Chale Ipanema
Chale Ipanema is located on the south end of Hartford (Little Italy). It offers Brazilian and Portuguese cuisine, featuring a modern approach to the Old World ideal. It also offers a healthy approach to Brazilian cooking, such as meats drained of fat, fresh fruits and vegetables, instead of dried and preserved ingredients, and the absence of palm oil in the kitchen. This restaurant offers a romantic ambiance, and features several private rooms and a bar. Reservations are encouraged, but are not necessary. Dress code is casual.
Chale Ipanema
342 Franklin Avenue
Hartford, CT 06114
(860) 296-2120
chaleipanema.com
Churrascaria Braza
Churrascaria Braza is located in the west end of Hartford. The airy restaurant is housed in a former movie theater and specializes in contemporary Churrascaria-style dining. A Churrascaria is a Brazilian steakhouse, which means passadores (meat waiters) come to your table with knives and a skewer, offering various types of meat. Aside from the many varieties of meat, it also features a large salad bar. It features a casual and fun ambiance, since the bar has a seasonal outdoor seating, which is one of the most sought-after seating in the local area. Dress code is casual with a "No Smoking" policy.
Churrascaria Braza
488 Farmington Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 882-1839
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Brazil Grill Churrascaria and Pizza
Brazil Grill Pizza, as it sometimes called, is a fairly small, but clean, restaurant serving a variety of pizza pies. Since it is also a Churrascaria, it serves an abundance of grilled and roasted meats. Those who love seafood may also find this restaurant's fried fish, shrimps and salad dishes enjoyable. A different special dish is served each day of the week.
Brazil Grill Churrascaria and Pizza
1996 Park Street
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 523-5477
brazilgrillhartford.com
Bem Brazil Buffet
This small Brazilian restaurant is famous for its food purchased by weight. It offers a wide selection of meats, poultry, vegetables, starches and salads that are served buffet-styled. Bem Brazil Buffet follows a "No Smoking" policy and a casual dress code.
Bem Brazil Buffet
5 S. Whitney Street
Hartford, CT 06106-1042
(860) 232-4486
