I had a lovely lunch at Bella Vie last week with friends. We came during lunch so we were able to take advantage of the lunch special. There were many choices but I opted for the Chicken Saltimbocca, while friends both had the Chicken Marsala. All agreed the food was delicious. We were seated adjacent to the window and enjoyed the view of the ducks swimming in Lawrence Lake. The waiter was attentive and didn't press us for dessert once we said we'll pass. The restaurant is small and does not have a parking lot, but we were able to find spots along Main Street.

My fiancé found this place for a date night, and it was a great choice. We did park on the street, kinda unsafe if you're across the street - I'm unsure if they had a parking lot. The inside is very romantic. The bread they give you for free as an appetizer was great. I got french onion soup which was also delicious. Then for our meals, I got the gnocci which was really great and filling. I expected this type of place to have barely anything on the plate, but they gave us a decent serving. The chocolate cake I got for dessert was also good! The owner, Mike, came around to each table and really had great conversation with everyone, and asking how we enjoyed the food. Our blonde waitress was fantastic and friendly. Our whole experience there was probably one of the best dates we've had. They really have a great view off the water as well. It is pretty cool that the owner makes his own wine that he tells you about. After dinner, we sat at the bar and had one drink and left. Even the bartender was the friendliest. Definitely recommend this place for a date!

I had the pleasure of going to Bella Vie last week on a date and it was wonderful. Unfortunately, we went a little too late to have a view of the lake as it was dark out but the restaurant itself feels very quaint and romantic. The staff were all very nice and made sure we had everything we needed and enjoyed our food which we did. This is a must try on Long Island especially for dates and anniversaries.

I came here for a work dinner. It was cute and cozy. The food was phenomenal. I had one of the best chicken Francese dishes here!!! The tiramisu was also worth mentioning in my review , so good!!!The staff were all very friendly. The wine was delicious with generous pours.Will definitely be retuning with friends and family. I love an intimate dining experience.

Windcrest Community in BayShore had a ladies lunch (pre-fix menu), 25 ladies attended. The private room accommodated everyone comfortably and Rob (waiter) was efficient and patient with our party of 25. Soup of the day was Split Pea with ham. I opted for the salmon with mixed vegetables and potatoes...yummy, healthy meal. The setting was lovely overlooking the water. Mike was so gracious and escorted anyone who needed help getting to their table. Bella Vie is a lovely restaurant, great pricing with generous portions. A fantastic dining experience!

Visited here for dinner for the first time over the summer. The interior is a cute old style Italian place but definitely could use some updating. The back room over looks water. We were greeted by the bartender and sat right away. Our waitress was very helpful with the menu and quick service. We did baked clams for an appetizer. I did chicken parm. My husband did lasagna which he enjoyed.

After a long beautiful sunny day at the beach on Fire Island, my friend and I wanted to eat the best cuisine the island has to offer - Italian. We looked at many places but Bella Vie stood out, and I am so happy we went here. From the outside, this is an unassuming place but as soon as you enter the restaurant, the classy bar and water-side seating and outside patio takes your breath away. The restaurant is truly reminiscent of a little oasis. Perfect for a classy dinner with family or friends or a nice date with lovely company. Staff was super kind from the get go. Everyone came and talked to us and we loved our conversations. I started with a glass of cabarnet, my friend ordered the tiramisu martini which was to die for and absolutely delicious. Bread was free flowing - it was hot and fresh and appropriately baked with some garlic butter on top. I've never ate so much bread in one sitting. For appetizers we ordered baked clams and grilled Spanish octopus. The clams came swimming in a bright lemon sauce that accompanied the seafood very well. Clams were fresh against the savory, herby background of Italian breadcrumbs. The octopus was prepared beautifully with just the right amount of crispy char but so tender and soft inside. It was paired with a sprinkle of potatoes, tomatoes and onions and a drizzle of balsamic - a first for me with octopus but the flavors were absolutely on point. Then came our entrees. My friends clam linguine was absolutely delicious - they did not skimp on the meat at all and the sauce was bright and delicious. Linguine was cooked perfectly el dente and the clams were fresh and delicious. I ended up ordering the truffle gnocchi. It was a dream in a plate. Buttery, pillowy gnocchi with generous shavings of parmesan cheese. The sauce with the truffle was to die for and absolutely phenomenal. The bits of caramelized onions were culinary genius - offering a sweet contrast to the savory rich sauce. I really enjoyed this dish and wiped my plate clean. We finished our meal with the classic tiramisu, which cane with a generous serving of whipped cream on top. The tiramisu was light and refreshing, ladyfingers soaked through which I appreciated a lot. The mascarpone was not too sweet and the choc syrup topping adding an extra umph which I loved. We even got to meet the owner Mike who asked us how we liked our food. Overall this was a wonderful experience and I really think this place is a hidden gem worthy of a visit! If you are visiting fire Island and in the area, please go here!!!

We will be moving to Bay Shore in a few months, so my fiancé and I have been trying out some spots in our new town. We passed through Main Street and saw Bella Vie at the end of town. Funny enough, my fiancé went to a bridal shower there a few weeks back, where she was impressed with not only the food, but the amazing view. We went out for dinner last Friday night, and we had such a great time. The view is beautiful from any seat in the restaurant. We ordered the Burrata / Prosciutto appetizer from the specials, that was delicious. For dinner, my fiancé ordered rigatoni Ala vodka with grilled shrimp. She orders Ala vodka almost every time it's on a menu, and she said this was the best she's had. That's very high praise, so she's super excited it's in the town we will be living in. I ordered the skirt steak. It was a nice portion, and it came with mixed vegetables and a small side of rustic fries. My steak was cooked perfectly for what I ordered (Med rare). The only thing I didn't care for was the little fried onions on top, they were hard. We split a piece of cheesecake for dessert, and that was also delicious. Everything is fairly priced, and was actually surprised when we received the bill. It was lower than what we normally pay for an Italian restaurant. The service was great, the staff was friendly, and it's such a nice little spot. This is a place we are looking forward to bringing family and friends when they come to visit.