Buca di Beppo - Palo Alto

3.9

860 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Good for groups
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Palo Alto, CA then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. When you ask a Palo Alto, CA resident what their favorite Italian restaurant is, they're sure to say Buca di Beppo because we make every guest feel like family. From the moment you walk in our doors, we make you feel warm and welcome. Our attentive staff tends to all of your dining needs while our talented chefs skillfully prepare heaping portions of your favorites. Be sure to bring your appetite because we serve up all of our authentic Italian specialties family style! Buca is perfect for any occasion from enjoying a weeknight dinner with your family, a romantic dinner for two, or a huge birthday celebration. Reserve one of our semi-private dining rooms, let us cater your next event, or simply stop by for lunch or dinner! We are conveniently located by the Downtown Library and Heritage Park, near El Camino Real and Highway 82. Come feast with us today!

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(650) 329-0665
Website
https://dineatbuca.com/locations/palo-alto/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Eric Keyes
Catering
Buca di Beppo’s catering is perfect for all occasions. It can be delivered to your door or picked up. We specialize in catering for large and small groups, with convenient and value priced packages. From business gatherings, birthdays, weddings, graduations and more, let us do the work by preparing your meal. Your order includes everything you need- plates, napkins, utensils, bread, butter, and condiments are included. Please allow up to 3 hours for same day delivery. Call 844-EAT-BUCA to order or learn more at bucadibeppo.com/catering.
Private party facilities
Buca di Beppo is your home for celebrations. Treat your guests to a fun and festive atmosphere by hosting your event in one of our uniquely themed sections, while enjoying authentic Italian dishes served family-style. Our team will help you plan the perfect event tailored to your needs and budget.
Private party contact
Joscelyn Runnells: (916) 530-2777

Location
643 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Neighborhood
Palo Alto
Cross street
Hamilton
Parking details
There is a 3-level parking garage directly behind us at City Hall. It is free of charge but fills up quickly on weekends.
Public transit
We are very close to the Palo Alto BART station.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 860 people are saying

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3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
3.9Service
3.9Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Peninsula
Great for brunch
Peninsula
Kid-friendly
Peninsula
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

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Buca di Beppo in Palo Alto is known for its "super tasty" Italian food, generous portions, and festive atmosphere, making it a popular choice for celebrations. While the service can vary, many diners appreciate the "friendly and attentive" staff. The decor adds to the charm, and the family-style meals ensure plenty of leftovers.

860 Reviews

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Ferdinand
VIP
San Francisco
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was usually good, that’s why we keep going back. But tonight, maybe they were running full and busy. The pasta was not hot and rather tasteless.
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Mike
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was decent. but the kitchen kept making errors the server had to deal with. They burned our appetizer and it had to be remade, meaning it came out after the entree. Then what we did finally get for the appetizer was also a bit well done (overcooked). They left our entree in the broiler too long and it got crispy and hard in places--not what you want with pasta. The dessert was great, but it was a long process to get it ordered and to the table because our one server had too many tables.
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Brian
VIP
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a party of 13 and all of us were delighted with food and the service. There was plenty of delicious food and we all left very satisfied.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and food was outstanding 🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼
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Philip
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It’s been a while since I’ve eaten at a Buca. It’s been over 10 years that I’ve been to one and I would go to the one in San Francisco. The family meal is a great deal. Food is just as good as I remembered. The garlic mozzarella bread was great. Service was good, but could’ve been just a bit better. The server didn’t read us back our order so we didn’t catch one or two dishes that we wanted to try. That’s the only drawback, but the service was good nonetheless. Will try to go there again if my family and I are in the area.
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Elza
San Francisco
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was very tasty and they have a promotional meal going on., so it was also cheap. But the dessert , cheesecake , was okay and expensive! The place needs some refreshing,: the carpet is old and the plastic tablecloths could be replaced for new fabric tablecloths. For the food, we probably will return!
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Debbie
San Francisco
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The food as always was very good. But the service was very slow. They also didn’t have a blender at the bar for mixed drinks, but I do give Buca di Beppo this, they still give a lot of food.
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Kaela
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We chose to go for a relaxing, Friday evening dinner and decided on Buca Di Beppo. Our waiter, Daniel, was very friendly and helpful throughout our evening. The atmosphere was a bit loud for my taste. However, that was in part do to a large birthday celebration taking place near by. The food, while not 5 star worthy, tasted good and was a good fit for a casual night out.
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Lawrence
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a great place to celebrate a special occasion! We went to celebrate a birthday and it was great. The food is delicious and plentiful. Rodrigo the server was outstanding! Can't wait for our next visit.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Service a little off. We had to ask about a dish not served with the rest of the food. We challenged a dish we hadn't asked for and had to ask twice where our dessert order was. Amore special is a winner!
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FAQs

Buca di Beppo - Palo Alto does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. Buca di Beppo - Palo Alto also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 329-0665.

Buca di Beppo - Palo Alto is rated 3.9 stars by 860 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Buca di Beppo - Palo Alto

643 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

Additional information

Cross street
Hamilton
Neighborhood
Palo Alto
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is a 3-level parking garage directly behind us at City Hall. It is free of charge but fills up quickly on weekends.
Public transit
We are very close to the Palo Alto BART station.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Eric Keyes
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://dineatbuca.com/locations/palo-alto/
Phone number
(650) 329-0665
Catering
Buca di Beppo’s catering is perfect for all occasions. It can be delivered to your door or picked up. We specialize in catering for large and small groups, with convenient and value priced packages. From business gatherings, birthdays, weddings, graduations and more, let us do the work by preparing your meal. Your order includes everything you need- plates, napkins, utensils, bread, butter, and condiments are included. Please allow up to 3 hours for same day delivery. Call 844-EAT-BUCA to order or learn more at bucadibeppo.com/catering.
Private party facilities
Buca di Beppo is your home for celebrations. Treat your guests to a fun and festive atmosphere by hosting your event in one of our uniquely themed sections, while enjoying authentic Italian dishes served family-style. Our team will help you plan the perfect event tailored to your needs and budget.
Private party contact
Joscelyn Runnells: (916) 530-2777

Buca di Beppo - Palo Alto

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Private dining

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What 860 people are saying

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