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The family behind the bread.
An Italian bakery for more than 90 years, and the Buono family’s since May 1989.
Two stone hearth ovens.
More than 90 years ago the Monda family ran this Italian bakery with two brand-new, stone-built hearth ovens. It went on to be known as “The kings of Bread!”
The Mondas retired two years before the Buonos arrived, and they helped the new owners get started, passing on old-world methods and recipes.
A family bakery since May 1989.
- May 1989
Arnold Buono, his brother Frank and father-in-law Dan Amadio take over the bakery.
- Training
Arnold studies further at The National Baking Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- October 2, 1997
The Rhode Island House of Representatives declares Buono’s “Rhode Island’s Best Bread.”
- 2006
Ovens, mixers and racks imported from Italy, installed by master technicians.
In the bakery’s own words, Buono’s “has become known as ‘The Best Italian Bread in New England.’”
A minute inside Buono’s.
The back kitchen, the ovens and the counter, filmed in the shop.
“Don’t sell yourself short!”
The baker on the window holds a loaf and wears an apron that says ARNIE.
“If you have not tried Buono’s yet, get here soon! You will not be disappointed.”
More words from the regulars.
Selected Yelp excerpts shared by the bakery.
“Great bread! Will make ricotta pies around the holidays. Can't wait to try one. Wish I could get here more often.”
“The cannoli and chocolate croissant are now devoured, and the fudge brownie will be my breakfast tomorrow.”
“Easily my favorite bread in the state, and possibly New England.”
Talk to the counter.
Call for today’s selection, prices, or a calzone loaf a day ahead.