Michelin Bib Gourmand listing in the lowest Michelin price tier; honest traditional Piedmontese cooking.
Fratelli Bruzzone is a trattoria at Via Maria Vittoria 34/a in central Turin, in Italy's Piedmont region, a few streets from Piazza Castello and the Egyptian Museum. It occupies a former delicatessen that was converted into two small, homey dining rooms, and that origin still shapes the character of the place: modest in scale, personal and focused on the plate. The restaurant carries a Michelin Bib Gourmand and sits in the lowest Michelin price tier, which makes it one of the cheaper ways to eat well-regarded traditional food in the city centre.
The cooking is honest, traditional Piedmontese. Dishes associated with the menu include anchovies with green sauce (acciughe al verde), a classic Piedmontese antipasto; agnolotti, the regional filled pasta; rabbit in civet, a slow-braised wine-based preparation; and guinea fowl. For dessert, bonet, the chocolate and amaretti pudding of the Langhe and Turin, and vanilla panna cotta are listed. Together they cover a complete traditional meal from cold starter to sweet course, and they represent the regional repertoire more faithfully than most tourist-oriented menus.
The atmosphere is quiet and domestic rather than stylish. With only two small rooms, tables are close together, and the noise level is moderate to lively when full. There is no formal dress code. A specific wine list was not verified, but Piedmontese house wines by the glass or carafe are the natural accompaniment to this kind of cooking.
Reservation difficulty is high relative to size. Michelin notes that booking is indispensable, even at lunch, and the number to call is +39 011 763 3447. Opening hours listed by the Michelin Guide are Monday 7:00PM to 10:00PM; Tuesday 12:15PM to 1:30PM; Wednesday 12:15PM to 2:00PM and 7:15PM to 10:00PM; Thursday and Friday 12:15PM to 1:30PM and 7:15PM to 9:30PM; and closed on Saturday and Sunday. Visitors should book several days ahead and confirm times, since the closing days include the weekend, when many other restaurants are busiest. The official website is fratellibruzzone.com.
| Price | $ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Mon 7:00PM-10:00PM; Tue 12:15PM-1:30PM; Wed 12:15PM-2:00PM and 7:15PM-10:00PM; Thu-Fri 12:15PM-1:30PM and 7:15PM-9:30PM; Sat-Sun closed (per Michelin Guide) |
| Reservations | Reservation indispensable, even at lunch; phone +39 011 763 3447 |
| Address | Via Maria Vittoria 34/a, 10123 Torino |
Signature dishes
- Anchovies with green sauce
- Agnolotti
- Rabbit in civet
- Guinea fowl
- Bonet
- Vanilla panna cotta
Good to know
- Known for
- Former delicatessen turned into two small homey dining rooms; Michelin Bib Gourmand
Location
Via Maria Vittoria 34/a, 10123 Torino
45.0655, 7.6909 View on map
Highlights
- Michelin Bib Gourmand in the lowest Michelin price tier
- Anchovies with green sauce, agnolotti and rabbit in civet
- Bonet and vanilla panna cotta for dessert
- Former delicatessen turned into two small homey dining rooms
Tips for visiting
- Reservation is indispensable, even at lunch; phone +39 011 763 3447.
- Closed Saturday and Sunday, and Monday lunch, so plan a weekday visit.
- Lunch hours are short (roughly 12:15PM to 1:30PM on most days), so arrive on time.
- Order a full traditional sequence: antipasto, agnolotti, a braise, then bonet.
When to visit
Weekday lunch or Wednesday to Friday evening; avoid planning around weekends, when the restaurant is closed.
Accessibility
Accessibility details were not verified. The restaurant consists of two small dining rooms in a former delicatessen, so space is tight and visitors with mobility needs should phone ahead to ask about entry and seating.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Fratelli Bruzzone have a Michelin listing?
Yes. It is a Michelin Bib Gourmand listing in the lowest Michelin price tier.
Is a reservation required?
Michelin states that booking is indispensable, even at lunch. The phone number is +39 011 763 3447.
Which days is it open?
Per the Michelin Guide, it is closed on Saturday and Sunday and open on weekdays, with Monday evening service only.
What are the signature dishes?
Anchovies with green sauce, agnolotti, rabbit in civet, guinea fowl, bonet and vanilla panna cotta.