Ciao Bella

Name: Ciao Bella
Address: 3501 Minnesota Drive, Bloomington, MN, United States, 55435
Telephone: (952) 841-1000
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (6844)

$30 and under

Italian

3501 Minnesota Drive, Bloomington, MN 55435

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2 people

Jun 12, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 107 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Lively
Good for business meals

CURRENTLY, ALL RESERVATIONS MADE WILL BE FOR INSIDE SEATING. PATIO SEATING IS ALL FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. THANK YOU.

At Ciao Bella, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals are accompanied by a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than food: it is an experience, and ours is quality. Enjoy your handcrafted meal on our lively outdoor patio, or take in the local art collection in our dining room. Our philosophy is simple: quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us.

A Minneapolis metro favorite, Ciao Bella was opened in 1997 by Minneapolis restaurateur Rick Webb, whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Heading downtown? Visit Ciao Bella’s sister restaurant, Zelo, for another dining experience from Rick Webb featuring handcrafted food and dedicated service.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(952) 841-1000
Website
http://www.ciaobellamn.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Steve Tippett

Location
3501 Minnesota Drive, Bloomington, MN 55435
Neighborhood
Bloomington
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 6,844 people are saying

Ciao Bella reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Minneapolis - St. Paul
Best Overall
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Italian
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Most Booked
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Best Overall
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Best Food
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Best Service
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Great for fine wines
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Great for outdoor dining
Twin Cities / Minneapolis
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Ciao Bella consistently delights diners with "outstanding food" and "exceptional service." Known for its vibrant patio and "delicious specials," the restaurant is a favorite for both locals and visitors. While the lively atmosphere can be "a bit too noisy," the friendly staff and delectable menu make it a must-visit.

6,844 Reviews

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William VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had excellent service, with our server showing us a great sense of humor! As always, the dinner was delicious. Ciao Bella is always so consistent in providing a most enjoyable dining experience.
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Courtney
Minneapolis - St. Paul7 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We drove a ways out of our way to try this restaurant and it did not disappoint! We will be driving out of our way again, as we will be back! Service was fantastic, food was outstanding (I got the red pepper linguini with scallops), prices were very reasonable for the quality of the meals. I would highly recommend checking out Ciao Bella!
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Brenda VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul31 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great time as always at Ciao Bella! Brought family from out of town and had a great dinner on the patio with great service. !
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Lori VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul14 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
No matter what we order, it always tastes excellent. Our server this time (I think Charlie) was outstanding and made our experience the best.
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Lisa VIP
Chicago / Illinois74 reviews
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I suppose I shouldn’t expect much from an Italian restaurant in Minneapolis. Living in one of the top two cities in the country for delicious and authentic Italian food, Chicago, I should excuse some of the shortcomings. The ambience was nice and the outdoor seating with the tree lined patio and lights was quaint. The salad was tasty. Fresh greens and avocado. The lasagna was definitely a big short coming. It was like they threw boiled pasta on a plate with sauce over the top. Lasagna should be baked in the oven with a little bit crispy brown top, not soggy and overly saucy. It’s tasted decent, but it was not authentic. We had another dish with shrimp and spinach noodles. That was tasty and unique, but not overly impressive. We ordered mini desserts. I have ordered many desserts and many other restaurants and they are four times the size of this pathetic small and overpriced dessert. It was literally one or two spoons at most . Entrees were overpriced as well . The half portion was just a couple dollars less than the full portion. The price of a full portion was outrageously high, arranging from $30-$50 average , and the average quality does not warrant those high prices. This is not a gourmet chef or an Italian trained chef that makes authentic dishes. I can actually get an entrée in Chicago or New York at a Michelin restaurant or a renown chef’s restaurant for less money and and a far more quality meal.
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Kathy
Minneapolis - St. Paul5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server was excellent and so friendly. Cocktails and food were delicious. Very happy with our overall experience.
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Lynne VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the halibut special and the server was great!
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Kristin VIP
St. Louis1 review
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience. The food is consistently great. The service is excellent.
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Julia
Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, great food, especially the bread, and the service was quick and friendly. A little loud but it’s worth it
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Rich VIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul32 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat outside and it's one of the nicest patio areas in the midwest. Jordan knew which wines to serve us and the food was delightful, as always. We will be back, again and again.
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FAQs

Ciao Bella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (952) 841-1000.

Ciao Bella is rated 4.9 stars by 6844 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 12, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 107 times today

3501 Minnesota Drive, Bloomington, MN 55435

Additional information

Neighborhood
Bloomington
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Steve Tippett
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ciaobellamn.com/
Phone number
(952) 841-1000

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