Brother's Bistro

"A nice place to spend an evening, but little aspiration to excellence. Extra star awarded for allowing me to finally have found a restaurant with no television. It's hard to enjoy a family meal when your kids are watching TV, ruining the ambiance. I had the "special" which wasn't on the menu. The chicken Scaloppine. It started out quite nicely tender with food tasting noodles and texture. The mushrooms, which I normally don't like, were exquisitely cooked. The chicken did not taste seasoned at all and over time, went from tender to drenched in the sauce, which was about a half-inch deep in the plate. The chicken finished as a soggy, buttery mess. The staff were friendly and cordial. Our drinks were refilled continuously, almost to the point that I couldn't understand how they got anything else done. The menu is not overcomplicated but certainly doesn't cater to families with children. A kids option is limited to pizza unless they want to eat fancy. It seems this place is mostly meant for couples and friends and draws a senior crowd. It was pleasant. The lighting in the dining room was dim and I could barely see my food. But I wasn't too worried. Pricing was really reasonable for what you get. My wife had Mahi-Mahi which was also a special, but was $10 more than my plate. There seemed to be no wine list presented, though they had plenty of options which the manager was indulging in from time to time, which some would see as fairly forbidden on the clock. But the casual atmosphere and excellent conduct of all staff didn't make me worried. It was also concerning that a dog was allowed in the dining area. It was a non-service dog and even though the couple with the dog was limited to a table in the tar corner until an outside table was available, I heard commente from other customers about it. Some diners don't prefer hairy friends in the dining room. All in all it was a decent experience with casual food, an uncomplicated selection and a questionable ambiance indoors. I would have much rather been outside. But, we didn't need a reservation and the place was packed outside which should tell you my opinion is likely exclusive and my party wasn't their usual type of patron. Suggestions: Ditch the paper napkins and bare tables in the evening service and to for something radiant to cover tables. Ditch the candles and go for small lamps so people can see their food, since the lighting up top flickers. Stop drowning your chicken. 1/4 of that amount of sauce would do, with a little more seasoning on the chicken. Don't be afraid to blacken the chicken. Perhaps add some color for contrast. My plate was white, yellow and brown. Some steamed carrots, shallots or green onions should do the job. No one can tell you are open. You can't see the Christmas lights from Burger King where you turn into the place. You need an Open sign like your neighbor"

"A little Fallbrook gem! Food is always delicious and the service outstanding. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and just fun! Wish it wasn't in a strip mall, but what they've created with the space is very beautiful. One of our top Fallbrook/Bonsall restaurants, our #1 Italian/Mediteranean and our #2 pizza in town with The Mill being our fav. Long time customers."

"What an amazing restaurant! From the fresh homemade Italian food to the all around customer service, this hidden gem is a MUST! Just recently celebrated a birthday on a Friday here & I can’t say enough about how great this place is. The food is cooked fresh, they have daily specials, a fine selection of wine/beer and a variety of food options (Vegetarian Friendly). The staff is just as great as the place is, the owner was just so inviting and working hard like everyone else. They have a Garden like, heated patio for outdoor seating as well as indoor and during summer months, live music is played on FRI & SAT. Add this Bistro to your 2022 fun/dinner date lists and check it out. They also do takeout/pickup!"

"Great service and great food. The bruchetta was a perfect start with crusty yet soft and warm bread with the zesty tomato and olive topping. Alla Diana is a very tasty vegetarian pasta dish with wonderful, savory, flavors. The seafood salad had perfectly cooked seafood and the tomatoes were really good, not an afterrhought. Tamara's wine recommendation, Big Guy, was perfect.The lemon creme cake was divine."