Is this restaurant currently open and operational?

Caffe Buon Gusto is operational, featuring an active website and reviews highlighting its current service and homemade Italian menu items.

What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?

Caffe Buon Gusto specializes in Italian cuisine, featuring Roman bistro-style dishes such as hand-stretched pastas, herb-roasted meats, and Mediterranean flavors.

What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?

With a 4.3/5 rating, guests celebrate the warm hospitality and homemade pastas, though some find the space tight and prices high.

Is this restaurant suitable for families?

With a 4.3/5 rating, guests praise the warm hospitality and welcoming owner, though the elegant space can feel tight.

How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?

The menu features 44 dietary options including vegan and keto, alongside highlights like homemade pastas, seafood, and herb-roasted meats.

What is this restaurant's overall rating?

Caffe Buon Gusto, a charming Italian restaurant, currently holds an overall rating of 4.3/5 based on its customer feedback.

Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?

Guests describe the atmosphere as cozy and elegant with a charming Roman bistro vibe, although some note the space feels tight.

Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?

Caffe Buon Gusto has a website at https://www.caffebuongusto.nyc, but the provided data does not specify if online ordering is available.

What are the standout dishes based on the menu?

Standout dishes include homemade pastas, Mediterranean salad, mussels, linguine with clams, tiramisu, seafood soup, crab cakes, and pan-seared shrimp and scallops.

How many reviews does this restaurant have?

Caffe Buon Gusto has received a total of 686 reviews from diners who have shared their experiences at the restaurant.

Caffe Buon Gusto – Italian

This charming Italian haunt captures the spirit of a bustling Roman bistro, where the clinking of wine glasses harmonizes with the aroma of garlic-infused olive oil and toasted focaccia. Hand-stretched pastas and tender, herb-roasted meats arrive at linen-topped tables, offering a masterclass in simple, soulful flavors that transport the palate straight to the heart of the Mediterranean. It is a place where time slows down, encouraging long, laughter-filled evenings fueled by robust red wines and the comforting embrace of authentic hospitality.

236 East 77th Street, NY 10075 +1-212-535-6884 https://www.caffebuongusto.nyc

Rating: 4.3/5 (686 reviews)

Cuisine: Italian

Price range: $$

Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, kosher, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb

Currently closed

Hours

Monday - Sunday: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

What diners are saying

Celebrated for its warm hospitality and exceptional service, guests consistently praise the attentive staff and welcoming owner who make dining here a special experience. Reviewers rave about the homemade pastas, with standout mentions for the Mediterranean salad, mussels, linguine with clams, and a delicious tiramisu. While some diners note the space can feel tight and prices run high, the cozy, elegant atmosphere and high-quality food—often described as the best Italian in the neighborhood—keep customers planning their next visit.

Minestrone Soup - $9.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Stracciatella Soup - $10.95: spinach, egg drop, chicken broth
Tortellini in Brodo Soup - $10.95: homemade veal in chicken broth Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
Seafood Soup - $16.95: shrimp, calamari, clams, mussels in Pomodoro Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Grilled Portobello Mushroom - $13.95: over arugula in balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Mussels - $12.95: with marinara or Provencal Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline
Prosciutto & Seasonal Fruits - $14.95: with shaved parmigiana & virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics
Pan Seared Shrimp & Scallops - $18.95: over radicchio in aioli sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Crab Cakes - $16.95: in aioli sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal

Insalate

Mista - $9.95: mixed greens & tomato Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Caesar - $11.45: Romaine, croutons & parmigiana cheese
Caesar w chicken - $16.9 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Chef's Salad - $17.95: romaine, chicken, salami, tomato, mozzarella & black olives
Caprese - $14.95: sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Alla Arancia - $12.45: fresh oranges & fennel over argula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Beets & Goat Cheese - $12.95: topped with argula with balsamic olive oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Apples & Goat Cheese - $14.95: spinach & walnuts in orange dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Pears & Gorgonzola - $14.95: with argula & roasted almonds, in honey mustard dressing
Al Filetto - $19.95: angus steak w/mesclun & pecorino in citrus-truffle dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Mediterranea - $12.95: radicchio, endive, onions, tomato, cucumber, arugula & black olives in a citrus dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC

Pasta

Pasta served with choice of a sauce: pomodoro, primavera, alfredo, pesto, piselli e funghi, vodka, ricotta e pomodoro, bolognese, puttanesca, marinara, carbonara.

Capellini - $21.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
Linguini - $21.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Farfalle - $21.95 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Lectin-Free
Rigatoni - $21.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Penne - $21.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian

Specialty Pastas

Seafood Linguini - $34.95: with shrimp, clams, calamari, mussels in white or red sauce
Crab Meat Ravioli - $29.95: with shrimp, spinach and chopped tomatoes in cognac cream sauce
Veal Tortellini Porcini - $28.95: stuffed with veal in a porcini mushroom and cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Kosher, Halal, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Black Linguine - $29.95: with calamari & radicchio in a spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Kosher, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Paglia e Fieno Shrimp - $29.95: homemade green & white linguini with shrimp, arugula in marinara sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Paglia e Fieno Salmon - $29.95: homemade green & white linguini with fresh salmon in a tomato cream sauce
Linguine & Vongole - $29.95: fresh clams in white wine & garlic or marinara sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Orecchiette Broccoli Rabe & Sausage - $31.95: with chopped tomatoes in garlic and white wine sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Linguine Shrimp - $31.95: with pancetta in carbonara cream sauce
Homemade Spinach and Ricotta Cheese Ravioli - $24.95: in tomato, artichoke and onion cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Lobster - $42.95: over homemade Black Linguine with shrimp, calamari & scallops in spicy tomato sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian

Eggplant

Eggplant Bolognese - $19.95
Eggplant Rollantina - $18.95: stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella & mushrooms in tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Eggplant Parmigiana - $18.95: sauteed with mozzarella in tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian

Chicken & Veal

All meat entrees are served with penne pasta in pomodoro. Chicken $25.95 / Veal $29.95. Choose your preparation style.

Chicken (Any Style) - $25.95: Choose from: Paillard, Marsala, Francese, Piccata, Fra Diavolo, Porcini, Scarpariello, Sorrentina, Buon Gusto, Pizzaiola, Romana, Parmigiana
Veal (Any Style) - $29.95: Choose from: Paillard, Marsala, Francese, Piccata, Fra Diavolo, Porcini, Scarpariello, Sorrentina, Buon Gusto, Pizzaiola, Romana, Parmigiana

Pesce (Fish)

Choose your fish and preparation style.

Salmon - $26.95: Choose style: Emiliano, Livornese, Romagnolo, Di Capri, Alla Piastra Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Branzino - $26.95: Choose style: Emiliano, Livornese, Romagnolo, Di Capri, Alla Piastra Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Filet of Sole - $27.95: Choose style: Emiliano, Livornese, Romagnolo, Di Capri, Alla Piastra Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free

Sides

Broccoli Rabe - $8.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Asparagus - $9.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Roasted Potatoes - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb
Broccoli - $7.95
Mixed Vegetables - $7.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Spinach - $7.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free

Add-On

Calamari - $6.95 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
Sausage - $7.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Chicken - $7.95 Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, AIP, Lectin-Free
Shrimp - $8.95 Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Mozzarella - $4.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Goat Cheese - $4.95
Broccoli - $7.95
Spinach - $7.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Mushrooms - $4.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free

Dessert

Chocolate Souffle - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Chocolate Mousse - $8.95
Chocolate Tartufo - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Chocolate Almond Cake - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Ricotta Cheese Cake - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Key Lime Pie - $8.95
Tiramisu - $8.95
Apple Tart - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics, Renal, Macrobiotic
Orange Sorbet - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Lemon Sorbet - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Chocolate Truffle - $8.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian

Juices

Orange Juice - $3.5
Cranberry Juice - $3.5
Apple Juice - $3.5
Grapefruit - $3.5
Lemonade - $3.5
Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice - $3.5

Frequently Asked Questions about Caffe Buon Gusto

Is this restaurant currently open and operational?: Caffe Buon Gusto is operational, featuring an active website and reviews highlighting its current service and homemade Italian menu items.
What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?: Caffe Buon Gusto specializes in Italian cuisine, featuring Roman bistro-style dishes such as hand-stretched pastas, herb-roasted meats, and Mediterranean flavors.
What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?: With a 4.3/5 rating, guests celebrate the warm hospitality and homemade pastas, though some find the space tight and prices high.
Is this restaurant suitable for families?: With a 4.3/5 rating, guests praise the warm hospitality and welcoming owner, though the elegant space can feel tight.
How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?: The menu features 44 dietary options including vegan and keto, alongside highlights like homemade pastas, seafood, and herb-roasted meats.
What is this restaurant's overall rating?: Caffe Buon Gusto, a charming Italian restaurant, currently holds an overall rating of 4.3/5 based on its customer feedback.
Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?: Guests describe the atmosphere as cozy and elegant with a charming Roman bistro vibe, although some note the space feels tight.
Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?: Caffe Buon Gusto has a website at https://www.caffebuongusto.nyc, but the provided data does not specify if online ordering is available.
What are the standout dishes based on the menu?: Standout dishes include homemade pastas, Mediterranean salad, mussels, linguine with clams, tiramisu, seafood soup, crab cakes, and pan-seared shrimp and scallops.
How many reviews does this restaurant have?: Caffe Buon Gusto has received a total of 686 reviews from diners who have shared their experiences at the restaurant.

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