La Brasa Latin Cuisine

I love Emilio, been coming here since I was kid and nothing has changed at all. Same great recipes and friendly staff that I grew up around. My parents and I love the ceviche, the yuca rellena, the trout and the carne asada which has such a good flavor and marinade. My extended family from Panama has been here, my grandma and relatives and they all love this place. This is a classic place and there other locations such as biscotti or la brasita are also incredible. If you ever go to biscotti try the ravioli with pistachio sauce, one of the best dishes ever and la brasita has some incredibly burritos as well.

This unassuming, family-owned Latin restaurant is a true hidden gem. I’ve been coming here for years with my family, and the friendly, genuine service keeps us coming back as much as the food. The pupusas are hands-down the best in the region, the rotisserie chicken is deeply seasoned and flavorful, and the fajitas, lomo saltado, and carne asada are all outstanding. What really sets this place apart is the consistency—every single item on the menu is top-notch. No hype, no flash, just excellent food done right. Easily one of the best-kept secrets in the area’s dining scene.

We tried the guacamole, pupusas, carne asada, enchiladas, horchata, and passion fruit drink. We liked the food, it was well seasoned and fresh. The service was good too, the waiters were attentive and friendly. I didn’t enjoy the ambiance as much, the space is very dark, outdated m, and not well-maintained nor welcoming. It was also very hot in there, not sure if they had the A/C on. I would give it another try for take out only.

The food is good, with reasonable price. They did a great job with grilling. Friendly staff. Free parking at the back of the restaurant.

Let’s just say I will not be returning. I stopped in earlier today for lunch and ordered the 1/4 chicken with two sides. Unfortunately, the chicken was undercooked. I didn’t realize it until I got back to my office to eat. Had I eaten in, I would have addressed it right away. Very disappointed with the quality and experience.