We came here for our wedding anniversary. We wanted something casual and Italian…read more We ordered: Caprese - 5/5 - very good. The mozzarella was so fresh and creamy. The tomatoes were hearty and cut a perfect thickness. Could have used more balsamic for me, but my husband liked it fine. Chef special: Swordfish picatta with mashed potatoes, vegetables & tiny salad - 4/5 This was good. The picatta sauce was delicious and the fish cooked perfectly. I would have liked a mix of different vegetables. Lasagna - 5/5 - this was my favorite. It was cheesy, served very hot, the noodles were not mushy. Just deliciousness on a plate. The service at the bar was outstanding. Our server was attentive and offered us as much bread as we wanted. He went over the menu and offered suggestions. We only drank water and the cup was always full. He was great! Seating - there was plenty of seating, so was not sure why we were only offered a choice of 2 tables both basically on top of the party next to you. I feel they can do better in that department. There was seating outside, which was also offered, but it was way too hot and humid that day to dine al fresco. We ending up sitting at the bar. Forced tipping: They add a "kitchen appreciation" fee to your bill, which I did not care for. I feel this is tacky, but if they are doing this, it should be posted somewhere that they are, feels sneaky otherwise. The food was very good & I will likely be back to try other dishes.

I initially wasn't going to write a review but I saw someone gave the restaurant 1 star 20 days ago…read morefor a similar situation that happened to us so I decided to do the same. My husband and I came across the restaurant on a Saturday at 430pm. We had our baby stroller and have been mindful on avoiding dinner rushes while going to restaurants, just in case. The Host asked us if we were a party of "3 and a half" which we laughed and said yes. We waited outside where there is patio seating and only a couple of tables taken. Inside, there were people at the bar and maybe one table occupied. The rest were open. I could see through the windows that the staff made a big deal about the stroller, they were walking around making hand motions as to where the stroller would "fit" mind you we've been to plenty of restaurants where this has NEVER been an issue. They came out to speak to us twice stating they were looking for a spot. I told my husband we should just eat elsewhere but he insisted on waiting. We did not want to sit outside due to it being hot. The host finally returned and said that they have reservations and can seat us at a table but we have an hour limit due to the reservation. My husband obliged b/c he was hungry, and I was annoyed. We got seated in the back which is fine by the big display of wine and our stroller replaced a chair. Which idk why that wasn't suggested or thought of in the first place. Our server was very nice but the other staff just kept side eyeing us. Dinner was rushed, it was tasty yet over priced. Our baby slept the entire time, No fuss thankfully. What were they to do if they had someone in a wheel chair and couldn't accommodate space? I know the comparison is far fetched compared to a stroller however it was the first time I ever encountered this. Since someone else made a comment about them not being seated due to a stroller, I would suggest avoiding this restaurant if you have small children as it seems it's not welcomed. Again, we were mindful and have been going to dinner before 5pm.

We always have great service, food and look forward to our next time eating here…read more Always a great experience when eating at this establishment Celebrated a birthday

Came here for our dinner date on Saturday. We went ahead and made a reservation ahead of time just…read morein case. After hearing so many good things about this place we decided to come and give it a try. This place is not big , it had maybe like 15 tables, it tucked away in the back of a shopping center. We walked in and were seated right away. Our waitress came over and explained the specials and we ordered an appetizer and our drinks. I ordered a mocktail and my husband ordered a Negroni. They just recently got their liquor license so they just started with the cocktails. For our appetizer we went with the carpaccio, it was absolutely delicious.The lemony sauce was so good and it is topped with some arugula and served with some toast. I would order this again. For our entree I ordered the Frutti d mare and my husband ordered the cannelloni Romano. The cannelloni Romano are 3 crepes stuffed with chicken , spinach and cheese and topped with more cheese and a red past sauce. My husband enjoyed them very much. We have actually never seen this served in another Italian restaurant before. My Frutti d Mar was also very delicious, it had scallops, shrimp, clams, mussels and calamari.Served with some linguine in a delicious red broth. So delicious. Now I can understand why this place has been around this long. I heard that the same chef has been making those dishes for 36 years or maybe more. That's a great consistency to have. We will definitely be back to try some more delicious food.

I came to eat at pasta party a few days ago after telling myself to visit for a long time now. I…read morestill remember the old deli that was there prior to this restaurant and I've seen numerous social media ads and posts about the place so I wanted to check it out. I think I was a little hesitant because in my head I was thinking how good could possibly really be? In my head spaghetti/pasta is something I can make it home and almost thought it a waste of money to go out of my way to go out specifically to eat this dish. I ordered the Arrabiata pasta with the sausage. I'll admit I was a little thrown off by added cost of each tolling and also added cost of the Arrabiata sauce and I also did wait until a fair amount before the food was ready for takeout. But the pasta really blew me away. I'm still thinking about how good it tasted. I would definitely come back and I actually wanna bring my dad who loves spicy pasta like this. It was really that good. I can't think of another place that has this level of pasta let alone this price. The only negative I would say in regards to one of the workers. The cashier was manned by wonderful woman who did every and all tasks from taking the orders to putting food items in the oven to answering the phone I'm probably much more than that. I don't know. In contrast there was an Asian man with a black shirt who was also working. He looked lost and completely helpless. There was a moment where this woman was so busy and there was a ringing that I assume was from either a phone call or a delivery order. This man did not offer to help more nor did he help from what I saw. He was utterly helpless and unhelpful. I'll give him the benefit of the doubt with the encouragement "Hey help your team out!" The woman on the other hand was doing so many things simultaneously and yet was really kind at the same time. Anyways, I'm giving my review of a five star because I wanna see this place succeed and I'll definitely come back .

Came here for a Wednesday night dinner and overall was pretty disappointed:…read more First, the soda machine wasn't working at all as it seemed like they were still setting it up, so we were left with water from a jug they had on the counter. Second, we had ordered garlic bread for an appetizer and it didn't come out until after the main entrees came out which kinda defeats the purpose of an appetizer Third, I got the beef ravioli and my buddy got the meatball sub. The ravioli wasn't bad but wasn't good either. Definitely not satisfied with it. My buddy let me try his sub and I've got one word for it: bland. It looks like this place was under new management as there was a sign out front saying they just reopened a week ago so would I give them a nothing chance later, maybe, but I feel like it would be the same experience.

the food is amazing perfect place for a family night out and the customer service is amazing…read more.. been coming here for many years and they never disappoint... definitely recommend!

I always have a great experience at Tutto Fresco! The food is fresh and flavorful. The atmosphere…read moreis welcoming, and the service is friendly and attentive. Definitely a great little spot, plus they have an outdoor area. I'll definitely be coming back!

5 Stars - We Came for Chipotle, but Found an Italian Gem Instead!…read more Sometimes the best food discoveries happen completely by accident! We were originally planning to grab Chipotle, but somehow stumbled across Fratellinos in Orange, and WOW, are we glad we did! We were absolutely blown away by the FLAVOR, SERVICE, and ATMOSPHERE! We decided to go all out and ordered the Stuffed Mushrooms, Cheese Garlic Bread, Regular Garlic Bread, Spinach Ravioli, Vegetarian Lasagna, and a Cheese Pizza for our little kiddo. EVERYTHING WAS ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! The food was packed with flavor, tasted fresh, and had that comforting, homemade Italian goodness that you just don't find everywhere. From the appetizers to the pasta dishes, every bite made us happier that we skipped Chipotle! Beyond the food, the service was fantastic, and the atmosphere made the entire experience even better. It's the kind of restaurant where you feel welcomed and genuinely enjoy sitting down for a great meal. As someone who loves discovering and supporting small businesses, I cannot express how happy I am to have found this little Italian gem! Fratellinos, you've officially earned yourself a repeat customer! I already know we'll be coming back over and over again. If you're in Orange and craving some seriously delicious Italian food, do yourself a favor and give this place a try. 5 STARS, WELL DESERVED! Sometimes the best meal is the one you never planned on having!

First off, the restaurant is very nice, clean, and has a pleasant atmosphere. Unfortunately, the…read morefood was a disappointment. The pasta sauce tasted very sour, and the meatball on top wasn't even warm. It seemed like it was simply taken from a tray and placed on top of the pasta. The antipasto salad was mostly lettuce with very little meat or toppings. The penne with pink sauce was good, so that was the highlight of the meal. Overall, I felt the food was overpriced for what we received. Honestly, I've had better food and a better value at Olive Garden. Sorry to say, but I expected more. Service was great! Very kind

We only had this to-go, but the food was great. I'd love to try it in person sometime. We got the…read morebolognese lasagna, some garlic bread, and a salad on the side. All of it was delicious. I'd definitely get the lasagna again. Good portion size - I was starving and it ended up being plenty. I came by once on a Friday evening and it was a super long wait so we decided not to stay. From my brief experience in there the vibes were good. I know a handful of people who rave about this spot, so I want to come back and try different things on the menu.

What a great time at Roman Cucina in Fullerton today! We…read morewent for my wife's nephews birthday and it did not disappoint. We were a party of 9 and from the moment we got there, the service was outstanding! I wish I got our waiters name but him along with the runners, and other staff were very accommodating. Now for the food, amazing! We order the bruschetta and fried calamari for appetizers, and both were packed with flavor and hit the spot! I personally order their chicken fettuccine with their homemade sauce and I wanted to eat the entire plate in one sitting it was so good, but I had to restrain myself! The flavor of the sauce was amazing and the pasta was cooked to perfection-kudos to the chefs! The rest of my family loved their plates and we all agreed that Roman Cucina will now be one of our places for birthday get togethers! It's a bit dark, but the ambience is romantic but at the same time laid back and not noisy at all. Located at the center of downtown Fullerton there's a lot of people and places to eat you would think it would be a lot noisier, but this place is amazing! If you are looking for a romantic place to sit back have some amazing food, memorable service and a great time....check it Roman Cucina and when you do, you're welcome!

Great food, warm atmosphere, and friendly staff. Highly recommend. Our party tried a variety of…read moredishes and enjoyed all of them.

Great bistro with large tapas menu and now have late night happy hour on Friday and Saturday from…read more8:00-930.

This place is one of my favorite Italian places in the area where the food is just always a…read morecraving. I love their spicy vodka rigatoni and the hot honey & prosciutto pizza is one of my favorites. I will say I'm not a huge al dente person so sometimes the noodles are a bit too al dente for me but I still love the dish itself that I always reorder! The atmosphere is so nice and it's perfect for a date, families, or just a nice dinner! The service here is great, sometimes a little slow on busier days, but they are always super sweet.

Everything here is made with great quality. We got the spicy rigatoni vodka which I liked, great…read moreflavor and a good kick. We also got the chicken Parmesan, my husband felt it was a bit dry and he didn't like the flavor of the marinara sauce. Staff was very friendly and was dog friendly to have our dog inside as well.

Omg i'm so glad we stumbled upon the spot! Really good Neapolitan style pizza that is very fresh…read morewith wonderful ingredients. The crust it's perfect as well. One pizza is enough for two people, though we see a lot of people ordering one pizza per person and took the rest to go. The wine list is extensive and staff is very good at offering, tastings and recommendations. This is a slightly fancy restaurant which we were not prepared for and was a little underdressed. Seems like a lot of people are going here for a date nights or for a nice dinner. We will be sure to dress up next time!

Disappointing Service & Food Poisoning…read more We had a 5:30 reservation yesterday, and while the service started off great, it quickly went downhill. We ordered the Caesar salad (delicious!) and burrata, which I'd skip. After our appetizers, we waited over 20 minutes just to place our pizza order. No one checked on us, our water glasses sat empty, and we repeatedly had to flag down servers who weren't even assigned to our table, which was frustrating for such a small restaurant. The spicy pizza had way too much tomato sauce (it was slipping off the pizza) but the garlic pizza was easily the highlight! Then we were being rushed toward the end of dinner because other reservations were waiting outside and they needed our table. Meanwhile, the service wasn't even attentive throughout the dinner and it was mostly us waving down the servers. For dessert, we ordered tiramisu and pistachio ice cream. The tiramisu had an odd, overly nutty flavor and texture. Unfortunately after getting home, I puked the food out and was experiencing stomach pains, and digestive issues throughout the night. My friend also experienced similar stomach issues. The burrata in particular seemed off, and it's concerning that we both ended up sick after the same meal. Overall, a disappointing experience. Great garlic pizza and Caesar. I really wanted my husband to try this place but between the poor service and getting sick afterward, I won't be returning.

This is a great little Italian restaurant in Old Town Tustin. Everything we had was great…read more My son and I shared the huge meat platter. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare -- so many places overcook steak. This was done by a chef who knows what medium rare is. The pork and sausages were also excellent with a nice smoky flavor. The chicken was cooked fine, but I didn't love the whole idea of pounding out meat. I wish they didn't do that. The pasta dishes were also great. The pasta was cooked al dente -- be sure to tell them if you want it well done. The sauces were both very flavorful, and there was plenty of it -- I sometimes have to ask for more sauce at some places, but not here. The calamari was also very good. My wife ordered the bruschetta ... Very good, but so huge! We're definitely coming back.

The food was cold and I couldn't eat my pasta. I was asked after the meal was over if there was a…read moreproblem with the pasta and if I wanted a box. I declined the box. The service was horrible. There were bus boys running around and no one did much to interact with us. The noise level was way too high. I can honestly say it was a bad idea to dine there. I will not return.