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Airy spot filled with warm woods offers farm-to-table homestyle Mediterranean dishes & patio dining.
Hours
| Tuesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 4–10 PM |
| Sunday | 4–9 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 44 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: (616) 222-4600
Website: http://bistrobellavita.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: bistrobellavita.comresy.comtripleseat.com
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Reviews
Chris Hoekstra
The atmosphere here is very welcoming. It’s hard to place a finger on the exact style, but it’s upscale and well lit. It felt a little retro upscale too.
I ordered the Spicy Pork Meatballs ($16) as an appetizer. They were excellent. Not mind blowing unique, but done to a high standard. I came for the Beef Brisket Bourguignon ($36). I had heard they had a real good pot roast. Well it wasn’t just really good. It was spectacular! Probably the best I’ve had. So tender and flavorful. The sauce with it is excellent and perfectly emphasizes the beef. The potatoes and veggies with it are all perfectly cooked also. I finished with their Chocolate Tart ($13). It was fantastic! It is chocolate to the nines. However it doesn’t cross the line of being too much. The chocolate is extremely high quality and super tasty.
The service was fantastic. It was super friendly and knowledgeable. Attentive without being too much. Shout out to Harrison, he was awesome.
Overall one of the easiest 5 star reviews I’ve ever done. They are now in my top 5 places in Grand Rapids. Would I return? Lol, duh!
… moreI ordered the Spicy Pork Meatballs ($16) as an appetizer. They were excellent. Not mind blowing unique, but done to a high standard. I came for the Beef Brisket Bourguignon ($36). I had heard they had a real good pot roast. Well it wasn’t just really good. It was spectacular! Probably the best I’ve had. So tender and flavorful. The sauce with it is excellent and perfectly emphasizes the beef. The potatoes and veggies with it are all perfectly cooked also. I finished with their Chocolate Tart ($13). It was fantastic! It is chocolate to the nines. However it doesn’t cross the line of being too much. The chocolate is extremely high quality and super tasty.
The service was fantastic. It was super friendly and knowledgeable. Attentive without being too much. Shout out to Harrison, he was awesome.
Overall one of the easiest 5 star reviews I’ve ever done. They are now in my top 5 places in Grand Rapids. Would I return? Lol, duh!
Erika Cook
Stop what you’re doing and GO HERE! The Moules on the appetizer menu is out of this world (and I’m not a huge mussel person), and the black spaghetti is life changing. My husband got the risotto which was also delicious! It was popping on a Tuesday night, but there was no wait or reservation. I would get a reservation for the weekend though! 11/10 recommend, ask for Matt 🙂
… moreThe Sassy Stewardess
Wow! We had an overnight in Grand Rapids and found this restaurant while walking around downtown. The atmosphere is fun and upbeat without feeling “stuffy”. We chose to sit outside for our dinner, and the patio seating was perfect for the amazing weather that early evening. Our server was friendly and offered suggestions and made us feel welcomed. We ordered the bruschetta to split and it was delicious! I opted for a simple meal for dinner and the Margherita pizza did not disappoint! It reminded me of the pizza I had while in Naples, Italy. The dough was light and flavorful with just the right amount of sauce and cooked perfectly. My friend ordered the Rigatoni Bolognese (forgot to snap a pic!) and she loved it! I tried a bite and the sauce was amazing with a hint of spice. Price is on point for the quality and amount of food you receive. Highly recommend!
… moreBrent Kilmer
We were greeted warmly at the door and shown right to our table. Our waitress was super friendly and attentive and recommended a pasta dish I inquired about. Overall a good experience and will come back again.
… moreDante
Excellent service, Gr8 food.
My first time here.
I never had a brick oven wood fire pizza before and it’s the reason I came.
The bartender recommended the prosciutto pear pizza…I was not disappointed.
The CEO Stout just happened to pair(pardon the pun) well with the pizza…like they were meant for each other.
The next time I come, I’ll be sure to bring a date. Everything worked well together. The restrooms were immaculate
I’d definitely recommend.
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Thank you Bella Vita for giving me this Gr8 experience – Till next time
… moreMy first time here.
I never had a brick oven wood fire pizza before and it’s the reason I came.
The bartender recommended the prosciutto pear pizza…I was not disappointed.
The CEO Stout just happened to pair(pardon the pun) well with the pizza…like they were meant for each other.
The next time I come, I’ll be sure to bring a date. Everything worked well together. The restrooms were immaculate
I’d definitely recommend.
I added a few photos.
Thank you Bella Vita for giving me this Gr8 experience – Till next time
Karen Tracey
We hosted our team holiday party at Bistro Bella Vita and it was nothing short of exceptional. The food: incredible. The service: impeccable. The atmosphere: festive and energetic. The entire Bistro team took such great care of us from booking through leaving. I highly recommend Bistro for a company party of any size. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy a wonderful meal and entertaining your team. Thank you Bistro Bella Vita!
… moreNina Cash
We stopped here to grab a cocktail and sit outside since it was so nice out. We were greeted quickly and our server with the beautiful curly hair was really friendly. She helped my sister pick out a cocktail based on her preferences and gave us some recommendations. We didn’t eat any food because we just had lunch but I’ve heard their martinis were good so we wanted to come check it out. Both our drinks were delicious! I’m a sucker for a drink with a house made shrub! We gotta come back next time to try their food!
… moreErin Hardwick
One of the best restaurants I have been to in some time. The food was fresh and came out hot. The Waldorf salad was one of my top 10 things I have ever eaten. Perfect flavor and crunch with a bit of smokiness.
The Burrata app was a perfect starter, the crostini was light with just the right amount of crunch.
I had the Plum Crazy to drink and it was too easy to drink it was so delicious.
I enjoyed my Pear and Prosciutto pizza, the crust was crispy and flavorful.
Thank you to the server who brought me my second drink and heard how much I loved the cherry served in my Plum Crazy and then brought me out a few more, much appreciated!
Overall service was great!
… moreThe Burrata app was a perfect starter, the crostini was light with just the right amount of crunch.
I had the Plum Crazy to drink and it was too easy to drink it was so delicious.
I enjoyed my Pear and Prosciutto pizza, the crust was crispy and flavorful.
Thank you to the server who brought me my second drink and heard how much I loved the cherry served in my Plum Crazy and then brought me out a few more, much appreciated!
Overall service was great!
Randy P
Of course! Here’s a casual four-star review you can use for Bistro Bella Vita in Grand Rapids:
Five Stars – Great Food, Great People, and Allergy-Friendly Too
Really solid spot in downtown Grand Rapids. Bistro Bella Vita has some amazing food—especially their pastas and pizzas, which are definitely worth the trip alone. The pasta is always cooked just right, and the flavors are on point. I also highly recommend checking out their weekly specials. I’ve tried things there I normally wouldn’t order, and I’ve never been disappointed.
One thing I really appreciated is how well they handled food allergies. The staff was super accommodating and made us feel totally at ease, which isn’t always the case at restaurants.
The atmosphere is really nice—comfortable but still has that “special night out” feel. And the servers are excellent: friendly, knowledgeable, and just genuinely nice people.
All around a great place to grab dinner. Will definitely be back!
… moreFive Stars – Great Food, Great People, and Allergy-Friendly Too
Really solid spot in downtown Grand Rapids. Bistro Bella Vita has some amazing food—especially their pastas and pizzas, which are definitely worth the trip alone. The pasta is always cooked just right, and the flavors are on point. I also highly recommend checking out their weekly specials. I’ve tried things there I normally wouldn’t order, and I’ve never been disappointed.
One thing I really appreciated is how well they handled food allergies. The staff was super accommodating and made us feel totally at ease, which isn’t always the case at restaurants.
The atmosphere is really nice—comfortable but still has that “special night out” feel. And the servers are excellent: friendly, knowledgeable, and just genuinely nice people.
All around a great place to grab dinner. Will definitely be back!
Jay Finesilver
Good but not great meal. Top service. A busy local place, busy on a cold Thursday evening. Mostly locals. My roasted chicken was great but not hot or very warm. My Caesar was good but not quite cold enough. Service quite good and efficient. I was in town for one night and wanted a local place. Tiaramisu was great.
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