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Interior - Bella Vie, Bayshore, NY

Bella Vie

4.5 (609)
$30 and under
Italian
240 W Main St, Bayshore, NY 11706

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Bella Vie

4.5
$30 and under
Italian
Bay Shore

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
An Award Winning Romantic Italian French waterfront restaurant nestled in the heart of Bay Shore.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, French
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Bay Shore
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.5

4.5
(609)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New York State

    Great for scenic views

  • Suffolk

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bella Vie delights with "excellent" food and "great service." Guests enjoy a "quaint spot right on a lake," enhancing the dining atmosphere. The attentive staff, including Frank, and the personal touch from the owner, are consistently praised. A varied menu offers something for every taste, promising a truly enjoyable experience.
609 Reviews
  1. Suzanne

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and atmosphere. Has become a go-to spot for our group

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  2. Steven

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I celebrated our 27th wedding anniversary here. Everything was wonderful! Frank seated us, took great care of us the entire meal and was a pleasure to talk to. Co-owner Mike also stopped by our table to say hi, and Louis and team were super-attentive. Can't say enough good things about this restaurant!

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  3. Andrew

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very enjoyable early Sunday meal at Bella Vie. Food was great and service was excellent. Frank took good care of us.

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  4. Laura Gold

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve eaten here a few times always excellent. Service can be a little quick we waited 45 minutes for our dinner

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  5. Nancy

    Pittsburgh23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our first time at Bella Vie and we were not disappointed. Service, food and cocktails were excellent. Quaint spot right on a lake as well. My only suggestion is that the place is dated and needs a bit of a spiff up IMO. Other than that, had a very enjoyable evening.

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  6. Kevin Gold

    New York City49 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 17, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch specials and a fantastic view of a beautiful lake.

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  7. Joe Gold

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent, waiters and staff were on point

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  8. Cathleen Gold

    New York City205 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 7, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We looked forward to this experience, based on reviews on OT. The staff were very disorganized & all seemed to be rushing around constantly. Unusual music was annoying and A/C vents blew right onto tables. The menu was varied & seemed to have something for every taste. Our entrees of onion soup & chicken were tasty, but baked clams were mostly breadcrumbs. Bread was stale! Bourbon cocktail unrecognizable. With so many better options in the area, I would not return.

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  9. Joanne

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had no complaints at all, food and service wonderful!!

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  10. Carl

    New York State8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was excellent. This was our first time there. The food was exceptional. The Tagliatelle bolognese was done right the home made past was light and just delicious. The porkchop with the apple and sauteed onion glaze was very tasty and the chop was cooked to perfection. We will sure to be back.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, French
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Bay Shore
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

The prix fixe portions are generous, guests say the prix fixe leaves them comfortably full and is a great value.

Bella Vie can be very quiet at early brunch service, one guest said their 11:15 a.m. brunch was the only party in the dining room, and other visitors have reported the restaurant being pretty empty on some visits.

Yes, Bella Vie has outdoor seating by the water; guests often mention sitting outside and enjoying the lake view during warm-weather visits.

Casual dress is the guide at Bella Vie, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate, and many guests choose it for date nights or anniversary dinners.

Yes, Bella Vie is a popular pick for date night, with many guests celebrating anniversaries and praising intimate lakeside tables, attentive service, and a cozy, conversational atmosphere.

Yes, Bella Vie welcomes families: guests bring children (one reviewer noted their daughter enjoyed penne), and the restaurant regularly hosts family luncheons and larger gatherings.

For a relaxed meal, try an early Tuesday evening, one guest called that their best experience; Sunday brunch (an 11:15 party found it very quiet) and warm afternoons are lovely for outdoor seating overlooking the lake.

Yes, Bella Vie can host private gatherings: the restaurant offers private/event space (guests and staff note a back room/event area that accommodates larger parties and overlooks the water).

Sunday nights are a standout, guests specifically praise visiting on Sunday night for the lakeside seating, and some guests also note a particularly lovely early dinner on Tuesday evenings.

Bella Vie is a cozy, romantic waterfront spot with intimate dining rooms and lakeside tables; guests praise the warm, attentive service, calm acoustics, and occasional live acoustic music.

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Bella Vie

4.5
$30 and under
Italian
Bay Shore

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
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