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Tampa Map: Bella's Italian CafeBella's Italian Cafe Frommer's Highly Recommended

Cuisine Italian
Hours Mon-Wed 11:30am-11:30pm; Thurs 11:30am-12:30am; Fri 11:30am-1:30am; Sat 4pm-1:30am; Sun 4-11:30pm
Address
1413 S. Howard Ave
Location Hyde Park
Reservations Reservations recommended
Phone 813/254-3355
Web site www.bellasitaliancafe.com
Prices Main courses $13-$20; pizza $8-$12
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

While trendy restaurants in this area come and go, Bella's has been open for more than 20 years and for good reason. A casual, rustic ambience with a wood-fired oven and indoor and outdoor seating attract a sophisticated crowd of foodies of all ages. The restaurant's authentic Italian fare is delicious, from the paper-thin carpaccio with garlic, olives, capers, and basil, to the old-fashioned spaghetti and meatballs. You can also create your own combination of pasta and sauce, choosing from a large list of options, or just order a pizza cooked in the oak-burning oven. Executive Chef and co-owner Joanie Corneil studied cooking in Italy, and you can tell. For those who like a strong drink with their dinner, the Bellarita is a popular potion of Conmemorativo tequila and Grand Marnier. On second thought, save that for after dinner so you can at least appreciate your meal as it's going down!

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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