I've been itching to try here because it's literally in my neighborhood. Harkens memories of strolling through Rome and finding a little corner place wedged in between the existing architecture with insufficient air conditioning. Friendly, inviting, festive. I was smiling as I walked in the door, and was lead through an enchanting path mimicking ivy-lined tresses. Attended to right away (albeit 6pm on a Tuesday) by a friendly waitress. Specials on an easy to read board she hand carried. Carbonara for me, bolognese for her, bruschetta to start. Red sangria special (because it's HOT outside) for both. Sparkling water to drink. Not flexing, just inventorying. Never had a glass empty without prompt attention, and checking back after the first few bites to ensure we were satisfied. This was one of the better experiences I've had since moving back here. Pellana beats it, but not by much. Spectacular meal, friendly welcoming staff, fun, funky atmosphere pulling you back to the old country. Has to be 5, I certainly hope yours is as well! read more

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Awesome Italian food! We went in April on a Tuesday about 5pm and we pretty much had the place to ourselves. The staff were very nice! The food came out quick and sooo good! Good sized portions! I'd recommend! read more

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I came before the dinner rush on a week night and I was the only person located in the dining area I was sat in. My server was very kind and I had no issues with her. What I took issue with was the quality of the food vs the price. The bread was like eating a partially toasted crouton. The Caprese Salad was $18 and flavorless. The Penne ai Formaggi Misti looked like children's macaroni with a penne noodle and the Tiramisu was basically a sponge covered in cream. I was very disappointed and am absolutely astonished that they have a high rating. I would not recommend or return. read more

Bella Verona - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Went here for a rainy Sunday dinner. Only one big group and a couple plus my party of two when I was there. It's a very small space. The servers were very nice and helpful. They served warm bread right away, which was good. I got the special chicken almafi I think it was called with penne noodles. It was okay. The person I dined with for the chicken Parmesan with spaghetti noodles. It also was just okay. I believe there were two individual bathrooms that were tiny but clean. Overall the food was just okay, but not my preferred type of Italian food. The location is perfect, not far from the parking garage. read more

Bella Verona - Chicken almafi - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Delightful little Italian style restaurant in Salem, with delicious food and lovely team running it. A little pricey but if you're on vacation that's the cost of the calories not counting or something... Lobster ravioli was excellent but the star was the seafood medley - think it was called Calamari Alla Livornese but it was much more elaborate than this name suggests. Clams, calamari, scallops and shrimp. read more

I took my husband and son here for Father's Day and immediately we were greeted by the friendly host and promptly seated. This was our first time here and I had heard good things about it. Our table was by the large front window. Its built in bench is too short for someone who is six feet and the cushion is very flat and worn. The large mirror by our table needs to be cleaned-there was splattered food on it and all the adorable decore such as the empty bottles of wine are in serious need of dusting. Our waitress Izzy was sweet and efficient. We began with the grilled calamari octopus appetizer which was very good. For my entree I had the Seafood Del Mar over Risotto instead of pasta and I was very surprised there were not any mussels nor clams. It had shrimp, scallops and calamari. It was very tasty and plentiful but I had gotten this dish several times at other Italian restaurants and it came with a side bowl for the clam and mussel shells. I also asked for a house red with my meal and was surprised the small glass of wine cost $15! Other Italian restaurants we frequent, a glass of house wine usually costs between $8-$12. My son and husband said their entree was good but would probably not return because there are so many other Italian restaurants that are better. This little restaurant has potential and its quaintness would probably be nice on a cold wintery day but it seriously needs a thorough cleaning. Before leaving I used the restroom and was disappointed how dirty it was. It makes me question how clean the kitchen is. :( read more

So, we were looking for an upscale Italian restaurant. The Italian bread was hard as a rock, stale and very "crispy" it was clearly sitting under heat lamps for far to long. We ordered a simple Pasta Bolognese (or Ragù alla Bolognese). What we received was prince out of the box spaghetti with a watered down red liquid with no meat (no visible meat!) for the low low price of a dirty water glass and 60$ bill. So that the Chef and owner may better understand, Pasta Bolognese is supposed to be a rich, slow-cooked meat sauce with finely diced onions, celery, and carrots (soffritto), ground meats (beef, pork, or veal), wine, tomatoes, and milk! and it's traditionally paired with wide, flat pasta that can hold up to the meat sauce. THIS WAS A TERRIBLE dinner, something even Chef Boyardee wouldn't serve. If you intend to have a restaurant, DO BETTER. read more

Fantastic Saturday night at this charming Italian trattoria. The restaurant was very busy, but they graciously accommodated us. It was cozy and a little cramped, but honestly felt like stepping back into old-time Italy with the lively atmosphere and neighboring tables so close by. The service was excellent, the Chianti was wonderful, and the food was outstanding. I had the lobster ravioli special with saffron crème sauce, and my partner customized his chicken broccoli dish with ziti and mushrooms -- the restaurant was incredibly accommodating. We finished with handmade cannolis and limoncello, which were the perfect ending to a great meal. Easily some of the best Italian food in the area. Can't wait to go back! read more

Went back this year because it was so good last year. This place must be a hidden gem because it wasn't insanely packed and crazy. It was early, around 5pm on a Thursday night in October and I'm glad that it was so civilized. My daughter and I split the artichoke appetizer. It was very good. We also shared the pumpkin ravioli special which was delicious! My son had the bolognese and said that it was the best he's ever had. He is a cook and has worked in high end restaurants so that is saying a lot! We gobbled it up and I forgot to take pictures. Definitely on my list of must haves when we are in town. read more

Bella Verona - Tortellini was delicious! The little bit of a nice garlicky tomato sauce made it all the more better. - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Many many times been here with my wife sometimes we're here with friends. Everything is excellent. The waiters are very friendly. The owner is willing to accommodate you whatever you want and if he doesn't have it, tell him what you want and it'll be ready for you the next day. The wine list is good very good. The prices are reasonable get there early. It gets pretty crowded later on in the evening very popular place. read more

Our perfect last night on vacation dinner was spent here. Cool shop right by the restaurant we ventured into also. Ambiance is nice and service was great. I'd definitely recommend for some good Italian food. read more

Way overpriced and bland. It's no surprise why this place wasn't busy during dinner in October. I shared the pollo and broccoli pasta and it was milky with plain chicken. Not seasoned at all. The rest of my table had similar experiences with bland dishes. This place also seems to trick you for every dollar. In fine point at the bottom of the menu there is an additional $6 charge to share dishes, an additional charge for more bread, and more. Service was friendly. read more

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A cute little Italian place. You get bread, olive tapenade, butter, and oil for the table. The tagliatelle primavera was bland and under seasoned. The carbonara was good, but not great. The chicken amalfi was delicious. The lamp chops were good, but under seasoned and they came out medium well (could not choose temperature.). The service was okay. read more

Bella Verona - Linguini Carbonara - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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Food was perfectly cooked. We ordered the veal and the chicken... Both of the sauces were delicious. We paid extra for homemade pasta for the second dish and it was so worth it so tasty... Wines were nice .glass size was a bit small. Portions were hefty. Service was impeccable from the moment we walked in... We will be back . read more

We enjoyed dinner at Bella Verona. It's a quiet, small place with intimate seating. Warm, friendly staff. We ordered off the Specials Blackboard: Linguini with clams in a white sauce, spinach ravioli in a sauce with touch of nutmeg, and house Caprese salad with fresh mozzarella with balsamic vinaigrette. We chose glass of Chianti. Food was delightful and priced higher than the area. Small Gripe: No draught beer Alert: Restroom no bigger than an airline toilet, so unsuitable if disabled. read more

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Everything was fantastic across the board, friendly and quick service and our food was all delicious. Love the quaint vibe, feels like somewhere you'd go in the north end, we'll be back for sure. We had minestrone, salad, chicken picatta and the spaghetti w sausage read more

Dea was our server and she was friendly, polite, and very sweet. Food was awesome, the environment was friendly and quiet for the size of the restaurant. Italian feel when you're there. Going again in September 6th with a couple of great friends and again in the future. Julie read more

Expensive and bland eggplant app. Not great sauce and the veggies were variable . Paridiso in Swampscott is a much better choice

The food was really good authentic Italian food The desserts were excellent. I really enjoyed the food here If you love cozy warm home restaurants this is the place. The service was very good read more

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Service was great, the bread was good but then they brought out butter in foil wrapping and an olive tapenade basically just chopped olives in a dish. No balsamic no olive oil. I ordered the spaghetti and meat sauce and they asked if i wanted cheese on my spaghetti and i said yes. They brought over pizza place Parmesan in a jar lol even Olive Garden uses fresh cheese and grates it on your food. That just threw me off because this place looks nice so i was expecting real whipped butter, olive oil, balsamic, real Parmesan cheese freshly grated over my food. read more

This place is totally underrated! Went here last night with another couple. It is directly across from the Hawthorne Hotel, which is super convenient for that area and the commons. The inside is a mix match of Italian and culture decor. It feels small, but they recently expanded and now have an additional dining room. It can feel a bit like someone's living room, but that added to the place's charm. The staff were very attentive, without being pushy. The specials were on an eraser board and placed on a chair for our table to review. The server explained the dishes well and even let us try the house wine. They only serve beer, wine, and spritzers. The house Pinot Grigio was light and refreshing. We ordered gnocchi in a gorgonzola sauce that was well-balanced and not overly gorgonzola! :) We also got the Caprese salad, and eh, this was just ok. The table ordered Trota alla Mugnaia con Capperi, Tortellini Mantecati, Tagliatelle Primavera, and a special Scaloppine dish for entrees. All were seasoned and cooked well. For dessert, we got the lemon sorbet, which is very cute, bright, and refreshing, and the berry panna cotta. It is not too sweet and is set expertly. Hubs and I couldn't believe that we hadn't been here yet and plan to come back often. If you are looking for an authentic Italian meal with excellent service, I highly recommend it. The only ding and it might not be a ding, was the bathroom was not accessible for those with disabilities, perhaps, with the addition they have another bathroom but I did not go and look. read more

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The restaurant is small and intimate which is really cute. The service was great. I was very excited to try because of the good reviews. Unfortunately I was disappointed that our food were not as great as the reviews. Both of our food were bland, no taste at all. read more

Very cute place. The food is great, although the menu is incredibly limited. The price is good, but the service is a bit confusing as we had 4 different waitresses so it made it difficult to get help and with tip. Very small beer and wine selection too, so not really a place to get a drink at all. Super small and tight inside as well. happy i went but not sure id go back. read more

Food was tremendous service was as well. This has been here almost 30 years for good reason. As a Salem resident I can't believe this was our first time. read more

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This is our second time here (last time in 2017). We were offered the same table we had before which was a nice treat, we started by sharing a minestrone soup. Hubs had the special Shrimp Verona and I had the scalloping all'a Provencale. Out of this world!!!!. With a carafe of wine and dessert of tiramisu and profiterole we were in heaven. Service was great and atmosphere wonderful. read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

My mom and I absolutely love this tiny gem of a place so much! We were worried with their expansion they'd lose the really cozy atmosphere inside, but they managed to just extend it into the new space. They've done a beautiful job. The staff is so friendly and welcoming, the food is amazing, and I love that it's a quiet nook where you can curl up and just enjoy your dinner. We'll be back, every visit. read more

Bella Verona - LINGUINI CAPESANTE E GAMBERI... muah! - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Well , we have been coming here for special dinners and celebrations for over 20 years and we LOVE the consistent delicious food and the waitstaff is so friendly and welcoming and attentive. I especially love the old world Italian cafe charm . Tonight's dinner lived up to expectations! Will be back again soon read more

The food was delicious and the service was great plus the atmosphere was amazing and the servers were friendly and welcoming read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Parking is a bit of a pain, but we were able to find one on the next street over. The place is small with very limited seating. The crowd was very noisy early on, but quieted down as the night progressed. Our server was very nice. Food was spot on, albeit quite pricey. My linguine del mare tasted great, and my husband really liked his veal. Our daughter loved her spaghetti Bolognese. The only thing was - she did not know that the meatballs were an add on of $7 to an already $21.95 entree. read more

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We were a group of 6 and provided with great service and outstanding food. Several of the party had the veal Francois special offering which was probably the best I have ever had. My wife had a trout special and raved about the preparation and flavors. Also enjoyed the finely made expresso after the meal. Fine dining with grand ambiance.. we'll be back when next in Salem. read more

This was a great little spot, cute ambiance, decor was.... Interesting. Lighting was low, seating is cramped as indoor tables are very close to each other. Menu is limited and we asked if the tortellini dish could be made with linguini instead and was told the kitchen was backed up so they couldn't take requests, I ordered it as is and it was absolutely delightful. My wife ordered tiramisu for dessert, I've never had tiramisu that I liked, this one was absolutely to die for. I wish I had ordered one of my own! read more

Bella Verona - Tortellini - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Best meal we had in Salem!! And some of the best Italian food we've ever had - and that's coming from two jersey girls! read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

I have to start off by saying that our waitress was the nicest waitress we've ever had (not just in Salem, anywhere)! The food was incredible. I got the pumpkin ravioli and it did not disappoint! I can't wait to come here again on future trips. read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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The service and wait staff were fantastic but the food was very ok. Tara was very helpful and accommodating even for our party of five which included a toddler and a blind family member. She very nicely got my toddler a smaller portion of tortellini that didn't exist on the menu. However, that scoop of tortellini was $17. The hidden charges that we weren't informed about for very ok food were steep. My daughter got the tortellini and added meatballs for a hidden fee of $7. My blind family member was charged an additional $6 for tortellini instead of pasta even though the server gave tortellini as an option when he was ordering. My NY strip was decent but for $42 I'd rather go to Ledger. I hope they reduce their menu prices or improve their food taste and quality. read more

Bella Verona - We were not informed that meatballs and tortellini would be additional charges. $17 for a toddler portion of tortellini is crazy. - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

Great food, wonderful atmosphere. The tortellini was fantastic! The aperol spritzer was just right read more

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OMG! Amazing Amazing Amazing!!! Ate here twice during our weekend-long trip. The bruschetta was hands down the best I've ever had. The tomatoes were so fresh and sweet. Absolutely perfect. The Pesto Gnocchi was to die for and even the spaghetti was out of this world!! You must try this place before you leave Salem! read more

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Oh Bella Verona, how amazing you are and how amazing your staff was to me, my sister, and my mother. Your Italian was so fresh and so perfect. So first things first, the actual restaurant is small and cozy and romantic and perfect. It is definitely intimate and if your looking for a date spot this is the place to go. The decor is amazing. Different wine bottles, lots of photos and papers. Just superb. Order a glass or bottle of wine, whichever you prefer. They have fresh baked bread come out to your table as well. The blackboard has the specials. All of which were explained to us in detail by our server. We asked for recommendations and his recommendations were spot on. The bruschetta, with mozzarella, YUM. So fresh, and let me tell you, simple, but the best bruschetta I have ever devoured (yes we devoured). The marinated artichokes over pancetta and mozzarella with seasoning. Again another joyful item to begin our fabulous meal. So for my meal, the veal and mushroom special. Think of a veal masala. I am weird (I know) and typically don't enjoy mushrooms nor mushroom dishes. But this caught my eye, and I am so glad I ventured out and ordered it. The best mushroom dish I have ever had. The sauce was so perfect, it coated the noodles with just enough thickness and the veal was cooked to perfection. With freshly grated Parmesan on top. This was easily hands down the best Italian dish I have ever had. To finish our meal we all ordered cappuccinos and we have the warm berry panna cotta. Again YUM! The panna cotta was the perfection mix of just enough sweetness with freshness of the homemade berry sauce. With the cappuccino it was the end of a perfect meal. Overall I absolutely adored this restaurant, the service was phenomenal, the food exceptional, and the atmosphere superb. If we are ever back in Salem, we will definitely be back. read more

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Came on a Monday night and it was quite busy! It's a small Place but they utilize the space well. We had the sangria, limoncello spritz, pork, caterina chicken. The spritz was better than the sangria but don't be fooled it is STRONG. The pork was excellent and cooked well. The chicken was also so good we were nearly licking the sauce up. I took off one star because we ordered the shrimp polenta as an appetizer and never got it. Which was a bummer. Otherwise it was great! read more

The food and Service was great. They were packed because it was Halloween, but still had time to ensure we had everything we needed. The ambiance was festive and it inclusive. read more

Bella Verona - Italian Near Me - Salem, Massachusetts

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After suffering mediocre, over-priced tourist dining in Salem we stumbled on this amazing hidden gem of a restaurant. Quiet, sweet little restaurant. Nothing disappointed. Price was appropriate for such delicious food. Can't wait to visit Salem again to come back to our new favorite restaurant. read more