Amazing food and May our server was GREAT. Recommend the focaccia bread and the crab appetizer. 4 of us shared the 3 pastas platter Was delicious and plenty for us all. Very nice evening We had reservations which I highly recommend. read more

Dinner was enjoyable overall, until the branzino arrived with the intestines still intact and visible blood inside the fish. I brought this to the attention of both our server and the manager, but rather than acknowledging that something may have gone wrong in the preparation, they were adamant that it was intentional. Having worked in the food industry for more than 10 years, I have never encountered this presented as a deliberate preparation technique. Mistakes can happen, and I would have been completely understanding had they simply acknowledged the issue. Unfortunately, the insistence that this was intentional turned what could have been a minor kitchen error into a disappointing end to an otherwise pleasant dinner. read more

BOSA Food & Drink - Branzino not properly clean with intestines: "intentional". - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Bend, Or. is a whole new world (insert chorus from Aladdin.) I found this place on Yelp. Of course! You definitely need a reservation -- expect to wait. There was something listed about available bar seating between X day/time, but that was not an option. Bar was hopping! We did go to the dive bar across the street while waiting, and they pour a generous cocktail! If you like slots, they have a couple of machines inside. I digress. Family operated. The owners are not Italian but my Italian partner was super super impressed by the homemade pasta and meals. They nailed it! Best Italian food. This stop is a must if you are in Bend! Service here is well-oiled. All hands make light work! Appreciated the flow! No one missed a beat! The only small annoyance, was the bartender did some upselling throughout the evening. In most cases, it feels sincere and totally appreciated, but not with this guy. A bit of a car salesmen approach=aggressive. No sincere feeling. But again this place operates with many hands on deck providing excellent service so I really tuned him out as best I could. All and all we had an amazing experience, and the food was incredibly delicious! read more

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First time at BOSA and it was a fast favorite. Second time and I can't get enough. The meatballs, the focaccia, the branzino, the cacio e pepe...so so delicious. The service is excellent, the atmosphere is very nice. Can't wait to get back. read more

BOSA Food & Drink - Branzino - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Actually 4.75 because hectic/noisy But the food is absolutely excellent I live in Napa Valley and we have nothing that compares at Bosa's price point Certainly none of the Italian restaurants here have the guts to serve Cacio e Pepe. And it was very good read more

I'm going five stars here to support the chef and staff because I love the place and the vibe. But I had a few issues with the food. First everything seems to be one thing too complicated -- eg, I had the Cacio e Pepe and it had breadcrumbs on it. I don't need crunch on my pasta. The burrata was awesome and didn't have too many ingredients but that harissa orange jam was superb. But back to my "too much" theme, while I have never complained about "too much truffle" in my life, they managed to go there. I got truffle on my pasta and was expecting a few thin slices or fresh truffle, but got what appeared to be a ton of minced truffles -- almost resembling tapenade -- which just overpowered me an the dish. The staff were amazing, the meatballs were superb, the raging pasta very good, and the chocolate mousse outstanding so I will be back. String suggestion: your pasta is SO good you should offer up a simple version (olive oil, garlic, parsley) that will blow people's minds. read more

I had a yummy drink that was made with a lavender infused vodka and blueberry syrup ... very delectable. I also had a pasta dish with Italian fennel sausage, kale and other goodies. Eaten here before when I came into town in a work trip. As usual the staff are very professional and proficient. As it was a Friday night, the place was packed as was the outside patio ... was surprisingly not noisy. Definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

BOSA Food & Drink - Joy to be drink - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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We made a reservation (recommended).. the food was fabulous... service was wonderful and when we visit Bend again, we'll be back. Super cute place... read more

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Where do you go when you have 4 people from LA with different dietary restrictions and a thirteen year old all needing a delicious meal? BOSA is the answer. We loved the wine, dirty martinis, gluten free options, meatballs, salad, and a bottle of red. The wine menu provided tons of options and the waitress / som was able to help guide us from start to finish in less than 10 minutes ordering time... that's a huge win for this group. We had an early 5 pm res on a Tuesday but the place was packed.. now I understand why. Will be back, loved the ambiance, energy, and everything was mouth watering. read more

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We decided to go here for a late dinner while on the way home from Crater Lake. We made the perfect choice! The food was really good, and our server was very friendly. We ordered the cheese fondue, grilled calamari, tagliatelle, ravioli, and the panna cotta. The cheese fondue was on their specials menu, but it wasn't a real fondue as it wasn't served in a communal pot. It was good though, and the bread that came with was also very good. The grilled calamari was served in skewers, which was unexpected. It was a bit on the salty side, but it was better with the creme and vinaigrette. Both pasta dishes were excellent! I loved the panna cotta too. Definitely a must have! So glad we went here for dinner. We were starving, and everything we had hit the spot! read more

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The HOUSEMADE FOCACCIA with whipped butter was delicious. We also ordered the snails, crab, and meatballs for apps and all were quite good. For main I ordered GNOCCHETTI ALLA NORCINA which was 7.5/10. Enjoyed but thought the cream sauce could have been a little thicker/creamier. The side of broccolini 10/10, so good! Date cake 10/10. Pear spritz for drink was also tasty did not taste like pear at all tho. read more

BOSA Food & Drink - Broccolini - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Very cute and classy! Service was phenomenal. Food was eclectic but very tasty! Definitely get a reservation beforehand. Drinks and entrees were amazing! Dessert wasn't as good but still tasty Ordered: Pera-tini: also strong, but the flavor was amazing Hazelnut Martini: strong but very good Focaccia: maybe some of the best I've ever had. The butter and herbs were amazing as well Ravioli: on their seasonal menu. Amazing! Casarecce: the cold tomato's threw me off, but by the end I really enjoyed it Warm Toffee Date Cake: tasty but so sweet Mousse au Chocolat: very rich. If you love dark chocolate would love this read more

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A must stop for us anytime we come to Bend. We never plan well enough in advance to get a reservation (which is fine for 2 people approx 20 min wait vs 4 people is about an hour for walk ins) We didn't order it this time but the branzino is always my go to - I love a whole fried / grilled fish and eating it like a monster, haha. My dessert caption was too long so here it is: Honey Basque cheesecake (top right - too dense personally) Warm Toffee Date Cake top left- (amazing, no notes) Honey Lavender Panacotta (contrast in textures was delightful) read more

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From the moment we arrived everything was perfect! The food is outstanding and so is the service! The outside seating is quaint and quiet so you can hear each other talk. The bread, meatballs, drinks and pasta are all 5 stars! read more

BOSA Food & Drink - sidewalk seating - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Fabulous staff. The bartender got mad at me for returning my drink because she was talking to her friend and told me to go back to the table and your server can help you. I was so embarrassed. Geez. Otherwise great food and great fun read more

Delicious craft cocktails, inventive food, exceptional service. We were happily seated at the bar. Our bartender Drew made great suggestions. He was also professional and friendly. I thoroughly enjoyed the Cardaperol. We ate somewhat light- hot, tasty, generous French Fries, sans truffle oil; a bolognese style pasta; a mixed greens salad w candied pistachios, apple, cheese. The restaurant was intimate with an open yet warm ceiling. The only thing we weren't crazy about was the busboy asking us to clear main plates while we were still eating. Back off dude!! read more

BOSA Food & Drink - Cardaperol cocktail - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Outstanding!! We went to dinner at BOSA for the very first time after many visits to Bend and now we will always for sure return to this beautiful restaurant. We truly had an extraordinary dinner, where every taste of the dishes we ordered was delicious. We first chose the focaccia and meatball as appetizers. Yelp reviews recommended both and they were perfect starters. The focaccia and whipped butter was amazing as were the meaty, hearty-flavored meatballs. The sauce, incredibly fresh and perfect marinara. Then we had the tagliatelle bolognese which rivaled any bolognese in Italy that we've had. The housemade pasta noodles were also incredible. Wow. Our last course was the whole-fried branzino with an olive-type tapenade to top it off. It was served with the best whipped/mashed potatoes that were also incredible! This was an exquisite dish, it's very special! For dessert my hubby had his favorite dessert---affogato with vanilla ice cream. He noticed right away that the coffee used was delicious. And the Bonta vanilla ice cream was a perfect accompaniment to this iconic dessert. We also had the chocolate mousse and that was a divine dessert. The dessert chef has mastered the consistency and flavors of this simple but complex delicacy! Chocolate lovers will agree! The service from Drew was an element that made the whole dining experience memorable and fantastic. He was genuinely caring, respectful, friendly and thoroughly knowledgeable about the menu. He clearly loves the food there, his fellow staff and the chefs and serving at BOSA. It's one of the BEST dinner outings we've had, ever. We will always return. We now love BOSA! read more

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My family and I enjoy a nice dinner at Bosa. I really enjoyed the fondue--game changer--and my delicious pasta, cachio e pepe. The meatballs were large but that SAUCE is amazing. The pear spritz and honey bear were also delicious. 7/10 because my husband felt rushed. read more

We had their NYE dinner tasting menu, so it's a little different from their day to day menu, but nonetheless an amazing experience. Before coming, I recommend making a reservations days if not weeks in advance, as I've been told they can get booked quite fast and full. For the NYE tasting menu, I had a trifle (caviar, lobster, potato), agnolotti (raviolos with beef), steak, and a lemon cake with persimmons. Ambiance was amazing and the decor with black and gold really made you welcome the new year. They also had a few disco balls hang from the ceiling. Service is amazing as expected, with our server being more than happy to clarify menu questions and being very knowledgeable in wine recommendations. The restaurant was not big, but had an upscale, cozy intimate feeling to it, making it perfect for date nights and small group dinners. The food was overall really unique and flavorful - the trifle paired with the potato chips and caviar ended up having a very unique taste and flavor. By far everyone's favorite dish. There were 5 pieces of agnolotti, which felt a little small given the large plate. The sauce wasn't that noticeable, and a few people in my party agreed it tasted like microwaved Costco ravioli. For not being a steakhouse, the ribeye was cooked to exactly how you would want it, with the sauce being unique and well pairing. Overall had a very good experience with the staff and environment, and the majority of the food is excellent. Although being a little pricey, I feel like the occasion and experience makes it well worth the trip, especially for date nights. I would definitely come back here next time I'm in Bend to try their regular menu! read more

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Good: Service is friendly and ambiance makes it seem more upscale. However don't be fooled since the food didn't match up to expectations. Bad: Incredibly overpriced for somewhat bland flavors. The hype did not satisfy at all. Major reevaluation needed on the dishes creativity and drink selection. Not shareable based on how dishes are prepared and the portion. We went with a large party of about 8. The waiter did a great job taking care of a large party. We went with an older crowd to catch up with former coworkers. The bill as you can imagine was astronomical. But even for folks that go out a lot to expensive places, it was way too high for them. Which tells me the price to value is not up to par with similar establishments. Much room for improvement. Wouldn't return unless they took a hard look at what they actually have to offer. Match the price to the value and we'll give it a shot. read more

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I had dinner here a few years ago and still think about it today... Not a lot of restaurants in the world do that for me. Can't wait to visit again - it's really such a gem. read more

Best place I've tried in Bend! The ambiance was lovely with the dim lighting & lively atmosphere. The service was quick and he was very friendly + personable. We ordered the focaccia, 2 salads, 3 pastas, and 2 desserts + fries. Everything was so good. Definitely get the focaccia which was light and airy paired with a yummy whipped butter. The Caesar was good but the tricolor salad was phenomenal. It had a yummy honey balsamic dressing with candied bacon. The rigatoni was my favorite w/ pesto and meat sauce. However, the other 2 were very good as well. The truffle fries were thin and crispy with a buttery truffle flavor. Both desserts were amazing which were the tiramisu and sticky date cake paired with vanilla gelato. Overall amazing dinner and is now at the top of my list for best restaurants in Bend. read more

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I'm 10 years old and me and my parents really loved itt!!! I'm usually a picky eater but this food was sooooo good. Our servers Eliah and Sofia were sooooo nice and welcoming plus Sofia speaks Spanish that is a bonus, love the service. The ambiance is really nice and beautiful. We live in Pasadena but when we come back here in Bend we will come to this restaurant. I TOTALLY loved this place and recommend it! Ps love milaaaa read more

Excellent food. Would definitely return. Service was friendly and, overall, very good. They did get overwhelmed at one point when the restaurant was full with the first round of seating and the wine service was a little too slow. First world problems. read more

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Upscale but cozy Italian spot, one of my top locations in Bend. The focaccia is a must have. It is tough to get a reservation, but they also have first come bar seating. This is our kind of "once a year" special occasion spot. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu, the fresh pasta dishes are a highlight though! read more

Our party of 10 had a great experience Saturday night at Bosa. We arrived a few minutes ahead of our reservation, but the staff was very friendly and welcomed us into the waiting area, anyway. They even took drink orders for us to enjoy while we waited. The vibe of Bosa was lively and welcoming, with just enough ambient noise that we felt comfortable enjoying ourselves while we dined; but not so noisy that we couldn't hear each other at the table. Upon recommendation from our server, we decided to order multiple courses and share amongst smaller groups, so that everyone got to try different dishes. My wife and I shared our courses, while the others split into "family style" groups of four. Our server was very helpful with any questions we had about the dinner menu or wine selection. I wasn't initially going to order the Focaccia, but after seeing several delivered to other tables, we had to give it a try. The bread was so soft and delicious, and the whipped butter and herbs were a nice accompaniment. For an appetizer, we went with the Bosa Meatballs, which were served in tomato "gravy". The meatballs were good, but the tomato sauce was the real star of the show. Be sure to save some Focaccia to mop up the extra gravy. We ordered the Romaine for a salad course; which as you might expect, was served with a Caesar dressing. The greens were crisp and fresh, and the dressing was perfectly tangy; exactly how I like it. For a pasta course, we chose Cacio E Pepe; which came out at the same time as our main course -- the Scallops seafood special. We didn't know they would be brought out together, but these two dishes were a perfect pairing with each other. The Cacio E Pepe consisted of perfectly al dente Bigoli pasta, coated with a smooth and buttery sauce. And of course, cracked black pepper was the real star, shining through and adding a refreshing bite to the dish -- so good! Our main course was one of the most memorable seafood dishes I've ever had. The scallops were perfectly seared, and oh so tender. They were served with cubed butternut squash, baby mustard greens, and a creamy soubise sauce that was absolutely amazing. A soubise is a French sauce consisting of onions, butter, and cream; but the Bosa version also adds leek & fennel to the mix. Simply outstanding. For dessert, we ordered Tiramisu, which is served inside of a clear cup. The layers of mascarpone and lady fingers were quite tasty, but maybe not as memorable for me as the rest of the dishes we had. I did get a sampling of the Chocolate Mousse, and that was pretty amazing - I would probably order that for dessert next time. But then, I am a bit of a chocoholic, so my wife may disagree with that. Overall, I was very impressed with Bosa. The recommendation of sharing multiple courses with my wife made for a fun dining experience, and it allowed us to try a greater variety of dishes than we normally might. Both food and service were top notch, and we really hope to make it back next time we are on this side of the Cascades. read more

Great food, great pasta, great salads, great drinks, great staff. Bosa hits on all marks. The cache e pepe was just so yumalicious. the meatballs are spectacular. The bread.. delish.. the steak.. so well prepared, the specials are always fantastic. Been there about 6 times.. it was time I showed my appreciation. I can tell you I would go more, just so hard to get in. Make reservations early! read more

Ambiance was nice, staff was great, drink was ok...was told spirit forward and it was very light. Gnocchi dish was very flavorful but even though I love my pasta al dente, the gnocchi were just a tad too 'raw' for me. read more

I have only eaten here once so far and I will do so again at some point. Everything about our meal was exceptional. That's really all the information needed to make the decision to eat here. read more

Very good food. Nice wine selection. Bar version of an Oregon Negroni was a nice treat! Service staff were attentive, knowledgeable about house menu and specials, helpful and friendly. BOSA's decor is detailed, clean and delightful to look at. Expect a moderate amount of background noise in busy times. read more

Top drawer! Sumptuous sauces and most courteous staff. Beautiful walk past gorgeous Drake Park and Deshutes river, from our nearby vacation lodging. A star short? Definitely not a result of fine cuisine. Noisy due to incessant banter. Keen on an encore! read more

A wonderful spot for dinner on a wonderful summer night. Our server was actually the most knowledgeable and wonderful woman ever (shout out) and she made the whole dinner even lovelier. LOVED the dungeoness crab and the branzino but they honestly didn't miss at all. My peartini was delicious and vibes were flowing. A great place that I would definitely revisit read more

Sat on the patio and had wonderful, fast service. Beautiful atmosphere with attentive waitstaff! read more

BOSA Food & Drink - GNOCCHETTI ALLA NORCINA - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Came here on a Friday night without a reservation- name on the list with an estimate of 15 ish minutes to receive a text and got seated in 20 minutes. We ordered the mussels appetizer, agnolotti, bitter greens (side) and the gnocchetti alla norcina and some drinks. All the food was delicious and the drinks were great as well. Service kept things moving but we were never rushed. The restaurant had a good atmosphere-- it was busy and lively but not too loud. read more

Bosa is my favorite restaurant in Bend! It's hard to choose between the dishes for the recommended three course dining experience.. so we always opt for five courses! I love sitting at the bar and chatting with my favorite bartender Marina, she makes us feel like family. I highly recommend her wine pairings with each course. Grilled calamari is a must as are the snails. Most of the pastas can be modified GF, but I usually get the chef's special. Chef Nate & Bill always come up with the most flavorful pastas. Hoping to have the a la Norcia back soon.. As for the entrees they are all amazing, but the Branzino and Pork entrees are my favorite! We'll be back soon!! read more

BOSA Food & Drink - Costolette with broccolini & roasted carrots on special - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

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Such a special spot. The focaccia is out of this world. Order things to share so that you can enjoy more of the deliciousness of the menu!

Food was wonderful! But, the rush we felt was INSANE. My husband owns a restaurant in town & I own a bar, so we get the time constraints, but this is next level. When we tried to order 2 apps to start and were still looking at entrees, our server rudely told us "the chef requests that you order everything at once". She left and came back seriously 1 minute later, so we randomly ordered an entree. The food came out so fast that we couldn't even enjoy our wine. And, with the wine, I ordered the Côtes du Rhône and she accidentally brought me the Pinot Noir, so I politely let her know, & instead of saying sorry, she made me feel like it was my fault!?!! We boxed up our appetizers because the entree made its way to us before we could enjoy them. And, I think the etiquette of serving has gone to the wayside, unfortunately. Our server picked up our tab and tip immediately...instead of being polite and waiting until we left. I will say it at the bussers were phenomenal. The food was so good that we will definitely be back. But we're going to sit at the bar. So we don't feel so much on a time clock. read more

So fresh and tasty. The pasta and wine were absolutely top notch. We had a delightful evening starting with the smiling , welcoming hostesses and including our sweet server. The patio was lovely Three different pastas. All fabulouso! read more

BOSA Food & Drink - Fresh pasta with peas - Italian Near Me - Bend, Oregon

Outstanding food! Service, environment, staff. 10/10 Very very fun date night, I would highly recommend, my wife and I will be back here shortly. read more

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You guys! This little gem in Bend is just so so amazing. My husband and I were floored with their flavorful, beautifully plated Italian creations. We started with the focaccia bread - this simple starter is anything but - the whipped butter, herbs and perfect housemade bread was gorgeous and tasty. The burrata primavera, consisted of an unusual pairing of strawberries, asparagus, greens, olive oil and saba but it just worked with every bit of crusty bread. The Insalata was crisp, fresh and lightly dressed - the Gorgonzola apple and honey roasted pistachio was a perfect combination. The star of the show the Tagliatelle - the beef and pork ragu, a 10 out of 10 and the house made pasta, cooked al dente - chefs kiss! We ended the night with the warm date cake with gelato. I make a version of my own sticky toffee pudding and was expecting something similar but this was more like a spice chai cake and I am here for it. The portion was enough to feed 2-3 people and each bite was better the the first. I am overjoyed that I discovered Bosa. The service was impeccable, so knowledgeable and thoughtful. We didn't have a reservation on Memorial Day (dinner) but were seated right away. The aesthetic is also so simple, elegant and beautiful. read more

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