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Brasero, Chicago, IL

Brasero

4.8
4.8
342 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 38 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
Named by Robb Report as one of the Top 10 Best New Restaurants in the country, Brasero combines South American passion with midwestern grit and brings Chef John Manion's talent for wood-fired Latin cooking to West Town’s bustling restaurant row. This sultry 120-seater draws inspiration from across Latin America, honed through Manion’s decades of experience. Think flame- roasted, whole young chickens slicked with garlic-chili oil, steaks cooked over an open fire alongside chimichurri, and moqueca teeming with clams, shrimp & Mahi Mahi with coconut-scented rice—all washed down with quenching caipirinhas, locally brewed, Latin-inspired beer and 100 bottles of wine under 100 dollars.

For parties of 6-10, enjoy our Family Style Hearth Experience!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, South American, Contemporary Latin
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (872) 342-2079
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    John Manion
  • Private party facilities
    For private event inquiries, please email reservations@braserochicago.com
  • Neighborhood
    West Town
  • Cross street
    Between Wood and Paulina
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wine
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What 342 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brasero offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service and quality," making it a standout in Chicago. Guests rave about the "divine" dishes like Wagyu steak and tuna ceviche. The ambiance is beautifully romantic, and the service is "top notch." This neighborhood gem promises a memorable culinary journey.

342 Reviews
  1. Jasmine

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. We loved everything we tried. Great food and service was impeccable! Will be back.
    BraseroResponded 1 day ago
    Jasmine, Thank you so much for your kind words! It was mine and Dane's pleasure to have you in, and we're so glad you enjoyed the happy accident "smorgasbord." We hope to see you again soon! Warmly, Anna Broughton General Manager

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  2. Robert

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was written that this was one of the top 10 new restaurants in the US….it was better than that… what a treat. Basero is world class and not to be missed.

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  3. Anissa

    Atlanta Metro

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was soooo good! I will definitely be heading back there. And the staff was excellent. Very good.

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  4. Annie

    Chicago

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    terrible service and not worth the price. the ceviche and the coconut soft serve were good..everything else was mid or below.

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  5. Bri

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was on point. The food was amazing. Drinks were excellent! Highly recommend.

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  6. Jovana

    VIP

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious food in a warm and inviting space. Highly recommend their braised pork shank. 

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  7. nick

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took a group to Brasero. We really enjoyed the option to do family style or the normal menu. The group split the porterhouse which was excellent. The noodles and fried rice were a great pairing. Service and the staff were friendly and engaging making for a great night.

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  8. Christine

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love the food but the service was slow tonight. It took a long time between drink orders and courses, as well as placing a dessert order and getting the check.

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  9. Carolyn

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. Did like a tasting menu. Every thing was really good. The fire gives the place a great vibe too.

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  10. Gary

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service with great ambience, despite a pretty full house table conversation was easy which is not always the case in Chicago restaurants. Will definitely return to sample other items on the menu.

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FAQs

Brasero is rated 4.8 stars by 342 OpenTable diners.

Brasero does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 38 times today
Google Map for Brasero

1709 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-5009

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between Wood and Paulina
  • Neighborhood
    West Town
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, South American, Contemporary Latin
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    John Manion
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Wine
  • Phone number
    (872) 342-2079
  • Private party facilities
    For private event inquiries, please email reservations@braserochicago.com
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