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Café Bello

4.3 (264 reviews)
ModerateItalian
Open 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Outdoor seating

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A cheese pizza with mushrooms and peppers.
Master M.

This place inspired me to write my very first review on Yelp. Let's break it down. When I first walked in I felt the scenery could be used for a scene in a movie or a series. The music gave me a sense of nostalgia like I've been here before but, it was my first time. Its warm aesthetic and welcoming people made it pleasant to be there. Not only was the venue solid but the pizza was deliciously made. It was my first pie on the east coast and was not disappointed. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to stay for long as my order was to go. I look forward to dining in. If I was impressed by being there for maybe 5 mins waiting for my order I can only imagine the experience of dining in. I can't wait to go again.

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Renato M.

I visited Cafe Bello on a Monday evening for dinner and the place was surprisingly packed. Parking It's not easy to find a parking spot in the area. You might need to park a few blocks away so keep that in mind. Reservations They take reservations but I didn't make one since I went on a Monday evening but there were only 2 available tables once I arrived so next time I will reserve. Food Food is DELICIOUS. They give a complimentary garlic bread which is great. Fried calamari and the 5 cheese pizza were also delicious. I was afraid the pizza was going to have a strong cheesy flavor but it was just like a cheesy margherita, I definitely recommend it. By the way, one pizza should be enough for 2 people especially if you order an appetizer. Remember, they serve a delicious complimentary garlic bread. Ambiance It's a small restaurant and when it's crowded the acoustic is bad, it's difficult to hear and have a conversation with someone across from you. This is the only thing I didn't like about this place. Once some people left it got better. They had some ambiance music but you couldn't hear anything, just people talking loud. Price Price is fair for the quality of the food. Make sure you ask for the drink menu, I have no idea why the waiter didn't bring it along with the other menus once we arrived. P/S - I was reading other reviews and although I personally had a positive experience some people didn't, which is totally fine, but I didn't like the owners response to some of them. I sensed a little arrogance. P/S 2 - Cafe Bello, add your drink menu to your website along with the food/pizza menus and have the waiters bring them all. It would have been easier than asking the waiter what wine and beer they offer.

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Michelle L.

Cafe Bello is a neighborhood resturant and bar meaning Many locals visit for lunch and dinner regularly. Customers and employees of Cafe Bello are very warm and friendly. I've been here many times and they never disappoint. They have clean facilities inside and out. Bar area and resturant area are always well maintained, with positive & classy staff. Highly recommend for lunch or dinner. I've had almost everything in the menu and love it all. They are flexible should you have allergies or special requests with menu item. The options are endless and your tastebuds will thank you!

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Giseli C.

Food in this place never disappoints, it's simply so good , well seasoned and always served hot . Ambiance is very welcoming Service is good but could improve a little , sometimes is a slow , but all in all it's a great place to enjoy authentic Italian food

Patricia Z.

Been here multiple times. Food and service is always on point. Place is great. Their pizza is delicious and the vibe is charming and energetic. Highly recommend

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Michael M.

One of the top Italian Restaurants in state! Excellent food and service. Owners keeping a watchful eye on customers happiness. Enjoyed my shrimp dish with salad and pasta, heavenly meal!

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Adalise M.

I rated this place a 4 because I called previous to my arrival and they said getting a table shouldn't be difficult and we would get one right when we walked in. When we got there, we were told we needed to wait 10 minutes which turned into 30 mins. 30 minutes with a 5 year old is a bit annoying. However, the food was amazing and was definitely worth it. We just need accurate information when we call. The bread basket was so good we honestly ate the entire basket! The meal i got was the rigatoni alla vodka with burrata. 10/10 soooo good! I ate the entire thing and i never finish my food! The other meals we got was the blackened pasta and the pizza. All amazing meals! :)

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Aurianna B.

5 stars for the pizza! Did not get pictures of the pepperoni or 5 cheese but both were just as good as the ones pictured. I personally enjoyed the prosciutto pizza. I ordered the veal and it was okay. This is my go to meal at Italian places and I was slightly disappointed, it was tender but incredibly salty. I would recommend them for pizza and dessert as those options were all very good.

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Thanks Merideth! come back again soon!

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Love this restaurant !! The food and service fantastic! I try something new everytime I go there..never disappointed

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wow, thank you so much Kathy, We LOVE you too!

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Jen, thank you! gld you liked it! come back again soon!

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Thanks Adriane!

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The food was fantastic and the service was great! Would definitely go back again! Real Italian food at it's best!

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Thank you so much Eileen! Means a lot to us, Come back again soon!

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