(763) 515-2552
11949 W River Rd
(Edgewood Lane N)
Champlin,
MN
55316
45.1713
-93.3628
Buona Sera Italian Ristorante
Last updated 6.24.09
What People Are Saying About Buona Sera Italian Ristorante
The Owner
Buona Sera Italian Ristorante
Owner
Born in Southern Italy, Chef Raffaele began spending time in the kitchen with his Mama at a very young age, where he learned that the only thing that makes food so special is the amount of affection you cook into it. In Italy, they use only the freshest ingredients to prepare food for the people they love. Since moving to the United States in the early 1970s, Raffaele has earned a great reputation in the Twin Cities restaurant scene for wonderful food with a pleasant dining experience. Buona Sera is the latest of Raffaele's creations, a cozy neighborhood restaurant and wine bar featuring…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Drive up to this little house in the middle of a residential neighborhood, and it feels like you're arriving at the neighbors' for dinner. Inside, it's noisy and rambunctious, just like an Italian family gathering should be. But there's a touch of romance too, with an intimate, low-ceilinged bar and twinkling lights intertwined like grapevines above the windows. Besides well-made pastas, there are house specialties like herb-scented veal and salmon in a spicy tomato broth.
06/12/08
Crowded, for a reason.
by theloughreys
Having dined at Buona Sera for several years now, I have come to expect, if not enjoy, the hustle and bustle of what is a fabulously popular little hideaway. You don't always get your table on time, but they also NEVEr push you out of your table once you are seated. The food is top notch. One example: I ordered the Rainbow Trout once and loved it. I can back, they were out. Next time, same thing. Finally, I asked Raffael and he said in his broken ItalEngish "If I don't get good quality, I don't get. I cannot find good Trout, so you cannot have it. These people (waving around the room) maybe they never had the Trout here and they love what I can get. But you, you have had the good Trout. You order it now, it's not so good, and maybe you think Buona Sera is also not so good. So, my friend, I am sorry but I cannot serve it. It was off the menu the next time we were in. The steaks are quite good and the Seafood Soup is unequaled. Expensive and unequaled.
- Pros: The experience. The whole experience.
- Cons: If you don't like a loud, close quarters restaurant, go someplace else.
02/15/08
Great Romantic Spot with Friendly Environment
by bpdiner10
After reading the reviews, I was worried as I pulled up and the temp was reaching -8 degrees, I was afraid I'd be stuck waiting at the cramped door. Just the opposite. For the size of the restaurant, the lot size was fine. We were seated immediatly, and the help was awesome. We started with the Bruchetta, and it was marvelous, the bread was absolutly delicious. Then my date and I both got past dishes. I absolutely loved the red sauce, I'm not a chunky tomato lover, and this sauce was smoot, and out of this world.
All in all, great experience, with great prices.
- Pros: Food, Wait Staff
- Cons: Small Area
12/01/07
Best Italian north of 694
by bgelaw
Fabulous food and service. Can be tight, but buck up. The Chef is very friendly and the wine list is great. See also, La Grolla.
The Details on Buona Sera Italian Ristorante
What to Drink:
A glass of wine is a steal at $4.50-$6.50 a glass, but with so many good bottles of wine for under $20, splurge and buy the bottle.
Know Before You Go:
Reservations are required for parties of six or more. Call (763) 421-4128.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Fine Dining, Group Dining, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Message from Buona Sera Italian Ristorante
- Wine list
- Private parties
- Cozy atmosphere
Born in Southern Italy, Chef Raffaele began spending time in the kitchen with his Mama at a very young age, where he learned that the only thing that makes food so special is the amount of affection you cook into it. In Italy, they use only the freshest ingredients to prepare food for the people they love.
Since moving to the United States in the early 1970s, Raffaele has earned a great reputation in the Twin Cities restaurant scene for wonderful food with a pleasant dining experience. Buona Sera is the latest of Raffaele's creations, a cozy neighborhood restaurant and wine bar featuring the wonderful and authentic Italian recipes. When you walk in the door, you're treated like family. Enjoy good food, good wine, good company and of course, a "good night".
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