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Traditional Italian cuisine presented in warm, brick-lined dining area with a bar.
Hours
| Tuesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–10 PM |
| Saturday | 4:30–10 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2312 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
Phone: (205) 201-5980
Website: http://www.boccabirmingham.com/
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Reviews
Who Is She
From the moment we walked in, Bocca Ristorante felt like home. The ambiance was cozy, relaxing, and perfectly designed soft lighting, warm colors, and an inviting atmosphere that made it the perfect spot for date night or a family dinner.
Carlos, the GM, was on the floor personally checking in with every guest asking how the food was and making sure everyone was happy and satisfied. That level of care and presence is exactly how a GM should run a restaurant. It showed how much pride they take in creating a great experience.
Our server, Tyler, was absolutely amazing. His energy was so refreshing kind, patient, and genuinely happy to serve. He made the night feel smooth and effortless.
The drinks were incredible, especially the Circa 1975 my new favorite of all time a French 75 with a twist with Hennessy. The Fritto Misto (fried calamari, fried shrimp, and fried snapper) was perfectly cooked with a sauce that paired beautifully. The Panzanella Salad was fresh and light, and the Ribeye with mushrooms and potato gratin was rich, tender, and full of flavor. Everything was on point you could tell the chefs really put love into their food.
The bar area was super cute and stylish I can’t wait to come back for happy hour just to enjoy that vibe. They even have a relaxing outdoor seating area in the back that’s perfect for winding down.
Overall, this was a 10/10 experience. Between the service, ambiance, and food, Bocca has truly mastered what dining out should feel like. You leave full, happy, and already planning your next visit and if dinner’s over, you can walk right next door to Sloan’s to keep the night going with amazing drinks.
Highly recommend.
… moreCarlos, the GM, was on the floor personally checking in with every guest asking how the food was and making sure everyone was happy and satisfied. That level of care and presence is exactly how a GM should run a restaurant. It showed how much pride they take in creating a great experience.
Our server, Tyler, was absolutely amazing. His energy was so refreshing kind, patient, and genuinely happy to serve. He made the night feel smooth and effortless.
The drinks were incredible, especially the Circa 1975 my new favorite of all time a French 75 with a twist with Hennessy. The Fritto Misto (fried calamari, fried shrimp, and fried snapper) was perfectly cooked with a sauce that paired beautifully. The Panzanella Salad was fresh and light, and the Ribeye with mushrooms and potato gratin was rich, tender, and full of flavor. Everything was on point you could tell the chefs really put love into their food.
The bar area was super cute and stylish I can’t wait to come back for happy hour just to enjoy that vibe. They even have a relaxing outdoor seating area in the back that’s perfect for winding down.
Overall, this was a 10/10 experience. Between the service, ambiance, and food, Bocca has truly mastered what dining out should feel like. You leave full, happy, and already planning your next visit and if dinner’s over, you can walk right next door to Sloan’s to keep the night going with amazing drinks.
Highly recommend.
Maxfield Allison
My wife and I recently visited Bocca Ristorante to celebrate her birthday, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. The service was impeccable, with our server Madison D leading the charge and the server assistants being incredibly attentive throughout the evening.
We began our evening with a bottle of Lassegue St. Emillion Grand Cru and a Ketel One vodka martini, both of which set the stage perfectly. The bread service quickly followed, featuring absolutely addictive focaccia paired with high-quality olive oil.
For our antipasti course, we split a Caesar Salad (Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Croutons, Anchovy), which was clearly made with house-made dressing—delicious and fresh. We also indulged in the Arancini di Riso (Risotto Croquettes, Vodka Sauce), which were to die for. The vodka sauce was probably the best I’ve ever had, and my wife, who typically doesn’t enjoy vodka sauce, loved it.
Moving on to the primi course, my wife had the Tagliatelle Bolognese (Grana Padano). While it had a depth of flavor, it was missing a certain something, though the noodles were perfectly cooked. I opted for the Linguini with Clams (Olive Oil, Lemon Zest, Crushed Red Pepper) and was absolutely delighted. This dish is my litmus test for any Italian restaurant, and Bocca Ristorante passed with flying colors. The clams were perfectly cooked, and the flavors were expertly balanced.
For the secondi course, I asked Madison if there were any specials for the evening and was thrilled to snag the last order of Braised Beef Short Rib (Polenta, Red Wine, Artisanal Mushroom, Baby Carrots). While I’ve had arguably better short ribs elsewhere, this dish was unique with the polenta replacing the usual grits. The sauce was excellent, and the meat was incredibly thick and flavorful.
In addition to sharing the short rib, my wife ordered the Chicken Picatta (Lemon Butter Sauce, Capers, Brown Butter Gnocchi). The sauce was excellent, the chicken perfectly cooked, but the brown butter gnocchi stole the show. If I could have a bowl of those gnocchi with the vodka sauce, my life would be complete.
For my dish, I chose the Scallop Risotto (Creamy Vegetable Risotto, Red Pepper, and Basil Pesto). The scallops were well-seasoned and perfectly cooked, and the risotto didn’t last long under my wife’s fork either—it was fantastic. The red pepper and basil pesto was a fresh, incredible take that I absolutely loved.
To finish, I took Madison’s suggestion and tried a Carajillo instead of my usual iced Irish coffee, and it’s safe to say I have a new favorite after-dinner espresso drink. The bartender is clearly a pro with both liquor and the espresso machine. My wife and I split the Italian Butter Crunch Doughnut (Toffee, Walnuts, Almonds, Salted Caramel Ice Cream) and a strawberry semifreddo, both of which were excellent conclusions to a wonderful dinner.
In summary, Bocca Ristorante provided an exceptional dining experience with standout dishes, impeccable service, and an atmosphere perfect for a special occasion. Highly recommended.
… moreWe began our evening with a bottle of Lassegue St. Emillion Grand Cru and a Ketel One vodka martini, both of which set the stage perfectly. The bread service quickly followed, featuring absolutely addictive focaccia paired with high-quality olive oil.
For our antipasti course, we split a Caesar Salad (Romaine Hearts, Parmesan, Croutons, Anchovy), which was clearly made with house-made dressing—delicious and fresh. We also indulged in the Arancini di Riso (Risotto Croquettes, Vodka Sauce), which were to die for. The vodka sauce was probably the best I’ve ever had, and my wife, who typically doesn’t enjoy vodka sauce, loved it.
Moving on to the primi course, my wife had the Tagliatelle Bolognese (Grana Padano). While it had a depth of flavor, it was missing a certain something, though the noodles were perfectly cooked. I opted for the Linguini with Clams (Olive Oil, Lemon Zest, Crushed Red Pepper) and was absolutely delighted. This dish is my litmus test for any Italian restaurant, and Bocca Ristorante passed with flying colors. The clams were perfectly cooked, and the flavors were expertly balanced.
For the secondi course, I asked Madison if there were any specials for the evening and was thrilled to snag the last order of Braised Beef Short Rib (Polenta, Red Wine, Artisanal Mushroom, Baby Carrots). While I’ve had arguably better short ribs elsewhere, this dish was unique with the polenta replacing the usual grits. The sauce was excellent, and the meat was incredibly thick and flavorful.
In addition to sharing the short rib, my wife ordered the Chicken Picatta (Lemon Butter Sauce, Capers, Brown Butter Gnocchi). The sauce was excellent, the chicken perfectly cooked, but the brown butter gnocchi stole the show. If I could have a bowl of those gnocchi with the vodka sauce, my life would be complete.
For my dish, I chose the Scallop Risotto (Creamy Vegetable Risotto, Red Pepper, and Basil Pesto). The scallops were well-seasoned and perfectly cooked, and the risotto didn’t last long under my wife’s fork either—it was fantastic. The red pepper and basil pesto was a fresh, incredible take that I absolutely loved.
To finish, I took Madison’s suggestion and tried a Carajillo instead of my usual iced Irish coffee, and it’s safe to say I have a new favorite after-dinner espresso drink. The bartender is clearly a pro with both liquor and the espresso machine. My wife and I split the Italian Butter Crunch Doughnut (Toffee, Walnuts, Almonds, Salted Caramel Ice Cream) and a strawberry semifreddo, both of which were excellent conclusions to a wonderful dinner.
In summary, Bocca Ristorante provided an exceptional dining experience with standout dishes, impeccable service, and an atmosphere perfect for a special occasion. Highly recommended.
Lynne Jackson
One of our favorites! Delicious fresh pasta, great drinks, dessert, and always excellent service. We’ve been for date night and out with larger groups, and have a perfect experience each time.
… moreJanis Taylor
Bocca was simply amazing. They serve beautiful food in a gorgeous setting and the service is spectacular. It was definitely pricey but worth every penny. I really enjoyed the grouper and the two cocktails I tried. Also made room for the Italian Chocolate Mousse for dessert. Absolutely no complaints and highly recommend this restaurant for anytime you want a wonderful meal for any occasion. Can’t wait to return!
… moreJeanie Shea Realtor
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Bocca this weekend. Our server was delightful and attentive. I had the best sangria I have ever tasted. When I mentioned that my husband did not like his bloody mary, the manager came to our table, talked to him about what he liked in a Bloody Mary. They then brought him a new Bloody Mary and did not charge us for it. Above and beyond service. My scallops were perfect as was a pasta dish we shared. My husband’s shrimp ‘em was excellent too. We shared the signature Carmel- crunch, ice cream dessert. The combo salty-sweet taste was spot on. I would highly recommend you take your favorite date to Bocca for a special treat. We will be back!
… moreE. M.
Let me just start by saying, this was one of the best experiences I’ve had in a restaurant. All of the food my brother and I ordered was phenomenal, but Madison was the star of the show. She was marvelous from the second she came to our table to get our drink order all the way up until we left. She timed our courses perfectly, she made excellent recommendations, she was patient, kind, and funny. She truly made dinner an experience, not just another meal. It would not have been the same experience without Madison so please ask for her if you go, you won’t be disappointed. My brother and I got a lot of food bc we wanted to try everything. We started with the Arancini Di Riso and it was everything we hoped for. Crispy on the outside, soft and moist on the inside with a flavorful but not overpowering vodka sauce, then we got the garganelli with asparagus which was an al dente type pasta and soft asparagus, for our main course I got the pan seared gulf red snapper that was to die for! Not fishy at all, crispy skin, very flavorful risotto, just the perfect combination of flavors. Hats off to the chef, I will dream about this dish. My brother got the chicken piccata and it was everything you would expect and more. A playful take on a comforting favorite. The gnocchi, chicken, and lemon butter sauce all had very different flavors but complimented each other in an elegant and savory way. You won’t be disappointed if you decide to make this dish a winter staple. Lastly but most certainly not least was dessert. I don’t know the names but my brother got a strawberry dish and I got a donut dish. Both were divine and different from anything else we have had. There is truly something for every palate and I could keep bragging but just go try it. And don’t forget when you do, ask for Madison.
… moreBrandy Grazer
Went here for a Birthday celebration, and was not disappointed! First of all the Atmosphere was perfect! Very low key and romantic. Tatum our server was very attentive and made sure the courses were perfectly timed.. The cocktails were very nice and balanced. I highly recommend trying the in house made lemoncello! Quite good! Now about the food… Everything was very tasty but some were downright mind blowing! I firmly believe everyone must try the Arancini, the Garganelli and the Snapper! The Butter crunch donut was to die for! The portions were perfect and filling. We plan to be back for sure!
… moreCharles Jones
Service was immaculate and food was amazing. Definitely will be back. The service was the star of the show.
… moreJustin Archer
If experience is what you looking for! Then this is your spot and don’t pass it up. I can’t even talk about the service it was top notch. Are waiter was so knowledgeable about everything on the menu. I was impressed from the moment the door was opened and our chairs were pulled out before us. give this place a shot.
… moreShannon Neal
Truly, my husband and I enjoy going to Bocca. We’ve been several times, but this visit was strange… let me explain. I ordered the Shrimp Scampi and for some odd reason the chef put raw tomatoes on this hot dish?? Questioning why they weren’t blistered (Italian Restaurant) and my pasta was way over cooked, with little to no garlic. Then, my husband ordered the Strip Steak – arrived cold with a cold pat of butter (not melting at all). They graciously corrected his steak and he was happy. To our sweet server Molly, thank you taking care of us. I really hope the chef corrects the above, so we can get back to the Bocca we truly enjoy.
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