
Bella Italia - York
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About Bella Italia - York
Bella Italia - York is a restaurant at 89 Low Petergate in York, near York Minster in the main shopping centre. A braille menu is available for guests who read braille, so they can read the choices for themselves. The kitchen cooks a traditional Lasagne and a Carbonara topped with crispy bacon, alongside a pizza range and pasta dishes. Garlic butter fries with cheese come as a side to share around the table. The drinks list includes Bella cocktails and mocktails. Desserts are made for sharing, and gelato is on offer for anyone who wants something lighter. A lunch special rounds out the menu for midday visits.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pasta dishes, garlic butter fries, pizza and marco polo duck.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention pasta dishes, garlic butter fries, pizza and marco polo duck.
Customer Review Summary
The recurring complaint is thin. One lunch review found the spaghetti bolognese small for an adult portion with a thin sauce, wanted vegetables in the spicy sausage pasta, and called the waiter abrupt and rude, which spoiled an otherwise tasty calzone and meat feast pizza. Another reviewer called the prices understandable for the quality. A birthday table that was sung happy birthday closes the picture.
Customer Review Summary
The recurring complaint is thin. One lunch review found the spaghetti bolognese small for an adult portion with a thin sauce, wanted vegetables in the spicy sausage pasta, and called the waiter abrupt and rude, which spoiled an otherwise tasty calzone and meat feast pizza. Another reviewer called the prices understandable for the quality. A birthday table that was sung happy birthday closes the picture.
Featured reviews
- Dulcie
“I come here often, it’s one of my favourite places to eat. Our server Ash was lovely to us, he welcomed us in with options of seating and took our order promptly. He made sure to take note of any substitutions and made sure we got everything we wanted. He was attentive all night and was polite to everyone near us too. He is a credit to the restaurant. It’s not too expensive but it’s not exactly cheap. However for the quality of the food, it’s an. understandable price. The pizza is always fresh and delicious, the pasta is always cooked wonderfully. I recommend the prawn starter, it’s beautiful.”
- Sam Wrench
“Lea was great. When our 3 year old was unreasonably demanding a “little fork” Lea sourced one for us and when also being asked by one of my children to go choose toppings themselves for their ice cream, Lea was happy to oblige. Great service, great offers and food everyone enjoyed which is rare for 2 picky young children.”
- Clarisa
“Had lunch here, ordered calzone, meat feast pizza, spicy sausage pasta and spaghetti bolognese which were all tasty, with the exception of the spaghetti which for an adult portion seemed small and sauce thin. Also the spicy sausage pasta could of done with some peppers or other veg in the dish . What completely let down the meal was the service from a very abrupt waiter. Definitely not in a rush to go back to be treated like this. Disappointed that service was rude after other good reviews on it.”
- Gabriela Staniszewska
“What a lovely meal we had here with our 2 small children. We partook of the “kids eat free” offer and the lovely Shaban made the experience top notch. Our children laughed so much at his jokes. They are still talking about how funny he was. Thank you for making an ordinary night a great time 🙏”
- Gina Maria Manchego
“Wonderful place for a meal. Can’t beat the nine pound lunch special, there were great options for both food and drink. Wait staff were so pleasant and attentive. Ash asked about my food allergies when we sat down to ensure my meal was perfect for my dietary needs. Restaurant was also quaint, clean and welcoming. My husband and I will definitely be back soon. Thanks, Bella Italia!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Located close to the famous York Minster Cathedral in the main shopping centre of picturesque York, Bella Italia is the perfect spot to relax and unwind with friends and family. Take a break from sightseeing, or a pitstop on a shopping spree, to join us for our authentic and delicious dishes. Why not try our traditional Lasagne, our twist on Italian classic Carbonara topped with crispy bacon or our pizza range - all coming with carefully thought out ingredients and all fresh! Enjoy the colourful Bella cocktails with friends or indulge your sweet tooth with one of our many tasty treats, delicious Desserts - perfect for sharing or our stunning Gelato (ice cream). We've got something delizioso for everyone!”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Popular for solo dining
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Accepts reservations
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Offerings· 11
- Alcohol
- Braille menu
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dining options· 5
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 3
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Highlights· 3
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 3
- Casual
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Planning· 1
- Dinner reservations recommended
Location
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- York Minster Refectory4.33860.1 miWheelchair accessible
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Italia - YorkVegan options · Vegetarian options · Wheelchair accessible | 4.32,597 | — | pasta dishes, garlic butter fries, pizza |
| The Yak and Yeti Gurkha Restaurant | 4.71,060 | 0 mi | momo dumplings, chilli momos, chow mein |
| York Minster RefectoryWheelchair accessible | 4.3386 | 0.1 mi | minster views, private dining room weddings, sunday lunch roast |
| Los MorosWheelchair accessible | 4.6693 | 0.1 mi | baked cauliflower, lamb, hummus |
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