Fratellino's Italian Restaurant

"We recently went with a group for lunch on Sunday. We left disappointed both with the service and the food. Our waitress was not attentive and would go missing a lot. We had to ask for bread, refills, missing plates etc. then when our food came out, all the dishes were cold when usually they’re piping hot to the touch. I believe this restaurant has gone downhill both in the kitchen staff and the service staff. Very disappointed in this place we’ve come to for over 10 years."

"Service was quick at first and waiter was friendly and knowledgeable. We ordered 2 dinner combos (#1 and #4) and a kids fettuccine alfredo. Salad and soup came out fast and were good. Food came out a bit later and the 2 adult meals were cold. Kids fettuccine was warm enough to eat but the fettuccine in adult combo meal was cold enough to have a film on it. When we told the waiter, he was extremely apologetic and went to speak to manager. Manager offered to take the cold meals off but we'd "have to pay for the salad and soup that came with the meal and the kids meal". When I asked to speak to the manager right after we were given this response, he was no longer available. I offered to pay for the kids meal, as it was edible, and left our 2 uneaten meals on the table before leaving. We were made to feel like we were trying to pull a free meal when it couldn't be further from the truth...just looking for a warm, reasonably-priced meal like we had received on past visits. Unfortunately, the poor customer service shown by restaurant management lost our future business."

"One Saturday afternoon in September my husband and I decided to venture into a quaint Italian restaurant nestled near the historic part of Brea near old town, known as frantellion’s Italian Restaurant. The ambiance was immediately inviting, with soft lighting, rustic decor, and hand painted murals adorning the walls. The gentle hum of Italian conversation paired with the faint notes of a classic Italian ballad made the setting feel intimate and cozy. We were greeted with a warm smile by the owner Cesar and his son Gianni the hostess, who led us to a VIP table overlooking the entire restaurant. As I glanced over the menu, an array of authentic dishes beckoned me. We settled on the entree specials served with wine, perfectly toasted garlic bread, small salad or delicious minestrone and dessert. We had the handmade Chicken Parmigiana with creamy Pesto shells and the Shrimp and scallops Linguine. The anticipation grew as I took the first bite. The pasta was perfectly al dente, with the creamy alfredo pesto sauce melding in a symphony of flavors, perfectly complemented by breaded chicken parmigiana. Every bite was a delightful dance of textures and flavors, making it evident that each ingredient was chosen with care and love. To accompany the meal, the waitress Taylor suggested a glass of Rose and House Red wine , which perfectly accentuated the rich flavors of the Linguine and Pesto. For dessert, we indulged in cheesecake ice-cream with a delicate layering of creamy chunks of strawberries. It was a sweet ending to an exquisite meal. The entire experience was more than just a dinner; it was a journey through Italian culture and tradition. The genuine hospitality, attention to detail, and passion for authentic flavors made fratellino’s a memorable culinary adventure that I'll cherish for years to come. ---Aya"

"Good, old school American style Italian place. The food is hearty and rich, at a great price. This is a dying breed of restaurants. Reservations are recommended because this place is popular among locals."