Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA

3.7 (921)

$30 and under

Italian

80 W Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105

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Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA

3.7

$30 and under

Italian

Pasadena

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

About this restaurant

Kid-friendly
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Pasadena, CA then come to Buca. Our Italian restaurant near Central Park and Castle Green, right off of Long Beach Freeway, serves authentic family style Italian food. From team celebrations to romantic dinners, we make all of our guests feel like family. Join us for all of you upcoming special occasions!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(626) 792-7272
Website
https://dineatbuca.com/locations/pasadena/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ricardo Munoz
Catering
Delivered to your door or picked up, we specialize in catering for large and small groups, from business gatherings, birthdays, weddings, graduations and more. Orders include everything you need- plates, napkins, utensils, bread, butter, and condiments. Please allow up to 3 hours for same day delivery. Call 844-EAT-BUCA or dineatbuca.com/catering.
Private party facilities
Buca di Beppo is your home for celebrations. Treat your guests to a fun and festive atmosphere by hosting your event in one of our uniquely themed sections, while enjoying authentic Italian dishes served family-style. Our team will help you plan the perfect event tailored to your needs and budget.

Location
80 W Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Cross street
Delacey
Parking details
Valet service is available after 5pm. Free parking is also available in public structure on Delacey between Green and Colorado.
Public transit
Public transit bus at Colorado Blvd stop. Metro transit at Del Mar Station stop.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA.

3.7

(921)

3.9Food
3.8Service
4.0Ambience
3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Pasadena
Kid-friendly
Pasadena
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Buca di Beppo in Pasadena offers "absolutely fantastic" experiences with "huge portions" and a "great location" near the Rose Bowl. The family-style dining is perfect for large groups, with standout dishes like baked ziti and lasagne. Attentive staff, "plenty of options," and "great service" enhance the dining experience.

921 Reviews

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Robert
Los Angeles3 reviews
1.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
If I could give zero stars, I absolutely would. Easily one of the worst dining experiences we’ve had. They were out of kids’ menus, rushed us to order, and failed to mention pizza as an option for the kids. We ordered garlic bread to enjoy while waiting 15 to 20 minutes for our main dish. Instead, our sides arrived first, and the bread came WITH the main dish. What was the point? By then, our sides were cold. It took 45 minutes for our food to arrive. Our kids literally fell asleep waiting for dinner. To make matters worse, the main dish was BURNT, the Brussels sprouts had ZERO flavor, and we didn’t even bother eating the bread. For what Buca charges, this level of food quality and service is unacceptable. What was supposed to be a nice family dinner turned into a complete disappointment. Buca has lost our business, not just at this location, but ALL locations. Save your money and go somewhere that actually knows how to serve a meal.
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Gerald Gold
Los Angeles6 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 25, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
In spite of a reservation, we had a party of 11 people that were kept waiting for over an hour. We ordered bread and were told that they were out of bread. However, other tables kept getting their bread orders. We ordered Pizza and were told that they were out of Pizza. We waited for our order for over 20 minutes once we were seated.
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Christopher
Los Angeles6 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lugo was very attentive and friendly. Made suggestions based on the size of our party.
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Katherine
Los Angeles1 review
4.0
Dined on October 17, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lasanga is dry, but the rest of their pasta/pizza is amazing.
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CLAUDIA
Los Angeles2 reviews
2.0
Dined on October 4, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
i arrived with my family and there was no host at the front. We waited about 20 minutes before anyone came to check us in. There were employees walking around but no one would walk to the front to acknowledge us. As we waited, more guests arrived and we were all just waiting around.
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Joseph
Las Vegas1 review
1.0
Dined on September 27, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
reservation for 5pm, got there 20 minutes early. They would not seat me until 5pm, and they were not busy. After being seated we ordered our food. We did not receive our food until almost 6pm. The eggplant was cold and I asked to speak to the manager. I explained to him the situation and he told us that sometimes it doesn't pay to be early...I had nothing else to say...My wife and I got up and left the restaurant in unbelief. We drove for 50 minute to get there, and this is the service we receive??? However, we did leave the waitress a tip.
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TETSUYA
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on September 26, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fantastic! Everyone in our group was amazed by the huge portions of the Big Buca dishes, and we all had a wonderful time. As the organizer, I even got compliments for choosing this restaurant!
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Michelle
Central Coast2 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jasmine gave us very good service! She helped our big family by offering recommendations, suggesting portion sizes, and more!
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Martin
Los Angeles9 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Baked Ziti is delicious and is highly recommended.
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Kim
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 16, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Buca was great. We went before a concert at the Rose Bowl. Great location and close to the bowl. Amber our server was so wonderful. Plates are served for sharing. We shared the lasagne and it was perfect.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(626) 792-7272
Website
https://dineatbuca.com/locations/pasadena/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ricardo Munoz
Catering
Delivered to your door or picked up, we specialize in catering for large and small groups, from business gatherings, birthdays, weddings, graduations and more. Orders include everything you need- plates, napkins, utensils, bread, butter, and condiments. Please allow up to 3 hours for same day delivery. Call 844-EAT-BUCA or dineatbuca.com/catering.
Private party facilities
Buca di Beppo is your home for celebrations. Treat your guests to a fun and festive atmosphere by hosting your event in one of our uniquely themed sections, while enjoying authentic Italian dishes served family-style. Our team will help you plan the perfect event tailored to your needs and budget.

Location
80 W Green St, Pasadena, CA 91105
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Cross street
Delacey
Parking details
Valet service is available after 5pm. Free parking is also available in public structure on Delacey between Green and Colorado.
Public transit
Public transit bus at Colorado Blvd stop. Metro transit at Del Mar Station stop.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, reviewers describe dining at Buca di Beppo – Pasadena on major holidays, including Christmas Day, Christmas Eve and Thanksgiving, and customers also report picking up Easter Sunday catering orders.

Casual Dress, comfortable, everyday clothes are entirely appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

Monday, guests call out the Monday meatball special and value lunch offerings, making it a standout day to visit.

Portions at Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA are generous, dishes are served family-style and are meant to feed multiple people (about three to four), with guests often noting large servings and leftovers.

Yes, Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA is frequently chosen for anniversaries and romantic dinners, with guests praising the atmosphere and attentive service for special evenings.

Buca di Beppo – Pasadena feels festive and homey: family-style service, vintage Italian photos on the walls, and lively dining rooms that make it a popular spot for celebrations and group meals.

For a calmer visit, head to Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA for an early lunch, guests say it’s quiet and very enjoyable; Friday nights often host lots of birthday parties and can be noticeably noisy.

Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA has the main dining room and a dedicated bar area, plus named event space like the 'Pope Room' for celebrations, with tables that easily accommodate large groups.

Yes, Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA is family-friendly, with a kids menu and many guests choosing it for children’s birthday parties and family gatherings.

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Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA

3.7

$30 and under

Italian

Pasadena

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 37 times today

Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA

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Buca di Beppo - Pasadena CA

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