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About Bru Grill & Market

Bru Grill & Market is a contemporary Bar & Grill and restaurant in Lake Forest, California, offering farm-to-table eats paired with a thoughtfully varied selection of craft beers, signature cocktails, and boutique wines.

Whether you are stopping in for brunch, meeting friends for lunch, enjoying dinner, or dining solo, the menu and setting provide a comfortable choice for a range of occasions.

Guests can enjoy food at the bar, comfort food, coffee, beer, cocktails, happy-hour drinks, desserts, and full table service in a casual, cozy, trendy, and upmarket atmosphere.

The experience is complemented by outdoor seating, a fireplace, live music, bar games, and fast service. Bru Grill & Market is also known for its brunch, lunch, dinner, catering, dessert, and inviting seating options, making it suitable for relaxed meals, social gatherings, and special plans.

Its bar on site, restroom, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi add practical convenience, while the great beer selection, cocktails, wine list, and desserts give guests plenty to enjoy throughout their visit. Reservations are accepted, with brunch and dinner reservations recommended.

For added flexibility, Bru Grill & Market offers dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, no-contact delivery, and on-site services. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

Rated 4.40 out of 5 based on 1,669 reviews, Bru Grill & Market is located at 23730 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630, United States. For more information or to make plans, call +1 949-305-5757.

★★★★☆ 4.40 rating (1669 reviews)
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Est. Local Favorite

A Taste of Tradition

Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.

Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.

  • Fresh Daily Specials
  • Private Dining Available
  • Catering Services
  • Takeout & Delivery

Guest Reviews

Hear from our valued guests

Mrs. Mac

Mrs. Mac

4 months ago

Food, Service, Atmosphere - Amazing! They prove time and time again that they truly are the best Lake Forest has to offer! We had a special event in the new Bru Gardens and we truly couldn’t have been more impressed. The entire Bru crew won over our whole party of 80 people! Every. Single. Person. We really appreciate all of the organized team work and attention to detail that made our event so special, and the food was delicious! Highly recommend for a family dinner, a large event/birthday party and everything in between!

Dan Schimmelpfenig

Dan Schimmelpfenig

6 months ago

We are long time fans of this place. Excellent locals vibe. Food is fantastic, cocktails are great. The desserts are outstanding...especially the chocolate Bru cake. My wife loves the Risotto. I usually get the sausage trio because I enjoy it so much. Sauerkraut, potatoes, 3 mustards, and 3 different types of sausage. The flatbreads are great, and the Mac and cheese and calamari are always big hits with our family. You cant go wrong here.

Sina Sadeghi

Sina Sadeghi

year ago

I visited Bru Grill & Market Restaurant this Sunday afternoon without a reservation, and despite the busy atmosphere, the staff were incredibly professional and efficient. They organized a waiting list and kept us informed via text, resulting in only a brief 20-minute wait before being seated. The food was excellent, and our waiter provided great recommendations, ensuring everyone enjoyed their meal. I will definitely return and recommend Brew to others. Overall, a wonderful experience!

JoAnn Levandoski

JoAnn Levandoski

10 months ago

My friend and I had a great experience here. I ordered the short rib risotto and my friend got the fish and chips. We were celebrating my friend's birthday and they gave us a lovely dessert. The service was fantastic.

Y R

Y R

year ago

We visited this restaurant for the first time to celebrate a birthday, and everything was perfect. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and we especially loved that it’s dog-friendly. The staff were genuinely friendly, and the food was absolutely delicious — every dish we tried was full of flavor. The owner and our server were both so kind and attentive, which made the evening even more special. You can really feel the care they put into their service. This place has easily become one of our new favorites. If you haven’t been yet, we highly recommend giving it a try!

Nick Haberlein

Nick Haberlein

5 months ago

We came here for Sunday brunch and had a fantastic time. We had a group of 8 and there were nothing but raving reviews of the food. Cody was our server, gave us excellent recommendations, kept everyone tipped up, and was very helpful and kind. This is going to be a regular sport for us.

Ron Mortenson

Ron Mortenson

7 months ago

Very nice place with a diverse menu of truly delicious foods. We had a reservation and there was no wait at all on the Sunday night when we arrived. Parking was no problem Our waiter was enthusiastic and very good. He allowed us to take our time to make choices from the extensive menu. We started with an appetizer of calamari which was generous for the six of us. We had a Filet Mignon, a Hawaiian Ribeye, Salmon, chicken tacos, and a Cheeseburger. Every meal was delicious. We all shared food and all agreed that every thing was great. For dessert we shared the chocolate cake and a crème brûlée. Yummy 😋 We will definitely return.

Amenita T

Amenita T

8 months ago

I was recommended this restaurant by my good gf Dee so I booked this restaurant for my other gf Mia bday brunch celebration. Love the idea of bottomless mimosa only $18 with any entree selections on the brunch/lunch menu. Side orders and appetizers not apply. Plenty of parking. We ordered lots of food and got to try different dishes. We pretty much satisfied. Love the restaurant vibes too.

Alex Hernandez

Alex Hernandez

2 months ago

I've probably ordered from Bru Grill more times than I can count, and it's easily one of my go-to spots. Whether I'm dining in, sitting at the bar, or ordering through DoorDash, the food is consistently excellent. The chicken sandwich is one of my favorites, but you really can't go wrong with the burgers, especially with the drunken onions. The beef dip is also outstanding. Even the desserts are worth saving room for, and the bread pudding is always a solid choice. I've spent plenty of time at the bar over the years, and it's always a great atmosphere. Perfect place to grab a craft beer, watch a game, and enjoy a good meal. As a Marine veteran, I also appreciate that they regularly do something special for veterans on Veterans Day. It's nice to see a local independent restaurant supporting the military community. One thing that stands out is how well they handle takeout and delivery. Everything is packaged carefully, sauces are separated, and food arrives the way it's supposed to. I haven't had a chance to check out the new beer garden yet, but it's definitely on my list. Bru Grill has been consistently delivering great food and service for years, and I'll keep coming back.

Rob G

Rob G

3 months ago

Dakota best service thanks for making it a great night. In the gardens is a great vibe and ambiance . The lighting and plants and flowers give a relaxing space to relax. Thank you Dakota and Bru Gardens ..

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Organic dishes
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Planning

  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed outside

Visit Us

We look forward to welcoming you. Make a reservation or stop by - walk-ins welcome!

Location

23730 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630, United States

Reservations

+1 949-305-5757

Hours

Closed · Wednesday 11:30 AM-8:30 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM-8:30 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM-8:30 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM-8:30 PM
Friday 11:30 AM-9 PM
Saturday 10 AM-9 PM
Sunday 10 AM-8 PM
Monday 11:30 AM-8:30 PM
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