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Welcome to Trattoria Trullo

At Trattoria Trullo, we celebrate the rich Culinary Heritage of Italy in a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Nestled in Aliso Viejo, this quaint restaurant specializes in authentic dishes inspired by the Apuglia region, serving both classic and innovative Italian cuisine. Guests rave about our must-try focaccia and delectable pasta dishes, each crafted with care and quality ingredients. Our attentive staff share heartfelt recommendations, creating a memorable dining experience. With outdoor seating, accessibility options, and a warm ambiance, Trattoria Trullo is your go-to for special occasions or a delightful night out. Join us and indulge in the flavors of Italy right in your neighborhood.

LOCATIONS

Welcome to Trattoria Trullo, a delightful haven for Italian cuisine nestled in the heart of Aliso Viejo, California. This charming restaurant, located at 26611 Aliso Creek Rd Unit C, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, seamlessly marries an intimate, classy ambiance with a diverse menu that caters to a range of preferences, including pescatarian options. Whether you are planning a romantic dinner or a family gathering, Trattoria Trullo promises an unforgettable dining experience.

What sets Trattoria Trullo apart is its authenticity and commitment to quality. The restaurant provides not just delicious food but also exceptional service, as highlighted by many patrons. The friendly and knowledgeable staff are eager to share their culinary recommendations, ensuring that each guest feels welcomed and catered to. The commonplace theme of warm hospitality throughout the reviews resonates, indicating that visitors appreciate the attentive service just as much as the delectable dishes.

  • Ambiance: The restaurant offers both indoor and heated outdoor seating options, making it perfect for any occasion and season. The decor is elegant yet cozy, ideal for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations.
  • Menu Highlights: Guests rave about the focaccia—described as absolutely delicious—alongside rich entrees such as lasagna and rigatoni with bolognese sauce. The innovative specials, such as the chef's carbonara, highlight the restaurant's flexibility and attention to guest preferences. For seafood lovers, the branzino is especially praised for its perfect cooking and seasoning.
  • Accessibility: Trattoria Trullo prioritizes inclusivity with ADA-compliant facilities and a welcoming atmosphere for all guests, including those with pets.
  • Payment Options: The restaurant embraces modern conveniences, accepting various payment methods, including cryptocurrencies, making it easier for guests to enjoy their meals without hassle.
  • Reservations: Due to its popularity and quality, making a reservation is highly recommended—many guests share experiences of having seen others turned away when the restaurant reached capacity.

The ambiance, food, and service blend seamlessly at Trattoria Trullo, creating an environment where memories are made over shared meals. As a food reviewer, I found the overall experience vibrant and fulfilling, a place where every visit can feel special, whether it’s a casual lunch with friends or an elegant dinner celebration. Trattoria Trullo is not just another Italian restaurant; it's a culinary journey worth taking. Make sure to indulge in the authentic flavors that pay homage to the rich traditions of Italy.

For reservations, you can call (949) 446-9715. Bon appétit!

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Amanda N.
Amanda N.

Lovely outside ambiance. The service is especially knowledgeable and friendly; I'm happy to hear each of their suggestions on the food. This satisfies that "reliable date" spot want.

Jen H.
Jen H.

Had an amazing Birthday dinner with the family at Trattoria Trullo. The kids even gave it two thumbs up and said their bellies were full. Service was attentive, friendly and gave good recommendations. It is a pricier Italian restaurant but you do get awesome quality along with good portion size.

Jonathan C.
Jonathan C.

What a find in Aliso Viejo! What makes Trattoria Trullo even more special is that we visited the Apuglia region a couple years ago and had some nostalgia eating here. Apparently the trulli home art work by the bathroom is painted after the chef's trullo home. The bread was a must order. We ordered the cheese special pasta thing for fun, definitely more of a novelty thing but since we were celebrating a birthday why not! They have both indoor and outdoor seating and highly recommend making a reservation because a good amount of people were turned away.

Sara F.
Sara F.

Beautiful night, beautiful service, beautiful ambience, beautiful food. We walked in and I had no idea that you needed a reservations. We got lucky with a table. We ordered the mussel appetizer, the salad and the bolognese... oh and the focaccia. The food was wonderful

Anthony ..
Anthony ..

Amazing food! I never leave Yelp reviews but I felt compelled to after visiting Trattoria Trullo. The food is so authentic it reminds me of my first trip to Italy. The owner and chef is so kind and made carbonara off the menu for me. Delicious!

Doris T.
Doris T.

Yes this is an excellent restaurant. Small and quaint nice cozy atmosphere. They offer outside patio seating which looks nice will try next time. We ordered the focaccia to start, you have to get it absolutely best focaccia. So yummy! Ordered a salad which was very well balanced nice greens simple garden salad Main dishes: lasagna was delicious big enough to be shared, also the rigatoni with bolognese sauce again absolutely delicious probably my favorite the last was pasta with broccolini sauce they enjoyed but not a favorite We also had Italian Merlot pricey but very good. Took one home w us but a bottle is a bit over $100. Was the meal worth the $200 price yes actually it was - the service was amazing! Not your everyday Italian restaurant because if orice but as often as I can get there I will Thanks chef

Mary C.
Mary C.

Highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for amazing Italian food. The service was amazing and the waiter was very helpful. 10/10

Krystal H.
Krystal H.

Came here once with friends. Everything was delicious. I thought the branzino was especially cooked well. It was still moist and they put just the right amount of salt to it. The lasagna was also really delicious. There was a lot of layers and you can really see the amount of time and work it takes into making it. The service here is also phenomenal. They have a good amount of staff for the place so we were never really waiting too long for anything. I also like how the place is decorated and the table lights brighten up light food.

Jenning L.
Jenning L.

We decided to come here on the recommendation of a coworker for a work lunch. I highly recommend. It's a fairly small restaurant but they still had outdoor dining for our party of 9. They were also rather busy for lunch. We were doing a white elephant for Christmas and they let us use a nearby table to place our gifts. Their menu is fairly small but everyone seemed to like what they ordered. We had the foccacia with burrata and their pistachio ricotta to share. This was SO good!! I never thought focaccia could taste this good! This is a must get. I ordered the SPAGHETTI ALLE VONGOLE which was very mild in flavors as the ingredients would suggest. It wasn't out of this world but I was satisfied and I did like the noodle texture a lot. Their tiramisu is solid but their chocolate ice cream is very rich (too rich for our tastes), you might need a glass of milk to wash it down. The service can be a little slow at times but they are very friendly.