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Casa Bella
Casa Bella (formerly known as Villa Capri) is a contemporary Italian/Fusion restaurant located in beautiful San Miguel Ranch in Chula Vista. Our menu features modern preparation of classic Italian favorites with a touch of Latin influence.
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With a large enclosed patio and weekend entertainment, Casa Bella is the perfect neighborhood restaurant offering a warm welcome to new visitors.
Enjoy live entertainment every weekend at Casa Bella including Flamenco, Salsa, Merengue, Spanish Guitar, Smooth Jazz, Reggae and Karaoke.
Casa Bella has various options for you to bring contemporary Italian/Fusion flavor to your private events in our private room or spacious enclosed patio.
24 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 24 reviews
5 stars
(8)
4 stars
(11)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- romantic(14)
- neighborhood gem(12)
- good for groups(11)
- special occasion(11)
- fit for foodies(9)
- notable wine list(6)
Casa Bella Reviews List
Review 1 for Casa Bella
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a wonderful time. There was a live band in the bar area, but they weren't so loud that we were distracted from our Valentines dinner. The food was amazing and the service was prompt, but not overpowering. The waiter seemed to show up exactly when needed, but not too often. I would definitely recommend Casa Bella to anyone."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Casa Bella
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We were very impressed with the service, the food was excellent and very reasonable. The entertainment by Mario Oliveras was amazing. It is quite a distance from our house but well worth the trip. We will recommend this to all our friends and will be back again."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day Brunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoyed the brunch, but I did expect some Italian dishes since it is an Italian restaurant."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 4 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"our waitress was awesome but the food was sub par... I would go back to have some drinks at the bar but not to eat."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 5 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This has been one of our favorite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This has been one of our favorite restaurants since it opened and even though it has changed owners it is still a very good place for a great dinner!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 6 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Easter Brunch was very
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Easter Brunch was very nice. The service was very good and the waiters were very attentive and ready to serve your needs.
The food was very good not a very large selection but sometimes that just drives you crazy trying to see what to eat. They had a good selection of brunch items that was enough to meet your breakfast needs. The omelets were very good the cook made them exactly as you would like. They also have some ala carte items on the menu for the person that does not like the typical brunch which was nice."
The food was very good not a very large selection but sometimes that just drives you crazy trying to see what to eat. They had a good selection of brunch items that was enough to meet your breakfast needs. The omelets were very good the cook made them exactly as you would like. They also have some ala carte items on the menu for the person that does not like the typical brunch which was nice."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Never again!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"$21 is pricey for a very mediocre brunch menu. Therewas not a whole lot of choices. Carbs, carbs and more carbohydrates. The dessert selection - one. The fruits - one tray, that they could barely stock with slices of cantaloupe, honey dew, pineapple and some grapes."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
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Review 8 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We've eatent here dozens of
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've eatent here dozens of times and it's always very, very good. Food is great and service is almost always impeccable! This time our server seemed a little distracted and was not as attentive as could have been, but we still had a very nice time."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
1st. Visit , great atmosphere,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"1st. Visit , great atmosphere, food, service. Excellent family management. Costomer friendly...... Will recommend and be back"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Romantic Place for a Date
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My boyfriend and I had our dinner here for Valentine's Day. Our server Michael was awesome! He was very friendly. Food was great until we got to dessert. For entree I had the rack of lamb and my boyfriend had the steak and lobster. Both were delicious! However when we got to dessert, Michael told us that we ended up with the emergency batch of Tiramisu because they didn't expect to run out. Him saying that would explain why the dessert tasted funny. It was like eating wet bread soaked in water! Also, the server who was serving water and bread kept walking by our table totally ignoring the fact that I needed a refill of water. I never got the refill and I ended up drinking my boyfriend's water. J Dean Live who provided the music was awesome!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Stay Away
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The pre-planned menu was lacking, the food was terrible and the service was even worse. Way too expensive for the quality of food and service you receive. Stay away."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 12 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great restaurant. I was pressed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great restaurant. I was pressed for time in finding a restaurant for Valentine's Day, and Opentable came through with this restaurant in Chula Vista. It's a little out of the way from downtown areas, so there was no wait time for our tables. I would definitely go again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Had a group for a birthday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a group for a birthday party. Brought our own wine since they only have a reasonable corkage fee. Very disappointed with the service. Waiter seemed lost most of the night, never brought out bread and a couple of guests waited over 15 minutes for their main course after their salad. The waiter forgot to bring wine from our case and opened bottles from their own cellar. The food and the live band kept the evening from becoming a disaster....not our first time here, but definitely better for smaller groups..4."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2007
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Review 14 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
As a new resident of Chula
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As a new resident of Chula Vista I enjoy the friendly atmosphere and excellent service of Casa Bella. The menu has expanded and always includes a weekly specialty. The steaks are as good as it gets and I'd eat one here before choosing Ruth's Chris or Mortons."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always nice to eat at this
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always nice to eat at this place! Our waiter is great always checking on us..."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Casa Bella
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I really enjoy eating there, food was very good, good service, live music was awesome! I went with a group of friends and we all loved it!
They have different sections that could fit you depending on what type of ambient you prefer for the occasion."
They have different sections that could fit you depending on what type of ambient you prefer for the occasion."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Casa Bella
Based on the average of (8) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic