Bella Vista Ristorante is a gem nestled along the picturesque waterfront of Niagara Falls, NY. This Italian restaurant boasts a delightful dining experience with stunning river views that guests can't help but rave about. Customers frequently highlight the exceptional service, noting the attentiveness and friendliness of the staff, who create a welcoming atmosphere that enhances the overall meal.
Reviewers like Alisha Lilley appreciate the creative approach to dining, exemplified by a thoughtful gesture of providing a real meal for her grandson, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to family-friendly service. Maurielle C emphasizes the outstanding food quality, particularly the tantalizing bread service, while Audra Wynne celebrates the delicious menu that caters to all tastes. The outdoor seating, perfect for enjoying a meal while soaking in the scenic beauty, further elevates the dining experience.
The ambiance at Bella Vista Ristorante, especially from the patio, lends itself to a relaxing outing, making it an ideal spot for celebrations or a casual meal. Patrons leave not only satisfied with their culinary choices but also with the warmth and joy reflected in the staff's service. With its excellent menu and breathtaking views, Bella Vista Ristorante is undoubtedly a must-visit for anyone in the area.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Has fireplace
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Has live music
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Romantic
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Paid parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For Bella Vista Ristorante
Alisha Lilley
Jun 27,2025
The food was great! Service amazing! They didn’t have kids menus at the time so they gave my 4 yr old grandson a real meal into color on. He played with it for days! Love the atmosphere as well. Sitting on the patio, enjoying dinner, it was just a great ambiance!
Audra Wynne
Apr 28,2025
Happy birthday to Brason, our amazing server! He was very attentive and did a great job! Food was delicious - riverside view was great. All around awesome menu and highly recommend!
Maurielle C
Apr 26,2025
Great food! The staff members were all so friendly, patient, and had good customer service skills. They all wore their masks correctly, which is especially important to me. We had a variety of food, and all of the entrees were delicious! The bread service appetizer was so, so good. Everything about the outdoor seating was nice- from the view to the deck. Eating on the waterfront of Niagara and the rainbow bridge doesn’t get better than this! Eat here for a nice day out!
Amy Destro
Apr 18,2025
This place is beautiful if you are looking for a nice chill atmosphere. Amy was our server at the bar and honestly we want to come back just to see her!! Hoping she's here for our Sunday fundays!!!
Royce Garshak
Apr 13,2025
Best time, staff , food and drinks were all great. Thank you Olivia for making our night fun.
Cynthia Parra
Apr 5,2025
After spending the day at The Falls - this was a Beautiful, relaxing way to finish our outdoor adventure. We had the option of sitting inside (their AC was set very cld) or drying off outside. We sat outside, there were a few little bugs, but what do you expect from the outdoors, by the water!? The staff was welcoming, our waitress was friendly and very attentive. Service was Amazing! Food was Tasty and Fresh!! I ordered the English style Burger, medium rare, had to have it re-fired, it arrived pretty rare. Our order came out in a timely manner, and my burger came back rather quickly. My husband ordered the Pasta Ai Gamberetti, which our waitress recommended. We are so glad she did!! It was Absolutely Delicious!! I always thought pasta needed a heavy sauce, no!! It was light, lemony and delicious!! I'm ordering it next time! This is a place I will proudly and highly recommend and return to. It was a bit pricier than fast food, but well worth it for the service, quality and the view. * Sorry I didn't take any food pictures - we were hungry!
Kaitlyn Greiner
Mar 23,2025
Tanisha was AMAZING!!! She was the only bartender, and waitress! She had ZERO help!! She even bussed the tables on her own. She handled it all with a great attitude and definitely deserves a raise! We had a party of seven, and even though she was the only person and things took a while... she kept a smile on her face!
Alison Gilmer
Mar 20,2025
If I could give 10 stars, I would! This place was absolutely amazing! My husband and I rarely ever get to go out to have a nice dinner together - it’s even more rare when it’s one that’s fancy and requires a nice attire than jeans and a decent top. But, tonight, we decided to treat ourselves as it is Valentine’s Day. We have never once stepped foot in this restaurant until tonight, and I’ll tell you what - we will 100% be back again!! Our waiter Anthony, was such a friendly and professional and adorable human being. So kind and had such an infectious smile and didn’t seem to mind our cringey dad jokes. He was prompt with our service and had no issues answering any of our questions. The food.. THE FOOD!! Absolutely spectacular. Unfortunately, I’m a bit picky when it comes to food. I love my flavors and I’m very keen on things being cooked right. I’ve had quite a few bad experiences which always makes me wary of new places. However, Chef Kevin didn’t disappoint!! Everything was bursting with flavor and melting in our mouths. Not a single complaint! We had the special dinner for Valentine’s Day and we chose the coconut shrimp with mango coulis - honest to god, I could put that coulis on ANYTHING it was that good and the shrimp was perfect! I had the caprese salad and my husband had the ceasar salad, again - perfect. For our entrees, my husband had the surf and turf with purple potatoes and grilled asparagus, and I had the pan seared honey roasted duck breast and a confit leg with a cherry sauce with roasted brussel sprouts and a sweet potato stack and looooorrrddd - we almost licked those plates clean!! Everything was cooked to perfection and had the most amazing flavors. And you can’t forget dessert, The Village Bakeshop coming in with the clutch on super juicy chocolate covered strawberries, and this chocolate covered mousse with a cake-like bottom and a cherry center. Magnificent!! 1000000/10 would recommend and we will DEFINITELY be returning! They need to open up their reservations for next year so I can make mine!!
Reviews For Bella Vista Ristorante