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Restaurant in Padua, Province of Padua
What should I order at A Banda Del Buso?
What to order
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Mushroom Risotto
Recommended multiple times for being absolutely excellent, delicious, and one of the standout dishes on the menu, especially when served with truffle.
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Bigoli
Mentioned several times as a favorite pasta dish, including versions with donkey ragu, and praised for being tasty and memorable.
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Horse Meat
Recommended for its unique preparation and flavor, including horse three ways, horse meat goulash with polenta, and horse stew with polenta.
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Donkey Ragu
Praised as a special and delicious local dish, especially when served with Bigoli or spaghetti, and highlighted as a memorable regional experience.
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Bacala
Specifically called out as an especially liked appetizer, suggesting it is a strong choice among the starters.
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Panna Cotta E Frutti Di Bosco
Named as one of the favorite dishes and appreciated as a well-liked dessert option.
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Horse Stew With Polenta
Highlighted as amazing and a great example of authentic local Venetian cuisine.
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Spaghetti With Donkey
Recommended for being amazing and for showcasing the restaurant’s authentic local flavors.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM to 1 AM |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM to 1 AM |
| Thursday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM to 1 AM |
| Friday | 12 to 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 6:30 PM to 12 AM |
About A Banda Del Buso
A Banda Del Buso is a restaurant in Padua, Province of Padua, serving Italian and Venetian food. Reviewers consistently praise its local Venetian dishes, especially bigoli, polenta, sarde in saor, and other hearty meat-focused plates. The restaurant is described as quiet, cozy, historic, and off the main tourist path, with both indoor and outdoor seating. It also has a wine list, beer, coffee, desserts, and table service, with reservations recommended for lunch and dinner.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is A Banda Del Buso known for?
It is known for Venetian cooking with hearty local dishes, especially bigoli, polenta-based plates, and meat specialties like horse meat goulash with polenta and donkey ragù. Reviewers also mention sarde in saor, a small menu, and a strong wine selection, which makes it a place people seek out for authentic Padua food rather than a broad tourist menu.
What dishes are most recommended at A Banda Del Buso?
Reviewers most often recommend bigoli, mushroom risotto with truffle, horse meat goulash with polenta, and bacala. Desserts also get praise, especially panna cotta with berries, and the side salad is noted for being large, fresh, and only €5.
What is the atmosphere like at A Banda Del Buso?
The atmosphere is described as quiet, cozy, historic, and a little off the beaten path, with both indoor air-conditioned seating and shaded outdoor seating with fans and plants. It suits groups and solo diners, and reviewers also note that the staff is helpful with explanations when the menu is in Italian.
Is A Banda Del Buso good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is €30 to €40, and many reviewers call it high value for the quality and portion size. Comments mention generous servings, a very good wine list, house-made desserts, and food that feels like home cooking without breaking the budget.
When is the best time to visit A Banda Del Buso?
Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and reviewers note that dinner service starts around 19:30. It can get crowded and service may slow down at peak times, so going with a reservation is the safest way to avoid waiting.
Is parking available at A Banda Del Buso?
Yes. Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does A Banda Del Buso have vegetarian options?
Yes, A Banda Del Buso offers vegetarian options.
Is A Banda Del Buso kid-friendly?
Yes, A Banda Del Buso is good for kids.
