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About

Nestled in the heart of Ocean Township, New Jersey, Buona Sera is a captivating wedding venue that exudes an atmosphere of timeless sophistication. Its tastefully appointed interiors, featuring intricate architectural details and artful uplighting, provide a picture‑perfect backdrop for both ceremonies and stunning photoshoots. From the moment a wedding party steps through the doors, Buona Sera's warm hospitality and refined setting promise a celebration never to be forgotten.

Facilities and Capacity

Buona Sera's versatile event spaces effortlessly accommodate events of various scales. The main ballroom, with its glittering chandeliers and lofty ceiling, seats up to 300 guests for dinner and dancing, while smaller breakout areas are available for the cocktail hour and for guests to mingle within. A private bridal suite and groom's lounge offer tranquil retreats for last‑minute preparations, and a manicured outdoor terrace allows couples and their loved ones to celebrate under the stars.

Services Offered

Dedicated to delivering an unparalleled wedding experience from the moment of booking, Buona Sera offers comprehensive services tailored to each couple's vision. From an initial planning session through final coordination, the in‑house team handles everything, from bespoke Italian‑inspired hors d'oeuvres and multi‑course family‑style dinners to elegant cake-cutting and late‑night bites. Professional coordination includes lighting design, floral partnerships, and a full bar set up with signature cocktails. With its commitment to impeccable service and extraordinary cuisine, Buona Sera transforms weddings into unforgettable celebrations that stand out in memory. Reach out to their dedicated event team today to begin planning the occasion you've always dreamed of.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,200

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$55

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Drapery
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Valet
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
July
August
December

Reviews of Buona Sera

Cathy
Cathy Sent on 01/12/2019
5 out of 5 rating

A Hidden Gem!

Our wedding ceromony and dinner took place at Buono Sera in Red Bank. Great parking availability and location. We had a small, intimate service in their room "The Wine Cellar". It was fantastic. The setting made us feel as though we were in Italy-Tuscany. The food was great (plenty of it) and guests were totally pleased. You will need to download music but it can feed into their sound system. We had an open bar and the staff were fantastic! They engaged the guests and helped create a wonderful and memorable day. The price was right for our small affair.
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 09/18/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Mike and Rick were amazing! They were incredible to work with and everyone raved about the food. I highly recommend Buona Sera for your catering!
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User3581580 Sent on 08/02/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Mike, Megan and the Berkeley Sales Team were the most accommodating and helpful group! I thoroughly enjoyed planning my wedding with them! Anything my wedding planner or I threw at them they were able to handle with ease! We planned our hotel block, cocktail hour, reception and post wedding brunch all through the team and they were PHENOMENAL! They were available to help us at any time and at a moment's notice. The food was utterly amazing and I cannot praise it highly enough.

The venue itself is spectacular and truly a stunning event space. Our pictures are so gorgeous, the renovations have come out beautifully.

Mike offered us a number of fantastic vendors that were within budget, friendly and did wonderful work! You are doing yourself a disservice if you don't at least go to see the space and book a tasting.
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Melissa Sent on 04/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating
If your looking for a Traditional Italian venue this is your place! Our party is 60-70 so we used the venue in Red Bank! Mike and Danielle have been so accommodating this far..
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Brian Sent on 12/28/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We recently had our wedding reception at The Berkeley Hotel catered by Buona Sera. Mike and his team at the restaurant went above and beyond our expectations and it was a flawless night! Our experience working with Mike, from the menu selections and our tasting up through interacting with the entire staff during our wedding reception itself, was simply wonderful from start to finish. Mike made himself personally available throughout the planning stages as well as on the night of the reception. There was not a single request that was not accommodated for and we had several out of the box requests that were happily met, such as making menu changes and adding new items to the menu that the chef was able to prepare for us. The attention to detail that was given by Mike on our many unique requests made for such an enjoyable experience working with Buona Sera. He was available to coordinate set up at the event and made a wonderful recommendation on a florist that we were very happy with as well. Mike was even able to offer solutions for various issues we ran into with the venue leading up to the event that the venue was not able to resolve for us themselves. We could not have been happier with how the event turned out all thanks to special attention that was given to us by the restaurant and its team.
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Joy Sent on 09/21/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Buona Sera Palazzo is INCREDIBLE! My husband and I first visited this venue last year (2016) a few months after we got engaged. This was the first venue we looked at and we literally signed the contract the same day. After seeing the space and meeting the staff, we knew we had to have our reception here. Megan and Mike are unbelievable. As a wedding planner myself, I have worked with endless venues, and having great, professional, outgoing staff, is such a priority. Megan and Mike always put mine, and my husbands needs before anything else. Megan corresponded with me at any time of day or night just to make sure I was satisfied. The staff bends over backwards for all of their customers, and the food....OMG it's to die for!!!! All our guests were in food comas, and that was only after cocktail hour. They couldn't believe there was more food coming out. My husband and I went with the Cocktail Reception because having a variety of food was extremely important to us. TRUST ME AND GO WITH THE COCKTAIL RECEPTION!! Your guests will thank you for weeks after the wedding. We got married a month ago (August, 26 2017) and our friends and family are still raving about the food, seriously. I cannot say enough good things about them. I have already referred one of my brides to them and I will continue to do so for days to come! THANK YOU GUYS!!!! xoxo
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Greicy Sent on 08/21/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We were married at Buona Sera Palazzo on Saturday, May 27, 2017. It was the best day of our lives. Mike Fusco and Megan Schaffer helped us every step of the way. Their knowledge is infinite as is their patience. They made us feel at ease even at our most stressful moments.

For our guests, Mike, Megan and their staff made them feel at home which is exactly what we wanted. They fed them well (the food is amazing!)

Had we ever the opportunity to work with Mike and Megan again we would jump at the chance.
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Stacey Sent on 07/05/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Mike and his team were fantastic! We had done the tasting at the restaurant and loved what we tried. Mike and Megan made everything very easy and the food was great the day of the wedding. Guests raved about it, particularly cocktail hour and the stations. Everything was beautifully presented. The package also included uplighting, menus, place cards, table numbers, etc., which was an added bonus. We knew with Mike and team that we didn't have to worry about anything ad could enjoy the night. We would highly recommend Buona Sera!
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Allison Sent on 06/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Just an absolutely amazing wedding! I got married here on June 3, 2017 and it was perfect. The venue is beautiful, the food and the service are exceptional and Megan and Mike are awesome to work with!! Flawless night, my guests were impressed and had a great time! Seriously cannot say enough wonderful things about this venue and their staff!
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Jennifer Sent on 05/31/2017
5 out of 5 rating
This place was everything we dreamed of!!!!! They were the first and last vendor we visited! I would choose them over and over again! The ceremony was set up just beautifully and everything from the cocktail hour straight through to the reception was spot on perfect! People are still talking about the food even the filet mignons and lobster tails were cooked to perfection and they even cooked the filet at whatever temperature our guest wanted!!!!! Now that's service! We also have a niece with a peanut allergy a friend with a dairy allergy and a vegan they catered to their needs individually. They couldn't do enough for Carl & I..... they were there right from the beginning when we booked right up to picking our stuff up the day after. Megan and Mike answered all my crazy and not so crazy questions very timely. Anything we wanted or needed was always a YES never an ummmmm well....... they exceeded our expectations in every way!!!!!!! Im really going to miss them :-( hands down would recommend them over anyone and if we host any occasions in the future that will be our place of choice ?? Thank you guys for making our day absolutely magical..... everything I dreamed of and more! Love Carl and Jen Xoxoxo
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
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Buona Sera frequently asked questions

Buona Sera includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Buona Sera includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at Buona Sera includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Buona Sera for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
Buona Sera offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Buona Sera offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Buona Sera offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Buona Sera offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Tables
Buona Sera is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
Buona Sera currently offers 1 offer promotion and 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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