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    Brazuca Cafe

    4.8 (257 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    BRAZUCA CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Coxinha
    Hannah N.

    I haven't had much Brazilian food, so I was eager to try this place. I got the chicken plate which came with rice, beans and farofa. It was my first time trying farofa, and honestly it wasn't my favorite but I'm just not used to it. Everything else was delicious, especially the beans. My fries were over-salted unfortunately. I really liked the coxinha! The employees were nice, and I appreciate the water dispensers they had on the side. Nice to sit outside too.

    Cheese
    Kaylee L.

    This Brazilian cafe is at the Metro Pointe plaza near the movie theater. It is clean and tidy inside with a few tables and chairs inside and plenty of seating outside. I got the mini coxinhas/ croquettes which came as 6 for $7. The staff said I can mix and match, so I chose 2 of each: cheese, chicken, and beef. Unfortunately I had to eat through them to find I was given 4 cheese and 2 chickens so I don't know what the beef is like. The cheese ones are a little bigger and rounder looking. It has a soft doughy texture. The cheese ones taste a bit like mozzarella sticks. The chicken ones are a little smaller that is tapered at the end and the filling is a little orange with seasonings I'm guessing. It is ok, the meat is a little dry. It comes with a white sauce, that smells very pungent like pickles or relish. It was nice trying something new and seems popular with people ordering plates.

    Jeff Y.

    We were excited to find a Brazilian restaurant that wasn't a pricey steakhouse. Brazuca Cafe is located inside Metro Pointe Mall with plentiful parking. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating. The servers were friendly (many of them Brazilian) and you order at the counter and pay, then your food will be brought out to you. We ordered chicken stroganoff, feijoada (only served Saturdays and Sundays), mini coxinhas (a variety of the four flavors), pão de queijo, Brazilian lemonade, passion fruit drink, flan, and a mini brigadeiro. All of the food was very tasty and authentic. Prices were fair. All in all, a great place for some tasty Brazilian food! A lot of customers were Brazilian so that says a lot about this place's authenticity!

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    Emily J.

    Excellent steak sandwich! Was in the area shopping, and decided to stop in for takeout for lunch. Ordered a steak sandwich and fries. It took about 10 minutes to come out, and I took it back to work to eat at my desk. It was still piping hot when I got back. The steak was perfectly cooked, and the bread was a perfectly toasted baguette. Fries were solid as well, and they were plentiful. My coworkers enjoyed all the leftovers. Definitely will be back to check out more items on the menu!

    Chicken Wings !
    Marcus J.

    All the food was absolutely delicious!! the chicken wings are special, seasoned so well they don't even use sauce, and the famous Picanha steak is one of the juiciest I've ever experienced. The team makes you feel welcome and they even have wifi, which is a plus for working in. A one-of-a-kind authentic Brazilian cafe.

    Feijoada, passion fruit juice, and chicken/beef croquettes
    Jackie F.

    Just came back from Brazil not long ago and omg my tastebuds were craving some good Brazilian food. I googled and this place popped up. I busted a mission from the riverside area for the food and was not disappointed. Drink was amazing (passion fruit) Feijoada was amazing just like in Brazil and even brought back some brigadeiro with me. So yummy and so happy. Amazing, and staff were so nice

    Coconut latte, cheese bread
    Michelle T.

    I really like this cafe. I get my car washed at this shopping center so it's a nice spot to wait at. The latte was good. I got it with coconut syrup. The Brazilian cheese bread was great too. Service is always wonderful here.

    PICANHA ~ GRILLED STEAK
    Edith M.

    I just came back to praise this restaurant and truly say that I think you need to do yourself a favor and come check it out. I have posted plenty of pics of some of the various items I've had here. There have been plenty of visits! ;) It is worth noting that they also offer one of the most DELICIOUS Acai bowls we have tried (and we've tried many!) My kids and I will come here when we are in the mood for an Acai bowl. Their pasteles are scrumptious- omg with that tart sauce they give you!! My mouth is literally watering as I type this and remember that taste....yum!!! Inside is very clean and very beautifully decorated. There is indoor and outdoor seating and live music on some weekends. Such a vibe! But the main reason all this is possible- is truly the dedication and commitment from the owner-Giseli. She is so kind and sweet and her staff is great too! Truly sold of the best customer experience out there. They make sure that this establishment provides a delightful experience for all of their customers. Thank you so much Brazuca Cafe!

    Iced 12oz Spanish latte and fried plantains

    I work in the offices nearby and this is my favorite place to get coffee, mind you there's a s-bucks nearby-- but they don't compare to this spot my fav is the Spanish latte! And their croquettes are so tasty.

    Bonnie S.

    I have been craving the Feijoada since the first time I tried this dish in Kauai last summer. I came here to try it and not only was it authentic but it was a little better than my first time having it. The portion was generous. The meat was tender, collard greens and farofa were cooked and flavoured perfectly. My son got the Picanha plate and my husband got the beef pastel and we all kind of shared our orders. Everything was made with high quality ingredients and tasted like someone's grandma made it. I think that's always the goal! lol Service was quick and attentive. The girl working the register was super sweet and helpful. There is plenty of seating inside and outside. The decor is bright and clean. Not an easy restaurant to spot but if you are looking for authentic Brazilian food I highly recommend the Feijoada. Only served on weekends!

    Pao de queijo
    Tina H.

    The food was great. Everything was delicious. The drink was a touch too sour. The brigadeiro was a bit too rich. Only complaint was the pao de queijo didn't come out until our meal over, but they warned me it would take 15 minutes. Worth the wait. Other than that pretty good. The portions are not too big but not too small. It was nice to share if you usually eat on the lighter side. Definitely a homemade comfort food feel. Reminded me of how exactly our old family friend used to made brigadeiro and chicken stroganoff. Nice to have Brazilian food on the more affordable side in Costa Mesa. The ambiance was pretty cool and casual. Not pretentious at all.

    Beef Pastel
    Crystal H.

    Loved dining here today! Healthy and very delicious! Everyone was so kind and very informative of my questions concerning allergies. Their plates and stroganoff are gluten-free and egg free, they also have cheese balls that are gluten-free, but not egg free. The space is clean and has a very simple and nice aesthetic, they have a cute circular decor where you can sit and take photos. We ordered the following; Beef Stroganoff- Tastes great, but wouldn't eat it as a main meal, does contain bones, so just be mindful when eating. Steak Plate- the plate is made up of a fresh salad, the steak, rice, beans and farofa (toasted cassava flour). Very clean eating and tastes great! Chicken Plate- similar to the steak but switched out with chicken, the chicken is not a strongly flavored, but works well if you are looking to eat rather healthy!! Beef Pastel- tastes awesome! Except, I made a mistake of eating it last. Pastel tastes better when it's freshly brought out, because it is crispy. That was totally my fault! I wish I ate it first. Loved going here, will definitely go again and it is on my list of allergy friendly locations.

    Dulce de leche is sooooo gooood!!!!

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    I really like the coxinha, very tasty. Haven't tried anything else here. I always order the coxinha

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    What is the brown sugar used for that comes with the steak plate?

    It’s Farofa (yuca flour with bacon and butter). We love farofa with everything, inside the beans.. or for dip the steak..

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