Bruno's Little Italy
Arkansas' original authentic Italian restaurant that has been "Serving the Finest Italian Food in the South Since 1949." He died in 1984 at age 65.
A History of Bruno’s Little Italy by Gio Vanni Bruno
Between 1900 and 1905, brothers Nicola, Gennaro and Vincenzo Bruno (sons of Stanislas Bruno) each arrived in the United States from Naples, Italy. Sometime between 1903 and 1907, Vincenzo returned to Naples, but his brothers remained here and encouraged another of their brothers, Giovanni Bruno, to join them in America. Giovanni arrived on the
Bruno’s will be CLOSED all of Independence Week, July 2-6 (always closed Sundays and Mondays). Reopen on July 9 at 5 pm.
Our founder, Vincent "Jimmy" Bruno, would have been 106 today!
ECLIPSE WATCHING SPECIAL for THURSDAY, FRIDAY and SATURDAY!
Our most popular special returns -- Seafood Manicotti with House-made Pasta, Shrimp, Lobster, Crab and seasoned Ricotta Cheese baked in a rich Seafood Cream Sauce. AND on FRIDAY and SATURDAY, we’re adding our popular soup special, Chef Vinnie’s Lobster Bisque!
BACK THIS WEEK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
SPECIAL - Shrimp Speziata
Sautéed shrimp tossed with linguini in a spicy white wine pink sauce accompanied by sundried tomatoes, mushrooms and fresh basil on top. Created by Stacy Williams, our sauté chef!
VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL
Shrimp Speziata
Sautéed shrimp tossed with linguini in a spicy white wine pink sauce accompanied by sundried tomatoes, mushrooms and fresh basil on top. Created by Stacy Williams, our sauté chef!
In response to our many calls about Valentine’s Day …
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We are reopening tonight at 5pm. ‘Nuff said!
Bruno’s will remain CLOSED tonight, Wed., Jan. 17, due to the thaw not being complete enough for our staff to get to work safely in time to prepare. We will attempt to reopen tomorrow. Watch this space.
Bruno’s will be CLOSED Tuesday, Jan. 16, due to the freezing weather event. Watch this space on when we can reopen after the thaw. (Hopefully, Wed. Jan. 17.)
ATTENTION:
As Christmas Eve and Christmas Day arrive on Sunday and Monday this year, and we are always closed on those days, we will be taking an additional day CLOSED for the holidays, Tuesday, 12/26/23. We will reopen at 5PM on Wednesday, 12/27/23. Happy Holidays to you all!
NOEL! An additional holiday special tonight and tomorrow while they last. Salmon Piccata: Butter basted salmon fillet over linguine topped with a lemon butter caper sauce!
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
It was so well-received last week that we are continuing this week and probably beyond to bring back our most popular special AND our most popular soup special! Seafood Manicotti with House-made Pasta, Shrimp, Lobster, Crab and seasoned Ricotta Cheese baked in a rich Seafood Cream Sauce AND Chef Vinnie’s Lobster Bisque!
Tonight through the end of the week, we are bringing back our most popular special AND our most popular soup special! Seafood Manicotti with House-made Pasta, Shrimp, Lobster, Crab and seasoned Ricotta Cheese baked in a rich Seafood Cream Sauce AND Chef Vinnie’s Lobster Bisque!
Bruno’s will be CLOSED
Thursday and Friday
(Nov. 23rd & 24th) for the
Thanksgiving holiday,
so that our staff can enjoy the
festivities with their families.
We will reopen at 5 PM on
Saturday, Nov. 25th.
We are THANKFUL for your business!
Just a reminder, Bruno’s will be CLOSED on Tuesday for Halloween. Reopening Wednesday 11/1 at 5 pm.
As Halloween lands on a Tuesday this year, Bruno’s has decided to CLOSE that night due to such little traffic traditionally reaching downtown Little Rock on this holiday when it occurs on a weeknight. We will reopen at 5 PM on Wednesday, Nov. 1.
As part of our 10th Anniversary downtown this month, we finally have new menus with color!
Happy Anniversary to us!
10 years ago this week, Bruno’s reopened on Main Street in historic downtown Little Rock after being at several other locations in the capital city since 1949. Let’s celebrate together! Come taste the history with a delicious Italian meal and toast us with a glass of wine. We plan on being around a long time!
Have a safe and happy Independence Day!
Celebrating this Pride month with our diversified patrons and employees. As our doorway sign says, “We don’t discriminate. If you’re buying, we’re selling.”
FAQ by request.
Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, Bruno’s will be CLOSED tonight, Sat. May 20. We will reopen Tues., May 23 at 5 PM. Thank you for your understanding.
We highly recommend that you and your young ones visit the Carnival at the Arkansas School for the Deaf this Thursday evening! Only $5 per person for all these attractions.
And then there was that time in 2019 when the amazing Ke Huy Quan (Best Supporting Actor) ate with us …
We need applicants for a pizza cook. Experience helpful. Come by during our open hours, 5-9 pm, Tues.-Sat., and fill out an application!
Friday 2/3/23 and we are REOPENING at 5 PM! Groundhog Day is over!
Well it is truly Groundhog Day and we will be CLOSED tonight (Thursday). Watch this space for when we can reopen (hopefully tomorrow).
As it continues to sleet and the temperature is below freezing, we will continue to be CLOSED. Watch here for news about reopening after this is all done.
An ice storm is forecast, so we will be CLOSED Tuesday. We hope to reopen Wednesday. Watch here for updates.
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310 Main Street, Suite 101
Little Rock, AR
72201
Opening Hours
Tuesday | 5pm - 9pm |
Wednesday | 5pm - 9pm |
Thursday | 5pm - 9pm |
Friday | 5pm - 9pm |
Saturday | 5pm - 9pm |
5510 Kavanagh Boulevard
Little Rock
Nestled in the Heights, we serve up classic Italian fare with a local twist.
6100 Stone Road
Little Rock
Authentic Italian Cuisine!We are a family owned and locally operated restaurant, come by and see us❤️