This past Saturday for Valentine's Day, a few friends and I went to Bruno's Barbecue & Grill in Scotts Valley and we had such an amazing time! From the moment we walked in, the staff was welcoming and accommodating. We asked if we could sit upstairs near the band, and they immediately made it happen for us. That alone set the tone for the night -- no hesitation, just great service. Sitting upstairs by the live band made the whole experience even better. The energy was fun, lively, and perfect for a Valentine's celebration with friends. We were able to enjoy the music, laugh, and really soak in the atmosphere. The customer service was amazing all around -- attentive, friendly, and on point the entire night. And the food? Incredible. Everything we ordered hit. I can confidently say this might be my new go-to spot for special occasions or even just drinks with friends. Great vibes, great food, and great service. We'll definitely be back! read more

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The best kind of neighborhood bar! Bruno's is such a happy and lively place with so much community. I especially recommend their trivia night on Tuesdays for a fun and happy time. The girl that runs it always has everyone dancing and singing, and she comes up with great questions. Food is good and people are very friendly. Plenty of choices at the bar. The restaurant itself is huge and offers normal meal service as well as lots of fun events. read more

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We had a fantastic lunch at Bruno's Bar & Grill. Our furry kids were welcome on the lovely rooftop deck and they were promptly greeted by the staff and given a large water bowl. Madison (our server) was super attentive and on top of everything. I had a gorgeous Ahi Tuna Salad with a sesame ginger dressing. The tuna was very fresh, and came with spring mix, peppers, avocado, tomatoes and carrots and topped with wonton crisps. Delicious!!! My husband ordered the Bruno's burger and he ordered it with a side salad instead of the normal fries. The burger was huge, and our dog kept eyeing it - he was so jealous! Bottom line - Bruno's is terrific. I'd love to check out the speakeasy some night, but of course since the dogs are not 21, we'll have to leave them at home. read more

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The food was delicious and the ambience was incredibly quirky and fun! The staff was so friendly and helpful. You can tell they work for great people and love their jobs! A special thank you to our wait person name Laney, she was delightful. The ribs literally melted off the bones and they were NOT at all greasy! The three sauces ( had to sample all of them) were amazing. read more

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We love Bruno's! They are pet friendly which is such a plus for us. The service is pretty consistent! We love the patio and lounge upstairs. We have been multiple times and love the food. read more

I came here years ago & had such a wonderful experience & meal. I brought my hubby for Father's Day during a visit. Still delish! Attentive & kind servers. The Artichoke app is Devine!!! The vibe & view was lovely!! read more

Good food and service. Great hamburgers and salads. Haven't eaten upstairs outside but the deck upstairs is nice on a warm night.

Amazing amazing amazing. This is genuinely the best spot for a beer and burger in the 831. Our server was hilarious. The food came out fast. You literally feel like you're fine dining but for half the price! The upstairs patio is beautiful. Cold night? They have fires in the middle of all the tables! I couldn't ask for a better dinner experience honestly. Dress up, or dress down doesn't matter here! read more

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I stopped in with a friend to check out this spot for the first time and we had a wonderful time. First, I love the fact that this spot is multiple experiences in one. Downstairs, there's a family style American restaurant and a bar with its own separate entrance. Upstairs there's a cute little enclosed bar called the Vault (small, lounge style) and a larger sports bar with some games and lots of TVs. We ate downstairs at the restaurant. Our waiter, Elias, was welcoming, friendly and patient with us as we asked questions and engaging in appropriate and friendly conversation. The entire menu looked great and we went with a Notorious BLT burger with fries, and the Vally Dip prime rib au jus sandwich on gluten free bread with garlic fries. The fries were cooked to perfection. My only feedback would be to toss the garlic fries (we just had garlic clumps on top of the fries). The burger and steak sandwich were delicious! The burger tasted flame-broiled in a wonderful (and nostalgic way). The burger was very filling! The prime rib sando was also very tasty. I enjoyed their gluten free bun (it was soft). I did feel like the ratio of prime rib to bread was off and there could have been more meat (I would order double meat if I went back). The horseradish cream was not overly spicy. In terms of the seating and ambiance overall well done with minor suggestions - the booth backs felt like they were at a sharp 90° angle which was slightly awkward, and were thin enough so that everytime the person behind moved their back against their seat I could feel it on my back (kinda like airplane seats). Love the tree in the middle, and the aesthetics overall! I would suggested turning off the lamps that are hanging around the tree for two reasons: 1) dimmer lighting (but not too dark) and 2) the light bulbs bounce off the inside of the metal lampshade into the peripheral eyesight and can be a bit annoying. All in all I would continue coming back to Bruno's to try more items on the menu - I'd love to try their meat plates and their wings! read more

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This was my first time ever going to the particular restaurant and I knew about Eric's deli being in the same plaza, but I had no idea how long/how big this plaza was and how it wrapped around towards the back. Which is exactly where the particular restaurant is!! It was a pleasant surprise to have a holiday party here, and I rather enjoy the food and entertainment! Not to mention the double wide staircase and the old-fashioned attire/environment of this saloon style bar! It had that old country western style yet still modern! The upstairs bar was very warm and cozy and I really liked their seasonal drink. Menu drinks were only $14 for the specialty ones which isn't too bad considering all the crazy inflation prices!they had a lot of Santa Cruz wines on hand which I always favor over box name brands! The food was delicious as well and I had chicken Parmesan! I will definitely be back here again! read more

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Okay I have to give it up. I LOVE spicy food and rarely do I feel the heat from something listed as spicy. Fire in the Hole has some serious kick. Didn't blow me away but it was a damn good burger. The portions are solid, the prices are fair and the staff was on it. The main dining area has a strange vibe it's hard to explain but it isn't terrible. I would absolutely return here in the future when visiting the area read more

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The decor doesn't match the interior so it's a little disjointed. The wall decor is more beachy/tiki and the tables were more fancy. The food options were good and the portions were large. The pricing was pretty good as well. The customer service was great. We tried the ahi salad and Tri tip steak salad. Both salads were pretty good. They have events there during the month so that fun. Worth trying! read more

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Amazing burger of epic size. Great date spot; I was able to have a special unwrapping and share a glorious meal with my dude.

Came here for dinner with a group of four. We were seated upstairs, but no one came by for quite a while. Eventually, a kind waitress noticed us and immediately stepped in to help she was great once she took over. Food wise, it was a bit underwhelming. The burgers were very plain with no condiments, and the pesto chicken lacked much flavor even after adding mayonnaise. The food was not great. The biggest surprise was the bill. A 20% gratuity was automatically added for our group of four, (large group service fee) which we found unusual since that's typically reserved for larger parties. The bar atmosphere itself is fun and lively, but the food and service experience didn't quite match the vibe. read more

Great spot to watch games! The atmosphere is super cute. Menu prices are in line with most okay priced places ($18 for a burger/fries). $12 drink specials. Service was pretty decent as well. The only reason for not 5 stars is that on the menu it says you can sub lettuce wrap or Beyond burger and does not say that there is a $2 upcharge. Pretty annoying even though it's $2. read more

Such a cool place! Really enjoyed the food and the staff was very friendly. It is kind of tucked away, so I didn't even realize it was there! Reply to owner: For whatever reason I can't reply to your comment. I found you researching venues for our wedding rehearsal dinner! Will be reaching out to schedule :) read more

The staff are so dang friendly. Our server, Cam, was so outgoing, funny, friendly and helpful. Hold on to that guy!!! The food is delicious. I had the tri tip, brisket, candied bacon and sweet potato fries all were great! My wife had the veggie grill and loved it. We sat outside and had a little fire pit table which was awesome. read more

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Went to Bruno's for lunch with family Had a great experience! Food was excellent, great atmosphere, and the best was our waitress/bartender Staci. She's the kind of employee who makes you want to come back again! And back again we shall be!! read more

Food good service in front out standing. However the bartender at the back. I enjoy the night life. Many any stories. Many many good and real moments. Extraordinary not a good vibe. Not with the community. So it is. Many years fishing in Loch lomond. 1974....the bartender is a instructor of " full of something" Jokes is it? Or just frustrated with life which eminated through his role....we have as working class...we all suffer yet to be funny pants with use who work pay and tithe.. To be rude and completely withdrawn with Rockstar and vodka?? That is not acceptable. I will never go there again. I kept my cool rude guy...cracking mellow melons not i. Season in front of strong community however what a shame read more

Great ambiance owner was very nice gave us a tour . The vault was a vibe with great music and drinks . Thank you Jessica for a great experience. read more

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After many years of dinning at Bruno's I thought it time for a review !! My wife and I stopped in for lunch yesterday and we were quickly greeted and seated! The temperature was perfect inside as it was a warm day ! Our seats and table were very clean and I noticed how clean the floor is. We were served water by our nice server ! My wife ordered a beer which came out fresh and cold ! I ordered the Burger and she had the Cobb salad! We loved our lunch !! very fresh food prepared and cooked as we asked ! The service was excellent!! We will definitely be going back soon as we often!! read more

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Service was outstanding! We were in town visiting and found ourselves in the need of a sports bar that was open at 10am for the Bills game, and we found one. The fact that the bartender was a patriots fan and it was still enjoyable is a testament to how cool they are. Food was good and beer was plenty! Will be back next time we find ourselves in Scott's Valley read more

Super disappointed with Bruno's. Brought my family out tonight because they advertised a band but we could not be seated upstairs because they had a reservation for a party of 25 which takes up the whole upper deck. Ridiculous, why even advertise a band if you cannot provide seating for folks. Done with Bruno's and was already getting over the place as last couple visits food was not great. We headed over the Laughing Monk which has better food anyways. Bummed we didnt get to enjoy the band and that Bruno's basically hired a band for a private party. Never again will I be fooled by Bruno's read more

This is a local business so I am more like to go here than a chain but their style isn't my speed and the food did not wow me. We went on Sunday in the summer and sat upstairs. The waiter was overwhelmed and service was slow. He disappeared a lot so I think maybe he was juggling another section or downstairs. I got the steak sandwich and wished I didn't. It was soggy on the bun and the steak was pretty tough. Next time I'll try the burger. We got the artichoke hearts and onion rings for the table and they were okay. It's all typical bar food. A DJ was setting up for over an hour and played some reggae music. Overall it was an okay experience but I won't be craving this place or seeking it out. read more

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Stacy the bartender was amazing! We ordered the Bruno Bloody Mary which is a must! The fried artichokes was great but the service is outstanding! We also had the raspberry lemon cake which was moist and delicious! The vanilla ice cream accompanied it which tasted homemade to me read more

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Jessica was amazing made my sisters 21st birthday so special great customer service!!!

Great burger. Great service. Lots of nooks and crannies. Great outdoor space. Friendly people. What more do ya want?! Also - I sorta met the owner, Joanne - and she REALLY cares about the people that patronize her business. She's the kind of owner that DESERVES your business. What a winning combo. read more

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OMG This is a great place. Enjoyable food, great bartenders and fun environment. The upstairs rooftop is so comfortable and the bar downstairs is great. I can watch my teams football games and my SF Giants games as well as the Warriors. Love this place and highly recommended! read more

We have recently come to love the Bruno's rooftop. Great vibes, food and ambience. Tonight was a much different experience. We came in as a larger party but mentioned we were absolutely willing to be flexible to sit in the patio and split into multiple tables. There were many open tables, but she mentioned they were reserved. We asked if we could be placed on a waitlist and the host refused to do so. It was honestly very strange. I felt like our presence was an annoyance. Much of our party was confused as we all were excited to go there. The bar was empty but very hot so we wanted to sit outside where it was half full. We were very willing to wait but no solutions were offered. There was no live music either. It was 5:30pm on a Sunday. It felt very odd, and left a bad taste in our mouth. It's been one of our favs as of late. I think we'll think twice before we come again. Edit: Thank you for responding. Please let me know how to reach out to you... read more

Nice family style place! We entered the bar and it was like Cheers! Everyone wanted to know our names! First floor Restaurant has an interesting vibe. Feels kind of Asian with an artificial lighted flowery tree in the middle of the dining room. Service was very friendly. We started with Feisty Fries, tater tots with pulled pork, honey and other assorted stuff. What makes them feisty is huge chunks of roasted jalopena peppers! My husband had the New York Strip steak with mashed potatoes. Large 12 oz portion and he loved it! I had the Tri-Tip steak salad with generous slices of tri-tip, goat cheese and lots of greens! Nice dinner and good service! We'll come back! read more

Food is good, my only concern is the try tip Salad, the steak whas cuted wrong! Have to be a cross the greinds! Service? Is very good Plate? Whas stained with dark carbono Can be from metal scruber, that can be taked off with the green fiver or bleached towel!! read more

We needed a restroom break and walked in to find a hidden gem nestled in the back of a shopping center. It happened to be Happy Hour and we were greeted by Stacy. She was friendly, energetic and welcomed us all in. The food being served around us looked and smelled amazing. I took the liberty to look around and the place just kept getting better and better. There was a nice dining area and then another bar upstairs. Then you walk out and there was a patio where you'd want to gather with friends under the stars all evening long. I was bummed that we were just passing through and want to find a reason to be back to have dinner and spend an evening by a fireplace on the deck. read more

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Cute little bar and grill with decent food. Visited Santa Cruz for a little Mother's Day getaway and we decided to stop here. We came during dinner and got here around 5:30 pm on a Friday. My little family of 4 and we were seated fairly fast. There were only a couple open seating when we got there so it's definitely a popular spot. Pros: -Ample parking available -Fast service; attentive & nice staff -Cute & cozy ambiance. Had a giant faux tree with light up leaves in the center of dining area that set off a cute aesthetics -Ample seating areas available -Margarita portion was pretty big -Decent pricing for the area -Pear salad was good. Not the best I've had, but it was a good portion with generous amount of candied almonds, cranberries & blue cheese Cons: -Dining area was pretty warm. Not sure if they didn't turn on AC or the heat from the open kitchen warmed the room. Definitely too warm for a summer meal -The half and half (steak & ribs) was probably the thinnest steak I've ever eaten; flavor was decent but not worth the price Would probably come back here to enjoy drinks & appetizers the next time we visit again, but maybe during a different season in case it's too warm for us again read more

We love Bruno's. Food is always good. Drinks are even better. We come back because of Ritchie - the best bartender around! Make sure to stop in and say hi to him. read more

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Bruno's! We had the best holiday staff party ever in the Vault! Your staff was super awesome, and the food was outstanding! Thanks to everyone there for making our event special! From all of us at ARC Forestry Happy Holidays to you and your team! read more

Great food, great service, love Bruno's can't wait to be back there !! You guys rock !

I met some friends the other night we went here. Let me just say the brussels sprouts were so amazing so so amazing. I don't think I've had one that good before we also had the tacos. They were OK. They weren't as great. They're a little sweet, but the service was amazing and the ambience was great. I love it. read more

Ordered 2 lbs of brisket the other day.. meat must have been a week old. 1.5 was hard and inedible, I'm hoping this was a 1 off night.. 2 star cuz the last 1 was decent. read more

Hosted a high school reunion here attended by about 100. The staff was great to work with. The venue itself was an absolute hit. With the entire upstairs area we had a bar to ourselves, a dance floor going, plenty of millabout space in between and a relaxing mellow outside deck for folks who wanted a little more quiet and peaceful place to chat and catch-up. The ambience is really great. The only thing we decided to bring was some balloons. I can't think of a venue that has all of that and catering built in. We had a fairly simple vegetarian option and chicken parm dinner buffet. Both very good, on time,and customer service was very attentive. Feedback from my classmates was unanimously very happy with the venue. read more

It's a unique and quirky spot. As a local, I love it. I don't come here because the burger is bigger or the cocktail names are flashier. I come here because I feel relaxed and welcome. Get a beer, watch the 9ers, eat some loaded tots, shoot pool with my daughter. It's also fun when our daughters' bands get to perform here (Be Natural Music). A huge shoutout to Madison - she's friendly, kind, and just overall awesome. read more