Caffe Buon Gusto - UES

4.7

1152 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 28, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

This charming Upper East Side café exudes comfort and conviviality, with parchment shades that soften light from sconces that warm the room. Eager to please, the kitchen uses high-quality ingredients for its mix-and-match philosophy. Patrons can choose their meats, their pastas (dried or, for a slight surcharge, the restaurant's own homemade), and their sauces (from a simple marinara to a more complex carbonara) as they create their own dishes.
For dessert, you can't go wrong with a cappuccino or a chocolate tartufo all served up with a smile.
During this time, the Restaurant staff is taking temperature of diners and a phone number from one member of the party for contact tracing . Plexi-glass dividers are set up for both inside and outside dining areas.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(212) 535-6884
Website
http://www.caffebuongusto.nyc/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Please call the restaurant to plan your next event.

Location
236 E. 77th St., New York, NY 10075
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
between 3rd Ave & 2nd Ave)
Parking details
Street or private lot.
Public transit
77 St (4, 6, 6X) 68 St - Hunter College (4, 6, 6X) 86 St (4, 5, 6, 6X)
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Popular dishes

$12.95. Served with your Choice of Sauce. Puttanesca: Anchovies, Capers, Tomato, Garlic & Black Olives. Ricotta & Pomodoro: Ricotta Cheese & Pomodoro. Primavera: Vegetables in a Chicken Broth. Pesto: Basil, Garlic & Cheese. Bolognese: Meat Sauce. Add to Your Sauce: Mozzarella, Mushroom, Broccoli or Spinach $4.95

Capellini
Farfalle
Penne
Linguini
Rigatoni

Homemade Pasta

$14.95. Served with your Choice of Sauce. Piselli & Funghi: Peas, Mushroom in a chicken broth. Carbonara: Pancetta & Onions in Cream Sauce. Alla Vodka: Tomato & Cream. Marinara: Garlic & Tomato. Alfredo: Cream Sauce. Pomodoro: Tomato. Pancetta, Calamari Sausages, Chicken $4.95 or Shrimp $5.95

Gnocchi
Plain or Spinach
Ravioli
Spinach or Ricotta
Paglia & Fieno
Green & White Linguist
Fettuccine
Green & White
Orecchiette
Tortellini
Veal or Cheese

Focaccia Sandwich Choices

Homemade Focaccia Sandwich$10.95

Entree Choices

Choice of Chicken $14.95 or Veal $18.95

Buon Gusto
Topped with Mozzarella, Prosciutto & Mushroom Sauteed in Marania Wine
Scarpariello
Sauteed with Sausage & Fresh Rosemary in Lemon, Garlic & White Wine
Sorrentina
Topped with Eggplant, Mozzarella & Sauteed in Tomato Sauce
Pizzaiola
Sauteed with Sweet Red Peppers, Mushroom & Chopped Tomato
Romana
Breaded and Topped with Chopped Tomato & Angula
Porcini
Sauteed in Porcini mushroom & Cream Sauce
Parmigiana
Sauteed with Mozzarella & Tomato Sauce
Marsala
Sauteed with Mushroom in Marsala Wine Sauce
Fra' Diavolo
Sauteed in a Spicy Marinara Sauce
Francese
Sauteed in a Lemon Butter Sauce
Piccata
Sauteed in White Wine & Lemon Sauce

Sides

Asparagus$5.95
Spinach$5.95
Broccoli$5.95
Broccoli Rabe$6.95

Soup

Tortellini In Brodo$7.95
Veal or Cheese in Chicken Broth
Stracciatella$6.95
Egg Dijon & Spinach in Chicken Broth
Seafood Soup$9.95
Soup of The Day
- P/A
Minestrone$6.95

Antipasti

Grilled Calamari$8.95
Beef Carpaccio$9.95
Portobello Tower$8.95
Prosciutto & Fichi$9.95
Pan Seared Shrimp & Scallops$9.95
Affettati & Formaggio$8.95
Bresaola$8.95
Mussels$8.95
Crab Cakes$8.95

Insalate

Gorgonzola$8.95
Apples & Goat Cheese$8.95
Florentina$7.95
Tricolore$6.95
Caprese$9.95
Arugula$7.95
Insalata All' Arancia$6.95
Caesar$6.95
Beet & Goat Cheese$8.95
Insalata Mista$5.95

Special Pasta

Seafood Linguini$15.95
Homemade Paglia & Fieno Shrimp$14.95
Linguine alle Vongole$13.95
Homemade Ravioli$13.95
Homemade Black Linguine$13.95
Homemade Ravioli Crab Meat$15.95
Homemade Paglia & Fieno Salmon$15.95
Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausages$13.95
Homemade Veal Tortellini$13.95
Linguine Lobster$17.95

Eggplant

$13.95

Parmigiana
Served with Mozzarella In Tomato Sauce
Rollatina
Stuffed with Ricotta, Mozzarella & Mushroom Sauteed in Tomato Sauce
Bolognese
Served in Mozzarella Meat Sauce

Steak, Filet Mignon or Chops of the Day

Steak, Filet Mignon or Chops of the Day
- P/A

Fish

Salmon$17.95
Trout$18.95
Red Snapper$19.95
Striped Sea Bass$19.95
Filet of Soda$17.95
Emilliano
Livornese
Romagnoio
Di Capri
Francese

Dinner Menu

Soups

Tortellini In Brodo$8.95
Minestrone$8.95
Cioppino$12.95
Gazpacho of the Day$9.95
Stracciatella$7.95
Soup of the Day
- P/A

Antipasti

Grilled Calamari$10.95
Carpaccio of the Day$10.95
Portobello Tower$9.95
Prosciutto & Melone$10.95
Seared Sea Scallops$11.95
Affettati & Formaggie$14.95
Bresaola & Asparagus$10.95
Mussels$9.95
Crab Cakes$11.95
Shrimp & Scallops$12.95
Bocconcini$10.95

Insalate

Pears & Gorgonzola$9.95
Apple & Goat Cheese$9.95
Fiorentina$8.95
Tricolore$8.95
Caprese$9.95
Arugula$8.95
Primavera$8.95
Caesar$7.95
Beet & Goat Cheese$8.95
Insalata Mista$7.95
Mediterranca$9.95

Pasta

Served with your Choice of Sauce Puttanesca: Anchovies, Capers, Garlic & Olives in Tomato Sauce. Ricotta & Pomodoro: Ricotta Cheese & Tomato Sauce. Primavera: Vegetable & Touch of Tomato Sauce in Chicken Broth. Pesto: Basil, Garlic, And Cream & Cheese. Bolognese: Meat Sauce. Add to Your Sauce: Broccoli, Mozzarella, Vegetables or Spinach $4.95. Chicken, Calamari, Sausage $4.95, or Shrimp $5.95

Capellini$14.95
Farfalle$14.95
Linguini$14.95
Penne$14.95
Rigatoni$14.95
Gluten Free Penne$16.95

Homemade Pasta

Served with your Choice of Sauce. Piselli & Funghi: Peas, Mushrooms in a Chicken Broth. Carbonara: Pancetta & Onions in Crema Sauce. Alla Vodka: Tomato & Cream. Marinara: Garlic & Tomato. Alfredo: Cream Sauce. Pomodoro: Tomato

Gnocchi$15.95
Plain or Spinach
Ravioli$15.95
Spinach & Ricotta
Paglia & Fieno$15.95
Fettuccine$15.95
Green & White
Orecchiette$15.95
Tortellini$15.95
Veal or Cheese
Whole Wheat Fettuccine or Linguine$16.95

Special Pasta

Seafood Linguini$21.95
Homemade Paglia & Fieno Shrimp$17.95
Linguine alle Vongole$19.95
Homemade Ravioli$15.95
Homemade Black Linguine$18.95
Lobster Over Homemade Black Linguine$29.95
Homemade Ravioli Crab Meat$19.95
Homemade Paglia & Fieno Salmon$17.95
Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausage$17.95
Homemade Veal Tortellini$15.95
Linguine Lobster$23.95

Entree

Chicken $17.95 or Veal $18.95

Buon Gusto
Scarpariello
Sorrentina
Pizzaiola
Romana
Porcini
Parmigiana
Marsala
Fra' Diavolo
Francese
Piccata

Eggplant

Parmigiana$14.95
Served with Mozzarella In Tomato Sauce
Rollatina$14.95
Stuffed with Ricotta, Mozzarella & Mushroom Sauteed in Tomato Sauce
Bolognese$16.95
Served in Mozzarella Meat Sauce

Steak, Filet Mignon or Chops of the Day

Steak, Filet Mignon or Chops of the Day
- P/A

Fish

Salmon$20.95
Trout$20.95
Red Snapper$21.95
Striped Sea Bass$21.95
Filet of Sole$19.95
Emilliano
Livornese
Romagnoio
Di Capri
Francese

Side Orders

Pasta$5.95
Asparagus$5.95
Spinach$5.95
Broccoli$5.95
Roasted Potato$5.95
Broccoli Rabe$6.95

What 1,152 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Caffe Buon Gusto - UES is celebrated for its "fantastic home-made Italian food" and "excellent attentive service." A neighborhood favorite, it impresses with "great menu, great food, and friendly staff." Despite some noise, the welcoming atmosphere and fresh pasta dishes make it a delightful dining experience. Highly recommended.

1,153 Reviews

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Linda
VIP
New York City
39 reviews
3.0
39 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
The cost of the food is prohibitive for what they give. $34.95 for pasta is too high. I eat at many restaurants and about $34 for one piece of branzino fish is high and skimpy as well as it was like rubber. I should have alerted the staff but did not want to while eating. My fault. I advised them after. We’ve eaten there for almost as long as it’s open about twenty years and it has gone down in quality, and the cost has risen.
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Ray
Naples
62 reviews
5.0
62 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent local Italian restaurant with really delicious food in a very quaint atmosphere. Pasta was really good as was the Sole with lemon, butter and capers. Definitely would go back to this place again!
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Nicole
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always have such a delightful time every time we dine here. The service is superb, and the food is reliably delicious. So thankful to have this neighborhood gem over the last 15 years or so. The Maitre d’ is the best! Thank you. Luis and Nicole
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Jack
Miami
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Welcoming, charming and accommodating. Food is Amazing With a tremendous selection.
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evan
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We have been coming here for years and we absolutely love the food. Our favorite in Manhattan. Service took a bit long but they were slammed and we were in no rush.
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Debra
New York City
30 reviews
2.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Underwhelming experience. Restaurant was smaller than expected. Tables tightly spaced. Menu was extensive but a bit ordinary. Started with a Pear Salad which was fresh and tasty. Ordered the Veal tortellini which was flavorful but pasta was way too soft. And sauce was overpowering. Didn’t order dessert but they nicely served us a Tiramisu which unfortunately wasn’t very good. Would not allow the bill to be split 3 ways? Probably won’t be going back.
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Cynthia
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Had the chicken franchise and it was so tender and delicious. It was a 10! Dishes came with vegetables however, we were able to add a side dish of homemade pasta to add to our meal. Highly recommend this restaurant. Music was nice mix of holiday tunes and was relaxing.
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Joe
Las Vegas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The menu prices on Open Table are off by about 50 percent. My chicken dish was listed on the menu on Open Table for 17.99 it was actually 29.95. Same for the salad. Listed online for 7.95 and charged 12.95. This is a local and very casual restaurant.
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Rose
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Small and cozy restaurant away from all the noise and tourists in Manhattan. Good is excellent and service as well.
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Evan
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Anniversary dinner with my girlfriend- very pleased with service and value. We both enjoyed our meals very much!
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FAQs

Caffe Buon Gusto - UES does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates.

Caffe Buon Gusto - UES is rated 4.7 stars by 1152 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

236 E. 77th St., New York, NY 10075

Additional information

Cross street
between 3rd Ave & 2nd Ave)
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street or private lot.
Public transit
77 St (4, 6, 6X) 68 St - Hunter College (4, 6, 6X) 86 St (4, 5, 6, 6X)
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
http://www.caffebuongusto.nyc/
Phone number
(212) 535-6884
Catering
Please call the restaurant to plan your next event.

Caffe Buon Gusto - UES

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Capellini

Gnocchi

Tortellini

Lunch Menu

Pasta Choices

Pasta

Capellini

Farfalle

Penne

Linguini

Rigatoni

Homemade Pasta

Gnocchi

Ravioli

Paglia & Fieno

Fettuccine

Orecchiette

Tortellini

Focaccia Sandwich Choices

Homemade Focaccia Sandwich$10.95

Entree Choices

Buon Gusto

Scarpariello

Sorrentina

Pizzaiola

Romana

Porcini

Parmigiana

Marsala

Fra' Diavolo

Francese

Piccata

Sides

Asparagus$5.95

Spinach$5.95

Broccoli$5.95

Broccoli Rabe$6.95

Soup

Tortellini In Brodo$7.95

Stracciatella$6.95

Seafood Soup$9.95

Soup of The Day

Minestrone$6.95

Antipasti

Grilled Calamari$8.95

Beef Carpaccio$9.95

Portobello Tower$8.95

Prosciutto & Fichi$9.95

Pan Seared Shrimp & Scallops$9.95

Affettati & Formaggio$8.95

Bresaola$8.95

Mussels$8.95

Crab Cakes$8.95

Insalate

Gorgonzola$8.95

Apples & Goat Cheese$8.95

Florentina$7.95

Tricolore$6.95

Caprese$9.95

Arugula$7.95

Insalata All' Arancia$6.95

Caesar$6.95

Beet & Goat Cheese$8.95

Insalata Mista$5.95

Special Pasta

Seafood Linguini$15.95

Homemade Paglia & Fieno Shrimp$14.95

Linguine alle Vongole$13.95

Homemade Ravioli$13.95

Homemade Black Linguine$13.95

Homemade Ravioli Crab Meat$15.95

Homemade Paglia & Fieno Salmon$15.95

Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausages$13.95

Homemade Veal Tortellini$13.95

Linguine Lobster$17.95

Eggplant