so we were looking for something quick, lighter and easy before a movie; we had a little time to burn and ordered one of their savory pasteis' wow, yeah -- i don't know what i can compare it to other than a really delicious argentinian empanada. it's crispy + flaky on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside, and totally worth a try. it made for such a great pre-movie treat that we made a point of coming back for a late night dinner afterward after the movie, the two of us shared the chicken stroganoff and for the price, i do wish the serving was a little bit larger than it was. that being said it was really, really good, so we went back for dessert and ordered their condensed-milk-flavored cake in a cup, which was incredibly sweet and quite dense, as far as cake goes. if you're looking for something simple or light, i'd probably try something else, and if going to order it at all, i think you might want to pair it with a hot coffee or tea or something to cut the sweetness and just break it up some otherwise, the caipirinha was new to us so we had to try it, and i thought, as a layperson, it was quite reminiscent of a margarita (lime, sugar). surprisingly, it comes with a popsicle! though because it was so unexpected we weren't able to finish it while we were there anyway, overall, very delicious if not a little pricey, and one of the best options available in metro pointe. thanks for the food! looking forward to visiting you all again read more

The casual ambiance is great to relax in, food is priced reasonably, and taste great. The staff actually speak Portuguese, and that's a nice to have in a Brazilian place. I can't tell you about the coffee because I didn't have any. But the Coxinha was good, probably not as good as Redondo Beach's, but not bad at all. The Pastel's skin needs a bit more work, not doughy enough and a bit thick. Also a bit greasy. The filling is good. The Kibe was a bit over cooked, so it was a bit hard and dry. Great steak. Oh well... a good start, I'm sure it'll get better. read more

Love this place! Delicious coxinha and wonderful steak sandwich! Will definitely be back!

Tasty, reasonably priced offerings and super sweet owner and staff. Great location for people watching and open air musical events!

If you are looking for a healthy and quick lunch or dinner, this place offers both and on top of it exquisite Brasilian traditional "street food" like coxinha, croquete and pastel (my favorite) and the always welcoming service part of the Brasilian culture. Totally recommend. read more

Brazuca Cafe - Brazuca - Brazilian Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The staff were super helpful the owner made sure that everything was good all the food was incredibly ! I would highly recommend this restaurant! It's a little loud but definitely worth it! read more

Brazuca Cafe - Chicken stroganoff very tasty - Brazilian Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Wow. What an incredible addition to this mundane food court. I saw that they had a pan de queso (cheese bread) sandwich with fillings I didn't like. They made one for me with ham and cheese. Then, they put it on a panini press. That warmed up the cheese in the bread. I had a moment with my sandwich. My husband wanted the picanha. We are at a quick serve restaurant in a food court. I questioned his discernment. Who orders a steak at a place like this? Then they brought out the steak. It was delicious and cooked perfectly. For less than $20, he had a beautifully cooked steak. Rare with a great crust. (I had another moment with my food) It came with rice, black beans, and a small salad. A friend got a latte and said it was delish. This was only the second day of a soft opening. I will definitely be back! For those with Celiac, the owner is going to try and keep one of the fryers as a dedicated fryer! read more

I was in the area and stopped by for lunch! Wow! This place is great. Very fresh food. I had the Maui Maui plate. My only suggestion is that they create a lunch sized serving. $20 is a lot for lunch and I didn't need that much food. Staff very friendly! Love the infused water. I don't come to South Coast that often but I will definitely come to this restaurant when I do. read more

Decided to give this new restaurant a chance on my lunch today and boy was I happily surprised ! They had excellent service ,very fast . The maracuya juice was so refreshing . The Pao de Queijo took me back to Rio de Janeiro a few years ago and wow was their sandwich delicious ! I will genuinely be coming back to try more including the brigadeiro offered and lemon caipirinhas ( great after work treat!) also had a relaxed ambiance , spacious and clean . read more

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Great food, get that large coxinha it's definitely a must try. so delicious, but if you can't have fish I wouldn't suggest it. All I can say is I can probably eat a dozens of those. the service is great, it's really a you order at the register and you pay and sit down. The ambiance is really chill, there's indoor and outdoor sitting area. I also got their latte which I am a huge latte connoisseur. they got it down alright. good experience great food great latte read more

Amazing food and a great atmosphere!!! I highly recommend this great new Brazilian spot! read more

Beautiful location, legit Brazilian food, and fantastic service. We were definitely in need of an option like that. Hopefully, they will keep expanding their menu to bring other Brazilian delicacies to Orange County. read more

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Yummy! Get in my belly all of it! Crispy delicious food! This might be my new favorite place. Loved the juices and the crispy pastels. The restaurant is clean and the customer service is awesome! I don't want to review it because I'm scared it will get busy. But so be it! A new small business that definitely adds some flavor to the Metropointe area. Tucked between Pizza Press and a decent chicken place. Enjoy! read more

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I got the beef stroganoff, and it was fabulous! The service was phenomenal, and my server Agata was exceptionally helpful being I did not know what to order, and extremely kind and service oriented! She definitely deserves five stars, as does the cook for the food! I highly recommend Brazuca Café and will be back again!! read more

Great food and service! I've been there a couple times and ordered different items from their menu. The owner is also a really sweet person! I LOVE the Brazilian Swiss lemonade! read more

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We went there for dinner today, it was way better than I expected. A new favorite place for sure. Also it's in a super cute mall and both the indoor and outdoor seating are very nice. The pastel de carne and pastel de palmito com queijo were DELICIOUS! If you miss pastel too you know that good ones are hard to find out here, even at some of the best Brazilian places, so this was an awesome surprise. And to make it even better, they offered a delicious hot sauce and a homemade mayo to go with it. Both were spectacular. The picanha plates were great too, the meat quality is super high and it was excellently cooked. Delicious farofa too, and great beans. All around a great dish. I was going to order extra food to go but got so distracted by the array of desserts that I forgot to order that while I struggled to choose sweets to go. At least I have cake. lol (We stuffed ourselves with so much pastel and picanha that I didn't get to eat dessert there. lol My husband did get the sweet pastel with Nutella and strawberries as dessert though, and like everything else it was amazing! I had some bites too and would have gotten one for myself if I wasn't so full. ) read more

Have lived in the area for decades and came across Brazuca Cafe recently on the web. Few days ago I ordered their pastries - coxinha, pasteis (cheese/heart of palms/beef) and kibbeh for delivery. As a picky eater this was an overall unprecedented surprise. I can tell they use high quality, fresh and healthy ingredients to achieve such level of taste and aftertaste. I am familiar with the Brazilian Cuisine and am sure they run a secret recipe for the food they make. While kibbeh is a Middle Eastern delicacy, it's also a very popular dish in Brazil. I couldn't stop eating ! Yesterday, I placed another online order of pastries along with their "Feijoada" - a black bean stew with select red meats and sides. While I expected the portion be larger for the price, it was another outstanding delicious surprise cooked to perfection. Overall, this is by far the next level of the Brazilian Cuisine. Kudos to the owners and team members at Brazuca Cafe, you guys got a new happy customer here. read more

The food and beverage does what needs to be done and then some! There is everything from savory to sweet, from light to hearty, a perfect array of selections with fresh and true flavors. The ambiance is serene and the warmth of service to customers make the cold even more enjoyable. Exquisite place to come to. read more

Brazuca Cafe - Brazilian Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

GET THE PICANHA!! It's so good! I unknowingly walked in a few minutes before they closed and ordered the Picanha plate. They said I'd have to take it to-go, which was fine, but I was a bit skeptical since they were about to close. I decided to go for it, and I'm glad I did. When I got home, I let it sit for a minute, then dug in. It was definitely one of the most delicious pieces of beef I've ever had--so rich and covered in rendered fat. I highly recommend it, 10/10. read more

I had the most delicious Steak with a Beef Pastel today. Love the cafe vibes with a simple and delicious menu. Great service with a kind and informative team. Will be coming back. read more

A few friends and I stopped by for a snack; we did not expect it to be as good as it was. The pasteis, candy and juice were all delicious and the service was genuine, friendly and fast. The atmosphere was pleasant. It isn't in my neighborhood but I am going to find reasons to be in the area so that I can try more. read more

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If your looking for a "homemade" Brazilian meal, this is 100% the place to go! The picanha steak plate was delicious and the caipirinha was even better! The staff was overly accommodating and treated us with true Brazilian hospitality. We ended with the passion fruit moose and it was . Overall great first experience at Brazuca cafe and can't wait to come back soon! Obrigada Giseli, the owner, for making our experience so special! read more

The place is amazing! Great service, best brazilian food you could ask for! Highly recommend. Stellar vibes. read more

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Yummy feijoada, gonna go back to try the picanha sandwich. Coxinhas are pretty good too!! read more

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It's a cute little authentic Brazilian cafe. They have a good menu to choose from. I tried their cheese and meat potato balls and steak sandwich. Potato balls were not Porto's but it tasted authentic and home made. The steak in the sandwich was tender and full of flavor. This would make a good lunch spot during work days. read more

Came by with a friend so she can get some Brazilian snacks and the owner was making something like a hot pocket with chicken. It was so good. read more

The service is perfect, the food is delicious, a comfortable place well located with parking. I recommend read more

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OH MY GOD! I have to say that my entire salary is being spent on eating at this restaurant. All the items are very fresh and flavorful, with the authentic taste of Brazil, and of course, my weekend routine involves going there for lunch. I have to emphasize that, in addition to the excellent service, the stroganoff (like a chicken in cream with herbs and corn) is wonderful, as well as the feijoada, which is a delicious bean stew with pork and sausage. In short, the menu is very diverse, and I need to go there more often to try everything they have. 5 stars, no doubt. read more

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Went for lunch. Really nice people and authentic Brazilian food. We spoke with the owner, who generously explained the food options. Not for the diet conscious. read more

As a first timer to Brazilian cuisine, I am glad I came here. The staff is very knowledgeable on the products and are very helpful!! I got the Chicken Milanese plate and chicken pastel...Absolutely Delicious!! I can tell why the line was out the door and will definitely be returning! read more

Brazuca Cafe - Chicken Milanese Plate - Brazilian Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Amazing food, fresh and savory! We will definitely come back again! Service is excellent as well and the restaurant is very clean. read more

Great, authentic Brazilian food. Reminded me of great meals we had in Rio. The Pão de queijo (cheese balls) were so good and freshly made. We had chicken, fish and and steak plates and our party of 4 loved it. The service was also excellent and the nice woman who took our order answered all of our questions. read more

Just had an espresso (a cortado to be precise and they even knew what that was). Great quality coffee! If it helps, taste is closer to illy and not the lavazzo type. read more

Omg I ordered the beef it was so good! It cane with beans and that brown powder don't know what it is but I asked them where do you put it and they said on top of the beans! Next tmw ai will try other food in the menu. read more

Good food. Clean and well-located place. Attentive service staff. And don't forget to try the brigadeiro at the end. You won't regret it.

Amazing food! Steak plate is incredible. Well worth the visit. Staff is really friendly and helpful. read more

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Excellent food, very friendly people. You should definitely try the the steak plate, beef strogonoff, and the feijoadas on Saturday and Sunday read more

I can't say enough good things about this place. It was such a great experience, and truly took me back to Brazil. We are so excited to find this little jewel. Everyone who helped us were just lovely people. The food was really delicious. I had the coxinha and pastel de palmito; both tasted really fresh and super authentic. We will definitely be returning to try out all the other foods that they offer. We didn't try the desserts but they all looked really amazing too! read more

Yummy Brazilian food near by! Recommend, they make everything in house and it's super flavorful. read more

I enjoyed this place! I recomend their pastel. I tried the chicken, beef and the pizza! Delicious. Agata thank you for your service! Your recommendation about the desserts just as you told me! Perfect sweet! Not over sweet just the right amount. I tried 5 of them ummmm yummy read more