Unique and flavorful, in ways. Came from San Diego with family. The ambience is amazing and the decorating is charming, eclectic and unique. We don't have anything quite like this in San Diego. The food was delicious, fresh and served well. We ordered coconut drinks (the ones with coconut milk) 10/10, garlic steak special and some trio appetizers. The portions were decent size. Don't expect the food to be overwhelming with flavor, it's neutral and not super flavorful. Beautiful presentation and I believe something for everyone. Our server was amazing, I forgot her name but she helped us at 5:00 reservation, she had a cute little barbell tattoo. Amazing service and informative. The individual serving water was nice, but unresponsive to any communications or thank yous. **** IF YOU COME WHEN IT IS HOT OUTSIDE THERE IS NO AIR CIRCULATION INSIDE ***** read more

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Good food. Great service! Very overpriced. We went on the recommendation of our daughter. With a reservation, we had good seats by a window. Nice lighting and ambience. Our server was wonderful! Two of us got the picanha special. It was presented nicely on a hanger. However, the price was crazy for the amount of meat that it was. I won't talk numbers because that's gauche. Just be sure you know what you're getting into. read more

First time at their new location! Literally not even a block from the old One. The food here is fantastic, the service is prompt. Food is delicious but EXPENSIVE, for me this is an occasion spot for sure. My friend and I split the Moqueca for two, with the sea bass. They did not have prices for their features, that felt undisclosed and unnecessary. It was $140 for their Moqueca for two with sea bass. The interior of the repurposed church, with the stain glass windows were stunning. There were some curt remarks towards me. I think there was anger being taken out on me that we were supposed to be a six top and we're a five top. I will leave it at that, but I did not appreciate this, I spent a utility bill on dinner, and then tipped on that. That is what keeps this from a five star experience for me. read more

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Excellent food, beautiful atmosphere, and very nice service! I went there for brunch. Highly recommend the "Cesta de Paes" - it was delightful! Also, I just wanted to leave an informative tip for other diners: starting June 2026, if you pay with a credit card, they add a 3% credit card processing fee to the bill (cash payments bypass this). read more

BRAZILIAN FAVOURITE IN CLEVELAND! QUICK REVIEW: Batuqui, located in a former church, is a must visit if you are on the east side of Cleveland. Their food is filled with flavour and the coconut cake dessert looks light and delicious. From the hearty stews like the XIM XIM ($35), to their flavoured meats (steak, chicken, and salmon), you can't go wrong with finding something that you like. Vegetarian options are limited as I only saw one on the entree menu which is called PRATO MISTO and it comes with rice, pinto beans, farofa (cassava flour dish like rice or couscous), onions, and vegetables. Come early or make a reservation because this popular restaurant gets busy. BACKSTORY -- I finally visited in late February 2026 on a Sunday afternoon at 3pm. I came with a big group of women so we were seated downstairs in their party room. We had called beforehand to be confirm they had enough tables and chairs for a group of 35-40 of us which they did. AMBIANCE -- Although my group was seated downstairs in the private room, I glanced a little inside at the main seating area upstairs. I loved looking at the stain glass window which is colourful and reminds you that the building used to be a former church. The seating upstairs is neat and the tables and chairs are well arranged. There is also a bar area right at the front of this seating area. FOOD -- They have a full menu filled with traditional options. I ordered the XIM XIM ($35) which is a Brazilian stew with chicken, palm oil, coconut milk and carrots. It is served with white rice and topped with roasted peanuts. The Xim Xim ($35) is a VERY RICH and creamy dish and it doesn't have much liquid in it at all. I liked this stew especially the well-seasoned chicken. However, will order something else next time. I noticed that my stomach felt funny as I ate it, most likely because I normally don't eat such rich foods and maybe the coconut milk in the stew affected my stomach too because I hardly drink milk (I don't even like milk and can only drink almond or other types of alternative milks in a smoothie and I can't drink a glass of dairy milk, anyway, I digress...haha). I tipped them well because they catered to our large group and even brought us separate checks. I saw others order delicious-looking steak, ribs, salmon, and this chicken dish called the Sarava Key Lime Chicken which is a huge amount of food (oven roasted herb chicken filled with key lime sauce and served with rice, fried plantains, and vegetables). I am definitely ordering the key lime chicken next time. Someone on my table ordered the coconut cake which looked absolutely, light, airy, and delicious. I was able to try a sample of someone's salmon and another's plantain and they both tasted good. MINI STORE -- They have a gift shop downstairs that is also a mini mart filled with grocery staples and snacks from Palm oil, chocolate, tea, ornaments (decorative pieces), farofa (a Brazilian side dish that is made of toasted cassava flour), canned drinks, etc. SERVICE -- Our group was large and it was a busy Sunday afternoon for their staff but they handled it well. We were greeted, introduced to the chef, explained the menu, served water, then our orders were taken. I arrived at 3pm with the rest of the group, our food orders began around 3:50pm and the food came out around 4:30pm. The delay was that they first took everyone's drink and appetizer orders but I was fine with the wait because I didn't have anywhere pressing to be after lunch except the gym. Overall, Batuqui is an excellent choice for lunch or dinner especially for meat lovers. The food is rich and flavourful and customer service is nice. I can't wait to come back and try the farofa because I have never had it before neither had I heard about it until now. My 4/5 review is good for now because I'd like to visit on normal day instead of the large group/private party setting that I was in plus I want to try other menu items. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 8/250 total reviews in 2026 - 849 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 27 February 2026 read more

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Batuqui delivered a really solid Brazilian dining experience. We went all in and ordered a variety of appetizers, entrees, and desserts, and honestly everything we tried was flavorful and well-prepared. The menu has a great mix of options, so it was fun to share and sample across the board. The cocktails definitely do not mess around, they're strong, well-balanced, and worth ordering if you appreciate a drink with some real kick! The space itself is gorgeous, set inside a beautifully restored old church that gives the whole experience a unique and memorable. Service was good we had a very large group and they handled it. The only downside is parking, which was a bit of a challenge, so give yourself a few extra minutes to find a spot. Overall, really good food, great drinks, and a place I'd happily come back to. read more

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From what I understand, Batuqui moved from another location into the current spot just weeks ago. Not sure what it looked like before, but this place is charming and beautiful! It's now set in a former church with an airy dining room in what I'm assuming was the sanctuary. The stained glass windows have been preserved, but the room is decidedly updated with a bar under an interior gazebo, books lining shelves along the walls and colorful details. Just be careful as you're walking in -- I saw several people trip on a small step while rounding the corner. The menu features some new-to-me Brazilian dishes and cocktails. I initially ordered a Brazilian mule, but they were out of ginger beer, so shifted to a caipirinha with cachaca and fresh lime. I usually like beverages along these lines, but this one was a little too tart with a bitter edge I didn't enjoy. My kiddo got the mint limeade and was happy with it. We weren't terribly hungry, but between the two of us we split an appetizer special that consisted of six fried empanada/fritter bites with beef, chicken and shrimp. (It seemed like food took a long time to come out despite our being there fairly early in the evening.) Then we shared the xim xim -- a delicious mild chicken and rice dish fragrant with coconut milk. If you're in the mood for Brazilian comfort food, this is it. Overall, a really unique and interesting place! read more

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We came in a group of 9 and the food and service was top notch. All of us agree this was some of the best Brazilian food we have ever had. Alex was our server and he gave us the best service we could ask for. The Gaucho and the Chicken stroganoff was exceptional and our personal favorite. The restaurant is located within an old Christian church with beautiful stained glass windows and paintings. Wish we could come back but we are visiting from Utah! read more

Batuqui - Our table - Brazilian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Definitely curious to try this place since I love Brazilian cheese bread. Ended up ordering the caipirinha drink, catupiry cheese bread, shrimp malagueta, and xim xim. The caipirinha was sweet and refreshing, a good start. I asked what the difference was between their catupiry and pao de queijo, and they explained they used a softer creamy cheese for the catupiry--I'm so glad I chose the first because I never had Brazilian cheese bread with such a creamy center--definitely my favorite dish of the night. The shrimp malagueta was also so good, came in close second place for me with the spicy sauce definitely packing a kick. Never had xim xim before, but it reminded me of a curry since it had coconut milk--good comfort food. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Service was so nice and attentive--our waitress noticed me getting cold and offered to move our table indoors. Parking available as free street parking--can be limited in spaces depending on when you go. All in all, a great experience! Would definitely consider coming back again. read more

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Had an amazing night here- between the delish caipirinhas, sizable portions of steak and a savory fish soup, we left full and ready to come back to try even more. We sat on the upper level of the restaurant and loved the architecture of the old church, we can't wait to sit on the patio in the summer. Highlight of the night was the service, our server Carolina was attentive, personable, and took great care of us! 10/10- would highly recommend. read more

Batuqui - Churrasco Gaucho - Garlic Picanha Caipirinha to Go - Brazilian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

It never disappoints. The food was wonderful. We tried the Grilled octopus which was a special. The coconut butter cake is a must try. The service was great. Love the new location. read more

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This review is based on our dinner on a Saturday evening after 8 P.M. We arrived early for our reservation and were seated promptly downstairs, which was a first for us. A gentleman poured us water, and we had time to look over the menu. Ambiance was great. Unfortunately, it took about 10 minutes before our server, Denise, came to greet us. We ordered the shrimp malagueta, side of plantains, and ensopado de porco. The food arrived in a timely manner. However, my mariscada was missing key ingredients clearly listed on the menu, specifically crab and fish. There was also no check-in from our server after appetizer and entrees were delivered. When I waved Denise down to ask about my entree, she stated that the crab and fish were incorporated into the sauce and therefore not served in pieces. I did share with her that I ate the dish less than 4 weeks ago and there were definitely pieces in there. She took my plate to the kitchen, spoke with whomever, and returned to inform me that they have been out of fish and crab for about a month and have been substituting additional shrimp and calamari instead. While I understand supply challenges happen, this information should have been shared before ordering. My reservation that evening was centered around ordering the mariscada specifically for its seafood blend, so this was disappointing. I left feeling let down by the experience. I've been a loyal customer of Batuqui for over five years and have always supported the restaurant, its robust food and beverage menu, and evening specials. Regrettably, this evening has altered my perception of a place I've long enjoyed. read more

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The food is very good. Drinks are also good. The service is good in the staff is friendly and attentive.

The converted church is a perfect backdrop to an Easter meal. We are driving through and wanted a good dinner after being on the road all day. This place knocked it out of the park from the moment we walked in. Beautiful blend of high end and welcoming, this restaurant is absolute perfection. We loved our server and the speed at which the food came out. I'm so glad we found this spot! read more

I came here for Valentine's Day and the food was soooo good! I felt like I was having authentic Brazilian food! The restaurant is decorated very homey! read more

Great Brazilian restaurant! Great service and the food are the best! You can sit inside or outside!

I'm a tad confused by the reviews as this place was just ok. Service was good, but the food was just marginal, and extremely expensive for what it is. I live in Miami so I'm used to expensive restaurants but at least the food is commensurate with the body. To start, I ordered Caymus by the glass and by no means was it a fresh bottle. When I requested a 2nd glass it tasted vastly different than whatever they originally served me. It also came in a glass that was dirty on the outside. At that point, I just dealt with it. The ribeye was very thin and super fatty. The picanha acebolada (traditional Brazilian cut of tri tip sirloin) was beyond difficult to eat - very tough. Below average quality meats with a premium price. The beans were good that accompanied. Not sure I would come back - but if we do we won't be ordering steaks. read more

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Amazing food, people were great, really cool environment, outside seating is shaded and bar is awesome

We chose Batuqui for a special occasion dinner last week and it was a delightful experience! We enjoyed caipirinhas and pao de queijo for starters. The cheese bread was such a treat; I need to learn how to make it at home! Next, for mains, we tried the xim xim (coconut milk chicken stew) and steak with sides. Both were absolutely delicious and we savored every bite. Both were exceedingly flavorful and satisfying while being very straightforward in preparation and presentation. Service was attentive and warm. The dining room is beautifully decorated and inviting. We'll look forward to going back again! read more

I am mad I haven't been here before. Very tiny place so I recommend reservations, but it is worth any wait. It is beautiful inside very cozy feeling. The service, food, and drinks were all absolutely fantastic! We didn't want to stop ordering and trying new things. read more

I ordered the Costello do Norte (short ribs) dinner. It was very tender and tasty. This dish paired well with a glass of sangria. Our large group was seated in a private room so I felt it lacked the ambiance that the main dining had. The service took longer than normal but that's to be expected with a large group. The server was very pleasant and was able to give us separate checks. read more

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Everything went well! Second review for me in years and it is still great. Sat in the garden once and they come out frequently just to get fresh herbs and spices. The Brazilian steak was great as was the Brazilian Rum. If you've never tried a Cachaca, it may become your go to drink. read more

I enjoyed my first experience at Batuqui for my birthday, the food and service was amazing and my server was the nicest explaining the menu to me and giving suggestions since I had never had Brazilian food before. The space was beautiful and perfect for an intimate gathering. I have already told friends about the restaurant if they come to visit Cleveland. read more

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My husband and I had the perfect ten year anniversary dinner here. We love Latin food and this place was really good. The service was really good and the food was great. We also loved the Brazilian food and drinks. read more

I rarely give 5 stars out but there wasn't a single complaint I have of this place. The location and interior was very homely and reminded me of those old neighborhood, classic restaurants in places like Georgetown in D.C. The service was incredible, everyone was so respectful and treated us like queens! I felt very special, they were incredibly kind and thorough. As for the food? I don't know how to describe it...probably the best food I've had in Cleveland! In addition to the appealing presentation, everything tasted like an elevated home cooked meal. I finished everything on my plate and was scraping the bowl to finish off the tiny grains of rice and sauce left. I highly recommend the Moqueca Baiana wish fish (I tried a bite of my friend's Pudim de Leite dessert and let me tell you, I exported into a portal of heavenly custard lol. It blew me away how smooth, rich and creamy the texture and flavor was) read more

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This original restaurant location always impresses me and any guests! It's intimate and, even during restaurant week, their attention to service was intact. I'd recommend this spot for any celebration or to explore Brazilian cuisine. Having been here 20+ times, this place has consistently good food and service. read more

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Went here this afternoon with a group of 34 gals, the service was really great for such a big group. I had the seabass over amazing Brazilian Rice, amazing! The Brazilian drink was very unique and good Caiprinha with strawberries. The inside was very decorative. This place is a definite must try. read more

What a delightful experience! We were in Cleveland for the weekend, and we're interested in trying a restaurants we hadn't already visited. After a quick Yelp search, we noticed that there was a Brazilian restaurant nearby. As a group who enjoyed Brazil many times in the past, we felt it would be a great opportunity to experience a new and tasty restaurant. I am very pleased to report that this experience was excellent! The staff were delightful, and were very attentive to our parties needs. We decided to mostly do appetizers in order to try out the plethora of options. We were tempted by several entrées, but just felt that we would all end up with too much food! (The feijoada and muqueca really look delicious, when we looked at the plates coming out from the kitchen to tables nearby. Their "premium" caipirinhas or exactly that - a perfect expression of a classic Brazilian cocktail. My wife especially enjoyed the passionfruit caipirinha. I also liked that they had Brazilian beer options, because I really enjoy them. The food was exceptional, and was served at the proper temperature and texture. The kitchen works very hard to deliver an amazing experience, and believe me this place is worth every penny. Their "torresmo & mandioca" appetizer was our favorite of the night, but all of them were absolutely delicious! The establishment clearly has a lot going for it - I will say that if you live in this area, you should absolutely try this place because it is fantastic! We most definitely shall return! OBRIGADO, GENTE!! read more

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The atmosphere here is wonderful. So cute and still chic. The food was amazing with great cocktails. Everyone who worked there was happy and smiling. It was a great family owned vibe but still fancy. read more

Batuqui offers a charming and intimate dining experience, with its interior adorned with candles and fresh flowers that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. I ordered the Pasta de Mariscos, a seafood pasta dish. For the price, the portion of seafood was generous, and the sauce was amazing--creamy yet not heavy. Notably, many other tables around us were enjoying the barbecue, which looked and smelled delicious. I look forward to trying it on my next visit. read more

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The restaurant is beautiful with very comfortable seating that is a mixture of couches, benches & chairs. The service was great even though the waitress did admit that she was working both sides of the restaurant (the Columbine & pizza). The did a great job dealing with both parts. My salad with chicken was good as was our son's steak but my husband's steak was not as good because he chose medium well vs medium. The chimichurri was good and they could have used more of it. The desserts are huge so get one to share. I wish they sold coffee too! read more

I'm Brazilian, and this felt like Brazil. The food was excellent. My American boyfriend liked it too. The place is in a home which depicts the Brazilian culture so well. All the people that worked there seem to speak Portuguese which was so fun. But my order had little flowers in it. Which was the cutest touch. I love how quick it was and warm it was when we picked up. I will definitely go back for a sit down meal soon! read more

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Batuqui is an incredible Brazilian restaurant in Larchmere. I've been here twice, once with one other, and another time with a large party for a birthday. We shared many dishes family style, which was definitely the move. The Moqueca Baiana is a standout and so savory and delicious. I've had it both with fish and shrimp, and they're both great. The Xim Xim is also a classic Brazilian stew and it was also yummy, though a little too sweet for my personal tastes. The Diablo mussels were a special when I went, and they were so incredible and savory. The level of spice is moderate, and we all wanted to soak up the sauce with the bread! The churrasco gaucho was DELICIOUS. So savory and tender, though it has a heftier price tag. The sides that came with it weren't notable. The picanha salteada is a more affordable way of trying a smaller portion of the steak, and I would highly recommend! The service was great: really fast and able to accommodate our large group. We were seated outside in the heated patio area. There were some allergies in our food group and they were able to accommodate without an issue. Definitely recommend checking out Batuqui! read more

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My family has taken me here for the last 4 years on my birthday. I have to eat gluten free and there are so many options here, all delicious. And of course, everyone else in my family loves Batuqui too. Great servers and great atmosphere too! read more

Dined here on a weekday night during Cleveland's spring Restaurant Week and had a nice time! I made a reservation for our group of four a few days in advance (on OpenTable). Located in a residential house set back just a bit from the main road, this Batuqui location is super cozy. I appreciated the immersion into the Brazilian culture with the music and array of artwork on the walls. We ordered some drinks to start and then the 3 course restaurant week menu. I had the Minas Cheese, Moqueca Baiana, and the Passionfruit Mousse, which were all very flavorful and memorable! I especially enjoyed the Moqueca Baiana, which had lots of fresh fish and a slight richness from the coconut. Overall, we had a nice, intimate evening at Batuqui. The atmosphere and cuisine felt authentic, and the staff very attentive and friendly. It's a great option for cozy date night or gathering with a small group friends! read more

Batuqui - Minas cheese - Brazilian Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

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I came to Batuqui for the first time this past weekend to celebrate a friend's homecoming, and I can't wait to come back. I'm don't have a ton of experience eating Brazilian food but my impression is that this is an excellent restaurant that serves high quality food. Most of the things my party ordered we shared. For appetizers we got the pao de queijo (I could eat a million of these), calamari samba (loved that it wasn't fried calamari, loved the creamy tomato sauce), and frango passarinho (chicken was just regular fried diced chicken but the cilantro-lime sauce was great). For entrees I shared the basically famous steak that comes on a hook with garlic sauce and the moqueca baiana with fish. I didn't really care for the presentation of the steak but couldn't deny that the meat was delicious and perfectly cooked. I was surprised at how much I enjoyed the moqueca baiana because I often think coconut milk dishes are overpowering and not my taste, but I really enjoyed the flavor combinations and the fish paired super well in the stew. We got 2 pieces of the coconut butter cake to finish off our meal and they were eaten so fast I could barely get photos. One of our cakes was warmer than the other (we think because of the differing amount of glaze?) but both had great flavor. Some of my only qualms with Batuqui: (1) the prices - this was a splurge meal for sure. (2) we were seated in an outside moderately heated tent which is fine except we swore we booked an indoor table. Regardless, I understand now why it can be so challenging to get a reservation. I probably won't come back super often given how much of an experience it is, but I definitely hope to come back soon! read more

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Authentic, full of flavor Brazilian food in the heart of Cleveland's larchmere neighborhood. We opted to sit in the front porch...sure that sounds odd, but when the restaurant is in a house it just works. My husband read the reviews and wanted authentic Brazilian food, having traveled to Brazil a few times for work, and Batuqui did not disappoint. We started with drinks, true flavor and full of lime. Get a pitcher, it's worth it. The menu is huge, bold and a great selection...add the specials and it's a hard choice. I opted to go with a few specials. Starting with appetizers we ordered the shrimp ceviche and fried cheese. The ceviche was so fresh and packed with fresh lime and pineapple juice. Definitely recommend. Next up, I ordered the stuffed sea bass full of lobster and shrimp with an extra side of plantains. I cannot resist plantains, I have to order them everywhere I go. The plantains here are at the top of my list. Finally we ordered the churros stuffed with warm chocolate and vanilla ice cream. Absolutely fabulous. So, if you are looking for authentic, fresh, scratch made Brazilian fare, make a reservation. You might think umm it's just an old house, but it's so much more, plenty of outside space when the weather is nice, a cozy little bar inside with seating fir drinks or to grab appetizers or a full meal. Plenty off street parking, so make a reservation today. read more

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A-MAZ-ING!!!! Would give 10 stars if I could. First off shame on me for not knowing about this until now. I used to travel to Brazil for work a few years ago. And the food there is just incredible. Tonight's experience was great. The FLAVOR!!!!! So damn good. The caipirinha's so so so delicious. Will be coming back again and again and again ! If you like Brazilian cuisines or good they hat so much variety of flavor come here. I promise you will not be disappointed ! read more

Batuqui is an absolute gem in Larchmere and is a must go for an incredible meal and cocktails! Set in an old house you feel right at home upon entering Batuqui. The service is a+ with extremely attentive wait staff and assistants I've been here many times and the entrees are always incredible, which is a rare comment for restaurants in general. However last night we decided to do a lot of appetizers, and that's what I am going to review here. I believe it's called tennemos but it's an appetizer item that is fried pork belly and yuca fries, absolutely 10/10 best bite of the meal. This is the bite that has me coming back. Every bite was great but this was special, crunchy crispy tasty incredible! We also got the grilled octopus which was cooked perfectly and came in a really nice presentation with the fried potatoes. The Mina's cheese was super cool. We cut it into strips and it held firm sort of like a feta but tastier. Comes with honey and herbs which was a really tasty coating on the cheese. Diablo mussels were great and the spicy tomato onion broth was awesome. Only complaint was the serving dish made it hard to get into the broth until the end, it was great but I was pretty full by that point! Finally we got the Salgadinhos shrimp beef and chicken fried Brazilian bar snacks. Very good and filling. The shrimp were sort of like jalapeño poppers, beef were empanadas and very tasty and the chicken was a bit spicy almost like a buffalo chicken bite. Ambiance is awesome and relaxing. Set in an old House everything feels homemade including the cocktails. Each cocktail is truly hand crafted and extremely flavorful. I'm not a big drinker but getting a cocktail at batuqui is a must! Overall: 9.5/10 Service: 10/10 Food: 9.5/10 Ambiance: 9/10 read more

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Everything was perfect! Appetizers, salads, main course, service, ambience, perfect. I can't wait to go back.