{"id":3267,"date":"2026-03-31T04:38:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T11:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.wiki-living.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/31\/the-6-best-buca-di-beppo-orders-according-to-the-chefs-eat-this-not-that\/"},"modified":"2026-03-31T09:43:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T16:43:38","slug":"the-6-best-buca-di-beppo-orders-according-to-the-chefs-eat-this-not-that","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wiki-living.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/31\/the-6-best-buca-di-beppo-orders-according-to-the-chefs-eat-this-not-that\/","title":{"rendered":"The 6 Best Buca Di Beppo Orders, According to the Chefs &#8211; Eat This Not That"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<aside class=\"instaread-player-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/aside>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Cached content expires at 1774972485 --><\/p>\n<p>At Buca di Beppo, bigger is always better. Known for its family-style portions, over-the-top kitschy decor and Italian-American classics, the menu is full of crowd-pleasers\u2014but not all dishes stand out in the same way. &#8220;Buca Di Beppo is my favorite restaurant because it celebrates big, bold Italian American flavors in a fun and social environment,&#8221; said Dennis Littley, Chef and Nutritionist at Ask Chef Dennis. &#8220;It&#8217;s a place where generous portions and classic recipes come together to create a dining experience meant to be shared and enjoyed at the table.&#8221; To help you order like a pro, Eat This, Not That! asked Chef Dennis to share his favorites. Here are six dishes that came out on top.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mozzarella-garlic-bread\" class=\"o-slide-title\" data-num=\"1\"><span>Mozzarella Garlic Bread<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re eating pasta, salad, or a heavy meal, Mozzarella Garlic Bread fits in well and makes the meal feel extra delicious. &#8220;This is a classic starter that will never go out of style,&#8221; says Chef Dennis. &#8220;Warm bread topped with garlic butter and melted mozzarella delivers a rich, flavorful meal that sets the tone for the meal.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"chopped-antipasti\" class=\"o-slide-title\" data-num=\"2\"><span>Chopped Antipasti<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Chopped Antipasti is fresh, flavorful, and hearty enough to hold its own\u2014a perfect counterpoint to Buca&#8217;s heavy menu. &#8220;This salad is a well-made antipasti that brings balance to the table,&#8221; says Chef Dennis. &#8220;You get a mix of cured meats, cheeses and crisp vegetables that make for a delicious and satisfying starter with a variety of flavors in every bite.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"chicken-parmigiana\" class=\"o-slide-title\" data-num=\"3\"><span>Chicken Parmigiana<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Chicken Parmigiana is a dish that many people already love, and Buca delivers a consistent, unsurprising version that satisfies that craving every time. According to Chef Dennis, &#8220;This is one of those dishes that defines comfort food.&#8221; He explains that the dish consists of &#8220;a crispy breaded cutlet topped with marinara and melted cheese, giving you that perfect combination of crunch, richness and acidity.&#8221;<span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"display: none\">6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"shrimp-fra-diavolo\" class=\"o-slide-title\" data-num=\"4\"><span>Shrimp Fra Diavolo<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Under &#8220;pasta,&#8221; you&#8217;ll find Shrimp Fra Diavolo, which is bold and a must-try, according to Chef Dennis. He says: &#8220;This dish is all about bold flavors. The shrimp are cooked in a spicy tomato sauce that brings heat and depth while letting the natural sweetness of the seafood come through.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"italian-sausage-pappardelle\" class=\"o-slide-title\" data-num=\"5\"><span>Italian sausage Pappardelle<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Italian sausage Pappardelle is another spicy pasta that Chef Dennis loves. &#8220;A hearty pasta dish like this is all about richness and texture,&#8221; he explains. &#8220;Wide ribbons of pappardelle cling to the sauce while the sausage adds a deep, nutty flavor that makes each bite satisfying.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"italian-creme-cake\" class=\"o-slide-title\" data-num=\"6\"><span>Italian Cr\u00e8me Cake<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An Italian Cr\u00e8me Cake is everything you could want: moist, creamy, and indulgent with a decadent, homemade feel. Six layers of lemon cake with a decadent, delicious mascarpone filling. Chef Dennis says: &#8220;To round off the meal, this dessert offers a smooth and luxurious experience. It&#8217;s rich and slightly sweet with a hint of cream making it the perfect end to a delicious Italian feast.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Buca di Beppo, bigger is always better. 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