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Biella
Biella is an upscale casual Italian inspired restaurant featuring pastas, desserts & breads made in-house. Biella also offers fresh fish daily, a full bar, outdoor dining & the old world charm of a building constructed in 1883. Written up in all major publications with fantastic reviews, Biella is a place to experience!
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138 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 138 reviews
5 stars
(59)
4 stars
(58)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(96)
- fit for foodies(67)
- special occasion(58)
- romantic(55)
- notable wine list(34)
- good for groups(13)
Biella Reviews List
Review 1 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Favorite birthday celebration spot
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/19/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love going to Biella! Every bite is absolutely wonderful, the wine list is excellent and the service is so warm. The price is very fair, especially for such creative and delicious combinations. The entire staff makes you feel very welcome and comfortable. The bartender made great classic cocktails too."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We are repeat customers at Biella. Always good and quite the value. Will return again and again."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 3 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The best local restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love Biella! Its the best restaurant in Excelsior."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I always enjoy Biella's. The menu items are mostly unique to this restaurant which makes it a special dining experience. The service is always outstanding. In our opinion this is hands-down the best restaurant in the western suburbs. One has to go downtown to find a restaurant of equal quality."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for Biella
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Wasn't wowwed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our server was friendly, but but not helpful: "Everything on the menu is good." "We sell lots of that, so it must be good." He placed our appetizer order but forgot to place our dinner order and came back to see if we'd like to order. The food flavor was good or better, but nothing to make me "have" to come back. The fingerling potatoes were under cooked on both of our orders. Inconsistent quality. I expect more for the premium prices."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 6 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fabuloso
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My sister recommended Biella. My friends and I loved it."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is a great popular spot in prime downtown Excelsior. Food was great, wonderful service in a busy little cafe. We'll be back!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 8 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was perfect,very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was perfect,very tasty! Great service and pleasant location!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful food in a wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Wonderful food in a wonderful setting. Biella offers the perfect balance of buzz while still being able to talk to your partner. Great romantic dinner. The seafood was surprisingly good."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Italian food near the Lake!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been to Biella a few times and consider it to be a very good restaurant. It's located in beautiful Excelsior on Water Street. We had a great dinner there for our anniversary recently and really enjoyed the mussels and the scallops (a perennial favorite) as well as the rib eye and the penne bolognese. It can be a little noisy because of the open space and the plaster walls but it's definitely a charming atmosphere and delicious food. Our waiter, Raymond, was also very professional and attentive."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Biella
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food but it was so loud
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food but it was so loud that we could hardly hear each other."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
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Review 12 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Second time here; food was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Second time here; food was as good as remembered and service attentive. Can get a bit loud inside for conversation and might try an outside table now that it is nice out."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
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Review 13 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went for a special occasion
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went for a special occasion and was very pleased."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 14 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We live in Tonka Bay and it
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We live in Tonka Bay and it is our favorite neighborhood restaurant
Highly Recommmended!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had been here once before
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had been here once before - 2nd trip was just as good - we had an excellent waitress!!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2009
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Review 16 for Biella
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Biella has a limited menu,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Biella has a limited menu, but I appreciated the half-order options, so we could try a few things, and I could still order a glass of wine; all under $60. The salad was great, and my husband enjoyed the shortribs. I opted for 1/2 order of lobster ravioli, with 2 large shrimp, which was delicious. For those wishing to share a larger portion, by ordering an entree, but want to skip potatoes, the restaurant could offer a salad option. Biella's house red was as good as a valipolcella, and was only $5. Though our server was very pleasant, she was disappointed that we didn't order a bottle of wine or an entree each. At the end, she agreed 1/2 orders were a good option, when I said it was our 1st visit. A comp taste of sorbet wd be apprec."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A salad and a small plate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A salad and a small plate is usually enough for dinner. Leave room for wine, coffee and dessert. The waitress was a little off her game but rest was great including food."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
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Review 18 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent, the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent, the 4 of us each had a different entree so experienced the seared tuna, pasta, chicken, and the scallops -- Only issue - the scallops were exceptionally salty but cooked to perfection. Service was excellent. Only disappointment - the noise level. Made conversation extremely difficult."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had another notable evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had another notable evening at Biella. The service provided by Tom et. al. was top notch!
Thank you."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 20 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always great!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Since relocating to Minnesota from NY, we've become regulars at Biella and look forward each week to our dinner there. Mark and the great team at Biella always provide friendly and attentive service and a great menu of meals. If you ever get the chance to go to one of their special dinners (Wine, Arts, etc) jump at the chance - you won't be disappointed!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A dinner treat.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I can't say enough about how great the food and service was. We enjoyed a wonderful dinner and will be back again and again."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Memorable and delicious
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fabulous good and great service! A must do for Twin Coties dining . The short ribs and chicken were exceptional. Ssussge & peppers appetizer and Bruna salad were very memorable. The flavors were all delicious"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
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Review 23 for Biella
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The salad was over salty and
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The salad was over salty and the food was a bit bland, not much for the price."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2013
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Review 24 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our service was wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our service was wonderful and the food was excellent. There were ten in our group and there was not one complaint...only "wonderfuls"."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Biella
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food. Too noisy
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is a great little restaurant with one significant drawback. It is just horribly noisy. Too loud to carry on a conversation. Why do all the guests think they need to yell at each other? This is a problem with lots of restaurants. Biella is not alone. I sometimes wonder if the restaurants encourage this as a means of "turning tables" more quickly. We ate the wonderful food and got out because we could not talk."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
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Review 26 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and very good service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and very good service"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 27 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Recommend
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been there a number of times, always great."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
While we enjoyed our visit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While we enjoyed our visit there were very limited vegetarian options on the menu so we won't come back."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 29 for Biella
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I was not impressed with my
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was not impressed with my entree at all. I ordered the scallops, which came highly recommended (by my family and by our waiter). The scallops were extremely salty and came with frozen peas and pieces of bacon."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic
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Review 30 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's noisy - difficult to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's noisy - difficult to have an intimate conversation so better for a group rather than romantic dinner. Solid performer every time."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Biella
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The noise level got to be
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The noise level got to be extremely loud and I had trouble hearing my wife's conversation. I would not go back there for this reason alone. The food was good but high priced."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
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Review 32 for Biella
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Overall our group's food was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall our group's food was great less a dish or two. I would go back. Fish was outstanding."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
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Review 33 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Italian But So Much More!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was expecting great Italian as I have heard so many great things about this place but it has so many other great selections. A nice array of seafood (the sea bass the best I've had in a while)! A couple men in our group had the steak and commented it was better and like half the price of the steak at the downtown steakhouses! Pastas were great as expected! Desserts homemade as we could tell. Service professional and attentive! Great selection of locally brewed beer. Decor right from the Old World! We will be back very soon! Owner was very appreciative and welcoming. Awesome place!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Biella
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The appetizers were great,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The appetizers were great, but the entrees were not good, overooked and over seasoned. Our hot molten cake was not even warm. To top it off another guest was over served by the bar and fell into our table. This person was also sampling food from the plate of another diner they did not know as described to us after this person fell into my lap. Not what you would expect from a restaurant described as upscale. We had wave down the mgr to talk to someone on staff about this."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
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Review 35 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this small restaurant-
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love this small restaurant- always great, atmosphere as I am I one of those tiny cares in Europe."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went to Biella for our
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to Biella for our anniversary. It was such a great experience from our greeting to the food to the dessert! We will definitely be back for more and are telling all of our friends. It was a very special night thanks to the extra efforts of Biella!"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 37 for Biella
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food but not the ambiance
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been here a few times and have been less impressed with each visit. We have decided not to go back. The food is good, but the ambiance is loud and not the romantic spot we are looking for (and it could be). Their lighting is all on the side walls with nothing in the middle of the room. All of the 2-seat tables are on the side, making them too bright. The larger tables for groups (and kids) are all in the more dimly lit middle. Odd."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 38 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great. Able to sit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
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"Food was great. Able to sit and have a leisurely meal talking with colleagues. Service was great with courses being served quickly. We were able to sit and visit dessert with no pressure. Light Tuesday night traffic."
Dined on 02/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 39 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best in the West! Rivals Downtown!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"From the minute we walked in this place was it! Greeted by the owner and service was professional and non rushed. Scallop and Mussel appetizers were perfect and fresh! We even had a third as I had to try the Beef Tartare. It was right on the money. We split the Caesar and it was perfect. The Seabass melted in my mouth and the Ribeye was as good or better than any Steakhouse! Desserts are made in house they said and I totally believe it! A great place for a date as we had but also would be good for friends or clients! We will be rushing back to Biella! We heard they have a great Happy Hour too!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband and I dined at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I dined at Biella's for Valentines. It a very special place for a pleasant night out!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
WOW!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Another fantastic dining experience at our favorite restaurant west of St. Paul. We fall more in love with the place with every visit. My wife and I started with the mussels and scallops..AMAZING! She also had the chicken ravello and I had the bolognese. We cant wait to bring our friends with next week. Our server was accommodating yet didn't rush us (I cant stand it when a server hovers trying to turn the table). The owner stopped by our table to make sure everything was perfect (He even recognized me from previous visit..:).
We highly recommend this restaurant."
We highly recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 42 for Biella
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Overall Biella was okay, the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall Biella was okay, the food was good, but nothing outstanding. Also, the corkage fee of $25 is above average and only one bottle allowed per table, no matter how many couples at the table. We probably won't be returning, I can have good italian at a lot of other locations at a much more affordable price."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 43 for Biella
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After reading the reviews I expected so much more from Biella. Both my husband and I were disappointed in the subpar food, small portions, high prices and rushed service. In fact we went elsewhere for dessert. We will not be going back again."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2007
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Review 44 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My husband and I recently
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I recently had dinner at Biella to celebrate his birthday. The food was delicious, the wine list extensive, and our server friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife and I enjoyed a terrific
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and I enjoyed a terrific late, Valentine's Day dinner at Biella. The mussels as an appetizer were amazing as was my wife's sea bass and my scallops (the peas were so fresh I thought it was summer time). Plate presentation was beautiful without being too "artsy." The flourless chocolate cake for dessert was perfect. Thank you for an excellent dinner Biella."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 46 for Biella
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Atrocious Service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is the second time I've gone to Biella and had atrocious service. The first time I hadn't had reservations, and this time I did. We were seated promptly and then...nothing. After thirty minutes, someone asked if we'd be helped, and then there was some confusion if we even had a server. We had a mish-mash of servers over the night, so it was hard to know who to flag down during the long breaks between service and there was no body to check back on how we liked our food, if we needed more wine, etc. Our primary server seemed to be the bartender, who had more than enough on her plate to have to shoehorn us in. In the meantime, the owner was seated at the bar, eating and chatting to other patrons."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Biella first visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our visit to Biella was the first time. We had heard about it from friends and Open Table reviews. The dinner was excellent and it was as excellent as everyone said it was. The owner stopped by our table, visited, made the experience feel welcoming and we were important. Customer Service was excellent. Food was wonderful!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 48 for Biella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Busy place day after VDay.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Busy place day after VDay. Waitress needed to be asked for bread, like if they serve it, I also asked for anchovies on my salad after it came, I was told they are served on request. I do not like that, maybe just me. If I order lobster, I expect it to be served with butter, I do not feel I should have to ask for it. Food was great!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 49 for Biella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Biella's was a very pleasant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Biella's was a very pleasant surprise, especially since our first visit was on Valentine's Day. The service was outstanding and the menu quite varied. My braised beef was delicious...moist and tender while my wife's sea bass was superb. A real sleeper was their delicious coffee and their creme brulee was probably the best we've ever had. Definitely will be re-visiting."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 50 for Biella
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
So sorry to report that the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"So sorry to report that the wonderful fresh tasting meals we once had there have gone the way of the carelees chef. Everything was oversalted. I can't bleieve how overly spiced and salty the mussels were and how salty the sea scallops were (a chef really should be careful with scallops cause they are naturally salty right out of sea), and the fish was crazy with citrus zest and salt so that it completely overwhelmed the fish. So sad. I will say that our wine was reasonably priced and perfectly chilled and my husband said his martini was amazing. Go for drinks and happy hour snacks as the location and atmosphere is great."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
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