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Buca D'oro Ristorante, Philadelphia, PA

Buca D'oro Ristorante

4.5
4.5
665 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 20 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Just two blocks away from the Italian market and in the heart of Washington Square Park serving Fresh Amalfi coast Italian cuisine, Buca D’oro Ristorante continues the tradition of sparing nothing to provide the highest quality ingredients in all our dishes. Buca D’oro is dedicated to delivering the finest Italian cuisine with one of the most innovative and interesting menus in Philadelphia. Our extensive ala carte menu is sure to appeal to even the finest of palates, as well as a wide variety of fine imported and domestic wines and cocktails in a beautiful multi-room venue. Great for intimate or large parties for lunch or dinner being served by professional old-school and friendly waiters. Make reservations by phone, on our website, or on Open Table. Walk-ins are also encouraged. Parking accommodations at parkway Walnut towers with a discounted rate for evening parking at $10 from 5pm to 5 am. Address: 800 Walnut street phila pa 19107.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (215) 928-0556
  • Website
    http://www.bucadororistorante.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    711 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
  • Neighbourhood
    Society Hill
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Parking accommodations for our patrons

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.,Mon - Thu - 11:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.,Fri - Sat - 11:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m., 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
    We know how frustrating may be finding parking in the city so we have come to an agreement for our patrons for an evening parking discount. Just around the corner from our restaurant at Parkway, Walnut towers with a discounted rate for evening parking at $10 from 5pm to 5 am. Address: 800 Walnut street Phila pa 19107 get the parking coupon at the restaurant attached to your bill. Come join us for an experience where you don't have to worry about anything at Buca D'oro Ristrorante 711 Locust street.

    Parking accommodations for our patrons photo

Menu

Antipasti

  • Calamari FrittiUS$15.00

    Fried calamari rings w/ side of tomato sauce and aioli

    • Gamberi e CannelliniUS$14.00

      Grilled shrimp served with sautéed cannellini beans and asparagus spears

      • Misto FunghiUS$12.00

        A trio of mushrooms sautéed in oil and garlic w/ a touch of tomato sauce and grated Parmigiano cheese

        • Calamari e PiselliUS$15.00

          Calamari rings, fresh peas, and fresh tomato sautéed in olive oil and garlic, served over a bed of baby arugula

          • Prosciutto MozzarellaUS$13.00

            Thinly sliced prosciutto w/ fresh mozzarella and sliced tomato in extra virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction dressing

            • Zuppa del GiornoUS$7.00

              Soup of day

              • Tortellini SoupUS$7.00

                Cheese filled tortellini served in a chicken tomato broth

                Insalata

                You can add Chicken, shrimp, scallops, salmon, crab meat for an additional charge

                • CaesarUS$11.00

                  Romaine lettuce tossed with classic Caesar dressing croutons and parmesan cheese

                  • CapreseUS$11.00

                    Fresh sliced tomato layered w/ fresh sliced mozzarella and dressed w/ extra virgin olive oil and a touch of balsamic vinegar topped w/ basil

                    • MistaUS$10.00

                      Spring mix lettuce, sliced raw onions and fresh chopped tomato, tossed in a red wine vinaigrette

                      • EstivaUS$14.00

                        Spring mix lettuce, shitake mushrooms, roasted red peppers and asparagus spears, topped with warm goat cheese and served in red wine vinaigrette

                        • NizzardaUS$14.00

                          Tuna salad with fresh romaine lettuce, fresh tomato, string beans, onions tossed in a red wine vinegar dressing with hardboiled egg

                          • CampoUS$13.00

                            Romaine lettuce, kalamata olives, red onion, chickpeas, genoa salami & provolone in red wine vinegar & olive oil

                            Panini

                            • VerdureUS$15.00

                              Roasted peppers, eggplant, Portobello mushroom and mozzarella cheese on Italian bread

                              • CalabreseUS$17.00

                                Veal medallion with bitter broccoli and provolone cheese on Italian bread

                                • ParmigianoUS$15.00

                                  Breaded chicken breast w/ tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese on Italian bread

                                  • BollenteUS$16.00

                                    Chicken breast w/ hot and sweet peppers, and sautéed spinach on Italian Bread

                                    • ItalianoUS$16.00

                                      Prosciutto di Parma, fresh mozzarella, fresh tomato, oregano and basil with extra virgin olive oil

                                      • ToscanaUS$17.00

                                        Roasted turkey with roasted peppers provolone cheese in a basil mayo sauce

                                        • PaisanoUS$17.00

                                          Grilled Chicken breast with lettuce tomato and avocado

                                          • MelazanneUS$15.00

                                            Eggplant parmesan with fresh mozzarella in a homemade tomato sauce

                                            Pasta

                                            • Penne ArrabbiataUS$17.00

                                              penne pasta in a spicy marinara sauce, with veal sausage and white mushrooms

                                              • Rigatoni BologneseUS$16.00

                                                Rigatoni pasta in a traditional tomato meat sauce

                                                • Linguini alla SognoUS$14.00

                                                  Linguini pasta with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil in a garlic and oil sauce

                                                  • Penne al MareUS$20.00

                                                    Penne pasta with jumbo shrimp, sea scallop, cherry tomatoes and arugula in a garlic white wine sauce

                                                    • Ravioli PannaUS$18.00

                                                      Ricotta cheese filled ravioli with peas and mushrooms in a brandy pink cream sauce

                                                      • Gnochi SorrentinaUS$15.00

                                                        Potato based pasta, w/ tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and basil

                                                        • Pappardelle al SalmoneUS$19.00

                                                          Homemade papardelle pasta with pieces of salmon and asparagus in a brandy pink cream sauce

                                                          Entrees

                                                          • Pollo FeliceUS$18.00

                                                            Pounded and grilled breast of chicken, topped with fresh chopped arugula, fresh tomato, diced roasted red peppers and chopped artichoke hearts

                                                            • Pollo alla NonnaUS$18.00

                                                              Chicken breast sautéed with white mushrooms, sundried tomatoes in a garlic wine sauce. Served with side of linguine pasta, same sauce

                                                              • Vitello RomaUS$19.00

                                                                Veal medallions sautéed in oil and garlic w/ a touch of tomato sauce, fresh basil, roasted red peppers and shitake mushrooms. Served with a side of pasta, same sauce

                                                                • Veal MarsalaUS$18.00

                                                                  Veal medallions with wild mushrooms in a marsala wine and demi-glazed sauce. Served with a side of pasta, same sauce

                                                                  • Salmone al GrigliaUS$21.00

                                                                    Filet of salmon grilled and topped with fresh chopped tomatoes, asparagus and basil in a balsamic reduction

                                                                    • Frutti di mare alla grigliaUS$20.00

                                                                      Jumbo shrimp and sea scallop grilled to perfection and dressed with a touch of extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice and balsamic served with sauteed broccoli

                                                                      Featured Items

                                                                      • ContorniUS$7.00

                                                                        Broccoli Rappa or Spinach

                                                                        • Side of PastaUS$7.00

                                                                          spaghetti, capellini, penne

                                                                          Desserts

                                                                          • Lemoncelo MascarponeUS$8.00

                                                                            • Belgium ChocolateUS$8.00

                                                                              • Chocolate Ganache cheesecakeUS$8.00

                                                                                • Torta Della NonnaUS$8.00

                                                                                  Lemon tart with pine nuts on top

                                                                                  • Chocolate chip cannoliUS$8.00

                                                                                    Last updated: August 29, 2023

                                                                                    What 665 people are saying

                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                    4.5
                                                                                    4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                    • 4.6Food
                                                                                    • 4.4Service
                                                                                    • 4.4Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.5Value

                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    Buca D'oro Ristorante is a "hidden gem" in Philly's Old City, offering authentic Italian cuisine with "excellent food and amazing service." The charming ambiance, attentive staff, and "fresh classical Italian" menu make it a favorite spot for pre-theater dining. Guests rave about the gluten-free options and homemade Limoncello.

                                                                                    665 Reviews

                                                                                    1. Lisa

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We had dinner prior to a show at the Walnut Theatre. We had a great experience , the good was amazing!

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                                                                                    2. Lisa

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      19 reviews

                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      19 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      I expected better, based on reviews I’d seen. Nothing stood out as a reason to go back again. I had the fish special of barramundi over spinach. Nothing was seasoned. I expected the spinach to have some garlic in it. Nothing was salted and nothing had any seasoning. Nothing special about anything at all. The bread was terrible, very dry and my sister asked if it was fresh. Service was terrible. Every single time we had to flag down our waiter, Gesti. We got more service flagging down other servers. My sister had a veal chop, that was OK, but when I asked if she would order it again, she said no. We sat for some time after finishing yet were never offered dessert, and finally we were getting antsy to get the check and get to the theater. All in all, it was close to the Walnut Street Theatre, so that was a plus. But that’s a one and done for me on this restaurant.

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                                                                                    3. Jen

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      We had the eggplant appetizer and the fettuccine funghi. Both were dishes that I will think about for a long time. The service was very slow, but the kitchen was fast and efficient. Once we got our server’s attention, he was very nice. The noise level was a little loud, but overall it was excellent meal and we will be back.

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                                                                                    4. Mark

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      21 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      21 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Excellant meal and service. Nice location near walnut street theater

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                                                                                    5. Jill

                                                                                      New York City

                                                                                      15 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      15 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Perfect spot for pre-theatre lunch. Service is outstanding. We can always count on the excellent service and the delicious lunch. All the servers are very professional and personable. We have never been disappointed. Looking forward to our next lunch.

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                                                                                    6. Eric

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      119 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      119 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      My wife and I go with friends to Buca D'Oro before virtually every Thursday matinee at the Walnut Street Theatre. The servers are exceptionally attentive an pleasant and the food is top-notch.

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                                                                                    7. Mark

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      34 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      34 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      Menu selection and food quality has declined in recent months while prices have increased. We left disappointed this time.

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                                                                                    8. dennis

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      21 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      21 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on December 5, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      Buca D’Oro has been a revelation for the pre-theater crowd for the three years which it has operated, after succeeding La Buca. The Italian entrees are uniformly well-prepared, particularly seafood. However last Thursday I enjoyed a wonderful veal offering which was tender and delicious with generous portions of veal in a delicate cream sauce with just the right amount of garlic. The entree also included a generous serving of angel hair which was perfectly prepared. What was also impressive was the fact that the servers respect the fact that you are dining before the theater and they promptly serve you dinners with plenty of time to spare. All together a consistently excellent restaurant which I would recommend for all occasions.

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                                                                                    9. Deborah

                                                                                      Philadelphia

                                                                                      39 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      39 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on November 29, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      We have been happy customers for decades, even thru ownership changes. It’s our favorite pre-show place to dine. Tonight’s experience was sub-par. Our reservation was for 5:45. We had salads served in a timely fashion but our dinner (or I should say 3 out of 4 meals) arrived over an hour later. The 4th meal arrived 15 minutes after that and was served scorched. Our server was kind but inattentive. We were celebrating a birthday but had to leave prior to dessert in order to make our show. Not a great experience despite the fact we were comped (upon request) for the scorched salmon that arrived 1 hour and 15 minutes after the order was placed. Despite all, we will come back, perhaps it was just an off night, and hope for the return of the good food and attentive service we’ve become accustomed to.

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                                                                                    10. Shu

                                                                                      Western NC

                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on November 22, 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Love the ambiance, felt like I stepped into a restaurant in Italy! So cozy and the staff was very attentive. Great for a group or just for a date!

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    Buca D'oro Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 928-0556.

                                                                                    Buca D'oro Ristorante is rated 4.5 stars by 665 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                    Make a reservation

                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                    7:00 p.m.
                                                                                    Booked 20 times today

                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                    Google Map for Buca D'oro Ristorante

                                                                                    711 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                    • Neighbourhood
                                                                                      Society Hill
                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                      Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                      Italian, Contemporary Italian, European
                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                      Business Casual
                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                      Public Lot
                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                      AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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