Waiter was helpful and friendly. Quiet night there, but food was delicious and plentiful, as advertised. No complaints whatsoever. Go, enjoy, and most likely you will take leftovers home for the next day.
JustCallMeGrace
Always a great time at Buca! The atmosphere is terrific and the food is delicious and plentiful. Huge portions served family style and the menu is varied with something for everyone. We've been going for years and always look forward to our times there. GREAT for celebrations and big gatherings. Rather noisy but it's a fun place so why not!
ddartist
We had their Monday Meatball and Spahgetti special--half off. Pretty good value with some take-home to boot. The regular price of $38 seems over-priced. Not too many people in the restaurant as football play-offs were on TV. Even with fewer diners, restaurant was under-staffed. Our waitress did her best though.
The restaurant was a huge disappointment. First, in a nearly empty restaurant (on New Year's Eve), they sat my party of 4 in among two groups with very loud adults and kids. We could not even talk to each other because of the noise. Then, we ordered appetizers and wine. We also ordered a salad. Of course, they brought it all at once. I could go on and on. The food was awful. It really tasted like they took frozen chicken parmesagn, put it in the microwave for too long, and served it. It was soggy and inedible. The server did not care (most likely) or was oblivious to the poor quality and bad service. Do not go to this place. Ever. Save your money and go to Dennys. The quality of the food will be better.
steaklover
Good choice for large parties since the portions are large and family style. Food and service were very good. Ambience was a little dead at lunch time though, maybe due to holidays.
We were sat next to two large party so the noise level was crazy. We couldn't hear each other talk. There was plenty of tables and other rooms that we could have been sat at. The pastas were full of filler, ricotta cheese. The chicken meal was good. The large salad for five was good but overpriced. I don't think we will be returning unfortunately. The restaurants decorated really cute. That's my favorite part. 
VonJovi
My wife and I decided to try Bucca for Thanksgiving Dinner. I made a reservation through this app and, few days later, I got a call from the resto to confirm. This is our first time celebrating Thanksgiving at Bucca di Beppo. Their Thanksgiving Menu is a prix fixe, either for 3 or 6 people. Or, one can order from their regular menu, except the pizza. Unfortunately, there is no turkey dinner set for one person. So my wife ordered the menu for 3 people and it was a lot for her! Since I'm not a turkey lover, I ordered a separate dish - Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti marinara sauce. According to wifey, she liked her food, except the stuffings. But with mine, honestly I didn't like it much. The spaghetti was too saucy which made the chicken saggy. Overall, the service is good, the food is oK, the ambiance is fine but too loud, and the price is exorbitant. So, from this experience, sorry to say, "non tornaremo piú. Arrividerci, Bucca!"
Trail26358246419
went to this restaurant (in Carlsbad and in San Diego) a few years ago and had best memories - quality of food, portions, prices, clean restaurant, great experience. now: almost no customers at weekend (it should be a reason). only first floor had some customers, spots on a walls, run down bathroom with a culk coming out from around the sinks and only 1 from 2 has water about food: chicken a little overcooked but I was able to scratch burned parts out. pasta was good, but by mistake I checked the price for it at lunch menu, and instead of $14, it was $38. They said it is the same pasta, but price is different. 250%??? same with Tiramisu. Price in menu in showed $9.99. Was charged $20. Asked to show why it is doubled the price if this is a price in menu they gave us? (explanation was - they forgot to give another menu for the evening). Loved tiramisu they made previously, with fresh cream, cocoa liquer and big round portion. Today we got piece about 2/3 of the previous size with stale cheap cream, without any liquor on it, not made with 'lady's fingers'. so, all experience (with smells of an old building inside) and not cleaned walls near the tables and questionable carpet made so sad experience. it would be so much better if I did not see this business embarrassment of itself. one good thing: the waitress was pretty, and smiley
So much stimulation on the eyes! Great concept dining and feels like you're at your Italian family's home in Tuscany. If you're not Italian- you will feel as though you are! Beware: each “small” entrée will serve 3-4 people. You're safe getting an appetizer and dessert and some fun cocktails or mock tails with their variety of flavorful ingredient options. Look forward to going back.
lynda
The food was very good. (I had salmon and broccoli) The poor waitress also had to do deliveries (she was getting in her car as we arrived.) So the cook came out of the kitchen to seat us and take our order. They were both very sweet and accommodating. Since it is a chain the menu and decor are consistent.
Food was great but the service was non existent. I had to go down to the bar after we waited 45 mins for our drinks to see them just sitting there and I had to ask a random guy to bring them up to our large table. We never saw our server again after she took our order. Not once. We would've ordered more drinks if anyone had bothered to come over. We just paid the bill and left. Horrible experience overall but the food was good which is the only reason I gave the review 2 stars.
Punkz
Firts time at this location. Service was excellent as well as the food. It was a bit unkempt. Made the reservation with a note that it was for a birthday celebration and we never got asked about it. I don't know if this type of request is not forwarded to the restaurant via open table.
JenniferS
Went on Valentine's Day but made a reservation and so the wait was not long. We went for the heart shaped lasagna deal but they apparently didn't have anymore, they replaced it with a regular lasagna that looked smaller. The garlic bread is too overwhelming with garlic and not that appealing. We understand it was busy but they forgot to put in our appetizers and so they were firing those up after already getting our entrees. We did wait a while for anyone to even start to serve us and again we know it was busy and understood, our server was delightful but busy and we did enjoy the dinner out I believe it could have been better and they should have posted that their heart shaped lasagna deal was out! We might have just picked up food elsewhere if we knew
VenisaH
When i arrived for my 6:45 reservation i was seated an then took another 15 mins to find out if my party could move to a booth instead. Then when the food arrived although looked delicious was cold and the green beans tasted like they were just picked an thrown on plate. Then they ran out of gravy so i asked for more alfredo sauce an was told the kitchen was already shut down, so then when it came time to dessert which a slice of pumpkin pie was included with feast i was told they ran out, the bathrooms were filthy, it was just a very disappointing thanksgiving for my family this year
MaryS
The food was mostly over cooked or slightly burnt. Especially the rolled stuffed pasta and the Brussel sprouts. Our waitress was very friendly and did try to be timely and efficient. It took quite awhile for the food to be brought out, thru no fault of the server.
Waiter was helpful and friendly. Quiet night there, but food was delicious and plentiful, as advertised. No complaints whatsoever. Go, enjoy, and most likely you will take leftovers home for the next day.
Always a great time at Buca! The atmosphere is terrific and the food is delicious and plentiful. Huge portions served family style and the menu is varied with something for everyone. We've been going for years and always look forward to our times there. GREAT for celebrations and big gatherings. Rather noisy but it's a fun place so why not!
We had their Monday Meatball and Spahgetti special--half off. Pretty good value with some take-home to boot. The regular price of $38 seems over-priced. Not too many people in the restaurant as football play-offs were on TV. Even with fewer diners, restaurant was under-staffed. Our waitress did her best though.
The restaurant was a huge disappointment. First, in a nearly empty restaurant (on New Year's Eve), they sat my party of 4 in among two groups with very loud adults and kids. We could not even talk to each other because of the noise. Then, we ordered appetizers and wine. We also ordered a salad. Of course, they brought it all at once. I could go on and on. The food was awful. It really tasted like they took frozen chicken parmesagn, put it in the microwave for too long, and served it. It was soggy and inedible. The server did not care (most likely) or was oblivious to the poor quality and bad service. Do not go to this place. Ever. Save your money and go to Dennys. The quality of the food will be better.
Good choice for large parties since the portions are large and family style. Food and service were very good. Ambience was a little dead at lunch time though, maybe due to holidays.
We were sat next to two large party so the noise level was crazy. We couldn't hear each other talk. There was plenty of tables and other rooms that we could have been sat at. The pastas were full of filler, ricotta cheese. The chicken meal was good. The large salad for five was good but overpriced. I don't think we will be returning unfortunately. The restaurants decorated really cute. That's my favorite part. 
My wife and I decided to try Bucca for Thanksgiving Dinner. I made a reservation through this app and, few days later, I got a call from the resto to confirm. This is our first time celebrating Thanksgiving at Bucca di Beppo. Their Thanksgiving Menu is a prix fixe, either for 3 or 6 people. Or, one can order from their regular menu, except the pizza. Unfortunately, there is no turkey dinner set for one person. So my wife ordered the menu for 3 people and it was a lot for her! Since I'm not a turkey lover, I ordered a separate dish - Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti marinara sauce. According to wifey, she liked her food, except the stuffings. But with mine, honestly I didn't like it much. The spaghetti was too saucy which made the chicken saggy. Overall, the service is good, the food is oK, the ambiance is fine but too loud, and the price is exorbitant. So, from this experience, sorry to say, "non tornaremo piú. Arrividerci, Bucca!"
went to this restaurant (in Carlsbad and in San Diego) a few years ago and had best memories - quality of food, portions, prices, clean restaurant, great experience. now: almost no customers at weekend (it should be a reason). only first floor had some customers, spots on a walls, run down bathroom with a culk coming out from around the sinks and only 1 from 2 has water about food: chicken a little overcooked but I was able to scratch burned parts out. pasta was good, but by mistake I checked the price for it at lunch menu, and instead of $14, it was $38. They said it is the same pasta, but price is different. 250%??? same with Tiramisu. Price in menu in showed $9.99. Was charged $20. Asked to show why it is doubled the price if this is a price in menu they gave us? (explanation was - they forgot to give another menu for the evening). Loved tiramisu they made previously, with fresh cream, cocoa liquer and big round portion. Today we got piece about 2/3 of the previous size with stale cheap cream, without any liquor on it, not made with 'lady's fingers'. so, all experience (with smells of an old building inside) and not cleaned walls near the tables and questionable carpet made so sad experience. it would be so much better if I did not see this business embarrassment of itself. one good thing: the waitress was pretty, and smiley
So much stimulation on the eyes! Great concept dining and feels like you're at your Italian family's home in Tuscany. If you're not Italian- you will feel as though you are! Beware: each “small” entrée will serve 3-4 people. You're safe getting an appetizer and dessert and some fun cocktails or mock tails with their variety of flavorful ingredient options. Look forward to going back.
The food was very good. (I had salmon and broccoli) The poor waitress also had to do deliveries (she was getting in her car as we arrived.) So the cook came out of the kitchen to seat us and take our order. They were both very sweet and accommodating. Since it is a chain the menu and decor are consistent.
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Food was great but the service was non existent. I had to go down to the bar after we waited 45 mins for our drinks to see them just sitting there and I had to ask a random guy to bring them up to our large table. We never saw our server again after she took our order. Not once. We would've ordered more drinks if anyone had bothered to come over. We just paid the bill and left. Horrible experience overall but the food was good which is the only reason I gave the review 2 stars.
Firts time at this location. Service was excellent as well as the food. It was a bit unkempt. Made the reservation with a note that it was for a birthday celebration and we never got asked about it. I don't know if this type of request is not forwarded to the restaurant via open table.
Went on Valentine's Day but made a reservation and so the wait was not long. We went for the heart shaped lasagna deal but they apparently didn't have anymore, they replaced it with a regular lasagna that looked smaller. The garlic bread is too overwhelming with garlic and not that appealing. We understand it was busy but they forgot to put in our appetizers and so they were firing those up after already getting our entrees. We did wait a while for anyone to even start to serve us and again we know it was busy and understood, our server was delightful but busy and we did enjoy the dinner out I believe it could have been better and they should have posted that their heart shaped lasagna deal was out! We might have just picked up food elsewhere if we knew
When i arrived for my 6:45 reservation i was seated an then took another 15 mins to find out if my party could move to a booth instead. Then when the food arrived although looked delicious was cold and the green beans tasted like they were just picked an thrown on plate. Then they ran out of gravy so i asked for more alfredo sauce an was told the kitchen was already shut down, so then when it came time to dessert which a slice of pumpkin pie was included with feast i was told they ran out, the bathrooms were filthy, it was just a very disappointing thanksgiving for my family this year
The food was mostly over cooked or slightly burnt. Especially the rolled stuffed pasta and the Brussel sprouts. Our waitress was very friendly and did try to be timely and efficient. It took quite awhile for the food to be brought out, thru no fault of the server.