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Bella Saratoga, Saratoga, CA

Bella Saratoga

4.7
4.7
2161 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
23:00
Booked 10 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
We are open for patio dining or pick up! You can order and pay through our website for pick up, or get delivery through DOORDASH, GRUBHUB and UBER EATS! Thank You for your support! Bella Saratoga! About our Restaurant. A romantic Victorian house with intimate indoor and outdoor dining in the heart of Saratoga Village. We feature bountiful portions of award winning pastas, the freshest fish, filet mignon, thin crust pizzas, and homemade deserts with fine wines and cocktails. Stop by for Lunch or weekend Brunch on the way to the Santa Cruz mountains or for dinner before the shows at Villa Montalvo, the Mountain Winery, or the Flint Center. Saratoga, the center of arts and culture, is conveniently located off Highway 85.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Californian, Organic
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (408) 741-5115
  • Website
    http://www.bellasaratoga.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer catering services and customized menus based on your specific needs. Please call us to discuss.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome private parties. A private room requires a minimum of 15 guests and same rules as banquets apply. See banquet description.
  • Location
    14503 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070
  • Area
    Saratoga
  • Cross Street
    Saratoga Sunnyvale Rd.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    We feature live music for Sunday Brunch.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

Served from 4: 00pm - 9: 30pm.

  • Bruschetta (Dinner)US$9.00

    Garlic toast with fresh garlic, fresh diced tomatoes, and basil.

    • Artichoke (Dinner)US$10.00

      Fresh artichoke served warm with roasted garlic aioli.

      • Soft Polenta and Sauteed Cremini Mushrooms (Dinner)US$13.00

        With green onions in creamy demi-glaze sauce.

        • Caprese (Dinner)US$13.00

          Fresh bufala mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil seasoned with salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar and olive oil.

          • Fried Calamari (Dinner)US$13.00

            Crispy seasoned calamari with homemade cocktail sauce.

            • Crab Cakes (Dinner)US$16.00

              Pan seared blue lump crabmeat served with remoulade.

              • Chilled Prawns (Dinner)US$14.00

                Served with red onions and avocado over a cilantro vinaigrette puree.

                • Steamed Mussels and Clams (Dinner)US$15.00

                  Served in a garlic, butter, and white wine sauce.

                  • Carpaccio (Dinner)US$12.00

                    Thinly-sliced peppercorn-crusted beef with arugula, capers, red onions, lemon, and parmesan drizzled with white truffle oile.

                    Soup and Salad

                    Served from 4: 00pm - 9: 30pm. For salad topped with bay shrimp or grilled chicken, add $3, with avocado, tomato and onion, add $2.

                    • Bella Salad (Dinner)

                      Crisp mixed baby greens with fresh tomato, mushrooms, toasted croutons, served with creamy Italian dressing.

                      • SmallUS$9.00
                      • LargeUS$12.00

                    • Caesar Salad (Dinner)

                      Chopped romaine lettuce with parmesan cheese, garlic croutons, served with classic caesar dressing.

                      • SmallUS$9.00
                      • LargeUS$12.00

                    • Gorgonzola Salad (Dinner)

                      Mixed baby greens with green apples, candied pecans, and gorgonzola cheese.

                      • SmallUS$10.00
                      • LargeUS$13.00

                    • Spinach Salad (Dinner)

                      Fresh spinach topped with toasted pine nuts, served with raspberry vinaigrette.

                      • SmallUS$10.00
                      • LargeUS$13.00

                    • Saratoga Arugula Salad (Dinner)US$16.00

                      Crisp arugula served with tomatoes, olives, basil, parmesan and fresh mozzarella wedges, tossed in balsamic vinaigrette.

                      • Shellfish Salad (Dinner)US$26.00

                        Fresh mixed greens with prawns, scallops, shrimp, crab, and gorgonzola cheese, served with vinaigrette dressing.

                        • Homemade Minestrone Soup (Dinner)

                          • CupUS$5.00
                          • BowlUS$7.00

                        Meats and Poultry Entrees

                        Served from 4: 00pm - 9: 30pm.

                        • Filet Saratoga (Dinner)US$42.00

                          Filet mignon with grilled prawns and crimini mushrooms.

                          • Beef Angelo (Dinner)US$38.00

                            Filet mignon on a bed of warm spinach with garlic mashed potatoes.

                            • Scaloppini Saratoga (Dinner)US$28.00

                              Sauteed natural fed veal and prawns with mushrooms in demi-glaze sauce.

                              • Veal Piccata (Dinner)US$26.00

                                Sauteed natural fed veal with capers, lemon butter, in a light lemon sauce.

                                • Lamb Chops (Dinner)US$42.00

                                  Grilled lamb chops with chef's special sauce.

                                  • Pork Chops (Dinner)US$30.00

                                    Grilled bone in pork chops topped with pitted cherries in brandy sauce.

                                    • Saltimbocca (Dinner)US$24.00

                                      Free range chicken breast stuffed with prosciutto and mozzarella, with a mushroom cream sauce.

                                      • Chicken and Prawns Marsala (Dinner)US$25.00

                                        Chicken breasts and prawns with crimini mushrooms and marsala wine.

                                        • Chicken Piccata (Dinner)US$28.00

                                          Free range boneless half chicken roasted with capers and lemon butter sauce.

                                          Seafood Entrees

                                          Served from 4: 00pm - 9: 30pm.

                                          • Cioppino (Dinner)US$29.00

                                            Assorted seafood and shellfish in a spicy fresh tomato sauce.

                                            • Petrale Sole (Dinner)US$24.00

                                              Tender white fish with seedless grapes served with a lemon butter sauce.

                                              • Grilled Salmon (Dinner)US$27.00

                                                Fresh wild caught salmon filet with jumbo prawns served with a lemon butter sauce.

                                                Pasta Entrees

                                                Served from 4: 00pm - 9: 30pm.

                                                • Salmon Ravioli (Dinner)US$22.00

                                                  A blend of salmon, ricotta, and herbs, served in a creamy tomato-dill.

                                                  • Fettuccine Bianco (Dinner)US$26.00

                                                    Prawns, scallops, and mushrooms in a white wine and cream sauce.

                                                    • Linguine Tuttumare (Dinner)US$28.00

                                                      Mussels, clams, prawns, scallops, and white fish served with a tomato-basil sauce.

                                                      • Linguine and Clams (Dinner)US$23.00

                                                        Fresh linguine with clams served in a light white wine.

                                                        • Lasagna (Dinner)US$19.00

                                                          Our homemade bolognese sauce, baked with fresh pasta and cheese.

                                                          • Linguine Contadina (Dinner)US$18.00

                                                            Sauteed chicken and roasted julienne vegetables served with a creamy alfredo sauce.

                                                            • Linguine Piquante (Dinner)US$19.00

                                                              Fresh linguine, chicken, crimini mushrooms and olives served with a spicy red sauce.

                                                              • Linguine Bolognese (Dinner)US$18.00

                                                                Fresh linguine served with bella saratoga's signature bolognese sauce.

                                                                • Eggplant Parmigiana (Dinner)US$18.00

                                                                  Tender eggplant slices baked with mozzarella and served with marinara sauce.

                                                                  • Pasta Primavera (Dinner)US$17.00

                                                                    Fettuccine served with roasted julienne vegetables in a garlic wine sauce.

                                                                    • Linguine di Capra (Dinner)US$19.00

                                                                      Eggplant, roasted red peppers, Sun dried tomatoes, crimini mushrooms, and goat cheese in a light sauce.

                                                                      • Garlic Gnocchi al Pesto (Dinner)US$18.00

                                                                        Handmade gnocchi served with bella saratoga's signature pesto sauce.

                                                                        • Risotto al Porcini (Dinner)US$19.00

                                                                          Risotto rice served with porcini mushrooms and parmesan cheese.

                                                                          Last updated: 1 February 2022

                                                                          What 2,161 people are saying

                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                          4.7
                                                                          4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                          • 4.7Food
                                                                          • 4.7Service
                                                                          • 4.6Ambience
                                                                          • 4.4Value

                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                          Loved For

                                                                          • San Jose / Silicon Valley

                                                                            Great for outdoor dining

                                                                          • San Jose / Silicon Valley

                                                                            Italian

                                                                          Review summary

                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                          Bella Saratoga offers a delightful dining experience in a charming Victorian setting. Known for exceptional service and a cozy ambiance, it's a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Guests rave about the "excellent food" and "great wine selection." Ideal for intimate dinners or pre-concert meals at Mountain Winery.

                                                                          2,161 Reviews

                                                                          1. Jeffrey

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            It’s a family tradition to eat at Bella Saratoga on Christmas Eve. The staff’s warmth and attentiveness allows us to relax and enjoy each other as we share an excellent meal. We left this year as we do every year: Glad we chose to spend this special evening there.

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                                                                          2. Dissapointed

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            3 reviews

                                                                            Dined 2 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            We have been to many steak houses and I will say this was one of the best steaks we have had. This was our annual family Christmas Eve dinner and we were pleasantly surprised at the food. Since this is more Italian, wasn't sure what the steaks would be like. Has the calamari, artichoke, lobster ravioli and clam chowder as an appetizer and all were awesome. Staff was attentive and very good. Highly recommend for dinner. Thank you all and Merry Christmas

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                                                                          3. Paula

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                            Dined 4 days ago

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Amazing food and service!!! Beautiful setting in an old home. Very quaint and unique. You won’t be disappointed! Will definitely dine there again 😀

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                                                                          4. Francis

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            120 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            120 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 17 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Outdoor seating with heater is available. We had a weekday lunch including sole and salmon that were well-prepared and delicious. Friendly service. Will be back.

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                                                                          5. Janet

                                                                            Chicago

                                                                            10 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            10 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            The staff was welcoming, our server was attentive and the food was delicious. We will be back!

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                                                                          6. Mary

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            love the small quaint atmosphere. Food, drinks and service were all great.

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                                                                          7. Jeff

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            23 reviews

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            23 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 12 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 4
                                                                            Bella Saratoga is a gem in this town of great restaurants. Everything was delicious from the cocktails to the soup to the entrees and the dessert. Very cozy for a holiday dinner!

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                                                                          8. Lou

                                                                            VIP

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            20 reviews

                                                                            4.0

                                                                            20 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            This has been one of my go-to restaurants for drinks and dinner with colleagues after work at the local college. The prices have risen but the experience is always enjoyable with wonderful service, great drinks and delicious meals.

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                                                                          9. Sacha

                                                                            San Francisco

                                                                            15 reviews

                                                                            3.0

                                                                            15 reviews

                                                                            Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 3
                                                                            2. Food 4
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 1
                                                                            The food at Bella Saratoga is very good and their signature dish, salmon ravioli, is still top quality with homemade pasta. Service is excellent. The only negative is ambience. It was very cold when we came in and we had to ask them to turn on the heat so we didn’t have to eat with our coats on . Also, the decor is very cold. Not even a little candle on the table or wood lighting.  Whoever helped them update the interior did a terrible job with colors and making it inviting. 
                                                                            Bella SaratogaResponded on 11 December 2024
                                                                            Hi Sacha, Thank you for the kind words about the service and food also we did hear your comment about being cold when you walked in and turned the heater on right away it is our mistake for not having it on as we were running around preparing for dinner service our apologies for that. As for the ambience I'm sorry its not to your expectations we try to give the best service and food .

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                                                                          10. Kristin

                                                                            Austin

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            5.0

                                                                            1 review

                                                                            Dined on 7 December 2024

                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                            Amazing food. Superb service - thanks Ben. A great night out!!
                                                                            Bella SaratogaResponded on 11 December 2024
                                                                            Thank You Kristin

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                                                                          FAQs

                                                                          Bella Saratoga offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (408) 741-5115.

                                                                          Bella Saratoga is rated 4.7 stars by 2161 OpenTable diners.

                                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                          2 people
                                                                          23:00
                                                                          Booked 10 times today

                                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                                          Google Map for Bella Saratoga

                                                                          14503 Big Basin Way, Saratoga, CA 95070

                                                                          Dining areas

                                                                          Additional information

                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                            Saratoga Sunnyvale Rd.
                                                                          • Area
                                                                            Saratoga
                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                            Brunch Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
                                                                          • Price
                                                                            $30 and under
                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                            Italian, Californian, Organic
                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                            Smart Casual
                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                            Street Parking
                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                          • Entertainment
                                                                            We feature live music for Sunday Brunch.
                                                                          • Additional
                                                                            Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                          • Website
                                                                            http://www.bellasaratoga.com/
                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                            (408) 741-5115
                                                                          • Catering
                                                                            We offer catering services and customized menus based on your specific needs. Please call us to discuss.
                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                            We welcome private parties. A private room requires a minimum of 15 guests and same rules as banquets apply. See banquet description.

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