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Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
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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65 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 65 reviews
5 stars
(22)
4 stars
(34)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(50)
- special occasion(35)
- kid-friendly(31)
- great for lunch(11)
- fit for foodies(9)
- neighborhood gem(8)
Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall) Reviews List
Review 1 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Anytime I've been therecits always been a really nice experience. We love going there with a group. The staff is always cheerful & fun."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not the best experience
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was certainly plentiful (we had a LOT of leftovers). Quality of the food was just "OK". Certainly edible, definitely not memorable. Service was amateurish. Our waiter was friendly and pleasant, but he made a lot of mistakes. For example, dessert was brought to a table that still had dirty dishes on it, and was left with no forks or napkins. After dropping it off, we didn't see him again for over 10 minutes. I think this is an interesting place to go from the ambiance perspective, but it's not a place I'd put on the "regular" list."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 3 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It's all about family at Buca's!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Celebrating Mother's Day at Buca's has become a tradition for my family. The food is outstanding and the servers treat you like family. I love the family-style serving portions. It's like eating in your own dining room at home but someone else does the cooking! We will definitely return next year!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 4 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The only down was the drinks were not very good, one of our apps never arrived, And we wer not really offered anything special even though it was Mothers Day and our group had three moms there :("
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed MY DAY
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My daughters took me to Bucca for Mother's Day. We had all been there before, but enjoy the food so much so we figured what would be a better place to go than Bucca! It was GREAT to make a reservation!!! Our table was waiting for us and on a busy weekend like Mother's Day, it was REALLY great to have a reservation. That is another good reason to go to Bucca, besides the great food ! Everything was delicious and our server was very sweet and friendly. We just enjoy Bucca so much....our favorite is Chicken Carbonara, but that's just us. Their desserts are awesome too!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Atmosphere
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Buca is a great place because every time you go there, you are in a different area and a different seat. The walls and ceiling are filled with italian decor and photos, and statues. It is always entertaining to see what surrounds you every time you go there. All of their meals are served in 'family size' So they're large orders that can feed 2-5 people. The food is good and the atmosphere is better!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great for Mother's Day!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went for lunch for Mother's Day, and the service was great, it was busy, but not too packed, and everyone was incredibly friendly."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Rude staff when restaurant is busy
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food service is way too fast. All food, including salads and entrees, were brought out at the same time. When we complained our server told us that there were 900 people dining now. To which we replied, and we are four of them so there is no excuse."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 9 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I loved the convenience of making a reservation online. However, we arrived prior to our reservation time & we had to wait approx. 20 min. for our table because they were "running behind" according to the hostess. Not a big deal since I took into account it was a holiday. My main complaint is that our server was not so great. She seemed hurried, impatient, & not particularly friendly. Again, I realize it was a holiday but we are still your customer & deserve some respect! The food was great & we still had a good time overall. I would say give the place a try if you like Italian food. Lots of yummy options and great for large parties."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 10 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food here is very good. The decor really cool."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 11 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day Lunch- Great Service!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bucca is always great for Italian cuisine and the mixture of funny and traditional ambiance. We ordered pizza, spaghetti, salad, and pasta (all small) and it was more than enough to feed the five of us and still take some home. Kevin, our, server, was great. He stopped by many times, smiling, and asking if we needed anything. He took part in some of our discussions and jokes and really exceeding our expectations for service especially on a super busy holiday. We loved the food, service, and the restaurant. Thanks for a great experience and Mother's Day!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
not a good visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Please see note to restaurant below"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 13 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
College Graduation Celebration
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We celebrated my son's college graduation in the Pope Room. We had a party of 9 people and the room was intimate enough for us to have our own little celebration separate from the rest of the restaurant. The food was very tasty and the service was fantastic. Everybody had a great time."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 14 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Buca
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was excellent. Majority of food was very good."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 15 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had a lovely dinner...great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a lovely dinner...great food, good service and a fun time. Brought out a free dessert for the birthday guy at our table. Everything was great...however, once we asked for it.....it Did take a long time to get the check."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
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Review 16 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our family enjoyed our entire
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our family enjoyed our entire time while dining.
We drove over 2 1/2 hours just to dine at Buca!"
We drove over 2 1/2 hours just to dine at Buca!"
Dined on 04/07/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was good and we may go
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good and we may go again but the service we had was bad. We got a lot of sorry but really."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 18 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Room for improvement
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While the ambiance was truly amazing and the concept of this restaurant very out of the box and interesting, we were left a little disappointed with the food after the amazing salad and just ok appetizers. As a party of 6, we ordered 3 different entrees to share and were assured by the wait staff that it would be more than enough. We were quite surprised how small the portions were and it was barely enough to share for 2 people much less have anyone else try anything from 1 platter. After having had appetizers and salad none of us were really starving, but we finished eating the main curse in less than 10 min and were left rather sad and somewhat hungry.The Tiramisu for desert was amazing and actually also enough for out entire table."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 19 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have always loved Buca and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have always loved Buca and recommend it to everyone! The food is wonderful!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun decor, good food, family
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fun decor, good food, family style portions"
Dined on 02/24/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were a party of five for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were a party of five for dinner after a special occasion. The waitress was helpful suggesting drinks and was friendly and attentive. Our food came out perfectly timed between courses. The appetizer combo was a great mix, something for everyone. The calamari was a favorite. The Bucca di beppo salad w/meats and feta was very tasty. We enjoyed the garlic bread with chunks of garlic on it. Our entrees were chicken parmigiana and the platter of four pasta selections. We were very happy with everything. We ordered the "large" of each selection because we had two grown boys and we still had leftovers to bring home. We will
definitely come back. My husband is Italian and very picky about his Italian food and he was pleased with every dish."
definitely come back. My husband is Italian and very picky about his Italian food and he was pleased with every dish."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 22 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was bland and tasteless.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was bland and tasteless. Spaghetti was so watered down."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
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Review 23 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, service and atmosphere.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, service and atmosphere. We will definitely return again."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was great. Our server
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was great. Our server was wonderful. Even though it was Valentine's Day you did not feel rushed or the menu wasn't limited as it is in so many restaurants."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 25 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food at Buca is delicious.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Buca is delicious. The staff is friendly and my glass was not empty for long. It would be a nice place to go with friends and have a leisurely meal. The decor makes me very uncomfortable. There are many pictures mixed among the amusing that are inappropriate or even vulgar. It does not add to the amusement or silliness but takes away from the fun. I would not be a regular guest at Buca because of the decor. I would not bring children here."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
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Review 26 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
dining experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our waitress was great, very friendly, kind-natured. The food selection was excellent and the environment was welcoming. Bread was extremely welcoming to the tastebuds. Looking forward to dining in the future."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Joe Z
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall, food was good and portions were extremely large. Our waitress (Jen) was outstanding. She was personable and always within sight constantly checking on us. Only constructive feedback was the wine. Prices seemed more expensive than comparable restaurant chains."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 28 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was fantastic. Service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was fantastic. Service and food was especially amazing. Brought my gf there for the first time and she was amazed. I'd recommend it to anyone and everyone."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 29 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoy our family dinner with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoy our family dinner with children and grandchildren. Ordered too much food but we had delicious leftovers."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 30 for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fantastic place...very good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic place...very good food with a unique friendly ambience"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2009
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Buca di Beppo - Allentown (Whitehall)
Based on the average of (35) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic