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A Brasileira is a historic café in Braga’s old town, Portugal.
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Why go
- Braga’s second-oldest café, after Café Vianna, which opened in 1871.
- The charm of a late Belle Époque coffeehouse.
- Originally, customers buying half a kilogram of coffee beans received a cup of coffee.
Opening hours
Today08:00 – 00:00Show all
Monday08:00 – 00:00
Tuesday08:00 – 00:00
Wednesday08:00 – 00:00
Thursday08:00 – 00:00
Friday08:00 – 00:00
Saturday08:00 – 00:00
Sunday08:00 – 00:00
Good to know
BreakfastBrunchLate NightFree WifiFull BarOutdoor SeatingReservationsServes AlcoholTable ServiceWheelchair Accessible
Drinks to try
- Macchiato, cappuccino, latte macchiato and Brasileirinha coffee.
- Affogato, mazagran and Irish coffee.
- Assorted teas and iced teas.
- Freshly squeezed orange juice.
- Milkshakes in strawberry, mango and passion-fruit flavours.
- The café has a wine list and a full bar.
Dishes to try
- Frigideira pastries and mixed frigideira pastries.
- A chef’s menu is available.
Atmosphere
- Outdoor seating is available.
- Table service is available.
Working with a laptop
- Laptop facilities Free Wi-Fi; socket availability, laptop policy and quiet hours are unconfirmed.
Good for
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Late-night meals
History
- 1907Adrian Teles opened A Brasileira on 17 March as part of a café franchise called the Brazilian. Its original premises stood at the corner of Largo de São Martinho and Rua de São Marcos. Adolpho de Azevedo, a Porto merchant and Brazil’s vice-consul, ran it for 30 years.
- 1933–1974During the Estado Novo regime, rival café Nova Brasileira opened on the opposite corner. A Brasileira became a centre of opposition to the regime.
- 1937Joaquim Queirós acquired the café, ran it for four decades and incorporated neighbouring Café Sport.
- 1997–2004Joaquim Domingos Godinho operated the café from 1997 until 2004.
- 2004Armindo Pinheiro and his sons became the café’s property owners.
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- September 2008–March 2009The café was restored and modernised while retaining its original design. Wooden beams were replaced by stainless steel frames, and the kitchen was renovated. It reopened in 2009.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Sources: Café A Brasileira (Braga) - Wikipedia · Home - Menu A Brasileira · Cafetaria - Menu A Brasileira · Menu do Chef - Menu A Brasileira · Café A Brasileira (Braga) - Wikipedia · A Brasileira (Braga) - Wikipedia · Café A Brasileira (Braga) - Wikipedia · checked 29 Sep 2026
Where
Largo Barao de Sao Martinho 17, Braga
- Website
- menu.abrasileirabraga.pt/
- Phone
- +351 253 262 104
Questions and answers
What are A Brasileira’s opening hours?
A Brasileira is open daily from 08:00 to 00:00.
Can I reserve a table at A Brasileira?
Yes. A Brasileira accepts reservations.
What is the full address?
Largo Barão de São Martinho 17, Braga, Portugal.
Can I pay by credit card?
Yes, credit cards are accepted.
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