Barolo Italian Cafe
| Address: | 13771 Newport Ave #9, Tustin, CA 92780, USA |
| Phone: | +1 714-734-8882 |
| Site: | barolocafe.net |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | Closed 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 5–10PM 5–9PM |
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Chelsea Madren
Carpaccio ($10.95) is thinly sliced raw beef topped with grana cheese, capers, and olive oil. It is the perfect marriage of the sweet raw beef, salty cheese, briny capers, and just a smidgen of lemon juice. You don’t need to eat all of the capers, just add some to your liking. Rating: 4/5 Calamari Fritti ($10.95) is a very generous portion. It is very lightly breaded like tempura so the outside gets crispy but not golden brown. The calamari is so tender. The sauce has a robust kick and works really well with the calamari. Rating: 4.5/5 Veal Marsala ($16.95) is thinly sliced veal in Marsala wine sauce with mushrooms. The veal is very tender and has a very light beef flavor. The Marsala has a luscious consistency and coats the meat and mushrooms just right. Mushrooms are fresh, spongy, and have an earthy flavor. The sautéed vegetables are a great accompaniment with bright, fresh-picked flavor. Rating: 4/5 Fettuccine con Scampi e Fungi ($19.95) is shrimp, mushrooms, and fettucine tossed in a tomato cream sauce. The sauce really makes this dish pop with just the right amount of seasoning to bring the shrimp, mushrooms, and fettucine together in a harmonious dance of flavors. The mushrooms add a rustic, earthy component. The shrimp are perfectly cooked and plump with a nice snap. It is a very healthy portion with enough to take home for another meal. Rating: 4.5/5 Cannoli is handmade and filled to order. The cannoli shell is crispy and not too hard like a good cannoli should be. The creamy mascarpone cheese is not super sweet. The chocolate chips and the fresh fruit add a decadent layer of flavor – sweet chocolate and sweet, tart berries. Rating: 5/5
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Michael Travis
So if you are looking for authentic Italian food, the kind you would actually find in Italy, this place is the ultimate hidden secret. The chef, Giuseppe, is from Italy and cooks some of the most amazing dishes. In addition to all the standard Italian fare, there are specials each week which are always unique and top-notch. They make all of their own pasta on site an the sauces are authentic and delicious. Nothing from a jar here. You simply will not find any other restaurant with genuine, authentic Italian like this place. There are also many, many regulars here who are from Italy itself and make special requests. You know that is a good sign! There are many home-style and gourmet dishes that you cant find anywhere else. Highly recommended. The food is great!
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Susie Dunnigan
Eating here is like going somewhere for a home cooked meal. Youre served by wonderful people while in view of the chef making your dinner. They have an extensive wine list and the servers do a great job of recommending a fabulous wine based on our food choice (and mood). The portions are big, the ingredients are fresh, the menu ( and daily specials) are varied with wonderful selections and the chef is willing to tweak things a bit on request. The dining room is clean and quaint, the music is Italian. They fill up quickly so get there early or make reservations. This is truly our " go to" restaurant of choice. Enjoy!
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Onur Can
Wow the food here was disgusting. The cheese wasnt even real Parmesan cheese, it was some sort of saw dust. The calamari wasnt fresh and their osso buco (daily special) was bland. Nothing tastes good here. We didnt even attempt to finish our food, thats how bad it was. We immediately asked for the check and booked it. Please dont come here and dont trust the positive reviews.
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Keith Parker
We took a Girls Club BB team to Barolo based on location and reviews and had one of the very vest group dinning experiences ever. All the elements were there. Nice ambience particularly for a strip mall location, service was excellent and very accommodating, and most impprtant all the food was fantastic. Will defiantly be back when in town.
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Ryan Rigsbee
What a great place for lunch. My wife and I ate here a few weeks ago, the portions were huge, and the food quality was excellent. Cant wait to go back and try Barolo for dinner. Spotted the Katnik Brosthers (local real estate folks) a few tables over.
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Ryan McMillen
Absolutley divine. We stop here every time we are in town, every dish is made with love. Authentic Italian cuisine, Giuseppe is a fantastic chef and delivers beyond anything you can imagine. Please stop in and enjoy a home cooked Italian meal.
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Paul Iverson
Fair Italian fare. Food ranges from flavorful (Chicken Cardinale) to downright bland (ravioli with vodka sauce). Atmosphere is quite pleasant and quaint and bread + salad is decent. However, bland flavoring does not justify high prices.
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A Private User
First lunch with the boss. This is very traditional Italian food made with love. Oh, its a bit pricey but if you go, youre paying for authentic cuisine, great service and a nice ambiance.
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A Private User
We went twice with mediocre service from a disinterested wait person and food that was only fair. Sorry to burst your bubble but, I would not waste the time. Look elsewhere.
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Bryan Meinken
One of the best Italian dinners Ive had. The service was great, the bread, the dinner salad and the chef made one of my favorite pasta dishes. I highly recommend
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Shanti Pincock, Ph.D
Such a find! Excellent authentic Italian food to die for!! The homemade to order risotto made my heart sing. Service was wonderful, food was amazing.
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Aimee Okerstrom
Excellent authentic Italian in a wonderful, cozy little hidden gem. Highly recommended! Staff was attentive & the food magnificent! Ty
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Colin T McGrane
Amazing italian dishes and phenomenal service. Large portions and fresh ingredients make this intimate family restaurant a must!
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Jenny Carter
The food was great and so was our server. Giuseppe was grouchy - even after we personally thanked him for the great meal!!
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Jillian Bennett
Great family restaurant. Pasta always cooked well, never overcooked. Great gnocchi, chicken cardinale and fish:)
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Marsha Owen
Used to really enjoy this place, but last couple times it has just been o.k. No longer find it worth it.
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Rai Osborne
Hearty Italian food. Small restaurant, need to get there early.
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A Private User
Lovely setting, great Italian food, beautiful service
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Eric Blackshaw
Great little Italian restaurant, with excellent food
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Juan Diaz
Great Italian food and the service was fantastic.
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Maria Vargas
The Greatest Restaurant ever for Italia Food
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Gary Mann
Wonderful fish and pasta
