Bruna's Ristorante
3.6
from - Neighborhood: Little Tuscany
- 2424 S. Oakley Ave.
- Chicago, IL 60608
- 773-254-5550
- Price range: $$ ($9-$15)
This cozy Italian restaurant is one of the most popular places in the Heart of Chicago neighborhood's Heart of Italy section, a favorite dining area in Chicago. Bruna's has served great Italian meals since 1933. At the turn of the century, emigrants from the region of Tuscany took over this area. Luciano Silvestri, the owner of Bruna's, is from this region of Italy. He proudly displays posters and pictures of Siena, his home town--one of the most beautiful places in Italy. The restaurant has the charm of authenticity. It is dimly lit and very romantic. The food is delicious ... not only the classic pastas but homestyle Italian dishes as well. Specialties include an outstanding eggplant Parmigiana. Bruna's also has a decent selection of wines and some good liqueurs. On the pasta menu, a quote from the American writer Christopher Morley reads: 'No man is lonely while eating spaghetti. It requires too much attention.' How true.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Oakley and 24th Place.
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- Accessible by city bus.
- Wheelchair Access:
- No
The Basics
- Hours:
- 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 1-10 p.m. Sunday.
- Cuisine:
- Italian
- Price Range:
- $$ ($9-$15)
- Reservations:
- Accepted. Recommended for Saturday night.
- Smoking:
- No
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Specialties:
- Italian food.
- Payment Methods:
- American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Delivery:
- No
- Seating :
- About 15 tables.
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"Bruna's Restaurant"
By Unicorn56 from Little Italy, July 24, 2009
Luciano is the second owner, not the original owner of Bruna's.. The original owner 's family came from Luca Italy. Her photo still hangs today ...
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"Not nice people"
By beebs4ever from wicker park, June 22, 2009
The food here is fine, but the service is terrible. Everyone is rude from the minute you walk in the door - and you're treated as if you're lucky t...
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"Disappointing"
By spinbaby from NW Side, March 18, 2009
After meating up with 12 people and ordering appetizers, entrees and dessert which all totalled to a hefty sum...we were asked to leave our table b...
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