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Buko Nero

126, Tanjong Pagar Road, Singapore, Singapore
+65 6324 6225
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Ranked #29 of 2,757 restaurants in Singapore
Price range: INR828 - INR1,104
Cuisines: Italian, Contemporary, Eclectic
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Singapore, Singapore
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

The Italian word "Buko Nero" means " Black Hole"...But believe you me, this Black Hole if, and when you manage to get into it, serves the most delicious imaginative Italian food. It is situated at 126 Tanjong Pagar Road… telephone 63246225 This is a restaurant with limited space for just 7 tables and a maximum of 26 guests. It’s circa... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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66 reviews 66 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

Dining here is always worth the wait. Wait? Book ahead! Don't just turn up. It is small, intimate, friendly, and the food is fantastic. Husband and wife team Oscar and tracy, the owners, deserve credit for maintaining an excellent establishment at a very reasonable price. In a word: wonderful.

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Singapore
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105 reviews 105 reviews
42 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

Like the fact that it is run by a husband and wife team. Food quality is very good. Downside - small place and difficult to get a reservation so have to plan well ahead. Have maintained quality of the food as the owner is the chef himself.

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2013

I have been to this restaurant several times over the years and have never been disappointed. A husband and wife team,Oscar and Tracy run this tiny place which has a menu that changes constantly. Their daily specials are worth a try. The couple work wonderfully together to bring you the best quality food and service in a warm and cozy... More

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See 5 more reviews by Sandra B for Singapore
Short Hills
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176 reviews 176 reviews
96 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 81 cities Reviews in 81 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2012

I lived in Singapore for a year and this is one of five places that provide both an excellent meal and value. You must book well in advance. Neighborhood is wedding stores by day, girlie bars by night....but still very safe. Restaurant is very small and run by a wonderful family. Food is very authentic and competes with all of... More

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Singapore
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71 reviews 71 reviews
44 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2012

Have been to this tiny husband and wife run place (Oscar in the kitchen and Tracy in the front of the house with her mum helping out) several times now over the years and each time come away satisfied. If going for first time, do try the tofu appetizer. Not exactly Italian but if something tastes so good, who cares!... More

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Luang Prabang, Laos
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20 reviews 20 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 August 2012

Had dinner tonight at Buko Nemo - and it was truly excellent in all things. We had the set menu - which at $55 was great value. Perfect five courses of delicious food. The wines were also excellent - as was the service. Highly highly recommended.

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Sydney, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 August 2012

I love supporting small neignbourhood restaurants, and so tried Buko Nero based on tripadvisor reviews. The place is only small, it was full so was glad I booked, the prices were good and so my and a friend ordered up with gusto. really good food, really friendly staff and as I say well priced. I recommend and will return.

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See 6 more reviews by Derek F for Singapore
United Kingdom
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118 reviews 118 reviews
65 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 53 cities Reviews in 53 cities
62 helpful votes 62 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2012

My friend treated me to lunch at Buko Nero when I was in Singapore. Buko Nero is a small but unique fine dining Italian restaurant operated by a husband (an Italian at back of house as chef) and wife (a Singaporean at front of house as server) team. It is very popular among the locals and almost impossible to get... More

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Sydney
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 July 2012

I was lucky enough to get a luncheon booking for one on my first day in Singapore. I chose the set menu for $29 and it was worth every penny. The milk chocolate and hazelnut Cake was a triumph. I am amazed how the chef can prepare such delicious meals in such a confined space, but it is great husband... More

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