Valeu Espetos

Valeu Espetos Delivers Brazilian Skewers With Big Flavor in Montrose | Eater LA

"A compact Brazilian espetinho shop run by Korean-Brazilian chef Tony Park and his wife Joyce Kim brings the late-night skewer culture of São Paulo to Montrose’s Honolulu Avenue. The straightforward menu centers on skewers and sides made from quality cuts — highlights include crispy pork belly (panceta), juicy coração de frango (chicken hearts), a lightly sweet bulgogi beef skewer nodding to the chef’s roots, and the ubiquitous frango à passarinho — all meant to be dusted with raw manioc farinha (farofa), drizzled with vinaigrette, and chased with cold beer. The combo is recommended: three skewers plus salgadinho (savory croquette), inventive pao de queijo waffles made to order in a mini waffle iron, manioc flour, and a bottle of the chef’s creamy, spicy pimenta (a 10-chile blend including malagueta). Recently approved for beer and wine service, the spot emphasizes the drinking-and-eating conviviality of Brazilian evenings (though it currently closes early at 8 p.m.); the chef is awaiting a charcoal grill imported from Brazil to add authentic smoky flavor to the skewers." - Bill Esparza