Il Brutto

Il Brutto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Shelby

   Houston2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Food was amazing, definitely the highlight of the experience! I would not recommend sitting at the bar for your first visit. After our experience, it would seem like sitting at a table with a server would feel less rushed and more of an in-depth dining experience. It seemed like the bartender was spread a little thin and was not the most welcoming or friendly. The cocktails could’ve been better and the ambience and decor Would not fit most people‘s idea of Italian or the idea of dining at an Italian restaurant. 
   

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   Maria VIP

   Austin5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing as always! Great wine, amazing food and fun atmosphere.
   

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   Ron

   Austin12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Il Brutto is a favorite of mine, we love every item on the menu. The general manager Charity takes care of everything and its so nice for the Chef Erand to make the rounds and tell us about the meal! Great Experience.
   

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   Troy

   Austin14 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 2

   Mixed feelings about this place. Pasta dishes were very good and perfectly executed. But way too small and over priced. Left hungry. Cool interior but the tables are too close together and it was very noisy with tables next to us being so loud we couldn't even hear each other. Again, the food tasted great, but was very expensive for what was served. Probably will not be back.
   

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   Sean VIP

   Raleigh7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The lasagna was unbelievable. And Chad the server was adorable!
   

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   Kaitlyn

   Austin6 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   The atmosphere is cool. They have a nice patio. The lamb ragú was a 7/10. My mom got the gnocchi which had no flavor- 5/10. They did replace it though with the agnolotti, which I appreciated. 7/10. The pasta portions didn’t really fill me up tbh. The server was not very warm or friendly, but service was fairly quick. I would go back if someone else is paying lol.
   

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   Will

   Atlanta7 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   We had a reservation and were seated promptly - that's where the positives began and ended. Took 15 min for someone to acknowledge we were at the table and another 5 before any wter was even offered/brought. The water glasses were small and when we asked to leave the bottle of water at the table we were told they couldn't do that - really???? Our waiter was absolutely clueless. When asked any questions all he could say was "I think so..." We ordered drinks (alcohol), and two appetizers to start. The drinks were the most watered down I have ever experienced in my life. The appetizers were avg at best. When the main course arrived they were the smallest portions and I thought maybe they were kid sized. The Cacio e Pepe was over cooked, the lasagna was also over cooked, and my wife's lamb ragu was not hot, but more tepid in temperature. Again, throughout the meal the waiter was non existent. I seriously question the legitimacy of the reviews. This was the worst meal/experience I've had for as long as I can remember. Needless to say we will not be returning.
   

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   Pat VIP

   Greater Boston8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great spot to hang on the patio, solid food, burrata very good.
   

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   Andrea

   Austin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful space with excellent service, great drinks, and a small but delicious menu. Everyone at the table enjoyed their meal, but the pizza and the lasagna were favorite entrees, while the prosciutto was the most popular appetizer, followed closely by the heirloom tomatoes with burrata and the burrata crostini (don't fear the anchovies — they were quite mild and added non-fishy flavor). Dark chocolate gelato was the big dessert hit. My only knock is how loud it is inside. I could barely hear the folks directly across from me, and we are a family known for louder voices. Some sound-absorbing features would help facilitate conversations over what is an excellent meal!
   

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    Rachel

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We went to dinner at Il bruto for my friends birthday and couldn’t have had a better experience. The waiter was fun and playful and made her feel special, the food was incredible. Only sad part is they were out of the fig pizza.
    

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