its been a year and a half since I have been here yet their food still tastes excellent! The calamari is the best appetizer you can get in my opinion. I loved the marinara sauce that came with it. I ordered some type of truffle pasta and they did not skip out on the truffle!! Biggest amount of truffle I have seen a restaurant give. My dad ordered a shrimp type of pasta and that was also delectable. For a dessert, we ordered the chocolate tart and it was so good!! This restaurant is on the pricer side yet still amazing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mina Noh
its been a year and a half since I have been here yet their food still tastes excellent! The calamari is the best appetizer you can get in my opinion. I loved the marinara sauce that came with it. I ordered some type of truffle pasta and they did not skip out on the truffle!! Biggest amount of truffle I have seen a restaurant give. My dad ordered a shrimp type of pasta and that was also delectable. For a dessert, we ordered the chocolate tart and it was so good!! This restaurant is on the pricer side yet still amazing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sevval Guner
My husband and I love trying out new restaurants. We especially enjoy trying out the meals of private chefs around Los Angeles. We are quite picky and fair when it comes to evaluating food. For Valentine's Day, we took a risk and decided to try out Bello for the first time. And we couldn't be happier. It was extraordinary. Now, I will share with you the things we tried. Before ordering, we were served 6 pieces of sourdough bread with amazing olive oil. Then for Antipasti, we ordered the Polpo. Fried Octopus. The portion size was larger than usual, almost too filling for 2 person. We ordered Tagliolini Al Tartufo and Costolette Agnello. The Tagliolini was enchanting. It got better with every bite. The truffle mushrooms on top added an amazing flavor. The Costolette Agnello was something else. Served with eggplant and a lightly sweet sauce on top. We normally don't like the smell of lamb, but the lamb chops were not smelly at all and were incredibly tender. Imagine the most beautiful lamb chop you can eat. For dessert, we chose tiramisu and got the panna cotta to go. The tiramisu was the perfect ending to the meal. It was simply amazing. We will definitely be coming back to this place regularly. Chef Sandro Nardone of Bello excites us incredibly! We are gonna closely follow him.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
s Shahian
Small portions, weird bread / focaccia, forgetful servers small portions of olive oil .the Cesar salad needed more flavor and the Romaine leaves were from the core Mayb more leafy greens and MORE dressing . This place needs some help .
Faith Nouri
We totally enjoyed our pasta. We just came back from Italy so we wanted to taste more Italian food and the pasta did it. Pizza was ok. Salad was good and my daughter enjoyed her calamari and said it tasted like Italy. So thank
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Joyce Pekala
Arrogant waiters without great service. Mushy tiramisu. Lasagna without red sauce dripping in white cheese mushy noodles. Nice wall covering graphics. Way over priced. If you bring your own wine they charge $30 per bottle to open it. I was there six people for a birthday lunch. Very disappointing. $70 per person at lunch and we shared entrees. Four cocktails for six people. Never coming back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Panna Cotta
Edit Davoodian
If I could give 2 times 5 star to the service I would. Beside the food is amazing the staff and managment are why this place stands out. We were a group of six had reservation for last hour for our company dinner and when the checkout time comes our company cards were not working we were stressed with a big bill while the restaurant was about to close but thankfully they were so understanding that they stayed as much as we needed to call for our gift card investigation. We are so grateful for the whole experience that nigh and will definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eugene H.
A Delightful Italian Feast at Bello by Sandro NardoneMy recent visit to Bello by Sandro Nardone was nothing short of exceptional, a true testament to the art of Italian cuisine. The menu, brimming with a variety of tantalizing options, made the selection a delightful challenge. My choice of lasagna was a revelation, each layer exuding the rich, comforting essence of Italy. Similarly impressive was the Margherita pizza - a classic dish that Bello elevates to new heights. Its flavors were a harmonious blend of fresh, quality ingredients, epitomizing the essence of Italian cooking.But the surprises didn't end there. The calamari was a crispy delight, and the fried pizza was an awe-inspiring culinary spectacle, both in size and taste. Initially, I had reservations about the portion sizes, but to my pleasant surprise, they were generously sized, ensuring a satisfying meal.What truly set Bello apart, though, was the extraordinary level of service. The staff was not only swift in their service but also exceptionally friendly, making the dining experience feel personal and welcoming. This, coupled with the restaurant's high-end, classy atmosphere, created an ambience that was both elegant and comfortable.In terms of value, the food costs at Bello are perfectly aligned with the quality provided. It's a rare find where the price truly reflects the exceptional quality of the food and the overall dining experience.In conclusion, Bello by Sandro Nardone is a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic and high-quality Italian dining experience. The exquisite food, coupled with the top-notch service and elegant atmosphere, makes for an unforgettable culinary journey. Highly recommended!
Robert
Food is really good. Portions are a little small. Pizza is thin so tends to get wet.
Jenny L.
Drinks, food and ambiance was lovely. Uni pasta was the reason we left the Ritz to come. It wasn't too heavy and I wanted 2 more balls of this pasta I wont lie. My man's Diablo pizza was awesome too. Perfect dough and very very taste and not a bad price . A meal for 2 with a couple cocktails will run a pretty penny but worth it for a special night out! Crispy bread served in the beginning and we had the calamari and shishito peppers for appetizer. Very good!
This is my fav Italian place, been a few times. It's the most authentic I've been to in OC.I've been to Florence and the pizza is legit identical to gusta pizza down there.Jarred was an amazing waiter and he's probably the best server I have ever had. And I go out to eat all the time. Very attentive, very knowledgeable, but also elegant and self aware, as it was a business dinner.Go here.
Elisa G.
I was super excited to try this restaurant, and we got all dressed up for our dinner out on the town. It's in a parking lot so there's no need to wear your fancy clothes. I ordered octopus and it was way too chewy so I sent it back. The best part of our meal was the hamachi crudo which had a delicious sauce. The black cod was perfect cooked but the sauce was not very attractive and I think it detracted from the dish. I was not crazy about the broccoli or cabbage underneath. Overall, I'd say 3.5 stars because of the parking lot vibe but I will give them four stars.
Lin M.
The norcia truffle pasta was really good, the margherita pizza and panna cotta were ok! Nice place for a date night but music was kinda loud and club like, but maybe I'm just getting old haha. Fun to try, may come back for just the truffle pasta.Parking is easy, service was standard for the price point.
Shanar Shalchitousi
Rude and disrespectful customer service. I will 100% NOT be going there again. My advice to you is to choose another restaurant.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Hoda Khaledi
Ive never experienced more terrible customer service in my life. They were rude and disrespectful AFTER they spilled something on my friends coat. Going to that restaurant ruined me and my girls night and I would definitely NOT recommend going there.
its been a year and a half since I have been here yet their food still tastes excellent! The calamari is the best appetizer you can get in my opinion. I loved the marinara sauce that came with it. I ordered some type of truffle pasta and they did not skip out on the truffle!! Biggest amount of truffle I have seen a restaurant give. My dad ordered a shrimp type of pasta and that was also delectable. For a dessert, we ordered the chocolate tart and it was so good!! This restaurant is on the pricer side yet still amazing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
its been a year and a half since I have been here yet their food still tastes excellent! The calamari is the best appetizer you can get in my opinion. I loved the marinara sauce that came with it. I ordered some type of truffle pasta and they did not skip out on the truffle!! Biggest amount of truffle I have seen a restaurant give. My dad ordered a shrimp type of pasta and that was also delectable. For a dessert, we ordered the chocolate tart and it was so good!! This restaurant is on the pricer side yet still amazing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I love trying out new restaurants. We especially enjoy trying out the meals of private chefs around Los Angeles. We are quite picky and fair when it comes to evaluating food. For Valentine's Day, we took a risk and decided to try out Bello for the first time. And we couldn't be happier. It was extraordinary. Now, I will share with you the things we tried. Before ordering, we were served 6 pieces of sourdough bread with amazing olive oil. Then for Antipasti, we ordered the Polpo. Fried Octopus. The portion size was larger than usual, almost too filling for 2 person. We ordered Tagliolini Al Tartufo and Costolette Agnello. The Tagliolini was enchanting. It got better with every bite. The truffle mushrooms on top added an amazing flavor. The Costolette Agnello was something else. Served with eggplant and a lightly sweet sauce on top. We normally don't like the smell of lamb, but the lamb chops were not smelly at all and were incredibly tender. Imagine the most beautiful lamb chop you can eat. For dessert, we chose tiramisu and got the panna cotta to go. The tiramisu was the perfect ending to the meal. It was simply amazing. We will definitely be coming back to this place regularly. Chef Sandro Nardone of Bello excites us incredibly! We are gonna closely follow him.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Small portions, weird bread / focaccia, forgetful servers small portions of olive oil .the Cesar salad needed more flavor and the Romaine leaves were from the core Mayb more leafy greens and MORE dressing . This place needs some help .
We totally enjoyed our pasta. We just came back from Italy so we wanted to taste more Italian food and the pasta did it. Pizza was ok. Salad was good and my daughter enjoyed her calamari and said it tasted like Italy. So thank
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Arrogant waiters without great service. Mushy tiramisu. Lasagna without red sauce dripping in white cheese mushy noodles. Nice wall covering graphics. Way over priced. If you bring your own wine they charge $30 per bottle to open it. I was there six people for a birthday lunch. Very disappointing. $70 per person at lunch and we shared entrees. Four cocktails for six people. Never coming back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Panna Cotta
If I could give 2 times 5 star to the service I would. Beside the food is amazing the staff and managment are why this place stands out. We were a group of six had reservation for last hour for our company dinner and when the checkout time comes our company cards were not working we were stressed with a big bill while the restaurant was about to close but thankfully they were so understanding that they stayed as much as we needed to call for our gift card investigation. We are so grateful for the whole experience that nigh and will definitely go back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A Delightful Italian Feast at Bello by Sandro NardoneMy recent visit to Bello by Sandro Nardone was nothing short of exceptional, a true testament to the art of Italian cuisine. The menu, brimming with a variety of tantalizing options, made the selection a delightful challenge. My choice of lasagna was a revelation, each layer exuding the rich, comforting essence of Italy. Similarly impressive was the Margherita pizza - a classic dish that Bello elevates to new heights. Its flavors were a harmonious blend of fresh, quality ingredients, epitomizing the essence of Italian cooking.But the surprises didn't end there. The calamari was a crispy delight, and the fried pizza was an awe-inspiring culinary spectacle, both in size and taste. Initially, I had reservations about the portion sizes, but to my pleasant surprise, they were generously sized, ensuring a satisfying meal.What truly set Bello apart, though, was the extraordinary level of service. The staff was not only swift in their service but also exceptionally friendly, making the dining experience feel personal and welcoming. This, coupled with the restaurant's high-end, classy atmosphere, created an ambience that was both elegant and comfortable.In terms of value, the food costs at Bello are perfectly aligned with the quality provided. It's a rare find where the price truly reflects the exceptional quality of the food and the overall dining experience.In conclusion, Bello by Sandro Nardone is a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic and high-quality Italian dining experience. The exquisite food, coupled with the top-notch service and elegant atmosphere, makes for an unforgettable culinary journey. Highly recommended!
Food is really good. Portions are a little small. Pizza is thin so tends to get wet.
Drinks, food and ambiance was lovely. Uni pasta was the reason we left the Ritz to come. It wasn't too heavy and I wanted 2 more balls of this pasta I wont lie. My man's Diablo pizza was awesome too. Perfect dough and very very taste and not a bad price . A meal for 2 with a couple cocktails will run a pretty penny but worth it for a special night out! Crispy bread served in the beginning and we had the calamari and shishito peppers for appetizer. Very good!
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This is my fav Italian place, been a few times. It's the most authentic I've been to in OC.I've been to Florence and the pizza is legit identical to gusta pizza down there.Jarred was an amazing waiter and he's probably the best server I have ever had. And I go out to eat all the time. Very attentive, very knowledgeable, but also elegant and self aware, as it was a business dinner.Go here.
I was super excited to try this restaurant, and we got all dressed up for our dinner out on the town. It's in a parking lot so there's no need to wear your fancy clothes. I ordered octopus and it was way too chewy so I sent it back. The best part of our meal was the hamachi crudo which had a delicious sauce. The black cod was perfect cooked but the sauce was not very attractive and I think it detracted from the dish. I was not crazy about the broccoli or cabbage underneath. Overall, I'd say 3.5 stars because of the parking lot vibe but I will give them four stars.
The norcia truffle pasta was really good, the margherita pizza and panna cotta were ok! Nice place for a date night but music was kinda loud and club like, but maybe I'm just getting old haha. Fun to try, may come back for just the truffle pasta.Parking is easy, service was standard for the price point.
Rude and disrespectful customer service. I will 100% NOT be going there again. My advice to you is to choose another restaurant.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Ive never experienced more terrible customer service in my life. They were rude and disrespectful AFTER they spilled something on my friends coat. Going to that restaurant ruined me and my girls night and I would definitely NOT recommend going there.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1