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Buona Sera, Champlin, MN

Buona Sera

4.7 (2341)
$30 and under
Italian
11949 West River Road, Champlin, MN 55316

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 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
    (763) 421-1814
  • Website
    http://www.buonaserawinebar.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Raffaele Virgillo
  • Location
    11949 West River Road, Champlin, MN 55316
  • Neighborhood
    Champlin
  • Cross street
    Douglas Drive
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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What 2,341 people are saying

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

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • 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

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buona Sera delights with authentic Italian cuisine and "phenomenal" service, creating a "wonderful neighborhood gem." Diners rave about the "delicious" pasta and "unique" homemade gelato. The cozy atmosphere is perfect for "special occasions," and the attentive staff ensures a memorable experience. Reservations recommended for this "absolute gem."
2,341 Reviews

  1. Jessica

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant - it’s locally owned and the staff is amazing. Owner is there often, talking to guests and sharing stories. I has spaghetti and meatballs, amazing homemade marinara!!

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  2. Emily

    Minneapolis - St. Paul7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a "date night" at Buona Sera. It was my 2nd time there because we are new to the area and people on social media said it was amazing. The first time I was there the experience was so-so but I thought we'd try it again. Any place can have an "off" night. I was pleased with how easy it was to make a reservation and get a table. The first table we were seated at was super small for 2 people and right in front of a return air vent (loud and windy). We were able to move to a larger table without any issues. The server was super. She was very nice and attentive. We ordered the calamari appetizer and it came out quickly and hot. The breading fell off the calamari once it was put into a dip and it was very rubbery. But, typically calamari is only as good as the sauces it is dipped in and both sauces were very tasty. We each had a salad. My husband had a cesar and he said it was very good. I had the side salad and it was less than meh. It was mainly iceberg lettuce with one slice of roma tomato, one slice of cucumber, one very small piece of green pepper and stale croutons. I had ranch dressing which was really bad (from a bottle, not homemade) and way too much. We each ordered based on recommendations from our server. The pastas were really delicious and both came out hot. My husband had the ravioli and added a sausage; I had the shrimp in lemon cream over spaghetti. There were no leftovers - very delicious. The decor is cheesy and super outdated, the staff is very friendly and helpful. We're still sort new to the area so maybe based on what is offered in the Maple Grove/Champlin area this is a home run but compared to places downtown Mpls. or in South Mpls. it was fine.

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  3. Jennifer

    Minneapolis - St. Paul7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was fantastic! From the moment we walked in the door we were greeted with friendly smiles and welcomes. Our server was very knowledgeable and made great suggestions. The food was phenomenal—order the mushroom appetizer, it’s delish! Can’t wait to come back!

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  4. Russ

    Southwest Florida15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was welcoming and food was delicious. Prices are very reasonable for dinners. Wine prices are a little high for a glass. Definitely will go back

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  5. Ben

    Minneapolis - St. Paul28 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was amazing, and the food was fine, just not what I was expecting. I ordered the gorgonzola steak medallions, and I was expecting to get 3 small thick cut medallions with the gorgonzola cheese on top with the sauce it comes with on the bottom....I got three thin pieces of meat covered in mushrooms, didn't see any cheese. The meat was fine and tender, just wasn't worth the value. The apps and pasta we got were all great. I think just stick the the pasta dishes and your be good to go

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  6. Randy VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West96 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great meal! My slices of veal in a cream sauce were delicious, as was my wife's shrimp scampi. The shrimp could have been larger, however. Lots of interesting items on the menu. Have not been disappointed with other food choices in the past. Homemade salty caramel gelato was unique and very good. Our server was good. The overall service from different people was outstanding: one waitress overheard me suggesting regular butter to my wife and she immediately brought some. Empty plates were promptly cleared. All servers were attentive, even if not assigned to wait on your table. We will definitely go back.

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  7. Ellen

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    1.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Bread was said to be fresh, however we were there on Saturday and bread is baked on Tuesday’s only, bread was hard as a rock. Asked for different loaf and was told we’d be charged for it. Appetizer was burnt, they replaced with different appetizer. Pasta and wine were great

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  8. Brian

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal. Get the specials, whatever they are! Went with an app and an entree that were specials and both were excellent. What a gem! Wish we found this place sooner, but ow that we have we will definitely be back.

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  9. Ernest

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, authentic dishes, appetizers were superb.. very good attentive service… great place to have a great date-night experience… Will return to try more of their wide selections.

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  10. Randolph

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, attentive service, small but lively location.

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Buona Sera is rated 4.7 stars by 2341 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 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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