1000 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608  ·  Open Daily 11am–10pm (818) 509-7415  ·  Order Online
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Universal City, California

Big Italian.Bigger Tables.

Southern Italian cooking the way it was meant to be — family-style, generous, and loud with flavor. Gather the whole table and eat like Italians have for centuries.

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Family-Style Servings
Feeds 2–4
Every dish designed for sharing
Hours
11AM–10PM
Open 7 days a week
Location
Universal City
Steps from Universal Studios Hollywood
Italian Classics. No Compromises.
Chicken Parmigiana · Lasagna · Spaghetti & Meatballs · Tiramisu
Full Menu
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Why Buca

The Buca Experience

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Family Style

Every dish is designed to be placed in the center of the table and shared by everyone. That's how Italians eat.

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Big Celebrations

Birthdays, anniversaries, group dinners — Buca's festive atmosphere is made for occasions.

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Full Bar

Italian wines, classic cocktails, house sangria, and non-alcoholic options for every seat at the table.

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Private Rooms

Private dining spaces available for groups of 10 to 60. Perfect for corporate events or family reunions.

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How It Works

Southern Italian. Family Style.

Buca di Beppo brings the most communal of all Italian dining traditions to California. Dishes arrive at the table in large, generous portions — the way Sunday lunch in Southern Italy has always worked.

Order a few dishes, pile them in the center, pass everything around, and eat until you're satisfied. It's simple, loud, and exactly how food should be shared.

A "small" serves 2–3. A "large" serves 4–6. Mix, match, and make it a feast.

SmallServes 2–3 guests · Great for a couple
LargeServes 4–6 guests · Best for groups
CateringGroup orders for 20+ available
From the Table

What People Say

★★★★★
"Brought the whole family — 12 people — and everyone left overfed and happy. The chicken parm is insane. Classic Buca."
— Jessica T., Yelp
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"We celebrate every birthday here. The energy is perfect, the food is always great, and the staff treats big groups like royalty."
— Michael G., Google Reviews
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"The lasagna is massive and delicious. Loved the atmosphere — very festive and Italian. Great spot before Universal Studios."
— Sarah L., TripAdvisor
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Universal City, CA

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Address
1000 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, CA 91608
Hours
Open Daily
11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Parking
Universal CityWalk parking structure · Validated
Groups
Reservations available for parties of all sizes · Private rooms for 10–60

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