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Established in 1992, this independently operated authentic Italian restaurant and quaint “hidden gem” is a long-time neighborhood favorite dining spot located in Tustin, California. Now celebrating our 26th Anniversary, Barolo Café offers a large selection of daily specials such as fresh fish, osso buco, cioppino, homemade ravioli, lamb chops, risotto and more. Barolo Cafe offers custom catering and special events. Barolo Cafe delivers a taste of authentic Italiano in the heart of downtown Tustin, California. An authentic, quaint neighborhood favorite, Barolo Café is truly a “hidden gem” and leader in authentic Italian cuisine.
Long-standing, family-run eatery for pasta, pizza & other Italian staples in a quaint setting.
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 13771 Newport Ave #9, Tustin, CA 92780
Phone: (714) 734-8882
Website: http://www.barolocafe.net/
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Reviews
Gloria Park
Needs to be gatekept but this is the best Italian food I’ve ever eaten. The seafood pasta is amazing, their red wine is amazing. Tiramisu was light and beautiful.
Chef/owner is the real deal- he’s playing with fire in the kitchen.
Sound level is perfect.
Go with great company and you will have the best evening.
… moreChef/owner is the real deal- he’s playing with fire in the kitchen.
Sound level is perfect.
Go with great company and you will have the best evening.
Bill Lin
Barolo Italian Cafe is a low profile but authentic Italian restaurant here at Tustin area. Their cooking style is like a passionate artist, you feel the different layers of taste they’re trying to deliver to me, even the side Salad, simple but flavorful.
For main course, ordered their seafood spaghetti, or should I say seafood soup with noodles; at my first bite, the tasty sauce (soup) amazed me, at my 2nd bite, was surprised to find out that except salmon, they put in cod, which is very rarely found; as I put in the house chili oil, this spaghetti immediately won my 5 star, as the chili oil brought out all the essentials of seafood.
Strongly recommend this place!!!
… moreFor main course, ordered their seafood spaghetti, or should I say seafood soup with noodles; at my first bite, the tasty sauce (soup) amazed me, at my 2nd bite, was surprised to find out that except salmon, they put in cod, which is very rarely found; as I put in the house chili oil, this spaghetti immediately won my 5 star, as the chili oil brought out all the essentials of seafood.
Strongly recommend this place!!!
prezelonline
Overall ⭐⭐⭐⭐½☆ (4.5/5)
Environment ⭐⭐⭐⭐½☆
beautiful interior with an open kitchen.
Food ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
• Mozzarella Caprese ⭐⭐⭐½☆
Pretty average—nothing bad
• Bread ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
Fine
• Seafood Linguini (Daily Special) ⭐⭐⭐⭐½☆
Generous amount of seafood, very fresh, and the tomato sauce was rich and full of flavor.
Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Very affordable for the quality and portion size. At this price point, it’s hard to complain.
Will I come back?
Yes
… moreEnvironment ⭐⭐⭐⭐½☆
beautiful interior with an open kitchen.
Food ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
• Mozzarella Caprese ⭐⭐⭐½☆
Pretty average—nothing bad
• Bread ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
Fine
• Seafood Linguini (Daily Special) ⭐⭐⭐⭐½☆
Generous amount of seafood, very fresh, and the tomato sauce was rich and full of flavor.
Value ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Very affordable for the quality and portion size. At this price point, it’s hard to complain.
Will I come back?
Yes
Justin Hille
This place cooks proper Italian food. If you like Italian and are in the area stop by.
The owner is fantastic. Understands his craft. You can see into kitchen from the 3 stools at the bar. I love this because they have nothing to hide.
I personally love taking my family here for a bite.
Best Italian food in this area hands down.
Kindly
J
… moreThe owner is fantastic. Understands his craft. You can see into kitchen from the 3 stools at the bar. I love this because they have nothing to hide.
I personally love taking my family here for a bite.
Best Italian food in this area hands down.
Kindly
J
Dave Jones
I can’t say enough good. The people are so awesome the food is so amazing. If I lived around here I’d have a serious problem.
… moreArlene Lum
Had lunch today with husband and came due to good Yelp reviews. Despite the great service, it did not measure up to the 4.5*s on Yelp, not sure if we ordered the wrong things.
We started with the bruschetta which was very good! Nice savory cherry tomatoes on toasted baguette. The complimentary focaccia bread was excellent. Salads were good. However the main dishes of Seafood Linguine Special and the Shrimp Pasta were terrible. Although generous portions, these dishes were severely lacking in flavor! It was worse than cafeteria food. We tried throwing in Parmesan cheese, no improvement. Added salt, but no impact on the flavor. It’s like everything on the plate was boiled without any seasonings and then tossed in a watery sauce. We were shocked, and disappointed. We wanted to like it based on the Yelp reviews but found it very overrated for what we ordered.
Needless to say we are not likely to come again, despite the good beginnings of the meal.
… moreWe started with the bruschetta which was very good! Nice savory cherry tomatoes on toasted baguette. The complimentary focaccia bread was excellent. Salads were good. However the main dishes of Seafood Linguine Special and the Shrimp Pasta were terrible. Although generous portions, these dishes were severely lacking in flavor! It was worse than cafeteria food. We tried throwing in Parmesan cheese, no improvement. Added salt, but no impact on the flavor. It’s like everything on the plate was boiled without any seasonings and then tossed in a watery sauce. We were shocked, and disappointed. We wanted to like it based on the Yelp reviews but found it very overrated for what we ordered.
Needless to say we are not likely to come again, despite the good beginnings of the meal.
Pang
A great little place. We had wonderful dinner here. Our first visit, we went with our server’s specials of the day. Mixed grilled plate…sea bass, halibut, salmon, tuna and shrimp, seafood linguine , and pork chops with roasted garlic. All came with salad and bread. All dishes were piping hot, seafood dishes were excellent and super fresh. Servers were attentive. I think we found our new favorite Italian restaurant.
… moreFrank Patti
Cafe Barolo offers the finest menu of Italian food my family has ever had. My grandparents came to this country by way of Ellis island in the early 1900’s and even my grandparents would have been impressed with the cuisine. Seafood, pasta, lamb, and beef dishes are nicely served with homemade pasta dishes and a wonderful wine selection. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the service is amazing.
… moreJennifer Bustamante
The food was delicious and the service was great. My first time eating here and it did not disappoint. I had the seafood pasta, salad & the complimentary bread. The bread here was delicious and very soft. Definitely coming back here
… moreTanshi Mohan
Lovely service, house-made tiramisu, and delicious pasta. Almost everything could be made vegetarian as well, so great if you have parties with mixed dietary preferences. My favorite dish was the tortellini boscaiola; light, creamy, and the mushrooms are well cooked and seasoned
… more