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La Brasa

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Authentic Mexican restaurant with Spanish-only menu, generous portions, and a friendly, multilingual staff in Northeast Raleigh.

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La Brasa

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Discover genuine Mexican and Latin American flavors served in a casual atmosphere with generous portions at La Brasa in Raleigh, NC.

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La Brasa offers authentic Mexican cuisine featuring a diverse range of dishes from Colombia, Peru, El Salvador, and Mexico, served in a casual yet trendy atmosphere. Guests enjoy generously sized portions, a Spanish-only menu, and approachable staff who provide attentive table service. The restaurant is popular for lunch and dinner, welcoming solo diners and groups alike.

What to Expect:

    ๐ŸŒฎ Diverse regional Mexican and Latin American dishes
    ๐Ÿน Full bar with beer and cocktails
    ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Table service with casual, friendly staff
    โ™ฟ Wheelchair accessible entrance, restrooms, and seating

Important Information:

    โ€“ Price Range: $10โ€“20
    โ€“ Hours: Open daily, late-night on Friday and Saturday until 4 AM
    โ€“ Location: Northeast Raleigh, easy parking
    โ€“ Reservation: Walk-in friendly, no online booking
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๐Ÿ“ Local Insights

๐ŸŒฎ Bold Authenticity: The menu is entirely in Spanish, reflecting genuine Mexican and Latin American recipes not commonly found elsewhere.

๐Ÿฝ Order at Counter but Expect Table Service: Regulars often place orders at the counter before seating, but newer visitors can expect attentive table service once seated.

๐Ÿน Late-Night Dining: Open until 4 AM on Fridays and Saturdays, though some reviews caution about earlier closing times than advertised.

๐Ÿ  Spacious Seating: Despite its popularity, there is ample seating minimizing wait times even during busy lunch hours.

โฐ Hours

Monday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Tuesday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Wednesday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Thursday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Friday: 11 AM to 4 AM

Saturday: 11 AM to 4 AM

Sunday: 11 AM to 10 PM

๐Ÿ‘‰ Best For

Authentic Mexican food lovers, lunch and dinner, solo diners, groups

La Brasa

4000 Atlantic Ave # 164
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Raleigh
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NC
27604

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
La Brasa is praised for its authentic and flavorful Mexican and Latin American dishes, generous servings, and welcoming staff. Customers appreciate the casual and trendy atmosphere with fast service. Some reviewers mention slow service at times and occasional cold food, while others note occasional over-promising on late-night hours; overall, food quality and authenticity earn high marks.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Fajitas mixto; Lamb dishes; Small plates; Cocktails; Beer; Quick bites; Comfort food; Spanish menu; Latino regional specialties

๐Ÿ“† Best Times to Visit

Optimal visits are lunchtime early afternoons and weekday evenings before 7 PM to avoid the heaviest busy periods; Fridays and Saturdays peak late at night.
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