Buono Bistro North Andover

It was a bit confusing trying to find the entrance to Buono Bistro in North Andover. It was also confusing trying to leave.

There is plenty of parking when you finally find the entrance.

A big and pleasant bar.

The dining room was pleasant and bright, and of course, impeccably clean.

Warm crusty bread with a tasty dipping oil arrives promptly. Linen napkins and quality silverware.

You have the option to add 1/2 a salad for $4. The Caesar salad was excellent! The romaine was cut with precision, the dressing was delicious, and the croutons were super light. I even got a separate fork for my salad, don't see that too often.

Lunch Mussels and Calamari ($14). "Sautéed mussels and calamari in a marinara or scampi sauce over linguini". I went with the Scampi. The mussels were excellent, plump and tasty. The calamari was cooked well and look at all the tentacles I got. Rings only=probably frozen. The pasta was also cooked well, but the dish was very light on the scampi part. I spoke to the chef as I was leaving and I could have gotten more since there was still sauce left in the pan. He said that people complain if there is too much sauce. Well, you can't please everyone, and it was no big deal. Service was delightful, and it was service with a smile. A nearby table had the mussel app, and that looked to be a meal on its own. They currently have a Groupon+ available. Trying to get back on Rte495 south was an adventure in itself.

Address: 220 Sutton St, North Andover, MA 01845
Phone: (978) 258-0658