About Buona Sera
Buona Sera brings the warmth, elegance, and timeless appeal of a classic Italian restaurant to the heart of Red Bank, NJ. Located at 50 Maple Ave, this formal dining destination is known for its ornate decor, inviting atmosphere, and menu filled with beloved Italian favorites prepared to satisfy both everyday cravings and special-occasion dinners. Whether guests are stopping in for lunch, settling in for a memorable dinner, or enjoying a quiet meal alone, Buona Sera offers a polished experience that feels both refined and welcoming. With a strong reputation built on 2,122 reviews and a 4.50 out of 5 rating, it has earned the trust of diners seeking quality food, attentive service, and a consistently enjoyable experience. The restaurant’s appeal goes far beyond its beautiful setting. Buona Sera is celebrated for fast service, a great beer selection, expertly crafted cocktails, rich coffee, exceptional desserts, and an impressive wine list that pairs perfectly with its Italian cuisine. Guests can enjoy live music, local specialties, happy-hour drinks and food, late-night offerings, and a full bar on site, making it an excellent choice for everything from casual gatherings to elegant evenings out. With dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and outdoor seating available, it provides flexible options that make enjoying its food easy and convenient. Catering services and table service add even more value, helping make Buona Sera a reliable choice for celebrations, business meals, and family occasions alike. Comfort and accessibility are also a priority at Buona Sera, ensuring more guests can enjoy the experience with ease. The restaurant features wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and toilet facilities, along with reservation options for those planning ahead. Accepted payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, adding convenience to every visit. With its cozy, romantic, trendy, and upmarket atmosphere, Buona Sera offers more than a meal—it delivers a complete dining experience that combines atmosphere, flavor, and hospitality in a way that keeps customers returning again and again.
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We had the pleasure of hosting our engagement party here and it was perfection! I have a gluten and dairy allergy and the staff was so helpful and reassuring that I my food was safe and still delicious. The views were incredible, food was delicious, staff was incredible!
I received a surprise personal greeting by Mike, greeted me with my name? When I made the reservation, I mentioned that I was handicapped & would be arriving in a motorized scooter, he won me over immediately. This restaurant has been around, this was my first visit. Food is magnificent, the restaurant is gorgeous and the drinks are great. We …
Italian food that makes old world proud! Everything we have ever had is perfect. Parings and flavor combinations are done with precision. Every dish seems to be made to exacting standards. All of the meals are delicious and cooked the way you want it. I’m the staff is charming and helpful, and the food comes out in the timeframe expected …
We had our rehearsal dinner at Buena Sera (5/7/26), and it was the perfect way to kick off our wedding weekend. Since it's been a family favorite for years, it made the evening feel even more special. Mike made the planning process easy and stress-free, and was happy to accommodate a few substitutions so we could include some of our …
We came for dinner before a show at Basie and it was fantastic!! Everything was delicious, service was great as well. The Kansa City steak we ordered was so thick, exceeded expectations and was perfectly cooked. Would recommend to anyone and we hope to come back again in the future.
Stopped in for dinner before a show at Count Basie. The food was PHENOMENAL!!! My husband and I tried four different dishes. Each one was better than the next! Our server Tina was fabulous! Super friendly. Extremely helpful. She also let us know they will “food check” items next door if we have leftovers. Never knew that!! Run, don’t walk, …
My girlfriend took me here the other day (Memorial Day 2026) for my birthday, and it was one of the best ways I could have asked to spend the day. The atmosphere was great, especially in the back where you’re greeted occasionally by a jolly little model train set making its rounds on a track suspended from the roof just …
I was in town on a Friday night and decided to have dinner here. I got seats at the bar and the bartender was super friendly. Ordered Aperol Spritz and the Sardinian pizza, which was delicious. For dinner I ordered the Pork Paillard which was. Avery unique dish served with pancetta over gnocchi and the Fresh Clam Sauce over linguine, …
My wife and I had dinner at Buona Sera on May 11 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of our very first date, and it was the perfect spot for such a milestone. We started with the PEI mussels in marinara, which were excellent, followed by the lobster ravioli for her and the swordfish for me—everything was delicious. The service was …
Buona Sera is one of my go to restaurants when I am home from concert touring. The food is very consistent. If you are looking for cheap eats this ain't it. If you are looking for fresh high quality ingredients that make a great meal this is the place. Fresh seafood, dry aged prime grade beef, a pork chop that …
