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    Santana's Plaza Café

    4.1 (107 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    X Galinha
    Chris K.

    We were looking for breakfast after we dropped our dogs off for their grooming appointment and Santana's was recommended. It was a short walk and there was lots of parking spots available around the cafe. I had the X Galinha sandwich which was very enjoyable, the soft bread was a nice contrast to the crispy chicken and vegetables.

    Yerina K.

    I've been here a few times and I love this place! I gave it a 5 star because of how much food they give and its quality/ authenticity according to my Brazilian boyfriend. I always get the pão de queijo for an appetizer and the açai bowl was SO good (not too sweet). The plate is so good but I decided to get the omelette and steak this time, which was a lot of food/was worth it. The people there are always busy but super friendly especially to a non-Brazilian like me! There's a bunch of tables and it feels so local/popular within the Brazilian community so you know it's good. I would recommend this place especially for bread!

    Yeahhhh that is oil, a lot of!
    Moises C.

    I normally do not do bad reviews, but this one I need! Order an pickup from this place, stop by pick up my order and my fettuccine alfredo was oil Alfredo, I try to remove most of it and still a lot on the plate! Also, the container, come on! Make it better! Little of oil is ok, but the whole can is to much!

    Kid's menu - Chicken Tenders & French Fries
    Dan B.

    Great food. A lot of variety and they are open pretty late, 6am to 11pm. They serve all meals of the day.

    That's not what you're supposed to do with Brazilian cheese bread bro
    Fox E.

    So if you wear a pink bandana And your penis is shaped like a spanner Then get your ass to Boston Cause it's weirder than Austin And it has the yum drinks at Santana! The Acai here is very Smooth, as served by the waitress (Maria Maria), who is a bit of a Black Magic Woman, especially when it's Stormy. But she often drops orders, she's a little Carlos and clumsy. This awesome Cafe makes Brazilian juices and all kinds of delicious delights. I wasn't expecting it to be so completely friendly and awesome. They also have the cheese bread - Pao de queijo - and they make it hot and warm and fresh and it could not be any more delicious. Now bear in mind there's tons of Brazilian stuff around here. Yet this is - unequivocally - one of my favorite Brazilian places in a very Brazilian area.

    Birthday Cake!
    Bruno G.

    Worst service ever! I ordered a bday cake with white chocolate shavings and bonbon pieces on the top. One white layer with bonbon and the other one was milk chocolate layer with dark bonbon pieces as well. Guess what? It came totally different! But the worst is about to come, when I called the bakery to report it and see what's going on about it they talked with the MANAGER and said " I'm sorry, you've cut the cake already and the only thing we can do is put a 10$ dollars credit under your name so you gonna be able to spent it here!!! Bullsh** place, must be a joke! Bday cakes involve feelings, people and celebration!

    Acai bowl prices
    Stephanie N.

    I come here at least one a month and I love all the food here. Downside is that it's literally always packed. Which is expected when the food is amazing. They have a glass display of tons of pastries. I'm not familiar with Brazilian pastries so I wish that they had signs labeling what they are. It's a very casual cafe. You wait in line and order up at the counter and then you seat yourself. When your food is ready, someone will come out and call out your name. You have to listen extra carefully because the workers are all Brazilian and they will most likely butcher your name. I get their plate specials every time I come. Love their steak and chicken plate specials. The meats are seasoned really well and the plates come with a LOT of food. Meat, rice, beans, plantains, and Eggs or salad. I'm obsessed with their rice. I'm pretty sure all they do is just salt it but I'm obsessed. I could literally just eat a bowl of their rice and be happy. Their acai bowls aren't the best but they're still pretty darn good. You can pick up to 4 toppings. Any additional toppings are an extra $1

    Amazing! We were lost looking for a place to eat and decided to stop! Let me tell you!!!! It's amazing! Employees are just as amazing!

    Cant complain. The food is always amazing.
    Veronica R.

    The food is great it has extremely good flavors. I love the avocado and banana smoothies. I live an hour away but it's worth the trip.

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    Always stop by for a bit here after landing at Logan Airport. The Brazilian sandwich are a must to have.

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    Love this place always great meals and service. I go there ever time I'm in the neighborhood.

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    The açaí is amazing!! I also had a beef plate with fried banana, fries, eggs and beans. It was so good

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    Tropical shake was one of the best drinks I had in a long time! U know it's good when it's packed with locals! :) thx!!

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