Brunos Italian Kitchen

4.9

2385 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for happy hour

Inspired by a simpler time when meals brought friends and families together….

The menu is comprised of Italian dishes like homemade pastas, fish and steak dishes. Standouts include the Pappardelle Bruno made with braised shorts ribs, wild mushrooms and homemade pappardelle; Branzino which is a Mediterranean sea bass served with roasted potatoes, fresh spinach, lemon and capers; and the Grilled Flatiron Steak served with creamy polenta and roasted cipollini onions.

Broad selection of Italian wines that share the same price point to make the selection process simple and encourage guests to be adventurous.

Brunos also features a menu of carefully crafted cocktails featuring Italian spirits, liqueurs and fresh seasonal ingredients.

Visit our website for more details on great offers like Italian Classics Tuesday, Wine Wednesday, Thursday Special, and Lasagna Sunday.

Brunos Italian Kitchen automatically adds a 20% gratuity fee for parties of 6 and over.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(714) 257-1000
Website
http://brunositaliankitchen.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
For parties from 20 to 250, let the professionals at Brunos create a wonderful dining experience for your needs.

Location
210 W. Birch Street, Brea, CA 92821
Neighborhood
Brea / La Habra
Cross street
Brea/Imperial Hwy.
Parking details
Conveinent covered parking behind the Edwards theaters.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Experiences

Lasagna Monday
Multiple dates available
$20 caesar salad, lasagna, & garlic bread available in-house or through our website every Monday
Tuesday Special: All Night Happy Hour 🥂
Multiple dates available
Tuesday’s is ALL NIGHT HAPPY HOUR! Available open to close in the dining room, patio or bar! $3 OFF all Specialty Cocktails, $2 OFF all wines by the glass, $2 OFF imported, domestic & craft beers, and $2 OFF all Appetizers.
Wine-d Down Wednesday
Multiple dates available
Enjoy 50% off ALL wines by the bottle AND 25% off all pasta dishes in-house.

Popular dishes

Olives$7.00
house marinated mixed olives
Formaggio$13.00
selection of artisanal Italian cheeses / condiments
Arancini$10.00
risotto balls / porcini mushrooms / smoked mozzarella / fresh herbs / marinara sauce
Bruschetta di Pomodori$11.00
cherry tomatoes / homemade ricotta / arugula / pesto / grilled ciabatta
Mozzarella Burrata$15.00
roasted heirloom beets / baby arugula / balsamic vinaigrette / hazelnuts / grilled ciabatta
Caesar$12.00
whole leaf romaine / white anchovies / 'oil & vinegar' caesar dressing / parmesan
Fritto Misto$16.00
shrimp / squid / green beans / grilled lemon / fresh herb aioli
Cozze$14.00
steamed PEI mussels / preserved lemons / garlic / fresh herbs / prosecco / chili flakes
Carpaccio$15.00
prime filet of beef / capers / arugula / parmigiano / virgin olive oil / lemon
Salumi e Formaggi$18.00
selection of artisanal salumi & Italian cheeses / grilled ciabatta / condiments
Polpette$11.00
Nonna Maria's slow braised meatballs / tomato sauce / pecorino chianti

Entrees

Pollo Parmigiana$23.00
parmesan breaded chicken breast, mozzarella, spaghettini, marinara and broccolini
Capesante$34.00
pan-seared diver scallops / saffron risotto / asparagus / pancetta / tomato / citrus vinaigrette
Branzino$27.00
pan seared mediterranean sea bass fillets / lemon-caper broth fresh spinach
Bistecca 'Flat Iron'$32.00
grilled prime flat iron steak / broccolini / cipollini / roasted potatoes
Cioppino$28.00
shrimp / crab / mussels / clams / fresh fish / tomato / garlic / white wine / fresh herbs / lemon
Salmone$25.00
pan seared scottish salmon roasted heirloom carrots / beluga lentils / pistachio salsa verde

Pastas

Linguine alla Vongole$22.00
manilla clams, garlic, white wine, calabrian chili and fresh herbs
Orecchiette alla Salsiccia$20.00
spicy italian sausage / roasted bell peppers / broccolini / smoked mozzarella / marinara
Penne Primavera$19.00
asparagus / broccolini / mushrooms / cherry tomatoes / EVOO / garlic / fresh basil
Rigatoni Alfredo 2.0$22.00
mezza rigatoni / cream / pancetta / trumpet mushrooms smoked mozzarella / parmesan
Penne al Pesto$18.00
homemade basil & arugula pesto / ricotta / toasted pine nuts / pecorino chianti
Fettuccine al Granchio e Gamberi$25.00
crab & shrimp / lemon-basil cream sauce / broccollini / citrus roe
Pappardelle Bruno$24.00
chianti braised short ribs / roasted mushrooms / hand made pappardelle
Spaghetti e Polpette$20.00
Nonna Maria's meatballs / tomato & fresh herb sauce / fresh basil / parmigiano
Lasagna al Forno$21.00
fresh pasta / homemade bolognese sauce / béchamel / parmigiano

Side Dishes

Fagioli Verde$6.00
fresh green beans / garlic/ shallots / calabrian chili
Creamy Polenta$6.00
fontina & parmesan cheese / extra virgin olive oil
Spinaci$6.00
spinach / garlic / olive oil / sea salt
Broccolini$6.00
pancetta / garlic / red wine vinegar
Patate Arrosto$6.00
roasted butterball potatoes / rosemary / garlic

Dessert

Cannoli Cheesecake$8.00
fresh baked / cannoli crust / chocolate / pistachios / blackberry sauce
Tiramisu$8.00
Layers of lady fingers / espresso mascarpone / rum cocoa
Budino al Caramello$8.00
caramel pudding / chocolate ganache / whipped cream / sea salt / roasted hazelnuts
Italian Gelato$8.00
choice of 3: dark chocolate / vanilla bean / pistachio / amaretto cookies
Brunos Limoncello$5.00
Homemade fresh limoncello infused infused with vanilla bean and toasted fennel seeds

Espresso

Cappuccino$5.00
Espressso$4.00
Latte$5.00

What 2,385 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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Orange County
Best Value
Orange County
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North Orange County
Best Service
North Orange County
Best Value
North Orange County
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bruno's Italian Kitchen offers an exceptional dining experience in downtown Brea. Patrons rave about the "awesome" food, "fantastic" service, and cozy ambiance. Favorites include homemade pastas like the Pappardelle Bruno and lasagna, with standout mentions of their "great cocktails" and attentive staff. Perfect for celebrations or casual outings.

2,385 Reviews

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lili
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first time visiting this place and we really enjoyed it! Keep up the hard work it takes a whole team for the customer to leave happy and satisfied We will definitely come back again!
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Christina
Orlando
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and our server Ruth was great! We will definitely come back!
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Ilana
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my absolute favorite restaurant in Brea. My boyfriend and I have been coming here for years and this is our favorite date night spot/place for celebrating an anniversary, birthday, exciting life moment. The service is always amazing, the quality of the food and the ingredients is unreal. We always feel at home here, and always rave about this place to our friends and family. Highly recommend! I also love the three course meal deals on the weekends, and the weekday deal on Wednesdays. Definitely check it out!
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Bea
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
ALWAYS GREAT SERVICE AND FOOD. WE ALWAYS KEEP COMING BACK.
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Ken
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very vibrant atmosphere; We had the salmon and the seabass entrees. Both dishes were cooked to perfection, Our server was attentive. Took advantage of the Wine-D Down Wednesday promotion; Reservation are recommended.
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George
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently great food and service. It's amazing how many years Bruno's has been able to do it. We always enjoy our meals here
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Christopher
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a Wonderful Restaurant with Delicious food ( My wife and I have tried most of the menu and each dish is so good )! Also the waitresses are very professional and make you feel at home! We highly recommend this place if you want outstanding Italian food, homemade pasta with fresh high quality ingredients!
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e
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious and loved that the happy hour was all day!
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Chris
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been coming here since it opened along with its sister restaurant Cha Cha's, just a few doors down. Our favorite spot if it is just the two of us is the bar. The bartenders have changed over the years, but the caliber of service has not. If you arrive late for a drink & dinner, you are never rushed...actually I hadn't even realized we were the last as my husband and I asked about different liquors we hadn't noticed before. You can't go wrong with the Almafi Fizz, my favorite and one of their signature drinks. Their food is outstanding, love the scallops! Last night we went for my husband's birthday...it was Monday night special, lasagna, garlic bread & Caesar salad for I believe was $20. I can eat, yet I took half of it home! My husband loves their chicken parmesan...he too took half home and was pleased that they presented him with tiramisu & a candle for his birthday...the extra touch appreciated! Yes, I would give them a 10! We will be back next week for a relaxing dinner or maybe Cha Cha's for a little more noise... let's face it, tacos, tequila brings the noise level up!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great experience. good value. good atmosphere. wonderful waiters. good delicious food. bread is amazing
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FAQs

Brunos Italian Kitchen does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

Brunos Italian Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 2385 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

210 W. Birch Street, Brea, CA 92821

Additional information

Cross street
Brea/Imperial Hwy.
Neighborhood
Brea / La Habra
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Conveinent covered parking behind the Edwards theaters.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://brunositaliankitchen.com/
Phone number
(714) 257-1000
Private party facilities
For parties from 20 to 250, let the professionals at Brunos create a wonderful dining experience for your needs.

Brunos Italian Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Lasagna Monday

Tuesday Special: All Night Happy Hour 🥂

Wine-d Down Wednesday

Spaghetti

Pappardelle Bruno

Tiramisu

Appetizers

Olives$7.00

Formaggio$13.00

Arancini$10.00

Bruschetta di Pomodori$11.00

Mozzarella Burrata$15.00

Caesar$12.00

Fritto Misto$16.00

Cozze$14.00

Carpaccio$15.00

Salumi e Formaggi$18.00

Polpette$11.00

Entrees

Pollo Parmigiana$23.00

Capesante$34.00

Branzino$27.00

Bistecca 'Flat Iron'$32.00

Cioppino$28.00

Salmone$25.00

Pastas

Linguine alla Vongole$22.00

Orecchiette alla Salsiccia$20.00

Penne Primavera$19.00

Rigatoni Alfredo 2.0$22.00

Penne al Pesto$18.00

Fettuccine al Granchio e Gamberi$25.00

Pappardelle Bruno$24.00

Spaghetti e Polpette$20.00

Lasagna al Forno$21.00

Side Dishes

Fagioli Verde$6.00

Creamy Polenta$6.00

Spinaci$6.00

Broccolini$6.00

Patate Arrosto$6.00

Dessert

Cannoli Cheesecake$8.00

Tiramisu$8.00

Budino al Caramello$8.00

Italian Gelato$8.00

Brunos Limoncello$5.00

Espresso

Cappuccino$5.00

Espressso$4.00

Latte$5.00

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