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Brasero, Chicago, IL

Brasero

4.8
4.8
444 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 54 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • 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.

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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
  • 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 444 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brasero offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about standout dishes like the Iberico pork shank and grilled oysters. The ambiance is "warm and inviting," making it perfect for special occasions. While some find it pricey, the portions are generous and worth sharing.
444 Reviews
  1. Danielle VIP

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the BEST meals I've ever had in Chicago (and let me tell you, I have been to a lot of places). Service was incredible, the restaurant decor is stunning, and the food was insanely delicious and full of flavor. Hands down the best short rib I've EVER had. I was hesitant to write this because I want to gate keep Brasero but this is a must visit! You will not be disappointed.

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  2. chase

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was PHENOMENAL, came out quick and was great, would come back without a doubt

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  3. Katie VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great addition to the neighborhood—I've visited several times and leave super impressed each time!

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  4. Vasti VIP

    Chicago25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just perfect! Best service ever! Best Moqueca and the truffle cheese bread! Omg!!! I’m definitely coming back soon! Amazing!

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  5. Meredith VIP

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love everything about Brasero! The food, service and vibe are fantastic! It's our favorite restaurant.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Chicago7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun! Had to wait in a lounge area, but we’re seated in a Vip table and food came quick! Yum Lots of NA cocktails & diverse menu.

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  7. Monae VIP

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointing changes. Prices are rising while portions are shrinking. For example, they previously served a whole sweet potato, but now only provide half for a higher price. While I still enjoy my favorite dishes, I wasn't impressed with the restaurant week options. The increasing prices combined with the constantly changing menu is frustrating.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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  8. Greg VIP

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent in all ways! Great, interesting food, great service, and a fun atmosphere. We thought it was great.

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  9. Michael

    Chicago6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went as part of West Town Restaurant Week to try it out. It was a great value for $60 and four courses. The yellowfin tuna crudo was delicious but we wished for bread to dip in the excellent Leche de Tigre sauce (we settled for spoons so we could eat it). I didn't think I liked oysters but they were amazingly good and I will go back just for those. The food was all outstanding including the rich dessert. Plus they have caipirinas which we love and not many places serve them. We will return.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    1.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect dinner (although crazy expense). Celebrating fiancés birthday. Great waiter Liam. The GM basically made us leave before we were ready to spin the table. Weird move.

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FAQs

Brasero is rated 4.8 stars by 444 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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Booked 54 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
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