Buona Forchetta Newport Beach

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   Robin

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was a fun experience. We ate in the outdoor patio and the heaters were wonderful and it was very comfortable even though it was cold. The staff was fantastic, very attentive and professional. The food was delicious and we loved everything. We were able to talk comfortably it wasn’t too loud as in many restaurants. The pastas and sauces were fresh and tasty. The focaccia bread was so good we order a second round! The margarita pizza was amazing too. The crust was tender and chewy and the sauce was fresh and really tasty. Overall we had a great time and enjoyed the food, atmosphere and service!
   

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   Cynthia

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was amazing and the service was great. Authentic and delicious Italian food. Highly recommend.
   

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   thomas

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My girlfriend and I went here for a nice little dinner date. Had an amazing time. We ordered the Eva pizza and make your own pasta. I unfortunately didn’t get our waiters name, but he provided great service. Looking forward to our next time coming back. 
   

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   Keith

   VIP

   Orange County

   20 reviews

   5.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on January 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Love this place. Excellent food, good prices, friendly service. Altogether good vibe.
   

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   Werner

   VIP

   Detroit

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on January 13, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 5

   Pizza solid. Other food items were not high quality Service was miserable. Very clearly under staffed
   

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   Ryan

   Orange County

   13 reviews

   3.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on January 13, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Charming atmosphere both inside the dining room and out on the semi-enclosed patio. Cozy small dining room with nice lighting and energetic volume during peak hours. Food: Amazing. The pizza was superb - light and fluffy crust with crispy outside, brick oven style. Good selection of drinks as well. Service: Not great. Our waiter came by to take our order at the beginning, and then we didn't see him again until the end of the meal when he brought our check. Throughout the meal, it was challenging trying to flag down anyone when we needed something. We also came here to celebrate a birthday. We noted it on the reservation and also mentioned it to the hostess upon arrival. While the host kindly wished us happy birthday, that was it. After our meal was done, we sat there for a good 10 minutes waiting for someone to come by clear the table and offer the dessert menu options. During the time we were there, there were few other birthday celebrations next to us which was a bit awkward. Then the waiter quickly dropped off our check, which I guess that meant our time was done. Hopefully next time the service matches the quality of the delicious food.
   

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   Matt

   VIP

   Los Angeles

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on January 12, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food is great but the staff especially Christo is outstanding! Definitely worth checking out and if they are running behind on the reservations pop over to shorebird for a pre dinner drink while you wait
   

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   Leslie

   VIP

   Orange County

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on January 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server was knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic. Our lunch was delicious. We will definitely return.
   

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   Elliot

   Orange County

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was incredible, great server. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for good Italian food.
   

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    Julia

    VIP

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Food was great and environment was bustling. Server was very friendly and nice, but it seemed like he was the only server there and overbooked. I will be going back though!
    

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