Alex K.
Yelp
To give this experience a 5 star rating seems criminal. I think that Bettola has just completely broken the scale and blown it out of the water in every conceivable way. Bettola is a 10/5 restaurant.
From the get-go, we walked in without a reservation on a Saturday night (whoops), but Johnson, our bartender/waiter/mixologist/historian/conversationalist graciously offered for us to sit at the bar. Sitting at the bar would kickstart the best dining experience I've ever had. I love food and I love trying new places, and Bellatola checks EVERY box and then some. From start to finish, the experience was phenomenal and there isn't a single thing that I have the slightest complaint about. I ordered the arrabiata and my girlfriend ordered the rib tip lasagna. Both dishes were absolutely bang on. Perfect flavors, unique combinations, and just so ridiculously freaking good. I wanted to cry when my plate was cleaned. The entire time we were there, Johnson juggled a million tasks while being the most engaging staff member I've ever met at a restaurant. That man is a gem and just emanates positive energy. He's a super intelligent and well-versed guy, and the conversation with him was great.
And then, the cherry on top of our experience. Two wonderful words uttered by Johnson. "Honey cake". It was so delicious that I'm planning on driving back up for the sole purpose of picking up a cake. Paired with their house made limoncello and limecello, this was the perfect end to what was already a fantastic dinner.
On the hour drive home, my girlfriend and I couldn't stop talking about what an experience it was. We were both just completely blown away. We've mentioned the honey cake to each other no less than 10 times today. I can't say enough positive things about Bettola. This place has cemented itself as the best experience I've ever had at a restaurant thanks to the phenomenal staff, incredible food, perfect ambiance, and an experience that is guaranteed to blow your mind in more ways than you think. I'll be coming back as often as I can.