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Bellini Grill Reviews List

Bellini Grill

"You are cordially invited to join us for an afternoon or evening of relaxed elegance and exceptional cuisine" " COME EXPERIENCE A SLICE OF ITALY.ENJOY DINNING IN A LIT DINING AREA SURROUNDED BY BEAUTIFULLY HAND PAINTED ITALIAN MURALS BRINGING YOU CLOSER TO THE ITALIAN CULTURE. BELLINI LOCATED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE CENTER CITY .AN IDEAL LOCATION TO ENJOY A WONDERFUL DINING EXPERIENCE BEFORE VENTURING OUT DISCOVER THE SIGHTS DOWNTOWN PHILADELPHIA HAS TO OFFER. There's "no pretense" about this "dependable" Italian "charmer" near the Kimmel Center, but it "surprise you" nonetheless, thanks to a chef who's "willing to stray outside the menu" and deliver "solid", "nicely presented " fare that" won't break the bank"; and "professional" staffers make "you feel like their favorite guest"- while BYOB helps make it "affordable". We invite your family to meet ours . we hope you will make dining at Bellini Restaurant tradition . Come join us for an intimate Italian food lunch or dinner.
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297 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(297 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 297 reviews
5 stars
(132)
4 stars
(108)
3 stars
(40)
2 stars
(10)
1 star
(7)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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  • special occasion(100)
  • romantic(77)
  • good for groups(71)
  • great for lunch(31)
Bellini Grill Reviews List
Review 1 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Two Nobodies

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/20/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had reservations for two, last minute. thru Open Table. Requested outside seating. BEAUTIFUL early summer in Philly. EVERYBODY wanted to sit outside. When they saw "Open Table," they accommodated us. Outside. Relaxed, competent service. Wonderful crabcakes. Reasonable prices. NICE wine list. What's not to like?"
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 2 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Special Occasion dinner

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Dined on 5/16/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went for dinner after my friend's college graduation. The food was delicious, the servers were very friendly and accommodating and the food came quickly! The restaurant itself is a bit cramped, but it wasn't a problem. Definitely worth checking out!"
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a wonderful Mother's Day dinner! Lived the seperate and significant children's menu. We will be back soon :)"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/13/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were in the restaurant essentially by ourselves and there was still a decent wait for the food. I understand that reflects that everything was made from scratch right then (and the food was very good) but I can imagine the wait is bad when the place gets crowded."
Dined on 5/13/2013
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Review 5 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

All around excellent

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was beyond delicious and the service was phenomenal! I highly recommend the penne with the bacon and blush sauce"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"High end dining, great location in the heart of the city. This is a great choice for a speical occasion."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Never Disappoints

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Every time we come to Philly we try to eat here. It has never disappointed."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 8 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We love Bellini, go there regularly and recommend it to friends."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious Italian close to academy

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Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Enjoyed this restaurant twice this month while attending events at the Academy of the Arts. It offers a wide range of delicious Italian food and also accommodates Gluten free foodies. It has a warm atmosphere and was an all-over enjoyable experience. Highly recommend the Chocolate Mousse cake which I ordered both times."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Yum, lobster ravioli

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good friendly service, fresh pasta and delicious entrees.
We shared a salad and dessert and for two older ladies that was perfect.
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Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Just right

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Although the restaurant was busy, the staff was attentive. The pace not too rushed nor too slow. The food was fresh and delicious. The byob aspect kept the cost down."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious Italian food

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had the veal saltimbocca with pasta and it was absolutely fantastic! It was the best I have ever had!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 13 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Sat night

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was very good. Seated right away."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 14 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had lobster ravioli as an appetizer. It was excellent, as was the service. The wife had Dover Sole as an entree, also excellent. I ordered the "thick pork chop, grilled and served on a bed of risotto". What arrived were two very thin, 1/2 - 5/8" thick pork chops. Pork chops this thin are impossible to grille properly. If they are browned on the outside, the inside is overdone and dry. If they are drilled so the inside is medium, the outside is not at all browned. This was the first time in more than five years that I thought one of Bellini's specials, usually outstanding, fell well short of the mark."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 15 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a Pleasure!

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 3/08/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This has to be my favorite Italian Restaurant in the entire city!! And that says A LOT - because I'm Italian!!!
The staff is superb - there isn't anything they won't do to make your dining experience a pleasure.... wonderful chef..."
Dined on 3/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"If you want prompt service, DO NOT go here. Food was good, but the service was poor and very slow. Food took over an hour to come out."
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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OpenTable Diner
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
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Review 18 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bellini is one of our very

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Bellini is one of our very favorite spots in the city for after a concert, an opera, or a ballet. The service is great, (we always feel like royalty), and the food is exceptional. A little pricey, so it is saved for special occasions, but the experience is always well worth it. Bravo, Bellini!"
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was awesome. I told my

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Food was awesome. I told my wife during dinner that it was one of the top 3 best tasting meals I ever had. I had the Lobster Ravioli. Will return"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I was disappointed at now

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was disappointed at now our second visit to this Restaurant. While they do not promise to honor any table request it was obvious that they were discriminating in who they wished to seat where. While we finally were given a table we requested while there, I felt that we should not have had to be assertive about it; especially, when within half hour there were numerous tables available.The food, my dish, while good was not quite warm.I am hard pressed to say that we'll keep this on our list to go to, even though I like the restaurant."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Just fab - the staff were

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Just fab - the staff were just wonderful!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 22 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is my third time to Bellini

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is my third time to Bellini grill and each time has been a delight. We had the good fortune to meet the owner/chef who happened to be a neighbor to the person I was with. The food is very good with a nice selection of entrees etc. It is BYOB but you can also bring liquor and they will give you set ups."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 23 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Yummy food, reasonable prices,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Yummy food, reasonable prices, and great service."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 24 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Real Deal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food is incredible and the servers are very professional and top notch. Old school great italian food and great fish dishes too."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2011
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Review 25 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This was our first time at

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was our first time at this restaurant and all four of us agreed that the food was good. However, the attentiveness of our waiter was less than subpar which ruined our overall experience."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2009
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Review 26 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I went w/4 people @ dinner

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I went w/4 people @ dinner Sunday
Service wonderful, food always good.. I have no complaints.
2 women at my table said the sea bass was not as good as they had before in other restaurants
They found it disappointing
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Dined on 04/21/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bellini Experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I went with three of my family members on a Sunday afternoon after a show at the Kimmel Center. We walked to and from the restaurant which was about 2 blocks and I even had on high heels!!! It was a perfect distance just so we wouldn't have to pull the car out of the garage. The food and service were great we didn't have to ask for water refills because the waiter was very attentive. They did run out of Reisling but brought a substitute wine for my aunt. I wasn't sure how they could run out that early with loads of customers coming in after us for dinner. The seating was also a little snug and I do not recommend the restaurant for children because of that closeness or the menu. All restaurants aren't for children! Wonderful experience!!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a nice dinner for five

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a nice dinner for five at Bellini. They gave us a nice round table. Restaurant got a little cramped as it became busy. Food was good and well priced. I would return."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 29 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Jimmy and his staff had prepared

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Jimmy and his staff had prepared Osso Buco, which we had requested when dining the previous week at Bellini. Outstanding, to say the least. We brought our friends and neighbors with us for their first dining experience at Bellini, and hope they liked it as much at we did."
Dined on 04/11/2013
 2008
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Review 30 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have been to Bellini Grill

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We have been to Bellini Grill 4 or 5 times. The menu is always interesting, well prepared and nicely presented. The service is excellent, the decor very nice. The BYOB is a very nice feature. On our most recent we had the Lobster Bisque and itnwas the best I have ever had. Just an example of the quality they work for."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 31 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have been to Bellini Grill

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been to Bellini Grill several times. Food is always top quality. It has become one of our favorites."
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2009
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Review 32 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Bellini Grill has the decor

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Bellini Grill has the decor of a European café but it's small size is a huge deterrent to the dining experience. The massive tapestries are an unsuccessful attempt to muffle the sound of diners enjoying their evening. Packed with tables, the servers must choreograph their service movements so as not to step on each other. That being said - the food is worth the trip - From classic Italian to Continental specialties to desserts - each dish that my party of 5 ordered was better than the next. Attention was paid graciously to a gluten free request and sharing was encouraged. I would go back again for the fabulous food."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

My friend and I went to Bellini

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My friend and I went to Bellini Grill before a show at the Kimmel. Had a wonderful meal! We started with salads (one caesar, one house), had the crab ravioli in blush sauce for the main entree (delicious!) and finished with tasty desserts (a cannoli and the chocolate mousse). Great service as usual too!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a party of 16, the

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a party of 16, the service for a aerty of this size was great. The food was good but not great. A bit bland on all accounts. Price was in line with what we got. I would consider this for a large party but not at all for foodies."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 35 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

The "rock shrimp" we're not

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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Quiet
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"The "rock shrimp" we're not "rock shrimp" at all!!!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2011
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Review 36 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Had an authentic Italian feel

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had an authentic Italian feel with attentive and courteous service. The food was good, but not exceptional."
Dined on 04/08/2013
 2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Bellini is great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"Excellent food and service in a great atmosphere. Small but nice. Prices are reasonable and the portions are good size and all of the desserts are homemade and very good."
Dined on 04/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 38 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Was here many years ago, and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Was here many years ago, and with so many italian restaurants in town, forgot about it.
Service was very good...& the food delicious
I had jumbo shrimp w/whole wheat pasta.
Waiter very helpful.
And I am coming back April 21st w/4 friends for dinner who do not live in town and
wanted italian food and I suggested BELLINI..
"
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good tastes very good. Extremely

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good tastes very good. Extremely small portion. Left me unsatisfied. 3 of us ordered coke with our meals , and it tasted bad so we all sent it back as got new ones. Still very bad. Then we were told they do not use coke and that they use a cheaper brand. Very disappointed with that. Overall experience was ok."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2005
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 40 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I really would like to write

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I really would like to write a great review about this place. The service was great. Our waiter was so into describing the specials that he had me drooling. There was a gentleman standing near our table, dressed in chef's clothes, who brought us little extras to try. The other waiters all were smiling and friendly. The food, although well prepared, just didn't meet my expectations, unfortunately. My wife had a different opinion in that she loved her soup (which I tried and it was good) and her seafood pasta special (which she liked a lot, but I thought was pretty bland). I had a mediocre caesar salad and zuppa di pesce. The entree was well prepared, but this wasn't on par taste wise, with multiple other places in which I've ordered it."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2009
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Review 41 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a wonderful meal &

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Always a wonderful meal & outstanding service. Another great visit to Bellini!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 42 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

we were from out of town visiting

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"we were from out of town visiting Philadelphia and found this restaurant online. we really enjoyed the good service and atmosphere. We ate there twice on our trip and would definitely recommend it."
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 43 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always our dining experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"As always our dining experience was wonderful! Excellent service and delicious food!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

food was good but noting special.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"food was good but noting special. nice portion sizes."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2011
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Review 45 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Another wonderful evening meal!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"As always, a wonderful experience, from seating in a quiet corner through helpful suggestions from Tannie (sp?) over appetizers, and specials of the evening, to a flawlessly de-boned Bronzino and flavorful veal. Best of all, we were out in plenty of time to make our curtain at the Academy of Music afterward. Thanks again, all, for another fine evening!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful find! BYOB or a

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful find! BYOB or a good selection of house wines available. Polished, professional service. Great menu selections. Lovely décor. Looking forward to return visits."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were greeted and seated

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were greeted and seated immediately, there were quite a few empty tables on a Thursday night, and our server was helpful and provided good suggestions. We had a group of 5 and the BYOB feature was a plus. I had the orecchiette with grilled chicken sausage, it was excellent and I'd highly recommend it. Other diners in the group had eggplant parm, which was also very good (a large portion), and the grilled lambchop special, which was also good. The only issue we had with the evening was the very long delay before our entrees were served, and further delay with dessert and getting the check. There were not many diners, but plenty of staff, and it took almost 3 hours for the meal. I felt as if the service started strong and fizzled."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 48 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Very disapointing!! We were

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
"Very disapointing!! We were seated in a corner where I didn't even have enough room to slide my chair to get in. The water pitchers were kept right where my elbow was. Nobody offered to move them, even though I almost knocked them down several times while reading the menu. The food was disapointing. I've gotten better food at chain restaurants! The portions were very small. We used a gift certificate and the waiter cheated us out of some of the money! I will not be returning to the place even though I have another gift certificate!!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
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Review 49 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

OT Reviews Missed The Boat

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were disappointed given the good reviews on OT. Appetizers were awful and being daily specials way overpriced. "Fresh" mozzarella wrapped in prosciutto and lightly grilled tasted like a bad panini from the mall food court. Did I mention the $16.99 price? Lobster bisque with no lobster? In fairness our entrees were solid, but Bellini is Philly's answer to Hoboken. Loud and filled with twenty somethings spending their first paycheck on barely average food. The suburbs have plenty of tightly packed Italian joints serving better food for half the price."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 50 for Bellini Grill
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Bellini is always a great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"Bellini is always a great place for dinner with the best authentic Italian food outside of S. Philly. Expect weekends to be crowded with very little elbow room so remember to book in advance. BYOB is always a plus."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: special occasion
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