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BELLA Italia Ristorante

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BELLA Italia Ristorante

Family-owned & operated restaurant serving authentic Italian recipes in the heart of Winter Garden.
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Bella Italia Ristorante is an authentic Italian restaurant in the heart of Winter Garden just minutes south of the Stoneybrook West Village shopping center. Family owned and operated, Bella Italia takes pride in being the neighborhood spot everyone feels welcome to for Sunday dinner -- and all week long! We have something for everyone, including gluten-free pasta & pizza options. Bella Italia Rist

orante opened in the Winter Garden area June 2016. Bella Italia is owned and operated by husband and wife team Leonard & Dorina Kodra. Chef Leonard starting cooking at 18 alongside his grandmother who shared with him authentic Italian recipes. These dishes, some of them over 100 years-old, are served today at Bella Italia. The original Bella Italia location is in downtown (now under different ownership) and has been an Orlando favorite for years.

06/02/2026

Today’s Specials at Bella Italia
Warm, fresh, and made with love.

🥣 Roasted Red Pepper Soup
Silky, vibrant, and full of depth, the perfect start.

🍉 Watermelon Caprese
A summer twist on a classic with fresh mozzarella, basil, and sweet chilled watermelon.

🍝 Rigatoni Baked Sausage alla Vodka
Oven‑baked, creamy, and comforting with Italian sausage and our house vodka sauce.

🍰 Mixed Berries Cheesecake
Light, creamy, and topped with a bright berry medley.

Join us for a beautiful meal today.

05/28/2026

🍽️ Today’s Specials at Bella Italia 🍽️
A perfect lineup of comfort, freshness, and indulgence.

🥣 New England Clam Chowder
Creamy, hearty, and loaded with tender clams, your ideal start to a cozy meal.

🐟 Tuna Tartare
Fresh, vibrant, and delicately seasoned for a clean, elegant bite.

🍝 Homemade Bucatini Pomodoro con Burrata
Our silky house‑made bucatini tossed in bright pomodoro sauce, crowned with creamy burrata.

🍰 Sbriciolata con Nutella
A warm, crumbly Italian classic filled with rich Nutella, served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the perfect finish.

Join us today and treat yourself to something special. Buon appetito!

05/23/2026

✨ Saturday Specials at Bella Italia ✨

Cozy up and treat yourself to today’s handcrafted dishes:

🥣 Potato Leek Soup
Silky, comforting, and slow‑simmered to perfection, the perfect start to your meal.

🍆 Eggplant Stack
Layers of crispy eggplant, fresh mozzarella, basil, and our house red sauce. A guest favorite for a reason.

🦐 Seafood Ravioli
Delicate ravioli filled with a rich blend of seafood, finished in a light, aromatic sauce.

🍋 Lemon Tiramisu
A bright, refreshing twist on the classic creamy, citrusy, and irresistible.

Join us tonight and let us take care of dinner. Buon appetito!

05/21/2026

Good afternoon, we are pleased to present today’s specials, thoughtfully prepared by our culinary team.

• Chicken Lemon Orzo Soup — light, bright, and elegantly comforting
• Soft Shell Crab — delicately crisp and beautifully seasonal
• Homemade Linguini al Nero with a Swordfish Ragù — rich coastal flavors in a handcrafted pasta
• Homemade Chocolate Profiteroles — filled with cream and finished with warm chocolate

We look forward to welcoming you and providing a wonderful dining experience.

05/19/2026

✨ Today’s Specials at Bella Italia ✨

🥣 Stracciatella Soup
Light, comforting, and full of classic Italian warmth.

🦪 Clams Oreganata
Baked with herbs, breadcrumbs, and a touch of lemon—simple, elegant, irresistible.

🍆 Risotto alla Norma e Burrata
Creamy risotto with roasted eggplant, rich tomato, fresh basil, and a luxurious crown of burrata.

🍋 Lemon Sorbet
Bright, refreshing, and the perfect finish to your meal.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of authentic Italian flavors. Buon appetito!

05/12/2026

✨ Today’s Specials ✨

Roasted Red Pepper Soup
A silky, vibrant house‑made soup with slow‑roasted peppers and a touch of cream.

Beef Carpaccio
Thinly sliced tenderloin topped with arugula, shaved Parmesan, and a drizzle of lemon‑olive oil-aioli.

Sesame‑Crusted Tuna
Seared ahi tuna with a toasted sesame crust, served with fresh sweet & sour sauce and creamy mashed potatoes with asparagus.

Berry Mousse Cake
Light, airy mousse layered with mixed berries for a refreshing, delicate finish.

Join us for a warm, welcoming meal today — we’d love to cook for you.

05/11/2026

🌷 Thank You for Celebrating Mother’s Day With Us

To everyone who joined us yesterday: families, friends, and all the incredible moms, thank you for spending such a special day at Bella Italia. Your smiles, your stories, and the love shared around our tables made the day truly beautiful.

We hope your Mother’s Day was filled with joy, good food, and the people who mean the most to you. From our Bella Italia family to yours, we wish all mothers and mother figures a heartfelt Happy Mother’s Day. You deserve to be celebrated every day.

💛 With gratitude,
Bella Italia Ristorante

05/07/2026

✨ Today’s Specials at Bella Italia ✨

Cozy, bright, and full of flavor — today’s menu brings comfort and elegance to the table:

🥣 Mushroom Barley Soup
Hearty, earthy, and slow-simmered for depth. A perfect start.

🦑 Stuffed Calamari
Tender calamari filled with a savory blend of herbs and breadcrumbs, finished in a light tomato sauce.

🍝 Seafood Carbonara
A coastal twist on a classic — silky carbonara tossed with shrimp, calamari, and mussels for a rich, ocean-kissed finish.

🍋 Homemade Lemon Sorbet (served in a lemon)
Bright, refreshing, and handcrafted. The perfect palate cleanser and a beautiful finish to your meal.

Join us for a taste of something special today — buon appetito!

05/05/2026

Today’s specials are here, and they’re full of comfort and flavor:

🥣 Lentil Soup
Hearty, rustic, and simmered low and slow — the perfect start.

🍆 Meatballs di Melanzane
Our house‑made eggplant meatballs, tender, savory, and beautifully seasoned.

🍝 Homemade Bucatini alla Amatriciana
A Roman classic with our fresh bucatini, pancetta, and a rich tomato‑pecorino sauce.

🍰 Berry Cheesecake Fritto
Crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, finished with a bright berry drizzle.

Join us tonight at Bella Italia — buon appetito.

05/02/2026

Today's specials at Bella Italia include chicken lemon orzo soup, lobster dip appetizer, entree of Rigatoni alla norma, and dessert of chocolate cheesecake. 🇮🇹🍷

04/29/2026

✨ Today’s Specials at Bella Italia ✨

A beautiful Wednesday calls for flavors that warm, comfort, and delight. Join us for an afternoon filled with handcrafted dishes made with heart.

🥣 Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Rich, creamy, and perfectly cozy, the kind of bowl that makes everything feel right.

🍄 Mini Truffle Arancini
Crisp, golden risotto bites infused with truffle and served with our house sauce. Small in size, big in indulgence.

🦐 Bella’s Shrimp
A guest favorite: sautéed shrimp tossed with pasta in a bright white wine lemon butter sauce, finished with feta crumbles, heirloom tomatoes, and black olives. Mediterranean elegance in every bite.

🍰 Red Velvet Cake
Moist, velvety, and topped with silky cream cheese frosting, a classic done the Bella way.

Join us today and savor something special. Buon appetito!

04/28/2026

Join us at Bella Italia Ristorante for a unique culinary experience featuring our special of the day, including broccoli cheddar soup, Truffle arancini bites, an entree of Bella Shrimp, and red velvet cake for dessert. BELLA Italia Ristorante

04/25/2026

✨ Today’s Specials at Bella Italia Ristorante ✨

• Italian Wedding Soup — A comforting classic with tender meatballs, fresh spinach, and pasta in a rich, savory broth.

• Oysters Rockefeller — Baked to perfection with herb‑butter, spinach, and a crisp golden topping.

• Homemade Short Rib Ravioli — Filled with slow‑braised short rib and finished in a silky brown butter sage sauce brightened with a touch of lemon.

• Carlota di Limone — A refreshing, creamy lemon dessert layered with delicate cookies and chilled to a perfect finish.

04/23/2026

Today’s Specials

• French Onion Soup slow‑caramelized, rich, and topped with melted Gruyère
• Portobello con Burrata e Tartufo roasted portobello, creamy burrata, shaved truffle
• Snapper Livornese tomatoes, olives, capers, fresh herbs
• White Chocolate Mousse Cake light, silky, and beautifully smooth

Fresh. Elegant. Made from scratch every day at Bella Italia.

04/22/2026

✨ TONIGHT — LAST CHANCE TO JOIN US ✨
Our 4‑Course Wine Pairing Dinner is happening this evening, and we are almost sold out.

For $75 per person, guests will enjoy:
🍽️ Four chef‑crafted courses
🍷 Curated wine pairings selected to highlight each dish
🍾 Surprise pours throughout the evening
⏰ Tonight | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Bella Italia Ristorante
🎟️ Very limited seats left — secure your ticket now

Once these last seats are gone, they’re gone. Don’t miss this one‑night‑only experience.

04/21/2026

✨ Today’s Specials at Bella Italia ✨

Warm, comforting, and just a little bit dramatic — today’s menu is all about flavor and flair.

🍅 Tomato Bisque
Silky, slow-simmered, and deeply comforting. A bowl of pure Italian warmth.

🔥 Calamari Fra Diavolo
Tender calamari tossed in a spicy, garlicky tomato sauce with just the right kick.

🧀 Flaming Pappardelle alla Routa
Our signature tableside show — fresh pappardelle bathed in a wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano and finished with a fiery flourish.

🌰 Toasted Almond Cake
Light, fragrant, and delicately sweet with a golden toasted crunch.

Join us tonight and let us take care of the rest — buon appetito! 🍷✨

04/18/2026

We warmly welcome you and your family to celebrate the extraordinary mothers in your life with us at Bella Italia. For this beautiful occasion, our chefs have created an exclusive Mother’s Day menu, crafted with love and featuring gluten‑free options for those who need them.

To ensure the highest quality on this very busy holiday, only the dishes on this special menu will be available, as our culinary team will be working with ingredients prepared specifically for these offerings.

Adding to the celebration, enjoy live saxophone music from 4 PM to 8 PM, creating the perfect ambiance for a memorable evening.

We will be open our regular hours, 11 AM – 9 PM, and reservations for Mother’s Day will be accepted exclusively through OpenTable.

We look forward to welcoming you to Bella Italia for a day filled with warmth, flavor, music, and family.

https://www.opentable.com/r/bella-italia-ristorante-reservations-winter-garden?restref=1480105&lang=en-US&ot_source=Restaurant%20website

04/16/2026

✨Today’s Specials✨

A perfect Thursday lineup: comforting, fresh, and full of flavor, plus a little something extra to make the night even better.

🥣 Cream of Mushroom
Rich, velvety, and deeply savory. Slow simmered mushrooms folded into a silky cream base for the coziest start.

🐟 Tuna Tartare
Bright, clean, and elegant. Hand cut tuna tossed with citrus and herbs, served with crisp crostini for the perfect bite.

🍝 Linguini al Nero con Gamberi
Squid ink linguini tossed with sautéed shrimp, garlic, white wine, and a touch of heat. A beautiful balance of ocean depth and Italian soul.

🍌 Banana Pudding
Light, nostalgic, and irresistible layers of vanilla custard, fresh bananas, and soft wafers topped with whipped cream.

🍷 Thirsty Thursday
Enjoy 50% off any bottle of wine $50 or less, the perfect pairing for tonight’s specials.

Join us for great food, warm hospitality, and a little mid week indulgence. Buon appetito!

04/14/2026

✨ Today’s Specials at Bella Italia ✨
Crafted with heart, tradition, and the flavors that feel like home.

🥣 Pasta Fagioli
A warm, rustic Italian classic — tender pasta, hearty beans, and a rich, savory broth that comforts from the first spoonful.

🫑 Stuffed Zucchini
Fresh zucchini filled with a flavorful blend of herbs, ground beef, cheese, and Italian-seasoned goodness, baked until perfectly tender.

🍝 Bucatini all’Amatriciana
A Roman favorite — thick bucatini pasta tossed in a vibrant tomato sauce with pancetta, pecorino, and just the right touch of heat.

🍰 Italian Rainbow Cake
Colorful, nostalgic, and beautifully layered with almond essence and chocolate — the sweetest way to finish your meal.

04/07/2026

Join us today at Bella Italia and indulge in our specially crafted dishes, including lemon chicken orzo soup, octopus carpaccio, Clams Pomodoro, and chocolate mousse cake. 🇮🇹

04/05/2026

🌸 Buona Pasqua from Bella Italia! 🌸

As spring fills the air with new beginnings, we’re sending heartfelt Easter wishes to all our wonderful guests. May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and delicious moments shared with the people you love.

Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or treating yourself to something special, we hope your holiday is as bright and beautiful as a perfect Italian sunrise.

From our Bella Italia family to yours Happy Easter and grazie for being part of our community. 💛🇮🇹

04/03/2026

🍷✨ Join Us for an Exclusive 4‑Course Wine Pairing Dinner! ✨🍷

We’re thrilled to invite you to a special culinary experience on Wednesday, April 22nd at 5:30 PM. Enjoy a beautifully curated four‑course dinner, each dish thoughtfully paired with exceptional wines to elevate every flavor.

This is an intimate event with very limited seating, so early reservations are highly encouraged.

📅 Date: Wednesday, April 22
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
🍽️ Experience: 4 courses + wine pairings
🎟️ Tickets: Scan the QR code on the poster or click the link below to reserve your seat

Come savor an evening of great food, great wine, and great company. We can’t wait to host you.

https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1480105&restref=1480105&experienceId=693424&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared

04/02/2026

🌟 Today’s Specials Are Served! 🌟

🥣 New England Clam Chowder
Rich, creamy, and packed with flavor.

🐌 Baked Escargot
Garlicky, buttery, and beautifully baked.

🐟 Pan‑Seared Sesame‑Crusted Tuna
Served with fluffy couscous and fresh asparagus a perfect balance of bold and bright.

🥕 Mile‑High Carrot Cake
Tall, decadent, and impossible to resist.

🍷 Thirsty Thursday Deal
Enjoy 50% OFF any bottle of wine priced $50 or less all day long. The perfect pairing for your meal.

Come hungry, leave happy we’ll take care of the rest.

03/28/2026

✨ Today’s Specials ✨
Warm, comforting, and absolutely irresistible.

🥣 Tuscan Bean Soup
Hearty, rustic, and simmered to perfection with aromatic herbs.

🦪 Clams Oreganata
Tender baked clams topped with herbed breadcrumbs and a hint of lemon.

🍐 Pear Fiocchetti
Delicate pasta purses filled with pear and cheese, finished in a light, creamy sauce.

🥜 Pistachio Cheesecake
Silky, nutty, and beautifully decadent—your new favorite dessert.

Come treat yourself to something delicious today.

03/26/2026

✨ Today’s Specials ✨

Warm up your evening with dishes crafted to comfort, delight, and impress.

🍲 Cioppino Soup

A rich, coastal‑inspired tomato broth brimming with branzino, grouper, lobster, calamari, and shrimp. Bold, aromatic, and deeply satisfying.

🍤 Fritto Misto

A crisp, golden mix of shrimp, fish, calamari, and assorted vegetables, lightly breaded and served with our house garlic aioli. Perfect for sharing… or not.

🍝 Tuscan Salmon Rigatoni

Tender salmon pieces tossed with rigatoni in a creamy sauce with spinach, sundried tomatoes, and a Panko crunch. Comfort food with a Tuscan soul.

🍰 Toasted Almond Cake

Light, nutty, and beautifully fragrant—an elegant finish to your meal.

Address

13848 Tilden Road, Suite 192
Winter Garden, FL
34787

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 9pm
Wednesday	11am - 9pm
Thursday	11am - 9pm
Friday	11am - 10pm
Saturday	11am - 10pm
Sunday	11am - 9pm

Website

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