Maribella Ristorante

EXCELLENT!!! Food and service were impeccable. Dining room was a bit loud and we had to speak loudly to be heard, but the atmosphere was classy and the seats were very comfortable. Our waitress was friendly and knowledgeable. Made us feel right at home. Our food was DELICIOUS!! I ordered the cioppino. The broth was perfect. I also ordered a caesar salad and vegetables. Mmmmm.... perfect. Very well seasoned veggies. Highly recommend the ribs and mashed potatoes. Even my son's pepperoni pizza was a level above. Very quality experience.

This place has great atmosphere, and the food is always wonderful. They have a wine of the month club that makes a great gift as well. One of our go-to spots when we want to show a guest around town. Update: We just went for dinner to celebrate my birthday, and staff went above and beyond to make it special!! Check out their monthly special. Hands down one of the best meals of my life.

My husband and I were celebrating his birthday here. It’s very sweet that we received a $10 gift card from the restaurant. The atmosphere was really enjoyable, the food was delicious. Especially the sea food pasta we ordered was definitely fresh made.

We had an absolutely wonderful time! Our waitress was so kind and attentive. The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was both elegant and serene. We certainly look forward to visiting again.

I am in town for a work conference and my team came to Maribella Ristorante tonight to eat dinner. The atmosphere, wine and my Osso Buco was INCREDIBLE. But I really wanna take a moment to admire our waitress, Olivia. Her service was nothing less than spectacular. She was so polite, knowledgeable and overall a delight. Right away she asked if there were any dietary restrictions and I told her I can’t have walnuts. She remembered that and made sure to update me every time she served us a new dish, even when the food items weren't mine. I appreciated her so much for being so mindful. She also made some great recommendations and gave in depth details of each item, we could tell she really understood each food item and it’s flavors. Olivia made our dining experience a wonderful one and I thought it was important to share that. While the food and drinks were amazing, it was the service that impressed me the most. Thank you! 😊

I live in the Boston area, and I had to go to Sioux Falls to find the best gluten-free pizza I’ve had yet. Lots of good options for people with gluten sensitivities, and my server was very friendly and knowledgeable. The prices are a bit high, but it’s justifiable for North End-level Italian food in South Dakota.

Some of the best food you can get. Everything was great start to finish. The environment was lively but had a calmness to it. Everyone was friendly. Our server Brittany was phenomenal - very knowledgeable on wines and giving recommendations on both drink and food. Highly recommend!

Had an awesome experience! We had a great group of servers who gave us suggestions and answered questions. I had the lobster, and it was amazing. The quality and quantity of lobster meat was incredible. This was definitely a treat.

It's a really nice place, not far off Philips. Inside is lovely, open kitchen and high ceilings We had a very nice waitress and service was excellent. Food was good as well. We ordered the meatball appetizer and the meat charcuterie board. For our mains we had the squid ink pasta and the eggplant parmigiana Food was amazing. Everything was delicious and cooked perfectly. Only issue was their vent hood had stopped working so the restaurant was full of smoke. They made the decision to stop cooking meat or anything grilled so we're not able to try any of that. The smoke was too much for my wife, she couldn't eat and didn't enjoy her food very much after a while. Service was great, our waitress was so nice, very attentive and friendly. Had a nice chat about Music, really saved the experience. Was not their fault, things happen, and they stopped but my wife is sensitive and it was too late. Would definitely come back and try again!

When I went with a reservation we didn't get seated for 30 minutes. We then also didn't get our appetizer until an hour after being seated. This place is BUSY! Despite the long wait I will say that it is totally worth the wait. There was not 1 dish that we had that wasn't a hit at our table. Cocktail: NIENTE NOCI was the perfect holiday in a cup drink. Appetizer: The FIGURA E BURRATA CROSTINI was a great option for everyone and then we shared a pizza, because we just had to try it! We had the BERETTA pizza which had 3 different types of meat and would highly recommend trying. Entree: I had the TAGLIATELLE AL BURRO which had a some spicy flavor to it that I really enjoyed. My husband got the short rib which was also very good. Dessert: We had the special of the night which was the TORTA DI NATALE. It did say it had raspberry but I didn't taste any of that. Either way, it was a delicious way to end the meal.

Definitely worth the price tag! My friend and I were craving Italian so we decided to give Maribella a try. We noticed it was fine dining and were ready to see if it stood up to its hype. Upon arriving, we were asked if we had a reservation-- we did. The restaurant has an Italian rustic yet modern style to it. We were promptly seated and assigned a friendly server. We had previously already has cocktails, so we were only there for food and that's what we ordered. I ordered the Nero pasta which is a squid ink pasta, drenched in a creamy lemon-garlic sauce, topped with seared scallions and some cherry tomatoes. The whole dish came together and wow, it was delicious. I believe this has been the best pasta dish I've ever had, well worth the $40 price tag on this. I had left overs for the next day and it was still just as good. My friend ordered the risotto de mare, seafood risotto and her dish was also delicious and was absolutely satisfied. We left Maribella satisfied and hoping to come back!

My husband and I dined here on our anniversary. This is a lively restaurant, known for good food and service. Our server was new to his role, but clearly well-trained already, and was friendly, helpful and consistent without being overly present. We enjoyed all courses of the evening, with our Buratta con Arancia (a current special) and my main dish, Aragosta (lobster meat with bucatini pasta in a spicy lemon cream sauce), being highlights of the meal. A nice touch was a gift card provided by the manager as acknowledgment of our special occasion.

I am surprised at the overall rating for Maribella I see from fellow Yelpersz. Six of us dined here and it was a wonderful experience. We tried a few items as appetizers - 2 risottos and 3 salads - all of it was delicious and ample portions. For mains we had the beef rib, salmon, chicken, NY strip and the seafood risotto. The beef rib was extremely tender and tasty. The salmon was a home run. The steak with pepper sauce was absolutely delightful. The seafood risotto was a large portion and over the top yummy. The only 'issue' was the length of time to get our food; we were at the restaurant for 2 hours and we were not trying to draw it out because we had a 5 year old in the group. Another suggestion - great wine by the glass list but I opine the pour should be a little heftier. The service was exemplary. Parking was easy. Prices were appropriate.

Ambiance was amazing, Anna was our server excellent recommendations, food was superb, highly recommend this place, will revisit this establishment.

We started with some vino and calamari fritti which was awesome. Next was the Margherita pizza as well as the meat specialty made pizza for appetizers. For dinner, I ordered the Vietllo thin pounded, hand-breaded, and pan-fried veal, topped with lemon caper butter sauce and grilled lemon...DELICIOUS! I passed on dessert but several in my party did try several and loved them. I hope we have another team meeting so I can try another meal of theirs.

We visited on two separate occasions. On the first visit, we had the gnocchi e vongole, Figura e burrata crostini, bisteca di maiale, and risotto di mare, and a chocolate panna cotta. On the second visit, we had the calamari fritti. the caprese salad, the cesare salad, the braciola with pomme fritte, and the cioppino along with a tiramisu, and a bongo. First Visit: Gnocchi e Vongole: The Gnocchi e Vongole were a delicate dance of pillowy gnocchi and tender clams, bathed in a light, flavorful white wine sauce. The dish showcased a commendable balance of textures and a nuanced seafood essence. Figura e Burrata Crostini: The Figura e Burrata Crostini demonstrated an inspired combination of sweet figs and creamy burrata atop perfectly toasted bread. The interplay of flavors was delightful, making it a standout appetizer that left a lasting impression. Bistecca di Maiale: The Bistecca di Maiale, a pork steak, was expertly cooked to perfection, maintaining a juicy interior and a caramelized exterior. The accompanying sides complemented the dish, offering a satisfying blend of savory elements. Risotto di Mare: The Risotto di Mare showcased the chef's skill in crafting a seafood-infused risotto. The rice was cooked to a creamy consistency, and the medley of seafood added a rich depth of flavor, making it a noteworthy entrée. However, I disliked having to de-shell all of the seafood and would have preferred to have been asked if I wanted to have them without the shells. Chocolate Panna Cotta: The Chocolate Panna Cotta concluded the meal on a sweet note. The velvety texture and intense chocolate flavor made it a delightful conclusion to the dining experience. I liked it, but it was a bit too sweet for me. Second Visit: Calamari Fritti: The Calamari Fritti presented a crispy exterior and tender interior, served with a zesty dipping sauce. While a classic choice, it lacked the wow factor found in some standout renditions of this popular appetizer. The main problem was that some of the calamari had been overcooked and were rather like rubber bands to eat. It would have been much more of a standout if not for that, as the dipping sauce was delicious. Caprese Salad: The Caprese Salad, a simple yet beloved dish, showcased fresh ingredients that harmonized well. The combination of ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil created a refreshing and light start to the meal. I truly enjoyed it. Cesare Salad: The Cesare Salad was a classic rendition of the Caesar, with crisp romaine lettuce, tangy dressing, and savory croutons. While satisfying, it didn't particularly stand out compared to other offerings. Braciola with Pomme Fritte: The Braciola, which in the rendition was a New York Strip slathered in garlic butter, was a hearty and flavorful choice. The patate fritte (fries) provided a crispy accompaniment, adding a satisfying crunch to the dish. Cioppino: The Cioppino, a seafood stew, was a medley of flavors from the ocean, showcasing a variety of seafood in a robust tomato-based broth. My dear husband found it rather sparse and would have liked some more shallots in the stew. Tiramisu and Bongo: The Tiramisu was a delightful conclusion to the meal, with layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone. The Bongo was basically a collection of creme puffs layered with a semisweet chocolate sauce. I wasn't able to finish it as it was much too sweet, but my husband loved the Tiramisu. I also wasn't a fan of the presentation of the Bongo. It looked somewhat messy. The selection of desserts was rather heavy and sweet, and a few lighter desserts such as a sorbet or fruit tart would be welcome. Overall, Maribella's diverse menu and attention to detail in crafting flavorful dishes offer a mixed experience. While some dishes shine with creativity and expertise, others fall into the realm of expected but not exceptional. With continued refinement and consistency, Maribella's has the potential to elevate its standing among Sioux Falls' culinary offerings. Service: Maribella's prides itself on providing a commendable level of service, characterized by a knowledgeable and friendly waitstaff that contributes positively to the overall dining experience. Ambiance: Maribella's effortlessly combines elegance with playful charm, creating an ambiance that is both sophisticated and inviting. The infusion of fun features, such as the red Vespa in the lobby, adds a touch of whimsy to the overall setting. As Maribella's continues to refine its culinary offerings, the well-crafted ambiance sets the stage for a dining experience that is not only pleasing to the palate but also to the senses as a whole.

A simple pleasure to dine at. Everything was what you need for a nice dinner out. both of us enjoyed our meals.

My wife and I have eaten here twice prior to a play at Washington Pavilion. The food and service were fantastic both times. We plan on celebrating our anniversary there in a couple weeks.

Highly recommend. Service was great, food was even better. Was cool how the kitchen was open to the guests.

I want to love this place. Beautiful ambiance and excellent service. The pizzas are dry and subpar. I did however love my risotto dish, yet a $5 up charge to remove item and add just one more shrimp was ridiculous. Sioux Falls has become a great foodie city and this is one to try...but will never be a favorite.

Absolutely incredible experience. They were very aware of my girlfriend's gluten allergy--they even assigned us a special server who was celiac. They also provided a gift card for my girlfriend's birthday, which was not expected but it made us feel special. The food was incredible, I haven't had anything like it in Sioux Falls. The environment was fancy and it was not too loud.

The service here is fantastic the restaurant is beautiful! I wasn't overly impressed with any of the pasta dishes that we ordered. I think they need to work on their sauces. The Bolognese sauce was a bit bitter. The pesto pasta wasn't my favorite. We also ordered a pizza, it was really good! I was hoping for it to be similar to Lydia's in downtown Kansas City that also makes homemade pasta with simple ingredients. There's a ton of potential here and since it's locally owned, can't wait to see more dishes in the future! We will definitely try again! :)

Very loud and crowded on the weekend for dinner. We made a reservation for 5 people the day before and could only get 8:15pm. I think they over book themselves based on how long between table flips, because we arrived promptly, but they wouldn't seat us until about 8:35pm and tried putting us at a four-top with an extra chair squeezed in because all their 5 tops were still eating. We instead sat in the bar area at six bar stools. Not terribly comfortable but better than being cramped. Their custom cocktails and appetizers were REALLY good. Our table's consensus on the entrees were pretty much the same: large portions, cooked perfectly, but needed some seasoning work. Most of the dishes were bland, but there were a couple that one element of a sauce overpowered the rest. The hostess and server (Sammi H) were top notch. The bar was slow as it took 20 minutes to get our drinks. The food came out at a good pace. I'd go back for a cocktail and appetizers, but wouldn't count on it for a special occasion.

First off they seem to train the staff to be thoughtful and attentive, knowledgeable and pleasant. The food was very good. Nice patio looking at the museum. You can also enjoy the jazz music next door.

110% recommend this place! We did a surprise dinner for my friend and they were the absolute best and most accommodating! They went above and beyond to make her dinner special and we had such a blast!! Food & drinks were amazing.

We got a gift card from my daughter...was skeptical from various friends "reviews" ..but upon arrival was very well received by staff and was made comfortable right away...Our server Brittany was more than helpful and made our dinner very enjoyable and quite personable...we will definitely be back...Again Thanks Brittany ...

This most likely is the best gluten free pasta I have ever had. They waitress was the kindest regarding celiac disease and helping me go through the menu showing me what is / isn't safe and also telling the chef about my allergy. I went here in July of 2023 but saw this pasta picture and had to come write a review so more gluten free gals and boys too ;) can try this restaurant !!! A little bit $$$ but very much worth it.

Our party of (8) dined at Maribells's on Nov. 9, 2024. I would rate them 10 stars if I could. Server Lucas, was amazing, knowledgeable, polite & engaging. Our appetizers, beverages, meals & desserts were all perfectly prepared & presented. Would highly recommend & will definitely be back!

In June, at a group dinner at Maribella, we had wonderful food and attentive service. My scallops were delicious! Our only complaint was the noise. We had trouble having good conversation because we couldn't hear each other.

The food is great authentic Italian. It's a bit on the pricey side but people don't seem to mind. My only complaint is the acoustics are not great. It's hard to have a conversation with people at your table.

Service is top notch and so is the food. The servers are all very knowledgeable about wine and capable of making great suggestions and answering questions. It's a very nice restaurant with a fancy and romantic ambiance. I recommend making reservations for your visit.

The staff was so great and super helpful. We loved all of the food selections and enjoy the wine and even the artwork.

We wanted to like this place so much; we went in the first few months it was open so trying to give them some grace. The restaurant is beautiful and the staff is friendly. We ordered a pizza and two entrees. The pizza dough was entirely too thick to the style of pizza they were attempting. Way too chewy; hoping that as the staff gets more trained that it will improve. The Osso Buco tasted like it came out of a crockpot from someone's home but not in a good way. Overall we would rather visit R Wine Bar for Italian food at this point then return to this concept.

Finally, we have an exquisite Italian restaurant in Sioux Falls. We entered and were greeted by the Maribella hosts. Riccardo the owner sat us and was extremely polite and friendly. Our sever was very attentive and our waters were always full. I ordered the caprese and the branzino. The caprese was delicious and the branzino was the best fish I've ever had. Other people in my party ordered a margarita pizza. Which looked delicious. We then ordered dessert, in which we had the bongo, tiramisu, and the affagoto. They were all delicious and the espresso shot in the affagoto was amazing. This is one of the best if not the best restaurants in Sioux Falls and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious meal.

First time at the new in town restaurant. Loved the food and drinks and service and atmosphere were great. The owners also give clients some personal (just enough) attention. Will definitely be back!!

Thursday eve: Tasty appetizer & entree. Pleasant waitress. Nice window table Seated 4 of us 11 min after reservation. Way Too noisy for what expected to be upscale eve. Too noisy to visit or for waitress to hear us or to enjoy dinner conversation. Waitress sidetracked for 10 minutes to bring extra condiment. Very noisy for price of meal (seems nice white scalloped ceiling might have been to absorb sound. Noise equated to burger pizza bar experience; maybe separate venue a bit? Great location for parking though

The only thing that over-shadows the wonderful food is the owner, staff and overall atmosphere!! We live in Huron, but enjoy Marbella every chance we get!!! The wine list is excellent!! You will LOVE it!

Service and atmosphere is five star, I'd say some of our food was excellent and some not so great. My scallops were delicious but my sons and a couple others were just ok. Also ordered the gnocchi and several of us tried it at the table and none of us could eat it. Good concept but I think some work on the food is still needed.

Atmosphere is nice downtown location in the Billionaire apartment building located by the Washington pavilion. My veil I ordered was good the noddles served with were old and dried. The salad and calamari were good. Service took a little long to get our wine to the table.

First time in Sioux Falls and fell in food love with Maribella's! The ambience is modern and conversational. The staff was super friendly. And the food was top-notch. Highly recommend - 5 stars!

We were on the road and wanted some good quality food. Heads up menu on yelp is inaccurate, prices much higher now. I had a salad with shrimp. It was amazing! Their house made vinegarettes are soooo good!!

The food was exceptional, and the service was warm, friendly, and very professional. The setting is nice, but it gets to be a bit noisy.

We went here because of several positive reviews and to celebrate my birthday. Our first experience was not very good. Before I begin I will say that the service was very good. The management recognized my birthday by giving me a $10 gift card, which was very nice of them. Our waitress was very attentive as well. The first thing you notice is that the restaurant is very loud. In fact we had a very difficult time hearing our waitress across the table. The waitress apologized for that and seemed to know that it was a common complaint. When going out to a nice restaurant you expect good food and good service along with a peaceful quiet atmosphere so you can have a conversation with your dinner guests. Unfortunately you don't get that here. The restaurant tries to create a true Italian experience with the menu and this where I struggled. The menu was difficult for me to navigate with the Italian terminology. That is on me, not the restaurant. It just made it difficult for me to order. With my low confidence in understanding the menu I thought I would try a can't miss item, a caprese salad. Not so much. The tomatoes were either not fresh or just bad. They had no taste and made me think that they had been grown under a heat lamp. You expect fresh from an up scale restaurant. The Basel normally solves any issues with a caprese salad but not here. The Basel was very weak with little flavor. The "not fresh" trend continued. Since we were at an Italian restaurant I wanted pasta so for my entree I order the Carbonara, described as as spaghetti with crispy pancetta, shallots, garlic and wine in a creamy egg sauce with pecorino. I added meatballs because I thought it would add more flavor. I don't know how to describe what I received but it was not what I hoped for. I thought the dish smelled like bad fish and the meatballs had little if any flavor. My wife didn't think that it smelled like bad fish but she said it had little if any taste at all. She said that macaroni and cheese tasted better than that dish. I rarely do not finish my meal at a restaurant. Tonight was an exception and speaks volumes to how bad my meal was. My wife ordered the Pomodoro. A fettuccine with a red sauce and shrimp. This was much better than my dish in that it had flavor, although not what I expected. My wife enjoyed her meal. Needless to say we did not tempt ordering dessert fearing that would be a disappointment as well. The management has attempted to bring another fine dining option to Sioux Falls. To accomplish this it takes complete execution. In this case they need to fix the noise issues in the restaurant and prepare food with fresh ingredients with flavors that customers will enjoy. Until that changes I won't be recommending this restaurant to my friends.

I am so excited to have such a wonderful Italian restaurant in Sioux Falls. I would recommend making a reservation. Right when you arrive, Maribella hosts welcome you and show you to your seat. They even have valet Thurs-Sunday. The menu is a wide variety of salads, pizzas, pastas, and entrees. The wine menu is a bit overwhelming, but the staff are more than happy to make recommendations. The owner, Riccardo, is very present within the restaurant. We tried the arancini, fried calamari saltati, cesare salad, bolognese, nero, piccata, and gnocchi with gorgonzola sauce. Everything was great. I highly recommend the piccata and a side of gnocchi. The arancini was also a favorite. Thank you!

I travel extensively for work while maintaining residences in Philadelphia and New York City. It's safe to say that I have eaten in many of America's best restaurants. So when a co-worker recommended Maribella in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, a place I spent two nights in for business, I was suspect. To my surprise, I had the best Branzino I have had anywhere in a long time. The service was great. The cocktails were creative and the ambiance was big city. The fish was seasoned and cooked to,perfection. So much for being a food snob. If you are in Sioux Falls, it is well worth the trip, and reasonably priced too!

Great atmosphere with wonderful entrees. The service was a little slow at times, but that was only due to the vast number of patrons. Will definitely eat here again.

This was a phenomenal meal. We did the tasting menu and it was so fun and the food was exceptional! The service was exceptional. We will be back.

It's new so you might need to give them a little slack but we were there for over two hrs by the time we were done eating. Waiter was good at first but became very pushy with ordering extra on the menu. Very poor sound damping. Very hard to have a conversation without talking very loud. Two people liked there food out of 10.

My wife has to eat gluten free so we were pretty exited to hear about this restaurant opening in Sioux Falls. We recently visited with some friends and were underwhelmed. To start out, the restaurant is one of the loudest restaurants I have experienced in recent memory. Almost impossible to have a conversation across the table with friends. When you look around the restaurant, every surface is hard so it is almost as if the the noise level was designed on purpose. As for the food....the appetizer we had was good. A fried risotto. I had the pasta Pomodoro with "small" Italian Meatballs. The pasta was properly cooked and the meatballs, while I wouldn't call them small, were well seasoned. I would have preferred a bit more sauce. My wife ordered a gluten free pizza and it was not good. The crust was so soggy in the middle that she sent it back. The server was nice enough to not charge us for the pizza but, given that we went to the restaurant so that my wife could eat gluten free, it was a real disappointment. I had the Bongo for dessert which was great but unfortunately not gluten free. If the problem was with the food we would probably go back to give the restaurant another chance but I don't think they can fix the noise problem so I don't see us returning.

Amazing food. Food is pricey but well worth it. Make sure you reserve a table well in advance as they are typically pretty booked

Service was very attentive and pleasurable. The general atmosphere and table-settings were very attractive BUT the noise-level was piercing and very disappointing. We made reservations for 6 guests more than a month in advance (4 of which were first-time guests) for a reunion of local friends for conversation and were seated next to the kitchen. The food quality was "mixed". If giving the experience a school-grade, we'd honestly give it a "C". Sioux Falls diners have superior choices in our opinion.

Reservations were at 715, arrived 15 minutes early and were relieved there was seating outside do to the noise level was terrible inside. ordered an appetizer and meal celebrating our anniversary. appetizer arrived at 8pm our meals did Not arrive until 8:40!! No empathy or updates as to what the wait, my water glass was empty!! Finally when we did get our food they filled our waters but still No apologies!! Nothing. Food was good, but at this point we just wanted to leave!!! Ordered dessert that arrived quicker again nothing on why we had to wait!! Horrible experience, will not go back or recommend. Our server was nice

So I go to the trouble of making a reservation ( as I did the 1st time we tried Maribellas) . So if I am correct reservations tell you I am coming with my party to eat and drink at your establishment so it is assumed ya all know we are coming . 1st time I did this we waited over 30 min to be seated for my reservation I made a month prior. Excuse was an event at Pavillion. Well decided to try again for hubbys birthday. Came on time, this time sat right away, which gave m hope that we had worked out the kinks in the restaurant. Their we sat. Read the complete menu, the October specials, the wine list, the drink menu. No server ever came Didn't even see one pass by. So forgive me but if I bother to make a reservation then I expect you scheduled a wait staff. Apparently not the case. 10 min is enough to know we are done. Put on our coats and the front hostess cheerfully calls out Thanks for coming to which my husband responds well no one ever waited on us so we are going to Minerva's. In which we did and man did they put Maribellas to Shame. We were seated ( without reservation) drinks ordered given water in 3 min. Cade was the best! See Minerva's 5 star recommendation.

Food was excellent. Came hot and tasted wonderful. Server was attentive without being overbearing. Loved the ambiance. If I were to nitpick, I would only complain about the bread. Just a letdown when everything else was amazing.

absolutely delicious!! Bailey and Jackie were so sweet and greeted us at the door. We had a change of our party size and they graciously accommodated our last minute plans. The food was delicious and our waitress, Margeaux was attentive and charming. We will be coming back as soon as we can get a reservation (: