Love the cozy local vibe yet authentic Italian experience. We’ve been several times and really enjoy this place- one of the best in Charlevoix-Boyne region. My only wish is to add Italian-style pizzas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
margaret lipps
Best Italian restaurant in northern Michigan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Randy Hanson
Very pleasant experience. The food was amazing and Nate our waiter made us feel welcome. We'll definitely be returning.
sandraknight1
Absolutely fantastic in every way, the perfect place for our anniversary dinner. Starting with the food: Exceptional! I loved the Bucatini Bolognese, and thankfully, the serving was generous. My husband enjoyed the Pollo Piccata, and it was delicious, too (yes, I admit I had a few bites 😋). The entrees included and were preceded by a fresh salad and crusty, warm bread. Bella Vita’s interior is quite simple but tasteful, with starched white tablecloths. Our server, Laura, a delight — knowledgeable, extremely friendly and attentive, always with her big smile. Even other patrons seated nearby were friendly and clearly love this gem of a small restaurant. We concluded the meal with the (chocolate mint) housemade Gelato, so you’ll definitely want to save a bit of room. Bravo, Bella Vita! Can’t wait to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Carpenter
From entering to leaving, the experience was beyond what we expected.
We read it was a hidden gem, and that is an understatement when you being helped by Loagen.
She was amazing! She spent time with us, explaining the menu, the drinks, the sauces and restaurant itself.
The food was stellar… we had the chicken piccata, the lasagna, the Alfredo with mushrooms and the amazing Carbonara.
There wasn’t a thing wrong and when we come back to the area, it will be the first stop
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keith McCarty
We were traveling through the area and a local recommended this amazing place! We sat at the bar and owner Matt was the bar tender! He gave great suggestions on the food and our meal was excellent! His wife Kelly gave us some ideas on areas to visit while in town and we were able to see some places that were not on our list. If you are traveling in Northern Michigan, this is a must! You know if it is full of locals, it has to be the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Suzanne George
Best food in Northern Michigan. Period! Get the walleye or the pasta :)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Thompson
This is a must for people who like Italian food. Me and my wife Travel to the Petoskey/Boyne area every year for our Anniversary and this place has been #1 on our list ever since we started this tradition. Everything is made in-house. The food is top-teir. The service is top-teir and the vibe is 1950's country club. The vast majority of patrons are senior citizens but they probably have been coming here for decades, which is aa testament to their food and service. The waiters/waitresses even know many of the patrons by name and remember their past experiences with them. Give this a shot, you will not be disappointed you did.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tad Hepler
wonderful service, great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michelle Nguyen
While the entrees are all delicious I also recommend the Cambozola to start and the in-house made gelato!!
Had two wonderful dinners last week and had nothing less than great experiences each time. The walleye is always recommended, even if the preparation changes, and the lasagna is delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Burchfield
Good food but overpriced and not worth the wait. Waited an hour for the meal ordered, which was pretty good but not worth $31 for pasta.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Corbin Hubble
Awsome people here 11/10 server Matt's the best
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ellie Esford
Insanely good food and the best espresso martini I have ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bill Clutter
Such an amazing meal…from the Cambozola e Aglio and Carpaccio to the Fettuccine Alfredo con Fungi and Luccio Bella Vita completely knocked it out of the park for my wife’s birthday dinner…🙌🏻 Thanks again! Will see you again soon! Maybe we will save some room for dessert 😵💫
Love the cozy local vibe yet authentic Italian experience. We’ve been several times and really enjoy this place- one of the best in Charlevoix-Boyne region. My only wish is to add Italian-style pizzas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Italian restaurant in northern Michigan
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very pleasant experience. The food was amazing and Nate our waiter made us feel welcome. We'll definitely be returning.
Absolutely fantastic in every way, the perfect place for our anniversary dinner. Starting with the food: Exceptional! I loved the Bucatini Bolognese, and thankfully, the serving was generous. My husband enjoyed the Pollo Piccata, and it was delicious, too (yes, I admit I had a few bites 😋). The entrees included and were preceded by a fresh salad and crusty, warm bread. Bella Vita’s interior is quite simple but tasteful, with starched white tablecloths. Our server, Laura, a delight — knowledgeable, extremely friendly and attentive, always with her big smile. Even other patrons seated nearby were friendly and clearly love this gem of a small restaurant. We concluded the meal with the (chocolate mint) housemade Gelato, so you’ll definitely want to save a bit of room. Bravo, Bella Vita! Can’t wait to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
From entering to leaving, the experience was beyond what we expected.
We read it was a hidden gem, and that is an understatement when you being helped by Loagen.
She was amazing! She spent time with us, explaining the menu, the drinks, the sauces and restaurant itself.
The food was stellar… we had the chicken piccata, the lasagna, the Alfredo with mushrooms and the amazing Carbonara.
There wasn’t a thing wrong and when we come back to the area, it will be the first stop
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were traveling through the area and a local recommended this amazing place!
We sat at the bar and owner Matt was the bar tender! He gave great suggestions on the food and our meal was excellent! His wife Kelly gave us some ideas on areas to visit while in town and we were able to see some places that were not on our list.
If you are traveling in Northern Michigan, this is a must! You know if it is full of locals, it has to be the best!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best food in Northern Michigan. Period! Get the walleye or the pasta :)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a must for people who like Italian food. Me and my wife Travel to the Petoskey/Boyne area every year for our Anniversary and this place has been #1 on our list ever since we started this tradition. Everything is made in-house. The food is top-teir. The service is top-teir and the vibe is 1950's country club. The vast majority of patrons are senior citizens but they probably have been coming here for decades, which is aa testament to their food and service. The waiters/waitresses even know many of the patrons by name and remember their past experiences with them. Give this a shot, you will not be disappointed you did.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
wonderful service, great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
While the entrees are all delicious I also recommend the Cambozola to start and the in-house made gelato!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Had two wonderful dinners last week and had nothing less than great experiences each time. The walleye is always recommended, even if the preparation changes, and the lasagna is delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good food but overpriced and not worth the wait. Waited an hour for the meal ordered, which was pretty good but not worth $31 for pasta.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Awsome people here 11/10 server
Matt's the best
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Insanely good food and the best espresso martini I have ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such an amazing meal…from the Cambozola e Aglio and Carpaccio to the Fettuccine Alfredo con Fungi and Luccio Bella Vita completely knocked it out of the park for my wife’s birthday dinner…🙌🏻
Thanks again! Will see you again soon!
Maybe we will save some room for dessert 😵💫
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Carpaccio, White Fish
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