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Interior - La Bella Vita, New York, NY

La Bella Vita

4.4 (287)
$30 and under
Italian
163 Mulberry Street, New York, NY 10013

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La Bella Vita

4.4
$30 and under
Italian
Little Italy

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2 people
19:00

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
La Bella Vita is a classic Italian restaurant in the heart of Little Italy, New York, offering authentic Italian cuisine, brick-oven pizzas, fresh seafood, fresh pasta, and a full selection of wines . Our menu brings together traditional Italian flavors with a modern touch, using fresh ingredients and carefully prepared dishes.

Step inside and enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere that’s perfect for a romantic dinner, family gathering, celebration, business meal, or a night out with friends. From our flavorful appetizers and fresh pasta to our signature entrées and brick-oven pizzas, every dish is prepared with care and served with genuine Italian hospitality.

Whether you’re visiting Little Italy for the first time or looking for a favorite place to return to, La Bella Vita is the perfect place to enjoy great food, drinks, and good company. Come join us and experience a little taste of Italy in the heart of New York City.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch & Dinner Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Cross Street
    Grand and Broom street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Easily accessible by public transportation. Nearby subway stops include Grand Street Station (B, D), Spring Street Station (6), and Canal Street Station (J, Z, N, Q, R, W). Several local bus lines also stop within walking distance of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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Reviews

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4.4

4.4
(287)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

287 Reviews
  1. sophia

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall a really good experience, twas my second time there, I will be returning.

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  2. Nicholas Gold

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Incredible value, prices standard for Little Italy

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  3. Galey Gold

    Washington, D.C. Area27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 June 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The shrimp linguine was amazing and look forward to coming back!

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  4. Johnna

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 November 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! Wonderful to have Italian food in Little Italy! Will definite be back just for the lobster ravioli!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Connecticut1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 October 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time dining in Little Italy and we LOVED it! The food was delicious and the staff were very attentive and friendly! I will most definitely recommend La Bella Vita as a great place to enjoy and Italian meal!!

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  6. Josh Gold

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 October 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely place. Nice staff. Not A+ food but def a fun little Italy experience for the family

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  7. Richard

    San Antonio1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 16 August 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I booked them on open table. Got there and no reservation. THEY DO NOT HONOR OPEN TABLE RESERVATIONS!!!!!!

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  8. Jennifer

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 August 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I found this little restaurant on this app. Whenever we venture into the city, this is where we eat. We love it!

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  9. Haegen

    South Carolina2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gluten free friendly and very kind service. Fantastic restaurant

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  10. Gloria

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with our 2 teenage grandkids. Both are picky eaters. Everything was delicious. Bruschetta and burrata were our favorite but pizza was delicious too

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch & Dinner Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Little Italy
  • Cross Street
    Grand and Broom street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    Easily accessible by public transportation. Nearby subway stops include Grand Street Station (B, D), Spring Street Station (6), and Canal Street Station (J, Z, N, Q, R, W). Several local bus lines also stop within walking distance of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, La Bella Vita is frequently chosen for romantic evenings, with guests noting anniversary visits, a romantic ambiance, and thoughtful wine pairings.

Sunday afternoons during Little Italy's San Gennaro festival are a highlight, guests praise the pizza and lively festival atmosphere at La Bella Vita.

Yes, guests frequently describe the portions as generous, noting plates were plentiful and left parties comfortably full.

Casual dress is the guide at La Bella Vita, neat, comfortable clothing works well, and some guests do dress up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions.

La Bella Vita fills up for festival and peak moments, guests report it being packed during San Gennaro and other busy times, while off‑season visits tend to be much quieter.

La Bella Vita feels cozy and inviting with warm, authentic Italian character; guests call it romantic and family-friendly, and the front windows can open to bring festival energy into the dining room.

Yes, La Bella Vita offers seasonal outdoor seating, and guests have enjoyed dining on the restaurant's outside patio during busy festival days.

Guests have brought dogs to La Bella Vita, reviewers note dog-friendly service, including dining with dogs on the patio and one guest reporting their dog was welcomed inside and warmly accommodated.

Yes, guests report bringing dogs: one guest was even escorted inside and said staff treated their pooch "like the princess she is, " and others simply note it’s dog friendly.

For a calmer visit, choose an off‑season day, guests say they’ll "definitely return on an off-season day" because festival weekends (like San Gennaro) and busy weekends can be hectic and crowded.

Yes, La Bella Vita is family-friendly: many guests bring children and families, and staff have happily accommodated kids (even preparing a child’s spaghetti off-menu).

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La Bella Vita

4.4
$30 and under
Italian
Little Italy

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2 people
19:00
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