Romantic environment and amazing service in the basement THANK YOU Bistro Di zBufalo 200% recommend it! read more

Okay, look. First of all, they serve your soda in actual, full-sized mason jars. Which I am personally obsessed with, because nothing gives me a baseline level of panic quite like having to make awkward eye contact with a server every four minutes just to beg for a refill. So having a massive jar of soda already right in front of me? Huge win. Now, moving on to the slightly traumatizing part: they did not bring out bread to the table. Excuse me? I'm sorry, but if I am sitting down for Italian, table bread is not an optional courtesy--it is a fundamental human right. And it became an even bigger issue when my fettuccine arrived, because the portion size was... let's just say aggressively small for a dinner entree. I was expecting a meal, not a decorative sample. However... it was infuriatingly good. They make their own pasta fresh in-house, and the texture was honestly undeniable. My husband ordered the Margherita pizza, and he literally declared--with complete, uncharacteristic enthusiasm--that it was hands-down the best Margherita pizza he has ever gotten. So, massive points there. What was not a massive point, however, was the subterranean seating situation. We were escorted downstairs into the basement, which was pitch black. But more importantly: the stairs are completely unlit. I'm sorry, but they are actively asking to get sued. It is a litigious nightmare waiting to happen. Someone is going to take one wrong step in the dark, tumble down that staircase, and own the entire restaurant by next Tuesday. They are practically begging for a lawsuit. That being said... despite the pitch-black staircase of death and the tragic lack of dinner rolls, overall? I really liked it. The food completely won me over, and I would definitely go back. I will just be bringing a flashlight and my own emergency focaccia next time. read more

My friend took me here during my visit to Vasilia, and I couldn't believe how amazing everything was. The restaurant itself has a very interesting layout. The upstairs feels like a classic restaurant, while the downstairs has a cool speakeasy vibe that makes the experience even more unique. We ordered an appetizer, pizza, pasta, and the pistachio cake, and every single dish was outstanding. The pizza had the perfect amount of cheese for that satisfying cheese pull. The pasta wasn't just one-dimensional. Everything was perfectly seasoned, tasted fresh, and the quality really stood out. The pistachio cake was the perfect ending to the meal. It had just the right amount of sweetness, allowing the distinct pistachio flavor to shine through, complemented by a subtle hint of coconut that made it even more delicious. Our waiter was attentive, friendly, and made us feel welcome throughout the meal. I'll definitely be coming back the next time I'm in town. Highly recommend! read more

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Solid Italian food located in the heart of downtown Visalia. I got a simple Margherita pizza with pepperoni. It was a very solid pizza. Very fluffy crust on the inside and crispy on the outside. I also ordered a lager to cool off the summer heat. They have a wide range of drink selections here too. The ambiance here is very laid back and chill. Perfect for a family gathering, date, or just a causal hang out. I look forward coming back and try out their other dishes. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

We've always been fans of this place. It has such a great vibe, whether we're sitting inside or out on the patio. This time, I had the Alfredo di Buffala, and it was amazing -- creamy, well-seasoned, and the added chicken breast was the perfect touch. We also ordered the Gambas al Ajillo, which had incredible flavor with just the right amount of kick and acidity. Miguel helped us, and he's always super friendly and attentive. Overall, it was such a nice lunch experience. We'll definitely keep coming back! read more

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Really kind of service, accommodated when they're 10 minutes to closing. We were able to order three amazing woodfired pizzas price at about $20 each and a really great mocktail strawberry daiquiri. Margarita $20.05 5/5, most standard normal flavor. Perfect for our three-year-old. Spicy meat, pizza, name of which I forgot really great salami and really good cheese. Spice was great, strange bit of pancetta? Ham? On top. Did not mesh well with the pizza. Other members of my family commented that it was salty. I enjoyed it. However, the pizza dough is on the saltier side. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience. We'll go back once we're in town again. read more

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The waitress was super nice and friendly. Great atmosphere with real flowers and plants. The food was extremely delicious. There are not a lot of places here in Visalia that do wood fired pizza, so this is a plus. This is my go to spot in downtown Visalia and I will definitely come back read more

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Great vibe to this place and they have a cool 'basement' section as well. Came here with our two young boys for dinner and while they don't have a kids menu, they can do some basics (i.e. buttered noodles, cheeseburger, pizza) in a kid's portion. Sangria and the blush & barrels cocktail (sp?) were refreshing and delicious. Roasted beet salad and fried artichokes were a great start. Margherita pizza and chorizo chickpea pasta rounded out main course. Very friendly and accommodating service. Only drawback is that it can get too loud in the space. read more

If could give this place more than 5 stars I definitely would! 1000% recommend to come and enjoy a fantastic meal; we haven't had the opportunity to enjoy dinner here yet. However, if their brunch is any indication, the food will be leaps and bounds better than you expect. We had the pleasure of having Grace as our waitress, she was the epitome of exemplary in customer service. Grace provided great recommendations, suggestions, and made our first time one to remember. The seasonal menu was phenomenal. Some of the best chilaquiles we ever had, perfect amount of spice, diced up chiles, Bananas foster toast, delicious Irish Coffee, espresso, ice coffee, their homemade focaccia bread! Wow you can't go wrong with anything here. Beautiful location right in the heart of downtown Visalia! We'll be back! Thank you everyone, and thank you, Grace! read more

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My husband and I decided to spend our long awaited date night at Bistro Di Bufala and we are so glad we did! We got insider tips to ask to sit downstairs and that is the move for a more intimate experience. It is dark tho! We order the goat cheese appetizer and it had great flavor. My husband commented he wished it was larger haha. The Diavola pizza was delicious. Just the right amount of spice, the jalapeños were chopped up which I loved! The chicken Alfredo was also spot on, not too heavy. Our total was about 120$ including 4 glasses of wine. Not bad. We will be back! read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Diavola & chicken Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

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This restaurant is located downtown Visalia, so parking is extremely challenging..ALWAYS! But find parking bc this place is so worth it. I took a star off due to the seating..horribly tight seating and not enough tabletop space for cocktails, water glasses, appetizers, etc and way too loud. Kept hearing dishes being banged, etc everything just seemed to echo. Our waitress was friendly and engaging and definitely busy. The ambiance is casual and unfortunately not a great location for large groups. Here's what we had. Cocktail: 1. Old Fashioned: 4/10, bourbon was a bit too "oaky" I would have preferred WhistlePig, Buffalo Trace or Angels Envy. Cherry garnishment was thrown in the glass, no pick. Just a sad cocktail. Appetizers: 1. French fries; shoestring potatoes 10/10 2. Fried Artichoke Hearts: Lightly Fried Artichoke Hearts Served with Basil Cream. Unfortunately, there were so many bracts (tough leaves), we had to keep spitting them out. But the artichoke hearts were fantastic. 7/10 Mains: 1. FREE-RANGE CHICKEN MARSALA Rocky's Pasture Raised Chicken, Cremini Mushrooms, a Creamy Marsala Wine Sauce, atop hand-cut Pasta, served with Sautéed Vegetables. Overall the dish was fantastic, except for the overcooked pasta. 8/10 2. ALFREDO DÍ BUFALA Bronze cut Pappardelle pasta, Bistro Creamy Alfredo Sauce, Parmigiano Reggiano & Pecorino Romano, Parsley add free range chicken breast for an additional fee. Pasta and chicken were cooked perfectly. 10/10 3. Red wine reduction steak with asparagus and roasted potatoes 10/10 Dessert: 1. Pistachio Cake: a light cake, perfect way to end a meal. 10/10 2. Chocolate Cake: 7/10 (reminded me of a Costco sheet cake (basic chocolate cake with a mousse chocolate filling) nothing special. Despite the misses, I would eat here again. read more

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This is hands down the BEST food in Visalia! The only place I recommend to out of town visitors and where I take my family when they stop by. Brunch is by far the most delicious in the valley and a little slept on imo. Their breakfast flatbreads are cooked to perfection and frenxh toast is soo delicious. Lunch and dinner is wonderful also-- love their pizzas and salads! OH and the best cake ever, seriously don't pass it up... ANY flavor is amazing and you can tell it's made from scratch and not too sweet. Staff is always so welcoming and nice! We love sitting on the patio for the vibes and to see beautiful downtown. I would for sure recommend making reservations because this spot fills up fast! read more

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It was my first time going out for dinner in this down and my experience at this restaurant was not good as both the food and service fell short. We made a reservation for 8:30, not knowing the restaurant closed at 9. The food took a while to come out. The server hardly checked on us and was rushing us out when we weren't even done with our food. It was our fault for not checking, but why would a restaurant have reservations available 30 minutes before closing and rush us out? Spaghetti is usually a safe go-to but this one missed the mark. The pasta noodles were clumped together as if they weren't cooked correctly. The chicken marsala was alright. I don't remember the name of the cocktail I ordered, but it had a bad/strong taste which made it hard to even drink. read more

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Brunch is Delicious Had the stuffed French toast cooked to perfection soft and warm inside with a little crunch on the edges. The fruit was fresh & delicious. Also tried the farmers market meal I believe that's the name. Fresh veggies squash carrots broccoli in garlic butter with potatoes & eggs. It was so delicious I didn't get any pictures we were too busy enjoying the yummy food! Side note I've had their flat bread pizza too and it's also great! Drinks are very good too! Our server was amazing I didn't catch her name but I recognized her from another restaurant. With her serving downstairs & us upstairs she did amazing! Definitely will be back to try the dinner menu. Thank you! read more

Food average Service average Ambiance okay Wobble chairs , very cramped seating. Overall experience was okay nothing special. read more

I almost always get the house Alfredo. Yummy and satisfying. It always feels warm and inviting here. Miguel and Lauren are both beautiful people. Thank you. read more

Came in last night for dinner driving around town deciding what we were having. Decided on this hidden place it was small and dark from the outside. Once we walked it we a greeted. Didn't take long to be seared down stairs but the place was full and very loud. Not a place to bring your family especially kids On a Friday night. The menu is small and simple not alot but I would say everything is probably delicious since it tastes authentic. We ordered an appetizer which I highly recommend with goat cheese and pita bread, a pizza and we added pepperoni which is full of flavor. The spaghetti and meatballs were simple but full of flavor. I will definitely be back to try the chicken Alfredo I can't only imagine what it tastes like . Thank you to all the amazing cooks read more

the pasta here is super yummy! it was pretty busy when we came so we were sat outside on the patio. im only docking a star for the service, it was very minimal and we weren't checked on very often. the food was delicious though so id like to try it again, hopefully the service is a little more attentive next time! read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Alfredo pasta & spaghetti with meatballs - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

Love this place! Its conveniently located in the heart of downtown Visalia. Food was so delicious! And staff was incredibly friendly and made great recommendations. The place is clean and cozy. Highly recommended this place to anyone looking for a good meal and quality service. read more

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We had a lovely dinner here as a party to five for my birthday. Our server was super friendly and upbeat. The restaurant was super loud though and our food took a very long time to come out. To eat I had the Capelli D'Angelo with shrimp. This is such a simple and delicious tomato pasta made with San marzano tomatoes. The shrimp were also a delicious addition! I of course enjoyed a delicious amaretto sour, and then I also tried a cocktail with Marmalade in the title. The flavor was unique, citrus and floral and not too sweet, but not my favorite. Overall this is the best place in town for Italian food that feels authentic, but unfortunately the wait times were very Italian as well! read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Capelli D'Angelo with shrimp - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

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We had an eventful morning and were starving for lunch. Not here in Visalia often, but stumbled upon Bistro Di Bufala. We walked in on a Saturday around 11:30am and since we didn't have reservations, we were told to be seated outside. Good thing the patio area where we were seated had a fan to cool us down since it was in the triple digits that day. The order: I have been on a pasta run lately, so I ordered the spaghetti with meatballs, no parm cheese sub mozzarella. It was such a delicious meal. The sauce was great, my noodles were Al dente, and my meatballs were a great size, not dry at all. It was splendid. My husband opt for something healthy and hearty so he got a beets salad and added beef to it. The salad was a nice blend of Smokey flavor from the beef, it has caramelized walnuts that's was a nice added texture and sweetness to the plate, and the beets were so good. Loved his meal, I kept forking for some. I got the kids the Margherita pizza and they loved it. It's more of a thin crust, flatbread style pizza and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Service was great, our server checked on us just the right amount of times making sure we have water and brought our extra plates for us all. Great food here and would come back if I am in the area. read more

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We love everything the food, service, atmosphere, and the cake! 10 outa 10! Highly recommend. Definitely worth the $$$ read more

We were Ready for a date night ; craving some Italian so we decided to try here. Heads up if you want to eat inside the dinning room make a reservation; walk ins have to sit at the bar . We decided to sit at the bar downstairs; what a good decision that was . Nice ; dark; intimate ambiance with great service. We both ordered spaghetti with meatballs; yummy. Meatballs were tender; portions were a good size. If they offered complimentary bread; I would have cleaned the plate entirely. read more

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Bistro Di Bufala, definitely make reservations if you're wanting to go out on the weekend! We ordered drinks, the Garden Party is a must! It's gin, elderflower, green tea, lemon and simple syrup and the Better with Age which is barrel age, bourbon, simple syrup, angostura & orange bitters, express orange peels, and a cherry garnish, simply delicious we ordered Fried Artichokes which was lightly fried and served with a basil cream absolutely divine. Our meal consisted of the Alfredo di Bufala dish (I added chicken), the Chicken Marsala & the special of Bone-in Ribeye. The Bronze cut Pappardelle pasta was cooked to perfection the creamy alfredo sauce, with two cheeses (parmigiano reggiano & pecorino romano) with parsley in my opinion it could have used a little salt, but if that's the only complaint, it's fine. I would still order the dish again. The chicken Marsala included sautéed vegetables (cooked perfectly), the hand-cut pasta topped with mushrooms & a wine sauce, made this dish a favorite. The ribeye was 20oz with a red wine glaze the steak was ordered medium and it was served with tender potatoes, definitely a meat and potatoes lovers heaven! We ended the evening with a pistachio and a chocolate cake, both were equally tasty. Oh, let's not forget the service, which was on point! read more

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A random night out with friends led us to Bufals Di Bistro, and I'm so glad it did. I definitely recommend making a reservation because the wait can be long, but we all agreed the food was absolutely worth it. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, and every dish we tried was amazing! Such a relaxing vibe and great ambiance too. read more

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Stopped in here for happy hour the other day and I was pleasantly surprised with how INCREDIBLE the pizza we had was. The sangria was huge and came in a very large mason jar. We will definitely be coming back for dinner very soon and every dish at the table next to us looked absolutely delicious! read more

This was the perfect spot for our wedding anniversary dinner date. I walked in around noon and made a reservation with the staff for 7pm. They gave us the most romantic table! The food was phenomenal. My husband and I shared an inslata mista, meatballs, and Margherita pizza. It was all so fantastic. I ordered the steamed clams as my "entree" and my husband had the gambas al ajillo. The flavors were out of this world!! The best. We paired our meal with a gifted bottle of wine we brought for a corkage fee. We ended our dinner with a slice of coconut cake. It was amazing. Overall we had the most beautiful night. read more

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James was my server and he was excellent. I ordered exactly what he recommended, Alfredo pasta with salmon--loved it! To wash that down I had the Farmers Only cocktail which had a delicious spicy kick and I highly recommend it. I share 4/5 Stars for the reason my Salmon was fresh hot while the Alfredo pasta was room temp and the dish itself is $34... which is pricey to not receive perfection. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Alfredo Pasta with Salmon and Farmers Only cocktail - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

Service is good, downtown never disappoints, they took a bit to bring the food BUT it wasn't beyond 35 mins & honestly, it was a packed so I could understand. Ambiance was family, youngsters, right on point. Food was extremely good, drinks and attention. I can't deliver the 5 star because of parking and bringing food to the table but I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Great food, drinks, and service! All of their pizzas are delicious and their chicken alfredo is the best in Visalia. I would recommend having a reservation it makes everything easier! read more

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The food is excellent. The taste is great . The menus varied. The presentation is excellent. The ambience is urban and upscale . We have enjoyed for lunch and dinner. We enjoy it every time . The only issue has been parking. Plan to have at least a short walk. read more

Bistro di Bufala totally lived up to the hype! Since we didn't have reservations, we sat at the downstairs bar and honestly, I'm so glad we did. The whole place had such a great vibe. It was cozy, lively, and perfect for a casual night out. We ordered the steamed clams and two pizzas, and left absolutely stuffed and satisfied. The clams were perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. Another server mentioned afterward that you can actually add pasta to the dish... I wish I'd known earlier because that's exactly what I came for! They didn't have the seasonal pasta listed on Yelp anymore, but the clams really made up for it. The pizzas took a bit longer to come out, but 100% worth the wait. Super flavorful and the crust was spot on. The server even brought out their special sauce for dipping, which was a really nice touch. My only tiny complaint? The pizza wasn't cut properly, which made it a little messy to eat. Other than that, everything was excellent. Definitely recommend this spot. Great food, great service, great vibe, and the bar seating was actually a win! read more

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Drinks were on the strong side, but still good. The food was delicious from the freshness of the Bruschetta to the flavorful pizza. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Chicken Alfredo and Special of the week - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

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There are two floors to explore when you visit Bistro Di Bufala! Anything on the menu is amazingly delicious! The service is excellent, the servers are friendly and accommodating. The main floor is light and bright with a fun atmosphere. Eating out in the patio is just as inviting. read more

Food was great ! Very creative combinations. Service was polite ,attentive and informative. casual setting , true to its name Bistro . Love this place will be back many times . The menu choices got me wanting to try more . Had a wonderful Lunch ! Thank you read more

A nice little Italian bistro in downtown Visalia. Food was good; I got the Spaghetti & Meatballs and could definitely taste the difference with the hand cut noodles and house made meatballs. Service was a little slow, but the server was very friendly and nice. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Spaghetti & Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

Finally! i got to visit this place that has been on my list forever. We came on a sunday , they offered their regular lunch menu and they have a brunch menu as well. Since it was my first time i wanted to try the regular menu and ordered the alfredo pasta and shared a cesar salad. Both were amazing! The pasta did not need any protein it was delicious as is. My friend ordered the angel hair pasta which she enjoyed. She also ordered a club soda which was delicious. The service was amazing! our waiter i didn't get his name but he was on it! great customer service. The ambiance was nice had indoor and outdoor seating. a little on the small side but it was nice. Will def be back and hope to get the same waiter . read more

Bistro Di Bufala - angel hair pasta - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

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Went for brunch. Pretty packed. We were seated immediately. Lauren was our waitress. She had a great personality! Can't wait to try their dinner menu next. read more

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Got the diavola pizza and Alfredo di bufala with chicken. Delicious. What I want to express is how delicious the Cookies and Cream Cake was. My wife got it and she said that she would come eat at this place just to get that. Service was amazing. Our server was extremely nice and natural. This place is always busy because of how good their food is. I would say it's one of the best places to visit when you're in Visalia. You will like the ambiance and how cordial the servers always are. read more

My niece was craving pasta today, so we tried Bistro Di Bufala after seeing the great reviews. I called ahead for a reservation since it looked like a smaller spot, and I'm glad I did most of the tables were full when we arrived. We were seated right away and greeted warmly. Service was a bit of a mixed bag. Our waitress dropped off waters and silverware without saying much, which gave off a slightly off vibe, though not outright rude. We ended up ordering our food and drinks at the same time since drinks weren't offered up front. Now, the food, absolutely worth it. My niece had pasta Alfredo with chicken, and it tasted super fresh. The noodles were perfect. I went with the open-face steak sandwich on flatbread, and wow. The flavors of the fennel, steak, and onions all came together perfectly. Honestly, that dish alone will bring me back. The only part that held me back from giving five stars was the checkout process. Instead of an itemized bill, we were just given the total, which felt a little odd. On top of that, the way the change was broken down made it tricky to leave a standard tip. Not a huge deal, but it left the experience ending on a slightly awkward note. Overall though, the food was excellent, the space cozy, and I'd absolutely come back again next time maybe for that sandwich alone. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Chicken Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

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