brave-search-mcp
Enables web and local search capabilities using the Brave Search API, allowing users to perform general web searches and find local businesses with ratings, hours, and contact info.
README
Brave Search MCP Server
A Dedalus MCP server that provides web and local search capabilities using the Brave Search API.
Features
- Web Search: General web search for articles, news, and online content
- Local Search: Find local businesses, restaurants, and places with ratings, hours, and contact info
Setup
1. Get a Brave API Key
- Go to Brave Search API
- Sign up for an API key
- Copy your subscription token
2. Configure Environment
cp .env.example .env
Edit .env and add your API key:
BRAVE_API_KEY=your_api_key_here
3. Install Dependencies
uv sync
4. Run the Server
uv run python src/main.py
The server will start on http://localhost:8080.
Tools
brave_web_search
Performs a web search using the Brave Search API.
Parameters:
query(str, required): Search query (max 400 chars, 50 words)count(int, optional): Number of results (1-20, default 10)offset(int, optional): Pagination offset (max 9, default 0)
Example:
await client.call_tool("brave_web_search", {
"query": "python async programming",
"count": 5
})
brave_local_search
Searches for local businesses and places.
Parameters:
query(str, required): Local search query (e.g., "pizza near Central Park")count(int, optional): Number of results (1-20, default 5)
Example:
await client.call_tool("brave_local_search", {
"query": "coffee shops in San Francisco",
"count": 3
})
Testing
Run the test client:
uv run python src/client.py
License
MIT
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