Brunos Italian Kitchen

Name: Brunos Italian Kitchen
Address: 210 W. Birch Street, Brea, CA, United States, 92821
Telephone: (714) 257-1000
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

2410 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

22 Dec 2024

9:00 pm

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
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.

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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
Area
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

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

Entrees

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

Pastas

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

Side Dishes

Fagioli VerdeUSD 6.00
fresh green beans / garlic/ shallots / calabrian chili
Creamy PolentaUSD 6.00
fontina & parmesan cheese / extra virgin olive oil
SpinaciUSD 6.00
spinach / garlic / olive oil / sea salt
BroccoliniUSD 6.00
pancetta / garlic / red wine vinegar
Patate ArrostoUSD 6.00
roasted butterball potatoes / rosemary / garlic

Dessert

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

Espresso

CappuccinoUSD 5.00
EspresssoUSD 4.00
LatteUSD 5.00

What 2,410 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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
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North Orange County
Best Overall
North Orange County
Best Food
North Orange County
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North Orange County
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bruno's Italian Kitchen is a culinary gem in Brea, renowned for its "great service and great food." The ambiance is welcoming, perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions. Guests rave about the "delicious and authentic Italian cuisine," with standout dishes like pappardelle and lasagna. Service is consistently attentive, making every visit delightful.

2,410 Reviews

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Eduardo
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and definitely will come back. We were seated immediately at our reservation time.
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Robert
VIP
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding food and excellent service. We had an outstanding experience.
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Pam
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great. I had the lasagna special, very authentic!
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Maxine
Los Angeles
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, Bruno's is an excellent choice for dinner. This time I was seated in one of the three booths with overhead heaters. The service and food was excellent and their limoncello was outstanding,.
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Liss
Tampa
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food quality was excellent. It's a noisy restaurant, but that fits in with the vibe of the faux downtown commercial street it is on. Our table was ready for us within 10 minutes of the reservation time. It was a Saturday night, so--with the perpetual shorthandedness of all restaurants these days--it was not surprising that the hot food did not arrive at our table as hot as I would like. Staff were professional and handling the very busy situation very well, but it was clear they were really scurrying to keep up.
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Mike
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service as usual. Always a good meal.
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Yvette
Orange County
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friend and I came for her birthday. The food was delicious! Arancini, lasagna and parpadelle Bruno, delicious. The server was wonderful, attentive, friendly, and professional. The place has a warm atmosphere, and the sound level is perfect. You can hold a conversation without worrying that everyone can hear you. In other words, not too loud, but not silent. Excellent restaurant, will definitely visit again!
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Valerie
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Salt Lake City
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was outstanding. All of the staff were nice and helpful. We love Bruno's
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Eddison
VIP
Orange County
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time visit, Brunos was highly recommended by friends. We came in on a Wednesday evening when they were having 25% off their pasta dishes. Let me tell you, the food was amazing! The service was amazing and the atmosphere was amazing. We will definitely come back and try more on the menu. Some of the best Italian food we ever had, I had the spaghetti with meatballs and my wife had the lasagna. The pasta was made fresh, sauces were on a whole different level and the staff was attentive, friendly and made you feel like family. I can understand why Brunos is a beloved restaurant in downtown Brea. I think we just found our favorite Italian restaurant!
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David
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another excellent night at Brunos. Service from Damian was energetic, helpful and prompt. We had the chopped salad to start, and it did not disappoint. The salad was fresh and seasoned perfectly. We had two orders of the Shrimp Crab Fettuccini and one order of Lasagna. The pasta was tasty, came out hot, the fettuccini had five or six large shrimp, the noodles were perfectly cooked, firm not soggy. The Lasagna was tasty as usual! Plus, the half price bottle of wine made the night perfect. It was my daughters first time at Brunos and Damian made her feel welcomed by making pasta recommendations and providing some Tiramisu for dessert. Brunos always excels with excellent service, pleasant atmosphere and well flavored high-quality entrees.
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Brunos Italian Kitchen does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

Brunos Italian Kitchen is rated 4.9 stars by 2410 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

22 Dec 2024

9:00 pm

Booked 37 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

210 W. Birch Street, Brea, CA 92821

Additional information

Cross Street
Brea/Imperial Hwy.
Area
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 booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Lasagna Monday

Tuesday Special: All Night Happy Hour 🥂

Wine-d Down Wednesday

Spaghetti

Pappardelle Bruno

Tiramisu

Appetizers

OlivesUSD 7.00

FormaggioUSD 13.00

AranciniUSD 10.00

Bruschetta di PomodoriUSD 11.00

Mozzarella BurrataUSD 15.00

CaesarUSD 12.00

Fritto MistoUSD 16.00

CozzeUSD 14.00

CarpaccioUSD 15.00

Salumi e FormaggiUSD 18.00

PolpetteUSD 11.00

Entrees

Pollo ParmigianaUSD 23.00

CapesanteUSD 34.00

BranzinoUSD 27.00

Bistecca 'Flat Iron'USD 32.00

CioppinoUSD 28.00

SalmoneUSD 25.00

Pastas

Linguine alla VongoleUSD 22.00

Orecchiette alla SalsicciaUSD 20.00

Penne PrimaveraUSD 19.00

Rigatoni Alfredo 2.0USD 22.00

Penne al PestoUSD 18.00

Fettuccine al Granchio e GamberiUSD 25.00

Pappardelle BrunoUSD 24.00

Spaghetti e PolpetteUSD 20.00

Lasagna al FornoUSD 21.00

Side Dishes

Fagioli VerdeUSD 6.00

Creamy PolentaUSD 6.00

SpinaciUSD 6.00

BroccoliniUSD 6.00

Patate ArrostoUSD 6.00

Dessert

Cannoli CheesecakeUSD 8.00

TiramisuUSD 8.00

Budino al CaramelloUSD 8.00

Italian GelatoUSD 8.00

Brunos LimoncelloUSD 5.00

Espresso

CappuccinoUSD 5.00

EspresssoUSD 4.00

LatteUSD 5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Make a booking

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