Bella Italia Ristorante

Absolutely fantastic.

Great, attentive service from start to finish.

Really good selection of gluten free options all set out on a specific gluten free menu.

Staff had a good understanding of my daughter’s needs (celiac) and nothing was too much trouble at all.

The food was exceptional.

The restaurant is away from the main tourist area and the repetitive chain restaurants and excellent value.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

We (2 with celiac) had the calzone and the cheese breadsticks…both were delicious and no reactions. Our non-celiac family really enjoyed their dishes as well!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The best gluten free food in central Florida. Love the calazones and pizza.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Finally a restaurant with a comprehensive gluten-free menu. Excellent food but far fewer dairy-free options.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Wonderful fresh hot gf chicken parm and pasta with a great sauce. All gluten free! Even the delicious bread sticks..

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Service was wonderful. The extensive gf menu was amazing ! I had the Alfredo fettuccine and it was amazing ! Will definitely be back.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

First found this place in May 2023 and shared my love everywhere but here and I should have done better because you all NEED to come try these calzones! I live in Jax and travel often. I have yet to find another gf calzone anywhere in the Southeast so far except this restaurant. They have an extensive gf menu that I haven't tried anything else from because I'm basically obsessed with the calzone. I don't like ricotta cheese so they always make it without for me. My gluten earing hubby also grabs a gf one when here and after 4 visits I've never been disappointed.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Love the food here. So many GF options including Pasta, Pizza, Appetizers, and even Desserts!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

The food was great but the pain from pasta was unfortunately not worth it for me. Next time I will go with the reviews and try the calzone!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

FABULOUS! Get the gf bread sticks! The bread sticks almost taste like fried cheese! Gf calzone was good and the gf chicken picatta was great! 11/10

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Wonderful GF food. I got a gf calzone with gf breadsticks. It was all delicious!

ASK FOR THE GLUTEN FREE CALZONE!!!!!! you have to try their gluten-free calzone!!!! As someone with celiac disease, I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was! Even if you don't have any gluten restrictions, I highly recommend going for the gluten-free option. It tastes almost as if the crust is made with cheese. Oh, and don't forget to try their breadsticks too – they're absolutely amazing!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Completely dedicated gluten-free kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Our server was knowledgeable about allergies. They have GF breadsticks and plenty of options on the menu. Food was great!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

My daughter and I both have celiac and ordered two different dishes. Fettuccine carbonara and chicken florentine. Both were delicious, as were the gf breadsticks and gf chocolate mousse cake. My husband and other daughter ordered from the non-gf menu and loved their food as well. We found a new vacation favorite!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Had a wonderful dinner here. The waitress was amazing and listened to all of my concerns we had the gf cheesesticks, Eggplant Rollatini and the gf chocolate mouse cake for dessert. Everything was delicious and didn't get sick.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

We had gluten free calamari, bread sticks (the texture was like tapioca cheese bread), fettuccine Alfredo, cranberry salad, creme brulee and chocolate mousse cake. Everything was absolutely delicious and the best part is there were no negative effects!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

On their website, they specify that there is a risk of cross contamination, so keep that in mind my celiac friends/others who can't have cross contamination. Otherwise, the gluten free food is incredible. And you get great portions as well.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dinner
• Good for lunch
• Good for soy-free
• Good vegetarian options

Very very very good with celiac disease and gluten sensitivity! They gave GF breadsticks, GF calzone, and incredible pasta dishes. I recommend the fettuccine Alfredo and the pasta with bolognese (I love the bolognese sauce!) This is definitely my go to Italian place🤩🤩

Is ALL the food in this establishment gluten-free?

— Yes, the establishment is dedicated gluten-free

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great Italian place!! They have GF breadsticks, and calzone. Also, there bolognese sauce is amazing.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Pretty robust gluten free menu - gluten free calzones! Staff seemed knowledgeable and careful.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Portable tester showed heavy gluten in food after asking all the questions and being reassured it’s processed separately & safely. Upon talking to the manager, she took interest in Nima and informed that she buys from a supplier that prepares GF meals ahead and was shocked at the information. She said she was going to buy a Nima tester and use it to make sure to accommodate the celiac community. For this reason alone I will be back to try this place again. For right now, I would not recommend it to a celiac

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much/None

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

There is a gf menu with a lot of options! I do feel that the staff here care about gluten free and the taste is excellent: however they have now twice served my gf calzone on a wooden dish (which gluten can’t be washed out of). They replace it when asked but ask in advance if you are ordering a pizza of any kind and hopefully they will learn to switch for good!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Safe for celiacs

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Excellent food, service, separate GF menu, and lots of GF options. Definitely recommend.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Absolutely fantastic and celiac safe!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The GF menu has many options. The staff is Celiac knowledgable and will ask whether it's an allergy, intolerance or Celiac. They even brought the gf items out on a separate tray. The gf breadsticks are good. Calzone is awesome. There's so many great options. It's a regular gf dining choice for us now.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for keto
• Good for lunch
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

Absolutely excellent with an expansive gluten free menu, friendly knowledgeable staff, Celiac safe kitchen environment and a Gluten FREE CALZONE delicious

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for takeout
• Good with other allergies
• Offers outdoor seating

We gladly drive well out of our way to eat here! Delicious Fettuccine Alfredo and breadsticks!!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Other Characteristics

• Good for takeout
• Offers outdoor seating

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

I have a severe allergy so I never eat out and am leery of restaurants that are” GF” . Excellent excellent food! Had Alfredo with chicken and the breadsticks and it was the best pasta I’ve ever had. Waitress was very informed and concerned and even made me fill out a form listing my allergies to keep on file for when I come again. Prices are excellent and I can’t wait to go again!

Update: Eat here every few months and never gotten sick or had any trouble. Came for my birthday, on his own the waiter surprised me with a GF Creme Brûlée (no charge!) and it was absolutely delicious and it will definitely be apart of my orders from now on. Can’t recommend Bella enough.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

This is a hidden gem! If you are staying in Orlando near Disney and have celiac or gluten free needs this place is great! There’s separate dedicated prep and cook spaces. We got gluten free breadsticks, gluten free pizza, and gluten free ala Romana chicken, and there were 4 different gluten free pasta options. There’s a dedicated gluten free menu which is huge! The service was great! It wasn’t very expensive. The food came quickly. Beautiful indoor and outdoor atmosphere. Great if your traveling with a group that does want to eat at a “gluten free/celiac only.” My husband who doesn’t want or need gluten free had shrimp fradiablo and added calamari. There’s a super target five minutes away so we were able to grab some needed items for hotel and get back in a timely fashion. Very satisfied!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious food, nice ambiance, courteous but slow service. There was an extensive gluten free menu with appetizers, plentiful entrees, and desserts. We needed to ask for special preparation of the calzone so it wouldn’t have contact with the same surface as the pizzas, but they were able to accommodate. We had the breadsticks, lamb chops, a gf calzone!!!, and chocolate cake. The chops came with a little allergy flag. The cake was still frozen so if you order it do it before the finish of your meal. We’ll be back for sure!

This place is amazing! They have a separate GF menu and take allergies pretty seriously there. Hands down the best GF Italian I’ve ever had. My personal favorites are the fettuccini Alfredo and the gluten free breadsticks.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

If I could give this place 1000 stars I would. I had the best dining experience here than I've had since getting my diagnosis 5.5 years ago. Huge gluten free menu, very knowledgeable and careful staff, delicious food from appetizer through dessert. My food even came out with an allergy stick in it. Servers go above and beyond. I highly recommend this place 100% ps gluten free calzones 😭😭

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Delicious GF options and the staff were great.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We go here at least 1x per week and never have an issue

Celiac friendly?

Yes

What a wonderful place for GF options! Multiple pasta and pizza choices, amazing little breadsticks. They brought over an allergen form so the chef would know all my sensitivities. INCREDIBLE. Cant wait to come back. So delicious.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gluten free menu including delicious pastas, breadsticks and dessert! I loved it and will definitely go back! Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great knowledge of gluten free needs. I can’t wait to go back.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Three types of GF pasta, dough for calzones and pizza, GF dessert, GF breadsticks, reasonable prices, all sauces (except one) are GF. Staff knew what they were talking about when asked; it's not often that I find someone who just casually mentions celiac in conversation without me mentioning it first...

Great options available and all very tasty

Wide range of gluten free items including pizza, pasta, salad, calzones and soups. Knowledgable staff and friendly. Excellent prices and large portions. Flavorful gluten free menu.

Celiac friendly?

Yes