Fratello’s Livermore isn't just another Italian restaurant; it's a celebration of fresh, flavorful food served with genuine hospitality. I've had the pleasure of dining there twice and using their catering service for a party, and each experience has been exceptional.The menu is a love letter to Italian’s. From perfectly al dente pasta dishes to succulent seafood specialties, every bite is a testament to quality ingredients and culinary expertise. Everything is bursting with flavor, and the portions are generous without being overwhelming.The staff at is as delightful as the food. They're attentive without being intrusive, offering recommendations and making sure your dining experience is seamless. They genuinely seem passionate about the food and the restaurant, which adds a personal touch to the whole experience.What truly sets them apart is their dedication to fresh, high-quality ingredients. You can taste the difference in every dish. Here's the surprising part: despite the exceptional quality, the prices remain very reasonable. You get incredible value for your money, making it a perfect spot for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dinner to a special celebration.Their commitment to quality extends to their catering service as well. I recently used them for a party, and the food was a huge hit with everyone. They were easy to work with, offering a variety of options to fit our needs.In short, if you're looking for authentic Italian food, exceptional service, and a commitment to quality, look no further than the Livermore location. You won't be disappointed. I met Omar, the owner. He’s experienced and takes is profession seriously.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Ravioli, House Salad, Wild Arugula Salad, Sausage and Pepperoni Calzone, Steak and Scampi Special, Calamari Rings, Pollo Parmigiano, Carpaccio
Melissa Krygier
The food was exceptional! And the service was fantastic. The atmosphere is very nice... it's a great place for an Italian dinner with easy parking and a quick short walk from downtown Livermore.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scaloppine Di Vitello Marsala
Randy Spalasso
Love this place. They make their own bread which is fantastic and their food is excellent. Service is impeccable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maggie Domingo
The food was seriously incredible! Top 3 Italian dishes I've had, and I go to a lot of Italian places. I read that the atmosphere could use some work, and I agree. The lighting, vibe, music, interior design, etc. was all just a little odd and off. HOWEVER, if I had to choose between great atmosphere and great food, I'll choose great food any day.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug B
The veal dishes at this restaurant are the best I have ever had. No other Italian restaurants compare. Only in New York would you find something comparable
Jackie Omstead
Wanted a tasty meal in a relaxed environment. We are regulars and rarely use a menu. We arrived about 15 minutes after the restaurant opened and were in and out in a reasonable amount of time. Our meal was hot and tasty and the ? was good.Parking: Friday night at 5:15 when we arrived parking was available easily. When we left about 6:45 there was less parking, but still some spots reasonably nearby.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jane D
Had reservations for 5:00, showed up 15 minutes early and we were told we would have to wait. Which would have been fine if they were busy, but only three tables were occupied. It took 50 minutes to get our food, which is ridiculous since, again, they were not busy. Hopefully, they get better service, because the food was really good.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Scaloppine Di Vitello Piccata
Waste Land
Bad food. We ordered Bruschetta and it was just some chopped up tomatoes on dry bread.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Bruce A
Love this Italian place! Now in downtown Livermore. Great Food, Great Servers/Owners. You'll love the food selection.!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salad, Spaghetti Bolognese, Scaloppine Di Vitello Marsala
G MS
Well, unfortunately I hated the food here. I am a pretty accomplished cook and have been to Italy twice. Now, I am not comparing their food to Italy but the food we had was barely edible. We had the Bruschetta, which was terrible, very salty with barely, if any olive oil and almost no balsamic. But it was loaded with capers (which I don't care for) and arugula. We also tried the shrimp as an appetizer. Had a tough time getting it out of its shell and did not taste fresh. I had the Rigatoni with Prosciutto in a Vodka Cream sauce. I am sorry to say that a Stouffer frozen entree was better than this. The pasta was dry, no flavor in the barely there sauce. I only ate a small portion, brought the rest home and tossed it. My friend had the fish which they said was "okay" they also only ate half and took the rest home. The service was good, but the decor and the ambiance lacked. I guess the first warning sign should have been Italian food by Hildago....
Fam, I’d love to see you succeed! The service tonight ran at a pace slower than a glacier … seems like y’all need some help in the kitchen. The food was decent but not memorable. Consider making some changes in the dining room because currently it is like an echo chamber.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Wild Arugula Salad
Sherry M.
The atmosphere was inviting and the service was great. We had three people in our party and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The warm bread was fresh and delicious. We are definitely going back!
Reena S.
I'm pretty appalled by the service here. My husband and I came here on a Tuesday at 12:45pm. There was no one else there eating lunch. When we arrived we were told we could sit anywhere. We picked a booth. It was nice, but it was super warm in the restaurant. I was sweating by the time our meal came out. I got the cheese ravioli and my husband got the fettuccini Alfredo. We received some bread. While eating we finished the bread and I was hoping to get more. At that point I was told the chef left for a dentist appointment..mind you, in the middle of the day, during lunch hours when the restaurant was open and when people were still there. I was definitely taken aback. The food isn't cheap here by any means and telling a pregnant woman she won't be getting anymore bread is a sure fire way to leave her upset/hangry. The food itself was decent. But like how can you just leave when people are eating. Needless to say I won't be back if this is how the restaurant operates. So sad bc it could def be a nice place for my family to frequent.
Guy Peled
Picked this for a dinner while passing through, and was pleasantly surprised - was better than I expected. Flavors were great, food was perfectly prepared. Felt authentic.Definitely a keeper.We had the salmon and a pizza margarita, and fresh foccacia with olive oil balsamic dish also came in.
Nadine G.
When we crave great service and home made food we always come here. Love it The salads are great, calamari very good and the Fusilli and Salmone Aurora is creamy and delicious. I get the Caesar Salad and add Salmon to it.
Fratello’s Livermore isn't just another Italian restaurant; it's a celebration of fresh, flavorful food served with genuine hospitality. I've had the pleasure of dining there twice and using their catering service for a party, and each experience has been exceptional.The menu is a love letter to Italian’s. From perfectly al dente pasta dishes to succulent seafood specialties, every bite is a testament to quality ingredients and culinary expertise. Everything is bursting with flavor, and the portions are generous without being overwhelming.The staff at is as delightful as the food. They're attentive without being intrusive, offering recommendations and making sure your dining experience is seamless. They genuinely seem passionate about the food and the restaurant, which adds a personal touch to the whole experience.What truly sets them apart is their dedication to fresh, high-quality ingredients. You can taste the difference in every dish. Here's the surprising part: despite the exceptional quality, the prices remain very reasonable. You get incredible value for your money, making it a perfect spot for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dinner to a special celebration.Their commitment to quality extends to their catering service as well. I recently used them for a party, and the food was a huge hit with everyone. They were easy to work with, offering a variety of options to fit our needs.In short, if you're looking for authentic Italian food, exceptional service, and a commitment to quality, look no further than the Livermore location. You won't be disappointed. I met Omar, the owner. He’s experienced and takes is profession seriously.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Ravioli, House Salad, Wild Arugula Salad, Sausage and Pepperoni Calzone, Steak and Scampi Special, Calamari Rings, Pollo Parmigiano, Carpaccio
The food was exceptional! And the service was fantastic. The atmosphere is very nice... it's a great place for an Italian dinner with easy parking and a quick short walk from downtown Livermore.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scaloppine Di Vitello Marsala
Love this place. They make their own bread which is fantastic and their food is excellent. Service is impeccable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was seriously incredible! Top 3 Italian dishes I've had, and I go to a lot of Italian places. I read that the atmosphere could use some work, and I agree. The lighting, vibe, music, interior design, etc. was all just a little odd and off. HOWEVER, if I had to choose between great atmosphere and great food, I'll choose great food any day.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
The veal dishes at this restaurant are the best I have ever had. No other Italian restaurants compare. Only in New York would you find something comparable
Wanted a tasty meal in a relaxed environment. We are regulars and rarely use a menu. We arrived about 15 minutes after the restaurant opened and were in and out in a reasonable amount of time. Our meal was hot and tasty and the ? was good.Parking: Friday night at 5:15 when we arrived parking was available easily. When we left about 6:45 there was less parking, but still some spots reasonably nearby.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had reservations for 5:00, showed up 15 minutes early and we were told we would have to wait. Which would have been fine if they were busy, but only three tables were occupied. It took 50 minutes to get our food, which is ridiculous since, again, they were not busy. Hopefully, they get better service, because the food was really good.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Scaloppine Di Vitello Piccata
Bad food. We ordered Bruschetta and it was just some chopped up tomatoes on dry bread.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Love this Italian place! Now in downtown Livermore. Great Food, Great Servers/Owners. You'll love the food selection.!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salad, Spaghetti Bolognese, Scaloppine Di Vitello Marsala
Well, unfortunately I hated the food here. I am a pretty accomplished cook and have been to Italy twice. Now, I am not comparing their food to Italy but the food we had was barely edible. We had the Bruschetta, which was terrible, very salty with barely, if any olive oil and almost no balsamic. But it was loaded with capers (which I don't care for) and arugula. We also tried the shrimp as an appetizer. Had a tough time getting it out of its shell and did not taste fresh. I had the Rigatoni with Prosciutto in a Vodka Cream sauce. I am sorry to say that a Stouffer frozen entree was better than this. The pasta was dry, no flavor in the barely there sauce. I only ate a small portion, brought the rest home and tossed it. My friend had the fish which they said was "okay" they also only ate half and took the rest home. The service was good, but the decor and the ambiance lacked. I guess the first warning sign should have been Italian food by Hildago....
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 3
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Fam, I’d love to see you succeed! The service tonight ran at a pace slower than a glacier … seems like y’all need some help in the kitchen. The food was decent but not memorable. Consider making some changes in the dining room because currently it is like an echo chamber.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Wild Arugula Salad
The atmosphere was inviting and the service was great. We had three people in our party and we all thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The warm bread was fresh and delicious. We are definitely going back!
I'm pretty appalled by the service here. My husband and I came here on a Tuesday at 12:45pm. There was no one else there eating lunch. When we arrived we were told we could sit anywhere. We picked a booth. It was nice, but it was super warm in the restaurant. I was sweating by the time our meal came out. I got the cheese ravioli and my husband got the fettuccini Alfredo. We received some bread. While eating we finished the bread and I was hoping to get more. At that point I was told the chef left for a dentist appointment..mind you, in the middle of the day, during lunch hours when the restaurant was open and when people were still there. I was definitely taken aback. The food isn't cheap here by any means and telling a pregnant woman she won't be getting anymore bread is a sure fire way to leave her upset/hangry. The food itself was decent. But like how can you just leave when people are eating. Needless to say I won't be back if this is how the restaurant operates. So sad bc it could def be a nice place for my family to frequent.
Picked this for a dinner while passing through, and was pleasantly surprised - was better than I expected. Flavors were great, food was perfectly prepared. Felt authentic.Definitely a keeper.We had the salmon and a pizza margarita, and fresh foccacia with olive oil balsamic dish also came in.
When we crave great service and home made food we always come here. Love it The salads are great, calamari very good and the Fusilli and Salmone Aurora is creamy and delicious. I get the Caesar Salad and add Salmon to it.