Very uncomfortable environment wait staff just stood around staring at you while you ate. The swordfish was super fishy like it was old. The chicken was so rubbery i couldn’t eat it! Over $100 for food we couldn’t eat! A
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
David Macias-Campos III
Didn’t have a great experience they have a cancelation fee and forced us to end up going even when the restaurant was empty. Would not recommend
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
John Hale
Great food, wine, ambience and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J. Apollo
Been coming here for dinner when in town for a few years now. Delicious food and drink at a nice location. We prefer the front dining area as opposed to the back patio area which is where most people sit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Don Mccullough
Excellent food and patio is beautiful
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Catherine Logan
Love this little gem of a restaurant!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
R A M
Wonderful traditional Italian food. Home pastas paired with great local wines. Outdoor rear seating hosts a patio surrounding a 100 year old coastal redwood. Great service and ambiance. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
kevin
Amazing food and service!! Our waiter was wonderful and super patient/knowledgeable, making the experience so much better. We didn’t catch his name, but he had slightly curly blonde hair and glasses. Highly recommend the Tortiglioni del buon gustaio and Pappardelle alla San Pietro!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gregory Grothaus
🌟 My Experience We celebrated a momentous occasion—college graduation!—at Buona Ristorante in beautiful San Luis Obispo, and it was absolutely unforgettable 🎓✨. From the moment we arrived, the ambiance was warm, elegant, and buzzing with joyful energy. It truly felt like the perfect spot to mark a milestone surrounded by family, laughter, and incredible food.
🍽️ Delicious Food Every single course on the prix fixe graduation menu was a culinary delight! We started with the Bruschetta al Pomodoro, which was bursting with fresh tomato and basil flavor 🍅🌿, followed by a crisp Insalata Tricolore that was both refreshing and savory 🥗🧀. For our primi, we loved the rich Orecchiette alla Salsiccia, the velvety Tortelloni di Zucca, and the handmade pasta was clearly crafted with love. The secondi offered even more magic—our table especially raved about the Saltimbocca Alla Pia and the flaky, flavorful Salmone alla Griglia 🐟🍋. And dessert? Pure heaven! The Tartufo di Cioccolato was rich and decadent 🍫, and the Mousse della Casa with fresh strawberries was the perfect sweet ending 🍓🍮.
🙌 Outstanding Service Huge kudos to Jackson, our main server, who brought so much warmth, humor, and grace to the evening 🙌💙. He navigated our large party like a pro, making us feel cared for and celebrated every step of the way. His knowledge of the dishes, pacing of the courses, and genuine hospitality added a special sparkle to our experience ✨🍷.
🎉 Atmosphere & Vibe The entire restaurant had a joyful, festive vibe—ideal for graduation night! 🎈🎶 The white tablecloths, soft lighting, and hum of happy conversation made it feel both upscale and cozy. You could truly feel the pride and care the team puts into making every guest feel at home and honored on their special day.
💬 Final Thoughts & Recommendation Buona Ristorante gave us a night to remember—phenomenal food, heartfelt service, and a setting that elevated our celebration to something truly special 💫🍝. Whether you’re marking a milestone or just in the mood for top-notch Italian fare, this gem in San Luis Obispo is a must-visit. Mille grazie to Jackson and the entire team for making our graduation dinner so magical! 🌟🇮🇹🎓
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Mallory
The sea bass and veal were top notch. Kyra was awesome
The sea bass and break were epic. Kyra was awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mazin Gilbert
Over rated. The manger should be nicer to customers even if they arrive late
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Mikayla Hodges
I got the Pappardelle alla San Pietro and it was the most amazing Italian meal I’ve had. The complimentary bread and olive tapenade appetizer was incredible. Atmosphere on the patio in the evening had good vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bao Ngo
We had dinner for a group of 18. The service and food was great. The owner and staff were excellent to work with.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike F
Great referral, fresh food, authentic attentive service highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Linguine Special of the Day
Very uncomfortable environment wait staff just stood around staring at you while you ate. The swordfish was super fishy like it was old. The chicken was so rubbery i couldn’t eat it! Over $100 for food we couldn’t eat! A
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Didn’t have a great experience they have a cancelation fee and forced us to end up going even when the restaurant was empty. Would not recommend
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Great food, wine, ambience and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Been coming here for dinner when in town for a few years now. Delicious food and drink at a nice location. We prefer the front dining area as opposed to the back patio area which is where most people sit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Excellent food and patio is beautiful
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this little gem of a restaurant!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful traditional Italian food. Home pastas paired with great local wines. Outdoor rear seating hosts a patio surrounding a 100 year old coastal redwood. Great service and ambiance. Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food and service!! Our waiter was wonderful and super patient/knowledgeable, making the experience so much better. We didn’t catch his name, but he had slightly curly blonde hair and glasses. Highly recommend the Tortiglioni del buon gustaio and Pappardelle alla San Pietro!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
🌟 My Experience
We celebrated a momentous occasion—college graduation!—at Buona Ristorante in beautiful San Luis Obispo, and it was absolutely unforgettable 🎓✨. From the moment we arrived, the ambiance was warm, elegant, and buzzing with joyful energy. It truly felt like the perfect spot to mark a milestone surrounded by family, laughter, and incredible food.
🍽️ Delicious Food
Every single course on the prix fixe graduation menu was a culinary delight! We started with the Bruschetta al Pomodoro, which was bursting with fresh tomato and basil flavor 🍅🌿, followed by a crisp Insalata Tricolore that was both refreshing and savory 🥗🧀. For our primi, we loved the rich Orecchiette alla Salsiccia, the velvety Tortelloni di Zucca, and the handmade pasta was clearly crafted with love. The secondi offered even more magic—our table especially raved about the Saltimbocca Alla Pia and the flaky, flavorful Salmone alla Griglia 🐟🍋. And dessert? Pure heaven! The Tartufo di Cioccolato was rich and decadent 🍫, and the Mousse della Casa with fresh strawberries was the perfect sweet ending 🍓🍮.
🙌 Outstanding Service
Huge kudos to Jackson, our main server, who brought so much warmth, humor, and grace to the evening 🙌💙. He navigated our large party like a pro, making us feel cared for and celebrated every step of the way. His knowledge of the dishes, pacing of the courses, and genuine hospitality added a special sparkle to our experience ✨🍷.
🎉 Atmosphere & Vibe
The entire restaurant had a joyful, festive vibe—ideal for graduation night! 🎈🎶 The white tablecloths, soft lighting, and hum of happy conversation made it feel both upscale and cozy. You could truly feel the pride and care the team puts into making every guest feel at home and honored on their special day.
💬 Final Thoughts & Recommendation
Buona Ristorante gave us a night to remember—phenomenal food, heartfelt service, and a setting that elevated our celebration to something truly special 💫🍝. Whether you’re marking a milestone or just in the mood for top-notch Italian fare, this gem in San Luis Obispo is a must-visit. Mille grazie to Jackson and the entire team for making our graduation dinner so magical! 🌟🇮🇹🎓
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The sea bass and veal were top notch. Kyra was awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The sea bass and break were epic. Kyra was awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Over rated. The manger should be nicer to customers even if they arrive late
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
I got the Pappardelle alla San Pietro and it was the most amazing Italian meal I’ve had. The complimentary bread and olive tapenade appetizer was incredible. Atmosphere on the patio in the evening had good vibes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had dinner for a group of 18. The service and food was great. The owner and staff were excellent to work with.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great referral, fresh food, authentic attentive service highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Linguine Special of the Day
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