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    Braised short rib & Parmesan soft polenta
    Alicia A.

    Wow. There just aren't enough words to explain how phenomenal their food is. On top of that, the owners and staff made us feel like family, 20/10 service. We came for date night, and stayed because we felt at home. I would absolutely recommend going in for actually anything on the menu - everything we tried was decadent, flavorful and honestly, deserves a Michelin star. I have a wheat allergy and they were extremely accommodating, and had gluten free items on the menu. The salmon & penne melts in your mouth, the short ribs were cooked to perfection and the meatballs tasted like they were from grandma's kitchen. Will be back, thank you Bella Maci for a wonderful date night!

    Bruschetta
    Melanie R.

    Location: Conveniently located on Sutter Street in the heart of Old Folsom. It has a small unassuming store front. Parking is convenient (as long as there are no big events going on in the area). Reservations: Highly recommended- the restaurant is quite small, so it may be hard to get a table on a busy night. Reservations were easy to make online. Service: Excellent, our server was kind and attentive. Food was brought out timely and we did not feel rushed. Ambiance: The interior of the restaurant is simple, yet classy. The exposed brick on the main wall adds a historic and rustic touch. Minimal decor, but clean and comfortable. There are only 6-7 tables and maybe 10 seats at the bar, so it is an intimate setting and quiet enough for good conversation. DRINKS: I ordered the Pinot Grigio, which was crisp and delicious. Not a particularly generous serving, but quality was good. FOOD: Bruschetta- Four perfect bites of creamy and just sweet enough honey burrata, fuji apple, prosciutto on a grilled ciabatta slice. They were topped with a rich and flavorful balsamic vinegar. These were on the smaller side, but were just the right amount to save room for the incredible pasta. We really enjoyed these. Busiate- We both ordered this pasta dish because the photos looked amazing. My partner ordered it as it comes with the smoked bacon, red onion, fresh mozzarella, vodka sauce. I had it without the bacon and added pan roasted prawns on top. This dish was absolutely divine-- the sauce was creamy, flavorful, with just a hint of spice. The grilled onions added a smokiness and slightly crispy texture. The pasta itself was cooked perfectly, and the shape lent itself very well to carry the sauce. The four prawns were cooked well and really complimented the overall flavors. Affogato with Cherry chip gelato- I'm a total sucker for an Affogato and this one did not disappoint. The gelato was amazing- delicious rich cherry flavor with cherry chunks and chocolate chips. Overall, I highly recommend Bella Maci and we will certainly be back!

    Mezzi rigatoni $23 Strozzapreti $25
    Vivi L.

    My latest pasta obsession! My friend was looking for a place to use his $50 resy credit and he decided on Bella Maci, so glad he did!! Ambiance is charming and intimate since it's a small space. Loved getting to know the family that runs the business, we were joking all dinner! You can really feel the joy amongst the staff. Apps Bread plate $5 Shrimp scampi $17 Bruschetta $12 Caesar $12 Favorite app was def the bruschetta: honey burrata, Fuji apple, prosciutto, balsamic glaze. Caesar is not your typical Caesar salad bc they use baby kale, but still good! Personally thought it was slightly overdressed, but I'm not a saucy person in general. I loved the sliced almonds on it to add some texture. Entrees Mezzi Rigatoni $23 Perfectly meaty from the pork and beef bolognese with just the right dollop of ricotta to make it creamy without being too overpowering  Strozzapreti $25 This blew me away. The white wine sauce was so savory and creamy. Pasta perfectly al dente and I loved the thickness of the pasta. Chicken a tad too salty for me, but my friend thought it was perfectly seasoned  Risotto $25 + pan roasted prawns $10 I am dreaming of this risotto. So deeply buttery, creamy, and cheesy. Risotto not mushy despite all the creamy goodness. Was craving something that'd give me a warm hug, and this delivered!! Again, I thought the prawns were too salty but my friend thought they were good

    Clam bucatini pasta special
    Brandon H.

    Cute little Italian restaurant in downtown Folsom. They have a good wine list that mixes some of the best hits from Amado county with some fun Tuscan options. We ordered the arugula, orchetti and the bucatini clam pasta special. We liked the orchetti best but all 3 hit the spot. Make sure to make a reservation. It's a smaller restaurant.

    Edesa G.

    Another restaurant my husband and I got to try thanks to our Amex Resy credit! We've been wanting to try this place for a while with our Resy credit and finally got to today! We came here after dinner right after work and it definitely was worth it. Walking in, the interior has dimmed lighting but I didn't mind because it made the restaurant feel more intimate. We were seated right away since we made a reservation on the Resy app and were given the menus. I've already looked at the menu ahead of time so I knew what I wanted but the waitress let us know about their specials for the day. My husband ended up ordering the NY Steak daily special and I ordered the Strozzapreti with no mushrooms. We also ordered a Bread Plate and Meatballs are our appetizers, and my husband got a red wine to go with his steak and I got a regular Ginger Ale as my drink of choice. My husband and I were very impressed with everything we ordered! We loved how the appetizers were just the right amount to eat so we don't get full right away and still have room to eat our main dishes. My husband ordered his NY Steak medium rare and it had the right amount of pink! As for my Strozzapreti dish, WOW! I loved how creamy the white sauce is and the chicken really went well with the pasta in every bite. We will definitely be back to try more of their menu because everything looks so good, service was fantastic, and we love a good Italian restaurant!

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    Eliza G.

    Usually Italian food doesn't hit the spot for me around Sacramento like the Italian food does from SoCal or NYC. So I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed the food here! Very authentic! Bella Maci is a little hidden gem in Historic Folsom Sutter Street. I liked the clean classic elegance vibe decor. Easy to make reservations via Ressy if needed, but when I went for lunch it wasn't too busy. We ordered Bruschetta, Mezi Rigatoni, Penne, and Tiramisu. Bruschetta appetizer was delicious! It wasn't the kind with tomatoes on it, it was way better. I loved the combination of the honey burrata, fuji apple, and prosciutto. I had the Penne as my entree. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the combo of the white sauce and dungeness crab melts in your mouth. I tried a bite of the Mezi Rigatoni and the hint of wine flavor from the bolognese sauce was really nice. Then always my favorite part, dessert! Tiramisu was amazing! Maci said its housemade. The coffee creme was divine. Happy to have stumbled upon this place. Looking forward to coming back and trying more dishes off the menu!

    The mixed green salad- not sure if this is seasonal because it has nectarines in it.
    Lynne P.

    The food: pasta is fresh and tastes "home made" I enjoyed the Orecchiette the first time I went and the second time I went with the Busiate. They were both delicious and I'd order them again. The service: The waitresses and staff are welcoming and attentive. The owner came out to our table each time to say hello. Love the intimate and authentic Italian vibe of this restaurant. They only offer beer and wine, no hard alcohol. The wine pour was rather small, I almost thought it was brought over so I could "taste" it. Buy a bottle instead if you are with other wine drinkers.

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    Jennie S.

    Delicious fresh and authentic Italian food. We enjoyed every bite. Service was friendly and helpful. Reservations required as it is a small intimate restaurant. We will be back.

    Pecan salad?
    Tariq M.

    We really wanted to like Bella Maci. It's a small, locally owned Italian-themed restaurant in Folsom, and we came in genuinely hoping to support a small mom-and-pop operation. But from the moment we walked in, the experience steadily declined. The first issue was the bait-and-switch: the enticing menu on the website bore little resemblance to the limited menu at the restaurant. What we came for wasn't available. A young waitress took our beverage order and then an older woman named Brooke took over our table of four. After ordering, my partner and I simply switched seats at the same table so she could be closer to the window. When Brooke returned with our food, she seemed flustered and accused us of having "tricked" her by changing seats. She then handed the wrong dishes to the wrong people and, in the process, stepped on my designer shoe--without so much as a glance or an apology. The food didn't redeem the experience. The butter lettuce, Caesar, and arugula salads tasted like prepackaged grocery greens dumped onto a plate, drenched in oil, and topped with a few scattered nuts. The bucatini resembled a slightly modified plate of Chef Boyardee. Even the Prosecco tasted off--oddly tangy, like it had been open too long or stored poorly. We gave Bella Maci a fair shot and left not just disappointed, but baffled. When the co-owner provides curt, chaotic service and can't even offer a simple apology for stepping on a guest's shoe, it's hard to feel welcome--let alone impressed. This was a frustrating, forgettable experience. Sorry, but we won't be back

    Hillary S.

    What a great place for a date! Charming and very nice staff. The food is marvelous. I had a chicken pasta with a cream sauce and I couldn't stop eating it. Starting off with the bruschetta was a great choice too. I've never been to old town Folsom, but this quaint little strip of stores and restaurants is the perfect backdrop for such a unique restaurant.

    If I could have scraped more, I would have. Amazing dish.

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    Is Bella maci kid friedly?

    Yes, they have a little kids menu. The atmosphere is not really geared towards kids, but there were kids while we were there. Maybe bring a coloring book or tablet to keep them from getting bored

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