I was looking for a nice place to take the misses out for dinner that had gluten free options and settled on Buano Sera. At first everything was great the atmosphere the smell, but the main reason is obviously dinner. Our server was pleasant describing specials and when we mentioned gluten free options the server said got you I'm gluten free too. We are thinking awesome. I had a cocktail and the wife had some wine. When the food came out however the pasta was wrong no biggie I get it sometimes things happen, but when it came out wrong again yeah my foods getting cold waiting for her to get her food. The server then said so sorry you want another wine with all this. Sure it's been what feels like forever and the server took my plate back I assumed for a fresh dish but it came back just tossed. I was a little floored when we received the bill and being charged for that second glass of wine. It's also good to note that if you're really sensitive to gluten I'd pass due to cross contamination. read more

We have been there 3 times in a month. Love the authentic Italian choices - meatballs are best you will find in a restaurant and the scallop appetizer is delicious and unique. We like to eat at the and the bartender makes it fun!! Well worth it! read more

It was fabulous our server Reilly was amazing drinks to a new level. I would highly recommend it to anybody.

This is our 4th time visiting BUONA SERA and it was better than ever. We were celebrating my birthday and I am glad that we chose BUONA SERA. The Veal Francese was literally to die for. My husband had the Lamb special and he loved it. Our server Shanan was LOVELY ! read more

Food was great. They are clearly new and still working on service... but worth a second try!

The food is amazing! Staff is friendly, and the ambiance is welcoming. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone.

This is our new favorite restaurant. We have been there 4 times. Every time, the food is delicious. It is fresh, arrives to the table hot, and the portions are generous. Every time we go, we also request Patrina as our server. Patrina is personable, knowledgeable about the menu, and makes our dining experience fun. We have made our next reservation and, of course, requested Patrina! read more

Interesting place. There were a lot of cars parked out on the dirt lot so we figured it had to be good. When we walked inside it was pretty empty. Very quiet inside. I don't think the set up was very good for the type of restaurant wants to be. Servers seemed hit and miss. The table next to us had a great server. Our severer couldn't even pronounce the menu items yet tell us much about them. Prices were high. Food was par. Just didn't feel it. Not saying don't go. Definitely try it out if you're interested. I just didn't get a sense of home from it. read more

What a disappointment last night. Was so looking forward to trying this new restaurant. For starters, the wine poor is the worst I've ever experienced. If I have to ask for another ounce or two. Truly a place I don't want to visit. I felt the entrees, and more importantly the app specials were overpriced. Shrimp Bisque, $18.00?? The veal scallopini was very dry. If you closed your eyes and tasted this entree. It tasted like a pine tree. Honestly, you can't make this up. With all the other options in Saratoga, this is a hard pass for me. They truly have work to do to gain my business. read more

Buona Sera - Worst Pour in Saratoga County Award! - Italian Near Me - Malta, New York

All Italian dishes were delicious!! Our server Riyleigh was absolutely amazing!! She was attentive and funny! We even met the owner. Nice view of the lake. read more

My husband and I have had dinner here twice. First time was over the summer and just the two of us . Tonight we went with two of our sons. We will definitely be back. Everything we've had from appetizers, salads, bread boards, entrees and desserts, were nothing short of awesome deliciousness! Some people have told me it seems a bit pricey but the portions are extremely generous and almost everything on the menu is homemade on premises and it shows in the taste and presentation of the food. Highly recommend this restaurant. If you try it , I guarantee you'll return! read more

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Food is always tasty with a homemade flare. Best Italian food in the area. Scott at the bar makes really good drinks and is very knowledgeable of the menu items. read more

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Second time in 2 weeks that we had dinner there. First time we went with another couple and sat in the bar area. Scott was our server (as well as bartender; he makes a killer old fashion) who was attentive and fun but also knew when to be more discreet. We all LOVED our dinners. The ingredients are so fresh and the dishes are creative and perfectly prepared. The very best French onion soup; creamy mushroom risotto topped with a delicious piece of salmon; short rib ravioli in a mushroom Demi glaze sauce with amazing scallops cooked to perfection. And Danielle's desserts are to die for. Daily specials are extensive and their happy hour (at the bar) is 20% off food and $2 off drinks. Last night the hubs and I sat at the bar, bantered with Scott and met Jimmy the chef/owner. Again our dinners and drinks were outstanding. And they have live music some nights! Very happy we found this new place on the lake! read more

Food was excellent, server named Richard was very good at explaining that they are a cook to order restaurant which means food to table can take some extra time. The place has been remodeled and has a very good appearance. Prices are very fair for the quality of food. Very nice menu. Only drawback Is the place is loud, very loud. read more

Well service started out ok Did take our drink Order. Order dinner had short ribs w pasta noodles, she suggested to ask for extra sauce, but the short ribs was cut into little pieces, not like it falls for the bone. Extremely disappointed. But the Ambience was the view w wonderful And asked for dessert I'm a huge fan of homemade tiramisu and I order w cappuccino We Cappuccino came out and few minutes later our bill w No Dessert read more

Excellent food, drinks and ambience and great Chef specials!! Red sauce and meatballs were absoltely delicious!

Food was very good, both fresh & tasty and the service excellent. Excellent variety of classic pastas. We had mussels & clams in a fra diablo sauce to start. Paul had Pappardelle Bolognese & I had cheese ravioli with large flavorful shrimp in a white sauce. Nice Chianti by the glass & great expresso and affogato for desert. I also like the bar. Nicely busy with a friendly, local vibe. We got there in time to enjoy the lake view. Love have a great authentic Italian close by wit a lake view. read more

My food was good. Waited almost an hour for it. My friend's dinner, a fettuccine Alfredo with broccoli was $31. It was dry and she asked if she could have a little more sauce over it. She was told "Yes, but there will be an extra charge." We were not given any bread to nibble on during the long wait for our dinners. CHINTZY OWNERS. Expensive for customers. read more

The food and service were exceptional! We went for happy hour on a Thursday, a safe bet since it was a first visit and we did not have a frame of reference other than Yelp. We arrived to a full bar and reserved seats. We settled on a table near the bar which proved to give us great service and a great view. We started with the U10 scallops, prepared to perfection. A great buttery crust, tender and finished with a delicious sauce on a crostini. Hubby had the sausage pasta and broccoli rabe. This is a garlicky laden delight. The pasta was perfectly aldente, the sausage was tender and flavorful. The broccoli rabe added the flavor and combined it was outstanding. I vacillated between the chicken francaise and the bolognese but settled on the chicken. Which was a very wise decision. It was well prepared. Spaghetti was aldente, the chicken firm and the sauce was excellent. The portions were beyond generous. We decided to leave room for the carrot cake as it had rave reviews. It did not disappoint. The cake was moist, flavorful and the cream cheese frosting was outrageous. So good and highly recommend. Our server Scott added to the experience, he was knowledgeable and his recommendations were spot on. Look forward to our next visit! read more

I would not go again. It was very loud, hard to talk for a party of 6. Don't make reservations on Google, as they do not honor them. Luckily, even on a Saturday night in Saratoga Springs, they were slow enough to accommodate us. The drink I ordered was so strong, I could not drink it and I am usually not picky at all with drinks. I'm 22 years old in college, I'll drink just about anything but this was gross. It was a raspberry Arnold Palmer. I ordered a side salad and they only had their house dressing as an option, which was slightly disappointing but not the end of the world and not that uncommon for an upscale place. It was fine. For dinner, I ordered a special they had. Short-rib ravioli with scollops, mushrooms and pears in some kind of sauce. That was actually pretty good. The short rib was the weakest component and I requested no mushrooms which the waitress said she could accommodate but she forgot. She was very, very nice but she also didn't notice that my drink remained full the whole dinner. Would not recommend. read more

Had dinner there tonight. Friendly and accommodating staff. Sat on the patio but did get a tour of the completely renovated interior. My chicken Parm was as good as it gets. My wife, who doesn't usually rave about food, loved her seafood ravioli and shrimp. Definitely check them out. read more

Food was good; however, the "specials" are overpriced and we were shocked upon receiving our bill. Be sure to ask for the price of the specials before ordering. I probably will not go back as I find it too pricey. read more

Jimmy and Danielle have renovated the space to be warm and inviting. The service was outstanding and each dish we had (veal franchaise, chicken parm and vodka penne) were first class. Side salads were crisp and homemade dressings also fresh and delicious. This will be our go-to for Italian in the area. Thank you for opening in our local area! read more