Buonissimo Italian Restaurant & Beach Bar

Buonissimo Italian Restaurant & Beach Bar is a compact spot near Patong Beach, set right on the beachfront road with the sea just across the street. You can sit outside, or cool off indoors where the air conditioning is a real relief. The place feels clean and laid-back, with plenty of seating. The location is convenient too: it’s away from the noise of Bangla Road, and there’s street parking nearby for motorbikes and small cars.

The main highlight is their wood-fired pizza, made in a genuinely Italian style. The crust is well balanced in thickness, the edges come out crisp, and the toppings are generous — full of flavor and made with good-quality ingredients. Popular choices include the mushroom and garlic pizzas, Four Cheeses, and house options like the “Buonissimo.” Service is quick, and the pizza arrives hot, fresh, and aromatic.

Pizza isn’t the only strong point. The kitchen keeps a consistently high standard with dishes like a light yet rich mushroom soup, juicy chicken breast, pasta in a creamy sauce without excess oil, tagliatelle with Parmesan sauce, and steak strips with cherry tomatoes and balsamic. There are also salads, including a Caesar and an avocado-and-shrimp salad, and beer pairs well with the food.

Service is friendly and attentive — staff respond quickly and are happy to help you choose. A couple of minor details: steak knives aren’t always provided with the steak, and the soup may occasionally need a pinch of salt. In the evening the vibe stays lively but not loud, and sports may be playing on the TV.