Broders Cucina Italiana

03/03/07

Fastest yummy Italian food

by joulez

We visited Broders after it was heartily recommended by one of my colleagues, and we were NOT disappointed. We tried the Pasta Bar first, which was very good! However, with two small children we find the informal atmosphere of Broder's Cucina Italiana fits a lot better with us. My 2 year old son just gobbles up the spaghetti and meatballs - the pasta itself is home-made and amazing, but the meatballs are ok. The dinner portion is just the perfect for the two of us to share. The pizza is really good - they serve a New York style that has a great crispy crust. The multitudes of people who come in and out for a "to-go" pizza speaks for how tasty it is! The tiramisu is also incredible. My husband really likes the cannoli too. However, the Cucina Italiana has limited seating, so as a family you might be stuck at the "bar"-like seating space. We have always been able to find somewhere to sit, though. If you choose to get take-out, the family style dinners for 4 are an incredible deal! I highly recommend this fun little joint!

• Pros: Good food and relatively inexpensive
• Cons: "Cozy" eat-in area (small), limited parking

Good Italian fare for times when you have to dine and dash.

by Contributor

In Short
Everyone from soccer moms to young urbanites crowds in for food that's served fast but isn't fast food. The tiny restaurant does a large takeout business, but a few patrons squeeze into small wooden tables that don't offer much privacy. The simple Mediterranean fare includes salads, sandwiches and pasta. Examples include a Greek salad, the caprese panini (tomatoes, mozzarella and basil) and stromboli. A large dessert case features blood-orange cheesecake and cappuccino brownies.

08/15/05

Broders?

by perfem

With a name like that you wouldn't expect authentic Italian. Alas, that is what Broders definately serves. The Cucina doubles as a grocery store and a cafe. Good eats

• Pros: Quick, Take home, Authentic
• Cons: Small area

08/01/03

Great for a quick bite

by jkca

Don't have the time for Broders' Pasta Bar? Go to the Cucina! The food is a little less glamorous, but just as tasty. Try the super flat pizza or a manicotti (or two). I also like the caprese and their Pane Villaggio (village bread).

It's a deli so don't expect more. You can get entrees, a side dish, bread, cheese, olives, salami, and drinks for two for less than twenty bucks. Not too shabby, especially when you see and taste the feast you just ordered.

The food is good, but the air-conditioner is on full blast. If you go in the summer make sure to bring a layer because it will feel like a meat locker. Also, don't go near closing and expect to eat there, they close up shop pretty fast and you end up feeling rushed.

• Pros: inexpensive, take-out, tasty!
• Cons: climate

04/25/03

Decent

by pmcrule

The portions are so small for the price. Call ahead you'll thank me later. The desserts are very tasty and the service is very good. But portions could be alittle bigger..

• Pros: atmosphere, Service, location
• Cons: Portions, long wait, Small place

02/07/03

wonderful neighborhood spot

by kpoortvliet

Like the title says, what a wonderful "neighborhoody" spot. Their food is wonderful, the atmosphere is unassuming - great choice!

01/29/03

quick-quality-fun-italion

by cokeman51

If Broders Pasta Bar is full and your stomach is just a little empty look around the corner and up the street for a great time and very good food,Fast.

12/25/02

Mama Mia

by jp_north

Wonderful deli...not long on atmosphere..but the best "fast food" Italian

• Pros: the smells!, the selections!, the sights!
• Cons: not enough parking, can be crowded

10/15/02

You can't hold back!

by Sabby_Speeps

My father has been taking me here since I was a little girl! I love it, and even though I live two hours away I continue to go back again and again. The food is very authentic and genuine. If you think you know good Italian, you ain't seen nothing yet.

• Pros: Excellent Food, A Healthy Alternative, Inexpensive
• Cons: Crowded Atmosphere, Too Many Choices! :)

08/19/02

Nice Hang Out Place

by Qatarzan

My girlfriend and I like to hang out here because it's a nice relaxing atmosphere. We usually just get some drinks and desserts. The food is decent, but it's not the main reason we come here. We just like to chill.

• Pros: good atmosphere