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Buona Vita, Somers Point, NJ

Buona Vita

4.6 (2246)
$30 and under
Italian
801 Bay Ave, Somers Point, NJ 08244

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Summer Season hours are everyday from 3pm to 10 pm
New to Somer's Point the Grand Opening of Buona Vita Restaurant is dedicated to preparing deliciously authentic and classic Italian foods served with only top-shelf ingredients, charm and smile, where guests are celebrated and welcomed. With beautiful high ceilings, warm ambiance, beautiful Tuscan décor, walking through the doors of Buona Vita takes you to an intimate and cozy Southern Italian villa right in the heart of Somers Point. We are also offering takeout orders! Please visit our website to place your order!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (609) 788-0370
  • Website
    http://www.buonavitarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    801 Bay Ave, Somers Point, NJ 08244
  • Neighborhood
    Somers Point
  • Parking details
    4pm-12pm Private Lot
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

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What 2,246 people are saying

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

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Atlantic

    Neighborhood gem

  • Atlantic

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Atlantic

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Buona Vita offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service" and a "great outdoor space." The food is frequently praised as "amazing," with standout dishes like Bronzino and gnocchi. Despite occasional noise and reservation challenges, patrons appreciate the friendly atmosphere, "intimate" setting, and consistently "delicious food."
2,246 Reviews

  1. Vipul VIP

    Philadelphia County8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service was absolutely delicious. Would highly recommend!

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  2. Janetta VIP

    Philadelphia County31 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Upstairs is warmer and usually louder than downstairs. Don't know why this is our consistent experience 3 out of 3. Food is always delicious, service is 4 out of 5. Still a good byob spot must try.

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  3. Ginny

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I was very disappointed in my dinner at Buona Vita on Saturday night! I had one of the specials, which was Lobster Ravioli. The dish was very mediocre, and to make it worse it was lukewarm warm! And to add insult to injury, I realized when I got home that the price of the entree was $54.00. I didn’t get a prime NY strip, I just got a mediocre lobster ravioli and the lobster was no where to be found! Beware!

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  4. Anthony VIP

    Philadelphia County317 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Have been here many times. Food is always good. Friday here was very busy. We ordered the Lobster ravioli, and the Sea Bass special. Bother were very good. We will definitely be back.

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  5. Mike

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants in area. Food and service are always great

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  6. shoredine VIP

    New York City163 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service as usual. Fried Calamari was very good. Veal dish was tender and tasty. Always a great meal.

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  7. Cynthia

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious, service great, low noise level at first around 5:15 but grew progressively louder as the restaurant filled up. Pretty noisy eventually. Lovely place!

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  8. Peggy

    Philadelphia County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was great! We enjoyed everything and are looking forward to returning back soon!

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  9. Gina VIP

    New York City32 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    New staff need some wirk. Such as spilling water all over table when refilling glasses. Placing dirty, saucy silverware on white table cloth when picking up dishes. All food great but bread atrocious.. stale .. worst Italian bread ever and served with either canola oil or very poor quality olive. The rest of the food delicious though and made up for it.

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  10. Robin VIP

    Philadelphia County98 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    My table of 4 really liked our meals. The server was accommodating to our requests. Our food came out hot and plentiful

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Buona Vita is rated 4.6 stars by 2246 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for Buona Vita

801 Bay Ave, Somers Point, NJ 08244

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Somers Point
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 3:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    4pm-12pm Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access

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