🇧🇷 Manaus Mexican dish Habanero

🌮 Habanero in Manaus: Mexican Flavors That Miss the Mark (But Churros Save the Day) Tucked in Nossa Sra. das Graças, this spot aims for Mexican authenticity but lands somewhere between "meh" and "wait, the churros are good". Here’s the lowdown on Amazonia’s take on tacos and burritos: 🌟 The Saving Grace: Churros & Ice Cream Magic Sorvete com Churros (The Only Must-Order) Crispy Brazilian churros (sweeter than Mexican ones) paired with vanilla ice cream. 🍦 The cold cream cuts through the fried dough’s richness—finally, a churro combo that doesn’t leave you in a sugar coma. ❌ Main Dishes: A Flavor Fumble Chicken Burrito (Hunger Makes It Tasty) Decent when starving—packed with rice, beans, and saucy chicken. 🌯 But the tortilla was gummy, and flavors lacked the zing of real Mexican spice. Mystery Beef Empanada (Grease Overload) Thick dough stuffed with oily ground beef—one bite and you’ll reach for the churros to wash away the heaviness. ❌ Loaded Fries (Bland & Forgettable) Fries smothered in watery beef, salsa, and guac—zero wow factor. 🍟 Save stomach space for the churros. 🎲 Ambiance & Quirky Perks Board Games Galore Jenga, cards, and chess at every table—kitschy, but fun for groups killing time. 🎴 Reminiscent of middle school snack shops. Casual Vibes Plastic chairs, bright colors—don’t expect upscale decor. Perfect for casual hangouts. 🌟 Final Verdict: Churros > Everything Else Go if: You’re dying to try churros with ice cream in Manaus You need a chill spot to play board games with friends You’re so hungry anything tastes good Skip if: You crave authentic Mexican flavors You dislike greasy, heavy dishes You’re here for the main courses, not dessert Habanero isn’t a total loss—just manage expectations. Come for the churro-ice cream hack, stay for the board games, and lower your standards for the rest. 🍨✨ 📍 Address: Av. Rio Madeira, 35 - Nossa Sra. das Graças, Manaus (69053-030) #Manaus #Brazil #MexicanFood #Churros #RestaurantReview