looks are deceiving. we just tried bruno's for the first time tonight. we were very impressed with the service which was very attentive and accommodating. the decor was simple and elegant. other diners were dressed casually from nice shorts or jeans to some women wearing dresses. the wine menu was comprehensive and offered many great wines. however, bruno's fell far short in the quality of the food. we ordered the caprese salad, the filet mignon, the seared tuna, and a chocolate truffle pie. the salad was tasty, although a bit short on the balsamic vinaigrette. the filet was burnt and crispy and had a charred taste except for a small portion. the tuna which was covered in sesame seeds was even more burnt. if i was the owner, i'd certainly be very embarrassed that such poor quality was even attempted to be served. would i recommend this place? probably not when we spent over $140 and neither of us were remotely pleased with either entree. there are many other places in north raleigh and the wake forest area that has far higher food quality with a lower price point. we enjoy good food and will spend the money for it...but this place doesn't offer what we would expect.