Bella Via

Name: Bella Via
Address: 4746 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY, United States, 11101
Telephone: (718) 361-7510
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

53 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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One of the most popular restaurants in Long Island City, known for its coal fired brick oven pizzas.

Come enjoy traditional Italian cuisine in an elegant and cozy dining room, or enjoy a salad and glass of wine at our sidewalk patio. You will not be disappointed with anything at Bella Via!

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Lunch & Dinner Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(718) 361-7510
Website
http://www.bellavialic.com/
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sal Polito

Location
4746 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City, NY 11101
Neighborhood
Long Island City
Cross street
at 48<sup>th</sup> Avenue
Parking details
Street or private lot.
Public transit
Vernon Blvd - Jackson Av (7) 21 St (G) Hunters Point Av (7, 7X)
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Mozzarella con Verdure Marinate all Olio di Olivo$10.95
Grilled Vegetables with Fresh Mozzarella
Antipasto all Italiana$11.95
Mixed Italian Salami with Seasonal Fruit
Cozze alla Triestina$9.95
Mussels in white wine and onions
Calamaretti Saltati alla Luciana$11.95
Grilled Baby Calamari drizzled with a walnut sauce
Fried Calamari$11.95
with Marinara sauce
Baked Clams Oreganato$9.95
Bietole Rosse con Mele e Caprino$9.95
Shredded Beet Salad with Apples & Goat Cheese
Insalata di Campo$7.95
Mixed Green Salad
Insalata di Arugula$7.95
Baby Arugula with Shaved Parmigiano
Insalata Cesare$7.95
Cesar Salad

Zuppe

Zuppa di Fagioli$6.95
a Soup of White Beans, and Short Pasta
Minestrone di Vegetali$6.95
Mixed Vegetable Soup
Stracciatella alla Romana$6.95
Egg Drop Soup with Spinach
Soup of the Day$6.95

Panini

Prosciutto and Fresh Mozzarella$8.95
Grilled Chicken w/ Broccoli & Fresh Mozzarella$9.95
Chicken Arlesiana$9.95
Chicken, Eggplant, Tomato & Mozzarella
Chicken Parmigiana$9.95
Grilled Chicken w/ Tomato & Arugula$8.95
Balsamic Dressing
Chicken Cutlet w/ Broccoli Rabe & Mozzarella$9.95
Chicken Cutlet w/ Prosciutto, S.D.T., & Mozzarella$9.95
Veal Parmigiana$11.95
Steak and Onion Panini$9.95
Vegetarian Panini$8.95

Primi Piatti

Spaghettini al Pomodoro e Basilico$12.95
Spaghetti with Fresh Tomato and Basil
Gnoccheti di Ricotta e Spinaci$14.95
Home-made Ricotta-Spinach Gnocchi with Tomato and Olives
Rigatoni alla Siciliana$14.95
Rigatoni with Eggplant and Tomatoes
Capellini Mare e Monti$17.95
Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Shiitake Mushrooms
Tagliolini alla Sarda$14.95
Fresh Tagliolini Pasta with Prosciutto
Pennette alla Boscaiola$14.95
Penne with Mushroom and Peas in a Cream Sauce
Rigatoni Bolognese$15.95
Rigatoni w/ Sausage & Broccoli Rabe$15.95
Penne alla Vodka$12.95

Secondi Piatti

Piccatine di Vitello alla Punti Asparagi$21.95
Veal Scaloppini Sauteed with Asparagus Tips
Costoletta di Maiali al Barolo e Capperi$21.95
Grilled Pork Chop in a Sauce of Capers and Barolo Wine
Fegato all Veneziana$17.95
Pan Seared Calves Liver with Onions and Balsamic Vinegar
Batutta di Pollo alla Griglia con Capricciosa$17.95
Grilled Pounded Breast of Chicken Topped with Mixed Greens
Petto di Pollo all Arlesiana$17.95
Chicken Breast Topped with Prosciutto, Eggplant and Fontina Cheese
Salmone all'Erba Cipollina$21.95
Grilled Atlantic Salmon with Mustard Sauce
Chicken Marsala$17.95
Chicken Breast sauteed with Marsala wine and mushrooms
Chicken Piccata$17.95
Chicken Breast sauteed with White Wine, Lemon and Butter
Chicken Parmigiana$19.95
w/ Pasta
Veal Parmigiana$21.95
w/ Pasta

Pizza

Margherita
San Marzano Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Basil
- Small$13.95
- Large$17.95
Marinara
San Marzano Tomato, Anchovies, and Italian Oregano
- Small$12.95
- Large$16.95
Quattro Stagioni (4 Seasons)
1/4 Artichokes, 1/4 Mushrooms, 1/4 Ham, 1/4 Biancaneve
- Small$16.95
- Large$21.95
Rughetta e Prosciutto di Parma
Arugula and Prosciutto di Parma
- Small$16.95
- Large$21.95
Bella Via
A White Pizza of Sausage, Broccoli Rabe, and Mozzarella
- Small$16.95
- Large$21.95
Biancaneve
A White Pizza of Ham, Mozzarella and Parmigiano cheese
- Small$16.95
- Large$21.95
Al Frutti di Mare
Mixed Seafood (No Cheese)
- Small$16.95
- Large$21.95
Quattro Formagi (Red or White)
Ricotta, Gorgonzola, Mozzarella, Fontina, with or without Tomato sauce
- Small$16.95
- Large$21.95
Calzone alla Napoletana$15.95
Ricotta and Mozzarella Cheese
Schiacciata con Robiola e Olio al Tartufo
Flat Focaccia stuffed with Robiola Cheese, and topped with Truffle Oil
- Small$14.95
- Large$19.95
Focaccia della Valtellina
Flat Focaccia stuffed with Bresaola and Arugula
- Small$14.95
- Large$19.95
Focaccia alla Sorrentina
Flat Focaccia stuffed with Fresh Mozzarella and Fresh Chopped Tomatoes
- Small$14.95
- Large$19.95

Additional Toppings

Same price for 1/2 or whole Pie

Broccoli, Onions, Red Peppers, Olives, Mushrooms, Eggplant, Anchovies, Sausage, Pepperoni, Pineapple, Ham, Arugula, or Bacon
- Small$2.00
- Large$2.50
Extra Fresh Mozzarella, Broccoli Rabe, Sun Dried Tomatoes
- Small$3.50
- Large$4.50
Grilled Chicken, Prosciutto di Parma, Truffle Oil
- Small$3.50
- Large$4.50
Goat Cheese, Bresaola
- Small$3.50
- Large$5.00

What 53 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4.4Value

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Glutenfreefoodie
New York Area
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience3
We were seated promptly and cordially. It was very noisy. The waitress seemed harried, but was pleasant enough. I wish she had told me there was salad on the plate when I asked how big it was. I could have done without the extra vegetable. I ordered grilled calamari and my friend had the fried. Both were tough and overcooked. I should have sent mine back but was too hungry by the time it arrived.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall1food3service1ambience3
Servers not attentive
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
85 reviews
vip
5.0
85 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always Our favorite neighborhood restaurant
NC
NatalieC
New York Area
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very warm, cozy restaurant. Service was excellent with lots of costumes for Halloween celebration. Restaurant was decorated. They were giving out candy for all the kids trick or treating. Very cute and friendly. Ambient environment.
CB
CherylB
New York Area
61 reviews
vip
3.0
61 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2019
overall3food4service3ambience4
Great food and prices but hectic and loud. No consistency with your server throughout the whole meal. Wish it was a bit calmer and relaxing.
MZ
MaryZ
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
Always one of my LIC favs. Sal and staff are attentive and food always a reliably good
MM
MellyMel
New York Area
7 reviews
2.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 24, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience2
Nothing to call home about ... Calamari was good which was enough for two to enjoy as an appetizer. Penne alla vodka was average. The shrimp stuffed with crabmeat (smelly bread crumbs) was gross!! I didn't eat it and it smelled like wet dog. The flies where annoying us ..having swat them away from our drinks and food while eating. I took a look above us and at the table next to us and there the flies where on the ceiling and the table. I told the waiter how the shrimp was gross and it was taken off the bill. I was offered something else but I just wanted to leave. I had enough.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
85 reviews
vip
5.0
85 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Bella Via has always been great. Food is really tasty. Staff is friendly, helpful and efficient. Owners are so nice. It is our favorite go to neighborhood restaurant
AS
AlexandraS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 14, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Wonderful friday night dinner in the last sunshine, with an interesting menu - lots to choose from. Good service and everything we had was tasty.
EG
EmmaG
Chicago
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2019
overall4food3service4ambience4
Everything was good except for mushy eggplant in egg plant parmesan was disappointing. Would try again.
AP
AnthonyP
Hawaii
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 11, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience3
Had dinner with family on a busy Saturday night. Based on amount of people, was a little noisy and the service was acceptable. The food and variety of foods on the menu was great. Would certainly go here again.
ME
MELANIEK
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 11, 2019
overall1food2service1ambience3
My family had one of the worst food experiences EVER at this establishment. They were short staffed and short tempered in a way that breached all levels of ethics. Food was forgotten, waits were excessive, basic water for the table was not provided and when my husband expressed in a VERY polite way how displeased we were with the service he was called a "douchebag" and asked to step outside by the OWNER!!! Beyond disrespectful and disappointing I dont know how anyone regardless of being understaffed would treat a PAYING customer that way.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
85 reviews
vip
5.0
85 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s Always good. Tasty food, reasonable prices, good size portions. Friendly and efficient staff. Comfortable restaurant and nice warm weather outdoor space. Really nice pwners
J
Jackie
New York Area
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is always great! Staff and service friendly and prompt. Love Bella Via!
S
Sandy7560
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, DELICIOUS Food.
LC
LilliC
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 9, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
I have eaten at Bella Via several times -- one of my "go-to" restaurants in LIC, but this was my first time for Brunch there. My friend and I shared a smoked salmon/cheese/tomato/capers "small" pizza, and it was absolutely delicious, and did not want to leave the one slice we could not eat so brought back. The cheese was delicate for the salmon--and lots of it, and the crust cooked perfectly for me. We had a table near the windows in the sun, and the service was fine. What more could you ask for -- except to duplicate the experience-- which I will!
HP
HelenP
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always come here for all of our birthday celebrations. The food is always amazing . The service is fabulous . When I want a great meal this is my go to place!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
85 reviews
vip
5.0
85 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our favorite Italian restaurant in Long Island City. Great staff, great food, reasonably priced. Really nice owners
TJ
TeenJo
New York Area
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 5, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
Great for a good Italian meal. Pizza is always good. Great home town restaurant.
RP
RobertP
New York Area
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall3food2service3ambience2
In all fairness,ate on New Year’s Day. Food was pretty awful.
VC
VirginiaC
New York Area
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience3
Food is always good, pizzas are excellent. Service courteous but a bit sketchy at times.
AF
AlexF
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great margarita pie. Fill your water glasses constantly which is always a plus in a restaurant. Def recommend!
V
Vannydevon
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 21, 2018
overall4food5service2ambience3
Most perfect egg plant Parmesan I ever had and kale salad was to die for. Service is slow.
M
Michael
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
food was excellent, my step family from ireland enjoyed it very much....great time..
J
Jackie
New York Area
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always delicious! The staff and owners are wonderful! Feels like a second home.
DH
DeanH
New York Area
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2018
overall3food4service2ambience3
Birthday dinner for my mom. One waiter was rude but thank god he wasn’t our waiter. Service could have been much better. Staff has grimaces on their faces for most of my time there.
HP
HelenP
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service as always. We celebrate may occasions there
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 27, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
I live and work near Little Italy and was raised on Italian cuisine. This place is as good as it gets. May be the best linguini with white clam sauce I have ever had anywhere— as good as Mamma’s. Just excellent all around. We liked it so much, we went back the next night, as we were leaving LI City, for a seafood pizza to go. Outstanding! Can’t wait to get back here! Maria Rose
K
Kim812
Chicago
57 reviews
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great neighborhood spot. Always delicious!
C
Carlton
New York Area
49 reviews
vip
3.0
49 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2018
overall3food3service2ambience2
Rough timing at the restaurant as road paving was going on outside and the outdoor tables were assaulted with dust and debris. Service was slow and a bit scattered in recovering and at least one over table walked out. The food was good and I would go back to eat there again.
JN
JaredN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 26, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always love coming here. Great local spot for LIC and southern Queens. We can’t wait to come back.
VM
VictorM
Atlanta
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome place. Great service and very good food. They didn't have our initial wine selection in stock but their alternate recommendation was superb. Definitely would recommend to others and will go again.
RK
RobertK
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’re always happy at Bella Via. Sal and Carmine take excellent care of their customers and the wait staff is attentive and skilled. Extra thumbs up for the soups and veal Milanese.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
85 reviews
vip
5.0
85 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Bella Via!
J
Jonathan
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2018
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great local restaurant, with a very accommodating staff. Initially we had a table suited for six, but since we had a baby with us, they did not hesitate to sit us in a much more comfortable section that accommodated 8 guests. This was at a busy time, on Mothers Day. Not the easiest thing to make happen. Anyone who has a child knows this is greatly appreciated, and can turn a stressful experience into a pleasant one. Great food. Great drinks.
l
ladywholunches
New York Area
23 reviews
3.0
23 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2018
overall3food3service3ambience3
Went for Mother’s Day. They had a pre-fixe menu with a few good options. The only thing that I disliked was that the main entree did not have a side. I had a grilled chicken avocado sandwich. It would have been nice to have a side salad or fries. Overall I did like the restaurant and would give it another chance.
SL
SloaneL
New York Area
50 reviews
vip
1.0
50 reviews
Dined on May 10, 2018
overall1food2service1ambience2
Place has gone downhill. Been there many times before and everything is usually perfection including the service. Tonight the waiter got every single item wrong. He took order and said no problem yet nothing was served correctly. Every single item had to be sent back. Waiter was annoyed in the end, never apologized or offered any compensation. Owner was present but never acknowledged, whether he wasn't aware or didn't care I don't know. I do know I won't be back. What a shame!
KM
KrystinM
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best pizza in LIC ... so authentic! Our favorite spot!
DK
DaynaK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 14, 2018
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and large portions at a very reasonable price. Nice ambiance and very enjoyable meal.
JP
JPZM
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2018
overall5food5service4ambience4
This was my second time at Bella Via over the last month. It was once again a very good time with great friends and great food. The Rigatoni Bolognese was incredible, so was the bread pudding. I definitely recommend this place and I will be back myself!

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Bella Via is rated 4.4 stars by 53 OpenTable diners.

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Cross street
at 48<sup>th</sup> Avenue
Neighborhood
Long Island City
Hours of operation
Lunch & Dinner Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street or private lot.
Public transit
Vernon Blvd - Jackson Av (7) 21 St (G) Hunters Point Av (7, 7X)
Payment options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Sal Polito
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bellavialic.com/
Phone number
(718) 361-7510

Bella Via

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Antipasto

Mozzarella con Verdure Marinate all Olio di Olivo$10.95

Antipasto all Italiana$11.95

Cozze alla Triestina$9.95

Calamaretti Saltati alla Luciana$11.95

Fried Calamari$11.95

Baked Clams Oreganato$9.95

Bietole Rosse con Mele e Caprino$9.95

Insalata di Campo$7.95

Insalata di Arugula$7.95

Insalata Cesare$7.95

Zuppe

Zuppa di Fagioli$6.95

Minestrone di Vegetali$6.95

Stracciatella alla Romana$6.95

Soup of the Day$6.95

Panini

Prosciutto and Fresh Mozzarella$8.95

Grilled Chicken w/ Broccoli & Fresh Mozzarella$9.95

Chicken Arlesiana$9.95

Chicken Parmigiana$9.95

Grilled Chicken w/ Tomato & Arugula$8.95

Chicken Cutlet w/ Broccoli Rabe & Mozzarella$9.95

Chicken Cutlet w/ Prosciutto, S.D.T., & Mozzarella$9.95

Veal Parmigiana$11.95

Steak and Onion Panini$9.95

Vegetarian Panini$8.95

Primi Piatti

Spaghettini al Pomodoro e Basilico$12.95

Gnoccheti di Ricotta e Spinaci$14.95

Rigatoni alla Siciliana$14.95

Capellini Mare e Monti$17.95

Tagliolini alla Sarda$14.95

Pennette alla Boscaiola$14.95

Rigatoni Bolognese$15.95

Rigatoni w/ Sausage & Broccoli Rabe$15.95

Penne alla Vodka$12.95

Secondi Piatti

Piccatine di Vitello alla Punti Asparagi$21.95

Costoletta di Maiali al Barolo e Capperi$21.95

Fegato all Veneziana$17.95

Batutta di Pollo alla Griglia con Capricciosa$17.95

Petto di Pollo all Arlesiana$17.95

Salmone all'Erba Cipollina$21.95

Chicken Marsala$17.95

Chicken Piccata$17.95

Chicken Parmigiana$19.95

Veal Parmigiana$21.95

Pizza

Margherita

Marinara

Quattro Stagioni (4 Seasons)

Rughetta e Prosciutto di Parma

Bella Via

Biancaneve

Al Frutti di Mare

Quattro Formagi (Red or White)

Calzone alla Napoletana$15.95

Schiacciata con Robiola e Olio al Tartufo

Focaccia della Valtellina

Focaccia alla Sorrentina

Additional Toppings

Broccoli, Onions, Red Peppers, Olives, Mushrooms, Eggplant, Anchovies, Sausage, Pepperoni, Pineapple, Ham, Arugula, or Bacon

Extra Fresh Mozzarella, Broccoli Rabe, Sun Dried Tomatoes

Grilled Chicken, Prosciutto di Parma, Truffle Oil

Goat Cheese, Bresaola

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