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Brasero, Chicago, IL

Brasero

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4.8 (484)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1709 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622-5009

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Named by Robb Report as one of the Top 10 Best New Restaurants in the country, Brasero brings South American passion and Midwestern grit to West Town’s buzzing restaurant row. This sultry, high-energy space showcases Chef John Manion’s wood-fired Latin cooking, inspired by decades of experience. Expect flame-roasted chickens with rotating marinades, moqueca with rockfish, shrimp, clams, and Akahoshi ramen noodles, and steaks cooked over open fire. Enjoy linquiça with mojo de ajo, craveable sides, and bold flavors throughout. Sip a delicious regional classic like a caipirinha, explore our 100 wines under $100, or try a rotating mix of local and Latin-inspired beers. Join us for lively weekend brunch or drop by our cocktail bar for a drink and a bite. For groups of 6–10, book the Family Style Hearth Experience—fire-kissed and made to share.

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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 Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 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 484 people are saying

Brasero reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Chicago

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Brasero delights with "unbelievably good" dishes, inventive flavors, and a lively atmosphere. Renowned for "amazing service," standout dishes include the whole branzino and coconut soft serve. While some find the wine list limited, the "amazing birthday celebrations" and "great ambiance" make it a must-visit for many in Chicago.

484 Reviews
  1. Ellen

    Atlanta1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant had a cute vibe, but it has been touted as an amazingly wonderful dining experience which it was not. Service was mediocre, and the food was nothing special and quite pricey. I will say that we went for brunch and not dinner. Perhaps dinner is a much better experience 

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  2. Jennifer VIP

    Chicago141 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall a super experience. Wonderful food - we had the endive salad, the scallop crudo and the swordfish and the mango semifreddo. Everything was inventive and delicious and we liked the vibe. Our only complaint was the wine by the glass list - it was small and pricey, considering the wines were not great. A bonus is plenty of free street parking on Sunday nights

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  3. Julia VIP

    Chicago20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant. The food the service just outstanding. We enjoyed every single meal.
    BraseroResponded 6 days ago
    Julia, thank you so much! We’re over the moon to hear you enjoyed both the food and service—it means the world to us. Can’t wait to have you back for another standout meal. – The Brasero Team

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  4. Liz

    Chicago31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always! One of my go to places in the city.
    BraseroResponded 6 days ago
    Liz, we love being one of your go-to spots! Thanks for the continued support and kind words—we’ll always have a seat (and a cocktail) ready for you. – The Brasero Team

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  5. Martez VIP

    Chicago8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant had a lively atmosphere and an interior that felt eerily similar to El Che. Service was excellent—attentive, professional, and well-paced. The food was undeniably high quality, though the flavors didn’t quite hit the “game-changer” mark for us personally. That said, I can easily see how this could be someone’s favorite spot. My fiancée and I have been fortunate to visit some truly standout restaurants recently, so our bar may be unusually high. Brasero certainly surpasses many others in both execution and experience, and it deserves recognition for that.

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  6. Bob VIP

    Chicago12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You can't beat this South American influenced restaurant for Authenticity and Affordability.
    BraseroResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks, Bob! We’re proud to share the flavors of South America, and it’s wonderful to hear the authenticity and value come through in your experience. Looking forward to your next visit! – The Brasero Team

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  7. Gabby VIP

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This dinner experience was so unbelievably good, the flavors were so unique. The service was amazing and I haven't had food like this in Chicago before it was so great.
    BraseroResponded 6 days ago
    Gabby, your review absolutely made our day. We're so glad the dishes—and the service—left such a memorable impression. We’ll be sure to pass your praise along to your server! It’s an honor to be part of a special night, and we hope to see you again soon. – The Brasero Team

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  8. Sean

    Columbus4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was me and my lady’s first time and we LOVED it. The wait wasn’t too bad, but luckily we had reservations because the place was stacked. The clams were amazing, the asparagus was so good she wanted the recipe and the surf and turf was fire! Anytime we come back to Chicago, this will be a must stop. Our waiter also made for an even better experience and was absolutely personable. Thank you guys for the experience.

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  9. Bryan

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blake was an amazing server. He walked us through the menu and had amazing recommendations. Everything tasted great highly recommend the noodles and steak here. The coconut soft serve was delicious and great way to end the meal.Our group was able to chat comfortably there music wasn’t too loud. The staff cleared our table quickly and didn’t miss a beat when being out the next dishes.

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  10. Kaia

    San Francisco2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    After having a spectacular and special dinner at Brassero, brunch was a disappointment. Something felt off...the service was not coordinated or attentive and despite beautiful presentation, the food was mostly just ok. However, I will note the ham and cheese danish was delish! I have recommended Brassero to a lot of people since our amazing dinner, however, I am a bit reluctant to continue after this past experience.

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Brasero is rated 4.8 stars by 484 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. West Town

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 39 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 Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 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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