Inspired by Benicia’s Tannery building and the remarkable brick walls, the owners pay tribute to the beautiful brick city of Siena, Italy. Enjoy panoramic views of the Carquinez Strait while at the bar/lounge, dining room or from the charming courtyard patio complete with fire pit seating. We welcome you to join us at Bella Siena for upscale food, warm ambiance and world class service.
Lane Appleby
The Lavender and Orange Crème Brûlée at Bella Siena is a standout dessert that feels both indulgent and thoughtfully composed. The custard is luxuriously smooth, with a delicate floral note from the lavender that never overwhelms, beautifully balanced by the bright, citrusy warmth of orange. The brûléed sugar top cracks perfectly, adding just the right amount of texture and caramelized depth.
Served alongside crisp Italian cigarette cookies, the dessert gains a lovely contrast—light, buttery crunch against the silky crème. Enjoyed at Bella Siena’s waterfront setting in Benicia, whether indoors or on the outdoor patio overlooking the Carquinez Strait, it feels especially meaningful. This is proudly one of my hometowns—the place where I went to middle school and high school—and experiencing such a refined, memorable dessert here adds an extra layer of nostalgia and pride. It’s a beautiful finish to a meal and a reminder of how special this town truly is.
… moreAutumn Cao
I had a great time at Bella Siena for my birthday dinner! Made a reservation 30 minutes in advance. Had to wait a bit for a seat in the main room but it’s understandable since it was a Friday evening. The food was pretty good, filet mignon a bit chewy/overcooked to my liking. The saffron pasta was amazing. They also threw in a free dessert. Lovely location right on the waterfront too. Street parking was easy to find and free.
… moreMichelle Tan
Bella Siena was absolutely delightful! The ambiance is charming—right on the water, making it a perfect setting for a relaxing evening. My boyfriend and I sat outside on the patio and had a great time soaking in the views. The wait staff was super friendly and attentive. We enjoyed some tasty drinks, and the pasta? Absolutely scrumptious! Can’t wait to come back.
… moreElizabeth Terry
First off make sure you have a reservation, it took just a couple of minutes to be seated. Ask for CoCo she is the best server, if you’re looking for a cocktail recommendation ask for her margarita on her secret menu (but you better be kind she was an instant fave for us)! My husband and I celebrated our 31st Anniversary here last Saturday and it was such a great choice! The ambiance was amazing, the food was delicious, the service was phenomenal it was super busy but Coco did not miss a beat. She recommended the bread pudding for desert and it was amazing! The night was perfect and we can’t wait to get back there again! Thank you Coco for making our 31st anniversary so special.
… moreNatalia Arditi
We stayed at the marina for a weekend. We had dinner and lunch at this place. The food was great, mouthwatering flavor, cooked right. We ordered appetizers and I took a picture of that, when the main course arrived I was so unfocused that forgot to take pictures. Both times!!!! They have outdoor patio, well shaded and protected from wind. We came with two big dogs and there was no problem having them. Highly recommended place, make sure to make reservations!
… moreBelinda Perales
Food was excellent. Ambiance was beautiful. Definitely going back. We had the sea-bass and tried the gnocchi pesto added protein with chicken. Drink was the mango honey cosmo-Delicious!
… moreCourtney C
Everything we ate was delicious. Can’t wait to go back and try some other menu items that caught our eyes. Staff were very friendly. Beautiful water views. Highly recommend.
… moreRhonda Rambo
My best friend and I went there for lunch to celebrate our birthdays. I ended up sending my lamb chops back twice before choosing a different main course. I asked for medium rare on the lamb and it was overcooked both times. My BFF’s main dish of pasta and sausage was too spicy which should have been mentioned on the menu. We asked to speak to manager. We told him about our issues with the food. The only thing he did was apologize and state that they always do their best to please. He didn’t seem to care about how we felt about our food. The experience was a great disappointment because the restaurant was highly recommended to us by several friends. However, our waiter was very attentive and helpful. He was hoping that the manager would compensate us in some fashion. But he didn’t. I recommend that people don’t go there for lunch. It’s a big disappointment.
… moreSumeet K. Singh
Bella Sienna Beencia never disappoints. We come here to celebrate all of our birthdays, and every single time we are treated with nothing but respect, kindness, love, and genuine care. This visit was for my sister’s birthday, and our server Yousef truly went above and beyond to make it special. From his warm energy to his attentiveness and thoughtfulness, he made the night feel like a true celebration rather than just a dinner. Experiences like this are why we keep coming back year after year. Thank you, Yousef, and thank you Bella Sienna Beencia for always making our milestones feel unforgettable. Thank you!
… morePatrick Cooper
Went Feb 15 and they still had the V-Day specials going. I got the ribeye, which was thin cut (waiter didn’t mention this) and 30-40% fat/gristle. $64 for that was a waste of money. My date got the lobster ravioli and it’s obvious why it’s a favorite. The crab cake appetizer was bland, the bed of veggies under it was much better. It was our first time here and we loved the ambience, but disappointed in half the food we ordered.
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