Brunos Italian Kitchen

4.8 (2823)

$31 to $50

Italian

210 W. Birch Street, Brea, CA 92821

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Brunos Italian Kitchen

4.8

$31 to $50

Italian

Brea / La Habra

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2 people

7 Nov 2026

10:00 pm

Booked 52 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Contact
(714) 257-1000
Website
https://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

All Experiences

Lasagna Monday
1 - 4 people
Multiple dates available
$25 caesar salad, lasagna, & garlic bread. Available in-house only
Wine-d Down Wednesday
1 - 4 people
Multiple dates available
Enjoy 50% off ALL wines by the bottle AND 25% off all pasta dishes. Available in-house only.
Chicken Marsala or Cioppino Thursday
1 - 4 people
Multiple dates available
$29 Italian Chopped Salad or Caesar Salad, Chicken Marsala OR Cioppino, and Tiramisu. Available in-house only.

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OlivesUSD 7.00
house marinated mixed olives
FormaggioUSD 14.00
selection of artisanal Italian cheeses / condiments
AranciniUSD 10.00
risotto balls / porcini mushrooms / smoked mozzarella / fresh herbs / marinara sauce
Bruschetta di PomodoriUSD 12.00
cherry tomatoes / homemade ricotta / arugula / pesto / grilled ciabatta
Mozzarella BurrataUSD 16.00
roasted heirloom beets / baby arugula / balsamic vinaigrette / hazelnuts / grilled ciabatta
CaesarUSD 13.00
whole leaf romaine / white anchovies / 'oil & vinegar' caesar dressing / parmesan
Fritto MistoUSD 16.00
shrimp / squid / green beans / grilled lemon / fresh herb aioli
Cozze e VongoleUSD 15.00
steamed PEI mussels & manilla clams / roasted tomatoes / garlic / fresh herbs / prosecco / chili flakes
CarpaccioUSD 16.00
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 12.00
Nonna Maria's slow braised meatballs / tomato sauce / pecorino chianti
Italian Chop SaladUSD 14.00
romaine / tomato / salame / mozzarella / olives / red peppers / parmesan / balsamic vinaigrette

Entrees

Pollo ParmigianaUSD 24.00
parmesan breaded chicken breast, mozzarella, spaghettini, marinara and broccolini
CapesanteUSD 36.00
pan-seared diver scallops / saffron risotto / asparagus / pancetta / tomato / citrus vinaigrette
BranzinoUSD 28.00
pan seared mediterranean sea bass fillets / lemon-caper broth fresh spinach
Bistecca 'Flat Iron'USD 34.00
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 23.00
manilla clams, garlic, white wine, calabrian chili and fresh herbs
Orecchiette alla SalsicciaUSD 21.00
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 23.00
mezza rigatoni / cream / pancetta / trumpet mushrooms smoked mozzarella / parmesan
Penne al PestoUSD 19.00
homemade basil & arugula pesto / ricotta / toasted pine nuts / pecorino chianti
Fettuccine al Granchio e GamberiUSD 26.00
crab & shrimp / lemon-basil cream sauce / broccollini / citrus roe
Pappardelle BrunoUSD 25.00
chianti braised short ribs / roasted mushrooms / hand made pappardelle
Spaghetti e PolpetteUSD 22.00
Nonna Maria's meatballs / tomato & fresh herb sauce / fresh basil / parmigiano
Lasagna al FornoUSD 22.00
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

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Brunos Italian Kitchen.

4.8

(2823)

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

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Bruno's Italian Kitchen is a culinary delight, praised for its "exceptional food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "best calamari" and consistently "amazing" pasta dishes. The ambiance is vibrant, and the staff is attentive, ensuring a memorable dining experience. A "hidden gem" perfect for both casual outings and special celebrations.

2,823 Reviews

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Elizabeth
Orange County2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was very friendly, food was good. The special event nights make it a good value . Shrimp and crab pasta is my favorite dish .
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Victor Gold
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great people and great costumer service. Servers and mangers make you feel at home.
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Matthew
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place is incredible. Best calamari I have ever had is at brunos. Our pasta dish with shrimp and crab is amazing and consistently good. The bread with oil and vinegar is addictive. Our waiter was incredible and management often stops by to see how everything is going. This restaurant sets the bar for Italian food. A hidden gem!
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Elizabeth
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
OUR GRANDSON SUGGESTED BRUNOS FOR DINNER. HE TOLD US THIS WAS THE BEST PLACE HE EVER ATE. THE FOOD WAS EXCEPTIONAL AND BETTER THAN ANY OTHER ITALIAN PLACE THAT WE WENT TO. WE WILL DEFINATELY GO THERE MORE OFTEN!!!
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Sandra
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Remarkable food and outstanding service. The made-from-scratch pasta was perfectly cooked, the table bread was delicious, and the cocktails were perfectly crafted. Everything was wonderful from start to finish—we can’t wait to come back!
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Hector
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food has always been great and Aaron is the best.
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Lucy Gold
Orange County11 reviews
2.0
Dined on 12 October 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
We normally have a pleasant experience at Bruno's since we're regular clients and dine there almost every weekend. Unfortunately, this time we were disappointed with their service. Aqua Pana bottles are charged the same price regardless of difference in sizes. The explanation they gave us was almost humorous but none of us were laughing. I also need to make a suggestion. Beers should be served cold and there's no excuse for a restaurant of this size and caliber, not to provide cold beer glasses upon request. The manager tried to rectify the water bottle issue by refunding an $8 fee from our check. We still left with a" bitter" taste in our mouths.
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David
Greater Boston4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've eaten at Brunos Italian Kitchen on multiple occasions and the food, service and overall experience has been consistently outstanding. I've made reservations each time and that's been helpful as (on weekend evenings) the restaurant has been quite full. The service has been excellent during each visit where the server checks in regularly to ensure that everything is going smoothly. I've eaten the Pappardelle Bruno, Spaghetti e Polpette and Lasagna and they've all been excellent.
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Chantell
Orange County26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The lasagna is our go to and always delicious. The complimentary bread with vinegar and olive oil is so fresh and the bread is hot. The wine is always great, we get the Pinot noir and it’s great an amazing combination with the lasagna. The meatballs and spaghetti are delicious! Don’t know what they do but it’s amazing for being thought of as a simpler Italian dish. Great overall visit and amazing food.
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Catey
Orlando / Central Florida East1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our favorite spot, especially on Wednesdays! The staff is so attentive and friendly. The food is delicious, fresh, and comes out FAST.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Contact
(714) 257-1000
Website
https://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

FAQs

Brunos Italian Kitchen fills up on peak nights, Saturday evenings and busy holidays like Valentine’s Day see lines and a lively crowd, while Sunday evenings and some weeknights (or lunch visits) tend to feel quieter and easier to walk in.

Yes, Bruno’s offers outdoor seating, including a covered patio that can be enclosed and a few sidewalk tables out front, both enjoyed by guests across multiple visits.

Brunos Italian Kitchen feels warm and inviting with rustic, old‑world touches, exposed brick and an open kitchen; it’s a cozy, date‑night friendly spot that can get quite lively on busy evenings.

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed; many guests dress up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions at Bruno’s.

Wednesdays are a sweet spot, Brunos runs Wine Wednesday/weekday pasta deals and guests report enjoying a midweek visit; weekend evenings (especially Saturdays and holiday nights) tend to be the busiest.

Yes, Bruno’s is regularly chosen for family gatherings and celebrations, and guests note staff and the manager warmly engaging with children during visits.

Guests report that dogs are welcome on Bruno’s small patio, several reviewers mention dogs dining there alongside guests.

Wednesday is a top pick for midweek deals and pasta, guests mention Wednesday pasta discounts and Wine Wednesday, while Sunday stands out for the restaurant’s Lasagna Sunday special.

Guests commonly describe portions as generous and satisfying, with several reviewers saying the pastas and lasagna left them comfortably full.

Yes, Brunos Italian Kitchen is frequently recommended for date nights and special occasions, with many guests calling it a favorite spot for anniversaries and intimate dinners.

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Brunos Italian Kitchen

4.8

$31 to $50

Italian

Brea / La Habra

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2 people

7 Nov 2026

10:00 pm

Booked 52 times today

Brunos Italian Kitchen

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Brunos Italian Kitchen

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Lasagna Monday

Wine-d Down Wednesday

Chicken Marsala or Cioppino Thursday

Appetizers

OlivesUSD 7.00

FormaggioUSD 14.00

AranciniUSD 10.00

Bruschetta di PomodoriUSD 12.00

Mozzarella BurrataUSD 16.00

CaesarUSD 13.00

Fritto MistoUSD 16.00

Cozze e VongoleUSD 15.00

CarpaccioUSD 16.00

Salumi e FormaggiUSD 18.00

PolpetteUSD 12.00

Italian Chop SaladUSD 14.00

Entrees

Pollo ParmigianaUSD 24.00

CapesanteUSD 36.00

BranzinoUSD 28.00

Bistecca 'Flat Iron'USD 34.00

CioppinoUSD 28.00

SalmoneUSD 25.00

Pastas

Linguine alla VongoleUSD 23.00

Orecchiette alla SalsicciaUSD 21.00

Penne PrimaveraUSD 19.00

Rigatoni Alfredo 2.0USD 23.00

Penne al PestoUSD 19.00

Fettuccine al Granchio e GamberiUSD 26.00

Pappardelle BrunoUSD 25.00

Spaghetti e PolpetteUSD 22.00

Lasagna al FornoUSD 22.00

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

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