An Italian Favorite in Reno

Be careful what you wish for: this place is authentic

I’ve looked over a few reviews and found that there seem to be some noisy, unhappy people. These people seem to comprise what I refer to when I’m traveling in Europe as “ugly Americans.” After eating here many times, I can tell you that this is not what most Americans think of when they want “Italian food.” This is nothing like the over-commercialized places you see in advertisements on TV. Having lived years in Italy, and traveled it from Lake Como to Siracusa, I can tell you that this is the type of restaurant you’d find outside the tourist areas in Italy, supported by customers that live nearby in the community. The man and his wife that run the place are Italians and they still act like Italians. And I love it. They are kind, genuine, and hard working. They’ve just made some renovations and the pictures are back on the wall—and if you look close, there are some of the small town where they come from. And I love that too! The food they make is delicious and as true to the authentic flavors as any that I’ve ever tasted outside of Italy. It is as though I’m back in Italy for a meal. The menu is amazingly broad for having the quality that is presented in the various dishes, and considering how we are hundreds of miles from the sea. The prices are more than fair considering the quality and selection of the offerings—in Reno, NV for God’s sake!

Amazing authentic Italian Food. Tastes as good as when we were on our Honeymoon in Venice. Highly recommend!  Even my 5 year old loved the ravioli.  The tea is amazing too!

-Gretchen H.

Delicious food! We have heard friends rave about it, so we tried it out tonight.  We will definitely be back!

-Amber B.

Simply Delicious!

I haven't had pasta like this since I was in Rome. Heavenly!! The owners served and seated us. They were very hospitable and conscientious about the new Covid restrictions.

We were traveling from California and just happened upon Bella Italia by chance. We were just enthralled with service and food. What a treat!

-dalycalifornia

Best Italian Food in Reno

Bella Italia is a family owned Italian Restaurant on South Virginia. By far, it is the best Italian food (made fresh daily) in Reno.

-tccorneil

Hidden Jem

We’ve been to Bella Italia several times in the last year. The service is always excellent with personable, friendly staff. We’ve never had a meal that did not meet and exceed our expectations, with our dinner tonight no exception. You’ll find the wine list to be eclectic and reasonably priced.

Our experiences at Bella Italia always remind us of our culinary discoveries in Italy.

-donv508

Excellent Italian

Bella Italia is family owned, operated and served by the family members. We had called several days earlier for a reservation and given an option of 4:30 or 7:30 PM. We opted for the early reservation and shortly after our arrival the place was very busy. We started with calamari which was excellent. Lightly breaded, crisp and served with a Marinara sauce. I had the chicken parmigiana and my wife had the gnocchi gorgonzola (accompanied with a meat sauce). Both were excellent. Although we did not have dessert, we were advised by friends that their gelato is excellent (available in eight flavors.) Reasonably priced would recommend it very highly if you want authentic Italian food.

-Dan136TN

We only found this place by chance and I'm so glad we did. Our dinners were excellent (homemade pasta) and the Gelato was outstanding. I assume the owners waited on us- they were lovely. This will definitely be on our list every time we are in the area.

-Kathy F.

This is our favorite spot in Reno. The couple that own it are such hard workers and very kind. The food is very authentic. I recommend the ravioli trio and the homemade gelato.

-Trina B.

Best Italian food I've ever had! I had the mushroom ravioli and my husband had the chicken parm. You could tell it was made fresh. We can't wait to go back.

-Heather D.

Delicious food! We have heard friends rave about it, so we tried it out tonight. We will definitely be back!

-Alan T.

Best home cooking Italian style! Love these small places. Soup was outstanding!

-fullgallupfarms

Food was great, but the atmosphere is amazing.

-Tim K.

Love it!  Great food.

-Kathy M.

Really fresh and filling! Good stuff!

-Jeff G.