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Buona Sera, Champlin, MN

Buona Sera

4.9 (2328)
$30 and under
Italian
11949 West River Road, Champlin, MN 55316

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Buona Sera is a cozy neighborhood restaurant and wine bar featuring the wonderful and authentic Italian recipes of renowned chef, Raffaele Virgillo. When you walk in the door you're treated like family. Enjoy good food, good wine, good company and of course, a Good Night.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Closed Monday
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Raffaele Virgillo
  • Neighborhood
    Champlin
  • Cross street
    Douglas Drive
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 2,328 people are saying

Buona Sera reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Best Overall

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Best Food

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Best Service

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Best Value

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Italian

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Best Food

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Best Service

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Best Value

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Neighborhood gem

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buona Sera is a delightful Italian gem offering "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests praise the "authentic atmosphere," and "friendly staff." Known for its "extensive wine selection," Buona Sera is perfect for celebrations or a cozy dinner. Despite occasional noise, the overall dining experience remains "wonderful" with "great" pasta dishes and "delicious" desserts.

2,328 Reviews
  1. Jason

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolute gem. Food is amazing. Do yourself a favor and try it.

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  2. Brenda

    Minneapolis4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The interior is shabby (and not chic) and in need of updating, the service was average, the waitstaff was hustling, but it felt chaotic. The food was very good, but not good enough to balance out the other issues. Too many other good restaurants out there to consider another visit.

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  3. Beth

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service amazing! This is quite the gem in Champlin.

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  4. Timothy

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of our favorite restaurants especially for special occasions. We are willing to travel the hour it takes for us to get there. The dishes are so fresh and tasty. Looking forward already to our next time back.

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  5. Lance

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was Amazing! Service was impeccable! Grew up with owners kids! Amazing place with go back very soon!

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  6. Sharon

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was amazing….i believe it was Rachel.

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  7. Camryn

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazed by this place. My favorite place to go out for a nice quiet dinner. Delicious food and friendly staff makes for a great experience.

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  8. Cynthia

    Minneapolis21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for a birthday celebration- atmosphere was lively and bustling. Service was attentive and food delicious.

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  9. SHERRI

    Minneapolis28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the food was superb and the service was perfect.

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  10. Dean

    Minneapolis13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always top notch. Attentive wait staff, accommodating and personable. Always a great experience.

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Buona Sera is rated 4.9 stars by 2328 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Buona Sera

11949 West River Road, Champlin, MN 55316

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Douglas Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Champlin
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday: 5:00pm - 9:00pm; Closed Monday
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Raffaele Virgillo
  • Additional
    Banquet, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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