NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Restaurateurs Chef Brian Burns and Reno De Ranieri have unveiled their latest venture Brutto Americano. The new restaurant is set to open March 14 inside the reimagined Barnett Hotel.
Brutto Americano is Burns and De Ranieri – who have found success with Costera and Osteria Lupo – first concept in the CBD, expanding their culinary footprint across the city. This new venture is set to blend classical Italian influences with the bold, diverse flavors of New Orleans, combining fresh, locally sourced ingredients and deep respect for Italian culinary traditions to create a unique experience that speaks to the city’s sophisticated and ever-evolving food scene.
The menu is a celebration of fresh Gulf seafood, housemade pastas, and steak big enough for the table to share, featuring dishes such as Seared Scallops with Fennel, Asparagus and Parmesan Broth; Crispy-Skinned American Red Snapper with Lemon and Capers; and Steak Tartare. Guests can also enjoy a four-course, family-style tasting menu, while a focused wine list showcases bold reds, crisp whites, and sparkling selections from Italy, California and Oregon. The cocktail program offers a range of innovative twists on Italian and American classics, including refreshing spritzes, bitter aperitivo, and spirit-forward creations like the Golden Hour, a Manhattan riff with Rittenhouse 100, Cocchi Torino, and Cappelletti Amaro.
The restaurant’s design mirrors its culinary approach—warm, inviting, and effortlessly cosmopolitan—perfect for everything from a casual drink to a celebratory dinner.
Brutto Americano is located at 600 Carondelet St. and will be open daily for breakfast and lunch Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dinner service is 7 days a week from 5-9:30 p.m.
