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Brasas: Latin American Street Food

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I have been reading numerous positive reviews about Brasas that when I was invited by my fellow foodie KC to have dinner, I agreed immediately. Anyway, it was just a few blocks from where I work.

We were already starving when we arrived, so I forgot about taking photos of the place.

KC ordered Puerco Asado (Php 240) while I had a Beef Rice Platter (Php 220). Lester, who later joined us for dinner, got the Chicken Rice Platter (Php 180).


Puerco Asado

Puerco Asado is a Cuban dish with slow-roasted pork belly with crunchy skin, roasted seasonal vegetables, rice, and beans. You can just tell from the smell that it tastes really good. This dish is a little on the heavy side because of the beans and rice mixed together.

Beef Rice Platter
Chicken Rice Platter

Rice Platters are charcoal-grilled meat with South American Slaw, Patacones or crispy plantain chips, yellow rice served with Chimichurri sauce. I loved how tender and flavorful the beef is. I wouldn't dare estimate this platter, as I was already feeling full halfway my meal. Mind you, I have a huge appetite and was starving at that time.

We also had some Carne Asada Fries (Php 120) for sides.

Carne Asada Fries


The Carne Asada Fries are large-cut fries with chopped carne asada and grated Monterey Jack cheese on top. I love fries and could've enjoyed it more if it arrived before our rice meals.

I was supposed to try the Latin beverages, Guarapo and Brasacolda, but both were not available during our visit.

I was surprised at how affordable yet filling the dishes Brasas has to offer. The aroma from the spices will definitely awaken your senses, and the taste of the dishes was just extraordinary. I can't wait to give Brasas another visit, and I'll be sharing it again with you soon.

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Brasas: Latin American Street Food
5th Level
The Podium
ADB Avenue,
Mandaluyong City
Contact No. 5705559
Facebook Page: Brasas Philippines
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  1. Senyor IskwaterApril 29, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    wow...adb lang... i'll definitely try this... thanks for sharing ah

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    1. michymichymooApril 29, 2013 at 10:04 AM

      I was supposed to take you there the last time we met. We should go soon! :)

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  2. Laviña JampitApril 29, 2013 at 11:41 PM

    looking at the Carne Asada Fries, I think it's a must try! nam nam.. hehe..

    lavinajampit.blogspot.com

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  3. RixApril 30, 2013 at 4:16 AM

    mukang masarap at malinamnam... pero parang gusto ko yung fries :D

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    1. michymichymooApril 30, 2013 at 4:24 AM

      I hope you'll try the fries, and other dishes too! :)

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  4. xoxo_grahApril 30, 2013 at 4:29 AM

    nakaka gutom...pero parang na curious din ako sa taste...kasi cuban taste so hindi ako masyadong kabisado sa cuisine nila...:) but it looks very appetizing though...:)


    xx!

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  5. April-Perez.comApril 30, 2013 at 5:41 AM

    it's a good thing i'm eating while reading this post! nakakagutom especially the puerco asado dish!!

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  6. Sumi GoApril 30, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    I didn't know about this resto! Will definitely try it really soon. I'll bring the bf too 'cause I'm sure he'll love the HUGE servings! :D

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  7. ZaiZaiApril 30, 2013 at 10:37 AM

    Sama ako when you and Senyor go here! The dishes look great and aren't too pricey! :)

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  8. The Mommy Roves April 30, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    omg i always think latin / mexican dishes are so sinful!! pero irresistable naman sila :D looks so yum!!!

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    1. michymichymooMay 1, 2013 at 2:03 AM

      They have salads too! :) Hope you'll visit Brasas. :)

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  9. Guia ObsumMay 1, 2013 at 4:04 AM

    The food looks good. Not too sure about the beans, though, not too fond of them. How does it taste?

    I'm craving for the fries right now. :)

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    1. michymichymooMay 1, 2013 at 9:48 PM

      It goes well naman with the Puerco Asado. :) Hope you'll try this soon, Guia! :)

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  10. AnimetricMay 1, 2013 at 11:08 AM

    The Carne Asada Fries look soooo good. Makes me want to go order. Now. Lol. :D

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  11. earthlingorgeousMay 1, 2013 at 7:36 PM

    Gosh! is that streetfood? doesn't look like one! OMG I want!

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  12. Miss IshMay 1, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    Hmm. so the asado that we have is influenced by the latin americans? Everything looks yummy. My type of food. :) The thought of a roasted fatty pork belly with spices is just heaven. I hope they have smaller servings though. I have a pretty small stomach.

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    1. michymichymooMay 1, 2013 at 9:52 PM

      They also have wraps if you find the rice platters overwhelming. :)

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  13. UnknownMay 1, 2013 at 11:24 PM

    The Carne Asada Fries! How tempting at this lunch hour! :)

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