This restaurant has an aesthetic of dining at your loved one's home. Upon entry, the owners greeted us with smiles and excitement. They also walked around the restaurant and even sat to speak with other diners. It was nice to see. The service was excellent! Raul was kind and he even went the extra mile to make sure our table was level. The food was GREAT. You can taste the freshness. We started with the beef empanadas and chose the Grill for 2 for our entree. Everything was cooked perfectly, flavorful and FRESH!! The caipirinha was strong (which is no issue) and just as I remember from Brazil. If you want real food, this is the place to be. read more

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Oh my god. I've got nothing to say. This place was so good. Service incredible. Food incredible. Vibe Incredible. We got cocktails, and appetizer, and some kabobs for an affordable price. The manager was awesome. The sauces were awesome. 10 out of ten. We got some caramel churros with ice cream that put me in a coma. Just go. read more

Yemanja Brasil - Sirloin kabob with potato salad and French fries. Toppings of grilled onions and balsamic glaze - Brazilian Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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It was nice to finally try the other Brazilian restaurant in town, especially since I meant to come here a few months ago but ended up at the other one. Whoops! We came in and were sat promptly but there was a little delay in us receiving water. By the time the server came, we put in an order of Dadinhos de Tapioca, Empanadas de bife, a passion margarita, and a regular caipirinha. The drinks came first and right away I knew something was off. My drink tasted like orange juice and fruit in it that wasn't supposed to be there. I think they mistakenly gave me a sangria. Since we couldn't find our server, I walked down to the bar and informed them of the error. She agreed that what was in it wasn't right and offered to remake it. The "correct" drink still tasted off, but I didn't bother asking it to be remade. On a lighter note, the apps were delicious. The empanadas were light and were the perfect little bite before our main. The tapioca bites were equally delicious, but slightly addicting. In fact, it's def something you can't just eat one or two of and be satisfied because you'll def be wanting more! After we scarfed those down, it was time for our mains. We each ordered a skewer; Mine with shrimp, chimichurri, black beans and rice, and collard greens. He got the steak and other accompaniments. While the shrimp was good, I was expecting the chimichurri to be on it and not on the side as a dipping sauce. The beans and rice were good, but I loved the greens. They were packed with flavor and seasoned well. Aside from the drink snafu, it was a solid visit! read more

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We were here for dinner on a Saturday night. They were pretty busy, glad I made a reservation. However, we did wait almost an hour for our order. It was worth it because everything we ordered was DELICIOUS. I absolutely loved the picanha skewers, the fried red snapper and fried yucca. My husband also got the Caipirinha, a Brazilian national cocktail - amazing! We already have plan to come back : ) read more

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Fantastic food, great hospitality and service and fun restaurant. We did not have a reservations but they managed to seat the 5 of us in the bar area. The bartender was great, she waited on our table even though we were only getting food and nonalcoholic drinks. She was very knowledgeable and made great suggestions. Everything we had was great! We will be coming back for sure. read more

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Hospitable, family owned business. This place opens at 5pm. I was there by 6pm and it was already more than halfway full! Each time I'm there, the space is filled with laughter and bright convos. Oh and did I mention the Caipirinhas!? Happy Hour is from 5pm-7pm daily. It's THEE BEST $6 you'll ever spend... so you'll spend it again and again. Trust me. Fries is the most I've eaten but I'm excited to try more. read more

Yemanja Brasil - Arguably THEE BEST Caipirinha in St. Louis! - Brazilian Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Cute spot with very friendly service! The food was excellent. I got one of the steak skewers and my partner got the ribeye special with cheesy potatoes. His was the best steak I've had in a while. The chimichurri sauce and the potatoes were also excellent. The only feedback would be to include a specials menu, so we can see the price of the specials. We didn't realize his dish was $60, and compared to my $19 plate, that was a huge disparity that was unexpected. It was wonderful so we don't regret getting it but would have liked to know that the cost would be considerably higher up front. Anyways, we loved it so much I'm sure we'll be back again soon! read more

Yemanja Brasil - Brazilian Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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This restaurant has been on my bucket list for a long time. I will tell you it was worth the wait! It is located in a charming old house in the Benton Park area of St. Louis. I don't know if it was the owner and his wife as host and server but they were both clearly invested in the restaurant. The long and short of it is it was one of the best meals I've ever had! Debbie our server was very helpful and attentive. The food and drinks were authentic. Basically everything was perfect!!! read more

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Yemanja is now the place we take visitors to impress them. It is the perfect combination of local family owned restaurant and culinary cultural experience. The homey environment and friendly service can't be beat. In terms of food, the skewers are excellent but we mostly order from the specials, which are often include queijo coalho, a grilled Brazilian cheese that is to die for! If they have it, order it! read more

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I really enjoyed my first visit here! Definitely a very intimate dinner spot for a more relaxed dinner or a nice date night. I haven't been to a Brazilian restaurant before so I was excited to try something new. Plenty of street parking outside of the restaurant. I went during the week so it wasn't too crowded in the restaurant, but it definitely was busy. The menu offers a lot of different things for you to try if you want to have a lighter dish like skewers or a more filling entrée. There are plenty of options and also some good options for non-meat eaters. My snapper was really tasty, the relish and guacamole added some good additional flavor. Service was great! We left close to the restaurant closing for the evening and one of the owners offered us some hot chocolate that is served in the upstairs area of the restaurant. read more

Yemanja Brasil - Pescado do Tenente - Brazilian Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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Food is 10/10. Service is 10/10. Place is 10/10. This is one of the best places in STL for a reason

Always delicious and wonderful service! This time we shared the lamb lollipop special, tamales, a sausage kebab, vinaigrette, and a bacon farofa. Our server was Raul Jr. and he's always fantastic. If you haven't been, you're missing out! read more

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Taco tuesday! I finally got to yemanja and let me tell you: this place is dangerous. I live next door and every night theyre open the tantalizing aromas make my dinner seem like baby food. I finally got their taco tuesday last week... I am still having naughty dreams about their beef tacos. We had their street corn, chicken, al pastor, and beef tacos. First and foremost the elote is so beautiful. Creamy, rich, and the perfect pairing to some street tacos. The tacos are amazing. Corn tortillas loaded with meats, cilantro, and onion. Simple, well executed. Every taco was great, but, once more, the beef shined for me. Super citrusy with enough salt to cut through. A perfect char with a warm, grilled tortilla. The place was jumping with neighbors and the workers were shaking margs with big smiles and better service. I fear yemanja may do some serious damage to my wallet now that i have discovered just how wonderful this place is. read more

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Delicious steak and yucca fries. Always a solid meal here. I like that the seating is spacious so it's easy to converse and enjoy your meal.

Beautiful place, authentic food and good vibes! Owner and our waitress were amazing and helpful. (Luna you are great). Highly recommend read more

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Wow, actually loved. Not one to usually get excited over a steak dish but the picanha sort of blew me away. It was cooked perfectly and the sauce it came in paired with chimichurri made for such a flavorful bite. The grilled skewers for two was admittedly overpriced at $56 ($10 up-charge for shrimp) but the bacon-wrapped chicken was delicious and so juicy. Also could not complain about happy hour prices of $5 select cocktails and $3 drafts. I had little expectations for this place, but left thoroughly impressed. A hidden gem in the Benton park area. Favorite dishes: Picanha, bacon-wrapped chicken read more

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This restaurant has become a weekly and sometimes biweekly visit for us! Every single thing we have tried has been outstanding! The churros on Sundays and taco Tuesday's are definitely a hit! So are the dranks! The employees are extremely friendly and make every effort to ensure your dining experience is perfect! When you walk up the shrubbery and the decor make you feel carefree...it definitely has a "beachy" feel to it! There's outdoor seating as well as inside at the bar and of course in the dining area! If you have been looking for a new place to try this is definitely it!! read more

Yemanja Brasil - Outdoor seating - Brazilian Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Food was delicious. We started with the tamales. Light and fresh. Our meal was tasteful. The curry with shrimp is so flavorful. I highly recommend. This is a gem in the city. Food is very tasty and again fresh. The patio is cozy. After all these years, it still produces a great meal in a great atmosphere read more

Amazing food and amazing service. My server Raul was amazing. Great authentic food With a great vibe I also think it is family owned. This place never disappoints everyone here is always the best read more

We returned to Yemanja after seeing the food truck at an event. The menu has changed but the restaurant interior was the same or just didn't notice any change. The Brazil curry stew (Moqueca) was incredible. Before the menu change, they did not offer a vegetarian version of this. I'd order this every time. We also tried the tapioca bites for the appetizer. These are new to the menu as well. Everything is phenomenal. I love the Caipirinha but the double was a bit too strong. We had the same server we did previously and she's great. Very knowledgeable and helpful with the menu. I highly recommend Yemanja! read more

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Pros: Food is great Drinks are great Ambiance is friendly/cozy/homey Staff are welcoming Feels like a local spot for those within walking distance. Cons: Prices for food entrees are really on the higher end and feel a bit overpriced Wish the bar scene was more lively/crowded. Maybe it is on a night where they have a special event but if not it feels a little dead. read more

So I attended a gin festival event this past Sunday and the Yemanja Brazil food truck was there for us to order and buy the food. The food truck was located in the back of the building. We ordered two entrees and the yucca fries. This is my first time trying the yucca fries and they were delicious. I love fries in general and do like to eat boil yucca but I never thought about this combo and it worked out wonderfully. The staff was nice and service was pretty fast. read more

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Had a roach fall off the wall decor onto our table and the staff acted like it was no big deal.

I've been to Yemanja multiple times & I try a new entree everything time, each time never disappoints! The spot is so cozy, so cute & such a vibe! It can be a quiet intimate dinner or you can make it into a fun filled group dinner! Tonight I got the seafood risotto & it was, CHEFS KISS! So delicious! For desserts we got the apple empanada with caramel drizzled over it with vanilla ice cream, the other empanada was pumpkin rolled in cinnamon sugar with a side of vanilla ice cream. Make sure you don't skip dessert because you'll regret it! It doesn't get much fresher than this! Every time I've gone, the owners have been here & they are so sweet, so personable, ask you how things are & make an effort to talk to you. Make sure to check out this super convenient & delicious Brazilian restaurant in the heart of Benton Park. read more

Yemanja Brasil - Brazilian Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Wowowow! Been wanting to try Yemanja Brasil for quite some time now, and I absolutely loved it. This review is about their food truck experience and their food. I did not have a dine in experience, but am really looking forward to doing so. I tried the food truck at an event at Wild Carrot. It was a gorgeous day outside- the perfect kind of food truck day so it really fit the vibe. There was a bit of a line when I went to go order, but it moved fairly quickly. I had a hard time deciding what I wanted because everything sounded so incredible, but ultimately ended up ordering the beef empanadas. I waited about 5 minutes, which I've waited much longer at food trucks. They have it down to an incredible system. The beef empanadas were amazing. You can very much tell they're homemade and made to order. They're super crispy and the filling inside was the perfect amount of spice and deliciousness. Super happy I got the opportunity to try them out and am really looking forward to going to their storefront! read more

Yemanja Brasil - Brazilian Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

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Thursday evening dinner at 530 pm 4 people March 26, 2026. Seated immediately and Ramon our waiter was pleasant and eager to please. We ordered three cocktails and two appetizers to start. Torradinhas Leme, Brazilian bruschetta and the special fried cheese appetizer. Both were excellent for dinner we had three different entrees Frango Minas (gluten free)chicken in a four cheese sauce with rice, Picanha na Brasa - (8oz) (GF) best Brazilian steak, and Espetinho de Picanha (GF) sirloin skewer and a burger with fries for our 6 year old Luca. Children's menu could be helpful. The burger and amount of fries was more than an average adult could handle. Had Brazilian tiramisu for dessert. The decor and atmosphere were very pleasant but our server is what made the difference. read more

I think Yemanja is THE BEST Brazilian food in St. Louis! This locally owned restaurant is such a gem and I hope you get to try it! I have tried a variety of their appetizers, like their Yucca fries which is a must, and if they have them on appetizer special, their tapioca cheese bites are TO DIE FOR! So delicious! For the main course, my fav is the chicken in a cream sauce with rice and raisins, I know, raisins, but trust me, it is DELISH! Also have tried their delicious beef dishes and they have some great seafood and fish entrees too. My only issue is the hours, they are only open on Friday-Sunday and they are only open for dinner from 5-10pm. I think it might be 4-9pm on Sunday. It would be nice to check them out for lunch on the weekends just because I don't tend to go out much for dinner. They also have a food truck that attends St. Louis events and they also host Bazil St. Louis on their property and that is a must! One of the best international events in St. Louis! read more

Yemanja Brasil - Menu - Brazilian Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

A staple and consistently great! Highly recommend and always take out of town guests for an amazing meal

Truly authentic Brazilian food in the heart of STL! While I love every single thing here, my absolute favorite thing is the Franco Minas, which is shredded chicken in a four cheese cream sauce, served over a perfectly seasoned rice and sprinkled with raisins. I prefer my rice on the side and extra raisins, pro tip!! My other favorite food here is when they have the Dadinhos special, which are tapioca cheese bites that have a wonderful crunch on the outside and an interesting cheese texture on the inside. It's truly unlike anything else! Don't skip out on their drinks either, you'll never have a more authentic or strong caipirinha outside of Brazil. Oh and their patio? It's gorgeous, a great atmosphere, and allows dogs! read more

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Wonderful experience here the other night! Stopped by with some friends and enjoyed their pop up bar and also the best tacos from their taco truck! Definitely looking forward to going back. The owners were so warm and friendly. The ambiance was that perfect vintage Christmas vibe. They also have chess to play! If you're looking for a nice holiday outing, this is the place to go! read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in town. It's always consistent food good service and relaxed atmosphere. Not overly expensive. Great patio and excellent drinks. It is great to see a long time restaurant continue its tradition and improve quality and service while doing so. read more

Went twice In one weekend, went to try it solo showed my girlfriend pictures of my food and was told we're going again, excellent food, nice patio, overall great experience read more

Amazing food, ambiance, service, and drinks. So happy to try this wonderful place. When you sit down and the come to take your order, they are so helpful. I felt like family right away. Thanks! read more

The food was excellent. This was the second time my family and I were there and the service is wonderful. The ambience is lovely. Everything about this place I love and the owner was able to speak with us today and she is a lovely person. The cooks her husband and it's awesome. read more

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This small, yet colorful place was the location of my date this evening. When I typically hear Brazilian restaurant, my mind goes to steakhouse buffet style, but this was a different experience. I called in an evening reservation and was able to be seated immediately when I came by. There was an indoor section, however you enter the restaurant via the patio. They gave the option to eat inside or outside. We chose outside and was able to sit in a semi covered patio where they had fans to control weather and candles to repel pests. The waitress was very kind and gave good descriptions for every item we questioned. The menu was online. I ordered Beef Empanadas for appetizers (flaky and flavored). They had a special watermelon drink using a Brazilian rum. It was good, and a bit strong. I had a delicious black bean soup and my date had a salad. The entrees included the Xin Xim de Galinha - which was grilled chicken and shrimp in a spicy sauce and rice. It has a nice kick, so if you really like spice, i recommend it. Frango Danielle looked and tasted very well, and the fries were seasoned and delicious. This was a good atmosphere. They had, what I believe, boss nova playing in the background. The forest feel with the decorated walls. More people started to come in midway through our dinner. Great time. I have to try the steak next time around. read more

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This place is a hidden gem. The Brazilian steak and Ribeye special are 10/10. The cocktails are top tier. We recently tried the taco's and they did not disappoint. The food is great and the ambiance is even better. The interior of the restaurant is bright and colorful, with a lovely patio. We took a group there to celebrate an 80th birthday. The staff made the birthday girl feel all the love. read more

I came to the lovely spot as a influencers mini taste. We tried so many dishes but I will have to say that every dish I had was amazing!! The actual restaurant is two stories. It can be rented out for events. Also, the restaurant has a patio. This is one great restaurant. I will be back to try a full dish and not just appetizers!! read more

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Food was so authentic and service was A-1. I attached some of The photos from my food blog social media spot in this review are posted as well. So good So fire Definitely a spot to keep coming back read more

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Just an amazing experience! This husband and wife duo have done such an incredible job. The chicken, fish, and pot roast were all delicious! Save room for the coco flan too! If you enjoy a patio -then do yourself a favor and go relax in their oasis with an authentic Brazilian drink! read more

Our family has always enjoyed Yemanja. My father loved the pot roast. After my father's funeral, we asked owner, Lemya Sidke if she could open for a meal, so we could use Yemanja to gather family. Lemya opened, despite it being her day off. She and her chef prepared an amazing buffet. Every item was excellent. The atmosphere allowed family and friends to gather and talk in a peaceful, beautiful place. Thank you Lemya and Staff, Mardi Manary read more