Bella Notte, an Italian eatery originally located on the border of Merrick/Bellmore recently moved to a brand new, much larger * & MUCH needed space in Bellmore on Merrick Rd.
Not a "family" style place, per se but the portions are certainly large enough , if you so choose.
We recently went, just a few weeks after the Grand Opening, and while the crowds are still large, as newcomers wait along with us "regulars" , it never disappoints.
Going with a group (2 or more couples) is usually the way to go, so you can order more items. We had the baked clams, (always great) the fried zucchini (crispy & never greasy) , the fresh baby spinach & shaved parm salad & my all time favorite & * in my opinion, one of the best around- the stuffed artichoke- tender, not overly stuffed with breading, and the most delicate & delicious sauce! And then, just another course, the Zucchini bolognese, which you can also have as an entree but great as an app for 4-6. Excellent for those trying to avoid carbs.
Next- The main courses-
The menu is still large & offers pastas, veal & chicken dishes, eggplant selections, shrimp dishes including wendy, marinara, scampi, or parm, etc etc.
The Traditional Chicken Bella Notte (chicken scarp) with ALL the fixings- HUGE links of grilled sausage, broccoli, red peppers, onions, chunks of roasted garlic, roasted potatoes, and of course, a delicious tender whole chicken, cut into 8 or 16 pcs, is roasted to perfection.
The specials, which change daily, included the Red Snapper livornese, a whole grilled Branzino, Veal Valdestano, and much more.
If you STILL have room, then do order dessert , like the Tiramisu, or the lighter than air huge Napoleon, or have some home made warm biscotti w/ cream- great with a cappuccino to finish off the evening's meal.
Mangia!
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