We hosted our wedding rehearsal lunch here back in April, and it was absolutely perfect. I had originally reached out to Faro about his other restaurant (127 West Social House) but when rain was in the forecast for our wedding weekend, he thoughtfully suggested we host our lunch here instead. I'm so grateful he did. From the moment I reached out to him, his hospitality made my husband and I feel so welcome and well taken care of. The Italian food was absolutely delicious--every dish was outstanding, and our guests couldn't stop talking about it. We have nothing but compliments for Faro and his team, this restaurant is a gem in Fallbrook! read more

We ordered the Trupiano's special pizza. The crust was underdone and really just not very impressive, especially for the $30 price tag on a SMALL. Additionally we ordered the Romana half salad. This was $15 and should have been $5. Very disappointing. Next time I'm going back to Pala Mesa pizza. read more

We found this restaurant while driving back from the winery and craving Italian food, and we're so glad we stopped in! I always enjoy supporting local, family-owned restaurants, especially those that have that homemade, home-cooked meal feel, and this place definitely delivered. We ordered the gluten-free thin-crust pepperoni pizza and the chicken piccata with gluten-free pasta, and both were delicious. The food was flavorful without feeling heavy, which I really appreciated. The chicken piccata came with vegetables, which was something I hadn't seen before, but it was a great addition and I really enjoyed it. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. They were attentive throughout our meal and even adjusted the air conditioning when we mentioned it was a little cold inside. If you're looking for a local Italian restaurant with delicious food, warm service, and a cozy family-style atmosphere, this is a great choice. We'll definitely be back! read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Thin crust, gluten-free cauliflower, pepperoni pizza. - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

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Great food 2nd time here, came in around 400, nice and quiet, had a great house salad, with bread sticks, I ordered Ravioli and husband had pizza. If anything they're pizza is awesome! XL Pepperoni with black Olives!!! Great crust!! Service was awesome!! Harriett was Great! The ambiance is nice and quaint!! read more

Good service. Nice cold beers. Nice inside. My wife loves their stuffed mushrooms and it didn't disappoint again, she loves them! My wife & her mom always gets their Romana salad & they have good ranch dressing. The small is large enough for them to split and gives them a good portion. I got a meat sandwich, but it was more lettuce, tomato and bread with little meat so won't order a sandwich there again. I'm glad I ordered the pizza sauce that comes on the sandwich, on the side, just tasted like tomato paste. No other flavor to it. My mom-in-law likes their lasagna, but always comments she wishes it wasn't served in a bowl dish with lots of sauce around it. Recommended she ask for a plate next time and no extra sauce. read more

Wow, what can I say immediately upon walking in Harriet seated? Us who turns out was our server as well for anybody who comes here. You must request. Harriet her service is impeccable! Now. Let's get to the food. I had a pizza double pepperoni black olive. Absolutely delicious taking some home for lunch. My wife had the cheese ravioli. She said the sauce was some of the best tasting sauce she's ever had! When you walk in, you think you're going back to a little Italian bistro. It looks so old school. Very homey and smells excellent! Great work guys. We will be coming back again! read more

I have been into this restaurant several times and every time I'm here I am blown away not just by the food but the service. This evening I had the privilege of having Kai as a server and he is truly amazing at his craft. He remembered some regulars by name and impressed them, and as they were right next to me, he also got my attention and has continued to wow me with his customer service all evening! great food, and great service I will be back and I highly recommend you check out this local gem read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

I went back to trupiano's years later and the food was really good it changed and it was really good the service was really good so the one star I gave in 2021 has now changed to a five star service was way better food was amazing and the Ambiance was is still good read more

All I can say is YUMMMMMMMMMMMMM! Ordering online was easy, and I'm an old person. So when I realized (after I closed my computer) I had made an error, I called them and they fixed it. Then, magically, 3 pizzas appeared at my house. And they all were exactly what we wanted and were totally and memorably DELICIOUS! read more

We found Chef Faro through our Airbnb, and it ended up being one of the best decisions of our trip. His communication was excellent from the start, clear, timely, and so professional. He prepared a beautiful dinner for my family: flavorful stuffed mushrooms, a crisp and perfectly balanced Caesar salad, and a beef tenderloin cooked to absolute perfection. The tiramisu he made for dessert was light, creamy, and unforgettable. On top of the incredible food, he left the kitchen cleaner than before he arrived. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a private chef who delivers both exceptional cuisine and exceptional service. read more

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We chose Trupianos for our anniversary dinner while in Fallbrook in April 2026. Upon entering it appeared to be a quaint little Italian bistro, not too fancy but cute. We were seated immediately and they allowed my service dog to be inside. It they took our drink orders almost immediately but the drinks didnt make it to the table for nearly 15 minutes. We waited almost 15 minutes to have our order taken which was surprising. We kept looking around to see where the waitress was and saw them all huddled in the back. A very nice lady came over ans asked if we had been helped and when she found out we were still waiting she seemed a bit taken back. The food came in very hearty portions. Started with the Bruschetta, it was amazing. My wife had Osso Bucco which is an oven Roasted Pork Shank, Roasted Vegetables, Garlic Mashed Potatoes and i had the Farfalle Salmone which is Salmon, Fresh Garlic, Deep Fried Capers, Dill Infused Parmesan Cream Sauce, both dishes very tasty. Their dessert menu had several choices and we decided on the Tiaramisù, it was delicious. read more

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Just had a wonderful lunch at Trupiano's. Order small pizza with pepperoni, Artichokes and garlic. This is the only place in town to enjoy an authentic Italian pizza. read more

This place has easily become a family favorite! We had our wedding at a nearby venue so my now husband and I visited Trupiano's twice during tours/booking the venue and instantly loved it. The food, the service, the atmosphere..just completely customer oriented. As such, we booked our rehearsal lunch here and it was just as amazing. Such a smooth process with Faro, from designing our menu to table cloths, etc., it made it such an incredible rehearsal for us and our guests. While we have some favorite dishes (the pesto, spaghetti, and penne rustico), we will be back soon to try their pizza! read more

Over-priced and underwhelming. Owner seemed arrogant. Food tastes like frozen food re-heated.

A great experience! Food was delicious. The bread they give you to start was served warm and was yummy. Our server was great, a nice man with glasses and great hair. Shout out to him for the great hospitality! We had the the trio and Alfredo pasta with chicken, both were so good! Definitely will be coming back. read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

Trupiano's recently catered our Mom's 100th Birthday party ~ Bravissimo on the Fantastic dinner and service!!! Everyone absolutely raved about how great dinner was! Charlet, Angie & Keilia were wonderfully efficient, sweet & fun to work with! Mom had a great time, and a large part in the success of our party was thanks to you and your entire staff! read more

Small restaurant, but still a gem to discover. The food is amazing! Original offerings and amazing flavor. Starts with the fresh breadsticks and wine offerings and ends with generous portions of pasta that will bring you back for another visit wanting more. The staff is friendly and always leaves us happy we chose this restaurant. Worth the drive, even if you aren't local. Check out some of Fallbrook's wineries and end with dinner here. Perfect weekend. Thank me later. read more

Great food , service and home style Italian food eatery . Attentive staff . A bit hard to find when it's dark as we overshot n the signage was dark but overall good experience. read more

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Croutons should NOT be as hard as rocks. It's hard to believe the owner had one and said ok.

lunch today with 12 women, one waiter (male),,,,the guy was the best very attentive. He even did seperate checks for each of us! My hat goes off to him and the food was great at a good price read more

I'm a big fan of Italian food Trupiano's Italian bistro has really great food at very reasonable prices. My husband and I split a bottle of wine which was around $30 and we also got a dish that included lasagna chicken Parm and a beef ravioli. I couldn't imagine how one person could ever eat that by themselves, the one thing I will say is the croutons in the ceasar salad were a little harder than I like but still was a good salad. Service was very attentive and friendly, we will return for sure read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

I cannot remember her name but our server was amazing! Long brown hair, very polite and attentive. The food was great. We came at a great time as it was not too busy. Will be returning soon. read more

Zolinn & Chelsea!! Great service! Amazing how the staff treats this place like they own it! They care! They are excited about the food! They ooze proper presentation-with class but most importantly sincere connection. I definitely got a little bit more into the menu then I would just quickly stopping by to check it off the list to see if it was good or not. I'm actually surprised by how good it is! I got the spicy arrabiata (with angel hair not penne). Got a DELICIOUS Italian moscato (originally was looking for a local but I'm really excited that I did not because I just found a Moscato that I'm definitely going to be buying a couple bottles)!! They did not have the crème brûlée so I'll have to come back again and try some other dish along with us. Instead I got the ice cream which was really good surprisingly because I don't like mixing chocolate with fruit. Everything was fantastic I would say this is probably going to be my go to location when I come to Fallbrook moving forward and I definitely will recommend it. It's really good ambience is super chill like a family. The staff like I said is very rare to come across as everybody is moving together and the vibe is good but they are also about their business as well as the customer service/connecting. Excited to come back and bring friends!! Thank you again ladies for helping me pick out a VERY GOOD selection. Ridiculously well priced as well. This place is getting my loyalty button! read more

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The food was absolutely amazing. The choices on the menu were superb. I had a pasta in dill crème sauce with salmon. To die for. The small Mediterranean salad was enough for 3 people to share as a starter. Servers were friendly, skilled and attentive. I'll definitely be back read more

Once again this place blows our mind with the food. My wife had the Griglia and I had the Cavapati Caprese. Good portions and fresh ingredients makes these dishes even better. The service is OUTSTANDING from the moment you arrive. Harriett and Jose Luis are the best. The ambiance as always makes the dining experience that much better. I highly recommend this place. read more

Delicious!! The best I've ever had. Everything tasted fresh from the bread to the sauce. We had great service. Will definitely visit when back in town. read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Chicken Marsala - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

It's an understatement to say that this place offers one of the best Italian food I've ever had. I haven't been so so delighted to eat Italian food elsewhere. You don't expect much from a little place in a little town on vacation but my mind has been blown. Food & Drinks: My absolute favorite was the Cavattapi Caprese, a delightfully light sauce, melted mozzarella, and pasta cooked to perfection. Overall a beautiful medley of well-cooked ingredients. I could eat that thing all night. The Sicilian pizza was great too, crispy crust with a softer center topped with delicious cured meats. Pizza heaven I'd say. Their Tiramisu was wonderfully soft too, it just slid down my throat. We got a bottle of the Rose(I forgot the name but it was from Portugal) which was good too. Service: The food being good is one thing, but their service is stellar too. Our server Kai was a delight to work with. Very attentive, and made sure to talk about the food we ordered so that we knew what to expect. We were celebrating our anniversary so he even got us a desert, on the house. And then he stopped by for a few mins to chat about our time in Fallbrook etc. He got the whole staff to say Happy Anniversary while we were leaving. I was so touched. There were 2 other servers who took care of our complimentary bread refills and wine refills. They even boxed our leftovers, I mean who does that anymore?Overall some great folk onboard here. Ambiance: A small cozy place that gives a very homely vibe. If I had an Italian grandmother, her dining room back in Italy would probably look like this. They have some parking outside too so not a difficult parking situation. In-All: A true small-town gem, this place. I have decided to drive up from San Diego and eat here often, the food is that good. If you're in Fallbrook or just passing by, I'd suggest you get something here or you're missing out on some real stuff. read more

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Good Italian for a small town location. We have eaten here a few times and have also done take out pizza many times. Food and service are always great. read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Takeout Pizza - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

ABSOLUTELY MUST TRY RESTAURANT!! Food is To.Die.For! Service was fantastic, friendly and fun! And here's a little secret for you Dear Readers: I Am Not A Foodie...so when food makes an impression on me- take Note! Ambience is CA casual...nice beer and wine selection. You Will Not Be Disappointed! #NotAFoodie #Impressed! read more

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Had our wedding rehearsal luncheon and it was perfect! Faro and staff were accommodating and so attentive!! Thank you Trupianos! read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

Prices are high but quality of food is good. No issues with service as they are very responsive and courteous. We go occasionally when funds permit... recommended for good Italian food. read more

Pasta was drowned in the sauce, bland and overly sweet. Meatballs were watery, and had no flavor. The waiter did not ask if it was our first time and did not ask if we had questions nor did he explain the upcharges. So disappointed. read more

My wife and I have lived in Fallbrook for over 2 years now, and our biggest regret is that we haven't tried Trupiano's sooner! Fun, family friendly environment! Amazing food, and great service! Their pesto is fabulous, and their Creme Brûlée is to die for!! 1000/10! We will most definitely be back! read more

Delicious Calamari. Tomato sauce based dip was awesome! Chicken Piccata just as delicious. Large portions and very authentic. Our waitress was great. Staff and manager very very attentive to our needs. We'll definitely be back! Very lively atmosphere and football on the tv made it even better. read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Calamari appetizer - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

My favorite!!!! I always stop by here when I come visit Fallbrook. This is a must for me. I love everything Ive gotten so far. My go to's always are the calamari, penne vodka and the raviolis read more

The food is amazing, the service is outstanding every time we dine in there,the waitress is always nice and friendly, the ambience of the restaurant remains me and old Italian cafe very cozy. read more

This place is amazing.... The Owner,Staff and food! This has to be the "Best Eggplant Parmigiana I have eaten. This happens to be my favorite meal and I look everywhere there's only a couple places that do it pretty good this place is outstanding I highly recommend it it's also clean and a great environment I highly recommend this place you're looking for a great Italian don't go no further it's worth the drive! read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - This is eggplant Parmesan, Penny pasta with a delightful sauce and roasted vegetables that are cooked to perfection - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

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Wow, this place was amazing! I got a pasta (orecchiette aragosta); my husband got the chicken parmesan. We came here on a random Friday night. I'm so thankful my husband found this place. This is so much better than Vigilucci's in Carlsbad. If you're looking for a satisfying Italian dinner at a place that feels homey and comfortable and is worth the price, stop here without a second thought. Made the drive here from Oceanside, so worth it, and can't wait until our next visit! Everything was perfect: the food, the seating, the decor... Also, all of the staff were extremely helpful and attentive. They also just seemed happy. Kai and Ozzie were great. The bread, entrees, and dessert were fantastic. read more

Trupiano's Italian Bistro - Chicken parmesan - Italian Near Me - Fallbrook, California

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This is a hidden gem! Great food! Great choices and delicious! Service is also Very good. Ok as far as ambiance, not a very impressive feel but once you get your meal, all is forgotten. So if you want a get meal with a special person or good friends take them here! Priced very fairly and wow good food! GO! read more

Amazing food every time!! We love to come try a new dish each visit and we are never disappointed!! Love this place and the staff! A big shout out to Kai for going above and beyond as our server last trip! read more