Buona Vita
A charming, family-owned Italian restaurant with rustic charm, serving classic dishes and cocktails.
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Buona Vita
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A charming, family-owned Italian restaurant with rustic charm, serving classic dishes and cocktails.
"Buona Vita offers some of the best Italian food, cool ambiance, and decent pricing in Park City."
Reserve Your Table
It's highly recommended to make reservations in advance, especially on weekends, as the restaurant can get busy.
Ask for Recommendations
If you're unsure about what to order, don't hesitate to ask your server for their expert recommendations.
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Cuisine
Italian
Price
Mid-range
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Signature Ravioli
Indulge in Buona Vita's must-try ravioli, especially the Buffalo Ravioli in a unique white wine and tomato sauce.
Cozy Family-Run Atmosphere
Experience a warm, family-owned Italian restaurant with rustic accents and a cozy, friendly vibe.
Delectable Desserts
End your meal with exquisite desserts like Tiramisu or the sophisticated Cafe Sicilian.
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Reserve Your Table
It's highly recommended to make reservations in advance, especially on weekends, as the restaurant can get busy.
Ask for Recommendations
If you're unsure about what to order, don't hesitate to ask your server for their expert recommendations.
Explore Wine Selection
Buona Vita boasts an exceptional Italian and Californian wine selection to perfectly complement your meal.
Consider Sharing
Portions are generous, so consider sharing dishes or be prepared for delicious leftovers.
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Reserve Your Table
It's highly recommended to make reservations in advance, especially on weekends, as the restaurant can get busy.
Ask for Recommendations
If you're unsure about what to order, don't hesitate to ask your server for their expert recommendations.
Explore Wine Selection
Buona Vita boasts an exceptional Italian and Californian wine selection to perfectly complement your meal.
Consider Sharing
Portions are generous, so consider sharing dishes or be prepared for delicious leftovers.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Buona Vita offers a cozy Italian dining experience with attentive service and some standout dishes like their ravioli. While many praise the friendly staff and pleasant atmosphere, some diners found the food to be mediocre and overpriced, with inconsistent experiences regarding appetizers and check splitting.
"Went up to park city for the weekend & we had some of the best food! We checked out Buona Vita based off the excellent reviews & it happened to be pretty close to where we were staying. I thought this place was one of the best Italian restaurants I’ve been to in a while honestly! I ordered the Al Funghi. It comes with penne noodles, mushrooms, & a creamy tomato sauce. I think I saw somewhere in the reviews other referring to it as a pink sauce. My boyfriend doesn’t care for mushrooms but really liked this dish. I thought the sauce had such a unique taste to it. I can’t describe it. It was delicious with the bread being dipped it in as well. Portions were large & I ended up taking half of this meal home & eating it the next day. It made me want to return to park city asap! My boyfriend ordered the Caesar salad as a side & the pollo alla parmigiana. He loved the Caesar salad here! He liked this dish as well. I thought the pasta sauce was pretty basic to spaghetti sauce but the breaded chicken was really good. We thought the bread was too hard that they served to the table. I wish it was a little softer, or larger in size so there was more than just the outside of the bread I felt like I was eating. We tried two wines, The Gabbiano Chianti Classico (red wine) & the Torre De Luna Pino Grigio (white wine). Both wines were fantastic! Cute place! Staff was great! Highly recommend this place!"
Chirelle Pearson
"Our waitress Cecilia was lovely and very attentive. Dinner was super good and the views were amazing! We were thrilled with our experience!"
Lexi Russell
"We hosted a wedding welcome party here for about 100 people and it was perfect. We had finger foods and gelato, everyone loved it! Having the patio on the back of the building was perfect! Thank you so much!"
Tanner Olson
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Frequently Asked Questions
Diners highly recommend the Buffalo Ravioli, as well as classic pasta dishes like Spaghetti Vongole. The Tiramisu is also a popular dessert choice.
Yes, Buona Vita is known to be family-friendly, offering a kids' menu and crayons to keep younger diners entertained.
It is strongly advised to make reservations in advance, particularly for weekend dining, as the restaurant can become quite busy.
The restaurant features a cozy, family-run atmosphere with rustic accents, making it a pleasant and comfortable dining experience.
While specific dietary options are not detailed, the menu includes pasta and pizza which can often be adapted. Inquire with your server.
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It features a crackling fireplace in its dining room and has a family-friendly vibe. In addition, Buona Vita has an exceptional Italian and Californian wine selection.
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