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Very solid pizza joint. Pizza is always fresh and if you order a slice (the Miramar is my fav and reminiscent of the Porko at the Bronx Pizza), they reheat it in the pizza oven before serving. It's always fairly easy to find a seat (there's indoor, outdoor, and outdoor bar seating). Very casual atmosphere, extremely reasonable prices for high quality food. Driving by you might think this restaurant relies on its stunning location by the lagoon but it holds its own and could easily stand against some of the more established pizzerias in town. There are always TVs on with the various games but it doesn't feel like a sports bar. Service is typically friendly.
There aren't many places to get a slice in San Diego especially near the beach (they also deliver to the beach). There's about 6 options of pizza but the red veggie was my favorite. The garlic knots were nothing the write home about but a good deal for 3.
Pizza by the slice? Yes Please! I mean what else can you ask for? They have different varieties of slices, good combo deal. 2 slices and a drink or 3 slices for a drink at a great price. Ambiance is great, they got large TV to watch the game, beautiful scenery, beers & wine. Only gripe is the parking can be a challenge but once you get inside Buonasera, all your worries vanish.
LOVE their Hawaiian pizza. Those ham slices are so good. It's best eaten when fresh- when hot and out of the oven it gets a crispy bottom. Their spaghetti bolognese is also fire. It was sooo warm and steaming. Great amount of sauce + meat in the sauce. Garlic bread is decent, but not very garlicky and pretty dry. I would get it with a marinara but otherwise pass. Great salad too! Crispy Romain lettuce and a hint of feta on top. Great ambiance by the ocean. Plus afterwards you can stop for a coffee next door at Birdrock Coffee Roasters.
Perfect spot to grab a slice or a whole pie. Great location with delicious NY style pizza and a fun atmosphere. The outdoor patio has plenty of seating, a bar, and TVs to catch a game while you enjoy your meal. Definitely a great place to hang out with friends or watch the game over pizza and drinks.
Quick, relaxed spot near Torrey Pines to get a pre/post hike drink + bite. The service is speedy, friendly, and food is tasty! They have pizzas by the slice and price are good too.
We came here craving thin crust pizza and decided to try an 18" pie, half Hawaiian and half eggplant. We also subbed ham for pepperoni. The flavors were good overall, and we do like their thin crust style. Unfortunately, the bottom of the pizza was pretty burnt, which gave it a bitter taste and took away from the experience. That was a bit disappointing, especially since the toppings themselves were enjoyable. Love that they have seatings inside and outside. There is also a little bar station outside. The view is amazing! On a positive note, the staffs were very friendly and welcoming, and the service was quick. I'd be open to giving this place another try, hoping the crust comes out better next time.
I got the chorizo pizza-- it had sliced of jalapeño, some red onion, and crumbled chorizo that got all crispy ... so good! But not as good as my favorite the Buffalo chicken & ranch. It was nice for a change of taste. I don't think you can go wrong with any slice you choose. The pizzas are thin and crispy, with a good chew in the crust. They make them fresh in the early morning & yeah it sits in the case -- but they heat it up very well for you. It's not overly cooked or worse, cold! The slices are fairly priced and there's lots of seating available. Many people opt to sit outside in the sunshine, rather than inside. Service was good, the worker was kind and even brought the pizza out to our table.
After a nice walk at Torrey Pines we popped on over to Buonasera for a quick bite. We ordered a large salad and an eggplant parm pizza. My first bite and my feet were doing the yummy dance! It was so tasty! I'm not a huge sauce person but it just went to good together! If you're an eggplant parm person you just might enjoy the pizza as much as we did. Service was friendly and fast and the line went quickly. We sat outside since it was so beautiful outside and the weather was ideal with the sun shining on my skin. I want to keep this place a secret but sharing is caring! You're welcome!
Came here after we attempted to hike Torrey pines but sadly it was closed. We were hungry and came here for lunch. Two small one year children and four hungry adults walk in and find seating outside. You order inside and they bring the food out to you. Weirdly, I didn't get a number or anything after I placed my order for pizza, garlic knots, and antipasto salad. They had a deal for 6 breadsticks for $7 otherwise it was $1.50 each. I was hoping to get the garlic knots earlier bc I was so hungry. I thought they were just going to grab it from the display window and bring it out. It ended up what felt like forever (realistically like 10 min lol) when they heated it up and give us marinara sauce to dip it in. It was so garlicky and delicious. I'm a garlic girl and I approve! We devoured the knots while we waited for the pizza. I was obviously pretty hungry otherwise I would have remembered to take a photo of the food. Oops. I didn't try the antipasto salad but my crew said it was good. I'm personally not a fan of iceberg lettuce. The pizza we ordered was a large half margarita and half Miramar. The pizza hit the spot. The crust wasn't too doughy and had a good amount of crunch to it. My favorite was the Miramar. The Gorgonzola cheese paired well with bacon. It was just what we needed to revive ourselves. We all took a long nap after from the food coma. I'm glad I got to try this spot.
It looks like I'm an outlier, but I was not terribly happy with this place. It's quite small inside, with limited seating, but has a bit more outdoor seating. You stand in line and look at the case of about 14 different pizza varieties, but none of it is labeled in the case or on the menu board, and the guy serving up the slices does not look approachable and of course you don't wanna hang up the line while asking what's in every variety. All of it looks like it's been sitting there for hours or days. Then you go to the next station to pay and you have to tell them on the honor system how many slices you got. That guy was looking at his phone the entire time I was paying. I got the barbecue chicken and it was reheated, par-baked, stiff, and a bit dry, with minimal cheese and extremely small pieces of chicken, and not much flavor. The other people in my party liked theirs. I live in Italy half time so I'm quite familiar with good pizza. I would not return.
Stopped by for lunch after hiking Torrey Pines, what a beautiful hike and to top it off we got to see part of the Torrey Pines golf course. I consider myself to be somewhat of a pizza snob and I have to say this was some of the best pizza I have ever had. If you like a thin crust pizza that stands up well I think you will love this pizza. My wife and I had the two slice special along with two garlic rolls. I had a margarita slice which was one of the best I have ever had and the second slice was meatball and a few veggies, outstanding. The garlic rolls were on the dense side but when you dip them in the marinara sauce it was perfection. We ordered a couple to go to enjoy later
One of my favorite casual spots near Torrey Pines. The atmosphere is relaxed, the palm trees and ocean views make it such a nice place to unwind, especially around sunset. The staff is always friendly, and the bartenders are great. I honestly keep coming back for the pizza--it's one of my favorites in San Diego. If you're looking for a laid-back neighborhood spot with great food and a beautiful setting, this place is definitely worth visiting. read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
Fast service! Although there was a line when we got there, they have a good system of taking your pizza order before you get to the cashier (you still need to order the heroes and other at the cashier). We ordered pizza slices to try several and my favorite was the chicken, ham and caramelized onions. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because it is hard to find parking (have to park on the streets), and it was hard to find a spot to sit. The view was beautiful and the ambiance is nice, despite it being a little cramped. read more
24 days ago
Very solid pizza joint. Pizza is always fresh and if you order a slice (the Miramar is my fav and reminiscent of the Porko at the Bronx Pizza), they reheat it in the pizza oven before serving. It's always fairly easy to find a seat (there's indoor, outdoor, and outdoor bar seating). Very casual atmosphere, extremely reasonable prices for high quality food. Driving by you might think this restaurant relies on its stunning location by the lagoon but it holds its own and could easily stand against some of the more established pizzerias in town. There are always TVs on with the various games but it doesn't feel like a sports bar. Service is typically friendly. read more
There aren't many places to get a slice in San Diego especially near the beach (they also deliver to the beach). There's about 6 options of pizza but the red veggie was my favorite. The garlic knots were nothing the write home about but a good deal for 3. read more
Pizza by the slice? Yes Please! I mean what else can you ask for? They have different varieties of slices, good combo deal. 2 slices and a drink or 3 slices for a drink at a great price. Ambiance is great, they got large TV to watch the game, beautiful scenery, beers & wine. Only gripe is the parking can be a challenge but once you get inside Buonasera, all your worries vanish. read more
LOVE their Hawaiian pizza. Those ham slices are so good. It's best eaten when fresh- when hot and out of the oven it gets a crispy bottom. Their spaghetti bolognese is also fire. It was sooo warm and steaming. Great amount of sauce + meat in the sauce. Garlic bread is decent, but not very garlicky and pretty dry. I would get it with a marinara but otherwise pass. Great salad too! Crispy Romain lettuce and a hint of feta on top. Great ambiance by the ocean. Plus afterwards you can stop for a coffee next door at Birdrock Coffee Roasters. read more
Perfect spot to grab a slice or a whole pie. Great location with delicious NY style pizza and a fun atmosphere. The outdoor patio has plenty of seating, a bar, and TVs to catch a game while you enjoy your meal. Definitely a great place to hang out with friends or watch the game over pizza and drinks. read more
1 month ago
We came here craving thin crust pizza and decided to try an 18" pie, half Hawaiian and half eggplant. We also subbed ham for pepperoni. The flavors were good overall, and we do like their thin crust style. Unfortunately, the bottom of the pizza was pretty burnt, which gave it a bitter taste and took away from the experience. That was a bit disappointing, especially since the toppings themselves were enjoyable. Love that they have seatings inside and outside. There is also a little bar station outside. The view is amazing! On a positive note, the staffs were very friendly and welcoming, and the service was quick. I'd be open to giving this place another try, hoping the crust comes out better next time. read more
10 months ago
I got the chorizo pizza-- it had sliced of jalapeño, some red onion, and crumbled chorizo that got all crispy ... so good! But not as good as my favorite the Buffalo chicken & ranch. It was nice for a change of taste. I don't think you can go wrong with any slice you choose. The pizzas are thin and crispy, with a good chew in the crust. They make them fresh in the early morning & yeah it sits in the case -- but they heat it up very well for you. It's not overly cooked or worse, cold! The slices are fairly priced and there's lots of seating available. Many people opt to sit outside in the sunshine, rather than inside. Service was good, the worker was kind and even brought the pizza out to our table. read more
5 months ago
5 months ago
After a nice walk at Torrey Pines we popped on over to Buonasera for a quick bite. We ordered a large salad and an eggplant parm pizza. My first bite and my feet were doing the yummy dance! It was so tasty! I'm not a huge sauce person but it just went to good together! If you're an eggplant parm person you just might enjoy the pizza as much as we did. Service was friendly and fast and the line went quickly. We sat outside since it was so beautiful outside and the weather was ideal with the sun shining on my skin. I want to keep this place a secret but sharing is caring! You're welcome! read more
Came here after we attempted to hike Torrey pines but sadly it was closed. We were hungry and came here for lunch. Two small one year children and four hungry adults walk in and find seating outside. You order inside and they bring the food out to you. Weirdly, I didn't get a number or anything after I placed my order for pizza, garlic knots, and antipasto salad. They had a deal for 6 breadsticks for $7 otherwise it was $1.50 each. I was hoping to get the garlic knots earlier bc I was so hungry. I thought they were just going to grab it from the display window and bring it out. It ended up what felt like forever (realistically like 10 min lol) when they heated it up and give us marinara sauce to dip it in. It was so garlicky and delicious. I'm a garlic girl and I approve! We devoured the knots while we waited for the pizza. I was obviously pretty hungry otherwise I would have remembered to take a photo of the food. Oops. I didn't try the antipasto salad but my crew said it was good. I'm personally not a fan of iceberg lettuce. The pizza we ordered was a large half margarita and half Miramar. The pizza hit the spot. The crust wasn't too doughy and had a good amount of crunch to it. My favorite was the Miramar. The Gorgonzola cheese paired well with bacon. It was just what we needed to revive ourselves. We all took a long nap after from the food coma. I'm glad I got to try this spot. read more
It looks like I'm an outlier, but I was not terribly happy with this place. It's quite small inside, with limited seating, but has a bit more outdoor seating. You stand in line and look at the case of about 14 different pizza varieties, but none of it is labeled in the case or on the menu board, and the guy serving up the slices does not look approachable and of course you don't wanna hang up the line while asking what's in every variety. All of it looks like it's been sitting there for hours or days. Then you go to the next station to pay and you have to tell them on the honor system how many slices you got. That guy was looking at his phone the entire time I was paying. I got the barbecue chicken and it was reheated, par-baked, stiff, and a bit dry, with minimal cheese and extremely small pieces of chicken, and not much flavor. The other people in my party liked theirs. I live in Italy half time so I'm quite familiar with good pizza. I would not return. read more
Stopped by for lunch after hiking Torrey Pines, what a beautiful hike and to top it off we got to see part of the Torrey Pines golf course. I consider myself to be somewhat of a pizza snob and I have to say this was some of the best pizza I have ever had. If you like a thin crust pizza that stands up well I think you will love this pizza. My wife and I had the two slice special along with two garlic rolls. I had a margarita slice which was one of the best I have ever had and the second slice was meatball and a few veggies, outstanding. The garlic rolls were on the dense side but when you dip them in the marinara sauce it was perfection. We ordered a couple to go to enjoy later read more
26 days ago
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1 month ago
I wasn't expecting much but we were starving and needed to grab a quick bite while waiting for coffee. The pizza by the slice is AMAZING. Got the chorizo with jalapeño and wow. The crust is perfectly thin without being too thin and the ingredients are well balanced. Ample seating inside and outside. Street parking and a small parking area in the back. Service is friendly. read more
6 months ago
This spot in Del Mar was such a good find!! The whole place has a really nice coastal feel to it, but still feels elevated and put together. One of the first things that stood out to me was the outdoor bar area. It has granite countertops that looked super nice, and with the afternoon sun hitting them, it gave the whole space a really clean, high-end look. Inside is really nice too. They have big windows that let in a ton of natural light, which makes the whole place feel bright, open, and welcoming. Outside might have been my favorite part though. The seating area overlooks the beach and the marsh that connects to the ocean, so the view is honestly hard to beat. They also have these red umbrellas outside that add a really nice pop visually, and the landscaping is done really well too, which ties the whole outdoor space together. Food wise, the pizza was delicious. I got the buffalo pizza and the chicken bacon ranch pizza, and both were really solid. My favorite if the two was the CBR. Definitely the kind of place where the food matches the setting. The pricing was also pretty reasonable, which made the experience even better. The service was great too. Everyone there was really nice, friendly, and easygoing, which made the whole vibe even better. This feels like the perfect spot to hit after a surf session, a beach day, or even a hike around the area. You get the best of both worlds, plenty of sun and that outdoor SoCal feel, but also enough shade where you can actually relax and enjoy being outside without cooking in the sun. Overall, really good food, really nice atmosphere, great service, and an awesome location. Definitely a spot worth coming back to. read more
2 years ago
As a born, bred and buttered New Yorker I have a p a l a t e for my pizza! This has been the ultimate conquest for me as a new Californian. I find myself getting almost there. Thankful for the kind citizen I struck up a convo with at the Cardiff farmers market who found out I was from upstate NY and asked me if I found good pizza here and recommended this place- NYers always looking out for one another. It's a ways away but if I was in the area I'd def pop in for a slice and a drink. Not sure about parking but looks like only street parking and it's busy. Small dining area but seemed to turnover quickly- love the patio area with seats and a full bar. The pizza was tasty. I'd be curious to try their famous crime scene slice. The garlic knots were also good and large. It was nice to have the salad options to feel like I had a balance meal. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. Oh and the price point is really good! About $13 for that and you could easily split between 2. read more
2 months ago
2 months ago
I came to get one of their lunch combos on a lazy Monday morning and wow what a surprise this place was! The pizza had a crispy undercarriage but was not overcooked in the slightest. The sauce on top had good flavor and it was an overall great slice. The Caesar salad was huge and I considered taking half of it home (I never take leftovers). The garlic bite was delicious and reminiscent of the bread I used to get at my favorite pizzeria as a kid... will be coming back just for these. And the cherry on top was the freshly brewed black iced tea that they offer. Will be back again, likely this week!! read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
This pizza + Italian food spot is the absolute bomb. My friend and I stopped in for a quick bite after a long, long walk on the beach. Awesome day! The pizza is amazing, the service is exceptional and the views are memorable and truly nice and relaxing to take in. If you stop in at Buonasera you can also grab a coffee to the right or get a taco on the left at the neighboring businesses. The architecture and overall building design was executed quite well and the walkways adjoining the three spots to dine was really well thought out. We were going on for sushi in La Jolla but couldn't help but sample one of their garlic knots, and a slice. My friend doesn't eat meat so they were so accommodating to actually line one half with my pepperoni! Excellent. I had a beer and she had some wine. Two suggestions: please add sour beers to your list. Everything is IPA. IPA, IPA, HAZY IPA. ; [ Sours were the very first beer style ever invented! They go well with food, so bring some in please! Also, the wine selection, kinda lacking big time here and they have nothing that sparkles, as in champagne. Yes, it is that kind of place because we are on the coast and maybe want to sip some bubbly to salute to the sun as she sails to the other side of the world over night...... Highly recommend!! Please offer the up and coming craze for people who know wine: VERMENTINO from Sargegna AKA Sardinia and it is also found in Tuscany. If you like Sauvignon Blanc, you will LOVE Vermentino. read more
Great location for a post hike grub! Crust is thin and crispy but I prefer my crust with a bit of chew. The toppings can get a bit too salty. However feeling the ocean breeze while eating a slice of pizza after a hike/run feels like heaven . read more
The deals they have on slides is great! Of course there's salad and some desserts as well to give a try. Honestly the standout star is the pizza. Fair warning, the street parking can get busy so recommend biking here to save some time and work off the calories on the uphill. There are adult beverages, but not the most massive selection. Plenty got ensure you'll have a good time. You would have a hard time going wrong here. The garlic knots are good too, but best served hot. read more
6 months ago
Food was a 5 star - pizza and mozzarella sticks were so fresh & delicious. Staff was great. Seating was a little crammed and parking wasn't easy, so I rated it a 4 star overall. I would come back for the food, but I just didn't like the location. read more
7 months ago
Went here after a beach day with my daughter & it did not disappoint. Hit the pizza craving spot perfectly, friendly staff, light beachy ambience thats very clean and more spacious than I expected. Grazie, e sato deliciozo Buonasera! read more
8 months ago
We always order delivery and tonight we tried dining in and had such an amazing experience! The entire staff was nice, welcoming and personable. We were able to bring our dogs and enjoy a slice and beer on the patio! Such chill vibes, and of course amazing pizza. The verde being my favorite. Also, LOVED Nickelodeon was on the tv, gave such a fun experience and memory unlocked! New weekday spot for us now, see you next time! read more
1 year ago
Cool spot with indoor and outdoor seating! We got the supreme pizza (28") and the Large antipasto. It was a good portion for the group of 4 of us and I really liked the spiral of cheese and meats in the salad. read more
We love it here- patio is great to watch the game or just bring the dog and hang. I usually have the pizza deal $4 a slice, but today splurged for the Italian sandwich- $13- it is a totally sleeper item on menu... Amazing and one of the best. Staff said the meatball sub is even better! It's also big enough for two to share. read more
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2212 Carmel Valley Rd
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Del Mar, CA 92014
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Does BUONASERA NEW YORK PIZZERIA IN DEL MAR Have indoor tables?
Yes there are indoor tables to sit
Do you delivery to Torrey Pines State Beach?
Yes; they deliver to Torrey Pines State Beach
Do you have any vegan pizza?
They can make any pizza vegan by making it without the cheese
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