Brazuca Acaí

4.8 (99 reviews)

ModerateJuice Bars & Smoothies, Acai Bowls, Brazilian

Closed • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Christine L.

MY FAVORITE ACAÍ BOWL!! it's a simple, no frills bowl so don't go in expecting those indulgent bowls with tons and tons of toppings and flavors. Also do get the traditional! They put condensed milk and milk powder which gives it such a great nutty flavor that I can't get enough of. I was worried that the condensed milk might make it too sweet, but not at all! She also sells small Brazilian pastries (that are usually all meat filled) and other small bites too. There's a small seating area and also space outside to sit as well. It's a small store run by one Brazilian woman, so remember to be patient and give them a try!

Jules K.

My daughter needed a quick snack before her next wrestling match and did not want anything heavy. We both love açaí bowls and when this popped up we had to try it. It is a one man show inside but super efficient and friendly. I ordered 2 Americano açaí bowls, and several pastries to try. We had the chicken cochina, chicken empanada, and ground beef triangle. Surprisingly the pastries were warm when we got them and were solid. The empanada and coxhina had the same filling, different dough. All were good as well as our bowls. I think if the bowls had blueberries it would've been even more fire. Very solid place, worth a stop of craving authentic açai.

Tony B.

Seen a food influencer try this place so I took the kids, glad we did! It was amazing. Everything was so good and the guy working was so helpful and explained what everything was! We were super happy with it.

I happened to be passing this cute little place because I needed to make a u-turn at the main intersection, and decided to pull over an give it a try. I remembered someone told me about it before and saidnits very good. I had the green smoothie and a cheese bun. The proprietor was very friendly an efficient. I liked my smoothie, and it was a nice touch to a sunny day. They do take cards for payment as well

Such a cute little place with a calm and relaxing vibe. There was no wait, and the service was fast and friendly. My açaí bowl was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still really delicious!

Joanne D.

Situated on the corner. Small location but great service. I've always had the Americano Acai bowl but decided on trying this flavor. This satisfied my sweet and acai craving.

Michelle G.

Açaí bowl was delicious. Everything tasted fresh and the service was quick. Only downside is that there is very limited parking.

Shannia D.

Cute mom and pop shop right off the freeway! Came for the Acai bowls, they offer it in both brazillian style as well as american. Lady was super nice and sweet

Liz P.

I never would have found this spot if not for Yelp. The kiddos wanted acaí bowls for lunch, and we found this spot and it was so damn delicious that I'm headed back tomorrow. I also had one of the chicken pastries, which I inhaled in a matter of seconds.

Slim S.

Good customer service and one of the best açai bowl i ever had by far. Im a first timer there and I will return for round 2

My favorite place to get some real authentic açaí bowls and the chicken coxinhas are warm and flavorful! Come support and check out this family owned business, everyone is very friendly and welcoming!

Olivia C.

Food truck turned store front? Ellen and I were looking for a snack to tide us over until dinner and since we were in the Richmond area, she found Brazuca Acaí. It's a little store with a food truck in front. When you walk in there are three small tables so this is mainly more of a to go place especially if you have a party bigger than 2. Brazuca Acaí has more than acai bowls. They also sell fresh fruit juices, pastries and sandwiches. We ordered a traditional acai bowl which was a good size. The lady who made it took great care in the presentation. I had never had an acai bowl with powdered milk and condensed milk. It added a different texture to the bowl but ultimately started becoming a little too sweet for me. She had asked us if we wanted everything but we wanted to try it as they made it. They accepted credit cards as well as cash. Street parking only as they are in a residential neighborhood. Go and support this small business!

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Daniela V.

3 years ago

This place makes the best açaí bowl!! Is not just a regular açaí, they add their own thang to make it yummy! The service is great! The dudes who make the açaí are friendly and they do a great job! Cute ass place to also relax and eat ! If you leave in the East bay, slide! read more

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Rebecca C.

1 year ago

Staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, giving us recommendations for the best toppings. Bowls were delicious, fruit was fresh. Had indoor and outdoor seating. Will definitely come again! read more

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Olivia G.

2 years ago

I have to shot this place out, they just have great açaí bowls in my opinion. They have good Brazilian pastries too. I come here once in a while for a treat, it's about $20 for a large bowl, a little pricey but for me it's worth it. read more

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Brazuca A.

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Husam A.

3 years ago

Poor service. I wanted to try this place once I got to the place the guy was chatting with a customer about cars etc no greetings or anything keep waited for maybe 7 min Decided to leave read more

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Francis G.

2 years ago

Loved the place!! The person there was so nice and welcoming, Bowls were amazing and tasty. Don't be uncertain just by looking at the building, everything was wonderful! read more

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April R.

2 years ago

This is the açaí place I've been searching for! This was hands down the BEST açaí bowl I've had in the Bay Area! The owner was super nice and has definitely put a lot of thought and care into the products she makes! The spot is small and perhaps better for takeout but I enjoyed dining in and enjoying my açaí bowl while watching Olympics updates. If you're in need of you're next favorite food spot, definitely give Brazuca a shot! I know I'll back soon to try more! read more

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Juliana P.

2 years ago

found this spot on yelp and decided to give it a try. Super nice staff with lots of authentic brazilian snacks and smoothies. I got the strawberry banana acai read more

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Jaime O.

2 years ago

One of the best açaí bowls spots in Richmond! The workers are super chill and be packing the bowls with hella stuff. They got a few spots to sit inside when you walk in, but there's even more space upstairs, so if you craving a bowl and don't wanna be cold, they got you covered literally. read more

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Brazuca A.

Thank you ! We really appreciate your service

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Kimberly N.

3 years ago

I ordered the Americano açaí bowl and was not disappointed. The açaí base was creamy and toppings were generous. There are a few tables outside, so you can enjoy your food in the sunshine. Don't sleep on the coconut and cheese pastries! read more

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kelly lucia m.

3 years ago

They have a great service, I love their traditional açaí bowls, on top of that it's a nice place to stop by with friends and family. I recommend 10/10 read more

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Mikie P.

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Very delicious and healthy, great owner very friendly and very handsome owner! Very homely welcome! And everything is so good it's like realizing life is beautiful! C: a must try hidden spot! read more

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Daniel M.

2 years ago

The food taste so good especially since it is a Brazilian family owned business! The guy working there is truly the kindest human being he really connects with his clients perfect service. The inside sends you on a trip to a Brazilian neighborhood bakery or cafeteria! Me Nicaraguan myself felt so welcome God bless this establishment read more

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Brazuca A.

Thank you so much brother! God bless you always , we appreciate the…

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Anna N. B.

3 years ago

I finally made it into this quaint, family-owned corner business & I couldn't be happier! Matthew is friendly, helpful & very well-informed about where his ingredients are sourced. I told him I'm vegan & he made me the most delicious smoothie bowl I have ever had! I kept it simple - just Açaí, fruit, shredded coconut & almonds. The strawberries were perfectly ripe & the flavors were perfect together. Treat yourself & support this wonderful family business. You won't regret it! read more

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Elizabeth R.

2 years ago

Stopped by this açaí place out of the curiosity from the high ratings and drove an extra 30 minutes to give it a try. My bf and I got traditional açaí bowls with add ons of chia seeds and coconut flakes. They were so good & sweet which was perfect after a nice hike to end the day. I will be returning because Brazuca Açaí did not disappoint! Nice service as well from the lady who works there. Thank you :) read more

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Kylie P.

4 years ago

10/10!! I was served by Chris and I learned that he owns the business! Super friendly and knowledgeable, I walked away with a traditional açaí bowl, 1 coxinha and a better understanding of what makes an açaí bowl authentic. Everything is delicious. The açaí bowl does taste different than the other ones I've had. It's less sweet and more rich, but it pairs really well with the fruit, condensed milk and other toppings! The small is HUGE and super filling! The coxinha (Brazilian chicken croquette according to google lol) is so good--I wish I had ordered 2! I'm happy I finally went in, it's been on my list to try for a few weeks now. I've never written a yelp review before, but I felt like everything was so good (food, service and conversation), I had to let people know to come by! read more

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RuthieAnn A.

3 years ago

Stopped by randomly during a commute from SSF to Vallejo on a week day. A friendly gentleman was running the place. I ordered the traditional acai bowl which was $13 for a small size. It was different from other acai bowls I've had as it had condensed milk and powdered milk. I loved condensed milk and powdered milk as a kid - so my inner child was jumping for joy as I ate the entire thing. It was topped with fresh bananas and strawberries. Delicious. Would come back here to support this small business. Bathroom was clean too. read more

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Brazuca A.

thank yo so much for your support !

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CJ C.

2 years ago

Best Acaí in the bay hands down. Worth the trip! The owners really care about their business and import the real deal from Brazil.

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Pua B.

2 years ago

This is my after work spot for a nice mid day pick me up I always get americano just as a preference. I came with my partner today she was hung over and you all made her a great smoothie that brought her back to life. One of my favorite spots in Richmond . read more

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Nicholas A.

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Unique and delicious hamburgers and hot dogs and also very healthy colorful and delicious acai bowls smoothies and juices. Reasonably priced and unique. Chris is very welcoming and knowledgeable. We will be back very soon. read more

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Max S.

2 years ago

This spot is the best. Recently, my coworkers and I have been coming here weekly for açaí bowls - we all go with the traditional. Every time feels like the first time. Plus, the service is friendly, inviting, and they make you feel welcome and at home. They also have pastries (salgados) and fresh juices. You can't go wrong coming to Brazuca! read more

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4 years ago

I've tried a lot of different açaí bowls places and this one definitely caught my attention. I typically get honey as a sweetener on the açaí bowl but they used condensed milk and powdered milk which made it somewhat creamier and added a nice texture to it. Not to mention, they layered the bowl nicely so when you scoop down, you get a little bit of everything. read more

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Brazuca A.

we appreciate you as our customer david ! thank you so much

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Tina W.

4 years ago

What a surprise local gem! Went to Chase bank today and drove by this cute little place. That Açaí bowl sign caught our eyes. They are the real deal no water down or blending with other fruit to make it full. Fresh and yummy! I also got a chicken pot pie and it was delish! Definitely coming back for more! read more

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Brazuca A.

thank you so much !

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Jordan N.

4 years ago

Writing again because i don't believe my first review expresses just how exquisite this establishment is. It's been almost 7 months since my first brazuca visit and i can confidently say my life was improved dramatically since that visit. A perfect bite of brazuca acai bowl is the most perfect bite of any food in existence. When you get the perfect blended bite of the flavor-some, mouthwatering acai, fresh and organic fruits, crunchy granola and flavourous condensed milk, oh things happen to my body that i can't even explain in this review. AND IF ADD A SCOOP OF THE PROTEIN POWDER, you got urself the most delicious, nutritious, gainious and brazuious acai bowl in the whole bay area. no cap. W acai, W owner, W store, WRAZUCA! read more

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Brazuca A.

haha thank you man

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Nelly H.

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We went on a run and wanted a a fresh juice. We ordered a passion fruit juice and two pastries. Super great service and awesome food/drinks! read more

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Brazuca A.

i appreciate you guys , thank you so much !

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Franchesca R.

4 years ago

It was my first time trying a Brazilian Açaí bowl and OMG it was so delicious! Very sweet and creamy, the fruit was fresh, and the granola was delicious. The worker there was also very friendly! read more

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Brazuca A.

we appreciate you!

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Diana B.

3 years ago

Their açaí bowls were delicious, the service was fast and the place was clean. Very friendly vibe from the staff. I would definitely recommend! read more

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Regino S.

3 years ago

Came there to try out their smoothies and left there also buying an Acai bowl and their wonderful pastries. The guy working there today wanted to make sure our orders were meet with satisfiaction, was also a very chill and nice guy. Prices for their items were a tad much but did not mind when the food, drinks and costumer service were great! Will go again!! Regino & Dominique from Japan. read more

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Anne R.

2 years ago

The açaí bowls are out of this world. The person who prepared our food was personable and fun to talk with about Brazil and a variety of other topics. Don't let the neighborhood deter you., This is the best acai bowl we've had all year, hands down. read more

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Brooke M.

4 years ago

I looked at the reviews From this place I saw it got good reviews so I thought I would go and wow it didn't disappoint it was so good and it was not too sugary the person that helped me was the owner and he was so nice and welcoming would definitely go back read more

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thank you so much brooke! we look forward to seeing you again

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R J.

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4 years ago

I ordered the açaí bowl and it was delicious! Found this new spot and I'm definitely going back. Friendly service too! read more

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Joanna P.

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I ordered the traditional açaí bowl and it is delicious! very fresh ingredients and friendly service. Definitely coming back read more

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thank you so much ! we really appreciate you

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Zahia K.

3 years ago

The best açaí bowl I've ever had! I love that it's Brazilian, which is where the açaí bowl originates (according to my 2 minute google research lol). I got the traditional açaí bowl and added Nutella (requested by my son). The customer service was super friendly and accommodating. I'm def coming back and letting my Richmond folks know about this spot. read more

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Brazuca A.

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Gary G.

3 years ago

Delicious açaí and pastries, always warm and welcoming service, true gem in the neighborhood

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Erick E.

2 years ago

After a long day of hiking at Muir Woods Monument and a day at the beach, my partner and I decided that we wanted to have some açaí bowls and came across Brazuca on the way home. I've tried 3 different acai spots and this by far was the best one yet. The açaí is really fresh and everything the Traditional Bowl comes with is delicious. The powders really make a difference in these bowls. One of the workers offered to include a free topping, after coming back in to buy another which was really nice of him. I will be coming back to Richmond just for Acai when I'm craving some again. read more

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Brazuca A.

Thank you so much brother ! We appreciate you for stopping by

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Jos G.

2 years ago

The moment I walked in I was greeted with a smile and everyone there was friendly. I will definitely be coming back again. A very delicious bowl, straight from Brazil. I added protein and peanut butter to my bowl. read more

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sinoti ..

2 years ago

This is my go-to spot! Found this place through word of mouth & have been hooked since the first bite. Their Acai is imported straight from Brazil so it's not overly sweetened like the others I've tried in the area. Customer service is 100/10! If you're in town you should definitely give them a try! read more

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Kristina B.

3 years ago

Great açaí bowls! I've never had one with condensed milk before. I highly recommend. The ingredients were super fresh and the gentleman helping us was nice. Yum read more

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Jeremy B.

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Delicious, freshly made açaí bowl and friendly service. Their Brazilian pastries looked good as well -- I'll have to try those next time. Glad to have this place in the neighborhood! read more

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Erik H.

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3 years ago

Brazuca Açaí truly brings a taste of Brazil with its authentic açaí bowls. The quality is top-notch, and the flavors transport you straight to the streets of Rio. A must-visit for a refreshing and healthy treat! read more

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Alyssa E.

2 years ago

The bowls are always really good and the service is great! Giovanna always makes my bowls and I've never had a bad experience.

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4500 Barrett Ave
Richmond, CA 94805
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Hours

What time does Brazuca Acaí open?

Brazuca Acaí opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Brazuca Acaí close?

Brazuca Acaí closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Brazuca Acaí take credit cards?

Yes, Brazuca Acaí takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Brazuca Acaí serve alcohol?

Yes, Brazuca Acaí serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Brazuca Acaí allow dogs?

Yes, Brazuca Acaí allows dogs.

Does Brazuca Acaí have TVs?

Yes, Brazuca Acaí has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Brazuca Acaí have bike parking?

Yes, Brazuca Acaí has bike parking.

Does Brazuca Acaí have outdoor seating?

Yes, Brazuca Acaí has outdoor seating options.

Does Brazuca Acaí have parking?

Yes, Brazuca Acaí has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Brazuca Acaí have free WiFi?

Yes, Brazuca Acaí has free WiFi.

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We serve Traditional and Delicious Brazilian Açaí bowls

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Brasil Bistro

I wrote an English and Brazilian Portuguese version of this review!…read more Wow! Where do I begin? Food five stars! Staff five stars! Venue five stars! It's been a long time since I have personally been around a room full of Brazilians outside of Brazil and felt so happy to be there! My wife and I were looking for a place to watch the Brazil versus Haiti, World Cup game and call a place where I took my first Portuguese lessons 17 years ago called Bossa Nova Brazil. A nice lady on the Phone recommended Brazil bistro and I'm sure glad she did! Outside of my mother-in-law (and my wife) this was one of the best sitdown, traditional Brazilian meals I've had in my life! I didn't catch his name, but I will on Wednesday when we go back to watch the Brazil v Scotland game. Kudos to the chef! He came out several times and was very nice and mingle with everyone and complimented me on my Flamengo jersey The zoo was so fresh and well seasoned. They cooked picanha steak to perfection The Feijão tropeiro, coxinhas, pastel de queijo and much more was so good! I didn't get a chance honestly to try the pastel, but the table next to us had two of them! If this place was closer to where I live, I probably would eat here every other day Outside of going to Brazil this was the best experience I've had in a long time sitting down, enjoying the food, people and the culture and futebol I wish I could give this place 10 If you've never been to Brazil, but want a little taste of it and you're in the El Cerrito California area it's definitely worth stopping by! Brazilian Portuguese: Uau, por onde eu começo? Comida: cinco estrelas! Atendimento: cinco estrelas! Ambiente: cinco estrelas! Fazia muito tempo que eu não estava pessoalmente em um lugar cheio de brasileiros fora do Brasil e me sentia tão feliz por estar ali! Minha esposa e eu estávamos procurando um lugar para assistir ao jogo Brasil x Haiti da Copa do Mundo, então liguei para um lugar onde fiz minhas primeiras aulas de português há 17 anos, chamado Bossa Nova Brazil. Uma moça muito simpática ao telefone recomendou o Brazil Bistro, e ainda bem que ela recomendou! Tirando a comida da minha sogra -- e da minha esposa -- essa foi uma das melhores refeições brasileiras tradicionais, em restaurante, que eu já tive na vida! Eu não peguei o nome dele, mas vou perguntar na quarta-feira quando voltarmos para assistir ao jogo Brasil x Escócia. Parabéns ao chef! Ele saiu da cozinha várias vezes, foi muito simpático, conversou com todo mundo e até elogiou minha camisa do Flamengo. O suco estava muito fresco e bem preparado. Eles fizeram a picanha no ponto perfeito. O feijão tropeiro, as rosquinhas, o pastel de queijo e muitas outras coisas estavam muito bons! Sinceramente, eu nem tive a chance de provar o pastel, mas a mesa ao nosso lado pediu dois! Se esse lugar fosse mais perto de onde eu moro, eu provavelmente comeria aqui dia sim, dia não. Tirando uma viagem ao Brasil, essa foi a melhor experiência que eu tive em muito tempo: sentar, aproveitar a comida, as pessoas, a cultura e o futebol. Eu queria poder dar 10 estrelas para esse lugar! Se você nunca foi ao Brasil, mas quer sentir um pouquinho do sabor do país, e está na região de El Cerrito, Califórnia, definitivamente vale a pena passar por aqui!

I spent a month studying abroad in Brazil years ago and I have missed eating the rice plates versus…read moregoing to a steakhouse. This place has been on my list for some time now and I'm so glad I finally had the chance to stop by. There's plenty of street parking or there was on the Saturday i went around like 3/4pm. It was definitely a bit confusing. You do order first, but you should definitely scope the tables first because they will ask you what table number you would like to sit at. I didn't realize that there was another side so I sat on the register side. I ordered the Picanha plate, coxinha (it's like a chicken pastry), and the carne pastel. Because you order first you don't really get any service other than them dropping off your food. I don't know if they offer water. I did try to ask for some, but they didn't hear me and I was too scared to ask again The coxinha was a bit mushy for me on the inside. The pastel was huge, I can't remember if they were $7 or $8 each but I thought it was worth it, the ones I've had had in Brazil was definitely smaller. My Picanha did have a chunk of fat on it and my fries were undercooked but I still enjoyed it. They also have a little market that you can check out. I will definitely be back.

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Juice Breeze

4.5

(72 reviews)

3.4 mi

Ain't no one more of a regular than me I always be ordering the Dubai strawberry cup. NEVER…read moreFAILS!!! LOVE how loaded with much chocolate / pistachio sauce they put. It's perfect. Service is great. Only critic is yeah there is a bit of a wait, but employees are chill. Dubai Dubai Dubai Dubai

Ordered the dragon fruit acai, came with strawberries, kiwi, and banana, I guess they were out of…read morekiwi and substituted it for blueberries, I suppose This would be an acceptable replacement for someone who likes blue berries, but I hate them, and they didn't even tell me they were going to put them in it to give me the option not to have them. Also quite pricy. The tropical smoothie was pretty good though. The acai also taste kind of earthy, and not so sweet.

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So delish!

Rush Bowls

I've been coming here for a month now and it's been nothing but great service. Everyone has been…read morevery nice and welcoming. Kirsten has been especially great, always asks how my day is going and is really fun to talk to, can get stuck in a good conversation if no one else is in line. The food has been great too :)

Best acai bowls in the Bay Area Presentation is great fruit…read moreis fresh and very good. I can't wait to go back

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Golden Gate Bistro

We happened to be just down the road working and stopped in for lunch today.!…read more Very cute ambience.! I ordered a fried chicken sandwich that was to die for.! Wish there was a spicy option, that would have taken it to a 12/10.! My boyfriend had a BLT omelet and enjoyed that. Would def go again.!

Food was great. Lot of variety of brunch items to choose from…read more It's by the railroad tracks, but it feels like you've walked into someone's well-tended patio garden when you walk in. Parking can be a bit tricky as they don't have their own parking lot, so street parking only. Majority of seating is outdoors but shaded. They really put a lot of time and dedication to the ambiance. They do have a small parklet area if you want some more shelter. It's fast casual, so order at the window and they'll give you a buzzer that'll go off when your order is ready. I had the breakfast sandwich entree. As you can see, portion sizes are generous and the food did not disappoint! Breakfast sandwich was lightly toasted and the potatoes were well-seasoned. Customer service was a bit lacking. Had to go back to the window a couple of times to ask for stuff and felt bad having to bother them every time. Aside from that, great spot with plenty of seating for a brunch/lunch date.

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Crab Toast $18.00 + Freshly Squeezed OJ $7.00

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Açaí Bowl

Wow Wow Hawaiian Lemonade - Berkeley

4.7

(78 reviews)

5.9 mi

The owner is so friendly!! I was in the area and came in to try a few things. Their poke bowl is…read morefresh and super flavorful. It's affordable and portions are on the larger side. I loved their acai bowls too especially the blue hawaii. I'm not a huge lemonade fan but I loved the lemonades here. The smoothies were also delicious. Great experience here and service is also amazing. Parking is hard to find as it is for the entire area. Highly recommend parking further and walking. They're also available on multiple takeout and delivery platforms.

WOW WOW! We visited four times in less than 24 hours. There are plenty of drink shops nearby, but…read morewe kept coming back because of the outstanding customer service. The staff is incredibly welcoming, and the drinks are absolutely delicious. Every visit gave us that relaxed Hawaii vibe: refreshing drinks, great flavors, and a fun atmosphere. But what really sets this place apart is the exceptional service. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Highly recommend! S& T

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Variety of delicious acai and smoothie bowls: (Clockwise) Mangonada, Superfruit Pitaya, Cold Brew Crave, Blue Hawaii

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Menu and vibes

Earthbar

Updating my review here for this location. Big shout out to Matt who has turned things around for…read morethe team. New team members, more engaging energy from the staff and great quality with how drinks are made. We have our regular orders that the team knows when we arrive, which we love. Love Earthbar so much more after all the improvements Matt has lead for this store. Fourth street continues to improve with nearby locations like the Hydration Room, Jo Malone, Free People all being added to the area.

Earthbar scratches a need I have for a smoothie but sometimes I look at the price and I ask is it…read moreworth it? The team is kind and the parking is great. Sometimes I cannot fathom the cost of my smoothie matching the quality but maybe that's me. I notice the advertised macro nutrients but also the amount of smoothie left over in the blender and can't help but wonder, is this truly x grams of protein or x calories. Maybe consistency is the question at hand. I do love this location, and I love the menu.

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Palmetto Superfoods

Ordered the small Bay Blend bowl ($10.49) for a quick breakfast and it was honestly so good. This…read morehas a base of Açaí, Pitaya Dragonfruit, Coconut Beach, and Blue Butterfly Pea Flower Chia Pudding with Toppings ofHoney Almond Granola, Strawberries, Blueberries, Banana, Goji Berries, Cacao Nibs, Almond Butter, and Date Honey. I went in with lower expectations because açaí bowls never feel super special, but this one had so many different textures with the goji berries, granola, chia seeds, etc. I loved how the base was also layered so you got a whole mix of flavors. The small initially looked tiny, but it was actually quite filling. Will definitely come back if I'm ever craving something refreshing and fruity!

Just the best acai place in Sf for sure! The small is the perfect size for one and with unlimited…read moretoppings! Fruit is all so fresh and delicious. They were quite busy on a Sunday afternoon but communicated kindly with everyone. Some eating inside and a bench outside!

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Açaí Bowl (small)

Layers Superfood Bar

4.7

(23 reviews)

6.0 mi

Ok I see you, Berkeley! While in the area, I noticed across the street from the Telegraph Channing…read moreGarage, this beautifully cool building/sign for Layers Superfood Bar. Love the aesthetic. While there is limited seating indoors, this feels like more of a grab-and-go style spot near the Cal Berkeley campus. There were a few students that came through while I was waiting on my order. I grabbed a smoothie and a bowl ~ checking out the menu a bit more thoroughly for next time, I'll order the Bowlieve Me, Baby (Red Dragon Fruit Base) or the I'm So Blue Without U (Blue Spirulina Base). You can adjust your toppings, and there's a checkbox to select the almond granola (GF, vegan) or with no granola. The bowl sizes are small, medium, large (8oz, 16oz, 24oz) and it looks like the smoothies come in one size. For the smoothies you can pick your plant milk (coconut/oat/soy come with a charge). They also serve energy balls that look adorably delicious and eye-catching. The bowls and smoothies are aesthetically pleasing and incredibly nourishing. What a fun find and win for the East Bay if in the area + need for a bit of elevated (and beautiful) nutrition. Smoothie-wise the Strawesome is delish and the Greenergy looks great! You can find parking in the garage across the street (I think the first hour may be free?) or street parking near/around the area with a short walk. Can't wait to know more about this special spot! Will def be back.

I wanted to like this place, but it was pretty disappointing. I ordered for pickup, and shortly…read moreafter placing my order they called to let me know they were out of mango, which every item I ordered included. I appreciated the call and that they offered substitutions, but it's surprising for an açaí/smoothie shop to run out of such a basic ingredient. I ordered the basic açaí bowl with regular granola and no goji berries. Unfortunately, I received chocolate granola and goji berries anyway, so I had to pick them out myself since I'm not a fan. The bowl also looked nothing like the photos advertised, and the açaí itself had a bitter taste. Maybe it was just an off day, but the texture was much icier than the smooth, creamy consistency I was expecting. My friends also weren't very impressed with their orders. Overall, the staff was friendly, but the food didn't live up to the expectations or the menu photos.

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Armistice Brewing Company

My SO and I frequent Armistice Brewing Company as it is a close walk from our place. They always…read morehave a good selection and rotate their beers so there's always something new to try. They have a food truck outside if you want some food. They also have Mexican food across the street as well that's worth a try. They also have a hard seltzer and a smoothie beer usually on top for those who don't drink beer. Honestly all their IPA's are great and they make delicious hazy IPA's as well. They also have happy hour Monday all day where beers are $6 each. The staff are always friendly and welcoming.

Had a comfortable stay meanwhile Sienna was there but as soon as another host took over named Joyce…read morethe whole mood changed. She was rude and saying the kids weren't allowed at the bar area when the place clearly says kid friendly. We felt uncomfortable and decided to close tab, and she continued to show aggression and make sure we knew she was the manager and was nothing we can do about it. Been to many breweries and this is the worst so far just due the management. Update on my review.... I just got kicked out and I'm sure it was due to the review. The manager herself asked us to leave right after the review. When we asked why all she could say was because my kids were running around having fun with no warning whatsoever that they were being disruptive, how coincidental.

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Unit 3 event space

Butter's Burgers truck now at Armistice! Delish!!

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West Coast IPA

Catahoula Coffee Company

Grumpy morning? Must be the bad Medulla (It's actually…read moreAmygdala; sorry, had to school ya) All jokes aside, don't let Adam fool ya... I found this Uncut Gem -- hashtag a Jeweler It's a cozy, classy coffee café called Catahoula Go get a cold brew plus espresso, now that'll do ya But this ain't no run-of-the-mill joint, so gather moolah Splurge a little--just know when to Draw the Line...grab a Ruler The competition can't Measure up to this top Dog You can drop off your whip next door if it's got smog And walk on over to the friendliest place, face full of grins Richmond's very own community of Catahouligans

Best service. They're never too busy to make suggestions if you want…read more Delicious coffees. Small coffee shop.

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A view of the coffee bar area at Catahoula coffeehouse Richmond, California

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My favorite is the Cubano

Mi Casita Mariscos Taqueria

4.8

(26 reviews)

0.8 mi

Family-owned & operated

Speaks Spanish

Great veggie taco, simple and delicious. The staff are superb and I'm definitely coming back.read more

Best mexican food in the richmond 100% recommend ,i really enjoy getting my food from here best…read morefood tip tier they make the food with a lot of love !!!

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Mi Casita Mariscos Taqueria Foodtruck!

All the toppings were portion just right meat cooked well highly recommend

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Cassandra's Wedding Cakes & Beyond

Purchased a few assortment boxes. They were great! Brought them to work and they loved them. I will…read morebe coming back for more.

The absolute best cakes in the Bay Area hands down. Our go to is yellow cake with chocolate, white…read morecake with buttercream, chocolate then carrot. But all of them are good, good!!

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Cute shop

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This cake was supposed to be lemon and it was not.

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BayArea D.

2 months ago

I stopped by Brazuca Açaí in Richmond and honestly, it's one of the best spots around if you're into fresh and legit açaí bowls. Everything tasted super fresh, and you can tell they don't cut corners with their ingredients. The texture of the açaí was perfect--not too icy, not too runny--and the toppings were generous. The staff was really friendly and welcoming, and the place had a clean, chill vibe. Prices were fair for the quality you're getting, especially compared to other spots that charge more and give you less. If you're in the Richmond area and want something refreshing but still filling, this spot is definitely worth checking out. I'll for sure be coming back. read more

Andrea E.

1 year ago

You've got to check out this açaí spot--it's so good! The açaí is smooth and flavorful, not icy or watered down, and they top it with super fresh fruit, crunchy granola, and just the right amount of honey. Everything is really well-balanced, and you can customize it to your preference. The place has a nice, laid-back vibe, and the owners are really friendly. You can tell they put a lot of care into what they make. If you're looking for something refreshing and delicious, this is definitely worth a visit! read more

Stephen G.

226

2 years ago

Had a great meal at Brazuca Açaí, a cozy Brazilian spot hidden in a quaint, residential area. Their Chicken Coxinha was absolutely fantastic - a must-try. And the açaí bowl? My wife loved it, especially the traditional style (as opposed to the americano style) with a touch less condensed milk. The experience was friendly and quite pleasant. This place is a hidden treasure for anyone craving a genuine Brazilian bite in an amazing hole-in-the-wall setting. Definitely worth the visit! read more

Lily A.

2 years ago

My husband and I were craving Açaí, so we were recommended this place and decided to try it out. We ordered the traditional Açaí bowl and we absolutely fell in love with it. We have tried several different spots in the area but none of them felt as authentic as this one. We also had the Coxinha, which was incredibly delicious. The service was outstanding and the place looks clean and cozy. If you're looking for an authentic Açaí bowl, I highly recommend visiting this place! read more

Jim M.

10 months ago

I stopped by Brazuca Açaí and had such a great experience! The staff was super friendly and welcoming, and the service was quick. The açaí bowls were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced -- not overly sweet, just right. The portions are generous, the toppings are high quality, and you can tell they put care into what they serve. Definitely my new go-to spot in Richmond for a healthy treat. Highly recommend! read more

Giovanna C.

2 years ago

I've been coming to this place for over two years! Not only is the food amazing, but the decorations are cute making it feel homey. The staff are also always super helpful and friendly, with good recommendations. Not only are the items super delicious, but they haven't changed prices since they started here :) Pictured is a berry smoothie, strawberry banana smoothie, and a small traditional açaí bowl read more

John C.

2 years ago

Everything about them is very good and people are super polite and I always go to the store, it's always clean and they also speak other languages like Spanish and also Portuguese I feel at home, Brazil, Acai is an incredible place, congratulations, keep it up, God bless this business and everyone. read more

Lavender B.

2 years ago

Amazing Acai! Best place in the bay!! The fruit is always so fresh! Must try!! And the staff are amazing! They have places to sit inside and outside. Although the inside is small, it's cozy and welcoming. 10/10 would recommend. My favorite açaí place to go to. You won't find anything better! read more

Saidy B.

2 years ago

The empanadas, açaí bowl and the burgers truck in the evening are all very good authentic Brazilian food , it's a family owned and run business and they are very friendly people, they make you feel at home . I love this place and I recommend it to anyone . read more

Marie A.

1 year ago

I truly cherish their Acai bowls and smoothies! The customer service is always friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit feel special. The cozy and warm atmosphere adds to the overall experience, making it a comforting place to enjoy a delicious treat. read more

Sar F.

4 years ago

I've been hooked since the first time experiencing their Açaí bowls!! The ingredients were fresh and you could instantly feel the energy surge throughout the body with each bite! read more

cristopher d.

3 years ago

Amazing service and good food ! Recommend this place 100% this food was authentic and you can taste that it actually comes from Brazilian culture read more

Michael L.

1 month ago

Made Fresh to order and tasted amazing don't pass this place up if given the chance. I was in the area and thought why not I just wanted a snack read more