Taverna Banfi

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Upstate NY

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Just as before I d give it a 12 from 1 to 10 . I was a bit nervous because I had friends with who heard me brag about my previous enjoyment there but they thanked for taking them to a place that lived up to the hype. I chuckled because when they asked what I recommend and they asked the Same question to her she said the exact thing I said " the lamb shank or duck were highly recommended. " I had the shrimp scampi over angel hair pasta with their home made mozzarella. Plenty of perfectly cook shrimp as expected. Wonderful waitress and ambiance topped off a perfect evening.
   

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   John

   New York City

   10 reviews

   3.0

   10 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Sunday Brunch was a bit of a disappointment. While the space is beautiful and the service attentive, the food was good, but not outstanding and there could definitely have been more creativity in the offerings. Also, at $35 per person, soft drinks should be included (only coffee, tea, and water are). In fact, most places usually offer at least one mimosa on the house. Desserts were all ok, but again, except for the creme brulee, not particularly exceptional. Probably won't come back for brunch again
   

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   Gizmo

   Washington DC

   23 reviews

   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I’ve been going to The Banfi since 2010. It was great then. It is still great now. You won’t be disappointed.
   

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   Jim

   Orange County

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Taverna Banfi at Cornell is a true gem! The New York strip was cooked to perfection—juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. And the tiramisu? Absolutely out of this world delicious—creamy, rich, and the perfect sweet finish. Can’t wait to come back for more!
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you, Jim! We're thrilled you enjoyed your experience at Taverna Banfi. It's great to hear that the NY Strip Steak was cooked just right and that you loved our tiramisu! We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic meal. See you soon! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Sharifa

   Upstate NY

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Tim was amazing. I appreciate the special attention and care that was given during my visit.
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you, Sharif! We're delighted to hear that Tim made your visit special with his attention and care. We'll be sure to share your kind words with him. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Elizabeth

   New York City

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We always love eating weekend brunch at Benfi. Free valet parking and great service and good
   

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   David

   VIP

   Toronto

   20 reviews

   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Another amazing late night meal at the Banfi. The mixed greens and pine nut salad was fresh and light; the duck was perfectly done, and the apple pecan crumble did not disappoint! Service was kind, quick and efficient. Everything you’d want from a dining out experience. Thank you!
   

   Taverna BanfiResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you, David! We're so glad you enjoyed another late night meal with us. Its wonderful to hear that the salad was fresh, and the duck was perfectly cooked. We appreciate your kind words about our service and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Felicia Barrett General Manager of Taverna Banfi
   

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   Tia

   Upstate NY

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Some of the best food my date and I have ever had! Went there for Valentine’s day, and it was clean, and the wait staff was so incredibly nice. The service was frequent but not too often, and we even had a special valentines themed dessert that was outstanding. We had shrimp scampi, porcini campanelle, octopus salad, and calamari, all of which were fantastic. Would 100% go again for a special occasion!
   

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   Denise

   Houston

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   My husband and I dined here on Valentines evening and it was our first time eating at Taverna and it was a wonderful evening. Our waitress, Kate, was so sweet and so awesome. Everything was delicious. It was a wonderful evening. very cozy and we sat near the huge window with a beautiful view.
   

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4

    Food was good. Service was incredibly slow and not very engaging which is difficult to fathom as it is a buffet. Disappointed.
    

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