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Brasero, Chicago, IL

Brasero

4.8
4.8
329 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 68 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
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!

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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
  • Website
    https://www.braserochicago.com/
  • 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
  • Location
    1709 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-5009
  • 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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  • Pão De Queijo

    Papaya Jam, Herbed Catapury Cheese

    • Scallop Ceviche

      Cucumber, Lime, Coconut, Serrano, Puffed Hominy, Trout Roe

      • Quail

        Brazilian Fried, Salsa Golf, Yuca, Chili Citrus Oil

        • Pork Ribs

          Magic Salt, Hot Sauces, Guava BBQ

          • Grilled Prawns

            Charred Green Onion Salsa, Malagueta Puree, Brazilian Chile Crisp

            • Roasted Squash

              Tempura Kabocha, Pine Nut Gremolata, Brown Butter Honey, Clothbound Cheddar

              Sides

              • Paulista Pork Fried Rice

                Pure porky goodness

                • Feijoada Risoto

                  Black Beans, Bomba Rice, Linguica, Bacon

                  • Collard Greens

                    Garlic, Vinegar, Pecorino Romano

                    Mains

                    • Moqueca

                      Shrimp, Mussels, Mahi-Mahi, Coconut Broth, Dende Fried Nuts, Cilantro, Coconut Bomba Rice

                      • Wagyu Picanha

                        Picanha, Farofa, Chimichurri, Vinagrete

                        • Whole Grilled Red Snapper

                          Charred Green Onion Salsa Verde, Brazil Nut, Marcona Almond Crunch, Herbs

                          • Grilled Young Chicken

                            Molho De Alho, Chilli Confit, Chicken Salt, House Hot Sauce

                            • Braised Pork Shank

                              Smoked Ibérico Pork Belly, Feijoada Risotto, Pork Au Jus, Apple and Herb Salad

                              Desserts

                              • Coconut Soft Serve

                                • Semifreddo

                                  • Chocolate Banana Budino

                                    Dulce de Leche, Pretzel 'Nilla Wafer Crumble, Thai Banana, Whipped Cream, Smoked Maldon

                                    Last updated: November 2, 2024

                                    What 329 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

                                    Noise • Moderate

                                    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.

                                    329 Reviews

                                    1. Michal

                                      Chicago

                                      3 reviews

                                      vip
                                      5.0

                                      3 reviews

                                      Dined today

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      The pork shank is amazing! Service was great! Wonderful atmosphere!

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                                    2. Roy

                                      Chicago

                                      2 reviews

                                      vip
                                      5.0

                                      2 reviews

                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Very fun--great food! Great Service! Will be back!

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                                    3. Justin

                                      Memphis/West TN

                                      1 review

                                      5.0

                                      1 review

                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Everything was phenomenal. Lives up to all the hype!

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                                    4. Diego

                                      Chicago

                                      5 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      5 reviews

                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Hugky recommended if you appreciate food. The pork shank and the pork fried rice are out of this world. Service was the high point of the night. On a busy night they didn’t miss a beat. One of the best places in the city.

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                                    5. Grace

                                      Orlando

                                      18 reviews

                                      vip
                                      5.0

                                      18 reviews

                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 4
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Amazing date night! The menu is incredible and so is the ambiance. We got the T-bone steak dinner which was perfection. Highly recommend for a fancy night out!

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                                    6. Michaela

                                      Seattle

                                      1 review

                                      5.0

                                      1 review

                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Best kept new restaurant secret in Chicago - the service is impeccable. The interior of this restaurant is incredibly warm and textured.

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                                    7. Dana

                                      Central Coast

                                      2 reviews

                                      5.0

                                      2 reviews

                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      We were a party of six with very diverse taste and food and each one of us loved our dining experience. I live in Southern California and will now be looking for a Brazilian restaurant that is similar to this. I can’t recommend this restaurant enough. It was absolutely delicious. We’re still talking about it a week later.

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                                    8. Chris

                                      Chicago

                                      1 review

                                      vip
                                      5.0

                                      1 review

                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Had such a great experience at Brasero! Food and service were top notch! Over 100 bottles to choose from on their wine list and the server was very knowledgeable and able to help pick out a bottle that paired well with our food order. For food we ordered the Salmon Ceviche, Grilled Prawns (never had prawns this flavorful), Pork Fried Rice, Picanha (perfectly cooked and delicious by itself. Really enjoyed it with the vinagrete). The Pork Shank stole the show and was so tender it fell off the bone! Definitely looking forward to coming back!

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                                    9. Sian

                                      New York City

                                      1 review

                                      5.0

                                      1 review

                                      Dined on December 1, 2024

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      Delicious meal. Everything was flavorful and fresh. Drinks were tasty and powerful. Its also a gorgeous restaurant. I can't wait to go back and take my husband.

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                                    10. OpenTable Diner

                                      Chicago

                                      3 reviews

                                      vip
                                      5.0

                                      3 reviews

                                      Dined on December 1, 2024

                                      1. Overall 5
                                      2. Food 5
                                      3. Service 5
                                      4. Ambience 5
                                      One of the best restaurants I have experienced in Chicago. The food was fantastic & overall experience 9.5/10. Would recommend to anyone

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                                    FAQs

                                    Brasero is rated 4.8 stars by 329 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.

                                    Make a reservation

                                    2 people
                                    7:00 PM
                                    Booked 68 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
                                    • Website
                                      https://www.braserochicago.com/
                                    • Phone number
                                      (872) 342-2079
                                    • Private party facilities
                                      For private event inquiries, please email reservations@braserochicago.com
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