So disappointing. we came here for my boyfriends birthday. Some of the worst Italian food I’ve had in nyc. My chicken was rubbery and inedible. Sauces were tasteless.
Reuven Ilyayev
Staff wad fast and friendly. Drink orders were taken within minutes of our party sitting down. Bartender individually brought over each drink. No one had any complaints and really enjoyed the cocktails. We pulled the trigger on both appetizers and entrees together, but the restaurant did not bring them out all together which we appreciated. All the food was amazing and tasty with great portions. Dessert was absolutely fabulous. Overall would recommend to a friend as well as would dine here again in the near future.
Kendra Book
My husband and I got married in the area and were looking for a cute, causal, comfortable place to have our rehearsal dinner. Once we found Bella Gioia, we knew we had a winner by ambiance alone, then when we tried the food, we knew Bella was it. We and our guests had the BEST experience. Chef Nico and his team were a dream to work with and gave us great menu and drink options for the event. Our guests were blown away by being given aperol spritzes upon arrival and by the quality (and quantity!) of the food. Everyone raved about the fried burrata, scallops and steak. Thank you Bella Gioia team!! We'll be back :)
mikeywow
The vibe here is so low key. With dimmed lights and decent size for a small party. Out party was size of twenty people. The waiters were so helpful and kind. They start off with warm bread dipped in oil.They spoke Italian too. The food and pizza here was small portions but very filling. The bartender made the most delicious drinks I heard. I definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to travel to Brooklyn for something different.
Tracie Phillips
Its always an excellent experience here at Bella Gioia. From cocktails to the tarte everything is delicious, the servers are warm and carw about your experience. Chef is often seen and comes by about half of my visits to make sure my experience was good. I'm pretty sure he hasn't recognized me yet, but it doesn't stop him for treating everyone like family.My favourite entree is the oxtail ragu Parpadelle, and the gnocchi are also delicious. You really can't go wrong here, though. Try everything!
NYCouple
We really loved Bella Gioia! We hadn't been before, and it was a great choice. We were there early on a Monday evening and it was very quiet, which was a nice bonus. The food was fantastic, everyone loved what they ordered. Of particular note was the amazing butternut squash soup which everyone agreed was the best they'd ever had. So rich and creamy and delicious. Since it was not too busy we had a few nice conversations with the chef, and he explained that the butternut squash, and most all of his vegetables, come from his father's farm in upstate NY. Other notable dishes were the deep-fried burrata appetizer, the beet carpaccio salad, a special of pappardelle with wild boar ragu, and the succulent short rib. Easy to get to, it's right across the street from the R train station at 4th Ave and Union St in Brooklyn. We can't wait to go back.
There's definitely a smell when you enter the restaurant which is probably due to the wood decorations. The oxtail pappardelle was very good. However, the gnocchi were very disappointing. A pan full of tomato sauce with a few gnocchis hidden under a solid layer of cheese. If that's your thing, you may want to share it as the portions were huge. Overall a good dinner but we will try other places next time.
JHM1
Excellent food in a cozy and inviting environment. The owner is a gracious and attentive individual who gave us a wonderful background on Sicilian wines of which we finished off a bottle that was excellent. The oxtail pappardelle and veal piccata were cooked to perfection. The fried buratta appetizer was also delicious. Don't let the modest exterior of this restaurant fool you. Inside you will find authentic Italian cuisine prepared and served in a setting perfect for any special event.
Barnet Sherman
A phenomenal find of a Brooklyn restaurant. Genuine and down to earth.. The N'zalata all Eoliana is a perfect salad. Fresh, thinly sliced fennel, a handful of pine nuts, briny black olives, a smattering of tangy capers, and a topping of crumbly ricotta all combine into a crunchy blend of flavors melding into a crunchy-creamy goodness, each bite refreshing and complex. The Pasta Cu Sarde shouldn't work. Sardines, raisins, pine nuts on freshly-made bucatini pasta? Sounds weird--tastes unbelievably good. The toothy crunch of the pine nuts, soft sweetness of the raisins offsetting the sardine saltiness over the perfectly prepared fresh al dente pasta with a dusting of bread crumbs is the ultimate comfort food. Forkful after forkful of this ultimate goodness...you can't stop. But try to so you can save room for the Viteddu Marsala and green beans. The veal is swathed in a smooth Marsala sauce, with a creamy polenta sharing the plate with the perfectly cooked green beans. Three words: Oh. My God. If you have any room left, go for the Tiramisu and a piping hot glass of cappuccino for dessert. Eh, even if you don't have room , get it anyway. It's delicious spoonful after spoonful of this expresso coffee infused classic. The service is impeccable as it is friendly. What are you waiting for? Go already!
JenniTS
O. M. G. This is amazing! We stopped in because it was cold, close to our hotel and had a nice menu. We weee not disappointed! The ambiance is wonderful, relaxing and smells divine. I had the beet carpaccio (so nicely done) and NY strip steak ...perfectly cooked and the Gorgonzola sauce a perfect add. The fries??? YUMMY! Hubz had the fennel salad (I'm gonna have to try and replicate), the sardine pasta and veal piccata. He was blown away,. The wine list very good and the service wonderful. Next time in Brooklyn we will be back! On the side, the chef came out to answer questions and couldn't have been more sweet. Seriously GO TO THIS RESTAURANT!! We
Angel cooks amazing food all the time. The staff knows the menu and can give great recommendations too. The place is great for dates where you enjoy talking since the ambiance is romantic and with low background music.
BrianW
We went here for New Year's Eve dinner. Food was excellent with generous portions. Tables were well-spaced out. The service was outstanding. We felt like we were guests in their home. It was a lovely evening with good food and good company.
Jason Brown
It was SO tasty and creative. The gnocchi is HIGHLY recommended; as is the oxtail pasta! The servers are very knowledgeable about the menu and you can speak with the chef if you'd like. Their wine selection is pretty comprehensive and the prices are great!
Lissette Lugo
We were just at Bella Gioia. It was a terrible experience. We ordered a drink a bottle of Pelligrino and an appetizer and they charged us $50. When we ordered our dinner they were out of the Short rib. We drove all the way from queens specifically for that. I definitely wouldn’t recommend this place.
Jonjon
Wish I could recommend, but sadly cannot. 4 people, 9 dishes, 2 were pretty good and the rest mediocre to poor. Bread was stale. Salad drenched in oil. Meat was tough. And the place has a weird smell which seemed to get stronger as the evening wore on.
So disappointing. we came here for my boyfriends birthday. Some of the worst Italian food I’ve had in nyc. My chicken was rubbery and inedible. Sauces were tasteless.
Staff wad fast and friendly. Drink orders were taken within minutes of our party sitting down. Bartender individually brought over each drink. No one had any complaints and really enjoyed the cocktails. We pulled the trigger on both appetizers and entrees together, but the restaurant did not bring them out all together which we appreciated. All the food was amazing and tasty with great portions. Dessert was absolutely fabulous. Overall would recommend to a friend as well as would dine here again in the near future.
My husband and I got married in the area and were looking for a cute, causal, comfortable place to have our rehearsal dinner. Once we found Bella Gioia, we knew we had a winner by ambiance alone, then when we tried the food, we knew Bella was it. We and our guests had the BEST experience. Chef Nico and his team were a dream to work with and gave us great menu and drink options for the event. Our guests were blown away by being given aperol spritzes upon arrival and by the quality (and quantity!) of the food. Everyone raved about the fried burrata, scallops and steak. Thank you Bella Gioia team!! We'll be back :)
The vibe here is so low key. With dimmed lights and decent size for a small party. Out party was size of twenty people. The waiters were so helpful and kind. They start off with warm bread dipped in oil.They spoke Italian too. The food and pizza here was small portions but very filling. The bartender made the most delicious drinks I heard. I definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to travel to Brooklyn for something different.
Its always an excellent experience here at Bella Gioia. From cocktails to the tarte everything is delicious, the servers are warm and carw about your experience. Chef is often seen and comes by about half of my visits to make sure my experience was good. I'm pretty sure he hasn't recognized me yet, but it doesn't stop him for treating everyone like family.My favourite entree is the oxtail ragu Parpadelle, and the gnocchi are also delicious. You really can't go wrong here, though. Try everything!
We really loved Bella Gioia! We hadn't been before, and it was a great choice. We were there early on a Monday evening and it was very quiet, which was a nice bonus. The food was fantastic, everyone loved what they ordered. Of particular note was the amazing butternut squash soup which everyone agreed was the best they'd ever had. So rich and creamy and delicious. Since it was not too busy we had a few nice conversations with the chef, and he explained that the butternut squash, and most all of his vegetables, come from his father's farm in upstate NY. Other notable dishes were the deep-fried burrata appetizer, the beet carpaccio salad, a special of pappardelle with wild boar ragu, and the succulent short rib. Easy to get to, it's right across the street from the R train station at 4th Ave and Union St in Brooklyn. We can't wait to go back.
There's definitely a smell when you enter the restaurant which is probably due to the wood decorations. The oxtail pappardelle was very good. However, the gnocchi were very disappointing. A pan full of tomato sauce with a few gnocchis hidden under a solid layer of cheese. If that's your thing, you may want to share it as the portions were huge. Overall a good dinner but we will try other places next time.
Excellent food in a cozy and inviting environment. The owner is a gracious and attentive individual who gave us a wonderful background on Sicilian wines of which we finished off a bottle that was excellent. The oxtail pappardelle and veal piccata were cooked to perfection. The fried buratta appetizer was also delicious. Don't let the modest exterior of this restaurant fool you. Inside you will find authentic Italian cuisine prepared and served in a setting perfect for any special event.
A phenomenal find of a Brooklyn restaurant. Genuine and down to earth.. The N'zalata all Eoliana is a perfect salad. Fresh, thinly sliced fennel, a handful of pine nuts, briny black olives, a smattering of tangy capers, and a topping of crumbly ricotta all combine into a crunchy blend of flavors melding into a crunchy-creamy goodness, each bite refreshing and complex. The Pasta Cu Sarde shouldn't work. Sardines, raisins, pine nuts on freshly-made bucatini pasta? Sounds weird--tastes unbelievably good. The toothy crunch of the pine nuts, soft sweetness of the raisins offsetting the sardine saltiness over the perfectly prepared fresh al dente pasta with a dusting of bread crumbs is the ultimate comfort food. Forkful after forkful of this ultimate goodness...you can't stop. But try to so you can save room for the Viteddu Marsala and green beans. The veal is swathed in a smooth Marsala sauce, with a creamy polenta sharing the plate with the perfectly cooked green beans. Three words: Oh. My God. If you have any room left, go for the Tiramisu and a piping hot glass of cappuccino for dessert. Eh, even if you don't have room , get it anyway. It's delicious spoonful after spoonful of this expresso coffee infused classic. The service is impeccable as it is friendly. What are you waiting for? Go already!
O. M. G. This is amazing! We stopped in because it was cold, close to our hotel and had a nice menu. We weee not disappointed! The ambiance is wonderful, relaxing and smells divine. I had the beet carpaccio (so nicely done) and NY strip steak ...perfectly cooked and the Gorgonzola sauce a perfect add. The fries??? YUMMY! Hubz had the fennel salad (I'm gonna have to try and replicate), the sardine pasta and veal piccata. He was blown away,. The wine list very good and the service wonderful. Next time in Brooklyn we will be back! On the side, the chef came out to answer questions and couldn't have been more sweet. Seriously GO TO THIS RESTAURANT!! We
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Angel cooks amazing food all the time. The staff knows the menu and can give great recommendations too. The place is great for dates where you enjoy talking since the ambiance is romantic and with low background music.
We went here for New Year's Eve dinner. Food was excellent with generous portions. Tables were well-spaced out. The service was outstanding. We felt like we were guests in their home. It was a lovely evening with good food and good company.
It was SO tasty and creative. The gnocchi is HIGHLY recommended; as is the oxtail pasta! The servers are very knowledgeable about the menu and you can speak with the chef if you'd like. Their wine selection is pretty comprehensive and the prices are great!
We were just at Bella Gioia. It was a terrible experience. We ordered a drink a bottle of Pelligrino and an appetizer and they charged us $50. When we ordered our dinner they were out of the Short rib. We drove all the way from queens specifically for that. I definitely wouldn’t recommend this place.
Wish I could recommend, but sadly cannot. 4 people, 9 dishes, 2 were pretty good and the rest mediocre to poor. Bread was stale. Salad drenched in oil. Meat was tough. And the place has a weird smell which seemed to get stronger as the evening wore on.
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