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Brazo
What if Portsmouth had a fling with a Latin lover? What if mojo filled the streets, steaming with the heat of Cuban, Spanish and, Latin music. What if you could drink a caipirinha on a Tuesday night? Or salsa with someone you'd never met? Welcome to Brazo where the flavors of Latin and South America are completely at home in northern reaches. Its everything an exotic journey should be right in downtown Portsmouth. Viva Brazo!
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75 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 75 reviews
5 stars
(48)
4 stars
(24)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(46)
- special occasion(34)
- romantic(31)
- neighborhood gem(28)
- vibrant bar scene(28)
- hot spot(27)
Brazo Reviews List
Review 1 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food great atmosphere
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Braxo has great food that evn my Latin husband approves of! The atmosphere is fun and the drinks are great! Service is fantastic!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic
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Review 2 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very pleased with our dining experience. shared the stuffed dates and each had the lamb shank. both were excellent. good pour on the tito's as well. good service by all."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Brazos, Bravo!
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I always love going to Brazos for dinner. The food is wonderful. I recommend the Tappas platter to start. It's just enough to split for 2."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food noisey evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good food and good choices. The circular table was too small for 6 adults and the noise ruined our ability to talk to one another.
I would not go back."
I would not go back."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 5 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food to Die For!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I don't know how I've missed this restaurant but it is a find and then some! Food is just wonderful -- nicely seasoned, perfectly cooked and many options for light dining or full blown "pig outs"! Service was excellent - not intrusive and no sense they were in a rush to get you out. There was quite a crowd in the bar when we first arrived and it seemed a bit noisy but once we settled in, noise level was fine.
The fish taco "appetizer" and the stuffed dates will make you swoon! Cuban pork entrée was superlative!"
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We Will Return
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the reception upon entry until the departure, the staff provided us with personal attention beyond belief. Never the less, the service was exceptional, and the food fantastic.
Well worth the trip, and no doubt we will be returning soon."
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been to Brazo many
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been to Brazo many times and it never lets us down. It is pure perfection and every restaurant should strive to be this amazing!!!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our dinner was exceptional- from cocktail (coconut mojito) to the dessert (tres leches)!The food was perfection, and service by Ryan impeccable!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful, creative cuisine.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Wonderful, creative cuisine. Ryan, our server, is the best!!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and good ambiance.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food and good ambiance. A little piece of Spain in Portsmouth."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A great dining experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A great dining experience. Servers very well trained. Food delicious."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 12 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had the restaurant week
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had the restaurant week menu. It was pretty good. Loved my mini fish taco! the tres leche was YUM!However, when I made the reservation early in the day I asked for a nice table for two. They seated us at a table for four right next to the doorway. Right behind us was an empty much cozier table for two....It say empty our entire meal. Kind of a bummer when you are out on a date."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 13 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
From the service to the food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From the service to the food and the atmosphere, BRAVO! What a wonderfully fun and delicious evening."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 14 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Do the bar scene! And have a drink.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Didn't have te same experience at their bar that the other reviewer did. Outstanding! And crowded at 530 on the last Friday of March. Reservations a must. Skipped their very famous fish taco and went with the tapas plate appetizer for two, really very good. And I had their special fish, sea bass, which turned out to be one of the best dinners I've had out in months. We'll keep going back. This place is that good!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 15 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, drinks and services
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, drinks and services - Ryan is the best waiter - ask for him if you can!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really enjoyed our dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really enjoyed our dinner at Brazo. The service was very good, staff is very knowledgeable of the menu and very helpful in recommending drinks and entrees. The drinks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts are all very good. We had the fish taco appetizer, which was outstanding, very fresh, and definitely good to share. The mohito's there are also very good, they have several flavors, I really liked the coconut one. For entree's I had the skirt steak and my wife had the Brazilian meatloaf. Both were very good and infused some great latin flavors. For dessert we shared the tres leche cake, this was also very good. Overall we really enjoyed Brazo and will definitely be going back again."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite restraunt! Consistently
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My favorite restraunt! Consistently great food & service!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 18 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious food. Wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious food. Wonderful drinks. Friendly service. Beautiful decor"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful service ---- wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful service ---- wonderful food!!!! We we come again"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
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Review 20 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service. Delishious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service. Delishious food!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 21 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yum!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We really loved the cozy, warm atmosphere and the food was exquiaite."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 22 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband and I are still
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I are still talking about how fabulous the food was, and our server Ryan was awesome!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic, the food was outstanding and so was the service. Too bad we live so far away because we would be there once a week for sure!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ask for Ryan to be your server.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ask for Ryan to be your server. He's the best!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
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Review 25 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing, as always! The bleu-chees
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Amazing, as always! The bleu-cheese stuffed dates are my favorite!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our second time at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second time at Brazo and it was as wonderful as the first time. The food is amazing, the service great, and the atmosphere lively. I highly recommend it!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Patient, helpful service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Patient, helpful service, great food and cocktails. I'd go back."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 28 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ive been to Brazo several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ive been to Brazo several times in the last few years and it is consistently an amazing night out.
From delicious cocktails (and beer for my partner) and appetizers to main course and dessert and espresso-
Everything has been prepared to perfection, and served by polite, friednly and professional waitstaff."
From delicious cocktails (and beer for my partner) and appetizers to main course and dessert and espresso-
Everything has been prepared to perfection, and served by polite, friednly and professional waitstaff."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 29 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great restaurant. Amazing
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great restaurant. Amazing food with good sized portions. The bartender Johnnie made you feel so welcome
We can't wait to go back !"
We can't wait to go back !"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful food, fantastic
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful food, fantastic and friendly service. They don't rush you out, nor do they ignore you. A really great balance. The one thing you should plan on is spending money. It is a bit expensive, but the portions and taste of the food make it worthwhile."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful ambiance...great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful ambiance...great food...exceptional service...a real find!"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 32 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great scene! Excellent food! Quenching Margaritas! Highly recommend!"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 33 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food. Original and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food. Original and beautifully presented dishes. Classy service. Lovely atmosphere."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 34 for Brazo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our waiter Ryan was wonderful-
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our waiter Ryan was wonderful- enthusiastic, friendly and knowledgeable. He took time to express a genuine interest in us and make sure we enjoyed our first-time visit. Our dishes were beautifully prepared and delicious, and we felt comfortable to linger and enjoy the evening at our own pace."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Brazo
Based on the average of (41) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic