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: 4.6

4.6

1615 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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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.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
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.
Private party contact
Don Myers: (714) 257-1000

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

Chicken Parmesan Thursday
Multiple dates available
$25 Italian Chopped Salad, Chicken Parmesan, and Tiramisu available in-house or through our website
Lasagna Monday
Multiple dates available
$20 caesar salad, lasagna, & garlic bread available in-house or through our website every Monday
Italian Classics Tuesday
Multiple dates available
Tuesday’s a la carte menu pricing features $8 appetizers and wine, $17 pastas and entrees, and $5 desserts

Offers

Wine-d Down Wednesdays
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy 50% off ALL wines by the glass or bottle AND 50% off all pasta dishes in-house or through our website

Popular dishes

Arancini$9.50
risotto balls / porcini mushrooms / smoked mozzarella / fresh herbs / marinara sauce
Bruschetta di Pomodori$9.00
cherry tomatoes / homemade ricotta / arugula / pesto / grilled ciabatta
Mozzarella Burrata$14.00
roasted heirloom beets / baby arugula / balsamic vinaigrette / hazelnuts / grilled ciabatta
Caesar$9.50
whole leaf romaine / white anchovies / 'oil & vinegar' caesar dressing / parmesan
Fritto Misto$14.00
shrimp / squid / green beans / grilled lemon / fresh herb aioli
Cozze$14.00
steamed PEI mussels / preserved lemons / garlic / fresh herbs / prosecco / chili flakes
Carpaccio$13.00
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$10.00
Nonna Maria's slow braised meatballs / tomato sauce / pecorino chianti

Entrees

Branzino$25.00
pan seared mediterranean sea bass fillets / lemon-caper broth fresh spinach
Bistecca 'Flat Iron'$26.00
grilled prime flat iron steak / broccolini / cipollini / roasted potatoes
Piccata di Pollo$19.00
Mary's free range chicken breast / pan fried / capers / lemon / polenta / cippolini / spinach
Cioppino$24.00
shrimp / crab / mussels / clams / fresh fish / tomato / garlic / white wine / fresh herbs / lemon
Salmone$22.00
pan seared scottish salmon roasted heirloom carrots / beluga lentils / pistachio salsa verde

Pastas

Spaghettini alla Checca$17.00
roasted heirloom tomato / garlic / basil / fresh mozzarella
Rigatoni Alfredo 2.0$18.50
mezza rigatoni / cream / pancetta / trumpet mushrooms smoked mozzarella / parmesan
Penne al Pesto$17.00
homemade basil & arugula pesto / ricotta / toasted pine nuts / pecorino chianti
Fettuccine al Granchio e Gamberi$23.00
crab & shrimp / lemon-basil cream sauce / broccollini / citrus roe
Pappardelle Bruno$21.00
chianti braised short ribs / roasted mushrooms / hand made pappardelle
Spaghetti e Polpette$18.00
Nonna Maria's meatballs / tomato & fresh herb sauce / fresh basil / parmigiano
Lasagna al Forno$18.50
fresh pasta / homemade bolognese sauce / béchamel / parmigiano

Side Dishes

Polenta$6.00
soft polenta / fontina / EVOO
Spinaci$6.00
spinach / garlic / olive oil / sea salt
Baby Heirloom Carrots$6.00
honey-sherry glaze / pistachio salsa verde
Broccolini$6.00
pancetta / garlic / red wine vinegar
Patate Arrosto$6.00
roasted butterball potatoes / rosemary / garlic

Dessert

Tiramisu$7.50
Layers of lady fingers / espresso mascarpone / rum cocoa
Budino al Caramello$7.50
caramel pudding / chocolate ganache / whipped cream / sea salt / roasted hazelnuts
Italian Gelato$7.50
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$4.00
Espressso$4.00
Latte$4.00

What 1,615 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

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LaurenP
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall2food3service3ambience2
Made a reservation weeks in advance only to be seated at a high top in the bar by the Togo table. Food was overrated my pasta was clumpy and cold by the time it got to the table.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the weekend special. Delicious.
NV
NancyV
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was amazing. Food was fantastic!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my first time at Bruno’s. We/I enjoyed the happy hour in the lounge and the dinner in the back booth was nice and private for our little birthday celebration party of 3. Thank you for allowing us to patron your establishment.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great spot in downtown Brea. Food was excellent and the service was great. Many wine varieties to choose from. We were happy with our server’s recommendation.
J
Janene
New Orleans
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We eat at Bruno's on a fairly regular basis because the food is always consistently delicious and the service is fantastic. My favorite appetizers are the Frito Misto and the Carpaccio but you can't go wrong with anything on the menu.
JC
JohnC
Los Angeles
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Had dinner with friends last night. Our server was spectacular and the food and drink was amazing!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
10 reviews
vip
2.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall2food5service1ambience5
Food is terrific but the service is horrific. The staff seems like they hate it there and definitely take it out on the customers. I actually went on a Saturday night and like I said…. Great food but horrible service. I thought perhaps it was just our server having a bad night. So, I decided to take different family members 3 days later to give it another shot. Different staff and the same experience. Very disappointed. Would rather go to Roman Cucina where the food is just as good with wonderful service.
SB
SharonB
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food & service!! LaurenP. was a very efficient and friendly server! Relaxing atmosphere & a Joy to be back at a restaurant!
A
Abby
Los Angeles
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
This was my first time at Bruno’s so I don’t know if the garlic bread and sauce is suppose to be served room temperature. I was taken aback by the crumbs that were on the table we were given. The drinks were great and the food was outstanding. We will be coming back very soon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
EVERYTHING we had was ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE … risotto balls, caesar salad, garlic toast, lasagna and tiramisu. Honestly best lasagna I’ve ever had!! I already can’t wait to go back!
TA
TaniaA
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was amazing, we will definitely be going back to this spot. Service and food were on point. Great portions, ambiance was great.
AR
ARIELS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as usual - came in with a 1 year old and 3 year old for mothers day. No problem, kid friendly, food is great. Management greeted us. Got a chance to relax with a beer for once as well. Will we come back - always.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
The service started off well. Got seated right away. The hostess and server were friendly. After that, we had to continually look for the server to help us, although the server remained friendly. We had ordered a carpaccio and another appetizer. One appetizer came, we finished it. Then a short time later, the server came over and told us they were out of Carpaccio. That was disappointing, but what’s more disappointing, was how long it took, from the time we ordered it, to be told they were out. My husbands Chicken Parm looked delicious, but unfortunately it wasn’t hot. It was room temp at best. He didn’t want to send it back because he was hungry and thought it would take too long to rectify. Thankfully it was still tasty, but would’ve been even better nice and hot. Overall, the experience was fair to good. We’ve experienced much better here. I would still give it another shot. Maybe it was just an off night.
AG
AngelicaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
There is always fast and courteous service. The food is consistently made to perfection. I recommend the lasagna and the scallops dish.
RT
RobertT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food once again. Service was great and parking convenient as well.
VF
VickieF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is excellent and service is great. It is on the loud side.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect.. seating was excellent it was full the brim a little noisy but over all food was excellent.. the one thing I didn’t like and needs to be worked on is the bar.. this is not a pub it’s a restaurant.. while we were waiting people at the bar were screaming across from each other while others were trying to talk.. but other then that the ambiance is nice..
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coggle
Orange County
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was hot and tasty as usual. Wine price was reasonable. We come here often.
CK
CaityK
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
LOVE this spot, such great food! A tad loud, but to be expected for a Friday night. The only thing Bruno’s is missing, is pizza on the menu :)
BG
BerthaG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious! Service was excellent! Their weekend fixed price menu is the best!
MR
MarionR
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the wait staff was wonderful. I would highly recommend Brunos Italian Kitchen to a friend.
LF
LuluandFamily
Orange County
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have dined here several times, the food is always well prepared and delicious. The restaurant was really very busy, but we were seated on time. The manager and hostess were very helpful, checking on us and taking drink & appetizer order, to assist the server. The server was very nice and efficient also.
DD
DukeD
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
very noisy . great service appetizers were great. I ordered Flat iron stake and that was not that good. not kids friendly.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience3
Service was terrible. No one came to our table for 15 minutes when we got there. The owner then came to apologize and we still didn’t get drinks or anything for another 15-20 minutes. Service was slow all night. Food was good.
FS
FredS
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and service. This is one of our favorite restaurants in the area.
B
Bandboss
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Service was pretty good, food was very good. The shock came when we found out what our relatively modest meal was costing. A little pricey?
SH
SeanH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was quick and kind and the food was delicious.
E
Etienne
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent value.very friendly helpful staff.old standard but tastefully done
CM
CyndiM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Sophia was great ! Her timing and follow up was spot on. We were able to enjoy each course at our own pace. And the food was delicious !
AJ
AJAX123
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent. They had great gluten free options for my fiancé. New favorite spot!
MB
MarkB
Orange County
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Food was really good and there was a lot of it. Great value, good service. Will return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
It was nice, not as diverse as I would’ve like but the staff was kind food was amazing!
e
earthangel
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It's always pleasant, great food and excellent service.
L
Lancaster
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is fantastic been eating here for awhile and it keeps getting better . The service fantastic , the food delicious , and the ambiance is spectacular couldn’t ask for a better date night spot , but could easily be a place to have a meaningful dinner with family.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bruno’s was an excellent choice for my birthday dinner! We ate early (4:30pm) which was perfect since it was before the mad rush for dinner service. The food was excellent, and the service was on point. The Pollo Parmigiana was top notch with linguini while my wife enjoyed the clams with linguini. Would highly recommend!
J
Joseb
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great communication and service would recommend to friends
AK
AndreaK
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would definitely recommend Bruno’s to anyone craving pasta or on a date night. I saw a few tables celebrating birthdays as well. The food was amazing and service was on point. I loved the bread, we also got some cocktails and a dessert at the end
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Bruno’s “wine-D down Wednesday” is a great deal and the food is delicious. We had the pappardelle Bruno, which is a short rib pasta dish and it was fantastic. Very authentic and savory. We stayed and chatted over coffee and tiramisu, which was also spectacular, and never felt rushed to vacate our table. They have some nice, innovative specialty drinks too. The Amalfi Spritz was refreshing. I will be trying that one at home too. Overall a great dining experience and an even better value for your money. Bookmarked in my Yelp and Open Table apps!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We can’t get enough of the wonderful gem ! We eat at least once a week !! Love love it

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks

FAQs

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

Brunos Italian Kitchen is rated 4.6 stars by 1615 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

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
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.
Private party contact
Don Myers: (714) 257-1000

Brunos Italian Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

Additional information

Chicken Parmesan Thursday

Lasagna Monday

Italian Classics Tuesday

Wine-d Down Wednesdays

Lasagna al Forno

Chicken Parmesan

Spaghetti &amp Meatballs

Appetizers

Arancini$9.50

Bruschetta di Pomodori$9.00

Mozzarella Burrata$14.00

Caesar$9.50

Fritto Misto$14.00

Cozze$14.00

Carpaccio$13.00

Salumi e Formaggi$18.00

Polpette$10.00

Entrees

Branzino$25.00

Bistecca 'Flat Iron'$26.00

Piccata di Pollo$19.00

Cioppino$24.00

Salmone$22.00

Pastas

Spaghettini alla Checca$17.00

Rigatoni Alfredo 2.0$18.50

Penne al Pesto$17.00

Fettuccine al Granchio e Gamberi$23.00

Pappardelle Bruno$21.00

Spaghetti e Polpette$18.00

Lasagna al Forno$18.50

Side Dishes

Polenta$6.00

Spinaci$6.00

Baby Heirloom Carrots$6.00

Broccolini$6.00

Patate Arrosto$6.00

Dessert

Tiramisu$7.50

Budino al Caramello$7.50

Italian Gelato$7.50

Brunos Limoncello$5.00

Espresso

Cappuccino$4.00

Espressso$4.00

Latte$4.00

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Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

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