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.
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Overall ratings and reviews
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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
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Chicago / Illinois
Contemporary American
Chicago
Contemporary American
Review summary
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Brasero delights diners with its "amazing service" and "delicious food." Standout dishes include the branzino, braised pork shank, and creative cocktails. The "cozy, welcoming atmosphere" complements the "friendly, attentive" staff, making it a favorite for celebrations. Despite some minor service hiccups, the overall experience is "top notch" and highly recommended.
460 Reviews
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Daniel
Las Vegas3 reviews
2.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 2
Food 3
Service 2
Ambience 4
The meal was good but certainly not worth the price. The server could be bothered to help with a wine bottle selection.
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Alex VIP
Chicago24 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
Almost everything we got was excellent and flavorful. The only disappointing dish was the pork shank - it was cooked great but had absolutely no flavor. Especially after everything else was so flavorful. The noodles are seriously one of the best things I’ve ever had. Definitely get those and skip the pork.
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Mark VIP
Chicago9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Start to finish this was a remarkable spot for dinner. Our waitress Erica was so helpful helping us navigate the menu. Each dish was better than the last. Honestly the food was delicious. The drink menu was filled with creativity. Here is one of my fav parts - it was my sister's birthday, and I asked for something sweet with a candle. Not only did we get a towering ice cream sundae with a lit sparkler, but a card signed by everyone on the staff. Who does that? Anna the manager, even stopped over and took our picture.
We will be SO back!
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Jessica
Chicago3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Outstanding dining experience! I wasn’t surprised given the chef owners long term success with El Che Bar and (former) La Sirena Clandestina which is dearly missed! Definitely book a reservation here and bring a friend or two to order everything on the menu. It’s more than worth it.
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Luis F VIP
Chicago15 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 6, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Maxx was amazing and all of his recommendations were a hit! Thanks to the team from the warm welcome at the host stand to the wonderful descriptions from the food runner to the attention of detail from Luc. Thanks for a wonderful experience!
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Ebby VIP
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 5
Above and beyond service. Wonderful food. One of my best dining experiences in Chicago !!!
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Robert
Denver8 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Absolutely wonderful service from start to finish! The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. The food was nothing short of amazing — fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every dish we tried exceeded our expectations. It’s such a gem of a local spot, with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious meal in a great setting!
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Makanda
Chicago1 review
4.0
Dined on April 4, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
Very good food.
The service was very good. Fast.
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Jelena VIP
Chicago6 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 1, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great overall. The service was attentive. Great place if you like seafood, for sure.
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Amy VIP
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 29, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This was my second visit, and once again, it was excellent. We loved every dish. The cocktails are fun and creative, and the service is extraordinary. Service (on both of my visits) was the best I have had in a long time (and servers in Chicago tend to be extraordinary, so this is high praise).
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FAQs
Brasero is rated 4.8 stars by 460 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.
