il Buco al Mare

il Buco al Mare is a warm and inviting restaurant with fantastic food. Every dish we had a stellar. The charred prawns were super fresh and flavorful. The forest mushroom ancient grain focaccia was hearty and autumnal. The Chardonnay vinegar used with the Broccolini gave a really good tang to complement the char on the vegetable. We also ordered the spaghetti with clams special. It was an interesting version which included saffron threads. Super tasty. Would absolutely return to repeat several dishes and explore more of the menu.

I had the pleasure of enjoying a wonderful dinner with a friend at this establishment. The ambiance and aesthetic of the restaurant were truly inviting and comfortable. Our waitress, Maria, was exceptionally welcoming, kind, and attentive throughout our visit. I began my meal with a Rob Roy, which was crafted to perfection. For an appetizer, I followed Maria's recommendation and tried the special Focaccia of the evening. It featured a delightful pesto sauce with pieces of andouille, and it was absolutely exquisite. For my main course, I selected the Black Garlic Skirt Steak, accompanied by a side of charred candied rainbow carrots. The steak was cooked to a flawless medium, and its flavors were utterly delicious. The carrots had an ideal char and were bursting with flavor. To conclude my

Excellent food, the chef knows what she’s doing. I recommend the burrata, carrots, corn, and steak. For dessert I tried the chocolate cake, it was deliciously sweet. Surprisingly great espresso, too. The service is great, very kind bartenders and servers. The manager is a great guy, very accommodating and kind. Il buco is my favorite place to visit every time I visit Amagansett.

Il Buco is a beautifully decorated restaurant with a charming outdoor terrace at the back. Unfortunately, our visit on September 19th around 1pm was not as enjoyable as we had hoped. Inside, it was simply too loud due to a large group celebrating, which made it difficult to enjoy the atmosphere. Service was mixed, Alejandra took care of us politely, though nothing stood out as exceptional. This was still better than the other server working that day, who sadly did not seem suited for the role. The food was good, but again, not outstanding. For the Long Island prices charged, I expected a bit more in both quality and service. Overall, it was an average experience, falling short of the high expectations set by the restaurant’s beautiful setting.

I’ve enjoyed many wonderful meals at the original il Buco in Noho, Manhattan, and al Mare in Amagansett now has another piece of my heart. The verdant setting, the rustic modern interior design, the attentive and friendly service, and, WOW, the food all blended perfectly. Brava! We arrived hungry on a rainy Friday night and ordered a quarter of the menu, then returned the next day to enjoy brunch al fresco. The dinner standouts: local fluke crudo + oysters, mushroom focaccia, casarecce, crispy cannellini beans, seared duck, fruit pie. And, I could’ve dined solely on the gourmet tins and been happy; pick whichever sounds appetizing and you can’t go wrong. For lunch, more focaccia (!), Burrata, and their bucatini cacio e pepe is among the best pasta you’ll ever have. I have some dietary