Awesome Italian food! We went in April on a Tuesday about 5pm and we pretty much had the place to ourselves. The staff were very nice! The food came out quick and sooo good! Good sized portions! I'd recommend! read more

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Many many times been here with my wife sometimes we're here with friends. Everything is excellent. The waiters are very friendly. The owner is willing to accommodate you whatever you want and if he doesn't have it, tell him what you want and it'll be ready for you the next day. The wine list is good very good. The prices are reasonable get there early. It gets pretty crowded later on in the evening very popular place. read more

Went back this year because it was so good last year. This place must be a hidden gem because it wasn't insanely packed and crazy. It was early, around 5pm on a Thursday night in October and I'm glad that it was so civilized. My daughter and I split the artichoke appetizer. It was very good. We also shared the pumpkin ravioli special which was delicious! My son had the bolognese and said that it was the best he's ever had. He is a cook and has worked in high end restaurants so that is saying a lot! We gobbled it up and I forgot to take pictures. Definitely on my list of must haves when we are in town. read more

Bella Verona - Tortellini was delicious! The little bit of a nice garlicky tomato sauce made it all the more better. - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Our perfect last night on vacation dinner was spent here. Cool shop right by the restaurant we ventured into also. Ambiance is nice and service was great. I'd definitely recommend for some good Italian food. read more

Way overpriced and bland. It's no surprise why this place wasn't busy during dinner in October. I shared the pollo and broccoli pasta and it was milky with plain chicken. Not seasoned at all. The rest of my table had similar experiences with bland dishes. This place also seems to trick you for every dollar. In fine point at the bottom of the menu there is an additional $6 charge to share dishes, an additional charge for more bread, and more. Service was friendly. read more

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A cute little Italian place. You get bread, olive tapenade, butter, and oil for the table. The tagliatelle primavera was bland and under seasoned. The carbonara was good, but not great. The chicken amalfi was delicious. The lamp chops were good, but under seasoned and they came out medium well (could not choose temperature.). The service was okay. read more

Bella Verona - Linguini Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Food was perfectly cooked. We ordered the veal and the chicken... Both of the sauces were delicious. We paid extra for homemade pasta for the second dish and it was so worth it so tasty... Wines were nice .glass size was a bit small. Portions were hefty. Service was impeccable from the moment we walked in... We will be back . read more

Everything was fantastic across the board, friendly and quick service and our food was all delicious. Love the quaint vibe, feels like somewhere you'd go in the north end, we'll be back for sure. We had minestrone, salad, chicken picatta and the spaghetti w sausage read more

We enjoyed dinner at Bella Verona. It's a quiet, small place with intimate seating. Warm, friendly staff. We ordered off the Specials Blackboard: Linguini with clams in a white sauce, spinach ravioli in a sauce with touch of nutmeg, and house Caprese salad with fresh mozzarella with balsamic vinaigrette. We chose glass of Chianti. Food was delightful and priced higher than the area. Small Gripe: No draught beer Alert: Restroom no bigger than an airline toilet, so unsuitable if disabled. read more

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Dea was our server and she was friendly, polite, and very sweet. Food was awesome, the environment was friendly and quiet for the size of the restaurant. Italian feel when you're there. Going again in September 6th with a couple of great friends and again in the future. Julie read more

Expensive and bland eggplant app. Not great sauce and the veggies were variable . Paridiso in Swampscott is a much better choice

The food was really good authentic Italian food The desserts were excellent. I really enjoyed the food here If you love cozy warm home restaurants this is the place. The service was very good read more

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Service was great, the bread was good but then they brought out butter in foil wrapping and an olive tapenade basically just chopped olives in a dish. No balsamic no olive oil. I ordered the spaghetti and meat sauce and they asked if i wanted cheese on my spaghetti and i said yes. They brought over pizza place Parmesan in a jar lol even Olive Garden uses fresh cheese and grates it on your food. That just threw me off because this place looks nice so i was expecting real whipped butter, olive oil, balsamic, real Parmesan cheese freshly grated over my food. read more

This place is totally underrated! Went here last night with another couple. It is directly across from the Hawthorne Hotel, which is super convenient for that area and the commons. The inside is a mix match of Italian and culture decor. It feels small, but they recently expanded and now have an additional dining room. It can feel a bit like someone's living room, but that added to the place's charm. The staff were very attentive, without being pushy. The specials were on an eraser board and placed on a chair for our table to review. The server explained the dishes well and even let us try the house wine. They only serve beer, wine, and spritzers. The house Pinot Grigio was light and refreshing. We ordered gnocchi in a gorgonzola sauce that was well-balanced and not overly gorgonzola! :) We also got the Caprese salad, and eh, this was just ok. The table ordered Trota alla Mugnaia con Capperi, Tortellini Mantecati, Tagliatelle Primavera, and a special Scaloppine dish for entrees. All were seasoned and cooked well. For dessert, we got the lemon sorbet, which is very cute, bright, and refreshing, and the berry panna cotta. It is not too sweet and is set expertly. Hubs and I couldn't believe that we hadn't been here yet and plan to come back often. If you are looking for an authentic Italian meal with excellent service, I highly recommend it. The only ding and it might not be a ding, was the bathroom was not accessible for those with disabilities, perhaps, with the addition they have another bathroom but I did not go and look. read more

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Very cute place. The food is great, although the menu is incredibly limited. The price is good, but the service is a bit confusing as we had 4 different waitresses so it made it difficult to get help and with tip. Very small beer and wine selection too, so not really a place to get a drink at all. Super small and tight inside as well. happy i went but not sure id go back. read more

Food was tremendous service was as well. This has been here almost 30 years for good reason. As a Salem resident I can't believe this was our first time. read more

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The restaurant is small and intimate which is really cute. The service was great. I was very excited to try because of the good reviews. Unfortunately I was disappointed that our food were not as great as the reviews. Both of our food were bland, no taste at all. read more

My mom and I absolutely love this tiny gem of a place so much! We were worried with their expansion they'd lose the really cozy atmosphere inside, but they managed to just extend it into the new space. They've done a beautiful job. The staff is so friendly and welcoming, the food is amazing, and I love that it's a quiet nook where you can curl up and just enjoy your dinner. We'll be back, every visit. read more

Bella Verona - LINGUINI CAPESANTE E GAMBERI... muah! - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

This is our second time here (last time in 2017). We were offered the same table we had before which was a nice treat, we started by sharing a minestrone soup. Hubs had the special Shrimp Verona and I had the scalloping all'a Provencale. Out of this world!!!!. With a carafe of wine and dessert of tiramisu and profiterole we were in heaven. Service was great and atmosphere wonderful. read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Well , we have been coming here for special dinners and celebrations for over 20 years and we LOVE the consistent delicious food and the waitstaff is so friendly and welcoming and attentive. I especially love the old world Italian cafe charm . Tonight's dinner lived up to expectations! Will be back again soon read more

The food was delicious and the service was great plus the atmosphere was amazing and the servers were friendly and welcoming read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Parking is a bit of a pain, but we were able to find one on the next street over. The place is small with very limited seating. The crowd was very noisy early on, but quieted down as the night progressed. Our server was very nice. Food was spot on, albeit quite pricey. My linguine del mare tasted great, and my husband really liked his veal. Our daughter loved her spaghetti Bolognese. The only thing was - she did not know that the meatballs were an add on of $7 to an already $21.95 entree. read more

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Best meal we had in Salem!! And some of the best Italian food we've ever had - and that's coming from two jersey girls! read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

We were a group of 6 and provided with great service and outstanding food. Several of the party had the veal Francois special offering which was probably the best I have ever had. My wife had a trout special and raved about the preparation and flavors. Also enjoyed the finely made expresso after the meal. Fine dining with grand ambiance.. we'll be back when next in Salem. read more

This was a great little spot, cute ambiance, decor was.... Interesting. Lighting was low, seating is cramped as indoor tables are very close to each other. Menu is limited and we asked if the tortellini dish could be made with linguini instead and was told the kitchen was backed up so they couldn't take requests, I ordered it as is and it was absolutely delightful. My wife ordered tiramisu for dessert, I've never had tiramisu that I liked, this one was absolutely to die for. I wish I had ordered one of my own! read more

Bella Verona - Tortellini - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

I have to start off by saying that our waitress was the nicest waitress we've ever had (not just in Salem, anywhere)! The food was incredible. I got the pumpkin ravioli and it did not disappoint! I can't wait to come here again on future trips. read more

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The service and wait staff were fantastic but the food was very ok. Tara was very helpful and accommodating even for our party of five which included a toddler and a blind family member. She very nicely got my toddler a smaller portion of tortellini that didn't exist on the menu. However, that scoop of tortellini was $17. The hidden charges that we weren't informed about for very ok food were steep. My daughter got the tortellini and added meatballs for a hidden fee of $7. My blind family member was charged an additional $6 for tortellini instead of pasta even though the server gave tortellini as an option when he was ordering. My NY strip was decent but for $42 I'd rather go to Ledger. I hope they reduce their menu prices or improve their food taste and quality. read more

Bella Verona - We were not informed that meatballs and tortellini would be additional charges. $17 for a toddler portion of tortellini is crazy. - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Great food, wonderful atmosphere. The tortellini was fantastic! The aperol spritzer was just right read more

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OMG! Amazing Amazing Amazing!!! Ate here twice during our weekend-long trip. The bruschetta was hands down the best I've ever had. The tomatoes were so fresh and sweet. Absolutely perfect. The Pesto Gnocchi was to die for and even the spaghetti was out of this world!! You must try this place before you leave Salem! read more

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After suffering mediocre, over-priced tourist dining in Salem we stumbled on this amazing hidden gem of a restaurant. Quiet, sweet little restaurant. Nothing disappointed. Price was appropriate for such delicious food. Can't wait to visit Salem again to come back to our new favorite restaurant. read more

Oh Bella Verona, how amazing you are and how amazing your staff was to me, my sister, and my mother. Your Italian was so fresh and so perfect. So first things first, the actual restaurant is small and cozy and romantic and perfect. It is definitely intimate and if your looking for a date spot this is the place to go. The decor is amazing. Different wine bottles, lots of photos and papers. Just superb. Order a glass or bottle of wine, whichever you prefer. They have fresh baked bread come out to your table as well. The blackboard has the specials. All of which were explained to us in detail by our server. We asked for recommendations and his recommendations were spot on. The bruschetta, with mozzarella, YUM. So fresh, and let me tell you, simple, but the best bruschetta I have ever devoured (yes we devoured). The marinated artichokes over pancetta and mozzarella with seasoning. Again another joyful item to begin our fabulous meal. So for my meal, the veal and mushroom special. Think of a veal masala. I am weird (I know) and typically don't enjoy mushrooms nor mushroom dishes. But this caught my eye, and I am so glad I ventured out and ordered it. The best mushroom dish I have ever had. The sauce was so perfect, it coated the noodles with just enough thickness and the veal was cooked to perfection. With freshly grated Parmesan on top. This was easily hands down the best Italian dish I have ever had. To finish our meal we all ordered cappuccinos and we have the warm berry panna cotta. Again YUM! The panna cotta was the perfection mix of just enough sweetness with freshness of the homemade berry sauce. With the cappuccino it was the end of a perfect meal. Overall I absolutely adored this restaurant, the service was phenomenal, the food exceptional, and the atmosphere superb. If we are ever back in Salem, we will definitely be back. read more

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Came on a Monday night and it was quite busy! It's a small Place but they utilize the space well. We had the sangria, limoncello spritz, pork, caterina chicken. The spritz was better than the sangria but don't be fooled it is STRONG. The pork was excellent and cooked well. The chicken was also so good we were nearly licking the sauce up. I took off one star because we ordered the shrimp polenta as an appetizer and never got it. Which was a bummer. Otherwise it was great! read more

The food and Service was great. They were packed because it was Halloween, but still had time to ensure we had everything we needed. The ambiance was festive and it inclusive. read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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These guys have been very good for a long time. They expanded into the next door location, and good for them. This is excellent quality Italian food, with proper portions, with some unique northern Italian dishes. Always made well, and the friendliest hostess/waitress around. Professional, attentive, and knowledgeable as my guest asked for some specifics on how one of the dishes were prepped and cooked. The waitress wasn't offended, and calmly explained. High quality Italian food and service. If you're in Salem, or in the area, looking for legit Italian food, come here, and you will return. read more

Main courses and cocktails (sangria in specific) were delicious. However, the salad and bread needs work due to the high price range ($16 for salad). The break was cold and stale. The lettuce was wilted. Our service was wonderful despite the disappointing pre dishes. read more

We had an absolutely delicious dinner last evening! Service was superb. Love Belle Verona

I don't know where to begin about this place that alot of people seem to talk so highly about...After 25 years of coming to Salem for our anniversary trip, my husband and I decided to give it a try after reading it as a "comfortable, romantic atmosphere "...and Trip Advisor calls "the best of the Northshore "...what a joke n TERRIBLE error on my part...after walking in by our beautiful hostess, I thought I would walk into a comfortable, romantic room...inside I was seated in a VERY small table that I had to change my husband's chair, not once, not twice BUT THREE TIMES because they were rickety and broken...From there after waiting almost 15 minutes, we finally got a waitress for our drink orders..i didnt feel a romantic vibe in there especially where are tables very close to each other.and the decor was very cheesy with too many pictures...less is more in my opinion and the music wasnt really soft and gentle as it should be but alas we finally get some bread and to me it was just ok, but nothing spectacular, to me a nice few pieces of rustic bread with a small mixture of green and black olives would've been nice not a tapenade which is something that's served at home, not a restaurant....Now, I regret to say that our meals were NOT WORTH the money we spent. My husband had ordered the Tortellini Mantecanti...by the looks of it from the outside it seemed ok but once I saw the base of the Parmesan cheese sauce it was VERY weak n thin..to me, if it's gonna be baked in the oven it has to come out somewhat firm and a little sauce oozing out..this looked like a soup...horrible... Mine was BEYOND DISAPPOINTING!! I have been craving veal cutlets for quite a while and I was happy to read it on the menu...to my surprise two medium sized pieces of veal...to me it seemed like a cutlet cut in half...and a side salad? I ordered a side of vegetables which were ok but wished they were again baked a bit longer...THESE ARE NOT DISHES OF $31 AND $20.95 respectively....the Cutlets should've been at least 2 and about 6 to 7 inches EACH not medallions...terrible... I had owned a southern Italian restaurant for 30 years and never I have done this ...my family come from southern Naples, Italy so we know and understand how food should be....sadly, this place is not..I will never step foot in it again nor will I recommend..they need to really step up to the plate and more... read more

Food was fantastic and the staff was exceptional. Loved the outdoor seating and the recommendations by the waitress were amazing. We had a couple pasta dishes and two different desserts. All delicious. read more

Bella Verona - Panna cotta and cannoli - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

One of the best Italian restaurants on the North Shore. Consistently delicious! Great hosts and always attentive wait staff.

We haven't been back to Bella Verona since before the pandemic when we had a nice dinner, so we decided to have dinner there last night (Friday). Unfortunately, it wasn't as we remembered. We didn't have a reservation, but the friendly maitre'd accommodated us promptly. The restaurant itself was the same cute little place, tables close together, with lots of bric-a-brac, framed photos and other interesting objects on the walls and high dish shelf around the dining room. The room was almost at full occupancy with folks seemingly enjoying the "maybe post-pandemic" freedom of no mask wearing. The service was excellent. We had both servers and food runners settling us in immediately and kept up with us throughout the meal. Now for the food: it was not good. Everything from the bread to the dessert was in need of a good overhaul. The bread served was the most basic of white bread buns - tasteless and cold - served with an accompanying and even more tasteless black-olive tapenade. We were able to make some salvage of it by asking for condiments of olive oil, grated cheese and red pepper flakes, all promptly provided upon request. Our appetizer special, Shrimps in Cream Sauce, were not only bland, but the shrimp size was very small and certainly not enough of them. It was presented in a small crockery vessel still boiling hot that seemed like a cream soup instead of a shrimp dish. Once again, we doctored it with condiments and bread as best we could, but there really was no saving it. We ordered two overcooked chicken cutlet entrees, Supreme di Pollo "Caterina" and Piccata di Pollo Alla Lombardi, both delivering the same blandness that we previewed on our appetizer. The complimentary pasta was al' dente with a spoonful of rather bitter tomato sauce on top. We were hungry enough to mostly finish our entrees with the help of the bottle of Cabernet we ordered. We didn't want to venture any further into sampling more food, so we omitted dessert. However, the couple beside us ordered a frozen lemon sorbet that was so frozen when presented to them, it was in-penetrable with any utensil they tried. It literally sat there for at least 10 minutes without being able to be eaten. Glad we skipped the dessert. I really do hope they re-vamp the food or the chef. It's a very cute place and we'd love to have another good experience there. read more