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Bella Trattoria

4.3 (2.1k reviews)
Closed • 4:00 pm - 9:30 PM
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Moderate noise
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Sue H.

Had an amazing time celebrating a friend's birthday here! We had a party of 20, and they had our table ready to go as soon as we walked in. The service was excellent, and the server's menu suggestions were spot on. We shared a mix of bruschetta, fresh seafood, and pasta dishes--all of which were absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this spot if you're in the SF area!

Sam R.

Visited Bella Trattoria for a celebratory dinner recently and it was a good experience. The restaurant has a modest and unassuming exterior. You have to check in with staff and walk through the bar area to a different side, but the restaurant itself is cozy and was busier than expected. Customer service was attentive and great for the most part, we ordered a few appetizers and entrees. The supplí napoletana was delicious and comforting, I liked the risotto and aioli. I was not a fan of the carciofi alla griglia as the artichokes were oily & weren't really tasty. I opted to order the arrabbiata pasta and thought it was spicier than expected. It was good, but couldn't finish it and I probably should've ordered something else. My friend ordered the pasta norcina which had a good flavor and the addition of sun-dried tomatoes were a nice touch. My partner ordered the roasted trout and we didn't really enjoy it. The service was excellent, and they did offer a small panna cotta as a celebratory dessert. The staff sing to you as well, which was unexpected but sort of pleasant. Bella Trattoria is worth visiting if you're craving some Italian food. I recommend making a reservation for dinner and trying out one of their pasta dishes. Parking can be a bit of challenge, but I suggest checking around nearby residential streets.

Minestrone
David L.

This spot hits everytime we go. The menu changes as well which is nice. Lots of handmade pasta , I got the rigatoni and it was cooked perfectly. The suns dried tomato dipping sauce for the bread is great too. Had the minestrone which was super tasty and fragrant. Pistachio gelato was not too sweet which I like. Lots of pistachio pieces. Go for the lunch menu price fixe for $35 well worth it. Service was good and the inside is cozy with some Napoli decoration and TVs playing La liga

Ethel R.

Enjoy my Saturday with good friends and family. Bella Server - Ginaluca, he is amazing at his job. The energy he brings to you the moment you walk into the restuarant is priceless. Daniel assisted too. Thank you for the Complimentary Burrata! Cavoletti, Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower, anchovy-lemon cream, 19-year old gusti balsamic Fritto Misto, mix fry of Calamari, zucchini, onions, & lemon with lemon aioli & marinara dipping sauce Margherita, fior Di latte mozzarella, San marzano dop tomato, basil Capricciosa, prosciutto Di Parma, artichokes, olives, San marzano dop tomato sugo, mozzarella Testaccio, guanciale, artichoke, pecorino Romano, mozzarella, white truffle conserva The deco is so fun and the different rooms are so relaxing and you feel so special. You must visit.

CARBONARA SBAGLIATA and MACCARUNE CA VODKA
Matthew B.

Went to Bella Trattoria for a date night dinner and overall had a really great experience ! The ambiance is small and intimate, which made it perfect for a date night. It's quiet but still has a lively energy to it, and the dim lighting gives it that cozy Italian dinner feel :) Definitely a spot you can sit, talk, and enjoy your time. Service throughout the night was solid. Food came out hot, fresh, and everything felt well paced. Polpette della Casa Really good start. The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the tomato cream sugo paired really well with the eggplant and zucchini caponata. Carbonara Sbagliata Super rich and creamy with a good amount of pancetta. The pecorino and black pepper really come through, and the pasta itself was cooked perfectly. Maccarune Ca Vodka (added sausage) Another solid dish. The sauce was smooth and flavorful, and the sausage added a nice depth and heartiness to it. Toward the end of my pasta, I did find something in my food, but after letting the staff know, they handled it really well. They were apologetic right away, and the head chef/owner came out personally to apologize, which I appreciated. They ended up taking my entrée off the bill, gave us another entrée to take home, and also brought out a tiramisu on the house. Tiramisu Honestly one of the best I've had, OAT. Light, creamy, and perfectly balanced without being too sweet. Overall Mistakes can happen anywhere, but what stood out was how they handled it. The level of care and service really made the difference. Because of that, I would definitely come back. Thank you for the amazing night again!

Squid ink gnocchi
Billy T.

Wanted to try a cozy comfy Italian restaurant that wasn't from my usual go to! Ambiance / decor was a mixed bag of Hispanic, Italian, rustic, old diner American esque / modern vibes with dim lighting and a lowkey hidden entrance. Hosts were kind but the waiter was very pushing on trying to have us do the dinner special which isn't a bad value (but pink elephant has a better happy hour dinner deal...) kind of was strange like it was a marketing scheme. Food overall was delicious, not pictured was a pizza we got which basically tasted like a sour charcuterie bread with no cheese which was the only let down. Squid ink gnocchi: Star of the show that was full of seafood goodness in each bite with a creamy sauce and yummy chunks of potatoy garlic goodness. For its price point I wish the gnocchi was rolled out to be bigger; the portion felt like an appetizer but luckily the freebies made up for it. Freebies: Panna cotta Glad this was included it was light and fleshing with the electric tartness from the raspberries. The Panna cotta was beautifully gelatinous. Bread with tomato paste(+ olive oil?) strange combo; wish it was balsamic because the tomato was not evident but the bread was delicious and bouncy!

Ritvik N.

Bella Trattoria -- Solid carb-load spot in SF First time in California--and San Francisco--as an adult. We booked a same-day reservation for a group of five at Bella Trattoria the night before my half marathon (Bay Breeze Half Marathon), specifically to carb-load. Because it was the day before Valentine's Day, the menu was prix fixe only--2 or 4 courses, no à la carte. I went with the 2-course option ($45), fully vegetarian: Antipasto Tricolore -- arugula, mixed greens, chopped artichokes, olives, balsamic. Fresh, simple, and did the job. Entrée Spaghetti all'Arrabbiata -- fresh spaghetti, San Marzano D.O.P. tomato sugo, garlic, onions, shallots, Calabrian chili peppers. This was the standout. I was slightly worried it'd be bland (bad pre-race pasta experiences in the past), but this had real depth and heat. Bright tomato flavor, noticeable spice, and well-seasoned throughout. Not a "blow-your-mind" dish, but very solid and exactly what I wanted before a race. For the table, we also had complimentary garlic bread, polenta di Bella with mushrooms, and a smoked salmon pasta. The bread with tomato sauce was especially good--slightly sweet, rich, and felt authentically Italian. Dessert Chocolate pistachio gelato (excellent), and they kindly threw in a panna cotta with berries on the house. I mostly stuck to the gelato since I had a race the next morning--no need to gamble with GI issues. Verdict: Good food, generous service, and impressive that we snagged a late, same-day reservation. Bonus point: I placed 3rd overall and 3rd male the next day--so yes, I'm giving the pasta partial credit. A dependable Italian spot in the heart of SF. Would return if I'm back in the area.

A raspberry dessert from their three-course menu.
Melinda L.

A nice neighborhood Italian restaurant, with a large menu that will delight any level of appetite and tastes. They make everything fresh here and the restaurant is quite beautiful inside. It is definitely cozy because it's a smaller space, but the ambiance is nice. It was very dark inside and at your table though. Our group had a hard time reading their menu, I had to honestly magnify the menu on my phone to see it better, but even then, it was barely visible and had my friend look at it for me. I chose the "It's Not Carbonara," which was fettuccine, butternut squash, and pecarino bits. It was a nice vegan option and I am a fan of butternut squash. It was rich as expected and pretty tasty. My group got their three-course meal, which came with a choice of dessert. We shared a raspberry tart flan-like dessert, which was also good. Our server was very attentive and gave good table service. Water service was also good. Street parking only, but parking can be close or you may have to park a few blocks away. Recommend taking the 38 bus and walk less than a block to get to the restaurant.

Ravioli di Piselli
Pamela S.

They usually get busy, so we made reservations and were seated quickly. We were placed in the front room where a DJ was playing music, and combined with conversations, it became somewhat noisy. After talking with others, it sounds like the back room is much quieter. For food, we started with the Cavoletti and Bruschetta. The Brussels sprouts were tasty, but the bruschetta was just okay. For our mains we had the Ravioli di Piselli, which was flavorful, the Fruitti di Mare with plenty of seafood, and the Arribbiata, which had a very small portion. Although the restaurant was extremely busy, our waiter kept us informed about what was happening with our food, which we appreciated.

M C.

Great vibes, great drinks, good food, amazing service! Drinks and pasta were good, but the service was the highlight of the show. Came here as a party of 8 on a Friday night, and our server was not only patient, but also had a great sense of humor and knew hospitality well. There is a live DJ in the house, so the vibes were great. Great spot for cocktails as well!

Granchio con fettuccine al nero (squid ink fettuccine)
Johnny A.

Went later in the night since they close at 10pm. Nice ambiance with dim lighting. Service was pretty good. Appetizers: I thought the complimentary bread felt nice and soft, but the gf felt it was old and cold compared to hot & buttery bread served at other restaurants. Next, the Bruschetta ca' pummarola tasted the best out of all the orders. Main: We went with the three course prix fixe meal: 1. Swordfish Carpaccio Antipasti tasted... interesting; like salty dried fish, maybe not our taste? 2. When the Squid Ink Fettuccine and Salmon Fettuccini came with "a lot of plate", the portion initially looked small, but there was actually a good amount of pasta there. But flavor for both was lacking and quite salty; we could not finish it due to the sodium. 3. Panna cotta - it was okay. Overall 3/5 for the food. I bookmarked this place awhile back and was glad to try it, but will likely not return.

EGGPLANT PARMIGANA  Baked with Asiago & Mozzarella, Served on a bed of San Marzano Sugo
Priscilla L.

My husband and I really love the food at Bella Trattoria so much so that we've gone for both their Thanksgiving menu and their Christmas Eve menu. It has that "special occasion" feel without being overly stiff: dim, cozy, intimate, and very Inner Richmond. Food-wise, they absolutely showed up. I started with the Rucola e Acchiughe (burrata with white anchovies, lemon-infused olive oil, and arugula). It was bright, salty, creamy, and perfectly balanced--one of those dishes where every bite tastes like it belongs together. George ordered the Polpette della Casa, and this was comfort food done right: tender beef-and-pork meatballs in a rich tomato sugo, with chopped eggplant and zucchini mixed in for extra depth. It felt hearty and homemade in the best way. For mains, my Osso Buco was fantastic: deep, slow-cooked flavor, wonderfully rich sauce, and the housemade fettuccine soaking up every bit of that braised goodness. George's Eggplant Parmigiana was excellent too: grilled eggplant layered with asiago and mozzarella, baked until melty and bubbly, then served over a vibrant San Marzano sugo. Honestly, everything tasted like it had real care behind it. Portions were generous. We had enough leftovers to eat happily for two more days. That said... the service was rough, especially on Christmas Eve. The restaurant wasn't busy and it wasn't understaffed. The most memorable (and frustrating) moment was waiting 15 minutes just to get milk for our coffee. Coffee is $9 a mug. Delays like that add up, and George was genuinely upset. He has been in the food industry all his life and he felt like the slow, inattentive pacing put a damper on what was supposed to be a festive night. Bella Trattoria can serve a truly delicious meal, and the kitchen clearly knows what it's doing, especially for holiday menus. But the front-of-house experience can be inconsistent, and on a day like Christmas Eve, that matters. I'll still come back for the food (because it really is that good), but I'd go in with patience and slightly lowered expectations on service. George says he'll never dine in there again because of the service, but might consider ordering food from them and picking it up.

Cyndy And Randy R.

A solid 3 1/2 stars for us, rounded up for the excellent service. Our search for a new favorite Italian place in SF since our beloved Mangia Tutti closed down continues. A plate with some soft bread and a sun dried tomato oil dipping sauce started us off once we placed our order. It was different and good. We asked about the fish of the day and were told it was the fish dish that was already on their menu so that was a bummer. Randy ordered a bruschetta starter and it was super flavorful. For his meal he ordered the Sorrentina: gnocchi with Italian sausage, mozzarella and basil and he liked it. The gnocchi are very small and soft, not very chewy. I ordered the pasta Norcina: penne, chopped chicken, sun dried tomatoes and a mushroom cream sauce. It was only ok...very one note. Not flavorful. For dessert we had the tiramisu and panna cotta (ordered without the balsamic glaze) and both were excellent - the highlight of our meals. The service from the beginning is definitely where they excel. Our server Gabriella was so attentive and helpful and fun. There was another man roaming around helping and someone different refilling our waters. We didn't lack for anything service wise. The biggest downside: the parking around here is horrendous. We circled and searched for a place to park for 20 minutes before we got lucky. It made us about 10 minutes late for our reservation but the staff was very good about it when we called to let them know.

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Our go to spot for authentic quality Italian food. Fresh pasta, outstanding gnocchi, and a great wine list to pair. Better than Florence.

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We have a 2 yr old and 3 yr old included in our lunch reservation- is that acceptable?

Should not be an issue for lunch time.

Do you have gift cards or gift certificates?

Yes you can purchase on our website

Do they take reservations?

Yes. They're on open table.

Have cheese wheel?

yes! come visit us

Planning on coming here for lunch on a Thursday, what time do you serve lunch until? Thank you!

We are closed thanksgiving, but usually on Thursday’s we open at 11am.

What vegan options you have no dairy, or egg?

All of our pasta are made in the house are vegan. We have the pasta marinara, antipasto, minestrone, and pinsa as well. Very vegan friendly.

Is parking close by and available on Friday night's?

You might be driving around in circles for 10min, but you'll definitely find street parking

Can you eat at the bar? I like to go out and eat on my own at times but not at a table.

Yes. That was what I did.

How do I find information about the private room?

Call them after 5 pm

Is there a parking garage or easy street parking?

Street parking

Safe for celiacs?

I was fine but not a gluten free kitchen. The gnocchi was naturally gf.

What is the corkage fee? I've never brought wine to a dinner and was curious what they charge for that and if the fee is per bottle

$25

Is this verified back owned?

Yes

It is Kids friendly?

There were kids in there when I was eating dinner but I didn't necessarily get the impression it was a kid friendly restaurant.

Does this place have cheese wheel pasta?

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3.1 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill
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Loooooove this store - small but mighty! There is so much to see & buy - from sauce to fresh pasta…read moreto a copy of The Pizza Bible (my husband has a signed copy!) The whole ambiance of the store is such a vibe - my husband and I love it. Even down to the music being played. It passes the vibe-check as the kids say. lol. I've been in for their soft serve & cannolis - both so yums! You can never go wrong with soft serve! You can choose from either a cone or cup & they have a bunch of toppings - even the olive oil & sea salt which I have heard AMAZING things about but I am a plain-girly so I opted for a plain soft serve on a cone. EDIT: GET THE OLIVE OIL & SEA SALT SOFT SERVE - ZOMG ZOMG ZOMG, it's LIFE CHANGING! I would never think the combo works but it freakin' works! lol. TRY IT, you won't regret it! If you go here & don't get a cannoli, did you actually go here? Just asking. Cannoli choices: Plain, Pistachio, Chocolate Chips & Rainbow Sprinkles. My go-to is Chocolate Chips, it never fails! A great thing about their cannolis is that they make 'em after you order! Fresh & hot off the presses! They also have coffee but I have never tried it BUT it gives me a reason to come back!

Amazing soft serve and definitely the service was friendly and awesome…read more The ice cream was soft serve so there's no scoop ice cream but totally fine You can get toppings if you like I liked it just as is The store was really chill The people are very nice there Ask questions if you have any Lots of things you can take home to make

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