Food was very good and service was good. Expensive but very tasty. I really liked the linguine and clams /light sauce but very garlicky

The food is generally pretty good here, but the prices are horrific. I am pleased that they have a good following, but the prices are shameless so we go very rarely. The ambience is OK for what you get and the service is usually efficient. They also charge a ridiculously high corkage fee. They even charge the corkage if you buy a bottle of wine. Really they do everything to make you not want to come back as they gouge you. read more

What a disaster and disappointment! Easter dinner for 10 with 4 children and we waited 2 hours 15 mins and did not get our food! The children were done and we waited way too long for dinner. All other tables were served and wines and dined. They clearly did not want us there and did not want us to ever come back. And we won't! $300 later we paid the check with to-go boxes 2-1/2 hours after we sat down. Not so Happy Easter. read more

I have been wanting to go to this restaurant for 2 years (ever since we moved to Jupiter). The interior is inviting with warm wood, white tablecloths & soft lighting. For cocktails, I had a super Tuscan that was amazing. Perfect for a rainy night. The other three diners had special cocktails that they loved. For dinner I ordered the Jermann Fruili (fruity, dry white). We were graced with bruschetta that was a great indication of things to come. We ordered Caesar salad & it arrived already plated and each salad was inside a parmesan cheese bowl. The salad was light and perfectly dressed with an anchovy on the side. For entrees I had linguine & clams. The pasta was fresh & light. My sister had the ravioli with red sauce. The sauce was amazing & the ravioli were filled with cheese. Yum. My husband had the Diver Scallops. They were fat & cooked to perfection. My brother in law had the bolognese. There was not a drop of sauce left on his plate after he mopped it up with crunchy Italian bread. Dessert included pistachio chocolate cake with raspberry sorbet, tiramisu, pistachio & chocolate gelati and ricotta cheesecake. This was truly a fine dining experience. read more

Food and service was very good. Will be one of our favorite restaurants The restaurant itself is very nice. New rooms have been added to accommodate more people but it didn't affect service read more

Buonasera is a lovely establishment. With that being said, it was just okay this time. This was my second visit, and's I was excited to return. But everyone at the table was kinda like ehhh about the food. Apps - burrata cheese, eggplant parm, clams Entrees - Dover sole, goat cheese/eggplant ravioli, NY strip w/pizzaiola Desserts - tiramisu, chocolate mousse, apple cake, vanilla gelato Best of apps - clams (sauce was superb! Used the sauce to dip the bread into ) Best of Entrees - Dover sole (lemon, garlic, artichoke, capers, spinach, mashed potatoes) nice but not special, ya know? Best of Desserts - chocolate mousse ( beautifully done ) Worst of the night - NY Strip w/ pizzaiola (odd flavor and texture in the meat, almost like it was (gasp!)...frozen! The best thing about it was that my overhead photo made it look like a bat on the plate lol The tomato based sauce with the goat cheese/eggplant ravioli was just a hard no. It wasn't bad, but the flavor profile didn't make sense. Not a match made in heaven, I'll just say that. Also, it's worth mentioning the burrata changed since the last time I was there and not for the better. And lastly, do not get the apple cake. Dry and forgettable. Needs to be removed from the menu. It's not a good representation of the kitchen. Again, everything was okay. Ambiance was gorgeous and classy. Service was great. Our group was pretty much collectively underwhelmed, but not disappointed if you get me. Any way I did take some stunning photos of the outside dining and of each dish. Another review giving it to you straight no chaser. Enjoy! read more

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Food & Service superb! The zucchini blossom appetizer is perfection. Everyone at the table was very pleased with their dish.

No seed oils!!!! Hallelujah!!! It is a pleasure to dine in this restaurant. Great food. No "engine lubricants " in my food

Visiting the area, we loved the vibe of the people and place here. They had our favorites, from stuffed zucchini blossoms, white anchovies, beautiful veal chops to gorgeously done local fish. Don't skip desserts, they are fantastic. We loved Buonasera, and think this is a gem we'll come back to even though it's a long way from home! read more

Compliments to the Chef/owner, had dinner last weekend with friends & the food, presentation, ambience and service was amazing. We all enjoyed the delicious grilled octopus, & eggplant appetizers followed up by a perfectly cooked & presented veal chop Milanese. Highly recommend for a wonderful culinary experience accompanied by warm, spotless decor. read more

3.75 for Buonasera. I got the chicken Parmesan without the eggplant. This did not come with pasta? So I asked and the waiter said yes we can add some pasta for you ( he never said it would be an additional $16 for the pasta) I will say the linguini side dish was cooked to perfection. We also had the mussels as our app - they were good size and taste. The waiter was knowledgeable about the menu and friendly - we sat on the porch where the neighbor restaurant had music playing. We thought it was good but not amazing/ we would come back again if a group wanted to go there. read more

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Greeted warmly; table by window. Our server immediately helped with the bottle of wine we brought and after opening it gave us the menu. We had a ravioli veal appetizer that was amazing then for our entrees ; i had their strip steak which was as good or better a cut then capital grill and my wife had dover sole. I never write reviews but the evening was perfect; this restaurant reminds me of the old days when having a special meal was considered fine dining still exists. read more

This is where you go for a special date where you will be treated to the best service and atmosphere. There is a bit of a premium for this level of pampering, but the food is exquisite. I think it's worth it. The only Cab they offered by the glass was more than $25. As I said, this place is fine but I can't afford it all the time. read more

Buonasera Ristorante since 1993 - Shown is half of the veal and Pasta ragu. We split both. - Italian Near Me - Jupiter, Florida

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Arrived at the restaurant a bit early went to bar no one there but the bartender continued to make drinks for the seated diners and barely acknowledge us. Got seated waitstaff was very professional and courteous. Food started coming out and was well prepared and of good quality. Drinks and food are fairly expensive a glass of wine was over $20. Portions were adequate and quality is not top tier but freshly prepared. I would give the restaurant between 3.5 and 4 because there are no half scores I gave it the 4. Not sure if we will return at this time. read more

Hard to rate this, but I I don't get the rave reviews. Its atmosphere was very nice, and pleasant. The food, honestly just okay. We're traveled, we're Italian, we frequent Italy and eat Italian by preference. I just thought the food looked pretty but otherwise, I've had our order in many places prepared with more flavor and far less expensive. I thought it was pricey, and hated the imaging of a very unapproachable wine list. It's wonderful for the wine connoisseur but the enormity , and the wine Stewart were not easy to appreciate. This was a Captains list, you can still sell me expensive wine, but maybe have a wine list with a more well known choices in a variety of price points. The staff was nice, our waiter the same, but not very attentive. So to me this was an average pricey upscale imaged Italian restaurant. read more

The food, waitstaff, and ambience is exceptional. I love the bread here, it's similar to Portobello and is crunchy delicious. They have extensive wine options, along with a full bar. The Apps consisted of the grilled octopus and zucchini blossoms. Both were very good. Entrées were black squid ink pasta, covered with octopus, clams, scallops, and assorted other fish. The dish was delicious. My wife had the eggplant melanzana olandese appetizer as her main. She loved it. We finished with espresso and Sambuca for dessert. Overall, an exceptional experience. read more

I recently visited Buonasera for the first time and I was a little underwhelmed. For an Italian restaurant that has existed since 1993 and has four dollar signs on Yelp ($$$$) I was expecting to have a meal that left me wanting more! Although the carbonara was good, I don't feel it matched the price. We did enjoy the Fiori do Zuccini & Mozzarella Caprese starter, but it is a smaller serving for $26. The ambiance is romantic with white table cloths, dim lighting, and candles at each table. They offer outdoor seating as well with beautiful flowers and vines surrounding the entrance. I have no complaints about the service as our waitress was attentive and friendly. read more

Restaurant is beautiful but very loud. Food was excellent. Was our anniversary so they sent a special dessert which was lovely! read more

Buonasera Ristorante since 1993 - Chocolate Mousse Cake and homemade biscottis - Italian Near Me - Jupiter, Florida

Where do i begin it was more than a 5 star experience. From the beginning to End! We walked in with a wonderful greeting to be sat our our table outside under an atmosphere with a tent and lights. This distinguished gentleman Pepe and his assistant Alessandro came over to introduce themselves and tell us about the menu and the restaurant itself. I have to admit my son works there so we let him take charge gave him all the menus and he ordered a four course meal that was unforgettable. We started out with appetizers ranging from ricotta, stuffed meatballs, to the most delicious squid and vegetarian pea soup that the flavors just bounced around in your mouth. We then received a selection of three different pastas, homemade to order on a plate that each was so distinctive and taste, smell, that you just eat it very slowly to take each bite in the next course. What is the main meal it was seven of us, and we shared four different main meals that were absolutely delicious and the presentation was as beautiful as every bite you took, we had branzino, salmon, Dover sole and a veal chop. That was just out of this world. Then dessert came out with a piece of tiramisu, a little pastry filled with a delicious cream and topped with a warm chocolate. It was absolutely delicious. If you have not experienced this restaurant, do not wait, do not wait. From the moment you walk into the moment, you leave, it will be more than a five star experience. read more

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A great experience from atmosphere to service and food! The outdoor dining area is inviting, comfortable and spacious with plenty of distance between tables. The inside dining room is elegant and classy. We dined outdoors and it was beautiful. The service provided by our waiter, Gary was top notch! He was friendly, as accommodating and professional. He was one of the best waiters we've ever been served by. He truly helped make the experience memorable. They have an extensive and award winning wine list. I had a glass of Super Tuscany that was very good. The food was all delicious and beautifully presented. We stated with the CAESAR salad which is served in a crisp parmigiana cheese bowl (see photo). For our main dish we split their version oh veal parmigiana called Norma. It had pieces of eggplant on top along with sprinkled tomato, mozzarella and potatoes (see photo). It was outstanding! We also split the hose special pasta ( I won't even try to spell its name) but it's highlighted in green on the menu. It is semolina pasta imported from Italy wit seared beef and mushrooms in a gravy sauce. Creative and delicious. We finished our meal with a raspberry sorbet which was a perfect ending for this great meal. We can't wait til we visit the Jupiter area around New Years to return to this wonderful restaurant! Thanks for a great experience. read more

Buonasera Ristorante since 1993 - Veal Norma - Italian Near Me - Jupiter, Florida

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Absolutely one of the best Italian restaurants for an elegant dinner and impeccable service. It was my first time there, but I felt as if I were a long-time customer because the attention we received was superior. The enjoy group felt the same way. Enjoy! read more

Best Italian food in the Jupiter area, hands down. The food is absolutely spectacular. We started with the cacio e Pepe, the scallops and burrata appetizer. Everything was fantastic. The burrata came with roasted peppers, and prosciutto wrapped around it with a pesto sauce; the scallops came over lentils and the pasta was great - seasoned very well. For dinner we had the gnocchi with baby meatballs, tomato basil and mozzarella cream and the dover sole in a lemon and butter sauce with mashed potatoes. My gf's friend was in town from NYC and even she was really impressed. Service was great too. read more

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Reluctantly I write this review because the beautiful restaurant is already very busy and we look forward to our next dining experience. Last night we enjoyed one of the best meals I have ever had and I am not alone in this sentiment. The cuisine and service at absolutely first class all the way. We started our meal Barbaietole & Prosciutto di Parma and Langostinos and both appetizers were absolutely delicious. I had the Rigatoni salsa Bolognese my friend had the Gnocchi e polpettine and my Fiancé had an absolutely amazing shellfish and pasta dish. We then ordered crème brûlée and the Bigne alla vaniglia which were out of this world. We took home leftovers and they were almost as amazing as they were the first time around. Unfortunately I don't have any photos to post. I can just tell you to imagine the best Italian food you have ever had and it will meet or exceed that experience. Grazie Chef and Staff at Buonasera Ristorante. If I could give you 10 stars I would. Absolutely fantastic!!! read more

Beautiful restaurant, service was very good, and the food was excellent. My family has been dining here since the 90s, but I haven't been in awhile and I was happy to see that it was still amazing. We had the arugula salad, meatball, my mom had the gnocchi, I had the Buonasera Ragu, my brother had cacio e pepe. Everything was very good and service was attentive but not overbearing. We'll be back! read more

Amazing meal and service. Very lite, not heavy portions. Cooked in olive oil not butter. Not creamy, but delicious!

Service was sufficient but not professional, he took our order and delivered the food in a timely manner. Never checked on us to ensure we were happy, never asked if anyone in our party wanted grated cheese , etc. the restaurant is crazy expensive. My friend ordered salmon for $46. It was a 5 oz. Portion with nothing else on the plate. She ordered a side of spinach $16. My chicken nonna was $36 , 2 thin filets with no eggplant and very little mozzarella. Four people, 5 cocktails, 4 main and 2 appetizers was $200. It was a very average dining experience. Little ambiance and average service . I prefer CountyLine pizza for 1/3 the price. read more

Excellent experience - great food, great service, great presentation! The Puttanesca was amazing!! Lobster, linguine and very fresh sauce. Everything was great from the antipasti to the gelato! We will definitely go back! read more

I'm sorry to say my experience here last night was very disappointing. The interior of the restaurant is uncomfortably loud, far too loud for conversation with our party. The service was off...our waiter came and went and there were big gaps at times in the pacing of the service. My bolognese was not remarkable, no one offered grated cheese or fresh pepper, and no one took a second drink order. Make no mistake, this is a very pricey restaurant! Everything from start to finish should have been nothing short of excellent. There are many terrific Italian restaurants in the area who lovely ambiance, attentive service and fabulous food at reasonable prices. read more

Very good Very good The best in Jupiter. Charming. Servici is the Best my favorite H Voss Eliasberg

The food is great. The service as always is on point. The ambiance is great as well. Best restaurant in Jupiter. read more

THE BEST restaurant in south Florida! We've had the distinct pleasure of dining here every year during the Honda Classic. The food is unbelievable and the service superb! Chef Leo is an artist with his presentation and when it tastes even better than it looks- you've got perfection! His wife Aleksandra is the gracious and beautiful hostess who ensures your experience is a memorable one. We cannot say enough about this fabulous culinary gem! Thank you, Chef Leo and Aleksandra! read more

Came to this recommendation from a co worker whose parents live in Tequesta. My in laws live in Jupiter- and we visit frequently. What an amazing surprise! 1. Host greeted us immediately and sat us down at our reservation time. 7pm for 4 people. Pleasant and extremely welcoming! 2. Alexandra was our waitress. On HER game!!!! Attentive, happy and knowledgeable about the menu with a witty sense of humor!!! Loved her. 3. Food was DELICIOUS! my mother in law- hard to please- she's a great Italian cook and she loved her meal!! Unbelievable - because she is never happy in NY or NJ when we go out for dinner. Had the Halibut special, octopus app, zucchini flowers, arugula salad, bronzino, and pasta special!!! DELICIOUS. Dessert was great too! read more

Buonasera Ristorante since 1993 - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Jupiter, Florida

This is still the best Italian food in the area. As many times as I have been there, had I written a review it would always be five stars. Last night, valentines dinner, we experienced the worst service you can expect from a fine $$$$ restaurant. The wait staff was either totally inexperienced, wrong drinks for three of six 3 people 3 times, first course wasn't served until 45 minutes in and second an hour and a half. BUT with all of that we will go back, because the food is wonderful and typically wait staff too. Only proviso: never on valentines or any other holiday read more

have been dying to try this place and so happy we finally did!! absolutely loved the atmosphere. a hidden gem! from the outside, you'd never be able to guess that this restaurant is so luxury! the service from the start was amazing. jose in specific (i believe he was maybe a food runner or bus boy) was exquisite! he was so attentive to all of the tables and knew exactly what he was doing. he actually paid more attention to us than our own server. the gnocchi and cavatelli were amazing and the deserts were great. this is one of the first restaurants that i have actually looked at the menu and would've been totally okay having any one thing on the menu. it all sounded THAT GOOD. will definitely be back. the management was amazing and cared so much about our first experience. great overall and would definitely recommend! read more

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Very good food. Price wise is a bit high but the service is excellent, I really liked the staff very polite. My veal was cook to perfection. It could have use a little more seasoning. It was a little in the blend side. Great wine selection. read more

Extremely confused by the negative reviews written recently. Buonasera is hands down the best restaurant in Palm Beach County. The food is DELICIOUS (as good or even better than you would get if you were actually in Italy) and the chef and staff are unbelievably accommodating and kind. They definitely take allergies and food sensitivities seriously and would do everything possible to provide the most positive (and delicious) dining experience. Eat here if you have the chance... you will not be disappointed!!!! read more

My Father loved this place and always visited when we went out for dinner on a Sat night or special occasion. It is overpriced, but some dishes are very good. Still overpriced though. You can get better Dover Sole at Stresa in WPB. I believe the owner wants to retire soon. If you don't mind overpaying for a meal this is a good place to dine. read more

This is the best Italian reteraunt in Jupiter. It's even better than EVO and Limencello which are excellent. Food is homemade, service is great and so is wine list. It can get crowded so make a reservation read more

Neglected a five star due to the rush of the Wait Staff. Felt rushed throughout. Food was great. Had a special pasta dish and beet salad. Both wonderful. read more

One of the best Italian restaurants in the area!! We live nearby and frequent Buonasera especially when we have out-of-town visitors because it never disappoints. Expect to relax and take your time when dining here, as the service model is very traditional--think: wine list and cocktail order prior to menus being presented) as all of the staff comes from Italy and are very professional. If you enjoy italian wines, which we happen to prefer, the list is wonderful and can be easily navigated with the help of the staff. Once the food menus are presented, be sure to hear the specials as there are always delicious additions. Whenever squash blossoms are on the menu--whether stuffed with seafood or cheese--they are one of my favorites! The white truffle spaghetti is also amazing and not overpowering, whenever it is on the menu we always share it as a starter in addition to the blossoms and the meatballs. As for entrees, you really cannot go wrong no matter the direction. The meat is always delicious and accompanied by perfect sides. The fish selection is typically light and full of flavor, I personally love when they have something topped with a lemon, caper, artichoke topping. As for the pasta, whether it be the ravioli hand-stuffed and wrapped with mouth watering combinations or a fettucini topped with a hearty bolognese, you are guaranteed to leave full, satisfied and happy! We have had a few of the desserts which have been tasty, but typically opt for a cappuccino and munch on the complimentary cookies they present to you at the end of the meal. Although Palm Beach county is packed with Italian restaurants, if you have not been here it is a must-visit! The experience, ambience and food are unparalleled and you will not be disappointed! read more

Buonasera Ristorante since 1993 - White Truffle Pasta -- simply divine - Italian Near Me - Jupiter, Florida

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