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Buca di Beppo - Universal City Reviews List

Buca di Beppo - Universal City

Buca di Beppo serves authentic Italian cuisine in an eclectic, vintage setting. Our dishes are served family-style, meant to be shared by everyone at the table. Two sizes are available: BUCA SMALL feeds up to two and BUCA LARGE feeds up to four. At Buca, guests delight in our lively atmosphere, enjoy the classic tunes of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin and admire our décor, including family photos and candid shots of Italian-American icons, such as Sophia Loren and Joe DiMaggio. Our energetic atmosphere, delicious food and friendly staff make Buca di Beppo the perfect place for great Italian food and fun.
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81 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
(81 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 81 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(22)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(12)
1 star
(5)
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • good for groups(53)
  • special occasion(40)
  • kid-friendly(33)
  • romantic(19)
  • fit for foodies(13)
  • great for lunch(13)
Buca di Beppo - Universal City Reviews List
Review 1 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always good

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of my favorite bargains for Italian food. Service is usually quick and attentive. Great to go if you have a good appetite as they are family portions."
Dined on 6/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was a great Father's Day surprise, that the whole family enjoyed"
Dined on 6/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Sweet 16

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Dined on 6/07/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We reserved for our daughter's sixteenth birthday. She had a blast., loved the food and atmosphere. The server was very accommodating, and pleasant. Anyone that we encountered prior to and during the reservation process as well as once we were at the restaurant, were very helpful and courteous."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 4 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

So so...well....okay

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Dined on 6/08/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"(1) The food quality here in Universal City was relatively poorer than other cities, such as Minneapolis, MN.
(2) The food quantity was good enough for the group, 5 adults. (Large salad, Large seafood pasta, Small meatball pasta and Tiramisu)
(3) This place was not quite place to dine (I understand this part, since this place is located in the famous sightseeing area, Universal Studio)
(4) The service was not good (I understand this part, since many visitors came to this place before or after sightseeing)
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Dined on 6/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wish they had Gluten Free Pasta

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Dined on 6/07/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I'm glad they try to do gluten free. I wish they had GF pasta. I'd come a lot more often if they did."
Dined on 6/07/2013
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Review 6 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Could be better

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Dined on 6/02/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had spaghetti with meatballs, the spaghetti wasn't good"
Dined on 6/02/2013
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Review 7 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I always dread the amount of Buca..

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Dined on 5/27/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Birthday songs that will be heard during my dining with whatever girl I bring for a date but there was only one heard towards the end & it wasn't that bad. So the service was GOOD despite the fact that it was INCREDIBLY BUSY on Memorial Day and the presence of little kids didn't bother us the WHOLE TIME. =)"
Dined on 5/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great for Graduation Parties!!

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Dined on 5/29/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We wanted to make last minute reservations for a party of 14 and Buca di Beppo was able to accommodate our party same day! The food here is consistently good--if fact, it was better than when I last visited years ago--and the atmosphere fun. Most importantly our server, Josh, was attentive (but not overly so), thorough and set the tone for what pleasantly turned out to be a fun and wonderful evening. We will definitely go back for big group events. Thanks Buca!"
Dined on 5/29/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 9 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

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Dined on 5/24/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"While the food and atmosphere were very pleasing, my guests and I could not get past the uncomfortable, rude, and unpleasant demeanor of our server. He did not smile at all, spoke with a very serious tone, made my guests feel uncomfortable, was unapproachable, and did not properly handle our payments at the end."
Dined on 5/24/2013
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Review 10 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Only candlestick for bday :/

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went there for son's bday. Spent >$150 for 4 adults and 3 kids. After asking to box up left overs,, was given the bill and not asked if we wanted dessert. Bday celebration was noted on reservation and hostess even asked. We had to tell the server, he then asked if we wanted the dessert menu. would've ordered something but at that point, the bill was given to us and my son wanted to just go home and open his gifts. When the menu came, I told our server that we're gonna pass on the dessert since we got our bill already, shortly, he came back with a candlestick and other servers, then sang happy bday to my son. No ice cream or any other treats. Very disappointed!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 11 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was a successful Mother's Day!

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"I reserved a table at Buca di Beppo for Mother's Day, since I knew that she had never been. We absolutely loved it.
The service was a bit delayed (because of the special occasion), but that's understandable.
Look forward to coming back soon."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 12 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Long wait with Reservations

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Has to wait almost an extra hour for a table with an 8:30pm reservation. Wait times without a reservation were running 1 to 1 1/2 hours. No apoligies from staff, just "we're doing the best we can", and "please wait your turn". Not a good place for large families or gatherings. Good for couples and small parties that don't mind the wait."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 13 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Soup was flavorful, fettucini

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Soup was flavorful, fettucini alfredo was bland. Server was good and knew we were in a hurry, but then he inexplicably disappeared after dropping the check and we waited ages before finally getting another server to close out the bill. Very noisy family restaurant, so be aware of that when you go."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2006
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Review 14 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Yummy!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was great and the server was very nice considering we had come almost half an hour before they were suppose to close."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 15 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We celebrated a birthday.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We celebrated a birthday. 8 in our group, the family size serving worked out great for us. Each couple ordered an entree then we all shared. Loved the fact they called me the morning of dinner to remind us."
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

LA Birthday Party

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great Pasta. We went on a group of 8 for my daugther's Bday. Enormous desserts!
Ordered 3 Pastas and a Salad. It was much more food than we could eat. There was enought food for at leat 2 more people!
Overall , a good experience.
Have also been to Bucca in Orlando (Florida Mall), whitch is a nice place to dine too.
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Dined on 03/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Went with my co workers for

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Went with my co workers for lunch.Restaurent is at great place citywalk.
We went around 12 pm and it was not that packed.Host took us to our table through kitchen which was little weird.We were already feeling little strange and then to our surprise our table was just next to kitchen which was kinda noisy and uncomfortable.
Even though i made reservation a day before still they could not reserve some good place for 6 people to fit.
Anyway our waiter was weird too..he was not that nice and seems like he was in hurry.so was not paying enough attention what we are asking.Second i had to ask for bread on the table..he seems like lost or disinterested in serving us.
Food was great though as always.I might prefer going to Santa monica's bucca
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Dined on 04/10/2013
 2013
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Review 18 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bucca is a must !!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Best restaurant in this area ..."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

our service was awful, the

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"our service was awful, the food was cold, waiter went on break and then service got worse. the manager was wonderful and took care of us and took care of the bill. this was our first time there as a family and we will not be going back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2007
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Review 20 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

It's a really good family-style

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It's a really good family-style restaurant. Servers are patient and give you your time, which makes it a great place for for having family gatherings and large groups of friends."
Dined on 03/25/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We had a reservation but still

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a reservation but still had to wait 30 mins"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 22 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Amid the ceaseless clatter

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amid the ceaseless clatter of bus boys stacking plates behind us, our server, slow and forgetful, was a dismal failure. We like Buca, but not this time. We will go back, of course, the food and ambiance are what we love about this place, but we'll definitely be asking for a different table (away from the bus station) and not in that waiter's section. Overall, we give this visit a "fair", but would usually give it an "excellent"."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 23 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great time. Was my 1st time

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great time. Was my 1st time there. Will be back soon."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Just Ok...

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It wasn't bad... Great portions and because of that not a bad value, however food just OK, a little bland. Service was again OK, never refiled any of our waters at the table and my kids pizza arrived 10 minutes after the main dishes. Don't see us going back."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
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Review 25 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Food was cold ,needed more

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was cold ,needed more flavor. Have try better service at other buca restaurant but this one was poor."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 26 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The waiter lacked personality.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The waiter lacked personality. The hostess lacked listening skills. I had lost my party and she sent me up to table 70 to look for a different party. I climbed 3 flights after a very long day at universal. Would not have minded if it had been to see my actual group. Then she realized she had picked the first last name she saw without asking more like the first name of the party I was with. The food has been better in the past."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 27 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It's always a party here.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It's always a party here. Service is always superb, food is extraordinary! I can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

No choice of lasagna??

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A coupon for lasagna, but not allowed to choose the variety you want?? Vegetarian lasagna is not what I went for, so don't make me eat that. And shouldn't the waiter have seen the coupon before we brought it in??
Buca is not what it used to be."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2008
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Review 29 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Could use some seasoning on

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Could use some seasoning on the Chicken Parm and a little less grease on the pizza but overall we love this place."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 30 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Wait Staff Couldn't Care Less!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I've eaten at several different Buca di Beppo restaurants in the past. It is one of my favorite chains. However, this experience was the worst I've ever had at a Buca di Beppo. Although my reservation was for 7:45 pm and we arrived on time, it was after 8:15 by the time we were seated. We were totally ignored for another 10-15 minutes before being asked for our drink order, at which time we ordered a salad. We also asked for bread that is usually brought to the table upon seating. When the drinks were delivered, there was no bread; the waiter said they were out and took our entree orders. Another 10-15 minutes later, the manager stopped by to ask if everything was okay. We asked for bread. Which finally arrived with the entrees"
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 31 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It was a wonderful experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was a wonderful experience. We were able to eat at the table in the Kitchen which makes this an extra special dinner since you get to watch them prepare the meals and you can interact with the kitchen staff."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 32 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food, and the service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent food, and the service was outstanding."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 33 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

our waiter Quincy was the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"our waiter Quincy was the best!!!!!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 34 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The first thing inside the

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The first thing inside the door was a large picture with a man and his private part - embarrassing for the young girls I brought. We had never been there before and didn't really know how to order. We ordered the 4 for $40.00 and got the baked ziti. Thought there would be meat sauce on it but it was pretty plain. Good flavor but not for kids that hate mac and cheese. The waiter was super friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was great. I think we would go again but order differently. I was afraid the kids menu would not be enough for the girls but one girl ordered it and it was enough for an adult."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 35 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Disappointed in our February

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Disappointed in our February 21st visit. Restaurant was not busy, and service was terribly slow. Food can be extremely over-priced, even with a coupon. A large bowl of spaghetti with marinara sauce for $20 is tough to justify. Ordered a salad, a pasta, and a chicken parmigiana dish. Waiter told us that the small chicken dish had 3 large pieces and the large dish would include 5 large pieces of chicken. We ordered the small, and it cam with only two chicken breast pieces. How was the salad? It did not show up. For pasta, we got a chicken and sausage ziti with a garlic cream sauce. I don't know about you, but I like freshly prepared chicken. This chicken in this dish had that leftover/reheated taste which just isn't acceptable to me."
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2003
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 36 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I loved the food it was delicious

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I loved the food it was delicious and the waiter was friendly. The only problem was that I thought the tables were a bit to close making it crowded and the food took a bit longer than expected. If it took long because the number of people that were in the restraunt then I understand."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great dinner experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Me and my family went to Buca di Beppo on Universal CityWalk to celebrate a birthday. The service was great, staff treated us like family and the food was delicious. In my reservation I mentioned we were celebrating a birthday and they arranged for a few waiters and waitresses to sing for a special Buca di Beppo birthday song. Definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to have a family night. Going back again real again soon."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 38 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A very good place for eating

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A very good place for eating italian food and enjoying its eye catching decor."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

loudness unchecked

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Overall the restaurant was excellent as was the food. Where they receive a big thumbs down was the noise. There was one party that was so loud that we actually considered leaving. I am all for going out and having a good time but this group of young women were rudeaand obnoxious."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
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Review 40 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The staff was great ..we got

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The staff was great ..we got there early and they had no problem seating us"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 41 for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Very busy location. In the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very busy location. In the middle of Universal City Walk so was expected to be busy. Even with the reservation, we still waited 15 minutes to be seated."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2012
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Buca di Beppo - Universal City
Based on the average of (40) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
6 out of 8 recommend this product
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic