Let's just say the food was good, our server was also excellent, and the atmosphere lovely in their private back room. When I walked in, I got there early, and the restaurant was mostly empty, and so was the bar. I went in and ordered a glass of wine, which I got on their happy hour price, I later saw $5 less then the menu price. When my friends came in, I told them to get their wine at the bar, they only do happy hour there and our server agreed. Two of my friends did and were turned back to our table, told that if they are having dinner, they can't buy the wine at the bar on happy hour. That was crazy, we eat out constantly in high end restaurants, no one has ever turned us away from the bar telling us what the bartender was told to say. Apparently their Supervisor Delphi needed to be consulted to approve this request, which I did. He was difficult and made us feel like he was doing us a one time favor. Because of his unprofessional behavior, I think we'll try Luna Rossa next time, located outside the AMC movie theater, where we were heading. It's funny, this used to be my favorite restaurant and a few of the other gals with me too at their old location on Michelson. But when you have a large group, and the bar is empty and they play silly games like they did, its a big turn off. There is no discrediting the atmosphere, the food, or our server, but their Supervisor doesn't have the class or experience to be in this upscale restaurant. read more

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This place has great pasta and great service. We had a large group and the staff took care of throughout the entire time we were there. The food was very tasty and came out fairly quickly. The owner is very nice and also spoke to us towards the end of the night. We had a good conversation with him as he gave us a drink on the house. read more

My coworkers and I went to Prego for dinner and our server Kelsey was so fun and absolutely amazing! She gave us the best recommendations and everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! We went on a Wednesday night and it was hospitality night which was special pricing! It was reasonably priced especially for the quality and taste! The short rib pappardelle and the carbonara were AMAZING! The caesar salad was also one of my favorites i've ever had and I have had many caesar salads! Taylor was also very very kind and accommodating and made us feel very welcomed! I definitely recommend Prego to everyone and especially on a wednesday night! read more

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This is now my favorite Italian restaurant. I LOOOOOVE Italian food, and it's so hard to find a really good Italian restaurant with good eats and great service. This place has both. I highly recommend ordering the Ciao Bread for your starter, because it's delish! Everything on the menu is amazing, so you honestly can't go wrong. When you're done with dinner, try the Flourless Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream. MMM-MMM-Good! Love this spot, for sure! read more

Everything about this place it's excellent! A friend of ours works here and it's our second time around coming here, this time to celebrate our friend's 26th anniversary. They really enjoyed their time there and the food was fantastic!!. Mia was our server tonight but everyone treated us splendidly, Edgar and Kelsey you guys also rock!! Thank you for making us feel welcome and in casa. And thank you for the desserts we absolutely loved them not extremely sweet they weee just perfect. read more

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We recently came here for date night. RSVP process was super straight forward and easy on opentable. There is plenty of parking near the AMC side of the district or you can valet if you really want. Just note the main entrance is in towards the center not at the valet drop off zone which just goes directly into the bar. They do have happy hours daily 3-6pm for those looking with some small bites, cocktails and wines. But you must sit in the bar area! The checkin process was super smooth and they were very busy for a Saturday night so we got seated immediately. The decor is semi upscale but dark lit with candles on every table. There is a mix of booths and traditional tables especially for larger parties. The dress code is pretty casual but some people do dress to impress if you're bringing someone special. The menu has a mix of usual Item items starting with apps, salads, pasta and specialties. They do have daily specials usually with a premium protein that the waiter will tell you about when ordering. They do have a small wine list either by bottle or glass. If you want more higher end selection they have a separate wine list too. We started off with a bottle of Daou cab. Highly recommended in all vintages and great pairing for all proteins and easy to drink. Our waitress was in training so they went through the table service routine. Yeah all of that have worked in food services should know the routine of opening a bottle and presenting, tasting to patrons. A+ on service and technique for both trainer and trainee. For apps we started with calamari. It's served with a garlic aioli and spicy marinara. It's fried to perfection and well seasoned. Definitely a great choice for a classic starter. Mains: Tiger Shrimp Pasta: Flat pasta, lobster meat, tiger shrimp, crab. The portion sizes here are HUGE and probably enough to share one bowl with 2 people. This tiger shrimp pasta had a strong garlic seafood base sauce. The flat fettuccine pasta was slightly overcooked so more limp then ale dente chewy but overall a tasty seafood pasta with large whole shrimp. Short Rib pasta: Ribbon pasta, short rib ragout, mushrooms, fresh herbs, garlic. Again a super large portion size for one person! This again had the same fettuccine pasta that was slightly over. Again no its not fresh made as you can taste its from the chewiness. This has a great tender short rib sauce like from a beef stew. The flavor does get slightly mundane after eating a few bites though its just savory beef. The service overall a great! Our waitress was super attentive almost too attentive asking if we needed anything maybe every 15 minutes lol. But we understood since she's in training with the boss watching. Still a great place for a night out for some tasty eats for a date night or family night out. Alot of post dinner options available in walking distance to walk off that meal too! read more

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This Italian restaurant is in The District at Tustin. The atmosphere is wonderful (we sat outside) and I got the steak salad, perfectly cooked to medium rare. The pears and candied nuts pair well with the balsamic dressing. I also got the garlic bread with marinara, which was freshly baked and quite good (not super garlicky though). My friend got the salmon, and I tried a piece -- it was very well made. The service was wonderful -- they were very attentive but also gave us space to chat. Overall, I'd come again! read more

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WOW. The lasagna was absolutely amazing!! I'm not a fan of marinara sauce & this was the perfect amount of taste and sauce to pasta & cheese ratio! I don't eat pork & this lasagna was beef only!! I was so excited and I finished it ALL!! It's very hard for me to finish my food lol, but I finished it all. Definitely would go back and get it again & again The servers were so sweet & attentive as well. The restaurant has a very nice elegant atmosphere. This place is a bit pricey so be aware of the prices, other than that 10/10 ‍ read more

Prego Restaurant - Lasagna & Short Rib Pasta - Italian Near Me - Tustin, California

So the reason this got a 3 is due to service kinda. So u made a reservation for last night and we still had to wait at least 10 minutes. The menu for v fat was limited and I wish they had put it online. There was no option to order bread as my friend is vegetarian. The food also took awhile to come out. The braised pork ribbon pasta was good but u got the noodles could have been thinner. I would come back again but probably ask for thinner noodles. read more

Yesterday was our first time in Prego Restaurant, the Restaurant is absolutely beautiful inside and we had an outstanding dining experience there. Thanks in large part to our amazing server, Taya. From the moment we were seated, she made us feel welcome and completely taken care of. Her knowledge of the menu, thoughtful recommendations, and warm, attentive service truly elevated the evening. Taya struck the perfect balance with her friendly, professional, and genuinely invested in making sure everything was just right. The food was incredible, however Taya's service made the night unforgettable. Can't wait to return and Prego Restaurant in Tustin is lucky to have her! read more

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we went here for our winter formal dinner. Had an arranged reservation of 25 people and they made it so easy and handled a bunch of crazy routy 17-18 year olds so well. Food was so good and staff was so sweet. Service was amazing and quick with all of our needs. Thank you prego for helping out with our amazing night! read more

The restaurant has a nice ambiance. The service was average. Why I do not recommend this restaurant is the food. Our party had a number of entrees and they were all bland. I was disappointed that this was not better. I also ordered a Diet Coke and the brought me an 8 ounce bottle and charged me 4 dollars. Eight ounces is just a few gulps and it is finished. There are a number of better Italian restaurants in the area. read more

Prego Restaurant offered us an excellent experience for our anniversary with excellent service by waiter Delfino, delicious food and a cozy ambiance. read more

Came here for lunch on June 7, 2023 to celebrate a girl friend's birthday. I made reservations but not necessary for lunch on a weekday. It was our first time here and we were both craving Italian. Prego's is located at The District at Tustin Legacy. You can self park or valet. Inside, you'll immediately notice Prego's ambiance. It blends the warmth & rustic charm of old-world Italy with the trendiness and vibrancy of a cosmopolitan restaurant. Definitely a great spot for a date night or a business luncheon. We ordered calamari, a Caesar salad and lasagna to share. Everything was delicious and flavorful. The calamari wasn't fishy at all (something I always worry about). The service was amazing! Our server EFREN was phenomenal... incredibly attentive, friendly and professional. If you're craving Italian or Mediterranean, I highly recommend checking out Prego's! read more

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06.03.2022 Hubby and I FINALLY came here for a date night. We had the crispy fried calamari and a margherita pizza for appetizers. Both portions were large enough to share between two or more people. The calamari was good, we wished it was seasoned a little bit more and maybe fried a little bit longer. The pizza crust was crunchy on the exterior but towards the center it became a bit soggy. The cheese and sauce flavors were good, though. I had the lobster ravioli, which was a good size portion of five half moon pieces. I did enjoy the creamy sauce with that hint of lemon. There was a good amount of filling and the dough was not too think. I would definitely come back and have it again. Hubby had the chicken Parmigiana over a bed of tube pasta. The pasta was cooked al dente and the sauce was not too tart. The chicken was a good size portion and it could've been shared between two people. The chicken was breaded well and fried just right--crispy exterior and moist interior. Our server was very attentive and polite. We sat on their patio to enjoy the beautiful weather. It wasn't until towards the end of our email did the wind start to pick up and they turned on the heaters. I would definitely love to come back to try more pasta dishes. read more

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Came here for my dads birthday since he is an Italian food lover. Our waitress was great, prompt with the drinks and getting our bottle of wine we brought opened and ready to enjoy. We ordered a few appetizers and our meals and everything was amazing! We were all so happy with you selections and with our experience at Prego! I am not a pasta eater so I ordered a pizza and was able to share with others because it was so filling, but amazing! If you are in the area and wanting some good Italian food put this place on your list! read more

Nice Happy Hour experience! Met my friend here last night and wasn't sure what to expect since the reviews seem to be very mixed, but we had a great time! Beautiful restaurant and the food was great. We shared the bread (with marinara) and the filet sliders - delicious! Prices were appropriate. The server was kind and attentive, and admitted he was new. Even came up at the end of our meal and asked for feedback on his service. Good job, Prego! Will be back! read more

Amazing place, delicious food and super clean! Definitely would recommend. Perfect for date night.

Service at prego is good. Waiters are nice and helpful to accommodate seating requests. The ambiance is also good. The food is a hit and miss. On a previous occasion i was satisfied w the salmon- mashed potatoes dish. On my recent visit I was underwhelmed with the lasagne. For a dish predicated on tomato sauce i stayed away from it and its acidic taste closely resembling canned tomato sauce. The lasagne tasted bland too n a poor pairing to the acidic sauce. The flourless chocolate cake was good though the portion tiny. The tiramisu was lacking tiramisu flavor but indulgent in mascarpone. read more

Initially seated at the far back corner of the dining area while better tables were left wide open. We asked to be reseated and found ourselves at a more central dining table with a white tablecloth. Waitstaff were all friendly but the hostess who showed us our initial table seemed a bit glum while we were entering and also leaving. The appetizers were the best tasting dishes of the night. #1: margherita pizza -- tasted perfect #2: Caesar salad -- tasted great #3: asparagus special order side dish -- well prepared The mains fell behind other eateries with similar options: #4: lasagna -- didn't taste delicate enough nor particularly authentic (il fornaio has an incredible lasagna) #5: 16oz ribeye steak -- very tough and chewy without enough special flavor, not quite a $48 quality steak The desserts were awful enough that we left half uneaten and didn't take them home: #6: homemade tiramisu -- tasted too creamy and sweet, would prefer a lighter and healthier consistency #7: tres leches -- way too creamy, thick, and appallingly sweet, similarly would've preferred a lighter and more delicate taste to finish off the meal I believe our waitstaff tried really hard to help us have a memorable night and appreciate their efforts. I think more due care should be given to the minutiae of a diner's complete experience, starting with how diners are allocated seats (I suggest using the better seats first rather than leaving great seats unused with some groups clumped together in the back of the restaurant near the bathrooms), all the way to greater attention to a total food quality that matches the higher prices rather than validating the higher prices with the ambience and purported culinary abilities of the chef(s). read more

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5/5: $15: Asparagus Fries: Amazing. They breaded and deep fried an entire piece of Asparagus. Somehow, it didn't taste oily. An order comes with about 6-7 pieces and chipotle aioli. 5/5: $45: Lobster and Shrimp Stuffed Sole: Fresh Seafood on seafood on seafood magic. Sauce was rich and delicate. Presentation was simple and clean. 1/5: $25: Short Rib Pasta: Our ribbon pasta was overcooked, mushy. I prefer mine a bit more al-dente (with a bite). This dish didn't have enough garlic or herbs. The tomato sauce was watery and not developed enough. Overall, bland and boring. Sadly, I highly recommend to avoid this plate. They have a dress code (which I adore). We had reservations, but the place was not packed. I love the jazz mood music. I appreciated that the TV was only at the Bar area. Our service was quick and friendly. I look forward to returning. read more

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I have never had a bad meal when they were at their Irvine location. Maybe it was an off night, but I was disappointed with my meal. I ordered the Sole Piccata, which is on their House Specialty menu and it was overcooked to the point where a knife couldn't cut through the sole! I'm not exaggerating. The table shook when I tried to cut through it. On the bright side...everyone else enjoyed their meals and I highly recommend The Refresher Martini! We will be back and I won't stray from my standard Chicken Parm! read more

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I was there today before the dinner rush. Only two other tables had guests (one inside and one outside). You would think that the staff would spend some time with guest #3, but no. It started with the Happy Hour menu being quickly deposited on my table without even asking what I wanted there. The second time the waiter walzed by he tried to make sure I wanted the "Happy hour" and that's when he realized I was there to eat from the dinner menu. After a while it appeared. All interactions with the staff were in a "run-by" mode, never once did someone stop and ask a question. The food tasted good but the service was way below what can be expected. Needless to say I can not recommend this place. read more

First time dining at Prego, and everything was wonderful! Kelsey, our server was beyond excellent. She was very attentive, personable, and professional. Kelsey made a wonderful wine recommendation, along with details on the menu items. The vegetarian pasta dish was exceptional and yummy! So good, I didn't have any leftovers to take home. The ambiance was lovely. Easy to carry on a conversation and the place was beautifully decorated for the holidays. I certainly plan to return! Thanks for a stellar experience! read more

If I could give a 100 stars I would. Thank you so so much to Prego for hosting me and my party! I hosted a murder mystery dinner party here in the private room with 44 attendees. It was an amazing night. The restaurant staff here were very accommodating. I had people with dietary restrictions attending and the restaurant bent! over! backwards! to accommodate them. We were still communicating the midnight before the event!! The food was amazing as well! Everyone enjoyed it and had a wonderful time! I added an additional hour to the room and even had the tables moved to the side to make room for ballroom dancing at the end of the night. Just an amazing time here, and I'm so glad to choose Prego as the location to host my party. read more

Prego Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Tustin, California

Came here on a thanks giving night, just looking for a place that was open. I asked the host if they were still serving since it was kind of late and said they weren't which was no big deal I was just going to check for another place. As I was outside looking up places to eat at, a man who I'm assuming is the head chef said he would gladly take us in and serve us. It was much appreciated and the service was amazing. The head chef was very welcoming along with the waitress as well. The food was amazing. Overall it was great. I would definitely come again. read more

Food was great. Both appetizers and meal. Service was on mark. Ambiance is very nice. Would be 5 stars but as we were seated in the back close to bathroom there was a crazy soapy odor that was so strong it actually permeated and you could "taste it while eating. And made the evening far less fun Will for sure go back again but will never accept accept a seat in the back of the restaurant read more

We used to dine at Prego all the times when the restaurant used to be in the same complex as our office on Von Karman. We even had some of our office events there in the evenings. They moved away a few years ago, so did our office. Recently, our group went their new location at the Tustin Legacy for lunch for an office event. Prego was not very busy that day. There were only a few tables and our group in the dining room so we got good service. We had a few appetizers. I didn't try the asparagus but the fried calamari was good, as usual. I couldn't decide whether to order the prime ribeye or the sea bass as they both sounded really good. Waiter recommended sea bass so some of us went with it. That was a great choice. The fish was firm, moist and flaky, and very tasty. I just have to remember to order it with less sauce next time. It was a bit too much and I'd usually like light sauce on my foods. read more

Prego Restaurant - Sea bass with shrimp topping - Italian Near Me - Tustin, California

The food was wonderful! The service was great! The calamari and pastas were amazing. The margarita pizza was fantastic. We also ordered salads, but I'd skip those next time. The pear Gorgonzola and the Caesar were good, but nothing special. read more

Service was wonderful! Food was all delicious- the bread was fresh, calamari was nice and crispy and my cioppino (special of the day) was amazing! read more

Prego Restaurant - cioppino - Italian Near Me - Tustin, California

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This is our go to date night spot. We love people watching and sitting at the bar gives us tons of fun, special deals when it's happy hour and on his nights the perfectly made drinks and conversations with Allan our favorite bartender. read more

Always a pleasure to dine at Prego. All around a fantastic restaurant, with amazing food cooked by chef Ugo A. Always a pleasure when I get to stop by either for a quick lunch or relaxing dinner experience. The margherita flatbread, lobster ravioli, asparagi fritti, and short rib pasta are just a couple of dishes I would highly recommend. If you are sitting at or by the bar, Alan will always make sure to attend you well and always has a warm and welcoming feeling served alongside excellent cocktails. read more

Each time I visit Prego, the food is fantastic. Talk about consistency! But I want to highlight that I have had the pleasure of being served by Nikki in multiple occasions and each and every time it is as exceptional as our meal. Thank you Nikki! read more

Good food and service. Very authentic. Do you ever make clams oreganato. It's a very popular dish with Italians. The only place to get it in socal is rao's in Los Angeles. read more

Prego is our favorite Italian restaurant... a combination of great food and warm service. Tonight we enjoyed perfectly presented sole accompanied by a light sauce, fresh vegetables and roasted potatoes. And, as usual... the service was provided by Alana, who always remembers us, greets us with genuine warmth, but also makes sure every aspect of our meal is perfect. It's a combination that leaves us with 'a Prego feeling' - maybe like being welcomed to a small coastal family restaurant in Italy, with big long tables and good friends. We keep coming back. read more

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The place was amazing, big beautiful venue with a lot of different areas including private booths for dates. We got to see the chef walking around talking to tables but was very busy due to a big event happening on the other side. Tried the asparagus fries to share/start and two different pasta dishes. They were both big portions but also over salted without adding the Parmesan cheese, the waitress was super friendly and helpful. Want to try other dishes to give it another chance, love their hospitality night on Wednesday! read more

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Kelsy our server was amazing! All her suggestions were spot on and the group dinner we had was amazing!! Love the Prego! read more

I won a gift card to Prego from a raffle, so we decided to use it for lunch (more like dinner for lunch). We arrived right when they opened, and it was pretty empty, which worked out perfectly since we had a toddler with us. We ordered the linguine di mare, Australian lamb chops, a kids' pepperoni pizza, garlic bread, truffle fries, a glass of sparkling wine, and an Austin Hope Cabernet. The lamb was incredibly tender, and the pasta portion was huge. Even the kids' pizza was massive! We definitely had leftovers. The host and our server were super nice and so good with our toddler, which really made the experience great. Honestly, we probably wouldn't have discovered this place if we hadn't won the gift card, but we really enjoyed it and can't wait to come back to try more of their menu. We will definitely get the ribeye next time. read more

Ordered food for delivery. My dish looked nothing like the picture, paid extra to add chicken they put it in a different container (it was dry). I didn't have one pea in my dish. The pancetta was not good, I ended up taking it all out. I will not order this plate again :( read more

Prego Restaurant - Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Tustin, California

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What proper Italian restaurant charges for bread? I'm thinking they have fake reviews because their food, service and ambiance are terrible. How can a place with such high reviews be dead and empty on a Friday night at 8pm? I'm thinking fake reviews. This place is dying and the waiters give that vibe. Waiter spilled a drink on me. Didn't say sorry. Didn't offer a new one. Didn't take it off my tab. Didn't do anything. Girlfriend's wine was from a bottle that had obviously been open for days. Charged for bread. Croutons in the salad were BEYOND stale. Pastas were bland with zero flavor. Even the short rib meat had no taste. Prices like that for food and an experience like that ? Save your money. Go elsewhere. read more