Brasil absolutely came through Tried the Bean & Braised Greens Tamales with black beans & avocado and wow... super simple but sooo flavorful. Everything tasted fresh, seasoned just right, and honestly just felt good to eat. Def one of those meals where you're like yeah...this hits different The spot itself is really beautful inside, great energy, super chill but still lively. Perfect place to just sit, eat, and vibe for a bit. Staff was kind and everything felt smooth from start to finish Love that they have solid vegan options that don't feel like an afterthought. You can tell they care Will 100% be back... this is going into my regualr rotation for sure read more

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I rarely visit Midtown since I don't commute to Houston for work anymore, but a friend's live show here last night (Saturday, Mar. 28) brought me out. The research I did on Brasil revealed that the establishment has existed for more than 30 years. Point of fact, the same friend who had the performance told me that his original college band was Brasil's first-ever live music act so in a way, it was a full circle moment. As much as I've been to the area, it was my first time at Brasil. My first impression is that it's very discreet from the outside. Upon entering, you see what looks like your traditional urban coffeehouse with its earthy, brick-laden setup. No gentleman in the corner reciting poetry, though. *Laughs* But for the evening, I went to the back patio where my friend and his current band -- they're called Zenjii look them up -- had their show. The area gives off a backyard in the spring vibe and it helped that the weather was Goldilocks, or just right. Brasil may mainly serve hot, caffeinated drinks, but it does offer a nice variety of food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. That alone makes it hard to decide what to have, but my heart was set on their grilled cheese. I haven't had grilled cheese in forever so why not? Well, I'm really impressed with my meal, which was accompanied by a generous helping of fries. The contents -- white and sharp cheddar, tomato, tourn, and sourdough -- all meshed quite well to make for a not-too heavy yet satisfying supper. I must confess that I now regret not following the barista's suggestion to pair it with tomato soup. Still, I could order the grilled cheese again. I topped it off with a massive chocolate chip cookie, which my friend's wife said was as big as a pancake, and hibiscus iced tea. They also have a couple of water stations if you're looking for H2O. read more

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Ambiance is casual. They changed their menu from a few months ago and it is not as good as it used to be. Ordered garlic fries and they changed the recipe. This order tbh didn't even have the slightest bit of garlic, just some random green herb garnish. Super disappointed. Order at the bar and service there is great. Staff brings food to the table and you'll need to get your own water. Also-- Don't sit outside if you don't want bizarre and uncomfortable interactions with owner. Will not be returning due to interactions with owner. read more

The atmosphere is perfect - 3 different settings, 2 patio areas, one in the back (quiet) and one in the front (lively, chatty) and an indoor seating area (mix of both). The food on the other hand was just OK. Pricey for the amount of food you get. Two salmon tacos for over $15, each containing a tiny tiny piece of salmon. The soup was served in a wide shallow bowl that made it seem like it was a large portion. It may be equivalent to a mini side bowl of soup. I would come back for drinks & atmosphere only, but will pass on the food. read more

Brasil - salmon tacos - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Came for a friends birthday lunch, plenty of pretty patio seating in the front and back. Operates like a cafe so you order before seating yourself. Nice ambiance with a casual vibe. I ordered the pan seared salmon, the salmon was well cooked (you can customize how cooked) and the butternut squash was amazing! Overall the dish was a little oily and small portion for my liking though. My friend got the korean pulled pork she liked it a lot! Very large portions she couldn't finish the whole thing. Prices are on the higher side but you pay for the ambiance, I recommend sitting outside! There's a scary dog in the back patio though. Drinks are quite nice here too, full cafe. read more

Brasil - korean pulled pork pan seared salmon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Wow, if you ever had a matcha martini, this might be it! As someone who drinks much every day, this Matcha martini was amazing! It basically really taste like a Matcha latte! The other drink was a strawberry lemonade, which was very refreshing! Huge space, good luck menu, I highly recommend I would come back read more

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Met a friend for lunch and ordered the jalpeño turkey burger. It was cooked great, and I appreciated having a lighter protein option than beef. The fries were the right combination of crisp and softness. I wasn't able to eat all of my food initially, but it tasted great reheated. I liked the vibe of the place - it was a great place for a social call as well as for those who were working independently. Will keep this place on my lunch date option list for the Montrose area. read more

Brasil - Interior - order counter - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Brasil is my favorite brunch spot in the neighborhood! I come here for brunch more often than I'd like to admit, probably at least a couple times a month. The reason is the Morning Bowl, which I order 75% or the time I'm here - it has crispy/oily rice, massaged fresh kale, avocado, and a runny egg, all topped with an amazing sauce. It is delicious, filling, healthy (I hope), and super reasonably priced. What rounds out brunch is always a carafe of their mimosas - the juice quality is average, but they do add a full 750cc bottle of bubbly into each carafe, perfect for sharing (although don't be surprised if you order a second!). They have plentiful outdoor seating, which you will always find buzzing on weekends when the weather is nice. The people who work the counter are the absolute nicest. Some people mention some odd encounters with the owner, but he has heen nothing but nice to me when I've interacted with him And this is random: but I also think they have the best Irish coffee (maybe better than the Dead Rabbit in NYC, which is my other favorite) - if you don't believe me, try and judge for yourself! read more

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Kinda of tucked away with excellent ambience and food. I enjoy breakfast / brunch while reading a paper and drinking coffee. Sometimes they partner with performers to entertain the customer. read more

This a great breakfast place with lots of outdoor seating. Their pastries were delicious. I had a chocolate donut and my friend had the almond croissant. We both had flavored lattes. We order at the counter so we only had counter service which very efficient. The prices were reasonable and it's perfect place to bring your fury friend. read more

OMG. Has this restaurant really changed for the worse! I stopped in for lunch today and although the wait staff were exceptionally friendly and upbeat, everything went downhill from there We ordered a bowl of pozole (too salty) and a hamburger which I asked to be medium rare. What i received was a super dry over cooked mediocre burger that required two glasses of water to wash down. I ordered two cortados but it took so long that we had to leave before they could be brought to our table. Lunch bill was $50. I'm never coming back! read more

Brasil is one of my go-to spots in Houston! Whether you're looking for coffee, brunch, dinner, or cocktails, Brasil is the best catchall location. Their coffee is excellent and their food is great! The indoor and outdoor dining areas are spacious and inviting, providing a great environment for social gatherings or productive work sessions. They often host fun activities in the back courtyard like open mic nights, vendor markets, or DJ sessions, so be sure to peruse their online calendar. read more

Brasil - Pistachio latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Man the pork tamal was sublime. It came out out and had a subtle spice for flavor. I'm not typically a fan of salsa verde but you better bet my tamal was drowning in the side salsa verde. It's also a pretty decent size too. 1 tamal is enough to get ur day started. The English fog tea was quite brilliant mate! You can tell it's a quality tea bag. The Vanilla syrup was the source of its subtle sweetness that provided a good morning sip. read more

Brasil - English fog tea - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I went here with a group of friends, and we were genuinely looking forward to a nice lunch together. One of my friends was fasting, so we kindly stated that they would be unable to order anything. Nothing complicated, just trying to make sure everything would work for them. Instead of being understanding, the manager was extremely insensitive about it. The response felt dismissive and borderline rude, like our situation was an inconvenience rather than something that deserved basic respect. It honestly made the whole table uncomfortable. We were just trying to enjoy time together, and the energy shifted completely because of how we were treated. A little empathy and professionalism would have gone a long way. The atmosphere felt tense, and after the interaction with the manager, it was hard to relax. I am not someone who complains easily, but this experience really disappointed me. I will not be going back, and I would not recommend it based on how we were treated. read more

Love this place. Great food, lovely coffee and the music is always a vibe. I always try to go during the quieter times so I can get my favorite spot with the outlet and I can get some work accomplished while I relax a bit in a serene environment. I usually get something light to eat and a coffee and they are amazingly quick and my order is always brought out to me with such kind energy. Oh and love that they have a communal water area to be able to hydrate while ya caffeinate. This place is one of my favorite spots in Houston read more

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Brasil is one of my favorite brunch spots. It isn't too crowded and the service is always prompt. It's always a relaxing environment with a beautiful patio and outdoor seating area. I saw announcements for live music and will definitely try to return at another time! I ordered the chipotle chicken bowl for brunch and it was a hearty meal! I loved the layering of the chicken, cabbage, sauce, rice, and cilantro! I loved sitting with friends, eating this meal, and taking in the relaxing atmosphere. I will definitely be returning to Brasil. read more

Brasil - Chipotle Chicken Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I came here for a quick bite with friends before heading around the corner for ice cream nearby. Brasil has been around for some time and apparently was one of the first specialty coffee shops in Houston all those years ago. I've had them on my list for awhile so it was nice to cross it off the to do list. Getting here was easy but parking looks like it could be challenging. I was lucky enough to grab a spot out front on the street, but had to be careful getting out and crossing the street. This comes with the territory for most spots in this general area. Customer service was great. The staff behind the counter was super friendly and steered me in the right direction on what to get. I wasn't super hungry when I got here so a Struggle Bowl seemed like a good choice to me. I felt like it was going to be this dainty bowl, but it was quite large and very filling. This bowl was filled with some of my favorite ingredients and flavors. It came with rice, chicken, cabbage, serrano peppers, cilantro, chipotle mayo and jalapeno sauce. I'm a big fan of a nice bowl where I can just mix everything together and eat. This was that and delicious. All the flavors went well together and I did not feel guilty eating it whatsoever. They also have a few other bowl selections as well. The menu for lunch, dinner and breakfast had lots of variety and options. Other than parking, this place definitely checked all the boxes for me. Chill, comfortable and delicious food. I will be back. read more

Brasil - Chicken Struggle Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is an okay place. Came here to get some work done with a friend as we wanted to try a different place but we should've stuck with our usual across the street, Empire Cafe. Parking is difficult since there's so many places around but you can try to find street parking. The place is also cute. Red brick, greenery, patio, very modern and cute vibe. You order at the bar and they bring the food and drinks to you. The staff was friendly and the service was quick but that's about it. The chicken bowls we had were pretty much mostly rice. We hardly had any chicken in the bowl... the cold brew coffee was good. They don't have any WiFi on the weekend, which is announced on their website and I wish we would've seen beforehand or else we wouldn't have really gone.. the site also says they limit the WiFi to 2hrs per visit during the week in which you need to make a purchase every hour. Otherwise this is an ok place to grab lunch or dinner. read more

Brasil - Chicken bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great place to have coffee and brunch! We were there on a networking meetup and the place was nice and big so there was good ambiance and space to hang out with friends. Service is fast! Also food was really good, tried the potato bacon egg breakfast taco and it was huge and delicious! I also tried the Mexican Mocha which is a feast of flavour in your mouth, definitely a must-try!! The music was rad, quite a mix of genres which I loved! Only issue is the parking but it's Montrose so that's a given, but definitely a good place to go! read more

Brasil - Mexican Mocha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Have been back to this place for so many years and pretty much the same except the back patio was upgrade with more tables. It has a nice ambiance at the front patio with lots of bamboo trees for shade. Food was good and service was frien read more

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I haven't been to this place in at least 10+ years. I feel like it's a neighborhood staple. People come here to study, get work done, enjoy a coktail before going out, or just an easy family night, etc. I noted that previous reviews had said management forces you to order food immediately upon arrival in order to remain in the dining area. And that you must order food to use the wifi, etc. I waited for my friends a bit, and no one hassled me, so that's good. Me and 2 other Elites came here to fill our bellies before we walked over to Jeni's Ice Cream for an Elite week treat. I was hungry but not starving. The menu gives off comfort food for sure. I feel as though that's what gives it this sort of charm. Service - was straightforward. You order at the bar counter, and get a number. Our server, Cristino, helped me decide what I wanted to order. He was very friendly. They have a water station thats self-serve. I decided not to order any cocktails, but they did have a long menu of options. Food - Cristino shared that he really loves the grilled cheese, as he gets it here for his free meal. It's one of his favs. I love grilled cheese, and any time I see it on a menu, my interest is piqued. So it was an easy decision. It came out super cheesy & nice thick bread, which I love, 5/5 on that. I had already read the reviews that folks were not a fan of the soup. I agree it does taste like canned mariner sauce 2/5, it can be doctored up more. I do like that it was thick to sop up with the grilled cheese. My friends enjoyed their meals, it was just enough food. Parking- street parking only, no lot. Overall, I enjoyed my meal. So because of the nice service, I rounded up to a total of 4/5. read more

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Food subpar, the women that work here a great however the owner is the reason I will not come back.

Came in with a Starbucks coffee, I had every intention of buying lunch and coffee there once I finished my work, owner came... took my full overpriced coffee and trashed it. After that, I decided I didn't want to support the business... owner continued to come over and ask me if I wanted anything. Even frustrated, I stated "no thank you " he proceeded to say "thank you for your support" and sarcastically walked off. Just felt really rude and uncalled for :/ read more

Food is always so good, breakfast lunch and dinner ALL of them are a hit. My favorite were the chicken tacos but sadly, they took them off the menu. The avocado toast at breakfast is one of the best I've had in Houston. All of the appetizers are always good: hummus plate, cheese board, garlic fries... they are all so good. The pizza is also very good they have such unique flavors such as fig and prosciutto pizza. This pizza changed my views on pizza ever since. Drinks are also so good and there is such a variety, you can also ask for specific things, matcha lemonade is not on the menu but it is so so refreshing. Coffee is also nice. Staff here are so friendly and they give your food in a timely manner. The outdoor seating is nice too. read more

Brasil - Fig and prosciutto pizza, matcha lemonade - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

I really enjoyed checking out this place! I got the dripped coffee, which includes one free refill. I absolutely loved it! The service was excellent and everyone was so nice and welcoming. The vibe inside is really cute and Boho. I ordered the Chilaquiles and it was really flavorful. I thought it could use a little bit more sauce but overall it was excellent! I will definitely be coming back to try other items on the menu, and even just to work or study for a few hours. read more

Brasil - Chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

This was my absolute favorite coffee shop growing up. I've lived in Houston almost my whole life so I have been coming here for ions. It had been a while since I visited last but what is not to love? The coffee is good, they serve alcohol and food. The food is pretty good and the service is friendly and quick. They have an outdoor patio and plenty of seating inside. The outside patio is covered with plants and I just love that. read more

Brasil - Lander oatmilk latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

Second visit here this time had breakfast. The pancakes were so light I loved the whip cream with lemon zest was delicious. Not pictured but I had the pineapple upside down cake cocktail, amazing drink! The workers are so kind and personable I enjoyed our time there. Also the food comes out really quick, perfect breakfast/lunch spot for group meals. read more

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Definitely enjoyed the vibe in the place. Wonderful place to come and work... before dinner. After dinner you are being set nicely out the door, or directed to do dinner and no longer a work vibe. The great thing is they weren't rude about it nor ugly but you can feel the subtle nudges sometimes after 5pm. The service was great and they were very attentive to help out and check in with us, prior to the nudges. Food was ok. I ordered a pizza and the ceviche. For the price they were a good portion. However the taste was just ok. The pizza was very greasy. And the ceviche had a huge cocktail taste that wasn't terrible but not great. Overall a good place to work and do stuff. Maybe I'll try other food items in the future. read more

Boy has this place gone down hill in general. The food was mediocre, and the staff had an attitude problem. I came in to meet a friend for dinner and asked the staff/bartender about position sizes on some of the menu items. I told him I was just looking for something on the smaller portion side and he replied 'then you shouldn't be going out to eat at a restaurant!' or something along those lines.....my friend and I were just taken aback and confused on why this person came off so rude for no reason? Really bizarre. Won't be returning. read more

Love this place! Lucy, Lalo, & Namaratha are the best. Every time I come back to Houston, I will always come visit Brasil for their matchas, chicken rice bowls, & their pastries are amazing. The service here is friendly and helpful. Ambiance is a vibe. read more

Dan, the owner, went above and beyond to make our team building experience amazing! We ate delicious food, drank the BEST coffee and painted together. This is a perfect haven. read more

I came here recently for a dinner meeting. It was loud for a dinner mtg but not their fault. They should've picked a different spot. Anyhow, the food here is yums! I ordered the special, the Mediterranean Steak bowl. The food presentation was okay, but def could've been better. I thought the basil sprigs could've been cut in half due to how big they were. Also, I am not sure if this is how they intentionally cooked the rice, but I thought it was overcooked. The rice was clumpy as if it were cooked in a pot too small for the amount. I also feel the pickled carrots could've been sliced a bit thinner. The dish was very good. I didn't get to take a pic of my plate, but I took some to work the next day. I also had the house lemonade, which was bomb! Get it! plan on returning for the fig and prosciutto pizza. It looked divine (I sung that word to emphasize the look). read more

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Honestly, where do I even start? The place has hella vibes and it's cozy to the max The girl in the stripes sweater was wearing a plaid skirt which was super cool. And the bartenders make solid drinks It's eclectic taste in a quaint space Signing off read more

Brasil - Drinks - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

If you don't have reservations and are looking for a casual brunch spot with virtually no wait to get seated and for your meal to come out, this is the place! We were pleasantly surprised by our experience here, and the optionality on the menu was great... lots of choices to suit what you might be craving that morning. The brunch/breakfast items were filling and tasty! I'll have to come back to try more items read more

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Great spot for working, chilling, date night, or friends groups! Full service bar. Events are happening throughout the week. And monthly specials. The food and service were AWESOME! Me and my date for 2 dishes and split it and both the spaghetti bolognese and blackened salmon was so heart and stomach filling. (Sorry about the photos. The food is so good I forgot to take earlier pics) . The down side; no parking lot. Street parking available. I WILL DEFINITELY BE RETURNING!!! read more

Brasil - Spaghetti bolognese. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Came to Brasil to have brunch with a few friends on Sunday morning. The parking here is difficult- street parking only. You order your food at the bar and they give you a number. I ordered eggs, Benedict and one pork tamale. I paid my total through an iPad system and didn't get a receipt. The first plate that arrived to my table were three tamales. I assumed that I had a miscommunication and accidentally ordered a set of tamales rather than just one tamale. I started to eat them when my eggs Benedict and my one pork tamale came out. I let the staff know that I had received multiple tamales because I wanted to make sure that whoever was missing them got their food. I think a manager came to validate what happened with the tamales and then he tried to take them from the table. I said to him that I had already eaten some of it, and I would be happy to keep it, and he made it very clear that I did not pay for them. At first, he left them on the table, but then he came back and told me that the chef was mad and that he needed to take the tamales back . I asked if he planned to serve them to someone else and he said no he needs to throw them away because that's the protocol because I didn't pay for them. It was a rude presentation, he was yelling at me to "write my little review and he didn't care." It extremely wasteful to throw away the tamales that I would've been happy to consume. I guess it's a great business model for them to ask for the tip in advance of the service (which I put 20% because I'm a decent human) for THAT service. Lol Not sure why you wouldn't make a customer happy and say our bad- you keep them. I don't plan to come back. Food wasn't good anyway. read more

Great menu and drink variety! Everything was so good. So much indoor and outdoor space -- would be a great place for a casual date or to study. Parking can be tricky so keep that in mind. read more

This was my first time at Brasil. We wanted a low key brunch spot so we popped in on a Saturday afternoon. There was some street parking available right out front and it wasn't too crowded in there. You have to order at the counter, and you're able to sit anywhere. I got the avocado toast, a side of pancakes and we did a peach mimosa carafe. The food was good, but I wish the mimosa was a bit stronger. I'll definitely be back though. read more

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I am shy to admit but as of late I have been eating a lot of steak and one of the best deals in town is the steak and garlic fries at Brasil. Aside from their large selection of coffees, cocktails, and wine, they have an amazing kitchen that can basically whip anything you expect from a cafe. The steak frites in the evening is quite possibly my favorite with their avocado crema and the garlic french fries. Their chimichurri is a spectacular addition atop the steak and they will actually cook it to the temperature that you request it. I have had it well done, medium, and rare and I have not been disappointed with anything other than myself for asking it to be done well. I have to say that Brasil has really stepped up it's game. One of the nights I was here there was a female DJ who was playing some of the best disco I have heard in Houston. I wish I had gotten her ig handle. Brasil, eu te amo. read more

Brasil - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Houston, Texas

Not sure why this place isn't more popular! It has a ton of very fresh items with lots of flavorful vegetarian options. The ambiance is relaxed and surrounded with plants, an oasis in the middle of montrose! Staff is also very friendly and remembers names of their frequent customers. There is a patio and wifi too! read more