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    Locanda Brasato

    4.2 (33 reviews)
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    Carbonara
    Ellie M.

    Enjoyed dinner at Locanda Brasato. Very quick and attentive service and the restaurant has a cool, intimate vibe. We started off with the lobster arancini and the whipped ricotta. The arancini was divine - I've never seen lobster arancini on a menu! The whipped ricotta was good as well. For mains, we got the carbonara and the short rib pizza. The carbonara was great! Definitely on the more liquidy side versus a thick sauce, but I still thought the taste was good. My husband really enjoyed the pizza. Great spot for dinner in MB!

    Haylee E.

    Our waitress was amazing and knowledgeable about both the wine and the menu. I loved the atmosphere of the restaurant and was really happy with the overall experience. Everything felt very classic italian and you can tell the food is prepared with intention and attention to detail. Good experience. Will be back.

    Short Rib Ravioli
    Sara W.

    This was my first visit and it was a wonderful experience. Lovely decor and style inside. The cocktails were delicious and reasonably priced. The food was excellent and left me wanting more. Kevin, our waiter, was so great. He explained the farm to table concept and gave great recommendations. He was fantastic and made the experience even better. Highly recommend.

    Campbelle W.

    Visited Locanda Brasato with a group of friends and was thoroughly impressed! Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable and attentive. We ordered a wide variety of entrees and appetizers and it was all delicious. Will definitely be back! Overall a great experience!

    Camille F.

    Wowie! Friend and I came here to try out Mountain Brook Village's newest spot! We came for lunch on Saturday, I do believe they're open for lunch on weekdays now, too. This is the old Post Office Pies location and I'm so glad to see someone's still using the pizza oven! This is a great addition to MB Village, and you can walk to Jeni's for ice cream right after. I would say that Locanda Brasato is comparable in vibes to Luca over in Homewood. However, I prefer the thin crust pizza here. If there's burrata on the menu, I'm ordering it. The burrata was fantastic, with butternut squash and golden raisins. I could've done with a little more bread, tho :). We also tried the lamb meatballs. Again, great. I'm in my Lamb Era. Finally, we split the soppressata pizza. Our waiter (Taylor was awesome) brought out a chilli oil to go on top, which had a great flavor, too. I think the crust is a sourdough, which has a good tang. Mountain Brook Village was BUSY. Parking was pretty hard to find. I ended up over at the grocery store. Short walk. I 100% recommend adding this to your list of places to try. I'm sure it will remain busy for a long time.

    Carbonara w/ Truffles and Pizza
    Rohit K.

    Locanda Brasato was fantastic. The pizza was light, fresh, and perfectly done, and the pasta was rich, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Highly recommend adding fresh shaved truffle to your pasta -- it takes the whole dish to another level and makes the meal feel extra special. Great food, great experience. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to.

    Short beef Short Rib pizza and Spaghetti Carbonara
    Caitlin S.

    Great overall experience! Had the whipped ricotta as an appetizer (not pictured) but was absolutely amazing. The bread is fluffy/buttery. Split the pizza and spaghetti carbonara for a main dish. Will be back!

    Branzino
    Anna P.

    Great experience here!! I loved our server, he was so accommodating and so fun. Checked on us often and was so attentive! Great atmosphere and really fresh and delicious!!

    Lemon cello sorbet and strawberry tiramisu
    Sara R.

    Amazing experience !!! The branzino was superb, so much flavor ! Paired it with the summer salad and the champagne vinaigrette was yummy !!! Dessert was as my fave part! The strawberry tiramisu on the right was TO DIE for. I can't stop thinking about it. That lemon cello sorbet on the left paired really nice, highly recommend this spot !! 10/10

    Andrea R.

    Locanda Brasato is such a gem. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance immediately stood out. The lighting and decor create that perfect balance of upscale yet comfortable, making it a great spot for both a special dinner or a relaxed night out. I ordered the vodka pasta, which was absolutely delicious. The sauce was rich and creamy and the pasta was perfectly cooked. It was one of those dishes where every bite felt indulgent without being overly heavy. What really elevated the experience was the service. Our server was incredibly attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming throughout the entire meal. They checked in at all the right moments without ever feeling intrusive, and their warmth made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Overall, Locanda Brasato delivers on all fronts--great food, a beautiful atmosphere, and amazing service. I'll definitely be coming back soon!

    Spaghetti Carbonara
    Iseo Y.

    I was there last Tuesday and tried this restaurant for the first time, I ordered Spaghetti Carbonara and a Grilled Snapper belly with some sauce in it. I was not expecting a very thin carbonara sauce like a little soupy thin texture, taste bland to me, I guess I am used to a cheesy thicker consistency, the belly is probably better if this is fried. Service is fine, server is friendly and ambience is okay.

    Mushroom Lasagna

    Sublime. A perfect summer meal. Heirloom tomato salad with peaches and basil. The mushroom lasagna was superb, loaded with local foraged mushrooms and perfectly gratinéed. A real treat.

    Rotolo - white bolognese, flash fried basil, Piave extra vecchio
    Ashley C.

    The food and services was amazing. Definitely adding this restaurant to my BHM rotation. The cocktails were crafted perfectly. The staff is so attentive and accommodating and they really know the menu.

    Carbonara and pea pesto

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    Good food, great service and a really delightful atmosphere it was like visiting your grandmother.

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    Did not disappoint, food was delicious and our server was very attentive and thoughtful as we had an infant with us.

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