Tuesday, November 15, 2011

CIAO BELLA

CIAO BELLA- originally operated under the LIRR train tressle in Valley Stream. NY has re opened in Hewlett on West Broadway & is just as good, if not better!

Freddy, the Chef has taken over this restaurant with his charming wife Dena and made a lovely warm dining room, larger bar and a fabulous menu.
As always, everything is cooked to order & all made from scratch.

The pastas, all fabulous and cooked al dente- especially the linguine with vongole clams- a perfect broth of extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, red pepper flakes and italian parsley- mouth watering. A perfect starter!
The osso bucco was all sold out by the time we arrived, (late) but everyone who was there was raving, so next time!
I had the veal "elephant ear" a huge lightly golden breaded milanese style with a chilled arugula salad w/ red onion & chopped tomatoes. My husband had the grilled veal chop- excellent as well. The entrees all come with a fresh vegetable and potato.

Every dish that came out looked amazing! The table next to us had dessert- we were too full, but homemade cheesecake & tiramisu! YUM!

The place is not huge- about 45-50 seats, so do make a reservation on the weekend!

A great new place to go! Mangia!

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