Had a LOVELY lunch today with Woodland as our server. We were a walk in lunch and he was so pleasant and helpful! I ordered the special which was delicious!! We enjoyed the views and the atmosphere for sure, and the food was really wonderful. Fresh flavors and wonderful ingredients. I tried a lavender mixed drink, but wasn't a fan. Woodland didn't hesitate to remove the item from the bill. Really loved the place!!! read more

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Well! Bella Siena is a jewel! Perfect location (right in the water), windows everywhere, so there's hardly a bad seat in the house, great food, great drinks, and even better service! We went yesterday for my husband's birthday. I made a reservation on Open Table and called to request a window seat. We arrive and were greeted warmly, and taken to our window table. Yusuf was our server, and he is so much more than a server. He is family. He made superb recommendations, and every drink, entree and dessert he recommended was mouthwatering! We had the Misto salad, mushroom soup (soup of the day), saffron pappardelle, chicken Parmesan, and mushroom ravioli (we took plenty home!). The house-made noodles and sauces were delectable! We also ordered the apple crumb for dessert made the Yusuf way, AND Yusuf brought us a raspberry basil sorbet with candle and sang happy birthday with me to my husband. We will be back soon and will be bringing friends and family to experience the greatness of Bella Siena. Thank you Yusuf and team! read more

We've been to Bella Siena a few times in Benicia on 1st Street, but most recently we were celebrating a family birthday and traveled to this charming town for a special meal on the water. The restaurant has grown ~ there's an outside space, large interior space, and they just added an additional room on the side of the building that is dedicated to large groups/parties. We called and made reservations ahead, and were seated in their new and spacious room along with other special birthday occasions. The service in this room was excellent, and we had such a nice evening. The sun was setting on arrival, so we shared some nice photos and a round of drinks before ordering apps/dinner. Their cocktail menu is really nice and seasonal drinks too. Special shoutout to their Pineapple Martini and fresh puréed seasonal fruit margaritas. We started with the sautéed prawns, Caesar salad, and calamari fritti. For kiddos they do have high chairs, a special menu, crayons, and sippy cup. For mains our party ordered the chicken parmigiana, marinated grilled teriyaki skirt steak, the pecan crusted pork chop, and a few other choices including the grilled lamb tenderloin too. The pork chop was my favorite ~ juicy, clean meat in a nice port wine reduction. The surprise birthday blackberry sorbet was such a fun hit for post meal also. To note in addition, Bella Siena has a lunch menu featuring paninis like a grilled Kobe beef burger and grilled free range chicken breast. I look forward to coming back soon and enjoying an afternoon or evening here again. Bellissima! read more

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This is definitely one of my favorite spots. I love visiting at least once a month. I'll admit I tend to stick to the same menu items, but it's only because they're so good. My partner usually orders the teriyaki skirt steak, which is a very well-portioned, beautifully presented, tender, and delicious. I typically go for the carpaccio, which is always a treat. The staff is absolutely fantastic. Jordy has become one of our regular bartenders. I don't even need to place my order; she already knows what I want. The ambiance is very elegant and beautiful. It's a great place to watch the sunset over the water. read more

Bella Siena - carpaccio - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

The meal felt like a celebration from the very first bite. The appetizers stole the spotlight especially the portobello mushrooms, layered with tangy blue cheese and a rich balsamic reduction, all resting on a bed of warm, velvety polenta. Absolute perfection. The prawns followed close behind, swimming in a luscious lemon-garlic white wine sauce with sautéed spinach comforting and indulgent in every bite. The crab cakes? Pleasant, but easily overshadowed by everything else. The entrées carried the momentum beautifully. The lobster ravioli was decadent and satisfying, while the 16 oz ribeye arrived flawlessly cooked, tender and full of flavor. The lamb loin was equally impressive, served over creamy mashed potatoes with perfectly grilled vegetables that tied it all together. Cocktails were just as memorable the lavender and blood orange martinis were vibrant, refreshing, and elegantly garnished with edible flowers, adding a delicate, fragrant touch. The restaurant buzzed with energy it was one of those warm, golden evenings where everyone seemed to be out enjoying life by the water. And then there was Jordan, our server, who truly elevated the experience. Attentive, witty, and effortlessly charming, he made us feel completely taken care of from start to finish. Set right along the water, the restaurant itself is stunning both in ambiance and experience. It came highly recommended by friends, and now we understand why. Safe to say, we'll be recommending it too. read more

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This is one of my favorite Italian restaurants. Almost like being in Italy, almost ... I've been here countless times but decided to write a review about the last two times I came. One of the times I brought my niece who is an Italian food lover as well. Crab cakes, carpaccio, superb! Main dishes: rigatoni allá salsiccia, lobster ravioli added shrimp - divine! Drinks: hibiscus martini and a raspberry mojito mocktail. Everything is always amazing. Other favs I did not have this evening are the gnocchi, pork chop, mushroom risotto. The next experience was for an anniversary party! We had the room in the back and it was so cute and put together! The menu was nice and the Staff at Bella Siena made a special moment even more enjoyable. Great place for a party or just a dinner for two! read more

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For the win- get the Coco Special ... Great service , excellent selections and suggestions by Coco - It's a very comfortable place to eat. The bar area is nice and plant of seating inside and out. We were seated rather quickly , and we met by staff after a few minutes . Our appetizer was there in a blink , I really do mean a blink. You won't go wrong with anything that n the menu . Stop by and give it a try read more

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Went in on Friday night & sat at the bar as we always do. We had a new gal Brittany and what a great addition to Bella she is, she ask our names and addressed us by our names all night. She was attentive and friendly, look forward to having her as our waitress again:) I had the skirt steak dinner with mashed potatoes & vegetables, it was delicious. Hubby had pasta with sausage & bell peppers, he enjoyed it. read more

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Bella Siena is a family Italian restaurant right on the boardwalk of Benicia. The downtown Benicia boardwalk is definitely happening as the backroom was full of gatherings and our family decided to have a small birthday gathering on a table in front. It was between Bella and the place next door. There was some confusion with reservations, so I would recommend getting there and checking in early. The perfect trip to Italy / Siena includes pasta and Bella Siena is no different. I ordered the chicken parmigiana with extra cheese. The linguini and marinara provided a nice salutation away from the extra big piece of chicken. Calamari is the go-to appetizer for a reason. Cozze & Vongole is a great choice as well mostly if you have the big bread basket to soak up the sauce with the shellshockingly juicy shellfish. We ordered the arugula salad, but it never arrived with the appetizers gone and they dropped the mains. Most of the desserts had dairy, so I stuck with the blackberry sorbet option. read more

Sunday Funday at Bella for Arugula. Perfectly situated by the park, after chowing down, enjoy a nice stroll by the pier or the park. read more

Bella Siena - Another visit at Arugula's fav Benicia Restaurant. He's making sure Mom puts his order in completely and accurately. - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

10/10 never misses. Always so good, and great atmosphere. We go here for birthdays . :) read more

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Coco, our server, was wonderful! She was attentive, quick to get our orders, ensured that what we received was to our liking, and topped off our waters! She was super great with my youngest nephew who absolutely adored her and drew her a picture so she would remember him. Anyone that is cool with my nephews is cool with me! This restaurant is a gem in Benicia! It is located near the waterfront so when you make a reservation, ask for a table with a view- you'll see the water, Carquinez Bridge, birds, and the sunset. The bites that I absolutely loved and would go back for are: 1. The complimentary diced sweet onion olive oil dip and house bread. This is complimentary and it was so addicting! Apparently, people will buy mason jars of it for Xmas gifts! 2. The COZZIE & VONGOLE which is oven roasted mussels and manila clams in this super tasty rich garlic tomato white wine sauce! I should've ordered 2! Don't make the same mistake I did by ordering one especially if you're in a big party. 3. The DUNGENESS CRAB CAKES served on top of a light refreshing cucumber, tomato, and red onion relish with a side of sesame soy aioli. Mmmmm! 4. The PECAN CRUSTED PORK CHOP which was cooked perfectly so it retained juiciness that was topped with a port wine reduction sauce which paired well with the creamy polenta and sautéed spinach. 5. Desert?! Don't pass up on the BLACKBERRY SORBET which was not to sweet and so refreshing! Can I order a pint?! 6. Alcoholic drinks are GOOD AND STRONG! For a light refresher you can sip on that has tequila, St. Germain, muddled basil and lime, with grapefruit juice, order the ELDERFLOWER. *Great place to take a date and/ or family! *Chill ambiance. *Great picture opportunities inside and outside of the restaurant to capture an unforgettable experience. read more

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Had a great night tonight. Food was awesome. Our waitress was Coco, she was off the hook. If you go ask for her. We had a great time.

We were seated very quickly on a Sunday for late lunch and got seated by a window with a beautiful view of the bay! The staff were very attentive and professional throughout the entire meal. Appetizers: The skirt steak satay was so juicy and tender, a wonderful contrast to the crispy onion rings below. The beef carpaccio was flavorful and refreshing with the greens on top. The crab cakes were also very crispy with a good amount of crab inside - just what we were hoping for. Mains: They sprinkled fresh parmasan on all our pasta dishes! Spaghetti was actually very meaty in the sauce, which is exactly how my meat-loving dad likes it. The pappardelle was my favorite by far. The seafood was cooked to perfection - not too tough or chewy. The sauce was a shrimp bisque that really made the dish unique, but still had the fresh tomato element that I love in a pasta dish. The pasta itself was fantastic in texture, had a good bite to it and picked up the sauce really well. The mushroom risotto was creamy and yummy! I personally didn't have much of it. Overall, I would highly recommend this beautiful waterfront restaurant! There's a beautiful outside deck as well that looks like it'd be great during the warmer months read more

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Very cute restaurant. The food was delicious, and our server was kind. Our pastas tasted like comfort, but the bread pudding with vanilla ice cream was the best thing we ordered from there! Can't wait to have that dessert again. read more

Bella Siena - Linguine Frutti Di Mare - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

Omg what a hidden gem Great food, service huge portions and great drinks. The honey mango cosmo was delicious read more

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Italy in Benicia! One of the best Italian restaurants in the East Bay if not the best! The ambience and location by the water was already inviting. We came here to celebrate my birthday and all the food we got were 5 of 5! I'm not exaggerating at all! Of course we all shared what we all ordered. So glad we did! My favorite was the linguine seafood pasta! The sauce was delicious and wild! Needed more bread to dip into! Lol. The lobster ravioli was amazing as well! Will definitely return to Italy again in Benicia and see Bella Siena! Check it out for casual or special occasions! read more

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Beautiful amazing view of the water and Carquinez bridge from the back room! The mushroom ravioli was delicious and the Tiki guava cocktail was yummy if you like sweet drinks. The calamari was crispy and also came with artichokes which were tasty. My son enjoyed the linguine frutti de mare! It was big enough to share with another person. Coco was our waitress and she was so friendly, sweet and accommodating! I would definitely return back! read more

Bella Siena - Tiki Guava - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

Bella Siena is a very nice Italian restaurant in Benicia. The views of the Bay is nice. The decor is modern Italian, with some classic looks. Our server was good for our large party. She was accurate with everyone's order and didn't leave our water glasses empty. The food served was excellent. All the pastas ordered were cooked to perfection. The sauces were on point and the portions were decent. I would recommend giving Bella Siena a try for a nice Italian meal! read more

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Bella Siena, Benicia: 2025 Nov 9 (3.65 of 5) Bella Siena has one of the most beautiful settings in Benicia. Situated at the water's edge, this eatery offers both indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor seating is cozy while the courtyard patio seating is open to the beautiful views of the Carquinez Strait. We've been coming here for many years. The service and food have had its ups-and-downs. This evening, we dined with family members who ordered different dishes. The Food: Calamari Fritti (calamari, roasted bell pepper, chipotle aioli): The calamari was a tad limp which makes them extra chewy. (3 of 5) Dungeness Crab Cakes (dungeness crab, cucumber, tomato, red onion relish, sesame soy aioli): A little under-seasoned but otherwise a good buttery, delicate, flaky, and tender texture. The golden and crispy exterior makes a contrast to the soft interior giving it a nice crunch. (4 of 5) Short Ribs: The first thing we noticed was the rosemary stuck in the middle of the meat. I didn't mind but the other diners thought it intruded in the overall taste of their food. The short ribs were savoury, rich, and tender, and had a robust beefy flavour from the choice of meat and the slow cooking. The drawback were the vegetables. The carrots tasted like they were pulled from the garden and dropped on the plate. The raw carrots lowered the score from 4 to 3. (3 of 5) Lobster Ravioli (homemade lobster ravioli, prawns, sundried tomatoes, capers, lemon cream sauce): This is a nice dish but didn't have the rich, sweet, taste. The delicate lobster flavor was lost in the filling and other ingredients. Unfortunately, the star of this dish did not shine. (3.5 of 5) Lamb Tenderloin (grilled lamb, garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus): Two diners ordered this dish. While I thoroughly enjoyed mine, my dining companion wasn't too happy with their order. My meat had a rich, savoury, slightly sweet flavor. It was tender and had a succulent texture. It wasn't "gamey" but a little earthy. Though someone was a little heavy-handed with the pepper, I still enjoyed my dish. Overall, and because of what my companion experienced, we couldn't give this a 5. (4.5 of 5) Chicken Parmigiana (lightly breaded chicken breast, Monterey Jack cheese, basil, linguini pasta marinara): The chicken was juicy, with a tangy flavour. It's a comforting dish. The only drawback was the pasta. It lacked seasoning and the pasta was undercooked. (4 of 5) Bread Pudding (maple brandy sauce, crème anglaise): While we enjoyed the warmth and comfort of the sauce, we found the bread pudding spongier than we'd like. Good bread pudding usually tastes creamy and custardy, with a soft, spongy texture. This bread pudding is more cake-like. Overall, this dish lost points on the texture. (3.25 of 5) Siena Sundae (vanilla gelato, hot fudge, warm caramel drizzle, pecans): This dessert also went around the table, with each of us commenting differently about its presentation and taste. Overall consensus. (4 of 5) Corkage: The corkage this evening was $50.00 (see receipt) Service: We had a friendly server. Yusof was in his element, charming us with his friendliness and knowledge of the cuisine. We just felt that he was hovering around too much and that made us feel uncomfortable. Parking: There's plenty of parking but it's a good idea to carpool if possible. Because we were meeting there from different directions, the 6 of us drove there in 3 cars, so finding parking spots was a challenge. Atmosphere: The interior is clean and welcoming. The patio seating is premium seating for good weather, plus you can be assured of the beautiful views around you. read more

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We went to Bella Siena for a small family celebration on 5/2/26. As always the restaurant environment was wonderful. A little loud as many large groups were there celebrating graduations. My husband ordered Lobster Ravioli which was amazing!! My daughter ordered Salmon which she really enjoyed. I ordered Chicken Parm and was not impressed. It was okay but I have definitely had better. A little disappointing. On the bright side was our server. She and all the staff were fantastic! read more

Bella Siena - Chicken Parmigiana was just okay. - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

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I was surprised to get a seat for two 30mins before the rsvp online. I thought being Valentine's weekend it will be packed. Waited about 10 mins not too bad. Food was ok and it wasn't too bad. But I feel like the salmon was a little dry and it's been sitting out. The potato and spinach were bland. My drink was good, sweet and strong. Aoili sauce on the carpaccio tasted just like mayo. What I remember in the restaurant was loud. A little too much. You can dress up you can also go just wearing shorts or sweatpants. read more

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Reservation 645pm arrived promptly at 648pm. Busy Saturday night! So we waited and checked in. "It'll be 5 mins" 710pm still waiting. At this time there were several parties with RESERVATIONS corralled and ask to wait. 720pm RANDOM walk-in's told the wait would be 40-45 mins, how is this even possible. Why are you OVERBOOKING? We go up to the check in and ask again. "It'll be 5mins" NO apologies, just plain pompous stares. So we left. As a local, we wanted to support local businesses. This place has never been better than 2.5 stars. To be fair, the service staff is always polite. The food here will NEVER warrant a 45-1HR wait with a reservation! NEVER again! 1 star because I couldn't go into the negatives with yelp! read more

Bella Siena - Clearly understaffed with multiple tables open yet GROSSLY OVERWHELMED and OVERBOOKED! - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

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We came here for a late lunch early dinner to celebrate our lil sis. I ordered PAPPARDELLE ALLO ZAFFERANO (Homemade saffron pasta, prawns, wild mushrooms, fresh tomatoes, artichoke hearts, shrimp bisque sauce) but substituted the shrimp bisque sauce with pesto and instead of artichokes I added spinach. My pasta was soooo amazing. I also had the HONEY MANGO COSMO (Honey Mango Melon Rain Vodka, cranberry and fresh lime juice) which was to die for. We had the bread pudding with sea salt caramel ice cream on the side which was amazing. Everything was perfectly flavored, the staff were helpful and courteous and the ambiance is beautiful. Great for date nights or girls night by the water. We had such a great time. Can't wait to come back read more

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Still love this restaurant!!! Great food. Wait, did you hear me?! Great Food. Ordered: -Napa cabbage salad (with bacon& mushrooms) Good -Tomato Bisque- Yummy delicious -Mushroom Risotto- OMG!!! Best Risotto- perfect -pasta fish with homemade pasta, shrimp, tomato cream, artichokes....OMG x2!!! Best pasta dish... plate completely devoured. - bread and oil dip with sweet red onions marinated in red wine vinegar..... Now to all this fantasticness add attentive, warm... spot on service by James. Overall another fantastic meal on a beautiful day. Thank you James and all the kitchen staff unseen. Warm appreciation, Sharine S & C read more

Had an incredible dinner here last name while visiting Benicia. Restaurant is super cute, great ambiance and date night vibes. They have an extensive wine list, David Bynum Pinot noir was fantastic. We ordered the frutti de mare pasta which was full of seafood. The seafood was fresh and perfectly cooked. We also ordered the sausage rigatoni in a light cream sauce. Super yummy. The portions are large, and can easily be shared. Danielle was our server for the night and she was great! She was attentive, provided suggestions and was friendly. Highly recommend, will be returning again! read more

Bella Siena - Rigatoni with sausage - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

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Benicia is a little sleepy town with antique shops and a few restaurants, but for special occasions, you go to Bella Siena. They are located right by the water with beautiful views and exceptional food. We got a window seat inside with a view of the water. They still serve complimentary bread, and it came with a slightly sweet onion oil, which was addicting. The service was excellent and every dish we tried was better than the next. What we ordered: + Arugula salad - even though we ordered one salad, they split this for us in separate plates. This had pears, bleu cheese, and candied pecans. It was the perfect starter. + Pappardelle Allo Zafferano - wide homemade saffron pasta with prawns, mushrooms, and artichoke hearts in a shrimp bisque sauce. This was rich and delicious. + Salmone Alla Griglia - perfectly cooked salmon sits on a bed of yukon potato hash and spinach. Excellent. + Fruit crisp and ice cream and caramel - perfect. Highly recommend for a special night out. BTW prices are very reasonable for this quality of food. read more

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this is one of my family and i's go to dinner spot. we have tried most things on the menu but our favorites are the calamari to start and bread pudding (WITH the vanilla gelato) to end hehe the service is also always amazing! they have the most friendly and attentive staff. we usually end up getting different entrees every time, but this time I ended up getting their steak rib eye special which I have never had and it did NOT disappoint. they made it perfectly medium rare and the mashed potatoes were so creamy and delish. my husband got his favorite which is the chicken parm, but he substitutes his pasta sauce for pesto and loves it! their martinis are always good and we always have to get some throughout dinner and of course an espresso martini to end the dinner! definitely recommend trying any of their drinks but don't leave without an espresso martini! read more

Bella Siena - bread pudding - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

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This is my go-to Italian dinner spot during the Benicia Thursday Farmers Market. Shoutout to our fave server "auntie" Dory for being sweet and accommodating to my toddler who is a whirlwind. We tried most of the menu and can't go wrong with any of it- some faves are the calamari, shrimp pappardelle and the risotto- so flavorful and fresh with ample portions. I've heard good things about the osso bucco so gotta add it to the list! The ambiance is beautiful especially if you sit near the back with the windows during sunset. It overlooks the bay and Benicia bridge. There's also outdoor seating. There is free street parking in the surrounding streets. read more

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Visited this place on a on a recommendation by someone who eats here often but I wasn't as impressed as others and as those who recommended this place. The ambiance is great and being right on the water brings a certain level of enjoyment and upscale feel. The service was good but not over the top. We had a table of 10 and I went without water and some of my table as well. Felt and observed that the young lady helping us was more involved with other tables and probably working for that tip knowing our was an automatic 18% since we were a big group. Don't like when servers take this approach. As for the food it was just ok. I asked what the best or recommended plate the server said the pecan encrusted pork chop. Being originally from Texas I love anything southern like this and anything with pecans. Take a look at the picture, do you see any pecans encrusted anything ? Or any pecans on the plate? Yea neither do I..When I asked the server she said well it's not really pecan encrusted it's more like a flavor. Guess what? There was no pecans flavor. Overall, I probably wouldn't eat here again. You can't serve a plate that is described as pecan encrusted anything with no pecans. The reason for my two stars review is this place is not as advertised. It's probably a great place for locals and a go to and great for drinks because the rest of the table's drinks were good. However beyond that at least for me, I never experienced a 4 star review. read more

Bella Siena - Pork chop - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

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Very good food, big portions nice place. For a special occasion. We celebrate husband birthday.

This place has a view of the water and a bridge! It is so beautiful looking at the view of the bridge. Food that we ordered just perfect! Our server is Jordan and he is very attentive, recommended the type of pasta that we should order. He is super nice, friendly and has social skills. We will come again! 5 Star for this place! read more

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Finally tried Bella Siena, and it was an excellent meal. Reserved a table for 4 people for Christmas Eve. They were serving a limited (not fixed) menu but still offering a broad selection from their menu. We started with appetizers for the table; the bruschetta, the calamari, and the carpaccio. All were good, but the carpaccio was the standout. A lovely balance of flavors. Since it was Christmas Eve, I treated myself to a Dirty Martini. A solid, quality martini. With extra olives, of course. Entrees at the table included: Lobster Ravioli, Veal Piccata, Gnocchi Al Pesto (with prawns), and the Lamb Tenderloin. Again, all were very good but the standout was the lamb. Tender, a wonderful flavor of Rosemary, and the port wine reduction was perfect. My veal was very good but the mashed potatoes were great. Yes, I know, mashed potatoes, but they were really good. The texture and flavor were just right, and they were a perfect balance to the veal and the spinach. Desserts were also excellent. My son ordered the Tiramisu. We are Tiramisu snobs, and this one was very good. Not necessarily the best we've ever had but very good, and we all liked it. My daughter had the chocolate mousse cake, and this was also very good. I had my favorite dessert - Affogato. Put one of these in front of me and I am happy. The restaurant itself is on the water in Benicia. Depending on where you sit, you may have a very nice view of the Carquinez Strait. The service was excellent. Attentive enough, even on a very busy night but not over the top, and our waitress was willing and able to make recommendations that were helpful. The restaurant can be loud. It was very busy on the night we were there, the the volume was pretty high. All-in-all, a great night and an excellent meal. read more

The ambience is absolutely stunning. It's a great place for a cute day. The service is always wonderful and the food is very tasty. I love their Caesar salad as well as their pork chop dinner. This place has great desserts as well as a great selection of wine. I ended the night with dessert and a glass of port wine I really enjoyed myself and looking forward to going back read more

Bella Siena - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

I can't believe I haven't written a review for Bella Sienna yet! It's a lovely restaurant with great views of the bay and the carquinez strait. Service is always friendly and helpful. It's a really nice restaurant with lots of tables but it feels kind of cozy and relaxed. The food is excellent and they have a nice choice of wine. It's lively on the weekends with a nice bar and bartenders. read more

Bella Siena - Penne al pollo - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California

**New Year's Eve at Bella Siena was nothing short of magical.** From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with genuine warmth and attentive service that set the tone for the entire evening. The staff struck the perfect balance--professional, welcoming, and thoughtfully present without ever feeling intrusive. The food was exceptional from start to finish. Each course was beautifully prepared and full of flavor, clearly crafted with care and intention. From the comforting, perfectly seasoned butternut squash soup to the impeccably cooked entrées, herb crusted pork chop and salmon both on a bed of polenta and spinach, every dish felt elevated yet deeply satisfying. Dessert was the perfect finale--an affogato that was simple, elegant, and absolutely delicious. And then there was the view. Dining with the water stretched out before us created the most serene and memorable backdrop for ringing in the New Year. Watching the evening settle in, with the lights reflecting across the bay, added an unforgettable sense of calm and celebration all at once. Bella Siena delivered an experience that felt special without being forced--great food, stunning scenery, and truly gracious service. It was the perfect place to close out the year and welcome the next. We'll absolutely be back. read more

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My sister and I had the best time at Bella Siena last night. It's her favorite restaurant in Benicia so when she comes down from Sacramento area we have to go! The food was so tasty. YUM! The service was amazing! The specialty drinks made by Trent the bartender there was one of the best drinks I've ever had. Drinks are important and I really enjoyed mine! Good job Trent and Bella Siena! read more

Very nice layout and professional friendly servers. Our to-go place in Benicia for a night out.

Amazing experience. Beautiful space and packed with people. Despite the large crowd service was attentive and friendly. We had a very intimate table tucked in so we could talk despite the bustle. They have a creative cocktail list and drinks are large! The calamari was a great starter- crisp calamari with fried artichoke hearts and green beans. For entrees the linguine frutti de mare was full of shrimp, salmon, and mussels in a tomato sauce. The homemade parpadelle allo zafareno was delish with saffron, tomatoes , shrimp, artichoke hearts, and mushrooms in a lobster sauce. Portions are large and prices are great! A great spot for a family dinner or a romantic date night. read more

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First off the ambiance is great, view of the water, a lot of charm. The food though, was a bit flat. I ordered the Pappardelle Allo Zafferano. Sounded delicious, saffron pasta and a shrimp bisque sauce. Looked delicious. Taste, not that delicious. Lacked seasoning, depth of flavor. I do want to go back and try some of their other dishes. With the average review score, maybe it was just an off day. read more

Bella Siena - Pappardelle Allo Zeffarano - Italian Near Me - Benicia, California