Bucatini Caffè — Restaurant in Philadelphia

The blush sauce is reason enough for a visit. Pasta is excellent, though a bit overpriced on some dishes. Finding ways to lower price points will likely turn this place into a money printing machine. Opening weekend featured a lot of friends and family, which makes dining room dynamics hard to assess. Lots of wait staff but a somewhat chaotic management of FoH. Regardless, a BYO on lower E Passyunk with tasty pasta is a no brainer. With a few small tweaks they’ll be a unique destination: a BYO with an actually casual atmosphere with good quality Italian American menu offerings. Drop unnecessary ingredients, economize, lower the price by a few bucks, and this becomes a regular, Thursday night, neighborhood...

Bucatini Caffe is a fantastic spot for Italian food lovers! The menu is well-crafted, and every dish we tried delivered on flavor. The squid ink rigatoni was a standout—perfectly al dente with just the right amount of spice to give it a bit of a kick without overpowering the dish. The duck bolognese was also delicious, rich and savory with a comforting depth that makes it hard to stop eating.

The ambiance is cozy yet refined, making it ideal for both a date night or a small group dinner. Service was attentive and friendly, adding to the experience without being intrusive. If you’re in the mood for authentic Italian dishes with a modern twist, Bucatini Caffe is definitely worth...

Nice, quaint neighborhood pasta joint. The food was very good. Sam our server was spot on. My only knock if you wanna call it that is that the quaintness of the place makes it for a very loud indoor atmosphere. Definitely going to go back but prefer to dine outdoors next time. The stuffed long hots and the octopus salad are a must to start. All four of us had four different pasta dishes that were delishes. Aldente pasta served not swimming in its sauce anywhere. The way it should be made. Don't...