Caffe Buon Gusto
Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, New York City
Restaurant in New York City, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Caffe Buon Gusto is a practical Upper East Side pick when ease matters more than a trophy meal. Caffe Buon Gusto is a neighborhood dinner option for dates, casual celebrations, or local plans.
About Caffe Buon Gusto
Caffe Buon Gusto is a New York City venue open daily from 12–11 PM with a casual dress code.
A practical option for straightforward planning
The safest way to use Caffe Buon Gusto in planning is as a New York City dining option with broad daily hours and casual attire.
Confirm the details that matter to your plan
The schedule is direct: Caffe Buon Gusto is open Monday through Sunday from 12–11 PM. The dress code is casual.
If you are comparing options, keep the comparison practical rather than assuming a shared style. Sushi Noz, Noz Market, Crave Fishbar Upper East, Lusardi's, and B. Cafe may be worth considering alongside Caffe Buon Gusto depending on the kind of New York City meal you want.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12–11 PM · Tuesday: 12–11 PM
- Location
- 236 E 77th St, New York, NY 10075
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- caffebuongusto.net
- Phone
- +13322392336
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Caffe Buon Gusto feels like a classic Upper East Side neighbourhood trattoria: quiet, unassuming and steady. Caffe Buon Gusto serves nearby residents. The dining room operates on a low-key register, with service and pacing that prioritize everyday utility over spectacle. If you’re looking for a warm, relaxed pasta-focused meal in a setting that values longevity, this is the kind of local Italian that fits the bill.
Best For
This is a restaurant built for neighborhood life: low-key date nights, casual hangouts and family dinners. The piece contrasts Caffe Buon Gusto with New York’s high-end tasting rooms and places it among working trattorie where locals drop in for dependable pasta and a short wine list. It’s not positioned as a special-occasion spectacle; instead it’s best for routine evenings out, meals with people who live nearby and anyone seeking straightforward Italian comfort without fanfare.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the kitchen’s strengths: classic, handmade pastas. The venue’s signature dishes, Housemade Gnocchi Alla Vodka and Fettuccine Alfredo, are explicitly called out and read as reliable bets. Expect a short wine list that pairs with traditional preparations rather than adventurous tasting menus. Given the restaurant’s neighbourhood rhythm and "tables that turn without ceremony," plan for casual service and order with the expectation of straightforward, well-executed Italian-American favourites.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, cozy, and intimate with candle-lit interior and parchment shades softening sconce light for a casual Italian dining feel.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Housemade Gnocchi Alla Vodka
- Fettuccine Alfredo
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 236 E 77th St, New York, NY 10075
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–11 PM
- Thursday
- 12–11 PM
- Friday
- 12–11 PM
- Saturday
- 12–11 PM
- Sunday
- 12–11 PM
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the meal needs a more occasion-ready Upper East Side setting, choose Lusardi's. If seafood is the actual priority, choose Crave Fishbar Upper East instead.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Choose Caffe Buon Gusto for ease and neighborhood convenience, not for a tightly defined culinary format. Sushi Noz is the stronger splurge if the meal needs a high-commitment sushi counter experience, while Noz Market is a better fit for sushi-focused diners who want the category to drive the decision.
For Upper East Side alternatives, Crave Fishbar Upper East is the cleaner pick when seafood is the point of the booking. Lusardi's reads as the safer choice for a more formal neighborhood dinner, while B. Cafe is the more casual cross-shop when the group wants something lower-pressure.
The practical call: book Caffe Buon Gusto when location and simplicity carry the night. If the table has a clear brief, sushi, seafood, or a more polished Upper East Side dinner, one of the peers above gives the decision more structure.
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Compare Caffe Buon Gusto
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caffe Buon Gusto | New York City | No published awards | ||
| Noz Market | New York City | Sushi | 2026 Eater NY 38 Best Restaurants in New York City · #32026 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1492025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #3362024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #364 | |
| Sushi Noz | New York City | Sushi, Japanese | $$$$ | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #38Star Wine Lists 20262026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #292025 Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century · #97World's Best Wine Lists 20252025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City |
| Crave Fishbar Upper East | New York City | No published awards | ||
| Lusardi's | New York City | No published awards | ||
| B. Cafe | New York City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Caffe Buon Gusto?
Caffe Buon Gusto lists a casual dress code. A neat, easygoing outfit is appropriate unless your own plans call for something more formal.
Is Caffe Buon Gusto good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a casual New York City meal.
What are alternatives to Caffe Buon Gusto in New York City?
Other New York City options to compare include Sushi Noz, Noz Market, Crave Fishbar Upper East, Lusardi's, and B. Cafe. Choose based on the current details that matter to you, such as availability, setting, and the type of meal you want.
Is lunch or dinner better at Caffe Buon Gusto?
Caffe Buon Gusto is open daily from 12–11 PM.
