Picanha: Brazil's Crown Jewel
Our grilled sirloin cap (picanha) arrives sizzling alongside beans, fluffy rice, farofa, vinaigrette, crispy fries, and fresh salad — a proper Brazilian plate, made with love.
22+ Real-Fruit Brazilian Juices
From tangy acerola cherry to creamy cupuaçu and sweet cajá — our juice bar brings rare Brazilian fruits straight to your glass, fresh and made to order.
A Taste of Brasil Bistro
A Family Kitchen on San Pablo Avenue
Brasil Bistro is a family-owned boteco rooted in El Cerrito — cooking the recipes of home and sharing them, plate by generous plate, with the East Bay.
Our Brazilian Roots in El Cerrito
Brasil Bistro is a family-owned boteco on San Pablo Avenue — your East Bay home for generous plates and real-fruit juices rooted in Brazilian tradition.
What our guests are saying
If you want a taste of Brazil or you're missing the Brazilian experience, this restaurant has got it. The desserts, pastries, and all the offerings are very close to what you would find in Brazil. The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the cost of lunch in the Bay Area. For less than
Jon A.
Amazing Brazilian food, actual authentic Brazilian food. It feels like you're walking into your aunties home, so cozy and inviting. The staff is friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and fresh - beware, the portions are huge! They also sell many Brazilian products. It felt like having brunc
Daniela Nuñez Zurita
The food at this Brazilian place is fantastic! It’s authentic Brazilian cuisine, and the steak was amazing. Plus, everything is reasonably priced. The music and atmosphere are great too. It was my father’s first time trying Brazilian food, and he loved it.
Yulian Suarez
Food is excellent and at a great price. Plates are big, you'll have plenty to take home. Place is small with limited seats, you have to order atvthe front counter are they are slow with only one cashier.
Leandro Addarich
Where Brazil Comes Alive in El Cerrito
Pull up a chair on San Pablo Avenue and let us bring São Paulo to you — generous plates, real-fruit juices, and the warmth of a true Brazilian boteco.
Frequently Asked Questions
What meals do you serve?
We serve Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Where are you located?
We are located in El Cerrito, CA at 11866 San Pablo Ave
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Richmond, El Cerrito, East Richmond Heights, San Pablo, Berkeley, Albany, Rollingwood, Kensington, North Richmond, Tara Hills, Pinole, Montalvin Manor, Sobrante, Gateley, Hercules, Emeryville, Herpoco, Luzon, Fort McDowell, and Orinda Village.
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