Bella Notte
Bella Notte
hand breaded fior di latte mozzarella w/ warm marinara, basil pesto oil
fresh zucchini "fries" w/ chipotle aioli
fresh fior di latte mozzarella w/ roma tomatoes, fresh basil, basil oil, evoo & balsamic reduction
topped w/ arrabiata sauce & baked w/ mozzarella & provolone, served w/ housemade ciabatta bread
three grilled breads, two topped w/ roma tomatoes, basil pesto, fresh basil, parmesan & balsamic reduction & one topped w/ warm gorgonzola & pistachio honey
w/ herb focaccia croutons
w/ cranberry mascarpone, orange cured kale, candied bacon pecan crumble & pomegranate sherry gastrique
marsala mushroom cream sauce, tobacco onions & herb grilled focaccia
balsamic marinated w/ creamed spinach, roasted red pepper coulis & goat cheese
w/ roasted gold beets, fresh mozzarella, pomegranate, evoo & balsamic honey reduction
w/ chicken, bacon & sun-dried tomatoes
w/ lemon crema & housemade garlic croutons
fresh chopped lettuces, roma tomatoes, sliced red onions, garlic toasted croutons, kalamata olives, pepperoncini & parmesan w/ signature balsamic vinaigrette
chopped romaine tossed to order w/ Caesar dressing, shaved parmesan & garlic toasted croutons
fresh chopped lettuces, roma tomatoes, gorgonzola, grilled asparagus, toasted pine nuts & our signature balsamic vinaigrette
fresh fish, clams, shrimp & calamari w/ spicy arrabiata sauce, clam broth, grilled ciabatta bread & grilled lemon
grilled chicken, bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, crushed red chilies & gorgonzola cream sauce
grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh broccoli, garlic, basil, toasted pine nuts & lemon butter sauce
hand breaded chicken breast w/ mozzarella & provolone cheese & basil over spaghetti & fresh marinara
sausage, mushrooms & toasted garlic cream sauce w/ crushed red chilies, parmesan & chives
crumbled sausage, spicy pork & pepperoni ragout, mozzarella & provolone, pickled fresno chilies & fresh basil
grilled chicken, kalamata olives, chives, toasted pine nuts & butter sauce
fresh asparagus, roma tomatoes, lemon juice, parsley & vodka cream sauce
prepared in the Roman tradition w/ parmesan, nutmeg & parsley
creamy basil pesto w/ roma tomatoes, toasted pine nuts & parmesan cheese
marinara w/ crushed chilies, chili infused oil, basil & lemon juice
an Italian classic staple w/ choice of sauce
cheese stuffed tubular pasta w/ choice of sauce
3 layers of herbs & cheeses w/ choice of sauce
fresh fish, clams, shrimp & calamari w/ spicy arrabiata sauce, clam broth, grilled ciabatta bread & grilled lemon
grilled chicken, bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, crushed red chilies & gorgonzola cream sauce
grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh broccoli, garlic, basil, toasted pine nuts & lemon butter sauce
hand breaded chicken breast w/ mozzarella & provolone cheese & basil over spaghetti & fresh marinara
sausage, mushrooms & toasted garlic cream sauce w/ crushed red chilies, parmesan & chives
crumbled sausage, spicy pork & pepperoni ragout, mozzarella & provolone, pickled fresno chilies & fresh basil
grilled chicken, kalamata olives, chives, toasted pine nuts & butter sauce
fresh asparagus, roma tomatoes, lemon juice, parsley & vodka cream sauce
prepared in the Roman tradition w/ parmesan, nutmeg & parsley
creamy basil pesto w/ roma tomatoes, toasted pine nuts & parmesan cheese
marinara w/ crushed chilies, chili infused oil, basil & lemon juice
an Italian classic staple w/ choice of sauce
cheese stuffed tubular pasta w/ choice of sauce
3 layers of herbs & cheeses w/ choice of sauce
always fresh, sustainably fished & line caught, cut in-house, grilled or signature spice blackened served w/ choice of side
fresh Atlantic salmon, cut in-house, grilled or signature spice blackened w/ choice of side
w/ capers, garlic, oregano, lemon juice, evoo & served w/ green beans almandine
grilled half pound hamburger w/ grilled pepper bacon from Stone Cross Farm, bleu cheese mayo, lettuce, diced roma tomatoes, crispy onions & smoky BBQ sauce on a fresh baked brioche bun served w/ choice of side
8 ounce in-house butchered center cut beef tenderloin, grilled w/ house marinade or signature spice blackened w/ choice of two sides
4 ounce in-house butchered center cut beef tenderloin, grilled w/ house marinade or signature spice blackened w/ choice of two sides
12 ounce shoulder chop from Stone Cross Farm, brined 24 hours & peppered w/ choice of side
veal, pork & ricotta meatloaf w/ spicy tomato jam & choice of side
wood fire grilled chicken breasts over fettuccine w/ mushroom marsala cream sauce
layered w/ fresh sage leaves & La Quercia prosciutto, wood fire grilled & served w/ creamy parmesan orzo pasta, grilled asparagus & roma tomatoes
floured & lightly fried Chicken, served w/ capellini pasta & caper lemon butter sauce
diver sea scallops served w/ white wine cream sauce, roasted shallots, diced tomatoes and chili flakes
espresso & brandy soaked ladyfingers w/ sweetened mascarpone mouse, dusted w/ cocoa
light & creamy vanilla custard w/ strawberries, cocoa & caramel syrup drizzle
dark chocolate marquise, milk chocolate ganache, flourless chocolate cake, chocolate dentelle, salted coffee crumb & coffee gelato
w/ imported Amarena cherries & balsamic syrup
w/ candied cranberries & shaved white chocolate
marshmallow buttercream, dark chocolate fudge, chocolate syrup & marshmallow brulee
8 oz container of our signature herb blend
fresh fior di latte mozzarella, avocado crema, shaved red radish, arugula & fresh grated lemon zest
three grilled ciabatta breads topped w/ lavender honey ricotta, marinated pestoartichoke hearts, La Quercia prosciutto & kalamata oregano tapenade
spring blend, fresh strawberries, peppadew peppers, almond granola & basil pesto vinaigrette
w/ slow roasted filet mignon, sliced thin & served chilled w/ gorgonzola dolce,watermelon radish, grilled asparagus & lemon horseradish vinaigrette
w/ grilled asparagus, broccoli, zucchini, fava beans, sweet peppers, lemon cream sauce & fresh basil
crispy hand breaded chicken breast, pesto herb spaghetti, fresh fior di latte mozzarella, heirloom cherry tomatoes, roasted roma sherry coulis & balsamic reduction
buttermilk shortcake, Grand Marnier macerated strawberries & orange zest chantilly
w/ raspberry cream cheese frosting. raspberry strawberry puree & fresh raspberries
sponge cake, coconut streusel & fresh lime zest
spicy pork & bacon ragout, rosemary focaccia breadcrumbs, shaved parmesan & evoo
w/ cider glazed brussels, roasted turnips, pancetta & chestnut garlic jus
w/ spinach sundried tomato orzo & blood orange butter glaze
w/ chicken, bacon & sun-dried tomatoes
fresh chopped lettuces, roma tomatoes, sliced red onions, garlic toasted croutons, kalamata olives, pepperoncini & parmesan w/ signature balsamic vinaigrette
chopped romaine tossed to order w/ Caesar dressing, shaved parmesan & garlic toasted croutons
fresh fior di latte mozzarella w/ roma tomatoes, fresh basil, basil oil, evoo & balsamic reduction
assortment of Bella Nottes two bruschetta, FIRST w/ roma tomatoes, basil pesto, fresh basil, parmesan & balsamic reduction SECOND w/ warm gorgonzola & pistachio honey
3oz meatballs served w/ choice of sauce, housemade fresh marinara or peach BBQ sauce ( peach BBQ requires 24hr notice)
grilled chicken, bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, crushed red chilies & gorgonzola cream sauce
grilled chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh broccoli, garlic, basil, toasted pine nuts & lemon butter sauce
hand breaded chicken breast w/ mozzarella & provolone cheese & basil over spaghetti & fresh marinara
grilled chicken, kalamata olives, chives, toasted pine nuts & butter sauce
grilled chicken, mushrooms, shallots, marsala rosemary sauce
sausage, mushrooms & toasted garlic cream sauce w/ crushed red chilies, parmesan & chives
crumbled sausage, spicy pork & pepperoni ragout, mozzarella & provolone, pickled fresno chilies & fresh basil
fresh asparagus, roma tomatoes, lemon juice, parsley & vodka cream sauce
prepared in the Roman tradition w/ parmesan, nutmeg & parsley
creamy basil pesto w/ roma tomatoes, toasted pine nuts & parmesan cheese
marinara w/ crushed chilies, chili infused oil, basil & lemon juice
3 layers of herbs & cheeses w/ marinara sauce
3 layers of herbs & cheeses w/ meat sauce
an Italian classic staple w/ marinara sauce
an Italian classic staple w/ meat sauce
evoo & chives
garlic, almonds & bacon fat
evoo & parmesan
garlic, parmesan & evoo
cayenne pepper honey & parmesan
Chicken Parmesan
oysters and mussels, shellfish, mussels, food, oysters
outside
Banana foster martini
Bar & entrance
Fettuccine Alfredo Classico with Grilled Shrimp
Charebs above the bar
the bar and dining area
Inside
Decor
Meatballs al Forno
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Bluegrass Manhattan, free bread and olive oil/herb dip, Pixy Stick martini (yum)
Bella Bruschetta Trio
French Fries
outside
Fried Calamari
Dining room
Decor
Neat catering rig!
Marsala Meatballs
The beautiful tree inside.
Brooke C.
Nov 18, 2024
I want to eat here everyday of my life that I am not physically in Italy. I literally yearn for their seafood linguine. I can close my eyes and see straight out to the Mediterranean Great service and atmosphere too.
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Bea C.
Dec 3, 2024
Love the ambiance in this establishment, very suiting for an Italian restaurant!I visited with another adult and we both enjoyed the experience.Robert was our waiter and he was extremely helpful in assisting me to find what I could order, as I have many food sensitivities. They do offer a wide variety of gluten-free options, however, if you also have a dairy sensitivity as I do, you might find it challenging to find something you can consume.I opted for the hamburger, with the patty, bacon, lettuce, and tomato. Alongside I had an order of fries (which are gluten-free and dairy-free). The chef chopped up the tomato and lettuce for me and I made a hamburger salad out of my entree. The hamburger is pricey but the quality of the beef made it well worth the cost, one of the best hamburgers I have truly ever had. The fries are real potatoes, and were cooked to perfection.The other adult order the bruschetta, and it was a triumph! Not only in appearance but in taste. They loved it!When I want to experience the ambiance and a fabulous burger and fries, I will definitely return. The only reason this did not receive five stars is because of the lack of dairy-free items available. So if you can eat dairy, what are you waiting for, give it a try!
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Elena C.
Nov 10, 2024
When we used to live in KY, Bella Notte's was a special treat. Now, as spoiled Cali residents, this place still hits the spot.The scallop special is an absolute must. Make sure to call ahead to check if they have it. My husband is a fan of their meatballs and that dish didn't disappoint.
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Dave S.
Feb 16, 2025
Very good bruschetta and penne pasta dishes. We are two out-of-town customers. Second visit for one of us and would return when in town again.
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Dee H.
Dec 22, 2024
Had to make a visit given all of the community hype. Verdict - good but not great. Host staff was friendly but having a bit too much of a chat/hang to pay much attention to guests. Service was good - friendly but seemed a bit disinterested. I chalk this up to a late ish (7:30) reservation on a very busy Saturday night. Sometimes you just got to get thru it. The bread/oil was yummy. The caesar salad was fine - nothing to write home about. Same for the manicotti (my go-to dish to test out a new-to-me Italian spot). The component parts were each fine but nothing sparkled. Wine list also seemed a little uninspired - particularly on the reds which I would expect to be a bit more interesting at an Italian restaurant. May give it another try but not in a rush.
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Lisa J.
Jan 4, 2025
Group of 5 had a fabulous dinner on the back patio with a roaring fire in fireplace. My favorite dish is the Scallops over Linguine (usually a weekend special, since the scallops flown in fresh). I remembered to get some pictures this time! (Shout out to Claire for the excellent service).
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Kiera S.
Dec 1, 2024
The fritto misto was delicious and a perfect starter, the zucchini fries, calamari, and fried mozzarella were delightful! The penne fresco was quite refreshing and light. There was a ton of chicken, broccoli, sundried tomatoes and it was super flavorful. The last pasta dish was delicious. The service was okay at first, it wasn't particularly busy and was a bit hard to get the waiters attention. Once we did get their attention it was really solid service!
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Aria H.
Nov 9, 2023
Me and my bf barely crave pasta but on Oct 20 he did so we decided to stop in. Friday night with no reservation around 6:30 was a 45 min wait, which in Lexington standards means high demand! We didn't realize this restaurant is a Lex staple so we waited almost 50 min before being seated; the bar and waiting areas were packed so we hung out in the car. Overall felt like a local version of my childhood favorite Macaroni Grill with Tuscan decor (albeit somewhat dim lit) to match.I had a blonde sangria with our calamari appetizer. Both were tasty but nothing extraordinary. I ordered the penne gorgonzola which was a huge portion and a good marriage of flavors. We also ordered broccoli and brussel sprouts to add more veggies. Our server found out it was our first time and she got us a free dessert! We ordered the ricotta donuts and they were thick, super sweet, and tasty. We had so much food to go, easily three servings of food which is great for the price. The manager didn't check on us until we were walking out of the door which I thought was odd but otherwise service was excellent. Our server, whose name I wish I remembered so I could request her every time, was phenomenal and genuinely nice.
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Reema P.
Apr 23, 2024
Kameron with a K easily the best service my team and I have ever received at a restaurant. We were on a tight schedule and told him, he got us in and out of there by the exact time we asked him. The food was good, the wine was great we only wish we had more time for dessert! Kameron was very nice and fast, he was also extremely patient and understanding. He was fantastic!
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Melea R.
Oct 17, 2024
The waitress was attentive. The food was fresh and delicious..weSat on on patio. It was a little hot but comfortable.
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