La Bella Italia – Italian
Stepping into La Bella Italia feels like a getaway to the Italian coast, where the warm glow of the dining room is matched by the inviting aroma of herb-dusted focaccia and sizzling seafood. Plates of golden fritto misto and charred, tender octopus bring the vibrant spirit of the Mediterranean to the table, while steaming bowls of mussels and clams celebrate the ocean’s bounty. It is a place where every bite—from the crisp snap of a classic bruschetta to the fresh brightness of a Caprese salad—invites guests to linger over a shared, soulful feast.
Laskin Road https://lbilaskin.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, low-carb, gluten-free, high-protein, keto, dairy-free, vegan, mediterranean, pescatarian, sugar-free, diabetic, plant-based, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, detox, alkaline, tlc, raw-food, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, sirtfood, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its intimate setting and mouth-watering cuisine, guests frequently choose La for special occasions. Standout dishes include the fresh, delicious salads, which reviewers highlight for being perfectly prepared and flavorful. Visitors consistently praise the friendly and attentive service, noting that the warm atmosphere and well-crafted menu make for a truly memorable dining experience.
Menu
Antipasti
- Focaccia - $9: Extra virgin olive oil, rosemary, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fantail Fried Shrimp (3) - $13: Crispy fried shrimp with signature dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fantail Fried Shrimp (6) - $26: Crispy fried shrimp with signature dipping sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fritto Misto (Fry Mix) - $18: Calamari, shrimp, cherry peppers, borrowed sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Bruschetta Tradizionale - $13: Homemade country loaf, fresh basil, tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Cozze E Vongole - $19: Sauteed mussels and clams in tomate fumé Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Polipo Alla Griglia - $19: Grilled octopus, citrus vinaigrette, olives, capers, heirloom tomatoes, herb infusion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
Salads
- Caprese - $15: Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, fresh basil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic
- Cesare - $13: Anchovies, shaved parmesan, rustic croutons Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Casa - $11: Spring mix, kalamata olives, capers, carrots, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parmesan, citrus vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Il Greco - $13: Romaine, feta, sicilian and calamata olives, red onion, tomato, cucumbers, olive oil, oregano, lemon and cherry peppers Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Insalata Di Cavolo - $13: Baby kale, apples, dried cranberries, roasted pecans, maple-dijon vnaigrette Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Sirtfood
Wood-Fired Pizza
- Sorella Maggiore - $19: White pizza with fresh mozzarella, fried shrimp and borrowed sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Margherita - $16: Tomatoes, mozzarella, basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Parma - $19: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto, topped with fresh arugula and parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Vegetariana - $18: Grilled vegetables, cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Funghi - $19: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, wild mushrooms, sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Carni - $19: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pancetta, soppressata, sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Pasta & Such
- Ragu Di Cinghiale - $30: Broadleaf wild boar shoulder braised in red wine, tomatoes and aromatics over pappardelle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Cavolo Nero Con Penne - $25: Kale, guanciale, pecorino, agli olio Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Sirtfood
- Linguine & Clams - $26: Wine-butter sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fiocchi e Mele Caramellate - $27: Ricotta-stuffed 'purses' of pasta rosemary gorgonzola-cream sauce, caramelized apples, cippolini, sausage, roasted pecans Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Fusilli Gamberoni Alla Vodka - $25: Shrimp and fusilli pasta, smoked bacon, vodka sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spaghetti Con Polpette - $20: Meatballs, tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Carbonara Con Bucatini - $23: The Roman classic with creamy egg yolks, cracked black pepper, pecorino, crispy guanciale Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tortellone di Porcini - $27: Porcini-filled tortellone, balsamic-sage butter, smoked pancetta, mushroom medley Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Zucca con Gamberi - $25: Butternut squash and sage cream sauce, sauteed shrimp, Molisana rigatoni Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Rigatoni Alla Bolognese - $22: Rigatoni pasta with meat sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $21: Mozzarella, basil, pomodoro sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Lasagna - $21: Traditional meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pasta Aglio Olio or Pomodoro - $14 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
Old World Flavors
- Pollo Piccata - $25: Lemon-caper sauce, artichokes, spinach with linguini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Vitello Piccata - $28: Scaloppine, lemon-caper sauce, artichokes, spinach with linguini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Pollo Marsala - $25: Marsala, crimini mushrooms, truffle oil with linguini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Vitello Marsala - $28: Marsala, crimini mushrooms, truffle oil, with linguini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cacciucco - $36: Rockfish, clams, mussels, calamari, shrimp, fennel, potatoes simmered in pomodoro fumet Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
Fish
- Salmone Alla Piastra - $29: Pan seared salmon, fried tomato, lemon-basil risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fresh Catch: Pan seared, rosemary polenta, roasted cippolini, artichoke, tomato and sicilian olives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Meat Courses
- Chicken Parmigiana - $24: Breaded cutlet, fresh mozzarella, house tomato sauce, linguine pomodoro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veal Parmigiana - $27: Breaded cutlet, fresh mozzarella, house tomato sauce, linguine pomodoro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bistecca Di Manzo - $36: (14oz) Aged ribeye, oregano roasted potatoes, sautéed arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Osso Buco Affumicato - $31: Smoked veal shank, tomato demi glace, wild mushroom saffron risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Sides
- Roasted Potatoes - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Sautéed Spinach - $7 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Brussels Sprouts - $9 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Meatball - $7 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Side Pasta - $9 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Sauteed Kale - $9 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Sirtfood, Candida, Lectin-Free
Beverages
- Peroni
- Stella Artois
- Bartenura Vino Rosso d'Italia (Glass) - $7
- Torre di Luna Pinot Grigio (Glass) - $6.5
Frequently Asked Questions about La Bella Italia
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This restaurant offers an upscale experience with an intimate setting and well-crafted menu, frequently chosen by guests for special occasions.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- This 4.0/5 rated Italian restaurant offers an intimate atmosphere for special occasions, featuring attentive service and highly praised fresh salads.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- La Bella Italia has an average rating of 4.0/5, with guests praising its intimate setting and mouth-watering cuisine.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the intimate setting, friendly and attentive service, and standout dishes like the fresh, flavorful salads and mouth-watering cuisine.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- La Bella Italia specializes in authentic Italian cuisine, featuring Mediterranean-inspired dishes like fritto misto, grilled octopus, and traditional pasta.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its intimate Mediterranean coastal atmosphere, attentive service, and diverse menu featuring fresh seafood and salads.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for La Bella Italia.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact La Bella Italia through their official website at https://lbilaskin.com.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include herb-dusted focaccia, fritto misto, charred octopus, fresh salads, and seafood specialties like mussels and clams.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, mediterranean, paleo, dairy-free, low-carb, and high-protein across its Italian menu.