Wood-fired, globally inspired dishes & cocktails showcased in a rustic, industrial-chic bar & grill.
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Address: 124 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145
Phone: (617) 764-1412
Website: https://www.labrasasomerville.com/
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Wood-fired, globally inspired dishes with Mexican flair & cocktails showcased in a rustic, industrial-chic bar & grill.
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124 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145 617-764-1412 [email protected] Dine In Hours Sunday to Thursday 5-9pm Friday & Saturday 5-10pm
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Reviews
C K
Garbage food. Last time we went there for $1 oysters, and the taste of those was horrid (actually you can tell the taste is not good from the photos below, lots and lots of sand, rotten smell) . Not to mention the small portion sizes, and rock-liked rice. There’re basically very few dishes to choose from on the menu as well. Kind of makes me wondered where those 5 stars reviews are coming from. Extremely unpleasant experience for sure. One of the worst restaurants I’ve ever been to in my whole entire life.
… moreTiffany Marte
Experience: 2/5
We were having a great time at first, the atmosphere was casual and fun, and our server Luiza was attentive early on. But once the food arrived, we felt forgotten. No refills were offered, and after we had an issue with the chicken, the service shifted noticeably. Luiza ignored our attempts to flag her down, and when someone finally took the dish away, no one asked what was wrong or apologized. The treatment felt dismissive, and for a restaurant that’s been open over a decade, it was surprisingly unprofessional.
️ Food & Drinks: 4/5 (inconsistent)
The appetizers were excellent , the oysters were fresh, and the tacos were crispy and well-seasoned. The Papas Bravas (served with my King Prawns) were a highlight: perfectly crispy and flavorful. The ribeye was tasty and came with Mexican fried rice which my friend loved, though the steak itself was not as juicy as expected. The Brussels sprouts (served with my friend’s chicken dish) were also a hit, balanced and not overly sweet.
However, the chicken entrée was a complete miss — it smelled off, and the taste reminded me of raw chicken. After we complained, I reordered the King Prawns, which had been great the first time, but the second plate was oily and burnt. That inconsistency took away from an otherwise promising meal.
Overall: 3/5
La Brasa has great potential and standout dishes, but inconsistent execution and poor handling of customer concerns left us disappointed. Not sure we’d return.
… moreWe were having a great time at first, the atmosphere was casual and fun, and our server Luiza was attentive early on. But once the food arrived, we felt forgotten. No refills were offered, and after we had an issue with the chicken, the service shifted noticeably. Luiza ignored our attempts to flag her down, and when someone finally took the dish away, no one asked what was wrong or apologized. The treatment felt dismissive, and for a restaurant that’s been open over a decade, it was surprisingly unprofessional.
️ Food & Drinks: 4/5 (inconsistent)
The appetizers were excellent , the oysters were fresh, and the tacos were crispy and well-seasoned. The Papas Bravas (served with my King Prawns) were a highlight: perfectly crispy and flavorful. The ribeye was tasty and came with Mexican fried rice which my friend loved, though the steak itself was not as juicy as expected. The Brussels sprouts (served with my friend’s chicken dish) were also a hit, balanced and not overly sweet.
However, the chicken entrée was a complete miss — it smelled off, and the taste reminded me of raw chicken. After we complained, I reordered the King Prawns, which had been great the first time, but the second plate was oily and burnt. That inconsistency took away from an otherwise promising meal.
Overall: 3/5
La Brasa has great potential and standout dishes, but inconsistent execution and poor handling of customer concerns left us disappointed. Not sure we’d return.
Jacqueline Kassis
My friends and I went on a Random Wednesday night. The food was excellent, but the atmosphere was weird. We were the only ones in there. The food was amazing though and tapas style so small plates so we ordered a few and they were all very good. My favorite was the pancakes.
… moreBérénice
Good food and friendly staff!
Love the vibe, the place is huge and there was just a few people for a Friday night! which is surprising, guys, what are you waiting for to try this place out?
We loved sharing plates + cocktails!
… moreLove the vibe, the place is huge and there was just a few people for a Friday night! which is surprising, guys, what are you waiting for to try this place out?
We loved sharing plates + cocktails!
Anna C
The food was very tasty but somewhat overpriced for what it was and portion size, especially given the location in East Somerville. $20 for avocado toast is definitely on the steep side. The menu is also somewhat limited.
Small service touches missing here and there: we didn’t have silverware when our food was served and had to flag down two waiters because the first one didn’t comprehend our ask. Also no one came by to refill our waters after we finished the sparkling water.
I wouldn’t go out of my way to come back here, but if you live in the area or happen to pass by it’s worth a visit.
… moreSmall service touches missing here and there: we didn’t have silverware when our food was served and had to flag down two waiters because the first one didn’t comprehend our ask. Also no one came by to refill our waters after we finished the sparkling water.
I wouldn’t go out of my way to come back here, but if you live in the area or happen to pass by it’s worth a visit.
Erik Fogg
La Brasa is a hidden gem that deserves to no longer be hidden. It is truly fine dining at gastropub prices. Their chef has delivered novel and delightful flavors and textures every time we have come. Their wait staff treated us like friends on our first visit and remembered us by our second. It’s quickly become our favorite restaurant.
… moreSusan Pfordresher
Beautiful atmosphere. It’s a shame the food and service didn’t match up. It took way too long for the server to take our drink order considering we were the only table. She continued to be lackluster. The shiitake mushroom crepe, flautas and arancini were overcooked. The highlights of the meal were the shrimp pupusa and Mexican street corn. Both delicious.
… moreBarry Lee
This was an A++ experience. The staff were so kind and the food was superb!
We didn’t realize we had stayed past closing but they didn’t fret. We felt terrible but regardless, the ambience, flavors, and overall aura of excellence was truly memorable!!
Our waitress was a gem and so kind to us. Plus she had really stylish rings.
The halibut dish was PERFECTION.
… moreWe didn’t realize we had stayed past closing but they didn’t fret. We felt terrible but regardless, the ambience, flavors, and overall aura of excellence was truly memorable!!
Our waitress was a gem and so kind to us. Plus she had really stylish rings.
The halibut dish was PERFECTION.
Samuel Kessler
Fine food. Received a side dish we considered but didn’t order in addition to being charged for water. Personally, I never recommend or return to restaurants that ask their staff to upsell by offering “still or sparkling” water without offering tap or explaining there will be a charge. It’s at best tacky and always feels scammy!
… moreNatalie Lin Douglas
We enjoyed a nice quiet meal at La Brasa on a Thursday evening. Would especially recommend the pork carnitas tacos and the silken tofu chocolate mousse. Drinks were great, too. Wish there were more people there to enjoy it!
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