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    Brunos Italian Kitchen

    4.4 (2.9k reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Tiramisu
    Rose C.

    First time at Bruno's. Our son brought us here to try their fresh homemade pasta. We had a small wait for our table even though we had a reservation. The restaurant was packed and the noise volume was high. Signs that the restaurant is good. We ordered 4 different pasta dishes so we could taste more and have a fuller experience. We were not disappointed. The food was good and we had a lovely time.

    Jerry T.

    Came with friends for my wife's Birthday. We were seated after 5 min wait and friendly server got our drink order out quickly. My signature Old Fashioned was unique and tasted great! My wife's Branzini was above her expectations. I ordered the short rib pappardelle which i really enjoyed! A complimentary dessert was brought out for my wife and we all shared. We will be coming back again to explore the menu.

    Lasagna al Forno
    Sabrina B.

    We came here for my birthday dinner & it was absolutely amazing! We had the Italian chop salad, frito misto & Cesar salad, all is so authentic! I had the Rigatoni Alfredo 2.0 and it was delicious. Albert, our server was awesome and on top of everything! We also had delicious dessert, the tiramisu & rasberry ricotta cake. Everything was a 10/10, my father in law's only critique was that his meatball pasta was a tad dry but that was all. Everything else was so great! Cute interior with a dim lit atmosphere

    Chicken Marsala
    Ellen W.

    Fun on a Friday night in Downtown Brea. Plenty of structure parking, walkable to movies, color me mine, and shopping. Attentive staff and a manger that checked in with all the guest in a genuine way. Warm interior with a variety of high top, booth, traditional, patio, bar seating and an open kitchen. Warm, fresh bread. The meatballs and pesto were amazing. My guest had a full price menu item, I had prefix menu, 2 cocktails and unfortunately they did not accept the $20 promo card. Towards the end we felt a little rushed as they wanted to turn over the table on a busy Friday night. Overall enjoyable meal.

    Aftin J.

    I failed to make a reservation for the weekend but we managed to get seated within 15 minutes of checking with the hostess. We arrived by 5 and it was already quite busy. I had overheard that the wait was well over an hour by the time we left. Highly advise reservation are made for the weekends. Service was great, atmosphere is loud and great for a group. Also fun for a date night but not the environment if you're looking for something quiet. Food was solid, the fresh pasta is an added plus. Portions appeared to be smaller than the average Italian spot but there was still plenty of food.

    Front of the restaurant
    Doug B.

    Brunos Italian Kitchen is located in the heart of downtown Brea on Birch Street. We have eaten here several times and have always had a good experience. It had been a while, so we decided to return. There are a few parking garages very close by as well as a good sized parking lot behind the building by World Market. Seating options include at the bar or in the bar area, plenty of tables and half-table/half booths in the main dining room, and a covered patio area in front that can be enclosed during cold weather. They also have a few tables right out on the sidewalk in front. The kitchen is in plain view at the rear of the restaurant behind a wall of windows. We were immediately greeted by our server John. He offered us their complementary bread, but we're currently on a low carb diet, so we passed on that. Their bread is delicious though, and usually comes out nice and warm along with a dipping bowl of balsamic vinegar and oil and spices. We started out by sharing the Caesar salad ($14) which they split for us in the kitchen. It is served with whole leaves of romaine lettuce, and a lot of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top. The dressing was very flavorful with a little tang. In addition to croutons, there is even an anchovy on top. This was one of the best Caesar salads I've in a long time, and I would order my own next time. I decided to have a glass of wine and ordered the Tenuta Caparzo Sangiovese ($12.50). I forgot to take a picture of the glass, but wow what a generous pour. It was definitely more than your standard 6 oz pour. It was a great tasting Sangio and what a bargain for under $13. She had the Cucumber Lillet cocktail (Tanquery Gin, Cucumber, Mint, Lillet Blanc, Honey, $15.50). As good of a pour as my wine was, this martini glass seemed a little larger than normal also, and a healthy pour up to the rim. It was very balanced and refreshing. They honey was nicely noticeable with a hint of gin in the background. For dinner, I had the flat iron steak ($35) with roasted cauliflower and I asked to substitute the roasted potatoes with green beans instead. The steak was a good size and cooked to a perfect medium rare as requested. The sauce was so good, I dipped everything in it. The veggies were fresh and prepared well. The cipollini onions were heavenly. I probably went over my daily carb count between the sauce and onions, but it was worth it. She had the salmon ($25) with roasted cauliflower and also substituted the creamy polenta with green beans. It was a good size slice of salmon and cooked well done as requested. She enjoyed it and also dipped everything in the sauce. There aren't a lot of places you can get a piece of salmon with two sides for under $30, so this was a good deal. Our server John was very friendly and provided excellent service. The atmosphere is great and relaxed. Great food, healthy pours, friendly attentive service, and great prices. What's not to love?

    Fettuccine al Granchio e Gamberi
    Vince N.

    Looking for a nice spot to connect and talk with someone over some delicious pasta? Bruno's is a great pick. Looking to be stuffed and getting a bunch of food for your buck? Maybe look somewhere else. Bruno's Italian Kitchen has its place as an awesome choice for a night out with friends or a networking dinner. It's cozy, with a dimmed light aesthetic and lively atmosphere. There are TVs throughout the restaurant playing the ongoing sports game that night, whether it be your favorite football team or just the regular Wednesday night basketball. The service here is phenomenal. You can tell that the servers at Bruno's care about their guests, and that it is at the top of their list to foster relationships that keep guests coming back. As for the food, it's everything you look for when getting pasta. Delicious, perfectly cooked pasta noodles with great choices for protein and craveable sauces. Their appetizers are delicious and always hit the spot. Their bread is complementary and absolutely delicious. I was looking around to see if I could get a hundred orders of it. The only criticism I have of this place isn't really a criticism. The portions are quite small, and prices are quite steep for some of the appetizers (namely the meatballs, you get 3 for $18). If you're looking to be full, maybe steer clear of Bruno's. But if you're looking for a delicious food experience, this is the spot. 8.5/10.

    Raspberry Ricotta Cake (Weekend Special)
    Kami S.

    Yes, we are frequent diners here! Brunos is one of our favorite places to dine! Tim, Dee and their staff always make us feel like family with their warm welcomes and top notch service! Every weekend, a special three course menu is featured and this weekend, my absolutely favorite pasta dish was offered!...Spaghettini Alla Checca!!! The marinara sauce is so flavorful and not acidic at all. In fact, it's very smooth and sweet tasting! It also had small chunks of mozzarella cheese and sweet heirloom tomatoes! Emily was an amazing server and took great care of our party of three! Our other favorite servers are Rachel, Jake, John and Alberto! This place never disappoints! Give it a try and I guarantee you'll be repeat diners here!

    Eric W.

    Bruno's Italian Kitchen in Brea absolutely delivered. We came in for the Monday lasagna special and it was fantastic, taste like a family recipe straight out of Italy!The whole meal felt warm and comforting in that classic Italian way, and every bite tasted like it came from a kitchen that takes pride in what they serve. What really elevated the night, though, was the hospitality. Our server Emily was 5$3 best. She was friendly, attentive, and paced everything perfectly without ever making us feel rushed. On top of that, the managers Dee and Tim were outstanding. They were present, welcoming, and genuinely made sure we were taken care of, which says a lot about how well this place is run. If you're looking for a spot with great Italian food and staff that makes you feel like a regular on your first visit, Bruno's is the move. We'll definitely be back.

    Orecchiette alla Salsiccia
    Andrea G.

    BRING BACK Wednesday Wine-D Down with 50% off wine bottles and 25% off Pastas!! Good old days :,) We don't come here as often since the happy menu changes but this recent visit we ordered the Orecchiette alla Salsiccia and Rigatoni Alfredo, of the two the Rigatoni Alfredo was best. The Orcchiette had an off sea food hint to it. I'd stick to the classic Pappardelle Bruno...

    Christopher M.

    Long overdue for a review. Brunos Italian Kitchen in Downtown Brea is one of the upscale restaurant. When I came inside, it was very busy, especially it's getting closer to the holiday season. I sat at the bar area to avoid some wait time. Tonight is Lasagna Monday at Brunos.... For $20, I got lasagna with garlic bread and caesar salad. For drink I got me some limoncello drop. One of the most tasty drink to have at night. I started off with a caesar salad, good stuff. Next up.... The best thing to have.... even Garfield said so.... Lasagna with garlic bread. Heavenly good, great flavor, I must say that was absolute delicious dinner at a reasonable price. Now, I've been here a very few times in the past. Now, I actually tried other items before. I would have gotten something else, I just can't say no to lasagna tonight. The bartender that served me tonight was amazing. Cool dude. Atmosphere.... Nice and dark.... highly recommend if you're out on a date. Overall.....5 stars.

    Bread
    Gyzell G.

    First time trying Bruno's Italian Kitchen and I am pleased with my experience. We came here post-Valentine's day for dinner and the place was packed and busy. The restaurant has a warm, relaxed and easygoing vibe. A "family-style" kind of place where you can enjoy a meal with your companions. There are television screens on the wall and the interior is simple yet classy with dim lighting. Our server was very accommodating. They serve a complimentary warm and soft bread with a vinaigrette dip. It was good and the balsamic sauce is very well-balanced and not acidic. For the main dishes, we had the Lasagna since it's one of their featured item, and true enough it really should be. The pasta was al dente and the sauce was the right blend of savory, creamy, tomato and herbs. The portion was big and it was very filling. We also had the pork entree and it was savory and seasoned well. The meat was tender and flavorful in every bite. It was served with potatoes and greens. For dessert, we had the tiramisu, it was good and not too sweet or overpowering. A good palate cleanser and it was just the right dish to end the night.

    Budino al Caramello
    Jay A.

    Who would have thunk that there would be a good place to eat in Brea? Well tickled me lasagna because this place was fantastic! We were greeted warmly by the host and that energy carried over throughout the dinner experience. From our super friendly server Jake to everyone else we came across.... we certainly had a lovely excursion at this new gem we discovered. Great drinks and that ciabatta bread were so tasty. I believe my favorites for the evening were the super creamy lasagna and the branzino. *chef's kiss* Honestly all the dishes we did order were wonderful. I think on our next trip, and we will return, I'd like to try the spaghetti with Nonna Maria's meatballs. I was torn to get this or the branzino, but our server swayed us. Perfect choice honestly. Maybe even the salmon next. We left the restaurant with smiles. Cannot wait for our next visit! Prost!

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    Sorry to be bothering but just wondering if u guys still take cash sorry for asking?

    Hello Lando! Yes, we do! And it is no bother at all.

    Do you have a room or space for a family of 8 to dine and converse in private?

    Hello Tammy! Thank you for considering Bruno's Italian Kitchen! Unfortunately, we do not have private dining space.… Read more

    Can you take large groups? Party of 12?

    Hello T C. Absolutely! Availability would just be dependent on the day of the week and the time of day. Just let me know what you're thinking and I'll do my best to accommodate.… Read more

    Do you still have VIP special, birthday month free entree?

    Hello Mio! Thank you for being such a long time valued guest of Bruno's Italian Kitchen! Our current VIP promotion consists of a complimentary glass of Prosecco on every… Read more

    Good for little kids? Like 1 and 2.5 year old?

    Yes they have hi chairs. Kid friendly! But I will say it is still a nice Italian restaurant so nowhere to run or play. Inside and outside dining.

    Is the pasta homemade?

    Some

    Is there a kids menu?

    Yes there is a kids menu. If it doesn't given automatically, just ask the hostess.

    What are the Happy Hour times during the week?

    Brunos Italian Kitchen's Happy Hour is served in The Lounge only and is during the following days and hours: Monday-Thursday-4-9pm… Read more

    Do they cater?

    They deliver and if requested, will cater as well. Contact Tim L., their GM and he will ensure that whatever your need is, will be fulfilled to your satisfaction. I've had nothing but a positive experience when it comes to special requests from… Read more

    Do they have valet parking?

    no but there are two big parking garages within walking distance

    Are reservations required, especially Sunday nights?

    After 6pm I say it is recommended.

    Hi, Just wondering if the restaurant provides a private space a group like around 25 ppl as a retirement party this coming Sunday?

    I didn’t see any private space, it’s one big room, plus a bit patio dining,

    Is there a dress code?

    Just California casual ;)

    Is it street parking?

    Do not park on the street. It is only 20 minute parking. There are two big structures that you can access off Birch or Brea Blvd or you can park in the lot near World market.

    Do you guys offer gluten free options on pasta?

    Yes! They have one gluten free pasta. I had it and it was great. You Wouldn't know it was GF

    Are you open on Christmas day?

    Yes

    Do you open on labor day?

    Hello Jessica! No, I’m sorry, but we are closed on Monday’s. Our current operating hours are Tuesday through Sunday. Thank you!… Read more

    Can you make reservations?

    Yes - on Open Table

    Can we substitute pasta? What kind of pasta do you have? How much?

    Hello Daniel, Thank you for your interest in Bruno's Italian Kitchen! Yes, you can substitute pasta on any of our dish preparations at no additional cost. Our complete menu… Read more

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes

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