Italian Brothers Restaurant | ITB | Dining & Delivery | Catering for Events & Weddings — Restaurant in Los Gatos

Went here for a date night with my husband and was able to get a reservation and hour out without issue. We sat on the patio which was nice but very warm because of the sunshades blocking the breeze, but once they went up it was better. The service was basically non-existent. Someone came to us with menus when we were seated and we had to wait about 20min before someone came to take our drink order. After quite a wait, the wine flight was brought to us and we then had to wait a ridiculous amount of time for someone to come and take our food order. There was a LOT of waiting. No one checked in to see how we were doing or if we needed anything. After finishing our wine flight and ordering a martini, the food finally arrived. Mushroom and sausage risotto for my husband and parpadelle alla vodka for myself. The food was good, not stellar. The risotto was more of a rice in broth and not a creamy risotto that we are used to getting at risottorias or east coast Italian joints. The food was large portions and hot though. Noone ever came to see how it was or if we needed anything else. Eventually I flagged someone down for the check and to get a cannoli to go. The cannoli was hard as a rock, so I wouldn't get it again.

We decided to order takeout tonight for my brother's birthday, since the food was good and maybe ordering takeout would eliminate the disappointment of the service. Unfortunately two of the items we ordered were not correct. They were correct on the receipt but not made properly. My mother ordered the salmon Caesar salad, and as you can see from the picture it was literally just a piece of salmon on wilted greens. No dressing, no croutons as the description says. She was very disappointed. Then the birthday boy ordered linguine carbonara, and it was definitely not carbonara. 100% was Alfredo sauce, no egg yolk in sight. He was very disappointed, and said it was oily and bland. I got the parpadelle again and it was very good. It was really disappointing to get two of the items made incorrectly with no way to fix them, but we have learned our lesson and won't...

If you’re looking for an authentic Italian dining experience, you can’t do better than the Italian Brothers Restaurant. As the name implies, this is a genuine family owned business started by two brothers from Sicily. We’re glad they decided to open their restaurant here in Los Gatos!

It was a chilly day so my wife and I decided to sit inside for lunch. The small dining room is nicely decorated and cozy without feeling cramped. We started by sharing a Caesar salad and bruschetta.The romaine lettuce was fresh with just the right amount of dressing.The four crisp toasted slices of fresh Italian bread were generously topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and olive oil. It was a perfect way to start our meal.

This was our first visit so we had to try their house made pasta. My Bolognese Pappardelle was outstanding! Bolognese tends to be heavy, but mine was surprisingly light, and the delicate ribbons of pasta were perfectly cooked al dente. My wife loved her linguine with mussels (substituted for clams at the same price). Neither of us could finish the substantial portions.

After mulling over the desserts, we settled on the spumoni “bomba”, a dome of house made gelato (strawberry, pistachio, and chocolate) coated with dark chocolate and sliced into quarters. What a great choice!

Our server was friendly, efficient, and professional and she handled most of the tables (including a large group) with ease. The entire staff was masked.

This is a fine dining establishment but the entire menu is fairly priced given the quality and service. Their menu is extensive so we’ll have plenty of other dishes to choose from when we return (hopefully soon).

After posting over a dozen reviews, this is the first time I feel like a restaurant deserves five stars for an absolutely outstanding overall...

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Review: Italian Brothers

I was absolutely blown away by the seafood pasta dish served at Italian Brothers. From the moment the plate arrived at the table, it was clear that this was going to be a special experience. The pasta was cooked to perfection, with just the right amount of firmness, and the seafood was exceptionally fresh and flavorful. The dish featured a generous assortment of succulent shrimp, tender calamari, plump mussels, and briny clams, all perfectly cooked and harmoniously combined.

The sauce, a delicate tomato-based creation with a hint of garlic and a touch of white wine, masterfully complemented the seafood without overpowering its natural flavors. Every bite was a delightful blend of the sea's bounty, with each ingredient shining through in its own right. The balance of flavors was impeccable, making the dish both comforting and sophisticated.

The presentation was equally impressive, with the vibrant colors of the seafood and sauce beautifully arranged on the plate. The portion size was generous, satisfying even the heartiest of appetites, yet leaving you craving just one more bite.

The care and attention to detail that went into crafting this dish were evident, making it one of the best seafood pastas I have ever had the pleasure of tasting. Italian Brothers has truly captured the essence of Italian coastal cuisine with this dish. I can’t wait to return and indulge in this culinary masterpiece again.

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