Worth coming here if you're in the neighborhood and want Italian! I came here with two others who are regulars. We ordered the roasted cauliflower and the rice balls to start with. I got the butternut squash ravioli and the other two ordered the eggplant pasta. Everything we ordered was delicious. The cauliflower had a perfect texture and enough breadcrumbs to and sauce to make it tasty. The rice balls were the perfect combo of flavor, texture, and gooey-ness from the cheese. The butternut squash ravioli was actually filing, due to the cream sauce. It helped that I had appetizers as well if I had just ordered the ravioli, I would have ordered something else with it, probably a salad. I didn't try the dish my friends ordered, though they said it was really good. One of my friends informed the waiter it was my birthday and at the end of the meal I was surprised with a slice of olive oil cake and a lovely rendition of happy birthday! I very much appreciate it. I definitely would like to come back and try the pizza. read more

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Belli continues to be a yummy and inviting restaurant with great dishes and lovely cocktails. I went during happy hour so the belli martini (basically a lemon drop but they use fresh juice which makes it even better) is 10 bucks! Great welcoming service by Alejandro at the bar. The short rib pappardelle was delicious after adding a little salt. I love that even at the bar they still served bread and oil with your meal. read more

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Neighborhood spot serving solid Italian food (they have a brunch too with more of a Mexican twist). Highlight here is the pizzas and staff here are happy to customize however you like. Love the crust on the pizzas here; my favorite is the umami. I also highly recommend the arancini appetizer, which is delish. Don't skip on their affogato, which might be the best I've had. read more

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We made a res but didn't need one as it turned out. It was pouring rain and it wasn't busy, but this restaurant was DELICIOUS!! We loved it. Started with a delicious orange and elderflower cocktail and their yummy bread with marinara (complimentary). That marinara should be jarred!!! Then I had the Pappardelle Ragu (with short rib) and my son had the Rigatoni Bolognese. He said it was better than some he's had in Italy! (High praise from him!) Service was lovely and the restaurant itself is super charming. We're here for another week and a half and we'll be back before we leave! read more

Belli Osteria - Bread and Marinara - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Looking for a delicious meal of pasta with Crabmeat? Look no more. Belli Osteria exceeded my expectations for having a great meal. There was a sense of deja vu when we ordered from here via Uber Eats And then I had a light bulb moment--my very first Elite event I attended was at Belli Osteria. A pasta making class held at this little gem in Fort Greene with quaint, cozy and an inviting atmosphere. It was a fun event but unfortunately I didn't make my way back for dinner. Until now. Keeping it simple, I craved Black Pasta with Crabmeat, Scallions, Calabrian Chili and Lemon. Two orders arrived piping hot, well packed, included grated cheese and finally two small dinner rolls. When I unwrapped it, the aroma was amazing. I ate straight from the takeout dish. It was prepared excellently and I detected all the flavor profiles--the Crabmeat, lemon, scallions and finally, the kick of the Chilli. I was blown away by the deliciousness of this dish and will certainly order from Belli again. Judging by the menu, there seems to be an Argentinian influence; not entirely authentic Italian but good. I'd like to dine in next time. read more

Belli Osteria - Black Spaghetti with Crabmeat, scallions, chili and lemon. - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ambiance was casual European eatery. I was enticed by the positive reviews and location. I sat at the bar, and the bartender took my order then disappeared for the majority of my meal. I ordered a glass of pino noir and the Norma which was pasta with eggplant and mozzarella. I was not impressed with the pasta, it was al dente and had bite to it but the portion size was very small. I felt hungry afterwards. I looked for the bartender but he was nowhere to be found. Eventually the waitress came up to me and asked if I needed anything. I ordered another glass of Pinot noir and an order of appetizer calamari. The calamari was very good, tender and well seasoned. Still the bartender did not return. It wasn't until the end of my meal nearly an hour later that he materialized, took my dessert order and quickly brought a check. The dessert was very good. A chocolate torta with cannoli cream. The bill with tip was about $100. The waitress really held it down, the bartender definitely dropped the ball. The portion size and quality of the food was not worth $100 for one person. read more

Belli Osteria - Dessert and espresso - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We visited Belli Osteria on Sunday for brunch. We hadn't booked but turned up at around 1pm and were the only people there (the place did start to fill up later). I decided to to the bottomless brunch offer and my partner ordered beers. The bottomless brunch is a great deal as the price, $39, includes any entree from the menu and drinks (which they are super quick to refill for you). I ordered the smoked salmon Benedict and my partner went with our server recommendation of the burger (with the stracchino cheese). Food came quickly and we both really enjoyed our dishes. We also ordered the olive oil cake for dessert, which was probably the stand out of the meal. All in all the total cost came to $120 (including tax and tip) which we thought was good value. Would definitely revisit (we live close by) and recommend if you are in the area and looking for a good value brunch spot. read more

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For some, a totally reliable spot serving pasta, calamari, tiramisu, and other traditional Italian menu classics in a wooden space that hasn't been updated in years is incredibly comforting. To others, it feels a little uninspired and a bit pricier than what I'd expect, and I fall into the latter camp. That doesn't mean a place like this doesn't hit the spot every once in a while, and it did on a recent food crawl through the neighborhood. I had all aforementioned items, plus a little aperol spritz. While I don't think much of the decor inside, it's nice they have outdoor seating so I could enjoy my spritz under the sun, the only correct way to enjoy a spritz. All the food was fresh, and they even make the pasta in house, which is always awesome. The staff is quite sweet so I feel hesitant to say anything overly critical. But I'm someone who likes a bit of novelty when I dine out, and here there isn't any. If you're the sort of diner who likes comfort exclusively, Belli is a good spot for it. read more

This might be my favorite meal I've had on my New York visit! Went out for dinner with friends and wanted to try this local place. The decor was beautiful with wine bottles lining the walls and dim lighting from the modern chandelier fixtures. The waitstaff were very attentive and helpful with navigating our party's dietary restrictions. They gave us complimentary bread rolls to start out with, which came with olive oil and balsamic vinegar as well as a side of marinara sauce. I got the Pappardelle Al Ragu, and this might have been the best meal I had on my visit. The portions are large, and the pasta is so clearly freshly made with its good chew and texture. The noodles were perfectly cooked. The honey-braised rib meat was so tender that it melted in my mouth. I will be thinking about this dish for a very long time. I got to try my friends' Calabrese and Spaghetti Al Granchio pastas, and both were just as marvelous with complex yet addictive flavor profiles. There were only a couple of other tables filled when we got there, but the restaurant should be filled with patrons based on the food here and the friendly staff. Give this local place a try -- it will be well-worth your time! read more

Belli Osteria - Pappardelle Al Ragu - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I love Italian so couldn't wait to give this restaurant a try. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. We walked in and were greeted. The place was small but cute. We were sat and served by Nelson, Francisco, and Isabelle and they were great! We started with drinks of the Vesper Martini and a cocktai called Don't Make Me Blush and they both were good! For food we had the: Fontana Flatbread Granchio (black spaghetti with crab meat) Gnocchi Caccio E Peppe Torino (warm chocolate cake) The food was really good! I really enjoyed the Granchio! All in all this restaurant was super good! read more

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I ordered a passion light cocktail but I thought it was pretty strong. The calamari was nice, crunchy, soft but wasn't super amazing. Calabrese was slightly spicy with chorizo which I didn't like. Spaghetti was super hard. I didn't like the shrimp but overall, salty. Sundae was sweet and l liked the taffy. read more

Met a friend for brunch and the place was empty! Which I didn't mind, the waiter Alejandro was very nice and explained the menu to us. They have bottomless brunch which includes mimosas, bloody mary's and coffee. The calamari was excellent and crisped to perfection. The smoked salmon on muffin was OK, should've gone with the bolognese but didn't want to get too sleepy after eating. read more

Belli Osteria - Smoked Salmon on Muffin aka BENEDICT - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The service was fast and friendly. The food was hot and fresh. This is a hidden gem. Great burger read more

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Belli is a nice and reasonably priced Italian option in Clinton Hill. I came here with a few friends and ordered the pappardelle al ragu, which was great. You could really tell that the pasta had been made fresh. Considering this a 4-hour braised short rib ragu with homemade noodles, I thought $20 was a great price too. They also offer a $36 bottomless brunch which looks like a good deal! read more

Belli Osteria - Short rib ragu - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here with my girlfriend with a reservation on a Saturday eve. Definitely did not need one as it was a ghost town. Don't let that fool you. The food was phenomenal. We ordered calamari and the mushroom pasta with added shrimp. Both were spectacular. Came with a basket of fresh bread. Service a bit on the slow side, but pleasant. I would come here again. read more

Belli Osteria - Calamari Fritti - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The waiter was very attentive and nice. Ordered the veggie omelette and bolognese. The pasta was cooked to perfection, it was al dente just like I like it. The ambiance was nice too. Had a great brunch and will go back in the future. read more

Fantastic menu (pasta and bread made in-house). Excellent drink menu too. Service was friendly and attentive, location is very comfy too. New favorite spot! read more

If you want a low key happy hour with good food come check out Belli Osteria. This cute Italian restaurant makes fresh pasta but their must haves are their burgers. Also you have to try their truffle fries. I had their black spaghetti with crab meat and they aren't skimpy with the crabmeat. I like to come here for a low key happy hour and the vibes are very chill. They provide $10 drinks, $6 beer and wine and $7 bites. They also make great cocktails as well. Next door their is a pop up empanada spot if you want something quick and simple. They have indoor and outdoor dining. The service is always good here and they are very attentive (Sergio). This is a perfect place to catch up with friends or to have an intimate date. Tell them Eatingwithetienne sent ya! read more

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Standard pasta spot downtown Brooklyn, got the Arancini, the Ragu Paparadelle, and the funghi pasta. Everything was good and the service was excellent. read more

Belli Osteria - Indoor - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came to this restaurant with friends who have been coming for years. Belli is very comfortable and 'hamish', as we say in Yiddish. The service is friendly and professional, with just the right amount of oversight. Food was delicious. My gauge is the red sauce and this one was just the right balance of sweetness and tartness. Not ultra tomato-y. The restaurant is small so reservations are recommended. My only complaint is that it isn't open for lunch also. read more

Alright guys I came here for brunch! And wow!! The place is so much fun!!! The prices are just right as well which always helps!! ;). Now we did do the bottomless drinks for +$32 and the bloody Mary's were great!!! :) but their signature cocktails were excellent!!! I had their Watermelon Mojito! Wow!!! Delicious!!! You can feel the watermelon I wish they had those big ass thick straws so I could eat the fresh fruit with it hahah the other drink that was delicious must have! Is the don't make me blush!!! With tequila yummyyy GET IT!!!! Food everything was so goooood! The fish sandwich was yummy! The caramelized French toast was ridiculous!! Super well made and awesome flavors ! And the Fettuccine WOWWWWW! Creamy!!!! Anyways get anything haha. The staff was super friendly and nice! Explain everything nicely and super fun vibe for a brunch with friends:) so we loved it all vibe check! read more

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Great fresh pasta and super friendly staff. We're new to the area and definitely will be back

I'd rate Belli Osteria four and a half stars. We just stopped in for drinks. The bartender was fantastic! Super friendly and accommodating! He concocted me exactly what I was looking for and allowed us to hang around with rushing us at all. Outstanding service! They had two restrooms which were single occupancy, so anyone could pretty much use either. One was spacious and handicap accessible. read more

Funny to think that I used to live about 4 blocks from this quaint Italian restaurant in the Clinton Hill section of Brooklyn and never went... until years later when I no longer lived in Brooklyn. But I am so glad I finally went. Love the cozy interior (very Brooklyn... IYKYK) and was very impressed with the food. First off, they make a mean White Sangria. So, yeah, grab that sucker and start off your dinner the right way. But let's move on to the dishes that were consumed: Rigatoni Alla Norma with roasted eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella & basil) and Risotto Pollaio (chicken, spinach & mushrooms). Both dishes were way bettet than they had any right to be. The Rigatoni had a nice mix of sweet with a mild -oh so mild- kick to it. The Risotto was perfectly creamy and hearty. Both dishes are recommended but I'm sure that the next time I head over I'll be blown away by any other dishes they have on their menu. Cannot wait to head back. Shoutout to the awesome staff! Super helpful and attentive. read more

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Could not recommend more! Fabulous place for a brunch ~6 people. Bottomless brunch was an incredible deal, would absolutely do again. We came right at opening, but I would get a reservation for next time. A good range of options and everyone enjoyed everything they got. A big thank you to everyone that helped us out, they were amazing! read more

Love Belli! I am always here and finally decided to try out brunch with some friends. We went around 11:30 and were seated pretty immediately for a party of 5. For drinks, I got the bellini and the mimosa, a friend got the bloody mary, and 2 friends got the bottomless offering. I thought the bellini and mimosa were both fine, a little sweet, but cheap for $8 a pop. The bottomless was unlimited mimosas, etc. for 90 mins for $30. Food-wise, we split the french toast for the table, which was a huge hit. It was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The whipped cream, syrup, and berries really brought everything together. I got the organic polenta, which I assume is to be a riff on shrimp and grits. The shrimp were a little chewy, and the polenta was a little stiff, but the seasoning on it was great. Two friends got the fried fish sandwich and loved it. Another friend got the chorizo and roasted peppers frittata and also really enjoyed it. Overall Belli, as usual, was a hit. It will continue to be a local favorite for me. read more

Belli is the neighborhood Italian joint I've been looking for! It's a cozy/comfortable/casual vibe. We had delicious pasta, wine, and appetizers. The prices are great for the area and we really enjoyed the service. Our food and drinks came out quickly and our server was helpful and friendly. Generous portions as well. This will become a staple for sure! read more

I had an outdoor dining dinner at Belli Osteria with friends on a humid summer weekday night. The experience was solid despite the restrictions. Food was the high point as the group shared the (i) fried calamari which was fried to perfection and (ii) buffalo mozzarella with butternut squash which was different (sweet taste) but delicious although the main complaint was it was lacking mozzarella in terms of quantity My main was the pappardelle with short rib ragu - which was a homerun. Sauce was rich but not too rich and one can tell that the pappardelle pasta was fresh and homemade. Portion size was above expectations as well. Service was welcoming but not super attentive. Some COVID precautions taken included having grated cheese in individual plastic containers and paper napkins. One was allowed to use the restroom which was inside the restaurant. Spacing between tables was decent. If you want to goto a local spot for Italian, Belli is a solid choice. read more

Belli Osteria - Some apps: calamari and buffalo mozzarella with butternut squash - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I *heart eyes* Belli Osteria. It's become a go-to for me in Clinton Hill, a cozy spot where it's always easy to make reservations, enjoy tasty & fresh food, and get great service. Right in front of the C stop! I've tried a number of dishes here including their bolognese, fettuccine with cream mushroom sauce, raviolis, blue crab squid ink pasta, and flatbreads but their raviolis always stick out to me the most. Often seasonal, you can find something new stuffed in the delicate pockets of pasta every few months. Last month, I tried my partner's sweet potato ravioli, and it was delicious. The quality of the food is always up to par for a pretty affordable menu (priced $10-$15 for apps and $14-20 for mains) and the servers are always kind and eager to help choose a dish or wine. Come here for a date night, a dinner with a friend, or even to wine & dine yourself for a cozy self-care night. Belli won't disappoint! Tip: during the day, they also host an empanada pop up shop (Masa Empanadas) that are delicious! read more

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Came here for a friend's birthday on Christmas Eve and made a reservation in advance. Such a fabulous experience! The ambience was wonderful, and the waitress even changed the music when I said my friend might not like the classic Christmas that was playing. She asked me what they would prefer and the rest of the night they played my friend's favorite band. Amazing! Besides the killer service by the waiter and the bartender, the food was amazing. I had the sautéed kale and Manchego burger. My friends love the Arancini, calamari, and all the pasta dishes. Everything tasted incredible. The burger was the best burger I've had in a while. I'll be back! read more

The food was kind of bland but the portions are pretty large and reasonably priced. The restaurant had a cute patio and bar. read more

Belli Osteria - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Can't get enough of this place. Their gnocchi dishes are superb, pasta is made in house so you know it's mouthwatering and the bartender is very friendly and makes good conversation. Been here multiple times also they're pizza is killer read more

Yummy food, nice service, warm ambience, a little noisy but still a nice environment. The pasta with mushrooms was very good.

Calamari was very yummy. Pasta awesome!! Oh the spaghetti calabrese, the noodles were cooked perfectly, a little al dente!! And fettuccine with mushroom was good and creamy but not as flavorful as the other pastas. The pappadelle short rib pasta was the best! Customer service-not overly friendly but competent. I would definitely come back again! read more

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Sat outside during a rain storm very relaxing while we ate. Food was kind of bland but it wasn't too bad just needed more flavor. I'll definitely be back to maybe try another food item since the server was so sweet and attentive. read more

Loving this find! IRVIN is the best bartender, server, and just a great person overall. My friend and I had a wonderful Saturday evening here . Girls night He is a true drink wizard.He makes his own syrups from fresh fruit. My friend had one of his handcrafted cocktails the belli martini, I tried some it was very good. I ordered the peach ring and it was alright. We ended up ordering a pitcher of peach sangria, those were refreshing. The atmosphere is dope, nice decor, the staff is friendly. Candle lit vibe. Nice date place they also have outdoor sidewalk seating. The food is good they start you off with bread and red sauce(like a robust tomato sauce)for dipping . We ordered the arancini and calamari for starters We shared a order of the spaghetti al granchio this was the star of the night for me so flavorful and tasty mmm. We ended the night off with the sundae that was a bit underwhelming. Lol Overall I will return great place! read more

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The food is so good and reasonably priced. It's cute and cozy inside. Not hard to get to and low key. The service was also good. Very quick, kind and attentive. read more

Went there last night with friends. The place is nice looking, rustic, casual and friendly. The waiters (or at least our waiter) was super nice and friendly, but frequently MIA. Initially people came around to take our drink orders, app, and dinner orders. But when it came time for coffee, dessert and finally the bill, we were waiting around, trying to find someone to flag down, and it was getting a little annoying. The food was OK, but maybe in a bid to spice up traditional Italian fare in a more trendy neighborhood, many dishes had jalapeño, chili, or other similar ingredients that you'd never find in Italy. I had to carefully navigate my way through the menu as, a dish might sound good, then I'd read the ingredients, and, do I really want spicy cheddar and horseradish in my rice balls? Some do. I don't. Unfortunate because other than that, the texture and flavor of the rice balls were outstanding. I split the black spaghetti with crab meat with a friend and, even though it said Calabrian chili, it wasn't really spicy and it was really good! So overall, I liked the place but not so much to come back as to me, the menu is an unnecessary mine field and TBH, it's a little bit of a trip for me. For others in the area, and who like those kind of ingredient additions, this might just be the perfect place. read more

My partner and I have been coming here for years and love this place! Excellent food and atmosphere, and the service is delightful. Highly recommend. read more

I had a work meeting in the area that ran late and ended up having a really nice meal here. I'm honestly not the biggest fan of italian food but you wont hear any complaints from me. I could easily eat here weekly. I started off with the beef carpaccio. Its carpaccio on the bottom and a kale salad on top. Very tasty. I followed it up with their house cabernet and whatever brand it was, it was delicious. I ordered the salmon for my entree and it was similarly delicious, perfectly cooked, and accompanied with a really nice sauce although I forget the kind. Everyone in my party seemed similarly happy with their meal. read more