Service and quality of food aren't up to par. It took just over 15 minutes for anyone to even come to our table, at which time our drink and food order was taken- he didn't even bring us water until another couple of minutes. Everything he brought us, he sort of just threw or slung across the table- like you'd see at an old fashion diner. The chicken Marsala was ok- it was a huge piece of chicken but it was over cooked, the sauce was tasty, the veggies were actually the best part of the dish. The sangria honestly just tasted like watered down wine. The spaghetti and meatballs was a pretty small serving, so luckily I don't eat much and my husband could finish my dinner too. Nearly $100 for dinner and a couple drinks, definitely won't be back. read more

Got there 6 minutes before 5 was asked to wait outside by very rude staff. Empty restaurant reservation. Rufus ed seat. 72years old FU

5 stars for their lunch and dinner. 3 for the brunch. I have to say I've been so excited to try this. The burger didn't have much flavor and the berry French toast was especially swimming in a compote or the juices of some sort and there was WAY too much whipped cream. Definitely wish there was less whipped cream and more berries. I ordered a side of potatoes that was good. Also hoped for fresh squeezed orange juice and was surprised they didn't offer it. I would like to see their take on chilaquiles and huevos rancheros or maybe a breakfast croissant. read more

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Had a delicious meal, beet salad was wonderful and the chicken Marsala was on point. The craft cocktails were a hit. The service was outstanding and very accommodating. A definite stop on future trips to Visalia! read more

This was my first time trying this restaurant, actually stepping foot inside it and I was honestly really excited because I had seen it on TikTok. When we walked in, no one greeted us or approached us, and there was no sign explaining what to do. I assumed it was a "seat yourself" place, so we sat down. I noticed a couple of servers looking at us but not saying anything. After about five minutes, a woman with a very unpleasant tone finally came over and said, "That's not how it works here, let me get you the hostess." Isn't the hostess supposed to be at the front? The whole situation felt unorganized and unprofessional. In the short time I was there, I also noticed dusty areas and awkward seating arrangements. Overall, I was disappointed with the interaction and how messy everything looked. read more

There's a strange poetry to the Central Valley--the heat, the dust, the endless flatness stitched together with the quiet hum of human effort. You don't expect to find transcendence here. You expect labor, exhaustion, the perfume of orange blossoms mixed with diesel. And yet, right in downtown Visalia, sita a small miracle called Bistro Di Buffala. It isn't Paris. It isn't Rome. But for a moment, you could believe it was both--somewhere between the two, perhaps, where the wine is poured without hesitation and the laughter spills over like sauce from a careless plate. The air inside hums with appetite, not just for food, but for life. The mozzarella--my God, the mozzarella. It's tender, pure, almost indecent in its softness, like a secret whispered against your lips. The wood-fired pizza comes out blistered and fragrant, an edible testament to everything simple and beautiful that men have ever done with fire. You tear it apart with your hands because it would be vulgar to use a knife. You drink your wine slowly, but not too slowly, because nothing good lasts long. There's a warmth here that isn't just from the oven. The owners, the staff--they carry themselves with the kind of sincerity you rarely find anymore. They're not selling an idea of Italy; they're living a fragment of it, right here in the fertile middle of California, where the sun bleaches your thoughts and the night comes soft and forgiving. I sat there for hours, as I tend to do, lost in conversation and wine, watching the flicker of the flames behind the counter. Outside, the Valley slept. Inside, the room pulsed with that rare and holy thing--connection. Bistro Di Buffala isn't just a restaurant. It's an act of defiance. A declaration that joy, sensuality, and craft still matter. That even in a place most would call nowhere, there are pockets of somewhere--little sanctuaries of taste and tenderness. And if you find yourself there, don't rush. Eat slowly. Drink deeply. Remember that life, like good mozzarella, is best when it's fresh, messy, and shared. read more

The food was delicious. It was a bit busy but our waiter did an amazing job keeping up with everyone. I will definitely be going back. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - CHEESEBURGER CARBONARA - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

Thank you for the wonderful food. Service was excellent! Nice ambiance to celebrate ones birthday!! read more

We're looking in Visalia for food and landed here. Great drinks, fast service and we shared the Roasted Beat salad and margarita pizza. So far so good. read more

After a long day at Sequoia we returned to Visalia for dinner. I located this place from a TikTok video. We went inside to be seated and we were greeted and told that they could not take us for dinner because they had a party coming in at 7 PM and didn't think that they would be able to accommodate us. We arrived at 5:30 PM so I found it disappointing that they couldn't figure out how to take us and still take their party an hour and a half later. We ended up leaving and going somewhere else- their loss. read more

As a local Visalian, I've worked downtown on Main Street for 10+ years. I know restaurant's and what makes them special. This place is on the top of my list as a personal favorite and a #1 recommendation! This is one of the only places in town that is making Homemade pastas and homemade pizzas with the classic pizza oven. This restaurant offers a charming and cozy atmosphere that blends rustic, old-world Italian charm with a relaxed, inviting vibe. The decor features a rustic aesthetic with dim lighting, creating a warm and romantic ambiance ideal for date nights or casual gatherings with friends and family. The dining room is described as having an old-world style, with a focus on comfort and authenticity, complemented by a wine and aperitif bar that adds to the convivial atmosphere. The space is dog-friendly and offers outdoor seating when weather permits, adding a casual, community-oriented touch. read more

I recently went to Bistro Di Bufala, in Visalia California and It's one of the best Italian restaurants in town.  All of the food was served hot and made with fresh ingredients. The hamburger was especially my favorite, it was ground steak with fresh vegetables and their own flavorful seasoning, with a side of perfectly seasoned fries. The environment was peaceful and cool, perfect nighttime dinner date place. The staff added to the cool environment with their amazing care and service. Apart from great food and people, the prices were reasonable for the quality of the food. If you're ever in downtown Visalia make sure you check out this restaurant. read more

Ambiance and service was terrible. Very loud place and they should not offer at 8:30pm reservation when they close at 9pm felt rushed. First and last time their food was very flavorful I could say that. read more

We were supposed to go around to different bars but we stayed open to close cause the bartender Cassidy was AMAZING!! She made the best drinks and was so nice and we had so much fun! Will definitely be back. The atmosphere was great and the food was delicious ! read more

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I love coming here because of the ambiance, food, and the location right on Main Street. Decided to even have my birthday here and it was quite a large party for my birthday on the patio. I had to leave a review about our server Lisa she was amazing, friendly, and fast with our food and drink orders. All of the staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. It was a great kick off to turning 25! If you're coming here make sure to get their pistachio cake! It's the best cake I've ever had. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

Always a vibe here. Definitely recommend the De Angelo pasta WITH blackened Salmon. *chef's kiss Service is always a joy. Go down stairs for a special experience. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - two menus on a table - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

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Amazing place, good food, good service, what more can you ask for, highly recommend, friendly workers here and I love the small business vibe too read more

We ate Bistro Di Bufala for the first time ever. I ordered the Capelli D'Angelo and the wife ordered the Carbonara pizza. My dish was served lukewarm at best with little flavor my wife's Carbonara pizza however WAS MOUTH WATERING DELICIOUS!The waitress was amazing she noticed that I had only taken 2 bites of my meal and asked if I was satisfied. I explained that the pasta was served lukewarm and flavorless and she promptly removed my meal from the ticket. I realize that because of the quality of my wife's cooking I am hard to please but she uses San Marzano Tomatoes in her home made pasta dishes and ALL of her pasta dishes far surpasses what I ate at Bistro Di Bufala. 3 star experience. The drinks we ordered were not bad but nothing amazing that warrants a good or bad review. read more

Love this place, the drinks, the food, the service. It's always exceptional. Even on a busy night, the staff are friendly and nothing short of amazing. Love going here on a date night read more

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We have been going to this restaurant for a couple of years. And their food and service keeps getting better. One of the best restaurants in Visalia. read more

Love dining here! The food is always delicious and the staff attentive and thorough. Lauren is the best!

A very quaint restaurant and a staff that gives you that family feeling. The chicken Marcella is a must try!! read more

We love this spot for so many reasons. The staff is so friendly and fun. The cocktails are always special and the food never disappoints! Tried a house special tonight of braised rabbit over polenta, delicious My wife had the eggplant parmigiana and said it was one of the best around. read more

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Walking into this place is deceiving because at first you don't expect the restaurant to be as magnificent as it is. We were able to have dinner in the speakeasy below. We had the pleasure of having Derrick and one of the managers serving us. They were absolutely phenomenal, between their personalities and abilities to describe food and cocktails. We couldn't have asked for better service. The appetizers were tasty and perfect proportions, the entrees we had were delicious and fulfilling, the pistachio cake was perfection. This is my favorite place in Visalia, I would recommend for a date night or if you're craving a unique and delicious restaurant. Can't wait to try the lunch menu. read more

First time trying this restaurant while visiting my parents and man was this delicious. Had great service by the bartender who made some delicious seasonal cocktails. Being that it's fall both cocktails had lovely flavor one with a warm spiced cider flavor. We ordered multiple pizzas to go and everything was fresh, hot, and great flavor. Ordered Dunbar, Triple Salami, Carbonara, and side Cesar Salad. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Seasonal cocktails spiced margarita not sure the other ones name but it's the first one on the menu - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

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5/10. Let me explain: This was our first time trying this place. We initially made a reservation for inside, but were seated outside. They were extremely busy, but our waitress was very kind and did what she could while the kitchen tried to keep up. We ordered an app that took 45 minutes to come out, and our entrees came out 20 minutes later. For an Italian restaurant the burger & fries were pretty good. I think if it weren't so busy, and we were seated where we requested it may have been a better experience for us. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Cheeseburger Carbonara & Fries. - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

Great time at Bufala!! Cassidy really took care of me. The Margarita pizza with pepperoni really good. Quick with a smile. Moscow mules not bad either read more

The food and ambiance is on point. Everything made fresh to your table with excellent service. Our server, Toni, was very pleasant and attentive to our needs. The drinks were excellent. Will request Toni to be our server again 10/10 service read more

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Ok the pizza here is definately a 10/10. The crust is perfectly crispy with just the right amount of sauce, cheese and toppings. I love the side of what I think was a basil pesto ranch: We also got the seafood pasta which was also sooooooo good. Definately would come back here for the great food and service. read more

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We were extremely disappointed. What restaurant serving Italian cuisine doesn't offer bread? This one doesn't. Basic and noisy. Meatballs were like small rocks! read more

Food was great in taste, but there was mold in the blueberries. It was a separate side of them. I told the waiter, he did not apologize or comp anything. He just said "well we threw them away." I brought it up a second time kindly when we got the check and he dismissed it. To have mold on your food is completely unacceptable, clearly their kitchen is not maintained. Tasty meal - but might make you sick! Side note- they auto add 20% tip for parties over six and purposely don't tell you aside from tiny print on the receipt. read more

The place is comfortable and the service is super friendly!the food is fresh, well portioned, and pleasing to the palate. I would definitely come back here! read more

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We couldn't find the restaurant. Directions took us to a weird parking lot that shows the sign of the restaurant in a building with a few more businesses but the doors were locked. Try to see if there was a front entrance. Came across a really good Mexican restaurant instead and stopped there. Still giving 4 stars to be fair since food might be good. read more

Love it The experience, food super delicious. Only the customer service needs a little bit the improvement. read more

Food was amazing. And Lauren Foley that works there is the absolute best. Best service, and even playfully teamed up with my wife to make fun of me. 10/10. read more

A beautiful restaurant off the Main Street, with indoor and outdoor seatings. I was greeted immediately by the bar tender and was served quickly. I was impulsive and orders the Seafood Pascatore, the price was $46. The food came within 10 minutes, its fresh, thick hand cut pasta in a delightful rose sauce. The sauce has chucks of fish swimming in it, topped with grilled shrimp and grilled lobster. I absolutely enjoyed every bite of it. I will be back. I hope they rotate in some Carbonara pasta dish. read more

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My husband and I went to dinner for our 37th wedding anniversary and it was excellent. We loved the food and the atmosphere and service was great. Save room for dessert. The pistachio cake was so moist and delicious. We will definitely be going back. read more

I came here 2x in about a 2 week period. So this is a review of both of visits. They have a small indoor and outdoor space. We sat both inside and out during our 2 visits. Personally I preferred the outdoor sitting. The location is awesome. I will say the restaurant is clean. The staff are very friendly and nice. The kitchen is fast getting the food out. The reason for the 3 stars: the food. I really wanted to love it. I liked it. It's average. We ordered a pizza and a salad the first time. The pizza dough lacked flavor. The toppings were skimpy. I was disappointed. On the second visit we tried pastas. I had the Calamari with pasta. My spouse had the Alfred with shrimp. The calamari steak was on the smaller side. I had seen other pictures on yelp and my calamari was 1/2 the size of some of those. My wife added prawns to her pasta. Up charge was $10 for 4 prawns. Someone at the table ordered a few appetizers. The lemon sauce for the calamari and the Alfredo sauce were tasty. The servings were also skimpy for the cost. Not sure we will be back. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Alfredo pasta with Prawns - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California

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Great service as well as great entrees the pasta and shrimp 10/10 recommended !!! Shrimp is well seasoned and dine in setting is perfect.

Just visited this spot again for a late night drink and snack, we ordered a side of fries. They were well seasoned, but could've been crunchier. We ordered one drink, spicy margarita and a recommendation mocktail of ginger pineapple. We wanted to check out the downstairs bar area we heard about but it had been reserved for a party, maybe next time! Overall, food and drinks did not disappoint! Would recommend this place as a cute date night spot. Reservations required for a table, we usually have luck finding an empty spot at the bar top for two. read more

Bistro Di Bufala - Pineapple ginger Mocktail, fries, and spicy margarita. - Italian Near Me - Visalia, California