I'm not one to write reviews... but this place deserves it. Best Italian spot in LA. My girlfriend and I came here unexpectedly on a late night during vacation and both agreed it was the best meal we had our entire trip. We even came back again right before we had to fly out of LAX. Both times the food and service were beyond excellent. The chef comes out to talk to you and help you order. Very personal and delightful experience. The prices are so great, we didn't feel like we were overpaying for the first time in California.... If you are thinking of checking this place out, don't hesitate. 5 STARS!
![5]( "Recensione")
Fantastic food and great service. We were there on a very busy night. Including someone's 90th birthday. The packed restaurant didn't seams to influence the food or service.
We tried the unlimited bread. We asked for vinegar and oil which they brought. Bread was very good. Was being baked and cut near by our table so it was impossible not to order. Would recommend.
Prices seamed extremely reasonable, plates sizes are a little smaller than at some restaurants, however seamed like the right size so you finished full, but no left overs to take home. I liked the idea pay less for smaller meals.
Lobster ravioli was amazing. As well as the Alfredo fettuccine.
Good dessert options. We tried both the lava cake and vanilla cheese cake. Both were top level.
Wanted to try the spaghetti ice cream but will have to be for next time.
Had good prices on wine and wine bottles for restaurants. They do let you bring you own for a fee.
This has currently moved to the top of our list for Italian food in the Beverly Hills area and we will be back.
Came to Trattoria Bella Roma with a large group. Staff were accommodating and friendly, and our meals came out quickly. Unfortunately, my steak was burnt and did not taste as advertised. Portions were large and desserts were sweet but not overly. An above average experience.
The restaurant is better than it’s look, atmosphere, and location suggest.
Puttanesca was delicious and a nice portion.
Bronzino was thin but yummy.
Olive tapenade was quite good.
Bread was just okay and could have been warmed better.
I definitely plan to return here.
Everybody was very nice, but I felt the Tagliatelle Bolognese was way too salty. I couldn’t sleep that night from heartburn.
The appetizers were good, as were my friends’s dinner.
Just needed to mention the overly salted Tagliatelle.
Really nice place to enjoy food; as well as the service being good, they are respectful & the place is clean.
Best cacio e pepe in the States! I spend a lot of time in Italy and am a pasta snob. Bella Roma SPQR is legit Italian NOT American Italian. Grazie Mille Bella Roma!
I’m so happy that they are back in business! So sad for them that they can’t have outdoor dining, even in their nice patio. But happiest for me that I get to bring their homemade style food into my home!
I ordered the yummy minestrone soup, which is basically vegetable and tomato soup, but I don’t like to fill up on noodles anyway.
My favorite is the eggplant Parmesan appetizer. Not heavily breaded! So enjoying the full flavor of the eggplant, cheese, and tomato sauce.
(It was so good, I forgot to take the picture before I devoured it!)
The Restaurant obeys social distancing, allows only one person indoors at a time, provides sanitizer, and requires masks. Even dirty and clean pens are separate. You feel very safe there.
Food was very tasty, the service was great, the prices were affordable, the atmosphere was pleasant. Definitely will be coming back here when we want delicious Italian food.
Food was great! The bread and dip in the beginning was an amazing touch as well. Huge aperol spritz!
Brought my cousin here who was visiting from England, and was craving Italian. Everything was very tasty, the service was great, the prices were very affordable, the atmosphere was pleasant. Since that first visit I have come back monthly!
Nice little mom n pop Italian restaurant in west LA. Food and service was good. They have both traditional and American Italian food.
Great little place for Italian - generous portions and delicious wines.
Used to visit with my dad often— this was his favorite Italian restaurant in LA. I don’t live in the area and Dad is no longer with us, but I highly recommend this place! I have many fond memories here and always left full of delicious food. The homemade tagliatelle al limone was a perennial favorite of mine.
BigDaddyBD BordelloOfDecadence
+5
Loved getting some traditional Italian food on a Saturday night. Welcomed at the door and the great service continued throughout our delightful dining experience. I have the spaghetti and meatballs. My eyes were bigger than my stomach when I ordered the extra meatballs… but it was worth it. They were delicious.
I'm fairly certain it was one of the best pieces of pumpkin pie I have ever had. Definitely in the top 5 ever.
Looked like an ideal setting for 2 to 10 people. I look forward to going back.
![4]( "Recensione")
My friend made a reservation for 9 for her birthday on a Friday night.
For the size of the restaurant, it is rather small. Would definitely recommend making a reservation.
Service at the restaurant was great! They gave us a pizza on the house, and the waiters were very courteous and prompt. They also serve complimentary bread with olive oil and vinegar.
I ordered the arrabbiata, which was a spicy marinara pasta. It was pretty good and the portion was not bad at all. A little too spicy for my own taste, but the other dishes that my friends ordered were all pretty good. Prices for the dishes were quite reasonable, too. All the dishes we ordered were around $12-16, so definitely a place with good and affordable food.
Because it was my friend's birthday, they also gave us a free pie.
Parking is rather hard to find because it is Downtown Los Angeles. If you are lucky, you can find parking in the neighborhood right next to it, but the parking lot for the restaurant is rather small and you may have to find street parking.
Overall, would recommend people to come here and try out this restaurant.
Been a Bella Roma patron for over 10 years. Slowed down by the pandemic and the 30 minute drive these days, but will return soon. Chef Roberto is amazing! Cioppino out of this world! Great salads, soups and pastas. Bravo!!
An error has occurred! Please try again in a few minutes