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Address: 113 NY-9P, Malta, NY 12020
Phone: (518) 306-4386
Website: https://buonaseraonthelake.com/
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BuonaSera on The Lake
We are an upscale Italian restaurant overlooking Saratoga Lake. We offer a wide range of Italian food as well as wines and craft cocktails.
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Adam Trudeau
I had a real nice date with my wife at this place. The server was awesome from the start. She complimented the color of my wife’s dress so they immediately liked each other. Our cocktails were delicious, scallop appetizer was perfectly cooked, and the entrees came out hot and well seasoned. We were too full to stay for dessert, but we would definitely go back!
… moreJaime Gibbs
My friend and I came here after attempting to go to Carson’s… At 6:30 on Monday, the host at Carson’s told us they were not taking any more names because it’s trivia night. We were discouraged, but drove one minute down the street here, and it was… The best thing that could’ve happened to us! I’m SO HAPPY Carson’s refused to take our name!!!!
We had the most amazing meal… I’m enjoying my leftovers right now as I write this! Maybe the best Bolognese I’ve ever had? We sat out on the patio, with such a great view, the most peaceful atmosphere, and the most incredible service from Lindsay— next time, I hope they can pause, and maybe even share a drink at the table with us! They had the most amazing energy, incredible company, made us feel so loved and welcomed, and taken care of!
We just kept saying how grateful we were that Carson’s didn’t have room for us! We discovered our new favorite restaurant! Can’t wait to go back!
… moreWe had the most amazing meal… I’m enjoying my leftovers right now as I write this! Maybe the best Bolognese I’ve ever had? We sat out on the patio, with such a great view, the most peaceful atmosphere, and the most incredible service from Lindsay— next time, I hope they can pause, and maybe even share a drink at the table with us! They had the most amazing energy, incredible company, made us feel so loved and welcomed, and taken care of!
We just kept saying how grateful we were that Carson’s didn’t have room for us! We discovered our new favorite restaurant! Can’t wait to go back!
Tom Yokom
The food was good with a nice variety to choose from. The appetizer has a really nice selection of good meats and cheeses .My colleague that ordered the rack of lamb said it was very good. The others had meatballs, shrimp scampi?, and the seafood di mare. I had the veal parmigiana. Overall the flavors were good, but the veal and shrimp were overcooked and chewy. The view by the window overlooking the lake is very nice. Our waiter was very friendly and helpful and at one point the cook came out to ask how everything was. Overall we enjoyed ourselves.
… moreTheresa St. John
Fantastic restaurant on the lake, which is snowcovered at the moment. Food prep and presentation was impeccable. Nice seating, where you could have a private conversation. Adirondack theme, nice artwork throughout. Homemade mozzarella – amazing.. Seared scallops were divine. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. Highly recommend.
… moreMichael Perkins
Beautiful restaurant at south end of Lake. Waiters and waitresses are amazing. I had a scallop appetizer for dinner as my appetite is low due to recent surgery. My wife had veal chop, friends had Chicken parm and chicken marsala, penne alla vodka, we all loved it. Entrees are huge.
… morepatti cotter
Started with two appetizers the scallops and the meatball both were very good! We ordered four entrées, the Bolognese with Pappardelle was outstanding, the chicken Parm was excellent, the Veal Francese was also excellent. The only somewhat of a miss for us was the penne pasta with sausage and broccoli rabe it was good but really needed some kick of flavor in the sauce, too bland. We had two desserts both were excellent, the tiramisu and the cannoli. We definitely will be back!
… moreGretta Taglione
We are so exited to have this fantastic new restaurant so close to home! I had the Chicken Francese which was out of this world delicious and one of the absolute best cosmopolitan cocktails I’ve ever had. My fiancé loved his pasta with shrimp. It was so nice to be seated near the window overlooking the lake (even on the rainy day we were there.) LOVE the old classic music (Frank Sinatra, etc) that was playing. Made the whole experience just that much better..very relaxing while waiting for the carefully crafted meals to be prepared. It was great to see more and more people walking in for dinner on a Saturday night at a new place! We will be back for certain and I wish the owners and staff much success!
… moreSarah
This place was and *expectation exceeder*.
From the moment I called to inquire about a dessert request for my Moms birthday, my expectations were first exceeded by a woman who recommended we do a little dessert plate for my Moms birthday; I didn’t even think of doing something like that, i was going to ask for a canoli with a candle, but, I was offered an even better option.and my Mom texted me saying she felt so special and that it meant a lot to her.
We came in last night for my Moms birthday, and from the very beginning we felt like valued guests. People from the kitchen and the restaurant even came outside to tell us to come on in even though we were early and they were minutes away from opening; we actually got distracted by the AMAZING view of Saratoga lake, but we’re grateful for the invitation to come inside since it was very cold. Oh let me also mention they had an outdoor seating area that was still decked out in pretty holiday lights, even though it seemed to be closed for winter.
We were greeted with smiles, a BEAUTIFULLY decorated holiday wonderland, with pretty lights my two year old oooed and ahhed over (we did too, actually).
we were in an upper part of the dining area that had stunning views of the lake- even though we did not request this extra amazing area of their beautiful establishment, I have a feeling they gave that area away to us knowing we were in for my moms birthday.
Our server, Lyndsey, from the start to the finish of our dining experience demonstrated incredible, VALUABLE service; genuine care, knowledge of the menu, and it helped that Lyndsey also told us what is yummy; she felt invested in our experience and for this reason we felt like valued guests.
THE FOOD. We had some appetizers- I think it’s safe to say we all wanted to drink the sauce that came with the u10 scallops, and, my mom felt the same way about the **heirloom tomato, limoncello sauce** that came with the shrimp appetizer; Lyndsey our server informed us this was a new menu item, our clean plates confirm it is a keeper.
All of us enjoyed our entrees; I had an amazing, juicy pork chop with a butternut squash risotto and balsamic glaze. My parents both had pasta dishes, and my partner had a ribeye steak.
Their menu was straight forward and simple, and the quality of ingredients and preparation is evident.
The bonus is, the owner came out and greeted us and wished my Mom a happy birthday- my Mom, I could see it on her face how special she felt to be able to shake the Chef/Owners hand; he was very genuine and warm, just like everyone else we met; he was also wearing an apron which tells me he’s a team player with his kitchen staff.
PEOPLE, this is not the place to come to and just “get whatever”, this is the place to engage with your server, and allow them to give you an amazing experience; trust them, they know what they are doing.
This is the place to try things you might not always try, because everything we ate here and experienced here felt so intentional, and, if a restaurant is telling you they are a scratch kitchen, understand everything you are eating- including the pasta- was made in house, and there’s a quality in that that is rare to find, and that means a lot of work and heart went into what you’re about to eat.
It’s not just about WHAT you eat, it’s about HOW it was made and served; our experience- from the service and the food, to the cozy, homey setting and amazing views of the lake- felt like an experience provided with love, and we will be back again.
This was a TREAT. THANK YOU.
… moreFrom the moment I called to inquire about a dessert request for my Moms birthday, my expectations were first exceeded by a woman who recommended we do a little dessert plate for my Moms birthday; I didn’t even think of doing something like that, i was going to ask for a canoli with a candle, but, I was offered an even better option.and my Mom texted me saying she felt so special and that it meant a lot to her.
We came in last night for my Moms birthday, and from the very beginning we felt like valued guests. People from the kitchen and the restaurant even came outside to tell us to come on in even though we were early and they were minutes away from opening; we actually got distracted by the AMAZING view of Saratoga lake, but we’re grateful for the invitation to come inside since it was very cold. Oh let me also mention they had an outdoor seating area that was still decked out in pretty holiday lights, even though it seemed to be closed for winter.
We were greeted with smiles, a BEAUTIFULLY decorated holiday wonderland, with pretty lights my two year old oooed and ahhed over (we did too, actually).
we were in an upper part of the dining area that had stunning views of the lake- even though we did not request this extra amazing area of their beautiful establishment, I have a feeling they gave that area away to us knowing we were in for my moms birthday.
Our server, Lyndsey, from the start to the finish of our dining experience demonstrated incredible, VALUABLE service; genuine care, knowledge of the menu, and it helped that Lyndsey also told us what is yummy; she felt invested in our experience and for this reason we felt like valued guests.
THE FOOD. We had some appetizers- I think it’s safe to say we all wanted to drink the sauce that came with the u10 scallops, and, my mom felt the same way about the **heirloom tomato, limoncello sauce** that came with the shrimp appetizer; Lyndsey our server informed us this was a new menu item, our clean plates confirm it is a keeper.
All of us enjoyed our entrees; I had an amazing, juicy pork chop with a butternut squash risotto and balsamic glaze. My parents both had pasta dishes, and my partner had a ribeye steak.
Their menu was straight forward and simple, and the quality of ingredients and preparation is evident.
The bonus is, the owner came out and greeted us and wished my Mom a happy birthday- my Mom, I could see it on her face how special she felt to be able to shake the Chef/Owners hand; he was very genuine and warm, just like everyone else we met; he was also wearing an apron which tells me he’s a team player with his kitchen staff.
PEOPLE, this is not the place to come to and just “get whatever”, this is the place to engage with your server, and allow them to give you an amazing experience; trust them, they know what they are doing.
This is the place to try things you might not always try, because everything we ate here and experienced here felt so intentional, and, if a restaurant is telling you they are a scratch kitchen, understand everything you are eating- including the pasta- was made in house, and there’s a quality in that that is rare to find, and that means a lot of work and heart went into what you’re about to eat.
It’s not just about WHAT you eat, it’s about HOW it was made and served; our experience- from the service and the food, to the cozy, homey setting and amazing views of the lake- felt like an experience provided with love, and we will be back again.
This was a TREAT. THANK YOU.
Jerry Helm
They were very accommodating for a party of 6. Very nice ambiance and great food, just a little pricey but not much more than other restaurants in Saratoga. Pretty good experience overall… Br careful, the parking lot was EXTREMELY icy
… moreJeslyn Bell
Fantastic new restaurant! BuonaSera on Saratoga lake!  Beautiful scenery, a fantastic renovation to an old building, incredible food, and fantastic service! 
In-house fresh bread and roasted garlic
In-house fresh motz pan fried
Sautéed Sea scallops cooked to perfection
Special: stuffed artichoke
Penne Vodka with Shrimp
Short Rib Ragu house made pappardelle
An incredible list of in house desserts are also available, but alas, there was no room! Plenty of leftovers brought home!
The daily specials list is extensive and so many great seasonal options! 
Boyfriends 1st Affogato
The staff was fantastic and very attentive! Kevin greeted us and gave us a quick history of the restaurant, his nephew, the chef and a detailed review of all of the incredible things that are made on premises!
Chef even took a moment to come out and chat with us! Very genuine family! Thrilled to have another local business and phenomenal food!
Make the reservation – you won’t regret it!
… moreIn-house fresh bread and roasted garlic
In-house fresh motz pan fried
Sautéed Sea scallops cooked to perfection
Special: stuffed artichoke
Penne Vodka with Shrimp
Short Rib Ragu house made pappardelle
An incredible list of in house desserts are also available, but alas, there was no room! Plenty of leftovers brought home!
The daily specials list is extensive and so many great seasonal options! 
Boyfriends 1st Affogato
The staff was fantastic and very attentive! Kevin greeted us and gave us a quick history of the restaurant, his nephew, the chef and a detailed review of all of the incredible things that are made on premises!
Chef even took a moment to come out and chat with us! Very genuine family! Thrilled to have another local business and phenomenal food!
Make the reservation – you won’t regret it!