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Bella Notte
Bella Notte means Beautiful Night in Italian. Join us at our table & let us create your beautiful dining experience! This is a place to satisfy the appetite with Italian gusto. Enjoy the season's freshest ingredients and some unique dishes that are sure to become your next favorite! Remember, in Italy food & drink don't just make it possible to live, they're a part of what makes life worth living.
Italians say, "A tavolo non s'invecchia". (People do not get old at the table)-spend enough time at ours and you'll believe it's true!
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Italians say, "A tavolo non s'invecchia". (People do not get old at the table)-spend enough time at ours and you'll believe it's true!
52 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 52 reviews
5 stars
(35)
4 stars
(15)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- romantic(31)
- special occasion(27)
- good for groups(21)
- fit for foodies(19)
- kid-friendly(14)
- neighborhood gem(13)
Bella Notte Reviews List
Review 1 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Bella Notte
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food and a nice atmosphere. Service was tentative. I had grilled salmon that was juicy and delicious,"
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: hot spot, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"First time and it was excellent!"
Dined on 5/20/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was wonderful and the waitstaff was very friendly and helpful."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My first time that this restaurant for a date night with my husband. Our waitress was outstanding and so was the food and atmosphere we will definitely be back for another date night it couldn't have been more perfect!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We visit here whenever we're
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We visit here whenever we're in Lexington for the Rolex 3-day. Delish food, nice prices!"
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 6 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A beautiful night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Outstanding experience! The food was fresh and flavorful. The customer service, particularly by our waiter Trey, was some of the best I've ever experienced. The only less than ideal part of the night was the traffic noise. This cannot be helped due to the location but it should be noted if you sit on the patio. So glad it was recommended by Rosalie Swann from the Swann Inn."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service was wonderful, food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was wonderful, food was wonderful and we all had a great experience!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best Italian Restaurant around!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bella Notte is one of the most enjoyable and affordable Italian Restaurants for the type of service you get and more importantly, the quality of food in this Region! The wine and daily food specials are incredible. This place is ideal for a romantic dinner but also a kid friendly, family environment as well."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good, but used to be excellent
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I am a regular at Bella Notte, but have noticed that although the food is good, it has declined in the last 6 months from it former excellence. This was a very special occasion for us, as I proposed to my girlfriend at dinner. We both ordered the special of Scallops on a bed of fettuccini. The scallops where over grilled with excess char that really damaged the sweetness of the meat and the fettuccini was just warm. The table service was excellent as always and we have every intention on returning, but maybe less often."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 10 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Waiter was excellent and our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Waiter was excellent and our food was awesome as usual. Love Bella Notte"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 11 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food. Great service. Loved it."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 12 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Party of 8 including 2 under
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Party of 8 including 2 under age 10. Food was very good. Service was disjointed. We'll be back."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 13 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
ahi tuna was a disappointment
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the bread and olive oil dip is always perfect, as well as the caesar salad. My husband and I had the ahi tuna special, and it was cooked all the way done...no pink at all, which is not how ahi tuna is usually prepared. It also had a really salty coating on it that was way overpowering. I won't get that entree again. Thursday is 1/2 price bottle wine night, so we had a very nice zinfandel, and we were given a free dessert. They were out of the way we had a coupon for, but we ordered the tiramisu, and it was very good."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Romantic and Peaceful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We traveled from Iowa to Kentucky to see George Strait in concert and this was a great place to unwind from a 9.5 hour drive. It was quite and romantic. They even det us next to the fireplace and kept the heat nice and toasty!! Once we were done they told us we could sit and chat over the rest of our wine and we could take as long as we needed. This was a great place and recommend this place to anyone!!
Everyone in Kentucky was great. Thanks for the great experience Kentucky!!!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 15 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband and I went for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I went for my birthday on March 1st. The food was wonderful and our server, Sarah, was wonderful! It was a fantastic night out."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 16 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding service, amazingly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Outstanding service, amazingly great food & wine. Will dine here again."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good food, excellent service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bella Notte is always a pleasure. The food is good, the service is top rate and the prices are excellent. It's always a good idea to make reservations if you plan on going during peak hours. I had the blackened filet and it was delicious. Didn't care for the crushed potato side dish, thought it was "very heavy" but my fault for ordering it, it was exactly as described in the menu."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 18 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I dined here the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I dined here the night before Valentine's day to beat the rush. It was my first time, and my wife's first in over 8 years (she went for prom). The ambience was romantic with appropriate lighting, and even though seating is indoors, the atmosphere almost feels like you are outside with rustic and tuscan accents. The service was impeccable as our waitress Jasmine was attentive and polite to all of our needs, and her recommendations made our meal one of the best we've ever had. I especially liked the seasonal menu, which derives ingredients from local farms. Excellent experience...we will be back!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was a wonderful restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a wonderful restaurant for me and my boyfriend to celebrate Valentines Day and him coming from out of state to visit. The decorations were beautiful and the service was excellent. The food was delicious, I can't wait to come back!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 20 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I have eaten at Bella Notte
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have eaten at Bella Notte quite a few times and was looking forward to our belated Valentine's meal. However, it was rather disappointing. I love their room with the tree covered in twinkle lights and the larger back room that feels like you are sitting outside, but we were sat in the side room in the corner surrounded by windows (which was freezing) with a great view of the parking lot & front door. Not romantic at all. We both had one of their specials (scallops for me, pork tenderloin for hubby) for dinner and they were okay. I remember the food being really good the last few times I ate there for dinner, not just okay. Don't know if they have a new chef or what, but it wasn't as good as it used to be. Disappointing."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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Review 21 for Bella Notte
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was delicious!! One
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious!! One of my favorite italian restaurants, possibly my favorite overall. The service was excellent, as well as the environment. Would recommend anyone to try this place if they love italian food. Will be going there again!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bella Notte
Based on the average of (31) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate