BellaBrava

Was craving pasta and walked from the pride parade here and it did not disappoint. Everything is pretty much homemade, the truffle pasta was AMAZING and so was the Tiramisu. It’s hard to pick what pasta you want because they’re all good choices, next time I’m gonna try their pizza because other reviews say it’s really good. Shoutout to Jennifer our server, who was super sweet and took good care of us.

Everything was fabulous! We made reservations but showed up early so we started at the bar for a drink. Draft Peroni was only $4.99 on Happy Hour and the service at the bar was great. Then at the table, my husband and I ordered the lasagna and ravioli and a house side salad. The salad with the honey basil dressing was delicious, and so was the focaccia. We just added some salt and pepper to the oil and mashed all of the roasted garlic with a fork, and that was an amazing dip for the fresh and hot focaccia bread. Both dishes were equally amazing, and neither of us could finish them. We’re already talking about going back because everything was 100% perfect. Our server was fantastic, very friendly, and did a great job with the recommendations. It certainly exceeded our expectations and I can’t wait to try a different dish next time!

I’ve been coming to BellaBrava for almost 10 years, and it never disappoints! The food and service are consistently amazing. Their pizza, salads, and drinks are some of the best around. Whether it’s a casual lunch or a night out, BellaBrava is always a go-to. Highly recommend!

This an American Italian restaurant. Beautiful outside when weather allows. In particular my pomodoro pasta was a putanesca. Still burning 🔥 my mouth. Everything else was good. We paid 160.00 for 2 people with 2 glasses of wine and 2 beers, no deserts. A bit high.

Tampa Bay Food Tours loves visiting BellaBrava on our Beach Drive Food Tour! With roots in Tuscan inspiration, founders Dyce Craig, Michael Venturo, and Robert Sanderson began traveling through Tuscany in 2003—immersing themselves in the region’s traditional cheeses, pastas, meats, seafood, and flatbreads. Their travels sparked the vision for BellaBrava, a casual yet vibrant “New World Trattoria” that blends old-world Italian traditions with modern urban dining. Located along scenic Beach Drive, the space features a long bar, a spacious outdoor patio, and a welcoming atmosphere that seats about 200 guests. Known for its Woodstone oven-baked flatbreads and pizzas, creative cocktails, and extensive 1,000-bottle wine selection, BellaBrava has earned a loyal following. Guests rave about classic Italian favorites like gnocchi, ravioli, and panini—served in an environment that feels both local and elevated. Whether you're a visitor, downtown professional, family, or couple on date night, BellaBrava is a local tradition—and home to one of the longest happy hours on Beach Drive. Over nearly two decades, BellaBrava has grown from a small trattoria into a St. Petersburg icon, offering authentic Italian cuisine, warm neighborhood hospitality, and an unmistakable urban-coastal vibe. Stop by soon and tell them Tampa Bay Food Tours sent you!

Did a Valentines dinner here with my wife. We chose this restaurant based on positive reviews. The food was very good and so was the service. We asked for outside seating and enjoyed the atmosphere. I would definitely go back to try other dishes and would recommend this restaurant. Please visit 2sweetheartsreview on Instagram for more content and reviews and Please tell me where or what you would like me to review next.

For Italian the food was underwhelming. The sauce tasted like it came from a jar. My pasta, which I feel I should have been warned about, was encrusted in bread. The server even said when he dropped it off that no one expects it. My daughter got the lasagna, which had little sauce and no flavor. My husband ordered the chicken Parmesan which was just okay, pasta sauce again not great. The best thing we had were the salads, but the croutons in the Caesar could have been full size, not crumbs.

We had a small celebration my daughter's wedding here they did an outstanding job. Services friendly the food was so delicious Thank you so much.

Came in with some friends for a few snacks and a drink. Started with a white sangria. Loved it. Lots of citrus fruit. Then we had the mushroom pizza. Very flavourful with a nice thin crust. Then we had the deep fried polenta with truffle oil and honey. Was good but the honey overrode all other flavours. The arancini was fantastic. Would come back just for that. Venue is beautiful. Wish it was a nicer evening to sit outside though. Service was prompt and she was able to answer all of our questions re the menu.

Came to Bella Brava on lunch with my colleague. The restaurant itself was overall steady compared to what I typically have seen for dinner. We were greeted rather quickly, but we were seated away from the main entrance and in a smaller private room. I thought it was a little odd, to be honest, considering there were many available tables throughout the restaurant. We were greeted by our server, who was really kind. She recommend the pasta brava, which I decided to go with. My colleague got the pizza and salad lunch. Both dishes were delicious. My colleague brought some of his home, too!

Loved our lunch there this past Sunday! Our server Justin was great. Food came out at a nice pace and we loved everything. The calamari were good, but there's only so much you can do with deep fried squid. Still nice plate of rings and tentacles with some deep fried peppers and lemon too. The meatballs are really good. They are not loaded with breadcrumbs. Definitely full of meat and they carry a little bit of heat. The meatball grinder is probably fantastic with these bad boys inside! The mushroom pizza was a shareable size, nice earthy mushrooms, firm crust supported everything on top of it and had nice chew. The gnocchi with vodka sauce were ridiculous! That sauce is amazing and the gnocchi so pillowy soft! The house made focaccia bread is perfect to not waste any of the sauce.

Our server was excellent and very attentive. It was a group of three of us and we got multiple items to share. Everything was delicious and tasted fresh. My favorite was the prosciutto and Burrata pizza. My only critique is that the complimentary bread was cold and a bit stale but overall great experience!

It's an upscale restaurant in a nice walkable location. Indoor and outdoor seating (outdoors will be noisy with street traffic). Nice menu selections and large drink offerings. Service was good and attentive which we like but not overpowering. The food was good worth a second visit to try some other specialties.

Omg this place is dangerous. Dangerously good! And the service is top notch. I was here a few weeks ago and I literally can't stop thinking about it. The pasta is so delicious. Everything is al dente. My favorite dish was the eggplant Parmesan with the pasta covered in pesto sauce. I'm not a big fan of pesto, but this pesto pasta had me craving for more. So savory. The Bella Brava pasta was also really good. Heavy creamy al dente pasta. Decadent. Peas add a nice touch. Portion sizes are massive so definitely share with someone you love. This place is a really good date night. Highly recommend! They also have some food items for your pets lol

The meal was absolutely exceptional! The Lasagna Bolognese featured layers of perfectly tender pasta, creamy bechamel, and a rich, house-made bolognese, all balanced with fresh pomodoro sauce. The addition of ricotta, mozzarella, Grana Padano, and Pecorino Romano cheeses brought an indulgent depth of flavor, complemented beautifully by the aromatic torn basil. Equally impressive was the Ravioli Genovese: delicate ravioli filled with goat cheese, spinach, and toasted pine nuts, served with a fragrant basil pesto cream. The oven-dried tomatoes added a burst of umami, while the Pecorino Romano rounded it off with a touch of sharpness. Each bite was truly a delight! We made reservations prior to arriving. We sat outside and enjoyed the ambiance. It was a quick, knowledgeable and friendly service. One of our favorites Italian restaurants.

I recently dined at BellaBrava Italian Restaurant, and I must say, it was an exceptional experience from start to finish! The ambiance was warm and inviting, perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion. The decor beautifully combines modern elegance with a touch of rustic charm, creating a cozy atmosphere that immediately makes you feel at home. The service was outstanding. The staff was attentive and friendly, ensuring that our needs were met without being intrusive. They made excellent recommendations and were genuinely invested in making our dining experience enjoyable. Now, let's talk about the food! I ordered the Grilled Salmon with asparagus, and it was absolutely amazing. The salmon was perfectly cooked--flaky and tender, with a delightful smoky flavor that was complemented beautifully by the fresh asparagus. Each bite was a delicious harmony of flavors that left me wanting more. Overall, BellaBrava is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in a delightful setting. I can't wait to return to try more dishes from their menu!

Decent place but their menu is way too limited. Our waiter was also not the friendliest person, the food was okay. We ordered Caesar salad and it had way too much dressing. Too salty. Wild mushroom pizza was also too salty and the cheese was too strong, kind of taking away from any other flavours. I would probably not return here.

The ravioli is amazing. Service was excellent. Beautiful atmosphere and the house salad is a must! Get the Italian dressing on it. The bread and garlic oil combination was great. Good location for a day of fun.

A consistently favorite for us when we are in St Pete. The only sad part is that they don't have cannoli for dessert. They used to but got rid of it. Love their fresh pasta, short rib, Caesar salad, arancini appetizer...the list goes on, it's all great!

Waterfront meal. Awesome Italian food. Lovely outdoor seating. Brought my parents here on a Thursday evening for dinner. We were seated outside under an umbrella. Great setting for outdoor dining. The food was great. My husband and dad had chicken parm. I had eggplant parm and mom had the truffle pasta. Everything was good quality and tasted authentic. The moscato was also very delicious. Highly recommend taking a walk down the pier after dinner.

Classic Italian American dishes executed well! The place was hopping for dinner and we were seated among other large parties. The noise levels were a little high but after a while, I acclimated and the other conversations faded away. Service was prompt, friendly, and accommodating. There were too many things on the menu that I wanted to try but I eventually opted for the eggplant parmesan and was not disappointed. First, I was surprised by the portion size. HUGE! I knew I was going to take some, if not half, of it home. On a different day I could have demolished the parm and the delicious bucatini pesto, but we had eaten lunch late and I was saving room for dessert. If I am in the area again, I would definitely revisit!

Our meal was fantastic. I highly recommend the Calabrian Shrimp as a starter. We didn't have pizza, but they sure looked great. Yes, the meal was great, but even better was our server, Suzanne. Definitely a reason for a second visit!

I went earlier today with my wife. We ordered a 4 cheese Pizza a Lasagna and a Tiramisu. The Pizza was very good. The Lasagna was horrible and the Tiramisu was even more horrible. We complaint with the waitress and she said that the Tiramisu is American Style. When we ordered she never told us that the Tiramisu will be different tan the one you expect in an Italian Restaurant My question is if I'm in an Italian Restaurant should I have to ask if the Tiramisu is different than it should ? The price was like 13.00 for ONE slice. The ambience was fine although very cold.

Fun place to go on a date night, or with friends. Food is always good. Last time I went they were pretty busy, so our server disappeared a lot.

Excellent cuisine and service My favorite is the wedge salad. Fantastic filthy martinis!

Once again, Bella Brava delivered!! So goooood. My friends and I sat outside and the service was really good My truffle pasta was rich, creamy and decadent. Not pictured are a couple of house salads, they were fresh and delicious. Something I love about Bella Brava is that it just feels ~cool~ to be there, and a big part of that is the music they play! Seriously, we thoroughly enjoyed the alternative, chill techno vibes.

The service was top tier. The food was good, but didn't taste as authentic as if prefer. Their calamari is top tier. The ambiance is clean and modern. This restaurant showed love and respect when we got there an hour before closing. I would go back They have outdoor seating and in a very walkable neighborhood.

GREAT service- not so great food. The meatballs were INCREDIBLE, probably some of the best I've ever had. That being said, the pizza was AWFUL- probably some of the worst I've ever had. We had the margarita and it was wet, and had little to no flavor. Truly disappointing bc the location of this restaurant is incredible, just maybe don't try the pizza. ‍

Food Service Drinks Ambiance Staff is friendly. Service is great. Drinks are yum. Hot honey pepperoni pizza, gnocchi, and tiramisu are my go-to's here. Been a few times and never disappointed.

The food here was all delicious and the service was incredible. It's in such a nice location and looks beautiful inside as well. It is a bit pricey, but it's the perfect place for a nicer dinner.

Their pizza needs more flavor, probably more garlic, it tastes too bland to be an Italian pizza. Their Sangria tasted really watered down. Calamari was decent and salad was good. The service was quick and the ambiance was cozy.

Ambiance of the death was very nice I sat outside with my family. It's cool being outside and get to see what's going on outside. Service was good. Not great. But good. Now for the food, if you are a fellow pasta/italian food connoisseur like myself, this place is awesome and food was delicious. My husband didn't like the food but that's because he doesn't like pasta. This place is great. Just a little pricey.

My family and I eat here every time we visit St. Pete. The pizza and wine selection are fantastic. Jamie our server was lovely. The music was a tolerable.

Amazing food. This pizza was a well worth choice and considering the location, this is not pricey at all! Thank you!!!!!

Great food. Best chicken Parmesan in Florida. Lasagna was good too. Reasonable prices. Wonderful service. She is amazing.

This restaurant in St. Pete was very pretty and had a lot of seating! I liked how the bar was set up at the front of the restaurant, it would be nice to come back later in the evening. The pasta with the eggplant Parmesan was very cheesy and creamy, would recommend. I also enjoyed the mix of sweet and savory flavors of the hot honey pepperoni pizza. Overall pretty good:)

Bella invites you in on the corner intersection of beach and second. They are conviently situated for the area and offer ample seating out front and corning around their building. A outdoor choice will be relaxed ambiance and indoors for a more refined but casually formal experience. The service is commendable and left me refreshed as that is what service should be like everywhere. Our meal portions were generous which matched their price point well. The food presentation was visually appealing. My Bucatini pasta was notably fresh and tasted like it was made within a few hours of my visit. The meatballs are well-seasoned and delectable. Bella is an excellent choice for special occasions or date nights. Perfect place if you want leave a positive impression and ensure an enjoyable time.

Stopped in here for happy hour and to wait out some rain. Had a very nice experience complete with well priced wine and tasty bruschetta! Excellent service and a nice relaxing ambiance. Would come back for sure!

Our night at Bella Bravo with friends last week was wonderful. Food was delicious as usual. I always order the pasta special Pasta Brava. It's always so creamy and tasty. Also a big serving for leftovers the next day. I frequently order the mocktail which is a frozen strawberry lemonade, so tasty and refreshing, especially on a warm day. This particular night we ate inside because it was a cool night here in St Petersburg. It's a beautiful restaurant inside and out and always great service!

Jessica was the bomb.com! Everything was amazing!! The food and the service was excellent. I will be back very soon!

Service Ambiance Cocktails- strawberry balsamic Food- SpaghettiMeatballs & Chicken Parmesan

Decided to head to St. Petersburg for dinner and stumbled into BellaBrava and may I say... Bravo! From the delicious food to the amazing service since we walked in the door. I can't complain when i'm served with positive vibes from the beginning. Big mahalo ( thank you ) to our server Ariana for the amazing service and the helpful suggestions and also to the staff the catered to us. Special thank you to the cooks for making me go home with a full stomach. Greatly appreciated. All in all I would recommend checking this place out. Good service, Good food, Full stomach. Personally that meets my check marks .

BellaBrava is a great place to sit and eat outside. Gabriella was a great waitress. I sat with my group on a night that was warm enough to sit outside but cold enough to require the outdoor heaters, which made the sitting area cozy. There is a funny Dali painting in the bathroom in which his eyes are at face level while you are watering the plants. The Pasta Pesto Rosso is made of a red pesto. I was warned in advance. It was ok. I took most of it to go. The Caesar salad add on was good. The burger is pretty good. They are good about asking how you want things and explaining the menu.

WOW! I've only heard great things from here and It is all true! I had a 6pm reservation on a Saturday night and it was already pretty busy. The inside is split up into different rooms/spaces and it really makes for a cozy ambiance and not too loud. Our server was Eric and he was great. We ordered a Red Ale off the rotating draft beers and an espresso martini. Eric recommended the Arancini for an appetizer which was so good I scarfed it down. For our mains we got the Trattoria Chicken Parmesan which was *chefs kiss* and the Spicy Pasta Arrabbiata that was delicious (and vegan!!). Portions were large and filling, plenty for leftovers for later.

I am a huge pasta fee! love trying different pasta/Italian places... I was so excited to come here cement. It would've been a classy and. high-level plus experience I was very disappointed... My drink was very average and my pasta was a big letdown ... I've had better pasta coming out of a box... Unfortunately, I'm hoping they were having a bad day. I will maybe give this one more chance and a review will follow... service was fine, which is why they got a 2.

‼‼‼We Love you, Bella Brava! My in-loves lost their home to hurricane Helene and have been living with us until they can settle into independent living. They are 87 and 86 years old. We had some sense of normalcy last night dining at your restaurant. We thank you for taking such good care of us.!!!!!!

Enjoy the outside tables to people watch. Food is excellent and reasonably priced. Service is good.

We went after going to the St. Pier on a busy night. We were unsure whether to dine here or not because it looked like the wait might be a while but we really wanted to give it a try. We were told it was a 30 minute wait but after 10 minutes, we were seated at a table outside. We each tried something different, the meatballs, the polenta fritti, the gnocchi, the lasagna, and the Crostata. Everything was very good but the polenta fritti needed a bit of salt as the flavor was bland. The hosts and server were great as well. Thank you for a good experience!

Food was very good. Pizza crust perfectly cooked, honey pepperoni flavorful, also had the Caesar salad which was large and very flavorful. The smashed avocado toast was good, egg a bit overcooked for my taste, also it was a bit bland.

Had just pizza and asked for a wine pairing which hit the spot. Pizza was ultra thin which we love with crispy crust. We did margarita and pepperoni and it was gone 4 writhing 7 people. We also got a tiramisu cake which had less espresso and more fluff which was also great. It was my birthday week so we got a candle too just by saying so. Pizza is a must here.

Great spot for a date night or girls night if you are craving wine and pasta! We started with the bruschetta, which would highly recommend. The truffle pasta was absolutely delicious as well. I would recommend ordering pasta over pizza here. Our service was great and our waitress did a wonderful job of helping us pick wine and a pasta option. Definitely request an outside table where you can people watch and enjoy the views of downtown st Pete!

I took a client to dinner here tonight and we enjoyed several items of the menu. The server was knowledgeable and made suggestions as well. We were off to the side room of the restaurant, so it would have been nicer to be in the main room but at least we were near a window. We enjoyed the beef carpaccio and arancini to start and they were both fantastic. I did order some additional toast points for the carpaccio which went well with it and great to share. We both enjoyed the eggplant Parmesan and were very pleased with our selections. I did modify my side to have a different pasta noodle and pomodoro sauce instead of the bucatini with pesto which my client ordered. I'd definitely recommend this place again as the food was delicious and reasonably priced for what we ordered.

I visited Bella Brava for the first time, and we absolutely loved the food. Friendly and fast service. It's the closest pasta I've had to what I experienced in Italy! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal, and it's a perfect spot for hosting large groups. If you're a pasta lover, this place is a must-try.

We ate outside, my first eating at this place, they have a Honey Pepperoni pizza. Yeah, I know it sounds odd, but our waitress, Valerie (sp, sorry) suggested it. She was not wrong! Try it!!!! Husband had eggplant parmigiana was great also. But Valerie was INCREDIBLE!!!!

Phenomenal gnocchi! The stuffed gnocchi alla vodka was all you could ask for. Delicious sauce and gnocchi. It has mushrooms but that didn't add much (if thats what you're looking for). Wines are a little expensive but beers and cocktails are reasonable. I will definitely be back to try more. They also have 6 TVs near the bar area tuned to sports (Rays and March Madness when I was there). Food 4.5/5, Value 4/5, ambience 4.5/5.

Came to celebrate a birthday and had a great experience! We called to make a reservation for 5 people and got availability on the same day. They give out complimentary bread and butter and the butter was delicious. It was seasoned with herbs which paired perfectly with the fresh warm bread. For entrees I got the cheese stuffed gnocchi in vodka sauce. The sauce was delicious, but I felt the gnocchi pieces were a little too cheese filled, but that's just personal preference. A good combo was finishing the remaining bread with the vodka sauce. Finally for dessert we mentioned we were celebrating a birthday and the server brought out a complimentary tiramisu. It was so delicious, probably one of the best tiramisus I've had. Overall it was a great experience. Service was quick and the staff were very friendly, and the food was good!

Bread and spread - WOW! Bread was warm and chewy and spread was absolutely out of this world! We ordered a second helping just to take home. Garlic and oregano - hmmm.... Hot honey pepperoni pizza - WOW! Where to begin? The first two bites it comes across as sweet but parfumey - but then that quickly fades and it's very inviting! Love the honey twist! Honey is sourced locally in Myakka and chili's are from Italy according to the server. Would certainly recommend. At first I thought the liquid on the pizza was oil but I actually think it was the honey haha Old Fashioned (Always In) - Good pour but definitely a knock for not only excluding the cherry but saying it comes with one on the menu and then not providing one! Double knock to the OF connoisseurs who wait for this. Eggplant parmesian with a side of pasta - pasta was fairly dry but tasty. Worth getting a side of red sauce for moisture (which was to me creamy with a little kick but and average but still good. My wife was obsessed with it however). Eggplant was absolutely AMAZING! 5 STARS ALL THE WAY!! Service was slow at first but hostess came over to apologize about the communication hiccup and took ownership which was refreshing. Service was attentive and personable after that. Would definitely try the Arabiatta next time along with the black truffle, soup, and caprisi. Overall 4-4.5 stars.