Salerno by Chef Pirozzi - Italian restaurant in Laguna Beach - 220 Beach St, USA

One of the best dining experiences my family has had! The food and the staff were incredible. I have a gluten allergy and they took great care of me and keeping me safe while still delivering amazing food. I would HIGHLY recommend.

This review is more like a 4.5/5. This is a popular spot on a Saturday night. The interior is small and well decorated. We started with the calamari which was solid but the breading was a bit loose, the flavor was there though. Our service also brought out focaccia with a pesto/olive oil dip. I had the farfalline rose and the sauce was perfect. Fantastic dish. The others in my party had the filet mignon salad and the buccatini. I heard no complaints. Our server was attentive and checked on the table a few times to make sure we had everything.

The egg plant bites were amazing, nice and crispy full of flavor. I had the short rib fresh pasta, wow was it a big dish. The beef melted in your mouth and the fresh pasta was tasty.

It's got to be one of the loudest restaurants in Orange County... the brick walls and the small tables make it very intimate and if you're into that type of a atmosphere it is great! I would recommend sitting at the bar... at least you can speak side by side and have a little conversation. But you will want to go here because the food is amazing... everything we tasted was fresh, high-quality, handmade and really delicious. Thinking back on the menu there are at least 12 things that I still have to go back and try. Think more red sauce southern Italian family-style then upscale northern and more refined dining.

Authentic recipes prepared impeccably, though the service could use some improvements. Thankfully, every dish tried by our large (Italian) party was scrumptious and well-prepared, which made the overall experience great and Salerno a place I could recommend when looking for real Italian dishes at a moderate price point.

Great food and service. I had the short rib pasta and it was amazing. Can't wait to go back

I just dined here recently since I heard it came under the management of Chef Pirozzi, and I must say what a transformation! The restaurant has definitely expanded and feels much more open and airy than the previous Salerno's. In addition the decor is just lovely and full of beautiful details. Service was just excellent as well, everyone was very welcoming and attentive. But I must say the real star was the food, absolutely everything was delicious! Will be back again soon!

Great small eatery with outside space also! Fabulous menu items..fresh fish and amazing pastas and apps! All food we ordered was great..