Buona Tavola-San Luis Obispo

1037 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, California 93401 USA

850 Reviews

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$$$

Pricey

Closed Now

Opens Wed 11:30a

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Wheelchair
Accessible
Outdoor
Seating
Wifi

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“Northern Italian Cuisine”

For well over a decade, Antonio Varia has been delighting the discerning palates of Central Coast residents with an inventive Northern Italian cuisine. Opened in 1992, Buona Tavola (meaning "good table") is the realization of a dream. Working as an apprentice in the restaurants of his native Northern Italy, Antonio continued his training in Europe's finest hotels. He honed his skills on the Princess Cruise lines, and as executive chef in several award-winning Los Angeles eateries.Buona Tavola in downtown San Luis Obispo opened to rave reviews. The esteemed Zagat Survey gave it the highest ratings of any restaurant in the county, calling it "superb dining" with "great wine" in a "charming setting...one of the best between Los Angeles and San Francisco".

Reviewed by
Erin E.

January 06, 2024

i came here to celebrate the new year and oh my goodness. yes. coming back here ALL THE TIME. the ambiance is top tier, if they ask if you want to sit outside ... say yes. the entire patio is... Read more

Reviewed by
Freddie Q.

April 16, 2024

Made a reservation a few weeks out as my family and I were visiting from out of town and wanted a nice Italian restaurant in the area that we haven't been to. We visit the area quite often and... Read more

Reviewed by
Johnny M.

January 13, 2024

Small cozy dining indoors and quaint rustic outdoors. Wonderful ambiance. 5/5 Great food. Pasta was fresh and piping hot. You know it's fresh when the last bite is still warm. Food is good... Read more

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