We went to Ciao Bella for dinner and we had an amazing experience. We came into the restroom which had a great atmosphere and ambiance. It was all decorated up for Easter Sunday which is tomorrow. The serves was great, we were greeted right away and sat right away. They filled our waters and brought us the bread to start and gave us time to look at the menu. We started with fried ravioli, pear and Gorgonzola salad, and the the glazed Brussels sprouts. The salad was a little small for the price but the taste was great! The Brussel sprouts were delicious and well glazed. Then the fried ravioli were really good filled with a mix of cheese that was delicious and a side of marinara. They were all great and were great to share! Then for the mains we ordered the Gnocchi, gnocchi with Alfredo sauce and were cooked perfectly! Both sauces were delicious and tasted like they were made in house. I ordered the pasta allá puttanesca and it was great. The spaghetti was cooked perfectly and it had two types of olives and crushed tomatoes and was perfect. Then other people ordered a BBQ chicken pizza and the capricciosa pizza which were both great. We tried the tiramisu to finish off the dinner and it was some great desert. It was definitely made in house and was delicious. The service was great as it was very busy and the staff handled all of our needs and flipped tables very quickly around us. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants a great Italian meal. read more

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10/10! Amazing food. Loved everything we ate and would highly recommend. Will be coming back again! read more

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My husband and I come here all the time, love the bartenders and staff, they are super friendly and really set the feel and vibe of the place. Not to mention the food and drinks are to die for. Would 100% recommend trying it out, but be warned you WILL fall in love. read more

Love Gary and the staff here. Food and drinks are wonderful. And the entertainment is great!

Embarassed my girlfriend and I in front of the whole restaurant. Refused to serve us and called our ID's fake even though I am legitimately 22 and she is 21. We even showed them military IDs and claimed "we see these all the time it def could be fake" ... yea right. they didn't have a scanner and claimed they didn't feel comfortable even tho we are of age. When they gave us our ids back they threw them on the ground outside. The bartender kept bending my ID till it almost broke and the whole staff was incredibly disrespectful to us. The food was also disgusting and overcooked. I wouldn't serve it to a dog. read more

Nobody better than Cassandra!!! She's awesome and thorough. She needs a raise big time. Always on the grind as we've had her many times.

Ordered food through Grubhub waited over an hour for it to not be delivered not Called up to the restaurant they confirmed it was sitting there for over an hour offered to personally deliver the food and REMAKE the whole order after grub hub failed to deliver. The owner/ staff was super friendly and nice to resolve the issue and make sure the food was perfect. Will definitely be ordering again. Thank you for the great service read more

What an awesome find in New Smyrna!!! We were visiting family for Spring Break and made a day trip to New Smyrna when we saw Ciao Bella. It looked adorable from the outside and it was even cuter inside! There are plenty of seating options both inside and outside, so we opted for inside as a storm was coming. We had an excellent server named Astoria. She was so thoughtful and attentive and made great menu suggestions. We ordered spaghetti with Marina and a cheese pizza for our kids, and my husband ordered the chicken pesto panini and I ordered the pear Gorgonzola salad. Astoria brought out the most delicious, warm and toasty ciabatta bread to start with a delectable garlic oil. I'm so glad I tried it because I usually ask for balsamic to add to the oil, but this garlic oil was perfect with the bread on its own!! Don't miss this if they ask if you want bread! The food arrived quickly and was all super hot and freshly made. The pizza was like true New York thin crust pizza. Seriously soooo good and cheesy and steaming hot! We took leftovers to family l and they even said it was the best pizza they've ever had in Florida. The spaghetti had just the right amount of marina sauce and our daughter ate it for lunch and then had her leftovers for dinner. My salad was perfectly dressed with just the right amount of pears and Gorgonzola, and my husband ate his entire sandwich and loved it. It was on the same bread as the appetizer bread. I'm sure this place gets slammed at night because it was so delicious, the ambiance is lovely, and it's in such a great location. We would definitely plan on coming back the next time we're in town. read more

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Nasty bartender, who cared more about the stools then the only 2 customers in the place on a Saturday afternoon ,rude and never greeted , head up her a**,then walked in the back! Get new bartenders! You list the best ones read more

Great food great service great, martini, great coconut shrimp great service I would recommend anybody to come here read more

Ciao Bella - Great, coconut, shrimp, and martini great bartender - Italian Near Me - New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Food is great service is horrible and leaves much to be desired. This is based on multiple visits to this place. I would love to like this place but their attitudes and lack of customer service are unbearable. 10/10 would not recommend spend your time and money some place that values your patronage and support of their business. Would give zero stars if possible. read more

This might be our favorite place in NSB! Food is absolutely delicious. I got the short rib ravioli special with tender pieces of beef on top and inside the ravioli. All of the past sauces are light yet flavorful, the perfect compliment to each dish. Our server Stanis was incredible, super personable and very attentive. Had great recommendations and kept our waters topped up. Casual, local vibe perfect for a night out with a group or a nice date. If you're in NSB, you have to try this place out! read more

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Came in for a drink with my boyfriend and was wrongly accused of trying to pass a fake ID. I even showed TWO forms of ID and still was looked at and talked to like i'm an idiot. bartender almost broke the id in half while giving me a nasty look. they even had a man across the bar jump in and yell at us. the "manager" leaned up on the bar to be in my face and berate me. instead of politely refusing service the staff chose to make an example of us by harassing, embarrassing, and humiliating us. Called later to clear the air but staff was argumentative, basically called me a liar, and cared more about being right then taking responsibility for their actions. i was also accused of writing a fake review and asked to take it down. if you don't want a bad review, than don't treat me like that! i just wanted to share my experience to warn others of the unprofessional behavior occurring. whole experience was extremely bizarre and uncomfortable and i have never been treated so poorly in my life. i will NEVER be back, nor will any of my family and friends give this establishment any business. i have worked in the food/service industry and have even myself dealt with fake ids and i would NEVER treat a guest the way i was treated, even if they were using fake ids. but before i would dream of accusing anyone of the sort, i would make sure i knew EXACTLY what i was talking about. they thought they were so smart, cool and funny the way they spoke to us. i hope for the sake of the business they will do better in the future and choose to treat paying customers with respect and kindness! maybe even consider investing in scanners!! they even have an app for that btw! read more

Jayde and Jada took great care of us and the as usual the food was great! We've never had a bad meal

Super expensive drinks. $7 at every other bar in town. Nearly $20 a drink here. Did not try the food was just walking by.

Ciao Bella is the kind of spot that makes you slow down and enjoy every part of the experience. The ambiance is warm and glowy -- great lighting, great energy, and a layout that feels intentional without trying too hard. We started with the bruschetta, which was simple but really fresh. The tomatoes were bright, the bread had that perfect crunch, and it all felt well-balanced. The cocktails were also a win -- mine came garnished with hibiscus, which added this unexpected floral note that made the whole thing feel extra special. Service was solid -- friendly, attentive, and relaxed. Nothing felt rushed or overly formal, just genuinely good hospitality. It's one of those places that feels equally right for a casual weeknight dinner or a celebratory evening. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu -- and probably grab that cocktail again. read more

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Fantastic service and food!! We had a party of 14 on a busy Saturday night. Everyone was raving about how much they loved this restaurant. Impressive. read more

Ciao Bella - Italian Near Me - New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Had such an amazing experience at Cia Bella! The place itself is beautiful, the food is absolutely delicious, and the drinks are just as incredible. Everything was full of flavor and clearly made with care. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to again and again read more

Ciao Bella - Delicious calamari cook to perfection!! - Italian Near Me - New Smyrna Beach, Florida

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Jayde our server was amazing! Brussels and truffle fries 10/10. Our fall martini flight was outstanding. The ambiance and live music was the cherry on top! Perfect beginning to our weekend. Will definitely be back! read more

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Food was good service slow and inattentive. All the unexplained up charges ridiculous.

We had dinner at Ciao Bella and had a fantastic experience from start to finish. We started at the bar with a couple of drinks, and they were made to absolute perfection. The fresh ingredients made it feel like we were at a true mixology bar. For dinner, we shared a pizza as an appetizer--wow! It was incredibly delicious, clearly made with high-quality ingredients. Then we tried the house special, baked ziti with what I believe was some deli meat mixed in--oh my goodness, it was mouthwatering! Every bite was rich and flavorful. The service was excellent, too. Friendly, attentive, and welcoming. I highly recommend this place and can't wait to go back! read more

The evening was off to a rough start. We made reservations, table for 4 at 7:30. Upon arrival we were seated next to the restrooms while the place was less than half full. When the waitress arrived she said her name was Cassandra, left menus, and said she would be back to take our drink order. At least 20 minutes passed, and she didn't even look in our direction, but spent her time laughing and chatting with people she knew. We debated leaving to go to another restaurant, but asked the hostess to move us to a different table with another server. She took our drink and food order right away and a short time later our carpaccio and order of calamari arrived. Both were delicious. Shortly after our main dishes arrived. Chicken Marsala, Salmon Picatta and Shrimp Scampi. Portions were huge and very good. Our second server, Jade, (great!) saved the night. read more

What a great vibe for dinner! They are masters of martinis and if you are looking for creative cocktails and yummy martinis this is your place! With outdoor and indoor bar seating it's a great place to grab a drink before dinner or just for fun with friends. There was also live music on the outdoor patio which made the outdoor patio so great! The menu is classic Italian food and the highlight for me was the sauce of the chicken piccata. It was lemony and delicious I wanted it mixed in with my clam sauce pasta! read more

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The food is spectacular. Lovely atmosphere. The meatball appetizer is spectacular and I don't like meatballs LOL. It feels very warm and inviting not stuffy at all. The service is spectacular. The bread service is the best ever had. Can't seem to not go back every time we are there. read more

All staff is so friendly and inviting. Food and drinks are delicious! Love the extra flare on the speciality drinks. Service is always on point. read more

We were in town to visit some friends who live here. Our table for lunch at another nearby restauarant was about a 30 minute wait so we decided to have a drink at this place. It was a great choice. Two members of our party had espresso Martinis and I had a tropical mojito. Both drinks tasted great. Service was also quick and professional. The ambiance is nice. read more

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We have been to ciao Bella before for drinks and the drinks are where they shine. We had dinner as well on the 2nd occasion. While the food was good it did not meet the quality that the price would demand. The cheese on the veal parm was melted but not browned at all so it does not appear very appealing. The appetizers have 2 small pieces each at $15 a plate. The marinara sauce is very very good. But we just found the prices were more than it was worth when we can go to higher end restaurants for similar or less cost and have a better meal. The food was good and enjoyable but it would have been better or priced a little better for what it is. They do have a pretty ambiance and it is a great place for drinks. read more

Had a wonderful dinner and our server Alex was fantastic! Lasagna was outstanding and the music made for a wonderful evening. We will definitely be back. read more

Ciao Bella is a great Italian restaurant in NSB. We came during Valentines Day, and the ambiance outside was beautiful and very charming. I got a margarita pizza, and it was delicious! Our server, Cassandra, was very kind and provided great recommendations. I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

I went out because I had been watching them over Facebook and looking at their pasta flights and their drink flights and such I got there they weren't busy at all. I was about 5:30 PM. Ordered a drink and an appetizer. I told her I wasn't in a hurry at that point things got crazy and I was OK with all that and I was I was sitting there came out with food and they said it was chicken Parmesan and I ordered veal Parmesan so I didn't answer That was quite some time waiting for even any of the one of four people that were at the bar to ask me if I wanted anything if I wanted to go box or anything I had my appetizer backed up. It was crazy. These girls were not organized in any way shape or form. The food was fair. I'll go back another time and try it maybe not on a weekend when they're not busy, maybe when they're like totally dead I don't know. I was not impressed. read more

We had a reservation for 7pm and we waited until 7:45 and were told hey it's Christmas and we are overrun, kitchen is backed up and we can't say when you'll be seated. Then do not take reservations. The gentleman was rude to us and we left. Would not go back! read more

I apologize for almost posting a month later. It's been busy for me the last couple weeks getting back from my trip to NSB, now I have time to sit and leave my review. Me and a friend was visiting a friend down in New Smyrna and part of my trip I was looking forward to is not being here in cold a** Wisconsin. Before our trip, my friend that traveled with me was informed by her friend about The Garlic. I said why not, let's give it a shot for dinner on Saturday. Our friend took us a round town about 6:30 when we decided to go to The Garlic and was informed that there was a 2 HOUR wait and that they didn't take reservations. Luckily, my friend thought of another back up plan for us. She brought us here to Ciao Bella and was relieved, however when we arrived that they were only taking reservations to which I was like. "Well girls, I guess it won't ne a chicken parm night for my birthday." As we were about to leave, we were told that they may have room for the 3 of us and I was super happy! We received menus and one of my friends ordered meatballs in fire for the table and when they took down our drink order the red blend wine was not in stock that I was interested in. Not a biggie, I decided to go with a Merlo and to my surprise they sent one of their employees to another restaurant that was owned by the same owner and was beyond happy and gitty :). The meatballs, oh my word! The gorgonzola sauce was not overpowering, the meatballs were tender and just tasty. I placed my order of chicken parm that I've been looking forward to all day. I apologize about the pics due to the lightening, but the meal met my expectations. Chicken was juicy and nice flavored breading. To end the evening on a really special note, they brought a birthday balloon to our the table, a cannoli followed by a song from the employees. Ciao Bella really showed out that night and I was blessed to share this wonderful experience with two of my good friends. There is no doubt in my mind I will be back next time NSB. Thank you again Ciao Bella for a fabulous time! read more

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Love their martinis! This is the Expresso tini with chocolate drizzle. Pizzas are amazing too! Mushroom Truffle is our favorite! read more

Ciao Bella - Expresso martini - Italian Near Me - New Smyrna Beach, Florida

This place is amazing! Delicious food, amazing martini flights, and the atmosphere is fun! One of our favorites! Skylee makes the most decadent martinis and we love seeing her! read more

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My husband's coworker told us the food at Ciao Bella offered better Italian food than other local options. It was a game time decision to go and I am glad we did. We just happened to be there during a wine walk. Loved the singer outside and loved to see the staff dancing and having fun. Our server was Heath and he was so helpful! He directed us to the meatballs in fire for an appetizer. LOVED. Would highly recommend hanging on to the cream sauce to dip your bread in. I also wouldn't mind that sauce on pastas either! Super good. I tried the lasagna bolognese and my husband had the veal parm. You can't go wrong with a classic bolognese! Heath did tell us the gnocchi is homemade. Normally, that's my go to but I was craving a pasta! I did see it at another table and it did look good. Lobster ravioli is also a crowd favorite, I'm told. Great place to grab a bite with an electric atmosphere. Martinis look good! read more

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My husband and found Ciao Bella by accident driving toward the beach! What an incredible place! They played great music, Fred Astaire and had a outside Martini bar area that is an eye catcher! We got drinks and deserts, had a delicious limoncello cake that was perfectly paired with a limoncello shot that we poured over the cake! The key lime pie cocktail was the perfect mix of sweet and creamy decadence! Our waiter was very attentive and helped with recommendations, we will try dinner next time we are there!! read more

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Excellent martinis, highly recommend the espresso martini (5 stars) and the pear martini was really good too. Skylee is a fantastic bartender! Exceptional food. Definitely a 5 star plus experience. read more

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We went there for the first time and absolutely loved it. Great food great service great atmosphere great value.

One my favorite places in NSB. Great drinks and delicious food. The pizza is incredible.

Jada was the best bartender, server , etc. have been to so many places in this area and never had such good service and great conversations. She is the best in the area.. plus she is also very pleasant when the other staff was not. Would only go back to see her. read more