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    Bonta

    4.4 (727 reviews)
    ModerateCafes, Italian, Pizza
    Open 10:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Dominique C.

    This is a small hole in the wall Italian restaurant. Went in with tempered expectations and was very pleasantly surprised. Both the service and the food was great. They had us try the wine before serving which is very classic Italian restaurant. They checked on us a good amount. The food was delicious. We got the vodka pasta and the braciola with pasta. The bread was also good with a nice amount of butter. This is a great place to go if you are visiting Lincolnshire for the evening.

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    Katie M.

    The garlic bread + mozzarella was yummy and great to share with the table. The pizzas were all really solid, and they're a great size for one meal. Our waitress was attentive and great and very nice, and the staff was also attentive, keeping our water filled and making sure we had everything we needed. It's not the cutest place ever, and the women's bathroom had a peculiar sign on the inside of the door, but it's homey and clean. I would love to try their pastas, but they were much pricier than the pizzas. Knocking a star, though, because the prices listed on the menu were wrong - they actually charged us $2 more per item, without saying anything about that.

    Braciole
    Karyn M.

    A bit of a Clark Kent, Bontá is nondescript and unassuming in a strip mall. But take off the glasses (aka step inside) and you get traditional Italian flavors and pizzas in a casual atmosphere. Though the parking lot looked empty, inside the restaurant was almost filled and Uber drivers and customers were constantly coming in to pick up orders. After seeing arancini all over my FYP, we split an arancini appetizer that was as big as my fist. It was hot, golden brown and a melty cheesy meat mixture oozed out. Lots of traditional Italian pastas on the menu. I selected the braciole, which I've never had before, which translates to meat rolled over coals. It was flank steak stuffed with garlic and prosciutto and simmered in red sauce for hours. Man, I was surprised at how tender it was -- I could cut it with a fork, and didn't need to chew hardly at all. It came with pasta and a side garden salad. I tried my friend's gnocchi in vodka sauce, the gnocchi was pleasantly chewy and the sauce was rich, creamy and tasty. Service was pleasant but there was a bit of a wait between our dishes; therefore we did not try dessert. Overall, the dishes were well-executed, reasonably priced, and surprisingly good. The dining area is rather small, but we did see several groups of people dining (birthday, multi-generational, friends). I would like to come back for the pizza.

    Side Salad
    Stephen L.

    Bonita has a great, friendly staff. They seem to have updated their menu. They have great pizza and now they have pasta dishes and entrees. On salads, they offer three dressings, which seems kind of limited. They offer for house dressing basically a small cup of balsamic vinegar. It's not very creative or good unless you like balsamic vinegar very much. The garden salad could use some tomato and the finely diced red pepper is a bit hard to eat, larger pieces would be easier to eat. I ordered the vodka, sausage, and peas pasta. It had thoroughly coated pasta but not much extra sauce. I'm fine with that but if you are looking for soupy pasta, this isn't your dish. It's barely just enough sauce. The flavor was good including the sausage. When I woke, through, I had extreme thirst so I suspect they use heavy salt. I don't appreciate restaurants that have a heavy salt hand. Sodium isn't good for your health and it's a cheap way to flavor food. The flavor comes at the consumer's expense with elevated thirst and blood pressure. I'll go back for certain but probably will stick to the pizza.

    Wine bar
    Steve S.

    Great flavorful pasta and garlic bread, Authentic Napoletana style Margherita pizza just like you'd get in Italy. The kind where the crust alone has that delicious, chewy quality that makes it taste so good even on its own. Friendly staff, clean bathrooms, a couple outdoor seating options. Nice early hours, opening at 10:30 am on Saturday. They even have a nice little section where they put a small wine bar area.

    Arancini
    Monic L.

    I was looking for something different to eat before seeing a show at the Marriot and stumbled upon Bonta. Tucked in the corner of a strip mall it can definitely be missed. I walked in and was greeted and was sat at a table in the back. They have a casual fancy vibe going on. The tables are covered with white paper table cloths to add a little class. My server came and I placed an appetizer for the arancini. I wish I would have placed my main entree too because after I received my appetizer (from a runner) my server didn't come around to check on me for awhile so I could place it. I ordered pesto rigatoni with chicken and I was underwhelmed. The chicken was on the dry side and pesto wasn't as flavorful as I know pesto to be. It comes with a side and bread. I upgraded to Caesar Salad which was delicious. I was on a time crunch so no time to wait for their dessert. I'll be back though to try their pizzas and calzones. Pasta I'll skip.

    Eggplant Parmigiana minus a couple of bites
    Matthew K.

    I have been ordering food from Bonta for years and I didn't realize that I had never written a review. Shame on me for not sharing the greatness that is Bonta. In the past, I have often ordered their wood-fired pizzas for pickup. They have always been tremendous. But this time I actually ate in the restaurant instead of ordering pickup. Our dining experience was very pleasant. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive and the food was good as always. I couldn't resist ordering my go-to pizza, the quattro formaggi which is a white pizza made with mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, ricotta, and gorgonzola. Yum! My wife ordered the eggplant parmigiana which I had never had before. It was amazing, sooo good. That might be my new go-to dish there. If you are looking for some great Italian food in the Lincolnshire area, you can never go wrong with Bonta!

    The Italiano to go
    Aaron S.

    This is a very nice casual Italian restaurant, that is extremely convenient. In addition to the very well done Italian specialties, they have a great selection of sandwiches that are perfect for a quick lunch treat. I would say the quality of the food could be considered upscale and authentic, at the same time it functions similar to a deli with its casual nature and inconvenience. The service was great and they were extremely friendly.

    Ira M.

    Bonta kept coming up as a suggestion. We finally tried it tonight. The food was outstanding and the staff was very welcoming. #iraeats #iraeats1

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    Cute bistro. Great paninis and arancini! Hidden gem in Lincolnshire for lunch. It seems like it's run by a family owned team

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    Owner rude. Food ok. I've given them many chances now I'm done. Many other options out there.

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    Great food. Great service. Love this place. Great for families! We keep coming back and will go again!

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    Been here a couple time, take out and dine in. Great service! Thin crust ready in no time!…read more Dine in is the best coz the pizza was fresh out of the oven! Crispy crust and fresh ingredients. Esp like their seasonings on the Italian sausage, the Hawaiian with thick ham! :)

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    5/22/26 Eh, idk. I…read moreordered online for lunch/dinner -- a small personal cheese and pepperoni pizza. First off, they charged $1.60 for the extra topping, which was pepperoni, and I think I counted maybe six pieces on the whole pizza. A little light for the upcharge. Walking in though, the place was clean, small, but efficient. They had pizza by the slice, fresh pies coming out of the oven, and a pretty big menu with lots of options. While waiting for my personal pizza, I looked over and saw a rotating display full of fresh slices -- sausage, specialty pizzas, etc. I ended up grabbing an Italian beef slice with sweet and hot peppers after another customer told me it was really good. Threw in an RC Cola and a side of ranch too. Total came out to around $16. Got back to work and started with the Italian beef slice. It was cold, which I won't knock too hard because who knows how long it had been sitting there. I was told it was spicy, but honestly not really. You could tell by the way the slice fell apart while eating it that it had probably been sitting for a bit. As for the personal pizza, it was cheesy, decent amount of pepperoni, and not overloaded with sauce, which I liked. But overall... it just lacked flavor. I can't fully put my finger on it, but it feels like it's missing something. Maybe seasoning? Salt? Not sure. That said, service was good, prices weren't terrible, and I do like the concept. Cheap, quick, fast lunch spot. I'd probably give it another try.

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    1.7(42 reviews)
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    Here's what you need to know: Friday night Pi Day early dinner pickup order. food was made…read moreabsolutely perfectly. The right amount of cheese, sauce, toppings. Freshness was exceptional - hot from the oven. Picked up the phone when I called. Order was taken courteously. No complaints. Exceeded expectations for a national chain restaurant franchise. Ambiance is nothing of note. Carry out pizza store

    Oh boy, let me tell you about the wildest experience I ever had at Papa John's! Picture this: it's…read morea Friday night, and I'm starving after a long week. I decide to treat myself to a large pepperoni pizza with extra cheese--because why not? The vibe was casual, the scent of fresh dough wafted through the air, and I was ready for a slice of heaven. But then, things took a bizarre turn. Just as I placed my order, a group of college students burst in, loud and full of energy. They were already hyped up when they challenged each other to a "Pizza Toss Battle." I thought it was a joke at first, but they actually grabbed pizzas! One guy, in a Hawaiian shirt, launched a pizza into the air like a frisbee. It spiraled across the restaurant, landed on a surprised family's table, and everyone erupted in laughter. Not to be outdone, the girl next to me--who was channeling serious ninja vibes--took her own pizza and catapulted it toward the front counter. It splatted against the wall, cheese and toppings sliding dramatically to the floor. The staff at Papa John's? Unfazed. They stood behind the counter in utter disbelief, some chuckling and others preparing to usher in the chaos. The showdown continued, with pizza cheese flinging as the human shields (a.k.a. customers) ducked for cover. I sat there, half in shock and half in awe, clutching my order ticket and debating whether to join the pizza war or retreat with my pride intact. At one point, someone even launched a box of garlic knots into the fray. You know what they say: "All's fair in love and pizza!" Eventually, the manager decided enough was enough. With pizza hands raised as a peace offering, he called for a time-out. "Free pizza for everyone! Just no more flying dough!" he declared. The entire restaurant cheered, and just like that, we all became allies over a shared extravaganza of cheesy goodness. By the time my glorious pizza finally arrived, I felt like I was part of the most unexpected pizza party ever. It was the best pizza I've ever had--not just because of the taste, but because of the unforgettable experience. If you're looking for a wild night filled with laughter and the occasional flying pizza, Papa John's is where you've got to be. Five stars, but only because I can't give it more!

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    It always seems to be a pretty decent time eating out here. The decor (inside and outside) looks…read morequite nice and gives a upscale vibe despite having a more casual menu. There is plenty of space in the entryway to stand around, though actual seating is limited. That being said, I can't recall ever having a horrible wait time if we came when it was busy. The hosts are good about getting people on the list and seating them at a reasonable pace. It's also pretty sweet to see the dessert counter at the front so you can see what treats they offer. As I stated previously, the inside looks nice and furnishing is well maintained. It definitely shows when they are rushed however, as the floors usually need to swept. The last time I went there was also crumbs on the napkin they placed on our table. The menus are big but they do have stuff for every palate to pick from. The free bread is alright, nothing too wild. The servers are always warm and welcoming, and very knowledgable of the menu. It can take a little while for the food to come out but it's worth the wait in my opinion. The crispy fried cheese is a little greasy, but quite tasty. It's a big portion but fulfilling for sure. The flatbread pizza was enjoyable as well, with a good crispy crust. My girlfriend also felt highly about the Teriyaki Salmon Bowl. She said it was quite flavorful and unique. We also agreed that the fries were a banger as well. Right amount of crispy and seasoning. For dessert, my go to is always the Oreo dream extreme cheesecake. 100% a must have for oreo lovers. Not too sweet but still hits well. So, a few minor kinks to work out but otherwise a worthwhile dining experience. Will always recommend as a good spot for comfort meals and family time, and great cheesecake.

    First time at this location. Was in to pick up cheesecake. The girl at the counter, right when you…read morewalk in with the pink dyed hair, decided she was going to take my order take my money and then make me wait to get it. She took two people after me that were waiting. Then she proceeded to work on other people's cheesecake orders yet there was no one else there but me. Luckily the manager came by and asked if I was being taken care of, and I said "I'm sure, eventually." He went through a door and then I asked the girl to please pack my order. She interrupted me and said sure but still did not take care of it. The manager came back out and packed my order for me. I will never ever go to this location again. All I was doing was picking up cheesecake. I hope that he is going to have this girl retrained in Customer Service. She knew exactly what she was doing. Maybe she didn't like the way I looked. Maybe she didn't like what I ordered, who knows. No matter what her behavior was unacceptable. There are so many restaurants around. Customer Service is so important. Customers will not go back to a restaurant that does not value customers. This restaurant lost me and anyone else that I talk to because of this one employee. No matter how good the food is, if the Customer Service is poor then the restaurant is poor. I hope the manager will see this.

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