Authentic Italian, Every Bite

Handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and recipes passed down through generations — served with love since 1987.

35+
Years of Tradition
200
Seats Available
4.9
Google Rating
50+
Menu Items
A Family Tradition Since 1987

A Family Tradition Since 1987

Bella Vista was founded by Marco and Rosa Conti, who brought their grandmother's recipes from Naples to share with the world. Every dish is made fresh daily using imported Italian ingredients — our pasta is hand-rolled each morning, our sauces simmer for hours, and our pizza dough ferments for 48 hours for that perfect crust. We believe food is love, and every plate that leaves our kitchen carries that tradition.

Our Menu

All dishes are prepared fresh daily with locally sourced ingredients

Antipasti

Start your journey the Italian way

Bruschetta al Pomodoro

Chef's FavoriteVegan

Grilled sourdough, heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil

$12

Burrata con Prosciutto

GF

Creamy burrata, 24-month aged prosciutto di Parma, truffle honey

$18

Calamari Fritti

Crispy fried squid, lemon aioli, marinara sauce

$14

Pasta

All pasta is made fresh in-house daily

Spaghetti alle Vongole

Signature

Fresh clams, garlic, white wine, parsley, EVOO

$24

Rigatoni all'Amatriciana

Guanciale, San Marzano tomatoes, Pecorino Romano

$22

Pappardelle al Cinghiale

Seasonal

Wild boar ragù, porcini mushrooms, rosemary

$26

Pizza

Wood-fired at 900°F for the perfect Neapolitan crust

Margherita DOP

ClassicV

San Marzano tomato, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil

$18

Tartufo e Funghi

PopularV

Truffle cream, mixed mushrooms, fontina, fresh thyme

$24

What Our Guests Say

The best Italian food outside of Italy. Marco's pasta is extraordinary — we come every week!

S

Sarah M.

Regular Guest

Perfect for anniversaries and special occasions. The staff makes you feel like family.

D

David & Emma K.

Anniversary Dinner

Outstanding quality ingredients. You can taste the difference in every bite.

C

Chef Antonio R.

Food Critic

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Address

42 Olive Street, Little Italy, NY 10013