Brasero

Name: Brasero
Address: 1709 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, United States, 60622-5009
Telephone: (872) 342-2079
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

333 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Brasero

4.8

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

West Town

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 51 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood 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
Neighbourhood
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
Truffle Catupiry Cheese, Apple Butter
Salmon Ceviche
Black Garlic Leche De Tigre, Charred Tropea Salsa, Avocado Puree, House Made Plantain Chips
Quail
Brazilian Fried Quail, Okra, Chiles, Pickled Pepper Aioli
Hokkaido Scallop Crudo
Black Lime Aioli, Aguachile Coconut Water, Okinawa Sweet Potato, Puffed Rice
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
Grilled and Chilled Broccolini
Smoked Broccoli Caesar, Sherry Vinaigrette, Candied Brazil Nuts, Pecorino
Coal Roasted Sweet Potato
Catupiry Cheese, Hot Honey, Fried Pumpkin Seed, Peanut Crunchies

Mains

Moqueca
Shrimp, Clams, Mahi-Mahi, Coconut Broth, Dende Fried Nuts, Cilantro, Akahoshi Ramen Noodles
Wagyu Picanha
Brasero Salt, Chimichurri, Vinagrete
Whole Grilled Branzino
Marinated Grapes and Red Onions, Fried Garlic, Champagne Vinaigrette
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
Passionfruit Semifreddo
Chocolate Banana Budino
Dulce de Leche, Pretzel 'Nilla Wafer Crumble, Thai Banana, Whipped Cream, Smoked Maldon

What 333 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.

333 Reviews

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Gary
Chicago
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day 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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Arnie
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Here’s the updated version of your review: My wife and I decided to visit your restaurant after seeing it featured on NBC News' The Food Guy segment, and we’re so glad we did! The video of the food preparation looked amazing, and we couldn’t pass up the chance to experience some authentic Argentinian flavors. We arrived about 15 minutes before the restaurant opened and were waiting outside when the lovely host noticed us. She graciously unlocked the door, saying it was far too cold to stand outside, and welcomed us in. She kindly let us know the staff was still setting up and assured us they’d be "very close to being fabulous" in no time. That warm hospitality really set the tone for the evening! My wife had been looking forward all day to trying the Moqueca, and with her expectations already sky-high from the feature, the dish did not disappoint! I ordered the Black Cod cooked in a banana leaf, and it was incredibly flavorful and tender. To top it all off, we shared the soft-serve coconut ice cream for dessert, which was the perfect finish to an outstanding meal. We’ll definitely be back—I’ve got my eye on the Wagyu Picanha for next time. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience!
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Sue
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was excellent! We had the crudo, ramen, steak and coconut soft serve. It was pricey but well worth it! We will be back.
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Michael
Orlando
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding and the service even better. Shoutout to the GM Anna who was very attentive to me and everyone else dining, making sure our experience was extra special
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Michal
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
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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Roy
Chicago
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 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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Justin
Memphis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
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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Diego
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
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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Grace
Orlando
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
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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Michaela
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2024
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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Brasero is rated 4.8 stars by 333 OpenTable diners.

Brasero does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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Brasero

4.8

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

West Town

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 51 times today

1709 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-5009

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Between Wood and Paulina
Neighbourhood
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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Pão De Queijo

Salmon Ceviche

Quail

Hokkaido Scallop Crudo

Grilled Prawns

Roasted Squash

Sides

Paulista Pork Fried Rice

Grilled and Chilled Broccolini

Coal Roasted Sweet Potato

Mains

Moqueca

Wagyu Picanha

Whole Grilled Branzino

Grilled Young Chicken

Braised Pork Shank

Desserts

Coconut Soft Serve

Passionfruit Semifreddo

Chocolate Banana Budino

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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Brasero

Make a reservation

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