do the "Leap of Faith". We prefer bar seats so we're able to be close to the bartender and ask whatever questions we may have. Dell was our bartender/server and he did an amazing job selecting our food items for the evening. My personal faves: The Coal Roasted Sweet Potato Grilled Broccolini Pao de Queijo Yellowfin Tuna Crudo Grilled Oysters Branzino Waygu Picanha read more

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I love Brasero! A friend was in town for my birthday, so I figured what's the best meal in Chicago and made a reservation here. We decided to do the tasting menu and wow they just never disappoint on the food, the flavor and the quality of the service. I hope this restaurant stays around a long time because everyone who comes into town has to get a taste. The vibe was super chill. The music was really nice and just allowed us to have a nice evening dinner. read more

Brasero - Steak - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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came here for a restaurant week dinner. it was pretty easy to make a reservation online, and the brasero team actually was quite accommodating and flexible with our couple adjustments to the reservation time. the service was very speedy, each course came out one right after the other, which probably was also because our reservation was as soon as they opened. our server was adept at explaining each course and our waters were consistently refilled, which was nice. the first course we chose was the oyster shooters, and they were fresh and delicious, although small. the second course, we got the fried chicken and the kale salad. both were good as well and i'm glad i came with my sister so we could try both options. then, we both got the wagyu for the main course. i was a bit surprised when it came out, as it was literally like 4 slices of wagyu steak. once i got past the small portion size, i must say the wagyu steak was absolutely delicious, seasoned perfectly, and just so tender and melt in your mouth as wagyu is. it was delicious with the chimichurri and the mashed potato. i wish the portion was bigger, however. overall, this was a nice dining experience and the food was pretty good. read more

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Delicious dinner and great service! We had a wonderful dinner here last night. Autumn, our server, was wonderful with recommendations, and honest answers to our questions. The food was amazing. Pao de queijo, tuna crudo, oysters and cocktails to start. Branzino, fried rice, squash and wine for dinner. Coconut soft serve with white chocolate sauce for dessert. They were quick to make simple adjustments to accommodate our dietary needs, which was great. read more

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Honestly, the chefs may be wizards. The food is soooooo good. I don't even care for steak and I devoured the picanha. But the branzino stole the show! The PÃO DE QUEIJO and GRILLED PRAWNS were a must and I need to go back to Chicago to try them again! My friends enjoyed the oysters. Honorable mention for the sweet potato. So good!! The finale and the magic really was the coconut soft serve. It was so light and refreshing. They have food down to a science. I have to come back read more

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Brasero has been on my list of restaurants to try for quite some time, and I have to say it was totally worth the wait. We had originally made the reservation via OpenTable a couple of weeks ago, but sadly, there was a glitch as the restaurant was actually closed on that day. The manager called me the day prior to let me know and was super nice about the situation. He even gave me a gift card for the misunderstanding. We rebooked our reservation and did not regret our experience! The space itself is gorgeous and perfect for date nights and group dinners. Our server was immediately welcoming and it felt like we were catching up with an old friend. He was super helpful in helping us navigate the menu. Grilled oysters: you pay per oyster, but I would consider this a "must have." The pop of citrus with the spice and crunch made for the best flavor and texture profile. Grilled prawn: they were thick, and had a nice spicy sauce. Good overall, but a little mealy in texture at times. Also pay per piece. Hamachi: nicely acidic with the mayo providing the balance. The fish itself was also super fresh and delicious Tuna crudo: of the two raw fish options, this was the "must have" in my opinion. Best combination of flavor profiles. Brazilian fried chicken: super juicy chicken and the breading was delicious. My only warning is that it's so good, you eat all of it, making you full for the mains. Wagyu picanha: The star of dinner. The steak was perfectly cooked with a nice, smoky flavor. The spice and acidity of the chimichurri complimented the steak well. Fried rice: So so good! The pork belly and egg made it beautifully rich! read more

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We dined at Brasero with a group of 10 to celebrate a birthday! We were definitely prepared to order à la carte and the server rightfully guided us to the family style menu. $120 per person and we got enough food for everyone to have their fill and we got to try most of the menu! And let me tell you: every single dish was phenomenal. Highlights: the ribeye and the pork shank were SO tender. That sweet potato may be their secret weapon. The oysters and the prawns are full of flavor. And their desserts weren't run of the mill; the passion fruit semifreddo was a standout. I highly recommend the family style menu; you definitely get your money's worth! read more

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I only have good things to say about Brasero. I'm always looking for a "wow" factor when trying new restaurants, and Brasero delivered exactly that. To start, we had the pão de queijo -- cheesy, puffed bread balls served with a cream and jam on the side. A very comforting and easy appetizer. Then we tried the grilled oysters, which were absolutely amazing -- they came pre-seasoned with a lemony, garlicky topping. So flavorful, these are a must!! Lastly, we had the whole branzino, perfectly grilled and topped with the most incredible chimichurri and aïoli. The charred bits were delicious, and we ate everything down to the bone. The service was fantastic, and the interior had a dimly lit, upscale atmosphere. I also loved the open-concept kitchen where you could watch the chefs prepare the food. Will definitely be back again! read more

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If the phrase "don't judge a book by its cover" were a restaurant, Brasero would be it. I'd read a lot of positive reviews about this place, but they don't do it justice. I went here for a date night, specifically to experience the Branzino. My girlfriend and I started out with a couple of recommendations from our waiter, who was attentive and knowledgeable. We tried the Pão de Queijo and Grilled Oysters. The Pão was a unique take on a bread starter, but the Grilled Oysters were an unexpected highlight! I've never had an oyster that melted in my mouth, but this one did just that and the seasoning was superb. Now, the pièce de résistance: the Branzino. The fish was seasoned and grilled to perfection. They present you the whole fish and it's self serve, so it makes for an interactive dinner. Taking your time with the dish not only helps you avoid the bones -- it allows you to savor every detail the chef has curated. All in all, Brasero is a restaurant you don't want to miss. read more

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The older Bartender with glasses weirdly came up and moved my menu from under my bowl while I was trying to take a photo which was weird and off putting ( hence the one star deduction) but aside from that from the moment I walked in the service was so kind! Especially the hostess with the bun, she was beyond gracious. We sat at the bar for happy hour! The restaurant itself is dimly lit and truly gorgeous ! Would be great for a date night or special occasion! They have a pretty good happy hour menu that runs from 5-7PM every day and All night on Sunday! Started with the tuna crudo and also tried the steak tartare which were delicious and very flavorful! the capirinha drink which was equally good but mostly ice !!! Will be back read more

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Everything about this place is phenomenal, from the quality of food, to the cozy ambiance and of course, the top notch service. My friend and I went for dinner on a Saturday and the restaurant was full but not over the top loud which can be really hard to find. The space is decorated beautifully and there is plenty of ~romantic~ seating too. We decided to order a bunch of the small plates, including the Tuna, Shrimp/Crab Ceviche, Fried Chicken, Sweet Potato, Heirloom Tomato Salad & the cheesy bread rolls. Everything was delicious but we thought the tuna, sweet potato & the ceviche were the winners of the group. The pricing for ALL of that, after tip & split in half for each of us was ~$100 so really great bang for your buck too. Our waitress was lovely, provided lots of recommendations and checked in on us the perfect amount. Overall we thought Brasero was a winner and will definitely be back! read more

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You morph into a different era and location when you walk into Brasero. I felt like I was going into the past from the future and immersing myself in a different perspective. Here are the foods I tried leading up to my favorite, starting with the La Sirena Kale Salad, which needed more toppings; however, it was perfectly dressed. The Scallops are like a burst of flavor in your mouth, then magically they disappear. I felt like the raccoon with the disappearing cotton candy. The Grilled Oysters taste like the garlic butter you dip seafood in, so yes, I strongly suggest them. The Braised Pork Shank is a showstopper, as heads turn as it is brought to its final destination by the waitstaff. It's decorated with greens, and when I tell you the risotto is a burst of flavor in your mouth, believe me. The risotto, surprisingly to me, being Italian, has beans in it - creating more of a rice and bean profile, and I'm already craving more. read more

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We sat at the bar for happy hour and had an amazing experience. The bartenders were great and took care of us all night. The oysters and beef tartare were the star of the show. We'll definitely be back! read more

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While on the pricier side I do recommend trying the family style menu option. We had 5 in our group and I thought that was perfect. I really enjoyed the kale salad and hamachi, the pork shank was DELISH, so flavorful and fell off the bone. Sweet potato was THE BEST! Very friendly and patient server! read more

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May 10, 2025 Made a reservation for 4 Take credit card. They have bar seating available for walkin but it fills up at 545pm. Excellent service. We came for a graduation party. The staff was nice enough to bring out a coconut milk ice cream on the house. Happy Hour 5-7pm Tues to Sat. ONLY at the bar. But our server was very nice, he let us order our first round on the HH menu Pao de Queijo ($18)- cheese bread. Comes by truffle butter and jam. I would eat the bread by itself or with the butter, I'd skip the jam Endive Salad ($18)- I would skip this salad. It feels like different ingredients like radish, cheese, onion thrown together Scallop ceviche ($25)- excellent dish, super multi layered flavors. Sliced very thinly. 8 pieces. It's salty, meaty, with lemon on top Grilled oysters $24- comes with 4. great flavors. I would skip the red sauce. If you like oysters, get this. Sweet potato $20- this is excellent. Roasted and nice creme Freche on top. Get this. Wagyu Picanha $87- super super good. Ours was medium rare, cooked perfectly, I'd get this again. Salt on side so you can season to taste. read more

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Went for the first time tonight for their happy hour. Margs were delicious, grilled oysters had so much flavor, and the noodles were 11/10. Can't wait to go back to try more of their menu! read more

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This was another selection for Restaurant Week 2025 and food-wise, it was an excellent choice. The menu offered a four course dining experience for $60. We went on a Thursday night at 7 p.m., so here was plenty of street parking. The space itself is very dimly light but most restaurants are these days. Since it was just the two of us (me and my BFF #2) we were seated at a two top. We we seated against the window, which was nice and there was a table next to us, not too close, which was cool. I am not a big fan of having tables next to me dining with me as I am there with my person or people to converse. We started out our meal with the Endive Salad for my BFF (Endives, Radicchio, Shaved Fennel, Crouton, Gouda, Nichols Farms Apples, Calimansi Vinaigretté) and the Linguica Slider for me (Pão de Queijo, Linguiça, Chimi Aioli, Tomato Vinaigretté). Both starters were excellent. Given a choice between meat or a salad as a starter, I will always go meat. That said, I tried the salad and it was very fresh and delish. The Calimansi Vinaigretté was crazy good! I was familiar with Calimansi as a fruit from some Filipino friends, but never thought about it as a vinaigretté. The sweet and sour flavors of this fruit are hard to describe but I would say it is like eating a lemon, an orange, and a lime all at the same time. The Linguica Slider was crazy good! The Pão de Queijo is a Brazilian cheese bread and that was nuts! I loved the flavor and the texture. Linguiça is a Portuguese sausage made from pork and seasoned with onion, garlic, paprika and other spices. First time having it and definitely will not be the last. The combination of the bread and sausage was just divine, and the pairing of the Chimi Aioli, Tomato Vinaigretté really brought the dish to together. For our second course, we both got the Brazilian Fried Chicken (Okra, Chiles, Pickled Pepper Aioli). The use of dark meat just heighten the flavor of this dish. The chicken was not only seasoned and cooked all the way through, the skin was fried very nicely. For our third course we both got the Braised Short Rib with Feijoada Risotto, Apple and Herb Salad. This dish came out with a side of what looked like au jus or something, not sure what it was, but it was good I thought the addition of black beans to the risotto was genius and for me, there was just the right amount of fat on the short rib. I would definitely try not to order this again just so I could try something new, but it would be hard. For our fourth course, my BFF got a sorbet that was fresh tasting and I got the Chocolate Banana Budino. I am not a fan of banana flavor at all, except in its natural form, but figured I would give this a try. Honestly I enjoyed it because I did not detect an overwhelming banana flavor, it was subtle. So you may be wondering why I am giving three stars. Several things happened during the meal that resulted in this rating: 1. It took a while before someone came over to bring us water and to take our drink order. 2. Once we got our drinks, our server disappeared for bit. We looked around to see where he was and eventually I saw him standing at the bar in conversation with a diner. Eventually he did look up and came over to take the order. 3. Someone else's order was brought to our table, the pan-seared salmon and an order of short ribs. Not sure who's food it was, but we got it first. 4. Couple of mix-ups with dish placements, which was quickly rectified as it took the servers to simply switch the dishes for me and my BFF The meal itself was a hit and I would definitely come back here to dine again as The Chef did that thing for us that night. So Chef gets four starts easily just for that slider, oh yeah!. I am hoping that when we do return, the service will be more on point. read more

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This place was amazing! My brother invited me and my wife out to dinner. When we walked in we were seated right away. The host had great energy great smile and a great attitude. The entire staff was great. The food was amazing. Great date night spot. The open kitchen is really cool. You can watch them prepare everything. I will definitely come back. read more

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Katie was an amazing bartender , I ordered the bikini mule which rocks, the branzino was fantastic and the place is so cute the ascetic was amazing ! P.s Tommy rocks to. read more

(CRW Dinner) Thoroughly enjoyed the courses, especially the wagyu picanha which had such a nice cook and bright chimichuri sauce to pair. Service was attentive and thoughtful towards food allergies. I'm not sure the value was worth it for Restaurant Week ($60 dinner) but I would still come back to try other dishes! read more

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We stopped into Brasero after hearing great things and it just happened to be west town restaurant week. Space was intimate but surprisingly large inside. Great spot to have a unique meal while also enjoying conversation amongst friends. We had the restaurant week menu but added a few sides off the regular menu to try. There are certain items that you can opt for smaller portions just to try many items off the menu so recommend you ask your server! Everything was fantastic. Presentation was above and beyond on all dishes. This feels like a 5-star experience. Flavors melded very well. A standout was the short rib with saffron risotto, Verde sauce, and chili oil. The flavors worked so well together and blew my mind - spicy from the oil, hearty and savory from the meat, and a bit of umami/richness from the risotto. The saffron was such a great touch too. A few other notables -broccolini -sweet potato -Brazilian fried chicken Brasero is a must try. Can't wait to come back. read more

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Dinner at Brasero did NOT miss... it's my first time in Chicago and I found this rec from a girl on TikTok who said her parents own a restaurant in Chicago and she gave some under the radar recs and went here for her bday dinner! Started with the Pão de Queijo (Brazilian cheese bread) topped with prosciutto that was warm, springy, and totally worth it. I went for the Blue Margarita (which gave AMF USC with the blue curacao vibes but smoother and is good if you want a stronger drink) and honestly, all the cocktails hit Bikini mule is the perfect fun drink to have at dinner though and their new pepino peligroso is a great mezcal drink with cucumber, aloe liqueur, lime and soda! For those who love an old fashioned, their twist is soo yum with tiki bitters and coffee demerara For starters: Grilled Oysters and Grilled Prawns both fresh, flavorful, fun. Then we went in on the Brazilian Fried Chicken (in that cute box), crispy, juicy, and fun to share. For mains (family-style sharing): - Braised Pork Shank - tender, fall-apart, with rich sauce. - Moqueca-Style Seafood Noodles (creamy style, loaded with prawns & scallops) - so good. - Whole Grilled Chicken "à la Brasa" - solid comfort share. Sides that you must order: - Coal-Roasted Sweet Potato (with catupiry cheese & hot honey) - showstopper and they use a blow torch on it. - Crispy papas - smashed and fried fingerling potatoes with Aji Amarillo Aioli, Tillamook Sharp Cheddar, Pickled Onions and Peppers - The Paulista Pork Fried Rice came with pork belly and was pure flavor. Dessert was out of this world: - Seasonal sorbet (four fruity flavors: pineapple, mango & more) - light and refreshing. - Coconut Soft Serve - HIGHLY RECOMMEND ...melt in your mouth good and mix with the chocolate cake that's also a mustttt - Chocolate Cake with Praline Glaze (they pour the glaze over it) paired with the soft serve - decadent and dreamy. Overall: 10/10 experience inventive shots, shareable plates, cozy atmosphere, and everything just hits. Perfect spot for a night out and sharing a little bit of everything. The service was responsive and when they only brought out 5 oysters originally and forgot the other three, they quickly came back out and gave the remainder three without us needing to say anything! read more

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Stopped in for a late brunch. Chicken and waffles was so good. SO good. The chicken wasn't just perfectly crispy, it was perfectly flavorful from the crust to the meat, and I would have eaten a whole plate of that alone, but with the cheesy, crunchy waffle and the fried onions and bits and the yuzu syrup, it really hit the spot. Service was phenomenal--my water glass was always full, someone was always checking on me, but not in a way that was obtrusive or annoying. Definitely going to come back for dinner! read more

Brasero - Chicken and waffles - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The ambiance and service were just stellar. We had the ribeye, crudo, ceviche, oysters, sweet potato, and fried chicken. I also had the lemonade. Overall every dish was great, hearty yet thoughtful but the ribeye was incredible. One of the best I've had in a long time. The yuca fries were rich and made the dish really complete. I would come back for a happy hour to try the noodles and prawns! read more

Just got back from date night here, and wowwwww. We ordered three dishes and they were anything but boring/average! Pão de queijo: 4 cheese bread balls with apple butter and truffle butter on the side. This is not your everyday bread and butter!! The texture of the bread was sooo different. Tearing each piece off, it reminded me almost of Japanese mochi and texture was chewy yet airy. You really can't go wrong with truffle butter, and while I was hesitant to put what looked like apple sauce on the bread, it was a great balance of flavor. Coal roasted sweet potato: $25 for a sweet potato might make you think twice, but this side was a freaking fantastic harmony of flavors and textures you wouldn't expect to be on a simple vegetable. I could tell that each part was intentional instead of being too "busy" for the sake of looking pretty. Braised pork shank: I'm glad that we didn't order anything else or get one main per person because this was HUGE. Not only a big serving, but also so visually appealing as soon as it arrived on the table! You have the tender fall-off-the-bone pork shank over a bit of flavorful risotto, crispy juicy pork belly slices, and garlicky greens on the side. I've had pork shank before, but it tends to run on the extra dry side, so this was a pleasant surprise! 10/10 would come back again! read more

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Loved Brasero, the ambiance is very cool, the food is deliciously unique, the whole meal was an experience of taste, 10/10 recommend this restaurant read more

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Came here to celebrate my birthday and try their restaurant week menu! Heard this place was awarded one of the best new spots in chicago! They specialize in Latin inspired cuisine. Aside from the restaurant week menu, you can add a 1/2 side for $8 as well as add any a la carte items. I really wanted to try their sweet potato and the Moqueca style ramen noodles so we added those to the mix. Everything we got was bomb! The food that stood out to me was the slider, oysters, and the ramen noodles!! I could've eaten like 20 of those oysters. The Moqueca noodle dish literally tastes like khao soi to me (let me know if you agree). read more

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I'd been told to check out brasero a few times and was curious to see what was so good here! I will say the main entrees are a bit pricey and nothing caught our eye for the mains so we ended up getting a few appetizers to try out! We got the pao de quejo, grilled oysters, grilled prawns, and tuna crudo. The cheese bread was good, who doesn't like bread?? The grilled oysters were also worth a try too but only comes with 4! The grilled prawns were a bit overcooked and wasn't the best so I guess those could be a hit or miss! It was hard to peel the shells off since it was overcooked. Could def see this spot being nice for date night if the menu piques your interest!! read more

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We do a monthly dinning club and a friend chose this place. While this place is on the pricey side, it is totally worth it. There were five of us and we opted to do the 4 course menu for 120$ per person which was absolutely worth it. Keep in mind the menu is not vegetarian friendly. However pescatarians will not leave hungry. The service was great and our waitress was able to answer all our questions and provide some great suggestions. This is a great place to bring a date or a small group of friends to catch up. From the appetizers to the main event and desert. Everything was very delicious. We got to try all their desserts and were actually surprised because we thought we'd only get one or two to share for the whole table. read more

Went for a birthday celebration so cost was less important. The ambiance is greats for private dinners. The lamps on the table allow you to see the food well without being blinding and kept the mood cozy. The music was fun but not too loud. Service was amazing. The server was attentive. Helped suggest the order of courses based on what we were interested in. They cleared off plates often for each entree since the table space was limited. The dishes all came out hot and fresh. Everything was cooked perfectly. Meat was tender. The balance of fresh, sharp vinaigrettes and fatty meats was in every dish. The only issue I had was there were parts that were too salty. The branzino fish skin has parts that were salted a bit too heavily. The vinaigrettes also seemed a bit over salted. The pork shank had a bit too much salt on the salad and outer parts of the roasted meat. It made it hard to enjoy the great texture of the meat inside with the feijoada risotto. The appetitizers ended up being my favorites. The yuca fries were crispy outside and fluffy inside. The dipping sauce was refreshing. The pão was soft and a good chewy texture. The pairing of apple sauce and truffle cream was surprisingly great. The sweetness of the apple balanced the pungent taste of the truffle. The quail dish also fun to eat. They provided wipes so that we could go in with our hands. Seasoned well with plenty of textures. read more

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Absolutely beautiful restaurant! Walking in we were agreed at warmly and seated promptly. We came right at the top of happy hour and so glad we did. The restaurant has a beautiful menu for dinner but we ate at the bar for happy hour. The food and the drinks were delicious. Price was common for the area; not cheap but not downtown prices. The oysters were my favorite along with the variety of drinks lol. I do have to come back for dinner but this is a great place to start tonight or date night. read more

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Great ambiance but the food was extremely underwhelming. Tell me why the best thing we ate was the pão de queijo (Brazilian cheese bread)? Chewy, warm, and cheesy, and came with delicious jam and cheese spreads. The endive salad was also solid, with sweet and acidic flavors that worked well together. The pork shank was extremely underwhelming, lacking in flavor and tenderness. For dessert we got the chocolate budino, which was reminiscent of the dirt pudding cups I had as a child, ha. Our waiter also disappeared after taking our order. Overall, great vibes but food was disappointing :( read more

Brasero - Pork shank and endive salad - Latin American Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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