The Visit

I’ve attempted to secure a booking at Bella Vita several times, but regrettably, they were consistently fully booked—a testament to their popularity.

Given their perpetual busyness, I recommend calling ahead to secure a reservation for your visit.

Today, I revisited with my parents, and once more, the staff was delightful. The bustling atmosphere added to the positive experience, and I eagerly anticipated savoring whatever dish I ultimately decided to order.

Décor	★★★★★
Noise Level	★★★★★
Restaurant Temperature	★★★★★
Table Dressing	★★★★★
Restaurant Cleanliness	★★★★★
Background Music Level	★★★★★
Disabled Toilets	Yes

The Food

The delightful staff at Bella Vita treated us to an abundance of pre-meal delights. Notably, a sizable pizza-like dish caught our attention, featuring a delightful contrast: one half adorned with a light and tasty tomato sauce, while the other showcased a delectably salty bread.

Additionally, a sampler platter of various starters emerged, accompanied by house-made hummus paired with diced carrots. My mum praised it as the best she’s ever tasted. All of this unfolded before we even had a chance to peruse the menu and make our dining selections.

Each dish they brought out was incredibly flavorful, leaving no leftovers. Faced with the dilemma of choosing between two, three, or just one course, I opted to skip the starter, feeling a bit full. I dove into the main course, contemplating whether dessert would fit in afterward. Thanks for tuning in.

The Food

Penne Salsiccia e Pepperoni £12.50
Small quills with Italian sausage, onion, chilli & roasted peppers, finished with Napoli sauce

I opted for a change from my usual order of the amazing spaghetti carbonara and chose the Penne Sicilia e Pepperoni for tonight. Described as a delightful pasta dish, it features Italian sausage, onion, a hint of chili, and roasted peppers, and is finished with Napoli sauce.

Upon arrival, it not only looked appealing with its generous portion but also emitted a delightful aroma, showcasing hints of Italian sausage and peppers. It was now time to savor every bite.

The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the combination of sausage, roasted peppers, sauce, onions, etc., was truly exceptional.

The chili didn’t deliver a massive kick; instead, it provided a subtle background note that rounded off the dish. Each bite exploded with flavor, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience from start to finish.

Dish Flavour	★★★★★
Appearance	★★★★★
Serving Size	★★★★★
Aroma	★★★★★
Value for Money	★★★★★
MY RATING:	★★★★★

Final Thoughts…

By this point, after my meal, I was quite full, so regrettably, I decided to forgo dessert tonight. As tempting as it was, any additional indulgence might have led to an explosion.

Overall, it was another fantastic visit to Bella Vita, solidifying its place as one of my favorite Italian restaurants.

As mentioned earlier, if you plan to check them out, it’s advisable to call ahead for a booking due to their consistent busyness—a positive indicator.

Feel free to share your order and thoughts when you visit.

Service / Staff	★★★★★
Ambience	★★★★★
Time between Courses	★★★★★
Overall Value for Money	★★★★★
MY OVERALL RATING	★★★★★

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