Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro – Italian
This inviting neighborhood bistro wraps guests in the comforting aromas of slow-simmered meatballs and roasted garlic, creating a space where casual elegance meets the heart of Italian-American soul food. Crisp, vibrant salads and golden, cheese-dusted breadsticks set the stage for a feast that ranges from the zesty heat of glazed wings to artisanal pizzas topped with tender chicken and fragrant cloves. It is a culinary sanctuary where every bite, from the first crunch of a Caesar salad to the last slice of a bubbling pie, feels like a warm invitation to slow down and savor the moment.
7100 East Cave Creek Road, 85331 http://brugospizza.net/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Dairy-Free at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro in Cave Creek has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Moms Spinach Salad, Black Mountain Rockslide and Anti Pasto Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro in Cave Creek has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Moms Spinach Salad, Black Mountain Rockslide and Anti Pasto Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro in Cave Creek has 13 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Homemade Pesto and Spaghetti, Julius Caesar Salad and Chicken with Roasted Garlic Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro in Cave Creek has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sicilian Gelato and Chicken Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro in Cave Creek has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hot Wings, Stella Rosa Prosecco and Anti Pasto Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro in Cave Creek has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Moms Spinach Salad, Black Mountain Rockslide and House Chianti DOCG. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro in Cave Creek has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Homemade Pesto and Spaghetti, Margarita (Four-Cheese Classic) Pizza and Garlic Bread. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro in Cave Creek has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Homemade Pesto and Spaghetti, Garlic Bread and Moms Spinach Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken with Roasted Garlic Pizza | 22.4 g | 63 g |
| Smoky BBQ Chicken Pizza | 50 g | 61.7 g |
| Chicken Marsala | 4 g | 54 g |
| Julius Caesar Salad | 28.3 g | 18.1 g |
| Fresh Homemade Pesto and Spaghetti | 13.3 g | 15.8 g |
| The Big Combo Pizza | 55.5 g | 15.7 g |
| Italian Margarita | 57 g | 15.6 g |
| Hot Wings | 13 g | 14.7 g |
| Rigatoni with Crumbled Italian Sausage | 52.6 g | 14.1 g |
| Sicilian Gelato | 0 g | 14.1 g |
| Homemade Sangria | 35.6 g | 13.4 g |
| Homemade Cheesy Breadsticks | 47.6 g | 12 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Tuesday - Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the dependable service and straightforward atmosphere, finding it a reliable choice for a casual dinner with friends. Reviewers highlight the consistent experience and functional setting, noting that the environment provides a steady
Menu
Starters
- Hot Wings - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Wings - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Homemade Cheesy Breadsticks - $8.5 Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs and Sauce - $8.5: House-made meatballs served with real sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Bread - $8.5: Famous house-made garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Julius Caesar Salad - $8.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Anti Pasto Salad - $8.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moms Spinach Salad - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Caesar Salad - $8.5 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Gourmet Pizzas
- Chicken with Roasted Garlic Pizza - $8.5: Hand-tossed thin crust, chicken, roasted garlic
- Mama Mia Spicy Hot Italian Pizza - $8.5: Hand-tossed thin crust, spicy Italian toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Franktown Pizza - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Big Combo Pizza - $8.5 Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margarita (Four-Cheese Classic) Pizza - $8.5: Four-cheese classic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoky BBQ Chicken Pizza - $8.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Pizza - $8.5: Roasted garlic, artichoke hearts, tomatoes Dietary tags: Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Comfort Food Pastas
- Chrissys Lasagna - $8.5: House-made lasagna Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs - $8.5: Spaghetti with house-made meatballs and sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni with Crumbled Italian Sausage - $8.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Homemade Pesto and Spaghetti - $8.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $8.5 Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Marsala - $8.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Lois Cefalu's Apple Cake - $8.5: Made daily from scratch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Black Mountain Rockslide - $8.5: Made daily from scratch Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Sicilian Gelato - $8.5: Made daily from scratch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Italian Margarita - $8.5: Smooth and delicious specialty cocktail
- Pepperoni Bloody Mary - $8.5: Chrissy's scratch recipe
- Frozen Peach Bellini - $8.5: Includes Prosecco split Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Homemade Sangria - $8.5: Red or White
- Stella Rosa Prosecco - $8.5: Veneto, Italy Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- House Chianti DOCG - $8.5: Imported Italian red wine Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro
- Is Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Moms Spinach Salad, Black Mountain Rockslide and Anti Pasto Salad.
- What can I eat at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro on a dairy-free diet?
- Moms Spinach Salad, Black Mountain Rockslide and Anti Pasto Salad carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Moms Spinach Salad and Black Mountain Rockslide.
- Is Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Brugos Pizza and Italian Bistro?
- Chicken with Roasted Garlic Pizza, at roughly 63g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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