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    Bella Siena

    4.3 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Lobster Ravioli with shrimp
    Siera R.

    This is one of my favorite Italian restaurants. Almost like being in Italy, almost ... I've been here countless times but decided to write a review about the last two times I came. One of the times I brought my niece who is an Italian food lover as well. Crab cakes, carpaccio, superb! Main dishes: rigatoni allá salsiccia, lobster ravioli added shrimp - divine! Drinks: hibiscus martini and a raspberry mojito mocktail. Everything is always amazing. Other favs I did not have this evening are the gnocchi, pork chop, mushroom risotto. The next experience was for an anniversary party! We had the room in the back and it was so cute and put together! The menu was nice and the Staff at Bella Siena made a special moment even more enjoyable. Great place for a party or just a dinner for two!

    Lamb tenderloin over mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables
    Evora H.

    The meal felt like a celebration from the very first bite. The appetizers stole the spotlight especially the portobello mushrooms, layered with tangy blue cheese and a rich balsamic reduction, all resting on a bed of warm, velvety polenta. Absolute perfection. The prawns followed close behind, swimming in a luscious lemon-garlic white wine sauce with sautéed spinach comforting and indulgent in every bite. The crab cakes? Pleasant, but easily overshadowed by everything else. The entrées carried the momentum beautifully. The lobster ravioli was decadent and satisfying, while the 16 oz ribeye arrived flawlessly cooked, tender and full of flavor. The lamb loin was equally impressive, served over creamy mashed potatoes with perfectly grilled vegetables that tied it all together. Cocktails were just as memorable the lavender and blood orange martinis were vibrant, refreshing, and elegantly garnished with edible flowers, adding a delicate, fragrant touch. The restaurant buzzed with energy it was one of those warm, golden evenings where everyone seemed to be out enjoying life by the water. And then there was Jordan, our server, who truly elevated the experience. Attentive, witty, and effortlessly charming, he made us feel completely taken care of from start to finish. Set right along the water, the restaurant itself is stunning both in ambiance and experience. It came highly recommended by friends, and now we understand why. Safe to say, we'll be recommending it too.

    Brian H.

    For the win- get the Coco Special ... Great service , excellent selections and suggestions by Coco - It's a very comfortable place to eat. The bar area is nice and plant of seating inside and out. We were seated rather quickly , and we met by staff after a few minutes . Our appetizer was there in a blink , I really do mean a blink. You won't go wrong with anything that n the menu . Stop by and give it a try

    Rigatoni with sausage and bell peppers
    Lisa N.

    Went in on Friday night & sat at the bar as we always do. We had a new gal Brittany and what a great addition to Bella she is, she ask our names and addressed us by our names all night. She was attentive and friendly, look forward to having her as our waitress again:) I had the skirt steak dinner with mashed potatoes & vegetables, it was delicious. Hubby had pasta with sausage & bell peppers, he enjoyed it.

    Chicken Parmigiana was just okay.
    Senne M.

    We went to Bella Siena for a small family celebration on 5/2/26. As always the restaurant environment was wonderful. A little loud as many large groups were there celebrating graduations. My husband ordered Lobster Ravioli which was amazing!! My daughter ordered Salmon which she really enjoyed. I ordered Chicken Parm and was not impressed. It was okay but I have definitely had better. A little disappointing. On the bright side was our server. She and all the staff were fantastic!

    Another visit at Arugula's fav Benicia Restaurant.  He's making sure Mom puts his order in completely and accurately.
    JimBernard G.

    Sunday Funday at Bella for Arugula. Perfectly situated by the park, after chowing down, enjoy a nice stroll by the pier or the park.

    Linguine Frutti Di Mare
    Patricia R.

    Very cute restaurant. The food was delicious, and our server was kind. Our pastas tasted like comfort, but the bread pudding with vanilla ice cream was the best thing we ordered from there! Can't wait to have that dessert again.

    Honey Mango Cosmo
    C W.

    Omg what a hidden gem Great food, service huge portions and great drinks. The honey mango cosmo was delicious

    Beef skewers over onion rings appetizer
    Sarah C.

    We were seated very quickly on a Sunday for late lunch and got seated by a window with a beautiful view of the bay! The staff were very attentive and professional throughout the entire meal. Appetizers: The skirt steak satay was so juicy and tender, a wonderful contrast to the crispy onion rings below. The beef carpaccio was flavorful and refreshing with the greens on top. The crab cakes were also very crispy with a good amount of crab inside - just what we were hoping for. Mains: They sprinkled fresh parmasan on all our pasta dishes! Spaghetti was actually very meaty in the sauce, which is exactly how my meat-loving dad likes it. The pappardelle was my favorite by far. The seafood was cooked to perfection - not too tough or chewy. The sauce was a shrimp bisque that really made the dish unique, but still had the fresh tomato element that I love in a pasta dish. The pasta itself was fantastic in texture, had a good bite to it and picked up the sauce really well. The mushroom risotto was creamy and yummy! I personally didn't have much of it. Overall, I would highly recommend this beautiful waterfront restaurant! There's a beautiful outside deck as well that looks like it'd be great during the warmer months

    DUNGENESS CRAB CAKES. 5/5.
    Leonora S.

    Coco, our server, was wonderful! She was attentive, quick to get our orders, ensured that what we received was to our liking, and topped off our waters! She was super great with my youngest nephew who absolutely adored her and drew her a picture so she would remember him. Anyone that is cool with my nephews is cool with me! This restaurant is a gem in Benicia! It is located near the waterfront so when you make a reservation, ask for a table with a view- you'll see the water, Carquinez Bridge, birds, and the sunset. The bites that I absolutely loved and would go back for are: 1. The complimentary diced sweet onion olive oil dip and house bread. This is complimentary and it was so addicting! Apparently, people will buy mason jars of it for Xmas gifts! 2. The COZZIE & VONGOLE which is oven roasted mussels and manila clams in this super tasty rich garlic tomato white wine sauce! I should've ordered 2! Don't make the same mistake I did by ordering one especially if you're in a big party. 3. The DUNGENESS CRAB CAKES served on top of a light refreshing cucumber, tomato, and red onion relish with a side of sesame soy aioli. Mmmmm! 4. The PECAN CRUSTED PORK CHOP which was cooked perfectly so it retained juiciness that was topped with a port wine reduction sauce which paired well with the creamy polenta and sautéed spinach. 5. Desert?! Don't pass up on the BLACKBERRY SORBET which was not to sweet and so refreshing! Can I order a pint?! 6. Alcoholic drinks are GOOD AND STRONG! For a light refresher you can sip on that has tequila, St. Germain, muddled basil and lime, with grapefruit juice, order the ELDERFLOWER. *Great place to take a date and/ or family! *Chill ambiance. *Great picture opportunities inside and outside of the restaurant to capture an unforgettable experience.

    Linguine Frutti Di Mare! Seafood pasta!
    Arnel A.

    Italy in Benicia! One of the best Italian restaurants in the East Bay if not the best! The ambience and location by the water was already inviting. We came here to celebrate my birthday and all the food we got were 5 of 5! I'm not exaggerating at all! Of course we all shared what we all ordered. So glad we did! My favorite was the linguine seafood pasta! The sauce was delicious and wild! Needed more bread to dip into! Lol. The lobster ravioli was amazing as well! Will definitely return to Italy again in Benicia and see Bella Siena! Check it out for casual or special occasions!

    House special
    Wesley W.

    Bella Siena is a very nice Italian restaurant in Benicia. The views of the Bay is nice. The decor is modern Italian, with some classic looks. Our server was good for our large party. She was accurate with everyone's order and didn't leave our water glasses empty. The food served was excellent. All the pastas ordered were cooked to perfection. The sauces were on point and the portions were decent. I would recommend giving Bella Siena a try for a nice Italian meal!

    Clearly understaffed with multiple tables open yet GROSSLY OVERWHELMED and OVERBOOKED!
    Spencer T.

    Reservation 645pm arrived promptly at 648pm. Busy Saturday night! So we waited and checked in. "It'll be 5 mins" 710pm still waiting. At this time there were several parties with RESERVATIONS corralled and ask to wait. 720pm RANDOM walk-in's told the wait would be 40-45 mins, how is this even possible. Why are you OVERBOOKING? We go up to the check in and ask again. "It'll be 5mins" NO apologies, just plain pompous stares. So we left. As a local, we wanted to support local businesses. This place has never been better than 2.5 stars. To be fair, the service staff is always polite. The food here will NEVER warrant a 45-1HR wait with a reservation! NEVER again! 1 star because I couldn't go into the negatives with yelp!

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    Met friends for a yummy dinner, good service and beautiful view. I would recommend this place

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    I love everything here My family loves your food! They come from Morgan Hill to dine!

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    Ask the Community - Bella Siena

    What is the corkage fee?

    Sorry, I even checked the website, but the fee is not listed. There is one, I recall.

    I used too come for the vegan risotto weekly any plans too bring it back and if not what are the vegan options you offer now?

    Do they sell gift cards?

    I remember my girlfriend getting a gift certificate for there a couple of years ago. However not sure if they have an actual "gift card."

    Bringing our small dog and two small children, is there adequate shade with umbrellas in the patio?

    Yes, there is adequate shade

    Do they allow small dogs?

    We saw a small dog on the patio when we had lunch there.

    What is the parking situation like? Is there a valet?

    Greetings, When we went, it was late, there was no Valet Parking. We did find plenty of street parking available

    Is the Christmas tree live or artificial? (Hopeful that it is artificial.)

    Will you have the Australian Fillet tonight?

    No. Salmon!

    Can I make reservations?

    Yes of course! You can call email or book your reservation on opentable.com

    Do they have gluten free and vegetarian plates available?

    Yes, there are gluten free options!

    Are there heat lamps out on the patio?

    Yep, they do

    Are they accepting cash?

    Yes they take cash.

    Any vegan options?

    Yes there do. You might have to request it or just google their menu

    Do they have a beer selection? And what kind? There's photos of the menu but none of the beer

    Yes.

    Do they serve cioppino?

    They have something similar Cozze and Vongole. The last time I was there was around 3 months ago.

    What is the dress code?

    I've seen all types based on occasion, super casual at the bar, to dressy for a dinner party. It seems as if all are welcome.

    Are the owners the same as Ristorante Allegria in Napa?

    No they aren't. They are the cousins of the owners of Ristorante Allegria.

    Do they allow you to bring your own wine, and pay a corkage fee?

    Yes, I can confirm that, too.

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