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    Buono's Pizzeria

    3.8 (533 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Squared family size from Pedro location. This version isn't really my cup of tea.
    Mellanie A.

    If I had to choose my favorite pizza in all of Long Beach, it'd definitely be Buono's (with Pizza x Two being a close runner-up). Both locations on Willow and Ocean have never failed to satisfy my pizza craving. The pizza is doughy, cheesy, and extremely flavorful. Their mozzarella sticks are also the absolute best I've ever had. Super crunchy, cheesy, and simply heavenly. If I wasn't watching the wallet and waistline I'd be dining here more often. Service has always been great and I've never had any complaints or bad experiences over the years. However, I've been to their newer location in San Pedro and I wasn't fond of how they cut up their family-sized pizzas. The LB locations serve the traditional round sized pie whereas the Pedro location will serve a family-size as one of those square pizzas cut up in awkward slices. The wait time that day was also noticeably longer than usual which was also a con. Due to those minor hiccups I'll just be sticking to the original locations. The ambiance and interior on Willow is more of a family-friendly vibe compared to the upscale style of the Buono's on Ocean. I still enjoy dining at both though and don't have a personal favorite as these two locations uphold consistency in their food/service. My go-to order for the fam & I is the family-sized pizza with pep & sausage along with an order of the mozzarella sticks. The chicken parm sandwich is pretty decent as well but nothing necessarily mind-blowing. I occasionally stop by for their lunch buffet that currently runs Wed-Fri from 11am-2pm. Their buffet includes endless pastas, salad and pizza so you'll definitely be getting more bang for your buck. Overall, Buono's is a solid 5/5 and I'd recommend this establishment to anyone.

    Gingerbread Man pizza!

    Visited Buono's in Long Beach a few months after returning from Italy. We were delighted to find they carried our favorite wine! It was the Christmas Season and they were offering a Gingerbread Man pizza. I love, love, love Gingerbread men so of course we ordered. Also, we were hoping to catch an NFL game on t.v. That night. Initially they didn't think they were able to accommodate but they did! Food was delicious, wine was amazing and the atmosphere vibe was great.

    Big trash behind pizzaria !

    I placed my order around 10:50 AM. The driver arrived to pick it up at 11:56 AM, and it still wasn't ready! They told him it would take another 20-plus minutes--a complete lack of manners and disrespect toward others, since the order was supposed to be ready by 11:30 AM at the very latest. The pizzeria was empty, so I ended up waiting another 45 minutes inside the shop. The pizza itself was very thin, with hardly any toppings! All in all, it's not worth the price they charge. Here's a tip: better organization would be a good idea for the employees working the front counter; they don't even say "good morning," nor do they offer a glass of water to make up for a 45-minute wait that went well beyond the promised time! Be genuine--that's how your business will truly prosper!

    Spaghetti and meatballs
    Ben L.

    Ordered takeout spaghetti and meatballs with garlic bread. It was fire! Tasted like I was in Little Italy in New York. Portion size was excellent the meatballs were great and I got a 2 for 1 deal! I highly recommend that you try them. If the flavor is that good with takeout imagine when you get the full treatment when you dine in!

    Burned Zucchini Log
    Sassy J.

    This is my go-to restaurant for pizza! The pizza is fresh, with homemade sauce and plenty of cheese. This visit was a let down. I ordered zucchini and the waitress brought out a plate of burned, overcooked zucchini logs. When I told her they looked burned, she responded, "They are fried zucchini." I still don't know what she meant by that. Plus, they hid the extra burnt pieces in the bottom of the stack Disappointed that Buono's would serve such substandard food. I hate to drive 30 miles to a restaurant, just to be dissatisfied.

    Tried again and wasn't much better. Lasagna was watery and lacked flavor. Meatballs tasted like leftovers. Salad was decent this time.

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    Food is great! But the customer service not so great I know people have bad days but you don't bring that attitude to work.

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    The looters broke into this restaurant on 5/31/20. Please support their business and help them recover.

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    Super fancy lookin togo plates! Best deliciousness served in an extremely exceptional demeanor.

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    The lady who works there was very rude. The food was alright, the only problem I had was with the service.

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    My family has been eating Buono's since it opened. It's the best no matter what it is you order.

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    Great food service great pizza. Awesome anitpasta I recommed and shrimp scampi! The lady was super nice

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    A1 Absolutely the best pizza in town! Satisfied customer since 1983 never had a bad pie or experience.

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    EVERYTHING I APPROVE THIS BUSINESS. Old school pizza restaurant and love those chicken wings

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    Pasta is amazing!!! Pizza good as well! A little smokey inside but deelicous and family friendly

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    Ask the Community - Buono's Pizzeria

    Are the meatballs beef, pork or a combination?

    HI Larry, Meat balls are all beef the meat sauce is a combination of both. Thank you.

    Has anyone ordered from the catering menu? Are the portions relatively large?

    Hi Monica, Our portions are very generous.

    I know they have their lunch buffet open again from 11-2pm. Does anyone know what days?

    Hello Amy, Our Trip to Italy Lunch Buffet is now available at all locations Monday thru Friday 11am to 2pm.… 

    Do they deliver?

    Yes, with a delivery charge

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