Caffe Buon Gusto
918 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ
Crema's Take
“This intimate Hoboken spot seats just ten tables and rewards those who call ahead with a cozy, unhurried Italian experience where handmade pasta is the real star—think standout black paccheri carbonara and gnocchi that showcase genuine kitchen craft. The relaxed vibe makes it equally perfect for lingering solo with an espresso, catching up with old friends, or sharing a full breakfast, with every dish arriving thoughtfully prepared and tasting like someone actually cares about what lands on your plate.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
The service is good, not a very large place,maybe 10 tables, you do need reservations, the restaurant mades their own pasta. everything is on the first floor that yes they do have a bathroom but parking of course is hard to find, byob
We had a wonderful dinner at Café Buon Gusto, and every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. The black paccheri with shrimp in carbonara sauce was outstanding—perfectly cooked pasta coated in a rich, silky sauce that balanced indulgence with freshness, while the shrimp were tender and flavorful. The pappardelle tartufate was equally impressive, with a deep, aromatic truffle flavor that felt luxurious without being overpowering. To finish, we shared the pistachio cheesecake, and it was the perfect ending to the meal. Incredibly airy, light, and not overly sweet, it let the pistachio shine without feeling heavy. From start to finish, the meal was memorable and satisfying. Café Buon Gusto delivers comfort, elegance, and excellent execution—definitely a place we’ll be happy to return to.
We did our friends reunion at this restaurant last week, and honestly, it was such a good time. The vibe was super relaxed, the food came out fresh and tasted amazing, and the whole place just felt really welcoming. What really stood out, though, was the customer service. Angelo was awesome and everyone was friendly without being over the top, checked in at the right moments, and actually seemed happy to be there. It made the whole experience feel easy and enjoyable. Overall, great food, great people, and just a really nice spot to sit down and enjoy a meal. We would definitely go back.
We called the restaurant to confirm that their gnocchi was homemade. Received our 2 orders of gnocchi and this is very clearly not homemade. It’s totally ok to not make everything from scratch but what’s NOT ok if to lie about it to your paying customers :(
I don’t know the last time I was compelled to write a food review, but this was so delicious. I almost called to tell them - this review is for takeout lol I am under the weather so stumbled upon them while looking for Brodo, and the Veal Tortellini Brodo soothed my soul. I also ordered the Burrata Limoncello Ravioli in a truffle cream sauce… to die for!! Such delicious, fresh pasta. And then I got the Chicken Milanese with Arugula and Tomato, so crispy!! Everything was perfect. They also added focaccia and a side of penne pasta that I wasn’t expecting so it ended up being a lot of food for the price and I’ll have lunch/dinner for tomorrow.
Crema Reviews
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