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When this antique store opened in 1994, its hidden kitchen quickly became an in-the-know favorite. Artisanal Italian ingredients, stellar wines and serious service steadily raised its rank among foodies, while...
citysearch.com - expert review - 12/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Amazing. The olive oil is very flavorful and tastes amazing on bread. The decor is very charming and they have done great job re-creating a country Italian restaurant. Had yummy chicken and the…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's Bf's birthday dinner so we went to an Italian place of his choice. The restaurant was transferred from a 200-year old antique store so the decoration followed the same theme. Felt like you…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
you know how decadently tasty chefs keep a stash of goods to make their food always decadently tasty: truffle oil, fresh herbs, pasta-making machines. this is the place where the stash is stashed.
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Overrated. I took date recently and called to say we'd be a few minutes late but were still placed in the worst table in the house.
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Il Buco has incredibly fresh and tasty Italian food served in a rustic, Tuscan feeling restaurant. The homemade pastas are always amazing, no matter what you get. Great selection of apps (salads,…
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A-MAZ-ING. I absolutely love this place. It is tucked away in a cute little corner of the East Village, in a completely adorable little space that just oozes with rustic charm. You can tell that a…
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Here are all of the reasons that the Il Buco staff should have hated us: 1. We were a party of eight which devolved into six over the course of 45 minutes.
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Il Buco is adorable. I loved the atmosphere and the old school Italian feeling. A group of us was here last night for a bday dinner. We decided to share everything which was fine...I loved the food…
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Homemade pastas are a rarity in New York and I had some delish pasta dishes at II Buco last night. Since it's mainly Tuscan, I decied to stick with the staples. I had beef empanadas that were made…
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
When i want to go out for something special or special guests are in town or just as a nice treat, I always think about il Buco, No other place has such consistently amazing food, in this area. High…
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. The food is simple, the service is good and they have Juan Gil by the glass. MMMMMMM.
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It was a while ago when I ate here for the first--and last--time, and my memory might be skewed due to the occasion (my graduation from NYU), but I remember this as being a phenomenal meal. The…
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this place 5 stars except for the crappy table we got right next to the door. I got hit a few times by it. Other than that, the food and service was impeccable.
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious pork on pancetta sandwich ! Served open faced and grilled with reserved fat and coarse Sicilian sea salt & a yummy mini-side salad.
yelp.com - user review - 11/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Made to the top of my current list. The ambiance was authentic rustic Italian: wood, copper, candles and even the products sold just like on an Italian farm (so I hear since I'm with an Italian).…
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Visiting Il Buco made me wish I lived in NYC. The ambiance is made for a movie: cozy, warm and intimate. I went with a girlfriend on a rainy Friday night and we had dinner at the bar. We both had…
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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I must preface this reveiw by stating that this was not my first dining experience at Il Buco, I have been on at least 9 prior occasions over past two years and I eat out frequently. It's been said numerous...
menupages.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been going to this place since 2000 when my ex-boss recommended it. We just went there on Friday again for the first time in a while, and it has lost none of it's charm. Very romantic, charming,…
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Are you looking for a romantic place to take that special date. Well I would like to present Il Buco. The ambiance is set with warm lighting, rustic tables and delicious smells. The wait staff are…
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2007
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we had the misfortune of having a rude server for the evening, who really set things off on the wrong foot. from her generally rude manner in interacting with people, to her lack of attention to detail when...
menupages.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a very chill Saturday lunch on a even quieter Bond Street. Graham Hill was convinced that there's a secret room somewhere where he partied one night with some rock stars once. The owner is saying…
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
great wines, olive oil tasting menu, nice salads and solid entrees. you can sit outside or in the dark rustic inside.
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
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think riviera. fresh seafood flavors, spicy pastas, and grilled meats make this much more than the rustic italian the room implies. Il Buco would not be out of place in Monte Carlo, and the prices reflect this somewhat. still, the place fills a unique niche in a city with more than its share of italianate places.
openlist - user review - 07/17/2007
The food is good, but service was severely lacking. It took them forever to bring out our second course and then they blamed it on the large party downstairs.
menupages.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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My family was taken here by a friend and I must tell you it was the most charming dinner we had during our week in NYC. Friendly staff, warm atmosphere and the food was wonderful. For the rest of the week we...
menupages.com - user review - 05/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Il Buco's kitchen and dining decor is exactly the type of atmosphere I'd want to have in my own home (if I ever owned my own home). Love the antiquey and rustic furnishings - conducive to an intimate…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I heard about Il Buco through an in-flight magazine and was instantly drawn to its description. Needless to mention, the restaurant lived up to my expectations. The rustic kitchen, candles and olive…
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Impressive Mediterranean cuisine in a setting that could be in a seaside Italian village. I would recommend reservations a few days prior. I was unable to get Thursday night reservations when I…
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2007
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My family went to Il Buco for dinner this evening. I have not been as dissatisfied with a NYC restaurant as this one in my 25 years of living in the city. In fact, I would argue that this is the single most...
menupages.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
i'd give this place 5 stars for food, 1 for price--holy cow it's expensive. granted, i don't like spending a lot of money. this is a great place if you are trying to impress someone who is impressed…
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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Went here last night to meet up with a few friends for tapas and wine. Their wine list was extensive but severely overpriced for the type of restaurant it is- as I paid $15 for a simple Sancerre. That's the...
menupages.com - user review - 03/22/2007
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I went here with a large group of friends without knowing much about it. The atmosphere is AWESOME. Very comfortable and warm. The food was amazing and the staff was welcoming. All in all a great place to go....
menupages.com - user review - 03/14/2007
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After making a reservation weeks in advance, our table was in the "climate controlled" basement which was absolutely freezing! Appetizer of Hamachi and bloodorange was good. However, after a very long, cold...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So good you want to eat alone and really savor every lucious bite. Or, perhaps--if you're (or they're) very lucky--
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2007
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Intimate & rustic atmosphere. The food was fresh and delicious! My gnocchi was a bit on the salty side, but sashimi appetizer, duck confit & risotto were AMAZING! Definitely one of the best, authentic Italian...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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Small, Classy, and very intimate setting. The scene is "Old Euro" The food is good! I had the Ribeye (prepared medium). I enjoyed it. It's really a nice place to go and relax. It's not a loud crowd and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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The chowhounds favourite restaurant once again never dissapoints, I was out shopping with my daughter the other day and just happened to be at the best art store in the city a block away, we stopped in for...
menupages.com - user review - 12/20/2006
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We just went to Il Buco with my work colleagues for our Holiday dinner. We had the back room by the kitchen. The food was out of this world! We are all a bunch of wannabe foodies and all of us were in heaven....
citysearch.com - user review - 12/18/2006
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As a person who loves dining in NYC, I LOVED Il Buco... It is amazing - great service, fabulous food, wonderful wine! The ambiance is so terrific - upstairs is a great dining room and downstairs the wine...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/17/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place has been great for over a decade. In my book, that says a lot.
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2006
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OK ,it can be loud..for sure too loud when some drunk rude patrons get really loud disrepecting every other diner .What should a reastaurant do ? Give this guys a break ! I have been a regular for years and it...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2006
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Too loud to talk. we went with another couple and it was really hard to hear one another across the table!! I like the decor though. The food is good although the main courses were better than the appetizers....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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I have dined at Il Buco three times and have consistently had great experiences. Their menu is always changing, but is always good. They have a great cheese selection and also have a nice selection of wines....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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This place is always so consistant! We have been coming here for the past 4 years and we are always amazed. The food is nothing short of remarkable, and the service is always warm and friendly! We also...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2006
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I had dinner at Il Buco yesterday. The atmosphere was OK, however the service and food was quite mediocre. Nobody offered us a drink for 20 minutes after we were seated. When I asked for a diet coke, the...
menupages.com - user review - 11/07/2006
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we had a private party(cocktails and dinner) in the dark and cozy wine cellar. the service was great and the menu (which we pared down) still had a diverse selection. my twofold complaints: $3,500.00 minimum...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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Food was great and came quickly. Service was rude. We were told we were talking too loud(in an already loud restaurant) The hostess made faces about us to her friends, they were whispering behind our backs....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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Although the setting was wonderful, the food was a total bust -- all 3 courses, but especially the boiled meat stew, which was almost inedible. The short rib was probably the fattiest I've ever seen (to tell...
menupages.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It really is good food. And as others have stated, the ambiance gets you to Italy faster than the Concorde, if it were still in existence. Here's my issue. They don't serve Bacardi. I know that…
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ambiance is amazing - you don't feel like you're in Manhattan at all. Came here for a company outing! We had a pre-fixe menu designed by my company but it was truly delish. The wine was incredible…
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2006
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This is a must for anyone who needs to have a I'm back in Italy feeling. The shrimp and scallops my wife and I had were perfect. The service was impeccable and not overbearing as someplaces it can be. The...
menupages.com - user review - 08/29/2006
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Nice atmoshpere but everything else was only average. Food was okay but the portions are very small and too expensive for what you get. Waitress was pouring wine every time you took a sip -- kind of felt like...
menupages.com - user review - 07/31/2006
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Wow. I am wow-ed. Wonderful, wonderful food - they really take their time with their flavors. You can taste it in every mouthful. Some of the most attentive service I have ever experienced in NYC, or anywhere...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/29/2006
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I researched italian restaurants for my boyfriends birthday dinner for at least 3 weeks and I finally narrowed my choice down to Il Buco and couldn't be happier with my decision. The staff put us at a private...
menupages.com - user review - 07/24/2006
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In 30 years since I moved to NYC I've never felt more unwelcome or experienced less friendly service than this place. Rude maitre d', inept waiters, rushed service, snooty attitudes - a nightmare experience...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/21/2006
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This is another restaurant jewel in the city of NY. As soon as you enter the place, you are thrown back to Italy 100 years ago. The decor is amazing. We had pasta and fish - both are to die for. I have been...
menupages.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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In a neighborhood with a lot of Italian, this one stands out. Wine and food were both supurb. We had a reservation, and we seated at a less than ideal table in the back. This would normally annoy us, but we...
menupages.com - user review - 07/14/2006
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I've read the reviews and after my dinner my dinner there two nights ago, I can safely assure any weary diners that Il Buco is tops in Manhattan. I laugh when I read good reviews about typical italian fare and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/24/2006
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Went with friends to celebrate a birthday, such a disappointment. They sat 8 of us at a table that isn't meant for more than 6, we got past that. They kept running out of any bottle of wine we ordered, so...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2006
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Brought a client and colleague here for dinner having only read a review of it the night before. The atmosphere is really great if you're looking for a bustling rustic Italian, 'forget you're in a huge city'...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2006
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Il Buco is both an antique shop and a restaurant, which both accounts for the fabulous ambiance and ...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/25/2006
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Il Buco is just the answer to a romantic date dilemma. You'll impress the one your smitten with, ye...
judysbook.com - user review - 05/25/2006
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They were out of a lot of their less expensive wines (in the $35-$45 range), so we paid over $100 for 2 bottles of wine. Which were just OK. Even though we sat by the kitchen, it was near IMPOSSIBLE to ever...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/09/2006
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Although the ambiance is great, the food is not worth the money. I had bisteca there the other night and it was way below average considering the $34 price tag on it. Also the octopus appetizer was far away...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/04/2006
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Hard to find but well worth it when you do! Excellent food, wine, desserts. It felt very homey and comfy on a cold night. The food reminded me of my old home in Croatia and my family's kitchen.... Service...
menupages.com - user review - 03/29/2006
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Our party sat downstairs in a charming wine cellar and meat storage pantry. The waiter was extremely knowlegeable about the menu and guided us pefectly through the entire evening . We were also not rushed even...
menupages.com - user review - 02/20/2006
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I went here with my friends, who was here on vacation. We were all wearing jeans and I don't know if that gave the host the impression that we were poor and could not afford dinning there. Anyway, the portions...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2006
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I went to Il Buco for Valentine's. The food, the atmosphere and these service was amazing. The place is so intimate and nicely decorated. The ingredients in the dishes are so fresh. We had 5 course pre-fix...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
food is great, though pricey. there are plenty of other great italian restaurants in the neighborhood; what separates il buco is the rustic, sophisticated ambiance and the fantastic wine cellar. dine…
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2006
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I did travel to NY for years and a while back i fell in love with Il Buco ...i was travelling back and forth and would not miss the chance to go there being recognized, well served and eating food i was...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/02/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I think it is more about ambiance than food at Il Buco (after all, it is a little pricey for Italian considering how many good Italian restaurants - and home Italian cooks - there are in the city).…
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Upscale Italian with prices to match, Il Buco is great if you're looking to get away from spaghetti-and-meatball places and don't mind paying for it. The dcor is rustic but classy, and the candlelit…
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2005
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Il Buco was everything that I was told it would be. A perfect romantic night. Do the olive oil tasting!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2005
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After hearing wonderful things about this restaurant, and eager to use our Diner's Deck card, my boyfriend and I came here one rainy Saturday night. We were tucked away into a rustic table in a cozy little...
menupages.com - user review - 10/18/2005
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I've been to a lot of Italian restaurants, high-end, low-end, and this was the blandest food I've ever tasted. This is not Italian food. Save your money. The risotto had no flavor. My husband's pasta with...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/15/2005
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I'm in two minds about Il Buco.....The first time I visited I fell in love with the ambience, and was estatic that the food matched up. That was followed by visits off and on. There have been times that the...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2005
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I read a lot of positive things about this restaurant and was anxious to try it, but I certainly would not return. On their own website, they have posted an extensive tapas menu, however, in the restaurant,...
menupages.com - user review - 08/31/2005
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First let me address a few of the negative things that others have said. As far as communal tables there are 11 private tables on the main floor and only four communal tables. I might add that you are further...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2005
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I went to Il Buco based on the recommendations here and the 9.6 score given. I was sorely disappointed. The food was mediocre. The service was poor. When asked to compare between two dishes, the server said...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2005
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I had dinner there last weekend, and the food was amazing. To be honest, I didn't even NOTICE if the service we got was good or bad, who cares about service as long as we got the amazing food? The appetizers...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/09/2005
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I'm a real foodie and I was completely blown away by the food at this charming NoLita find! The wine is delicious, the food is extremely fresh and creative, and the atmosphere is perfect! Everytime I go here I...
menupages.com - user review - 03/25/2005
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Overpriced & food was below average, trust me don't go there!
citysearch.com - user review - 02/08/2005
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Loud, crowded, unconfortable, inattentive service, a menu that is "creative" by some standards is largely unappealing, and I like "everything"
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2005
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don't believe the hype. WAY overpriced for bland pseudo organic food. they act like they're doing you a favor offering six crappy entrees from which to choose. truly one of the worst meals i've ever had, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/22/2005
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I was really dissapointed with our visit to one of my old favorites. This stunningly beautiful spot used to have an equally impressive attention to detail regarding it's food. Striped Bass, was less than...
menupages.com - user review - 01/21/2005
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One of the most memorable meals of my life. While at this romantic and cozy restaurant, we received attentive and helpful service, and perfection on a plate. Our outstanding waiter Gianluca guided us toward...
menupages.com - user review - 01/12/2005
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To start off the night, we were greeted by a sycophant host who looked us up and down and seemed to have tallied what our wallets held by what we were wearing. The coat check girl also displayed a decided look...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/11/2005
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Great restaurant tucked away on slightly remote Bond Street. Well worth seeking out for its Umbrian specialities, including a fantastic tasting menu of super-premium olive oils. Ask about the basement's...
menupages.com - user review - 10/19/2004
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Very charming restaurant; it feels like you are in Italy, not in NYC. The atmosphere is great, especially if you have a large group of people. Food is not exceptional, the wine list is great. Well worth the...
menupages.com - user review - 08/18/2004
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Everything was great, thanks to the chef, it was amazing. We had a very romantic dinner, service was excellent.
citysearch.com - user review - 07/20/2004
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The octopus salad is one of the most wonderful things I've ever had. The service was amazing. The waiter had a perfect wine recommendation for every dish. It was a complete delight.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/01/2004
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I ate here with a small group and absolutely enjoyed the whole experience. The wine selection was wonderful....the olive oil was to die for. The food was fresh and the menu was inventive without having to try...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/28/2004
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What started as a romantic evening ended in disgust. We should of walked out the minute we walked in. It began with attitude from the staff and just got worse. We were seated with strangers which killed the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/11/2004
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sometimes when we all go out to dinner - we just like to eat - drink good wine - and stuf ourselves with yummy snacks and juicy meats - with good company "rude" waiters are just fast and out of the way - who...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/12/2004
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How anyone could trash this beautiful restaurant with its outstanding menu and exquisite wine list is beyond me. By far the most romantic dinner I've ever had and some of the best food too. Try the pan-seared...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/27/2003
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My fiance and I were dining at Il Buco to determine if it would be good for our reception. When we walked in, we were certain that this was the place. However, after waiting 20 minutes for our waiter to take...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2003
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s place could be romantic only it has communal seating! What is romantic about that? There are only 3 private tables in the entire restaurant. I have to say the service was amazing! My first experience at this...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2003
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I like Il Buco. I think the food is good, the ambience charming and it offers a decent wine list. I just think the prices are high for the type of food the kitchen turns out as well as the portion sizes. I...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2003
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By far my most favorite restaurant in Manhattan. Mix and match the appetizers and cheeses for a fantastic assortment of flavors! The cheese plate and assorted olives are fantastic. The wine selection amazing.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/25/2
