Bella Siena

Bella Siena was absolutely delightful! The ambiance is charming—right on the water, making it a perfect setting for a relaxing evening. My boyfriend and I sat outside on the patio and had a great time soaking in the views. The wait staff was super friendly and attentive. We enjoyed some tasty drinks, and the pasta? Absolutely scrumptious! Can’t wait to come back.

We stayed at the marina for a weekend. We had dinner and lunch at this place. The food was great, mouthwatering flavor, cooked right. We ordered appetizers and I took a picture of that, when the main course arrived I was so unfocused that forgot to take pictures. Both times!!!! They have outdoor patio, well shaded and protected from wind. We came with two big dogs and there was no problem having them. Highly recommended place, make sure to make reservations!

Everything we ate was delicious. Can’t wait to go back and try some other menu items that caught our eyes. Staff were very friendly. Beautiful water views. Highly recommend.

First off make sure you have a reservation, it took just a couple of minutes to be seated. Ask for CoCo she is the best server, if you’re looking for a cocktail recommendation ask for her margarita on her secret menu (but you better be kind she was an instant fave for us)! My husband and I celebrated our 31st Anniversary here last Saturday and it was such a great choice! The ambiance was amazing, the food was delicious, the service was phenomenal it was super busy but Coco did not miss a beat. She recommended the bread pudding for desert and it was amazing! The night was perfect and we can’t wait to get back there again! Thank you Coco for making our 31st anniversary so special.

Food was excellent. Ambiance was beautiful. Definitely going back. We had the sea-bass and tried the gnocchi pesto added protein with chicken. Drink was the mango honey cosmo-Delicious!

I met a friend for lunch and it took awhile to get seated and the server told me to call my friend to see where he was instead of walking me to where he was. That felt weird. Then we were in the corner and the view was amazing but our waitress was not checking on us and took forever to get her attention. Other than that the food was amazing and accommodating for me when I asked for a dairy free sauce. I got the mushroom ravioli. Highly recommend 👌

A very beautiful place to bring in my 50th Birthday! A beautiful atmosphere, with kind staff that are really attentive. A visit is a must for a great evening.

Times are hard but still wanted to celebrate my birthday by going to “new” restaurant (new to us not new per se). Went to Bella Siena on a Sunday to celebrate. We made a reservation so we didn’t wait at all to get a table and even got to choose the table we wanted. Parking was on the street but there was ample space. Our server, Melanie was very nice and was constantly checking in. Service was amazing. Even my irascible hubby was impressed with the service. We don’t eat a lot so we only ordered an appetizer then went straight to the main course. We had Calamari for starters and it was divine. The coating was just right and it was not at all greasy. And most importantly, the squid was cooked just right so it was not chewy. I had the soup of the day , pumpkin something. I prefer clear soup over creamy soup but I still liked this one. Hubby ordered Kobe beef burger and he loved it! The last time he was impressed with Kobe beef burger was years ago (Garçon restaurant in Graton Casino). The meat was juicy and cooked to perfection. The burger came with an insane amount of fries. The fries were also above par but the amount was meant for more than one person, for sure. I ordered grilled pork chop and it was super yummy. Tasty and tender. I’m not a fan of mashed potatoes but I ate the mashed potatoes that came with the pork chop coz it was really good. Then for dessert, we ordered crème brûlée. I love crème brûlée but this one was extra special. On top of that, Melanie also brought sorbet with a birthday candle on top, on the house. Suffice to say, we left Bella Siena super full. More than that, my heart was full. Little gestures like the sorbet with the birthday candle makes a huge difference. My hubby and I will definitely go back.

The restaurant is beautiful and comfortable; the party room is outstanding. The water views are incredible. Lyndsay, the party planner, is phenomenal, everything ran smoothly form start to finish. The food at this restaurant has always been the best and to make up the menu for the Surpris Birthday party for my husband was easy because I know it would all be great....and it was.... The staff that Lyndsay assigned to our party went way above and beyond normal waitstaff functions. They got to know the guests and anticipated needs. They were ahead of the game at every step. They offered to help us put up our decorations. I can't say enough about this restaurant, food, service, staff and Lyndsay in particular. But plan soon, I hear they may be almost booked up for the Holidays, they are that good! If there was something above 5 Star I would have picked that! Gloria

We were celebrating my wife's birthday and Father's Day. We were seated on the patio since we brought our dog with us to join the celebration. Food was delicious and our server Luna was very attentive. We loved the ambiance and the setting was perfect for late afternoon lunch. We will definitely visit again in near future.

Benicia is a little sleepy town with antique shops and a few restaurants, but for special occasions, you go to Bella Siena. They are located right by the water with beautiful views and exceptional food. We got a window seat inside with a view of the water. They still serve complimentary bread, and it came with a slightly sweet onion oil, which was addicting. The service was excellent and every dish we tried was better than the next. What we ordered: + Arugula salad - even though we ordered one salad, they split this for us in separate plates. This had pears, bleu cheese, and candied pecans. It was the perfect starter. + Pappardelle Allo Zafferano - wide homemade saffron pasta with prawns, mushrooms, and artichoke hearts in a shrimp bisque sauce. This was rich and delicious. + Salmone Alla Griglia - perfectly cooked salmon sits on a bed of yukon potato hash and spinach. Excellent. + Fruit crisp and ice cream and caramel - perfect. Highly recommend for a special night out. BTW prices are very reasonable for this quality of food.

This is my go-to Italian dinner spot during the Benicia Thursday Farmers Market. Shoutout to our fave server "auntie" Dory for being sweet and accommodating to my toddler who is a whirlwind. We tried most of the menu and can't go wrong with any of it- some faves are the calamari, shrimp pappardelle and the risotto- so flavorful and fresh with ample portions. I've heard good things about the osso bucco so gotta add it to the list! The ambiance is beautiful especially if you sit near the back with the windows during sunset. It overlooks the bay and Benicia bridge. There's also outdoor seating. There is free street parking in the surrounding streets.

Ambiance is UNMATCHED! The view from any window seat is amazing on a sunny day. I can imagine it's awesome at night as well. Service is excellent. Attentive but not overbearing. The crowd here is mixed and I love that. Young, old, couples, friends, families, etc. I haven't ever seen young children here but I am sure they are welcome. Food is great! While I wish the menu had more variety, I am always pleased and I can always find something (or a few things) I'd like. We will come back again and again, and bring friends!

Bella Siena was absolutely delightful! The ambiance is charming--right on the water, making it a perfect setting for a relaxing evening. My boyfriend and I sat outside on the patio and had a great time soaking in the views. The wait staff was super friendly and attentive. We enjoyed some tasty drinks, and the pasta? Absolutely scrumptious! Can't wait to come back.

This is a quaint waterfront Italian restaurant in downtown Benicia. The place is clean and organized and the service is friendly and efficient. We went with a birthday party of 8 people. With a reservation, we were seated immediately. But they did move us to the new room after a few minutes to give us a better view of the water and sunset. The food was decent yet not really remarkable. The spaghetti bolognese with sausage had a ton of sauce but few noodles or meat (besides the added sausage). The salmon was good but somewhat lacking in flavor. The free bread was cold; warming that up would be much better. Overall, it's good but not incredible.

I've been here twice now, the first time I ordered the teriyaki skirt steak, I was not a fan bc I'm not the biggest fan of teriyaki and the flavor was definitely overpowering on it The second time I ordered the lobster ravioli which was phenomenal; sooo delicious. The lamb tenderloin is very tender, juicy, and flavorful, that was ordered the 2nd time around bc of how good it is. For dessert we got bread pudding and the lavender orange crème brûlée the first time and tiramisu the 2nd. The Tiramisu is so delicious and amazing, not too strong especially with the coco powder. I wasn't a fan of the creme brulee only bc of the orange/lavender which I'm not a fan of and felt like I could definitely taste the citrus, I did not get to try the bread pudding but it smelled amazing! The service is quick, friendly, we went on a Saturday night and got sat immediately with no wait time, it's by the water, they have two sides of the restaurants I personally like the main one when you enter bc of the ambiance it's very low warm lighting. This is definitely a new go to restaurant!

We came for a late night dinner after a family event. We were able to get the last reservation at 9:45. Although they close at 10- they were so very accommodating and the food was good and hot. We had the calamari, the salad and a couple of the pasta selections. The prawns were large, well seasoned and cooked perfectly. The waitress was very nice, accommodating and prompt. Definitely a great choice for a Saturday night

What, no 6 stars? You know it was a fantastic dinner when we all got up the next morning, looked at each other and the first thing we talked about was how Great the dinner was!! Everything we had was absolutely great. Salads, the bread...all of it. The veal was awesome and huge portions. The rigatoni I will be thinking about all day. The parpadelli was delicious. Even with all of that, totally over eating, I had order envy when I saw the prime rib at the next table. The deserts were awesome! I had the bread pudding, amongst my favorite ever with huge scoop of gillato on top in a bowl of Carmel sauce. The staff was so great. Kristine was an awesome server. My biggest problem was selecting a dinner, she was not a great help as she discusses everything so deliciously with a big smile on her face. We understood when we got our meals, it is all that good. All the staff was great, from drinks to Kristine and table service! Oh yeah. Cocktails were excellent as well!

Amazing!!! Cannot wait to return! Everything was absolutely delicious and the service was impeccable. The drinks were a bit too strong for me. Not their fault, I am a bit of a teetotaler and thought I'd jump back in and I definitely was NOT prepared. Lol My daughter and mother come here often and have always spoken highly of the restaurant. So I gathered three of my four daughters and we came out on a Sunday. We arrived shortly after they opened and were seated promptly. The restaurant has a lovely view of the water. We sat right at the window, which enhanced our experience. The customer service was top notched and our food was indescribably delicious (see photos) I cannot wait to go back!

EXQUISITE!!!! We arrived as soon as they opened...we brought over to the most perfect table with the most perfect view outside!! My linguine had salmon, mussels, clams AND jumbo prawns!!!! Mamma's pesto gnocchi was the best she's ever had. Truly an experience will never ever forget!! Our server from Turkey, was so charming, so funny, so delightful! You've got to come visit and relax and fill up with sensational pasta!!

This review is primarily about the food and price, not about the service. The service was top notch, fast, and we honestly felt really welcomed and wanted at this establishment right as we walked in all the way until we left. They are very open to many kinds of accommodations if you ask for it also. The interior is very beautiful and tidy! It gives a fine dining experience kind of feel. However, this is where I believe there were some discrepancies. The food was great, everything was flavorful, and came out piping out.. but for the price it wasn't really worth it. Our bill was over $100 for a panini that wasn't much of a panini at all.. more like a deli sandwich that had half a grill mark on it. The salmon was good but is it worth the $30? In my opinion, it's not knowing I had better a salmon dish elsewhere for much cheaper. I would come again but when I'm more mentally prepared to spend the $$ or perhaps for a date night.

Tried this spot for the first time and really enjoyed it. I sat outside, which was a nice touch. I ordered the steak skewer appetizer--it was incredibly flavorful and just melted in my mouth. The bread came with a balsamic pickled onion oil, which was surprisingly flavorful. I'll definitely be coming back again!

We read the reviews and came for the sunset view and food! My bf booked reservations in the afternoon for the 6:30 Dinner Slot. And yes, even with reservations, we had to wait 30 minutes. It was very busy. If you come early, a few things you could do to wait would be walk the downtown area and check out nearby shops and community garden. Shops did close early, and it was dark by 6pm. So you might just also wait at the restaurant. Since we did have some more time, we saw the menu outside. Me and my bf contemplated our 1 appetizer and 2 dinner entrees. I ended up ordering this delicious risotto that was so creamy and lemony. My bf ordered the seafood pasta which had lots of mussels in it. Not a lot of pasta, but a lot of mussels. And for appetizer some tomatoes on bread. I forgot the name of it. Then we ordered a hot tea, and a coffee. Yes to coming back here again. I loved their risotto.

Had a really awkward lunch after sending the salmon back. After requesting a new salmon they had a different waitress than the one that had been serving us come out and confiscate the dry salmon and proceed to act like we were trying to get extra salmon like no one wants your nasty dry salmon. When told the interaction was rude there was no apology just more excuses about how we had done something. Getting berated at lunch and then paying almost $500 to dine there was crazy. James our original server was nice but to the woman with the rainbow pens, not everyone is meant to work in the service industry, if you can't speak nicely to customers and learn to apologize you should probably get a new job because your behavior effected the tip. Also as I'm writing this I'm having diarrhea, I'm assuming from your food. So eat cautiously my friends lmao

The food was amazing and the service was superb! The place was decorated beautifully for the holidays. The ambiance was great! I look forward to coming back and trying out more dishes.

Went last night with my wife to celebrate my birthday. We made a reservation and had a little wait once we arrived, but we had such an amazing experience. The restaurant was packed on a Saturday night and lucky for us we were able to get seated in their updated back room. Our waiter was great and food was amazing. We had the calamari and shrimp sauté which was my favorite! My wife got the lobster and shrimp ravioli and it was delicious and flavorful. I got their special which was a steak. Their hibiscus margarita was my favorite and my wife enjoyed the pinapple margarita. Will definitely be back soon!

Came here to celebrate my birthday and it was perfect. From your seat, you can have views of the water. Service was great. The food was amazing. We ordered the crab cakes to share and it was perfect. We both ordered the lobster ravioli and it was amazing. Probably one of the best dishes I've had in a while.

Food was okay, but the price point for the corn chicken pasta was a little much. It was a very sweet pasta and needed a lot of salt and pepper to balance out the sweetness. Service was great and ambiance was beautiful of course.

Came here during lunch on a sunny day and hit the jackpot with a window seat! Service is expeditious and friendly but not overbearing at all. Food is very good. The menu is large enough to satisfy a variety of tastes. Cocktails are well made. The menu has been the same for a while (we visited back in 2023), it would be nice to see some new items. The restaurant is a beautiful space. The music isn't too loud, tables aren't too close, and the white tablecloth is a nice touch. I'd bet this is a great romantic spot for dinner. Patio seating is also available and probably really nice on a warm day.

We have gone here many times and the ambiance is quiet and friendly. There's an outdoor patio and also a room for company and organization gatherings.

I took my family here for Mother's Day. I was surprised they were able to accommodate me. We did get a late reservation @ 8:15pm. I hosted a corporate lunch here a few months back and was excited to share the same stellar experience with my family. I was sorely disappointed. They ran out of bread, so we were unable to order to Bruschetta. We ordered the calamari and it tasted burned because the cook failed to change out the oil. I noticed 1 other table felt the same. My husband's skirt steak was too sweet. It must have been sitting in the marinade too long. All of the other entrees were actually quite good. They also ran out of the Creme Brûlée. The ambiance is was nice. However, the bathrooms were not attended to the entire time we were there. The waste baskets were over flowing with paper towels and I found toilet seat covers and toilet paper on the floor. I understand it must have been an extremely long and busy day; and the staff must have been exhausted; however this doesn't excuse the condition of the restroom. According to our waiter, this is the first major "holiday" that the restaurant opened the private room for regular customers which is essentially doubling the size of the restaurant which would account for all the missing menu items. Because I have dined here before and had a stellar experience, and I know what they are capable of; I will return. However, if that was my first time there, my decision would be different.

Drinks: Hibiscus old fashion was a little disappointing only because it's not what we expected, but it certainly wasn't bad. While they give you a lot of drink for the price, the drink was closer to a sangria in both taste and color. Lavender bloom - pretty good but a little sour. You can really taste the alcohol in this, which I enjoyed . Mango honey - delicious and my favorite! Perfectly sweet Food: Lobster ravioli - I thought it was great overall, however you couldn't really taste lobster. I appreciate how much shrimp you get, but mine was slightly over cooked by maybe 2 min. The sauce is what really makes the dish. Indulgently creamy with a hint of sweetness from the sun dried tomatoes. Great atmosphere and nice staff. Our server, Woodland , was amazing. He was very kind, professional, knowledgeable, and had a bright personality. I would definitely return!

Beautiful place, whether you are dining inside or out. The caesar salad was a hit- briney, crisp and flavorful. Several dishes ordered by our party looked beautiful but were bland and disappointing: crabcakes mushy, pasta dishes bland, cabbage salad flavorless, blackened swordfish unseasoned. Service began well (warm welcome , recommendations provided) but initial ordering was extent of service. Requested items (such as dipping sauce) were never provided. Service did not match elegance of physical restaurant: leftovers shoveled into containers at table, no bag for leftovers, no follow-up on dishes after service. Disappointed and wanted to add to restaurant rotation. Will stick with Sailor Jack's for quality waterfront dining.

This is a top notch dining experience on the waterfront in Benicia. Excellent Italian food, service is exceptional, and the cocktail menu is fabulous. I recommend the seafood pasta dish (it is sooo good) but everything is yummy. It is worth every penny.

Went here for my birthday. Server surprised me with a complimentary champagne toast. Loved the salmon dish and caprese salad.

Beautiful waterfront restaurant. Spent my bday here with my family and we had a wonderful time. Service was excellent. First of all that onion dip with the bread is out of this world! Amazing! We had several refills of it. Drinks were delicious as well. Majority of us had the rib eye which was cooked to perfection, although I was not a fan of the sauce that was drizzled on top, I prefer mine just by itself. The seafood pasta and the Alfredo were the clear winners. We had a wonderful and enjoyable time, we will definitely dine here again.

Nice, casual yet upscale, Italian inspired restaurant located in the historic Tannery Building with panoramic waterfront views. They offer fresh salads, savory pastas, hearty meat and seafood entrees, and daily specials. The spaghetti bolognese had a bit of a spicy kick to it, and was flavorful. Our party also enjoyed the calamari fritti and salmone alla grislia. Service was friendly and accommodating.

Sweet Italian restaurant! My friend and I sat outside and enjoyed a water view ,highly recommend! ! Make a reservation!! Food was delicious. I had the frutta de mare spaghetti and friend had Salmon entree. Service was attentive but not overbearing

Celebrating our anniversary. First time at this restaurant. The hostess was pleasant & friendly and guided us to a window table, beautiful view of the water! The waitress was also very friendly. We both ordered margaritas, i had a tamarin & my husband had hibiscus one, both were delicious and tasty. We both ordered pasta, I had Capellini Pomodoro with chicken, my husband had the Lobster Ravioli plus the house salad, both pastas were perfectly seasoned and delicious, we are definitely coming back!

My husband and I came here for our anniversary. He likes restaurants by the water. You obviously don't get a view of the SF skyline, but it was still nice. We got there right when they opened and the place wasn't that full then. by the time we were half way through our dinner, the place was packed. Our server came soon after we were seated. They brought us bread and an onion infused oil for dipping. It would have been nicer if the bread was served warm, but the oil was good. For starters, we got the clam and mussels in a tomato sauce. Plenty of pieces for the two of us and leftover sauce to dip our bread in. For entrees, my husband got the lamb chops. They were boneless and soooo tender. I need to research how they did that. I got the parpadelle with shrimp. The pasta was al dente and the sauce was perfect. It also came with a good amount of large shrimps. For dessert, we shared a tiramisu, which was a perfect cap to the meal. They also gave us a couple glasses of complimentary champagne since we were celebrating our anniversary. That was a nice touch. I guess they are known for their martinis. I got a Honey Mango Cosmo and my husband got a Pumpkin Spice Martini. We both enjoyed our drinks. Overall, the restaurant has a nice atmosphere with attentive staff and the food was good. There were people there with kids to people like us celebrating. Good place for all occasions.

I haven't been to this restaurant in over a year and I'm happy to report that it's still delicious. 1) My favorite dish is the lobster ravioli that started as a seasonal or lunch special has made its way to the dinner menu and I cannot be more excited! 2) Best bread pudding in the Bay Area!! 3) I wish I would've caught our servers name because she was amazing! And of course the views of the water will always be the perfect backdrop to a date night.

Walked in we had the view of the water and the bridge in the backdrop was a nice touch! We had the calamari, arugula salad, and PAPPARDELLE ALLO ZAFFERANO. The arugula salad was very refreshing and made me wanting more! Our waiter was very friendly with great service! First time in Benicia and I will be back here again!

If you want to impress your date, this is the place to go. With a waterfront view and cozy lighting, this is a beautiful spot to come for a nice meal. I've come time and time again and the servers are always lovely and personable. For a friend's birthday, they offered to provide a free dessert, which was much appreciated. For starters, the onion olive oil dip they provide with the bread is amazing. For entrees, I highly recommend the salmone alla griglia, a perfectly balanced dish. I also like the papparelle allo zaffeeano, which in my opinion has a lighter flavor. If you're looking for something more savory, the penne con pollo is also very tasty. Overall, a very solid place and worth a try for a special event.

food is 10/10 every-time I've eaten there. service is 10/10, the servers are knowledgeable and don't rush you. Ambience 10/10. would highly recommend for bday dinner with family or friends. pricing is decent.

I had the pleasure of dining at Bella Siena on Christmas Eve with the hubby for our anniversary. The restaurant was packed and nicely decorated for the holidays. Staff were friendly and served us promptly. We brought our own wine and the corkage fee was very reasonable. For our starter we had calamari fried to perfection and for our entrees he had the pork chop and I had the lobster ravioli. The pork chop was well prepared and full of flavor as was my ravioli. However, there were far more shrimp than lobster. In fact, I don't think I saw/tasted any lobster. We finished up with the bread pudding and while it wasn't the best I'd ever had it was very good.

Food 5/5 We had the special of the day which was a Cajun Mahi Mahi on a bed of polenta with roasted veggies topped with capers and a beurre blanc sauce. Around it was some type of reduction sauce I can't render the name. This special did not disappoint. It was simply delicious. The fish was moist and flaky. Just enough sauce. Very filling. I ate the plate clean. Service 5/5 Valentino was our server. He was professional, pleasant, knowledgeable and diligent. We wanted to order calamari to go and based on the time we sat down for dining, the time the kitchen closed and joes long it would take for us to get to our destination, he said it wouldn't be the best idea to order this to go. We valued his level of customer service and actually giving thought to what we ordered and all the determining factors. His service was TOP TIER!! The daily specials were told to us when taking our drink orders. Giving us adequate time to think about those in addition to what was offered on the menu. Ambiance 4/5 Both visits we did outdoor dining. Each time the weather was perfect. I can't think of a reason to give the outdoor dining five stars. There was nothing over the top about it. Just nice to have as an option.

Very lovely restaurant in Solano county. Beautiful views of the Bay. Been here a few times and enjoyed the overall ambience. Great place for a date or celebration gathering. Recently reserved for a large party to celebrate a birthday dinner mid week. Was surprised at how busy it was. We were quickly seated. Everyone loved the food, we ordered lamb, risotto, salmon and a variety of pasta dishes. Great dessert menu, my favorite would have to be the bread pudding, yum! We had wonderful servers, can't remember the ladies name but she was very accommodating and friendly!! Would definitely recommend!

Great service, Great food, not too noisy and a good place for a business lunch. Nice views too!

What a beautiful and delicious way to start my 2025. The view is gorgeous, overlooking the water, and the host was amazing. Everyone from the servers to the waitress were kind and very attentive to our needs. The drinks are strong, so if you want something a little sweeter, go with the Moscato. We tried the mushroom risotto as an appetizer and it may have been the white truffle oil, but the flavor was overpowering. We ordered the lobster ravioli, skirt steak, and a chicken linguini to try a bit of everything. The skirt steak was the most amazing piece of steak I've EVER had in my life. I ordered it medium rare and the way the meat just completely melted in my mouth the second it touched my tongue. I doubt I'll ever find something so exquisite again, which is wonderful because it'll give me a reason to go back. The capers in the lobster ravioli and every single bite left me fulfilled and craving more. I hope everyone gets to experience this place at least once in their life.

My husband and I were strolling around and decided it was time for dinner. We sat down at a random bench while we searched food options on Yelp, and no lie-I heard multiple conversations from couples/groups walking down the street saying "I love Bella Siena" or "Bella Siena is my go-to datenight spot". That alone should say enough lol. So, we chose Bella Siena and were able to get seated immediately with no reservation. I don't remember the cocktail I got but guava was calling to me-it was just a tad bit too sweet/syrupy though. They do have complimentary bread and some olive oil concoction that was very yummy, but we also got the bruschetta (I know carb overload), pretty good! My husband got the teriyaki grilled skirt steak-it was perfectly cooked but the teriyaki sauce was veeeery sweet. I got the pecan crusted pork chop, also cooked perfectly but I didn't get much pecan crusted flavor-in fact, the wine reduction on top was also overly sweet. Just a tad bit more saltiness probably would have balanced the sweetness. Both our plates did have great roasted veggies, and the creamy polenta was sooo rich and delicious, I could eat that with every meal, *drool. The service was a bit on the slower side, but it was a really sunny Sunday evening so we wern't the only ones with the same idea of eating at a nice restaurant by the water that day! All in all, although our meals weren't over the top amazing, I would definitely go again if we were in the area.

A lovely place right on the water, with amazing views of the water and blue skies. Can't beat that. The bar area and the couch is cozy, can grab a drink and relax here while waiting for a table. Friendly servers and delicious food. I've enjoyed their salads, swordfish special and pasta and all were good as a glass of wine.

The food is overpriced and overall, the quality is mid to less than average. They cook the salmon very dry, and when one of my guests requested hers be recooked to medium, a whole incident ensued with one of the staff being very rude to our table and berating us. I felt so awful for suggesting the place. Our bill was nearly $500 for lunch for 7 people and we were treated like shit for one simple request. The location is nice but we'll never go back. We'll hit Sailor Jack's next time.

Wonderful restaurant in beautiful Benicia! We came here as a big group of 6 on a Sunday and it was packed so we were seated outside. We ordered the calamari, crab cakes, and cozze and vongole as appetizers to share since we weren't too hungry. We loved all the apps! We especially love the bread and onion olive oil. Our friends enjoyed their pomodoro pasta. For dessert we got coffees, chocolate mouse cake, and crème brûlée. Service was very slow, but other than that, we enjoyed the food and ambience.

Beautiful view and inviting woodsy pretty ambiance. The service was attentive and helpful even though everyone was pretty busy. The food was super yummy and the seafood was very fresh. The tiramisu not as rich as an espresso flavor I hoped and I wished tried the lavender and orange crème brûlée. I will definitely be coming back again in the near future!

First timer here and it was delicious! I had heard about this spot (many times) and it was definitely put on my bucket list. The Gnocchi with Alfredo sauce was amazing! My husband had the Penne Pasta with Italian sausage - he loved it. However, they were out of bread, so that was a damper. Otherwise we enjoyed it all - customer's service was great, ambiance was perfect for the holidays and although we got thethere a little late - they still took care of us like superstars! We will definitely be back in the future. One of the best italian spots on this side of the bridge :)

I called on 6/5 for a Father's Day reservation for 8 people. (To clarify, they seem to take Open Table reservations for parties of 6 or less, but we had 8 people so were forced to call the restaurant directly) Cut to 6/16, when we arrive and are told they have no record of our reservation. We were told it would be a slight wait to get something setup (the place was obviously very busy). Luckily a party of 7 cancelled their reservation right behind us, so we were able to be seated on the patio within 10 minutes. I'm unsure how quickly we would have been accommodated if that hadn't happened. We were told that the party of 7 canceled because of the limited menu that was being served for the holiday. We weren't told about that when making the reservation over the phone, so that added to the confusion and frustration with the whole reservation process. Overall the service and food were good, especially considering how busy it was that day. Although there is a view of the water, it's obstructed by parts of the tent, etc. used for the patio seating. Next time I would probably dine inside and request written/text confirmation of the reservation ahead of time.

How can i not love this place. The food is amazingly tasty ! This was my second time at the restaurant and it didn't the disappoint . I got seated next to the window on my date and it made the experience so much better. Our server Marisol was also very attentive and friendly. From the food to the drinks 10/10