This place is absolutely gorgeous. The service and food are incredible. They make sure your evening is an experience. We started with appetizers in the livingroom. Followed by dinner downstairs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lilyadi
Sinha is a traditional Brazilian, home-style restaurant located inside a family home. The woman who prepares and serves the food is an older, incredibly kind and welcoming host, which makes the experience feel very personal and authentic. Entry requires buzzing in or calling for access, which was fine.
Upstairs offers appetizers, while the buffet-style meal is served downstairs. I brought my friend here for his birthday since he loves Brazilian culture and cuisine, and the food, atmosphere, and birthday celebration at the end were all lovely and thoughtfully done.
The main downside is the lack of price transparency. There is no clear cost listed on the website or explained in person, which can lead to unexpected charges. Our total ended up being higher than anticipated, with a service charge added and an additional request for tip on top of that, which was unfortunate.
Overall, the food, cultural experience, and intimate home-style setting were beautiful and memorable, but the pricing structure is something that should be clarified and addressed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Isabella K.
Amazing experience from start to finish. The food is truly delicious, authentic, and well prepared. The atmosphere is warm, beautiful, and inviting — you immediately feel comfortable the moment you walk in. The staff was extremely welcoming, friendly, always with a smile on their face.
The all you can eat buffet is very complete: traditional feijoada, perfectly cooked meats, shrimp, great vegetarian options, and delicious desserts. Everything is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care.
The owner is wonderful, and the Brazilian music playing in the background really sets the mood. We ended up spending about three hours there without even noticing the time go by. It truly feels like being in a Brazilian home — warm hospitality, laughter, good vibes, and lots of friendly conversation.
I highly recommend this place to everyone. And for Brazilians, it’s even more special — you are instantly transported back to Brazil. An experience I can’t wait to repeat. 🇧🇷
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daron Vivyan
The visit was without issues.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
AC White
It is an outstanding experience!!! I will be returning and bringing friends/family. Service, food, atmosphere, guests… All of it is incredible!! I had a fantastic time!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Black Beans and Rice, Red Velvet Cake with Flan, Dessert, Collard Greens Couvinha Minieira, Picanha Sweet Potato Mango, Red Velvet with Flan, Appetizer Sampler Platter, Vegan Black Beans, Mango Salsa Verde, Charcuterie Plate, Waffle Cone Sandwich, Cheese Puff, Cheesy Bread Bites and Mango Salsa
Gabriel Conners
Remarkable-- absolutely incredible family style, buffet of blow-your-mind-delicious Brazillian food. This food and the setting and the service are full of heart.
If you want to feel loved, come to Sinha.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dr. Derron Strickland, Ph.D.
We did our Christmas party here and it was such a good time. Food was good and the service was stellar. Definitely a different vibe. It was very intimate.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Eliazar Terrazas
Finally was able to make it to weekend brunch after seeing the videos on social media. Absolutely everything was true!! Love how upon arrival they have appetizers and drinks available for the guests on the 2nd floor and encourage socializing with the other guests. Gives it a murder mystery kind of feel. The staff is very friendly and attentive at all times starting from the time you ring the doorbell. The food is awesome. A large variety of unique and new to me flavors in home cooked steak chicken shrimp and pork. Variety of fruits and veggie trays in all assortments. After all you can eat from the table you still cant leave because we played Bingo and had dessert. Left so full and content. Definitely will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Collector
Everything is a unique experience and amazing! It feels like going to your Brazilian Grandma's for dinner. We went in the winter but need to go back for the backyard seating as well. Brava!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dawn Callahan
Funny how life works. I’d seen Sinha pop up on Facebook earlier this year and told myself I had to go. Fast forward to joining a new board, and where do we meet? Sinha.
There’s something truly special about this place. You feel it the moment you walk in. It’s like stepping into your favorite family member’s home, where you’re instantly loved. The space wraps around you like a warm blanket on a chilly night, and your stomach already knows you’re in for something magical.
There aren’t enough adjectives to describe it. I love fine dining for the precision and care that go into each dish, and somehow Jorgina’s delivers that same level of delicacy, while grounding it in the kind of comfort only a home-cooked meal can bring. The flavors are bold yet familiar, layered yet soulful. How she does it, I have no idea, but it’s outstanding.
The black beans (of course—it’s Brazilian food), the chicken, the samosas, the collards… and Jesus, the hibiscus tea.
I celebrated my 60th birthday with 12 of my closest family members and friends last Sunday, and from the moment we walked in, my heart felt full. The owner was absolutely amazing and made me feel as if I were back home with my mom. It was more than a celebration—it felt like being embraced.
The staff was warm, joyful, and incredibly attentive, making every moment feel special and effortless. The food was beyond delicious, prepared with such care and love, and the desserts were yummy. When they surprised me with a flan cake and sang “Happy Birthday,” I was truly touched—it brought tears to my eyes.
The ambiance felt just like walking into my mother’s home—welcoming, comforting, and filled with warmth. Every detail made this milestone birthday unforgettable. I loved every part of Sinha and will forever be grateful for such a beautiful experience. I would recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone looking for more than just a meal, but a memory.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jasmin Cervantes
A very intimate spot. Your group can sit among strangers and it's nice how it feels like a family style brunch. We had birthdays and they did a song in different languages and then served cake.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eliana Yun
Sinhá will always have a special place for me. Dona Jorgina is the sweetest and most hardworking woman. She is such an inspiration. I have been eating at Sinha for a decade now. I always bring friends and recommend this place. You have amazing home cook Brazilian food and the whole experience at Sinhá is always very wholesome. I have done private events and Dona Jorgina really just executes with perfection! Recommend 100%
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Claudia W
Satisfactory Lunch, But Overpriced. I recently visited for a weekday lunch, and while the experience had its highlights, the value for money was disappointing. The atmosphere was lovely, featuring pleasant Brazilian music playing softly—perfect for conversation. The staff was also very nice. We sat at a communal table, which was a nice, social touch. However, the price was a major issue. I had seen the lunch menu priced between $14-$30 online, but the actual cost was closer to $50 per person. The food was satisfactory (although the dessert portion was extremely small). And to top it off, a $15 service fee (???) was added to the bill. Overall, while the ambiance and service were great, the high price point makes it overpriced for a weekday lunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Sherri Willis-Prater
Omg 😲 best freaky food I've had in Chicago ever! At home style dining. Great smells, heavenly music and the atmosphere is LIFE!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Black Beans and Rice, Red Velvet Cake with Flan, Salads, Black Beans, Collard Greens Couvinha Minieira, Cheese Puff
This place is absolutely gorgeous. The service and food are incredible. They make sure your evening is an experience. We started with appetizers in the livingroom. Followed by dinner downstairs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sinha is a traditional Brazilian, home-style restaurant located inside a family home. The woman who prepares and serves the food is an older, incredibly kind and welcoming host, which makes the experience feel very personal and authentic. Entry requires buzzing in or calling for access, which was fine.
Upstairs offers appetizers, while the buffet-style meal is served downstairs. I brought my friend here for his birthday since he loves Brazilian culture and cuisine, and the food, atmosphere, and birthday celebration at the end were all lovely and thoughtfully done.
The main downside is the lack of price transparency. There is no clear cost listed on the website or explained in person, which can lead to unexpected charges. Our total ended up being higher than anticipated, with a service charge added and an additional request for tip on top of that, which was unfortunate.
Overall, the food, cultural experience, and intimate home-style setting were beautiful and memorable, but the pricing structure is something that should be clarified and addressed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Amazing experience from start to finish. The food is truly delicious, authentic, and well prepared. The atmosphere is warm, beautiful, and inviting — you immediately feel comfortable the moment you walk in. The staff was extremely welcoming, friendly, always with a smile on their face.
The all you can eat buffet is very complete: traditional feijoada, perfectly cooked meats, shrimp, great vegetarian options, and delicious desserts. Everything is fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care.
The owner is wonderful, and the Brazilian music playing in the background really sets the mood. We ended up spending about three hours there without even noticing the time go by. It truly feels like being in a Brazilian home — warm hospitality, laughter, good vibes, and lots of friendly conversation.
I highly recommend this place to everyone. And for Brazilians, it’s even more special — you are instantly transported back to Brazil. An experience I can’t wait to repeat. 🇧🇷
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The visit was without issues.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
It is an outstanding experience!!! I will be returning and bringing friends/family. Service, food, atmosphere, guests… All of it is incredible!! I had a fantastic time!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Black Beans and Rice, Red Velvet Cake with Flan, Dessert, Collard Greens Couvinha Minieira, Picanha Sweet Potato Mango, Red Velvet with Flan, Appetizer Sampler Platter, Vegan Black Beans, Mango Salsa Verde, Charcuterie Plate, Waffle Cone Sandwich, Cheese Puff, Cheesy Bread Bites and Mango Salsa
Remarkable-- absolutely incredible family style, buffet of blow-your-mind-delicious Brazillian food. This food and the setting and the service are full of heart.
If you want to feel loved, come to Sinha.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We did our Christmas party here and it was such a good time. Food was good and the service was stellar. Definitely a different vibe. It was very intimate.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Finally was able to make it to weekend brunch after seeing the videos on social media. Absolutely everything was true!! Love how upon arrival they have appetizers and drinks available for the guests on the 2nd floor and encourage socializing with the other guests. Gives it a murder mystery kind of feel. The staff is very friendly and attentive at all times starting from the time you ring the doorbell. The food is awesome. A large variety of unique and new to me flavors in home cooked steak chicken shrimp and pork. Variety of fruits and veggie trays in all assortments. After all you can eat from the table you still cant leave because we played Bingo and had dessert. Left so full and content. Definitely will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything is a unique experience and amazing! It feels like going to your Brazilian Grandma's for dinner. We went in the winter but need to go back for the backyard seating as well. Brava!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Funny how life works. I’d seen Sinha pop up on Facebook earlier this year and told myself I had to go. Fast forward to joining a new board, and where do we meet? Sinha.
There’s something truly special about this place. You feel it the moment you walk in. It’s like stepping into your favorite family member’s home, where you’re instantly loved. The space wraps around you like a warm blanket on a chilly night, and your stomach already knows you’re in for something magical.
There aren’t enough adjectives to describe it. I love fine dining for the precision and care that go into each dish, and somehow Jorgina’s delivers that same level of delicacy, while grounding it in the kind of comfort only a home-cooked meal can bring. The flavors are bold yet familiar, layered yet soulful. How she does it, I have no idea, but it’s outstanding.
The black beans (of course—it’s Brazilian food), the chicken, the samosas, the collards… and Jesus, the hibiscus tea.
Highly recommended. No notes. Just go.
Restaurantji Recommends
I celebrated my 60th birthday with 12 of my closest family members and friends last Sunday, and from the moment we walked in, my heart felt full. The owner was absolutely amazing and made me feel as if I were back home with my mom. It was more than a celebration—it felt like being embraced.
The staff was warm, joyful, and incredibly attentive, making every moment feel special and effortless. The food was beyond delicious, prepared with such care and love, and the desserts were yummy. When they surprised me with a flan cake and sang “Happy Birthday,” I was truly touched—it brought tears to my eyes.
The ambiance felt just like walking into my mother’s home—welcoming, comforting, and filled with warmth. Every detail made this milestone birthday unforgettable. I loved every part of Sinha and will forever be grateful for such a beautiful experience. I would recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone looking for more than just a meal, but a memory.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A very intimate spot. Your group can sit among strangers and it's nice how it feels like a family style brunch. We had birthdays and they did a song in different languages and then served cake.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sinhá will always have a special place for me. Dona Jorgina is the sweetest and most hardworking woman. She is such an inspiration. I have been eating at Sinha for a decade now. I always bring friends and recommend this place. You have amazing home cook Brazilian food and the whole experience at Sinhá is always very wholesome. I have done private events and Dona Jorgina really just executes with perfection! Recommend 100%
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Satisfactory Lunch, But Overpriced.
I recently visited for a weekday lunch, and while the experience had its highlights, the value for money was disappointing.
The atmosphere was lovely, featuring pleasant Brazilian music playing softly—perfect for conversation. The staff was also very nice. We sat at a communal table, which was a nice, social touch.
However, the price was a major issue. I had seen the lunch menu priced between $14-$30 online, but the actual cost was closer to $50 per person. The food was satisfactory (although the dessert portion was extremely small). And to top it off, a $15 service fee (???) was added to the bill. Overall, while the ambiance and service were great, the high price point makes it overpriced for a weekday lunch.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Omg 😲 best freaky food I've had in Chicago ever! At home style dining. Great smells, heavenly music and the atmosphere is LIFE!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Black Beans and Rice, Red Velvet Cake with Flan, Salads, Black Beans, Collard Greens Couvinha Minieira, Cheese Puff
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