Aruffo's Italian Cuisine - Claremont, California

Shayna Johnson

Perfect little spot customer service was fantastic! Our server (Kevin?) overheard us talking about someone's birthday and brought us ice cream without us asking. The food was great and the bread was something I will dream about!

Nilda Fel

A hidden treasure for sure in Claremont CA!!! Great atmosphere for a night out.

Salmon soup was delicious and especially their garlic bread. Even better was the lasagna. Totally made my day... ?

Brenna Chavez

The soup of the day was great. Bread was also great. Service was great as well. The pastas were not good, very bland and mediocre at best. They lacked flavor and seasoning. The dishes also arrived cold to our table. Disappointing to say the least as this is an Italian spot where you would expect some good food. $35-$40 for a plate of unseasoned pasta is unreasonable. I would recommend their other items/entrees, not the pastas. This place is insanely overpriced, completely not worth it in my opinion.

Jung Lee

Nothing fancy just good old Italian basics done right. Every dish was nice and portions are larger than usual. Nice fresh ingredients are obvious and bread baked on the day was good. Service was very attentive. Pizza is more like a crispy cracker flat bread.

Vanessa Perry

Called and made last minute reservations for a party of 10, they were able to accommodate on a Friday night. We were celebrating a 40th birthday party. Im gluten sensitive they offer gf pasta which was not over cooked it was perfect. The appetizers, main courses and drinks were fantastic. The service was great the owner even came out several times to check on our party. We had an a great experience.

Sarah Y Tse. 謝婉敏

I absolutely adore Aruffo's and find myself drawn to it any day of the week, often without needing to make advanced reservations despite its well-deserved reputation for serving gourmet savory Italian cuisine. One of the highlights of dining at Aruffo's is how they elevate birthdays by serving desserts adorned with sparkling birthday candles, making the occasion extra celebratory and memorable for guests.

Recently, they've expanded their offerings with a charming outdoor patio area. Decorated with a cozy fireplace, a tranquil waterfall fixture, and Christmas tree lighting delicately draped across the invisible ceiling, the ambiance is simply enchanting. The addition of tables and seats in this outdoor oasis enhances the overall dining experience, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels both dreamy and magical.

To truly appreciate the allure of Aruffo's, one must experience it firsthand. I wholeheartedly recommend this establishment to locals, visitors, and world travelers alike. Whether you're seeking exquisite Italian cuisine, a festive birthday celebration, or simply a magical dining experience, Aruffo's delivers on all fronts. Don't miss out on the opportunity to indulge in culinary delights amidst such a captivating setting.

Christina Reynolds

If you want to spend a lot of money and not have a lot of food then this is your place! Best thing was the free bread. There was 2 people in the whole restaurant and I had to get my own silverware and go in to pay. For the price it is horrible. I paid 25$ for arugula lettuce 3 walnuts and a few pieces of cheese. I would nit eat here again and wish I would have tried one of the other restaurants in the area

Dut Kasilag

Came here for family lunch to celebrate life of a family member who loved this restaurant and it didn’t disappoint. Service was spot on!
Of all the food we ordered, the “Cozze e Vongole” stood out and it’s sauce perfectly complemented the fresh baked bread. The desserts were nicely presented and perfectly complemented our lunch.
This restaurant has a lively front outside patio, a cozy garden patio and the main dining place is lovely decorated. As other reviewers noted, prices are on the high side but still worth it. Note that they don’t take reservations so you need to plan before coming. Overall good experience and we’ll be back.