Bruno's Italian Bistro

4.5 ( 413 reviews )
Checking... 4:00 AM - 9:30 PM See Hours
$30–50
Pelican Plaza, 2900 NJ-10, Morris Plains, NJ 07950, United States
+1 973-998-8004

Bruno's Italian Bistro is a delightful culinary gem nestled in Pelican Plaza, Morris Plains, NJ. Known for its charming ambiance and exceptional Italian cuisine, the restaurant offers a variety of dining experiences both indoors and on its picturesque outdoor patio adorned with string lights.

Customer reviews highlight the bistro's dedication to quality and service. Lindsey Malko praises the outdoor setting as "adorable" and notes the staff's commitment to safety during her visit for a bridal shower. Similarly, Melissa A Huang's celebratory meal included delectable appetizers like carpaccio and clams, followed by enticing entrees such as pork valdostana and homemade cavatelli with short ribs ragu. The desserts, particularly the homemade tiramisu, received accolades for their deliciousness.

Beyond casual dining, Bruno's excels in hosting special events. Monica Ng and Amy Calzone both praised the meticulous planning and exceptional service provided by owner Sonila and her team during family celebrations. From baptism luncheons to milestone birthdays, guests appreciate the generous portions, BYOB options, and the exceptional care that makes each occasion memorable.

With a perfect blend of atmosphere, attentive service, and mouthwatering dishes, Bruno's Italian Bistro is a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic Italian dining experience.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Serves great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves organic dishes
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Has counter service
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
  • Planning
    • Reservations required
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Bruno's Italian Bistro

Lindsey Malko
Jul 2,2025
I visited Bruno's for the first time this weekend for a friend's bridal shower. The location is perfect and quiet even though it's off of Route 10. I sat outside on the patio. Their outdoor patio is adorable with string lights and distanced tables. The staff were all wearing masks and distancing. Plus, the food not to mention was incredibly delicious! Definitely going to visit again soon!
Melissa A Huang
Jul 2,2025
Came here tonight to celebrate my husband’s birthday (aug 7) and best friend’s birthday (July 30). Our appetizers were carpaccio, clams, and homemade rice balls stuffed with beef (these were not pictured). Our entrees were pork valdostana, homemade cavatelli with short ribs ragu, and lamb shank. Our desserts were homemade tiramisu and limoncello cake. Lovely atmosphere. We sat inside, but they do have tables available outside if you prefer outdoors.
Catherine Owens
May 29,2025
We celebrated my granddaughter’s first birthday at Bruno’s this past Sunday and had a terrific experience! The food was great and the room was bright and comfortable. The servers were exceptional: pleasant and professional. I was most impressed by how well they moved around the busy room, maneuvering through the guests and children, getting the job done so well! I live nearby and will definitely come again! Thank you!
Monica Ng
May 1,2025
Recently held my Son’s Baptism Luncheon at Bruno’s and what a great experience it was. From beginning to end, Sonila was GREAT to work with. She was quick to communication, gave flexible options and pricing was better than most places. The food portions were good and everyone left full. And the BYOB option was perfect since only select folks in my party really drank. Environment was great and really honestly, regardless of everything, Sonila, Jimmy and the entire staff at Bruno’s is top notch. I highly recommend this place.
Amy Calzone
Apr 26,2025
Bruno's Italian Bistro provided an exceptional experience for my son's baptism reception on May 18, 2025. Owner Sonila impressed with her meticulous communication and attention to detail throughout the planning process. The staff was attentive and kind, creating a welcoming atmosphere where we never felt rushed. The beautiful venue complemented the truly outstanding Italian cuisine that even impressed my food-loving family. This was my second celebration here, and I'll definitely return for future events.
Donald B
Apr 26,2025
Very good food at this Powdermill area restaurant. We had Caesar Salad, Eggplant Parm and Mushroom Risotto. Service was friendly and efficient. Would definitely go again.
Gregory Bohus
Apr 15,2025
Bruno's is a great Italian restaurant that serves up delicious food in a warm and inviting atmosphere. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a special meal out. I had the bronzini for my main course, and it was cooked perfectly and served with a flavorful roasted vegetable medley. The food was fresh and flavorful, and the service was attentive and friendly. I would definitely recommend Bruno's to anyone looking for a great Italian meal.
Steve X
Apr 14,2025
We had dinner here for the first time with friends on a Sunday night, and enjoyed this restaurant so much we came back ourselves for dinner just two days later. We ate outside both times, and the restaurant was relatively empty, though our friends said it was packed when they came on a Thursday night. The outdoor patio is large and nicely decorated, with heat lamps for colder weather. A very pleasant place for a relaxing dinner. We checked out the inside, which looks quite nice also. Service was excellent , the food was outstanding, and everyone was very friendly and accommodating. The owner/manager Sonila made us feel right at home . The octopus and mussels appetizers were very delicious, as was the avocado and shrimp salad. The shrimp scampi dinner was great, and the meat lasagna was one of the best I've had and certainly the largest (I took half home). The apple and pumpkin pies with pistachio ice cream were great for desert. Portion sizes are generous, prices are reasonable, and since this is a BYOB you can be sure to have your favorite wine with dinner. This is in a strip mall with lots of parking, and right off Route 10, so it's easy to get to. For delicious food, nice ambience and terrific service this is definitely a great restaurant to go to.

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