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Brazo

75 Pleasant St, Portsmouth, NH
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Ranked #6 of 150 restaurants in Portsmouth
4.5 of 5 stars 39 Reviews
Price range: INR1,745 - INR2,814
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Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: State Street
Description: 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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Portsmouth, New Hampshire
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

First Friday of each month - Latin Night! A rare find on the Seacoast! Dancing and fish tacos - not to mention great drinks. More

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See 5 more reviews by candice c for Portsmouth
Wakefield, NH
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11 reviews 11 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

We enjoyed our food at Brazo and it was not as noisy as my previous experience. Staff was excellent. More

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Carlisle, Massachusetts
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Excellent food - great service. Interesting menu - great mojitos. More

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Portsmouth, New Hampshire
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

cool atmosphere, awesome fish tacos (fish taco friday $5 each), friendly bar staff, great cocktails and wine More

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15 reviews 15 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

We weren't amazed or disappointed by Brazo. The atmosphere was good and the music was fun. The tables seemed to be crammed in and small. That lost any sense of intimacy. Drinks were great and strong. Service was good. The food is unique. If the seating arrangement were changed it might have made the experience more favorable. It's worth checking... More

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See 2 more reviews by Bearfoxadventure for Portsmouth
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

Been here several time and loved each time. It is definitely pricy, and not kid friendly, but they have a gluten free version of the menu and the food is outstanding. My husband and I love it so much we save it just for us! Service has always been superiror, no waiting when yiu've made reservations, food always excellent. Having... More

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Bow, New Hampshire
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2012

Nice atmosphere and friendly staff with a varied menu including vegetarian dishes. I would definitely recommend this to people looking to have a great time and enjoy good food and beverages. More

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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

Brazo has one of the best bars in Portsmouth and - if you're lucky enough to get Emile behind it - the best bartender too! During the winter they have Happy Hour Specials from 5-7 (with half price apps on Mondays). The atmosphere has an understated sophisticated elegance with warm lighting and Latin music. The staff are friendly and efficient,... More

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Durham, New Hampshire
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2012

Good food and drinks, On some fridays they have dancing and it is a complete ball. More

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Memphis, Tennessee
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

Nice service and great location in Portsmouth! Recommend it! More

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