Business Details
29 Years
experience
Authentic Italian Restaurant in Brentwood
Tarantino Restaurant, established in Brentwood, Essex, has been serving authentic Italian cuisine for 28 years. Our proprietor, Dino, brings over 35 years of expertise from his upbringing in Taranto, Southern Italy, where he learned traditional cooking techniques from his mother. We pride ourselves on using fresh ingredients to create dishes that reflect Italy's rich culinary heritage, offering a warm, family-style dining experience.Our two-floor venue accommodates private events and features live music every Friday, complemented by a menu that includes daily fresh fish specials and premium cuts of meat. Recognised as Brentwood's Best Restaurant, we maintain strict standards for service quality while implementing thoughtful policies to ensure all guests enjoy their visit comfortably.
Services
Italian Restaurant
Takeaway Service
Private Hire
Live Music
Christmas Menus
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 35 years of authentic Italian culinary expertise
- Our restaurant has been voted Best Restaurant in Brentwood
- Private hire options available for events up to 120 guests
- Live music every Friday night enhances dining experience
- Strict quality control on all fresh ingredients and dishes
What people say
Authentic Italian cuisine
Best restaurant
Excellent service
Delicious food
Great atmosphere
Services
Italian Restaurant
Tarantino Restaurant offers traditional Italian cuisine crafted from fresh ingredients. Our menu features daily specials including premium meats and seafood, alongside classic Italian dishes. With two floors of dining space and live music every Friday, we provide an immersive Italian dining experience that has earned us recognition as Brentwood's Best Restaurant.
Private Hire
Our upper floor accommodates private events for up to 120 guests. We offer tailored packages for weddings, corporate events, and special celebrations with custom menus prepared by our expert chefs. The space features flexible layout options and can be decorated to suit specific themes while maintaining our signature Italian ambiance.
Takeaway Service
We provide takeaway options through multiple delivery platforms including Deliveroo, Uber Eats, and JustEat. Customers can also order for collection directly from our restaurant. Our takeaway menu maintains the same quality standards as our dine-in offerings, featuring authentic Italian dishes prepared fresh to order.
Live Music
Every Friday night we feature live music performances that enhance the dining atmosphere. This regular entertainment offering creates a vibrant yet relaxed environment for guests enjoying our Italian cuisine. The music programme showcases various genres that complement our restaurant's warm, family-friendly ambiance.
Christmas Menus
We offer special Christmas menus from late November to mid-December each year. These festive menus combine traditional British Christmas elements with authentic Italian culinary techniques. Advance reservations require a 20 deposit per person, with pre-orders needed one week before booking dates to ensure availability of seasonal ingredients.
People
Dino
Proprietor
Dino brings over 35 years of Italian culinary expertise to Tarantino Restaurant. Born in Taranto, Southern Italy, he learned traditional cooking methods from his mother before establishing this Brentwood restaurant 28 years ago.
Questions
What type of cuisine does Tarantino Restaurant Restaurant offer?
We specialise in traditional Italian cuisine using fresh ingredients, featuring daily specials of fresh fish and premium meats alongside classic Italian dishes.
Is there a deposit policy for restaurant bookings?
A £20 deposit per person is required to secure reservations, with no refunds for cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance.
Can I book private events at Tarantino Restaurant Restaurant?
Yes, our upper floor accommodates private events for 2-120 guests with custom menus and tailored packages for weddings, corporate events, and special celebrations.
Are there any age restrictions for children?
Children under 7 are not permitted after 5:30pm, and older children must be supervised. Highchairs are available but we don't have baby changing facilities.
Does the restaurant offer takeaway services?
Yes, we provide takeaway options through Deliveroo, Uber Eats, JustEat, and direct collection orders while maintaining the same quality standards as dine-in meals.
Is the restaurant accessible for disabled guests?
We have a ground floor restroom accessible for guests requiring assistance, though our building doesn't feature a designated disabled toilet.
