If I could shout from rooftops to tell everyone how delicious the food is, I would! We went for dinner and discovered their "happy hour" yesterday! We were happily greeted by our server Gianna and the Bartender, both smiled and welcomed us. The food came quickly and at perfect temperatures. We discovered 'happy hour' while there and ordered from that menu since we like to share small plates. This happy hour is one of the best values in the Laguna Niguel area! The QUALITY of this food sets them apart from others! The restaurant itself is small and intimate with music on certain nights. We arrived at 4:15 so there were 4 people at the bar, and tables were open. We ordered a caesar salad, the calamari, and Pappardelle Bolognese, plus my hubbies favorite the famous 'giant' meatball starter topped with marinara and burrata, served in an all-clad skillet. The Caesar salad was just enough for my husband and was served cold with crisp romaine lettuce, fried capers, buttery croutons but it was the dressing that was really delicious! It was perfectly balanced, and we could actually taste the anchovies! Yum. That house-made huge meatball I mentioned is a blend of beef, pork, and veal, and one of the best meatballs in the area (and beyond), no exaggeration! As an Italian Nonna, I've been making meatballs for decades and this recipe is legit. The pappardelle is house-made by a friend of the owner. He spends time in his kitchen and you can absolutely taste it with every bite! The pasta was cooked perfectly and the bolognese was delightful, I could taste the richness and depth of flavors with a hint of wine. Yum. The calamari was perfect! I wonder if they soak the squid before breading them because it's so tender even the tentacles (which are my favorite part ) melt in your mouth! The batter is tasty and the breading had the perfect balance of spices that blended together nicely and it was served with a side of marinara and lemon wedges (the later is my preference.) The butter cake is house-made by the owner and decadently delicious, sooo yummy. We brought it home but ate the delicious ice cream on the side. This is a great little neighborhood ristorante and a favorite of many! It's a great place to eat 'alfresco' on the outdoor patio, or listen to music on Friday or Saturday night. Make a reservation as it not a large place. Buon appetito! read more

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We arrived at 5:00pm on a Friday and we were seated on the patio/outdoor area. Restaurant was mostly empty. There seemed to be enough people working but for whatever reason the service was incredibly slow. Our server would approach one table, then disappear, then return with one item. Them repeat. It was so bad I had to go inside and see what was going on. (20 min after receiving a drink) There were plenty of employees- mostly they were standing around. Our server was very nice- and the food was great, but management needs to figure out a system for serving that avoids 20 minutes delays before ordering. Our server was serving tables in and out of the restaurant and having a hard time at that. Finished our drinks before we were able to get her attention to order our dinner. read more

Nice local Italian restaurant in Laguna Niguel. We went on a Friday night so there was some live music, which was great. We brought our own wine ($20 corkage, which is reasonable). We then started with the Cesar Salad (5/5 great flavor, crisp fresh lettuce, light croutons, and plenty for two). For our mains, we had the lasagna (4/5 - good flavor and nice portion size) and the spaghetti with giant meatball (3/5 - pasta was good but the meatball was burnt to a crisp). Service was amazing (Lanelle was 6/5). I was a little surprised that they just do shaker Parmesan cheese (not fresh - at least for the pasta) and no bread for the table. Overall good experience. I would come back for the service, the salad and then try a different main. read more

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We ordered to go spaghetti with big meat ball and cheese pizza Food was enormously terrible and not what I remembered. Pasta sauce was sweet with no flavor and meat ball was all bread crumbs. We spent over $50, you have your nerve! Get it together or disappear read more

Omg god the bolognese ragu pasta is so wonderful and so is their pizza. We like Chicago style thin crust , it didn't disappoint. You must try their deserts too. Very friendly place also outside dining. read more

Happy Hour at Bricco is plentiful in portions. Quaint restaurant (inside) which feels it's a neighborhood restaurant. Customers seem to know the staff. We had the following food and each of the dishes were good American favorites comfort food: Caesar Salad, Fried Mozzarella, and Spaghetti Marinara. read more

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My wife and I stopped by here during happy hour. We ordered the spaghetti and marinara, fried mozzarella, and Caesar salad. All three dishes were great: robust flavors, fresh ingredients, well-prepared and very good-sized portions. And for happy hour prices that were very reasonable. My wife and I left full. The next time I go back for happy hour, I'll order one of their drinks, which are also reasonably priced. The hostess was very friendly and so was our waitress. Happy hour appears to be popular, as the restaurant was full. The ambiance was buzzy, high energy, people enjoying their meals and each other's company. This is a friendly, neighborhood-type restaurant. They also have music, although we didn't stay to listen to it. Definitely a place I'll return to. read more

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We are at Bricco almost every weekend -- it's become our go-to spot for great pizza and good vibes. We always sit at the bar, where the staff knows us by now and treats everyone like family. It's the kind of place where you instantly feel comfortable. We always get the New York-style pizza, half jalapeño and pineapple, and the other half pepperoni and sausage. It's the perfect combo of sweet, spicy, and savory -- and the crust is always thin, crisp, and perfectly charred from the oven. You can tell they really care about quality here. One of my favorite parts about Bricco is the live music. They often have cover singers doing classics -- think Elvis, Frank Sinatra, and other old-school favorites -- and it gives the whole place this fun, nostalgic energy that makes you want to linger a little longer. Whether we're just grabbing a drink and pizza at the bar or making a full night of it, Bricco never misses. It's easily one of the highlights of my weekend every time. read more

Bricco - Our fav wine - Pizza Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Overpriced, overrated and not competent. Pizza wasn't ready at the scheduled timeframe. This restaurant doesn't know the meaning of the words "lite bake". When eating the pizza, I noticed that the slices had burnt spots on the top and bottom of the pizza. This is amazing because the cook/chef said that he's never burned a pizza. Also, the crust that they use is frozen. read more

Because changing into going out clothes and driving sounded exhausting, we went with delivery instead. THE FOOD. - House Salad. The pile of mozzarella cheese and roasted red bell peppers are amazing! Oh, and the salad is fresh too. It serves at least two people (with second helpings if needed). - Deluxe Pizza. A nice balance of bold and fresh flavors. The pepperoni & sausage brought savoriness while the canadian bacon added a touch of sweetness. Red onions and roasted peppers gave a vibrant lift whereas the mushrooms and black olives grounded it with earthy, briny notes. Cheesy mozzarella and the boldness of Parmesan cheeses finish off this delicious pizza. - Build Your Own Pizza. He only wanted pepperoni & onions because life doesn't have to be complicated (his words, not mine). THE RETURN. I'd come back for more pizza and salad! read more

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Cute place for good food, generous pours, and live music! We came on a Friday night and got a lot of dishes to share. We got the calamari, bolognese, ceasar salad, linguine, and pizza along with wine & dessert. Everything tasted fresh and if you come for happy hour, you have an extensive food and drink menu to choose from. The live music was really nice and the service is excellent. read more

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Hubby was craving Cacio e Pepe, so I did a search on Yelp and this was the closest place that offered it. The reviews for their Cacio e Pepe seemed promising, so we decided to give it a shot. We ended up ordering our food to go. I called at 3:45pm to see if I could place the order for 4pm pick up, but they said no, and to call back at 4pm when they open. I wondered why they even picked up the phone in the first place? Hubby arrived at 4pm, placed the order for 2 Cacio e Pepe's to go, and it was ready in 15 min. When we opened up our food containers at home, we were pleased with the size and portion of the pasta, however they completely missed the mark on the flavor. I'll admit that we've had authentic Cacio e Pepe quite a few times in Italy, so we know what it should taste like. Unfortunately this was not it. First of all, the dish was very soupy and watered down. Typically Cacio e Pepe is creamy and consists of pecorino, pepper & butter. The pecorino and pepper were very light. We actually barely tasted any pecorino, but there was some type of cheese on it. The pepper was also very light, which is not typical for this dish. The pasta was unfortunately over-cooked (too soft) and not al dente. And last of all, Cacio e Pepe should be creamy, not watery and soupy. This review is solely based on the Cacio e Pepe dish, so please keep that in mind. We would consider returning to try their pizza or lasagna. They also seem to have a good happy hour menu. read more

Bricco - Cacio e Pepe to go - Pizza Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Pleasantly surprised at Bricco yesterday. A group of us went to dinner at this small but very clean, and chic restaurant. The food was great and delicious. The only reason for the 4 stars is that one person ordered a Chicken Salad and it took forever for it to come out. A couple of people were almost done eating when the salad came out. I was pleasantly surprised the menu was updated and added a vegan and gluten free dinner option. Bravo! I ordered the Kale and Mushroom Vegan Ravioli.... so good! The house salad can also be accommodated to be vegan. Wonderful! I was a happy camper! Our server was very kind, helpful, and polite. We'll definitely be back. Hopefully, next time will be a 5 start review. read more

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We came here for dinner tonight. The restaurant is small but they also have a tent outside that is very cute. Food was delicious and service was great. I had the chicken piccata and that was very good. The pasta was perfectly cooked, el dente, and it had a nice chewy texture. The zucchini was also very good and not overcooked. Hubby had the pappardelle pasta with bolognese (meat sauce with beef & pork) and he loved it. We had Diane as our server and she was wonderful. Staff is very well-trained here and everyone is so nice. There's also live entertainment on the weekends. The guy started out just singing but he changed into an Elvis Presley outfit later and did a fantastic job entertaining diners. read more

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I enjoyed the music and food was good. It does not have full liquor license yet so just beer and wine. I liked it and would go back but prefer a darker room setting as it's light and bright. Nice outdoor seating read more

My wife and I had a spur of the moment craving for some Italian and on the recommendation of some of the folks on her FB groups we decided to check out Bricco. Our server, Jennifer was wonderful. Attentive and personable. The outside seating was nice with a patio heater setup. I ordered the Blue Collar Chicago Style and my wife ordered the Alfredo and it was delish! We wrapped it up with the Nutella donut balls (lol) and had enough left over for the next three days! Forgot what the name was. Definitely coming back. Especially to check out the pizza and the different style crusts. The 14" seems to be the perfect size too. Excellent! read more

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The food was absolutely delicious. Our server Michelle was great & the ambiance was inviting. Our first time here and we can't wait to keep coming again and again. read more

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My second visit. Went on a Wednesday night. It was not too busy. The dining room was mostly full, and the patio was empty. We were greeted promptly, but the staff appeared stretched thin. It took about 5 minutes to be seated, despite no one being ahead of us. We ordered calamari shortly after sitting down. It arrived a very long 15 minutes. The portion size was reasonable, and the quality was very good. The marinara was served warm, and the arugula added a nice contrast in texture and flavor. This was the strongest part of the meal. When the calamari arrived, we placed our entrée order: a gluten-free pizza and two pasta dishes. The entrées arrived about 20 minutes later. There was a lot of waiting. Approximately 40 minutes worth (5 minutes to be seated, 15 minutes for the appetizer, and 20 minutes for entrées), which felt long given the overall crowd level. The pizza was very good, especially since it was gluten-free. The pasta dishes were below average. They were overcooked and soft, with sauce applied too heavily. We finished with tiramisu. It was good quality, though somewhat expensive. The total was $107.21 before tax and tip. The staff was friendly and professional throughout the visit. Service delays appeared related to staffing levels and kitchen pacing. Overall, this visit was inconsistent compared to my previous experience. Some items were strong, while others fell short, and service was slower than expected for the price point. P.S. The restaurant next door, Alo Asian Kitchen, was under renovation again when we left. At this point, this is probably the sixth or seventh remodel I've seen there. read more

Bricco - Pizza Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

We've been coming to this restaurant for the pleasant atmosphere and fine dining experience for several years now. Last Friday they had live music which was a plus. It gets a bit loud when you're seated inside so if you're considering this you may want to be seated in the outdoor (covered) patio. However, I'm taking off two stars for the following quality issues. 1. Wine - In my hometown it's not unreasonable to expect to see the bottle presented when decanted. In any case the wine tasted "off". When I inquired about the matter with our server I felt as though I was being brushed off. 2. Pasta - The linguini was rather odd, kind of mushy and round like a Play Doh machine was used to form it. Linguini is an Italian word that translates to "little tongues" referencing a long, flat pasta shape. Having visited Italy myself it may be unreasonable to compare Bricco's homemade pasta to Europe's. But I'm unsure if semolina flour made from durum wheat was used. Maybe it's just me, but I feel it's a reasonable expectation for the use of high-quality ingredients. All in all though this restaurant's price point is on par with Antonucci's and Domenico's on the Lake (in Mission Viejo) they need to work on their quality and consistency IMHO. read more

I meet a friend here for dinner once a month. All the food we've had here has been delicious, but I have to give special mention to their incredible Caesar Salad! First, it's more than enough for two to share, which we always do, so that we have room for an entree each, which we always end up taking half home. But the salad! The greens are always crisp, the dressing is flavorful and not so much that it overpowers the salad. But what sets it apart is the fried capers that are generously sprinkled over the whole thing! They add a little extra crunch and a little saltiness to this delicious salad. Highly recommended! read more

Such a lovely family restaurant. We sat outside in the Patio. And they have heat lamp. We ended up order a bottle of Decoy wine. The food was Delicious. Service was Excellent and very Attentive. We enjoyed it very much. And would come back for more. read more

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Pasta and giant meatball was amazing. Great service too. Small and quaint. We are anxious to see their new patio. Highly recommend.

Our favorite go to pizza place Last night, I tried their gluten-free pizza , I swear you couldn't even tell that it was gluten-free so good. You can have any toppings you want. I put lots of Parmesan cheese. It was delicious. Live music was amazing last night. read more

Bricco - Pizza Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Was looking for Italian food and ended up here. Plenty of free parking. Outdoor covered heated patio available. Bar seating options. The place is not huge. The food is excellent. The pasta is perfectly cooked and the pizza is hearty and huge. Service is ok only. They offer happy hour everyday from 4-530p as well which is awesome if you happen to fall into that time frame. Otherwise large pizzas are about $30 and pastas are $18-25. read more

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Another 5 star Laguna Niguel culinary experience - my husband and I went here last night as we've recently moved back to our home town and have been trying all the newer restaurants and this was next on our list. As an Italian myself, I have high expectations and Bricco certainly met them! Amazing Happy Hour deals we were able to snag with 10 minutes to spare - the bolognese specifically was incredible. I ordered the Tuscan from the normal pasta menu and wow. Insanely flavorful and rich without being overpowering or sickly. Very clean and calm vibes in there as well, next time I think we'll sit in the little outdoor area because it's so cute! Our server, though I forget her name, was just lovely- very attentive and conversational but let us enjoy our date as well without being overbearing. We took home plenty of leftovers too. Worth every penny and will certainly be returning soon. read more

We went on a Friday without a reservation and got seated right away. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and the outdoor area had heaters, which was great. There was also a live music band, and they were fantastic--such a fun vibe! The food was AMAZING! We had the Lasagna and Bolognese, and both were so delicious. The pasta is made from scratch, and you can totally taste the difference. For dessert, we got the Cannolis, and wow--they were heavenly! The service was awesome, and there's plenty of parking, which made everything super easy. Definitely recommend checking this place out! read more

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I will never be back after tonight. Made a reservation for inside and when we got there said only outside was available. The service was lacking and waited half hour just to take drink order. Menu is pricey and not what it used to be. read more

I've been coming to this place ever since it opened, and it continues to be one of my absolute favorite Italian spots. The chicken Parmesan is hands-down the best I've had--crispy, flavorful, and perfectly sauced every single time. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, which just adds to the charm of the place. They also serve wine, which is a nice bonus for a cozy dinner. It can get pretty crowded on weekends, so keep that in mind if you're planning to stop by--but honestly, it's worth the wait. I've held off on writing this review because I selfishly didn't want to make my favorite hidden gem even busier, but they truly deserve the recognition. Highly recommend! read more

Our first time to Bricco and the food was very good, loved the House salad and papardelle with bolognese sauce. Only reason we may not go back is, although the live entertainment was good, it was nearly impossible to have a conversation because it was SO loud. There is no reason to blast it so ridiculously loud. Lively is one thing, overbearing is another. read more

I love this restaurant. The owner Mully always makes sure all the pizzas are cooked to perfection. His employees are very respectful of him cuz he's honest and straight forward. Paula is family, I love her. I had steak with fried potatoes & vegetables. I also had calamari. Out of this world delicious I was going to order dessert it would have been tiramisu or NY cheesecake or the yellow buttery cake. Mully is the creator of all these delicious dessert. Come join us Friday 1/11/25 we had live music, it was Elvis impersonator. Scott was really one of the best impersonator. Friday & Saturday live music, please call in and ask who will be the singer that night. read more

Bricco's is cozy (yet modern!) and has indoor seating as well as a covered (heated) patio. Live music on Fridays and Saturdays, too! You walk in and feel at home immediately. And trust me when I tell you this is classic Italian comfort food!!! Chicago-Style Thin Crust Pizza here is the real deal. As a Chicago native, it's rare to find a place in California that gets it right but Bricco's thin crust pizza, loaded with sweet onions and sausage, is crisp and so flavorful. Another highlight was the Cacio e Pepe - finding one that's not dry isn't always easy, but Bricco's version is packed with freshly grated parmesan and plenty of cracked black pepper... trust me this pasta is anything but bland!! And one more mention is the spaghetti and meatballs. Bricco serves it up with one massive, melt-in-your-mouth meatball that's the size of your fist... still thinking about this dish!! Lastly, TRY THEIR HOMEMADE CHEESECAKE! They rotate flavors often, and the pumpkin cheesecake was quite honestly out of this world. Check this place out... great food, wine, ambiance, and staff. Shoutout to the owners, Jordan was the best! read more

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Service: excellent. Ambiance: excellent. Vibe: excellent. Good music. Nice, warm heaters outside for those slightly chilly OC nights. The food though???? OMG. DELICIOUS. DELICIOUS. DELICIOUS. We come for the chicken piccata, the chicken alfredo, and the PIZZA NYC style. The pizza is my FAVORITE pizza joint in all of the south OC. Come here. Eat. Enjoy. You won't be disappointed. read more

Service was phenomenal. Our waitress was great! The C5 pizza and arugula salad were top not h. Live music was so fun! Would definitely go back! read more

Nice little neighborhood restaurant! Cozy and comfortable. Nice menu, it's fairly small, with outside tented area. Everything we ordered was good. Service was just ok. They only had 2 servers for the whole restaurant. Good choice if your not on a schedule. read more

Bricco - Lasagna Yum! - Pizza Near Me - Laguna Niguel, California

Ordered pickup and they did not put the order in I guess. Had to wait forever when I got there. The bolognese pasta was not good at all. I couldn't even eat it. Noodles were soggy, 0 flavor, just overall bad.. read more

Came in last night for a friend's birthday dinner. No reservations. Got seated quickly. The only part that was odd to me is there were two parties waiting outside the front door. I wasn't sure if they already put their name down. I went inside to ask if I needed to put my name down but no one really said anything. There's no hostess stand either. A young lady said one minute so I just went back outside. New guests walked up and went inside to wait so it was a little confusing. Thankfully they weren't super busy because I could imagine it getting complicated. Anyway, we were seating quickly. Michelle was our server and she was great. We ordered the meatball appetizer and it was so good!! We shared the Arrabbiata pizza and pappardelle pasta and they brought out a free dessert for my friend's birthday. They have live music. A singer was in the back playing the piano. She was great! Can't wait to go back! read more

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We've driven by Bricco so many times and have always wanted to try this place. The restaurant is owned and operated by a father and son duo and is a nice neighborhood eatery. There are a lot of regular customers that dine here which tells you the food is good. Our first experience here was very enjoyable. Our server Paula was amazing! The restaurant itself is very small but they have a nice outdoor seating area with plenty of heaters. We ordered the bread loaf with herbs which came straight out of the oven and was delicious but the loaf was much smaller than we expected for $6. I only wish the bread and butter was complimentary as many Italian restaurants usually offer. For our starter we ordered the happy hour half size calamari which had a light batter and was fried perfectly. For our entrees we enjoyed the Lasagna and Cacio e Pepe which were both very good. We will definitely return here to see if their food quality and service is consistent with each visit which may bump up my overall rating. Prices are reasonably priced with the exception of the bread and they have good happy hour options. A nice neighborhood eatery. read more

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This place is one of our favorite local Italian options! We came across it on DoorDash and have been ordering from them ever since. Everything we've ever ordered from here is delicious, you literally can't go wrong. We love all the pastas, our top two favorites are the Pappardelle + Bolognese and the Alfredo pasta. You can taste the freshness in the noodles. All the pizzas are really good as well, perfect crust. Also, can't forget to try their meatballs and the cannoli's for dessert. read more

Bricco is the go to restaurant for authentic Italian, and a great experience! All their food is absolutely delicious, from starters to deserts, you won't be disappointed, and the waiters are very friendly and will make sure you enjoy every minute of your stay. I highly recommend to anyone who is craving quality, but a RELATIVELY low price. It's also a great place to impress guests Food: 9.4/10 Service: 9.7/10 Atmosphere: 9/10 read more

Great food and service Local family owned Meatballs not to be missed Support local! We want them to be a smashing success read more