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    Buono Osteria

    3.8 (69 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    BUONO OSTERIA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Mahak M.

    We had a fabulous dinner at Buono Osteria; easily one of the more memorable meals from our visit! The evening started with the burrata, which was fresh and creamy but could've used a bit more seasoning to really shine. The roasted vegetables were simple, well-prepared, and a nice complement to the starters. The scallop risotto was a standout: rich, perfectly cooked scallops, and beautifully balanced flavors. I just wish there had been a little more rice...it was more of a small plate than a full entrée. On the flip side, the gnocchi came in a very generous portion and was absolutely delicious; pillowy, comforting, and satisfying. The pear pizza was such a pleasant surprise: sweet and savory, with a thin, crisp crust that held everything together perfectly. We ended the meal with the chocolate torte and amaretti crème brûlée, and both were exceptional: decadent, well-textured, and not overly sweet. Portion sizes were a bit mixed throughout the meal, but the flavors and presentation were consistently impressive. Would absolutely come back!

    Ly W.

    Service was good but food was so so. I expected the food to be better based on Google reviews. Beef carpaccio was very thin and clam spaghetti was too soft. It felt slightly overcooked/sogfy - perhaps it soaked up too much of the sauce. The sauce itself was too liquidy (felt more like a broth) though theclams were very plump. Pizza was thin and the tomato sauce tasted very fresh. The cocktail was tasty flavour wise but felt watered down. The food tasted a bit bland or one dimensional. Not a bad option to try but not sure if I would return.

    Wilson L.

    We had an amazing time dining here at Buono Osteria. The food was unreal and the service was awesome. The location is amazing too, overlooking the water. We definitely would recommend checking this spot out.

    Pear and Gorgonzola pizza
    Kate M.

    Holy moly the pizza is to die!!! We didn't think we'd have time for a full dinner so we stopped here to takeaway a pear and Gorgonzola pizza and a Caesar salad. We took one bite of the zza and my god it was delicious! Insane flavour and beautiful crust! If this place was in Vancouver, it would be dangerous. I'd gain all the weight. I loved the cheese to topping ratio as well, a very well thought out pizza and good for sharing for two. We got a Caesar salad too and ate it on the ferry home. It was grilled and had an amazing Smokey char to it, the croutons were like butter bread pillows and the dressing was exceptional! Eating in here would be amazing too because of the location on the water! I would take a ferry just to go here for dinner. What a solid spot! Highly highly recommend. Staff was kind and super attentive as well! Worked quickly as they knew we needed to catch the ferry home.

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    Kay F.

    I would have to say my Buono Osteria is my favourite restaurant in Gibsons Landing, aside from the wait. We came on a Friday night and had to come back at a later time as they were too full. If you can, I would recommend making reservations ahead of time. However, once you have a table, the food is absolutely delicious with a large selection of drinks. It was quite busy on the Friday night we were there and I certainly can understand why. In particular I was a big fan of the pizza we had! Would always recommend if in Gibsons.

    Dark chocolate torte with pecans and strawberry gelato. 10/10. Tastier than anything in your browser history.

    My first visit with a party of 3 and we all agreed Buono Osteria set a standard most restaurants need to strive for. Upon entering, you notice the wood burning oven and open kitchen on the right with the rugged and handsome chef at work. He smiles, says welcome. We arrived 10min early for our reso and were seated promptly. Greeting was warm and cheerful, a common quality for all our service this evening. The staff check in occasionally without hovering or neglecting. Engaging without forced interaction. The view from the dining room... wooooooow. Most restaurants in North America would charge double just for this view. Here it's part of the character. Islands, mountains, marina, boats, foot traffic, sunset. The room itself is well lit with sunlight, huge windows and wooden beams. Subtle, tasteful decoration all around. Is this love that I'm feeling ? Music was perfect in both selection and volume, an aspect most restaurants spoil horrifically. A medley of 50s/60/70s Motown hits. As the restaurant manager in my group mentioned "it's the spot on relaxation to match the room and view, the volume manages to muffle other tables chatter and preserve casual conversation at the table." Suspect Chef is trying to seduce us. Food... for a simple, ONE sheet menu. Not three pages and four paragraphs per plate. The selection is straight forward, offers a creative twist on classic dishes and focused on quality over quantity. Decided I'm into open relationships if they're open to me. Every plate that showed still bested expectations. Simple, well executed. Delicious without over complication. Garlic toast ? Crusty outside, hot and soft middle, not drowned in butter just well balanced. Smoked olives ? Good luck recreating this balance of flavors at home. Mains? I had the squid ink crab ravioli with scallops, peas and asparagus in lobster bisque. Fork me al dente this had no right to taste this sublime. Subtle lemon zing after each silky crab bite in the ravioli. Scallops cooked gently down to the split second with a light brown crust Bisque balanced the greens with savory flavor. I walked in a peasant now I'm eating like a . Thankfully music drowned out the curse words under my breath as I ignored my table mates and talked dirty to my plate. Is Chef a renaissance hypnotist ? Wish I had three stomachs so I could eat two plates and order the tuna crudo to go. LOOK AT THE PHOTO this was my dinner ! I am no one and yet now one with the universe. I ate a masterpiece the Mona Lisa would stare at from every angle. THIS FOOD TASTES EVEN BETTER THAN IT LOOKS! Someone at my table had the Pera pizza with prosciutto. She wept like a new born taking her first breath with fresh lungs. The resto manager with us had Cacio e Pepe, (spag with pecorino, cracked pepper and black truffle). He called his parents mid meal and told them he loved them, then hung up and shaved his head. We are all students of life. Though I'm not a dessert person I caved to the chocolate torte as dark chocolate is my snob expertise. Perfectly smooth cocoa balanced with mild sweetness and rich pecans. I'm out of superlatives. Do yourself a favor and reso or you'll regret it. Kudos to Buono Osteria for execution, service, approach, location, food and overall experience. Under promise, over deliver. Authentic and phenomenal value. Truly a privilege to visit and be spoiled elegantly. Till we eat again... 6

    The view from our table.

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    We celebrated our anniversary together in early December and thoroughly enjoyed our meals!! We will be back!!

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    Very good food and service. Plus atmosphere, as it's on the water. The pasta clam dish is great and also the pizza.

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    I just had a pizza that made me feel like I was sitting on the coast of Italia. Lot's of passion here.

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    Saffron - Lamb Shank Curry

    Saffron

    4.4(35 reviews)
    20.0 km
    $$

    So I went to Saffron in 2019 and had Butter Chicken so sweet I didn't eat it and left. (No one…read moreasked me if another dish might suit me better.) Six years later my wife and I decided to try again. Me: I was here years ago and I found the dish I ate too sweet. Is it possible to get my food without sugar? Sweet Waitress What was the dish? Me: I think it was Butter Chicken Sweet: There's no sugar in our Butter Chicken. It's made with tomato paste, ketchup... Me: (after she had finished listing ingredients.) Ketchup is almost pure sugar. I've been eating Indian cuisine for the large part of two centuries and in many cities on two continents. I cook northern and southern Indian dishes. I've taken classes, have several cookbooks and subscribe to the better you tube channels (I recommend Swasthi's.) Ketchup is not an ingredient in Indian food. I asked if there was ketchup in several other dishes and was basically told that the Korma was my best and only choice. There was ketchup even in the tandoori chicken. (There is an exception. There is a little chopped onion salad that is often made with either tomato chutney or ketchup.) Korma is a light sauce usually made with yoghurt and maybe a little cream. This was thickened with flour. So much flour that it reminded me of the time I tasted the paste in nursery school. The best word to describe it is "glop." To the many people who wrote rave reviews I beg you to take the ferry to the city and go to one of the many fabulous Indian restaurants there. Swad in West Vancouver is closest and the best. Vij's is amazing but very pricey. Sula and East is East are both terrific and you will pay the same as Saffron, maybe a tad less. My wife had the dahl. A lentil dish. It had a very strong flavour of...you guessed it---ketchup. We asked and, yes, it was, in fact, ketchup. The service was lovely. The naan bread was very good. Neither of them contained ketchup. Here is Swasthi's Butter Chicken recipe: https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/butter-chicken/#wprm-recipe-container-38378

    Best pizzas and Butter Chicken in Sechelt! We ordered six pizzas a few hours in advance for pick…read moreup, they were ready on time and were delicious. Staff were pleasant and efficient. On a separate visit, we had Indian food including butter chicken and lamb vindaloo -- sooo good! Clean and casual atmosphere, and attentive staff. We will be back for sure.

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    Saffron - Prawn Salad

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    Xango: dulche de leche cheesecake wrapped in crispy pastry

    Grove Hall Farms Italian Kitchen and Deli - Pistachio & orange cookie gelato

    Grove Hall Farms Italian Kitchen and Deli

    4.8(12 reviews)
    68.9 km

    Three different times I stopped for take out & all were lovely supper experiences. My friend & I…read morereally enjoyed the pizza from here (a first for both of us in 2025 during the Cowichan Valley Dine Out event meal features). I also ordered pick up for just myself another time. Lots of dessert & pre-made meal choices. Even if you're just stopping for something to drink, you'll enjoy browsing through the little shop. They're focused on Italian specialty items but have a mix of other goods there too. Staff are always friendly & are very patient with my packing logistics so I can carry everything myself while using my cane. There's seating inside & on the patio. I'm yet to go early enough in the day to enjoy the patio or on a nicer weather day but I do appreciate the very sturdy ramp up to the restaurant/shop doors & patio. Decent amount of parking too. Quick to drive to from Duncan & I first noticed this place when I took Lake Road for different views. Immediately off the main road but pay close attention to google maps (or whatever you use) when you're driving to the restaurant. As you see the sign & restaurant after you should be slowing down to turn into driveway. By my third visit, I knew what to look for & I didn't have to circle back. Looking forward to stopping here in 2026 & trying more items off the menu.

    OMG!!! People, I have to tell you about the spaghetti here at Grove Hall Farm. Honestly, this was…read morethe best spaghetti I have EVER eaten. Wowwwwww! I want more. The young man Dorian who helped with the order is the sweetest human. I am coming back for more. Give this place a shot!!! It ROCKS!

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    Grove Hall Farms Italian Kitchen and Deli - I enjoyed a delicious latte made by a most kind and genuine gentleman.

    I enjoyed a delicious latte made by a most kind and genuine gentleman.

    Grove Hall Farms Italian Kitchen and Deli - Margherita pizza, fumare pizza, 16oz oat milk vanilla latte

    Margherita pizza, fumare pizza, 16oz oat milk vanilla latte

    Grove Hall Farms Italian Kitchen and Deli - Gelatos, usual and dairy free, sorbettos, too!

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    Gelatos, usual and dairy free, sorbettos, too!

    Storia Cucina - Margherita Pizza! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

    Storia Cucina

    4.4(316 reviews)
    103.9 km
    $$

    The bar staff was a bit condescending when trying to order a glass of wine while we waited for a…read moretable. Otherwise, food and table service were excellent.

    It's probably silly to update my review when I've already written about the incredible arancini…read more(deep fried rice balls) with a marinara so lovely that I would happily drink it, and the wonderful Margherita pizza with its lovely crust (just the right amount of heft and chewiness--importantly, not too much!). My companion and I arrived during Happy Hour and these two selections are on that menu, so we had them again--and I guess the utility of this review is to say that these selections continue to be consistently delicious and that this is a wonderful place. We also shared an Afogato--vanilla gelato with decaf espresso poured over! Perfect, quite light after our meal and beautiful enough to paint as a watercolor. This is one of our easy go-to's when looking to dine out. We were happily helped by friendly bartenders, Nicole and Sie, who made great recommendations and great drinks for us. I especially loved the Mario Cicotti cocktail (an interesting variant of an Old Fashioned--including tobacco bitters and charred orange peel!--very interesting). And we enjoyed the beautiful, warm Montepulciano Nicole recommended. And they concocted a surprise drink for my dessert--I can't recall what it was--but it was lovely and came with a bunch of hearts! Consistently wonderful place in all ways, with lots of heart itself. In my opinion, what's not to love?

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    Storia Cucina - Area for cooking pizza

    Area for cooking pizza

    Storia Cucina - Squid ink pasta. A ok!!

    Squid ink pasta. A ok!!

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    Stella Sopra Italian - Best eggplant parm ever!

    Stella Sopra Italian

    5.0(13 reviews)
    102.6 km

    If you find yourself anywhere near the Tulip Festival, make sure this spot is on your list…read more During our weekend of tulip sightseeing, Stella Sopra ended up stealing the show. We came for the flowers, but this little food truck parked at Tulip Valley Winery delivered the kind of meal that sticks with you. There's something magical about pairing genuine, well-crafted Italian food with a flight of local wines. Chef Alberto runs the whole operation himself cooking, serving, sharing stories, and making you feel like you've been invited to Sunday lunch at his family's table in Italy. His passion shows in every bite. I've had plenty of eggplant parm over the years, but this one? Best I've ever eaten. Served in a simple plastic container yet unforgettable perfectly balanced sauce pasta cooked just right, and eggplant that was tender and full of flavor. My husband ordered the chicken mushroom ravioli, and I was tempted to sample half of it. Big, pillowy pasta filled with rich, savory goodness an absolute win! We also split a Caesar salad (because veggie balance is important) and ended on a high note with tiramisu. It was airy, creamy, and just espresso kissed enough to keep you going back for another spoonful. We lingered on the patio glass of wine in hand, soaking up the scenery and wondering how a food truck in the middle of tulip country had turned into one of our favorite dining experiences in ages. The Stella Sopra truck travels between Bellingham and Mount Vernon. If you see it parked anywhere don't overthink it. Order whatever catches your eye. You'll definitely leave happy.

    Wonderful, friendly, family operation. And the food, oh my goodness! This is some of the BEST…read moreauthentic Italian food in Bellingham. The gnocchi is delicious, as is the lasagna but the eggplant parmigiana is the best I've ever had! I always stop when I see them parked outside of Menace brewing. Check their FB page for hours and locations.

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    Chicken mushroom ravioli

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    Handmade ravioli

    Stella Sopra Italian - Lani hoping for a bite of Cesar salad

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    Lani hoping for a bite of Cesar salad

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