Ciao Bella

4.3 (83)

£26 to £40

Italian

20 Dock Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS10 1JF

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Ciao Bella

4.3

£26 to £40

Italian

Leeds

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Good for groups
Romantic

Ciao Bella does everything that it says on the tin, plus more. This is a big-hearted, lively and welcoming family-run Italian restaurant in Leed's Brewery Wharf and Victoria Quays district that is perfect for parties, business lunches with colleagues, and I'm-craving-carbs kind of days because this is arguably some of the best pasta in town. The stylish neutral décor and stainless steel bar add to the modern-brasserie vibe, and the Ciao Bella menu is filled with crowd favourites such as the chicken and spinach lasagne, the fillet steak on a potato rosti with crispy pancetta and a Barolo reduction, and the irresistible baked plum and almond Tuili Tian with an amaretto and plum dressing.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:45 pm
Contact
0113 245 6278
Website
https://www.ciaobellarestaurantleeds.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
20 Dock Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS10 1JF
Neighborhood
Leeds
Parking details
None
Public transit
5 minutes walk from Leeds Bus station5 minutes walk from Leeds train station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Pollo Al Rosmarino
Chicken breast in a garlic and rosmarino sauce served with saute potatoes
Pollo al Creme
Chicken breast in creamy mushroom sauce served with saute potatoes
Fusilli a Funghi
Mushrooms, onion and peas in cream garlic sauce
Fusilli Piccante
Spicy tomato sauce
Margherita Pizza
Funghi Pizza
Salami Pizza

Desserts

Selection of Italian Ice Cream
Tiramisu
Dessert Of The Day
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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Ciao Bella.

4.3

(83)

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

83 Reviews

J
Jane
Yorkshire3 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 25, 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The table was ready upon arrival. It was set and ready for us. We were served straight away The food was average it lacked in vegetables and wasn’t overly hot. The staff were very attentive.
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lizzy
London4 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 14, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time at this restaurant and we would go again the staff were good nice and friendly and just the right amount of time between courses .
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Chelle
Yorkshire3 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 10, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food was lovely however very strange as had a Groupon and had booked through this app but advised I couldnt do both eith could use the Groupon and lose the booking or use the booking and pay full price.... Very bizarre
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VictoriaG
Yorkshire6 reviews
1.0
Dined on August 30, 2015
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Terrible service! We were told at the end of the meal that we didn't qualify for The pizza/pasta offer of the day because we had booked via Open Table! The board didn't state this though and neither does your website. Very disappointed, won't be back and won't use Open Table again.
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Debs
London1 review
4.0
Dined on July 22, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
enjoyed a very good evening here with a group of friends; good food and service, friendly staff and a pleasant restaurant
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OpenTable Diner
Yorkshire6 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 14, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Restaurant very good really friendly staff and good service. My only criticism was because I had booked through open table we could not choose from the lunch time menu. In other words we could not take advantage of 2 courses for one price or 3 for a slightly more expensive. We had to choose a la carte. When ask ed why he said because the restaurant had to pay open table.
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PatP
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were lucky enough to be able to dine outside in the sunshine for our pre-theatre meal. All six of us thoroughly enjoyed our food and wine and were amazed at how reasonable the bill was. Friendly and very efficient staff helped make a most pleasant and memorable evening.
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debbie
Yorkshire13 reviews
2.0
Dined on April 4, 2015
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Booked through Open Table 30 minutes before arriving. On arrival the manager told us that he had not received the booking and would not accept it via Open Table - but could give us a table anyway. I suggest that they don't offer late bookings via Open Table if they are not willing to honour them. Food was ok, fairly average. Disappointing pizzas - little topping. We had a very large all women group on the next table who shouted and screeched throughout our meal. Moving around, taking photos etc. Many diners appeared to be a little annoyed by them dominating the restaurant. I wouldn't recommend. Plenty of other places to go in Leeds. Shame as it is in a lovely building and location.
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Pete
Yorkshire1 review
4.0
Dined on February 14, 2015
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
All our waiters, and waitresses were brilliant on the eve of 14th February from 2100. Ambience was brilliant. Good value for money also. We also loved the Rose we had for 16.99. We will recommend.
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Jess
Yorkshire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2015
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had such an enjoyable time at ciao bella, the food was amazing cooked to perfection and had a really good time.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:45 pm
Contact
0113 245 6278
Website
https://www.ciaobellarestaurantleeds.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
20 Dock Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS10 1JF
Neighborhood
Leeds
Parking details
None
Public transit
5 minutes walk from Leeds Bus station5 minutes walk from Leeds train station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, families are welcome: regulars say their kids love the food, and guests have requested a children’s menu, so families dine here often.

For a calmer visit, head to Ciao Bella on a Tuesday evening; for great value, try the lunchtime Special Lunch Menu (well recommended by guests).

Yes, Ciao Bella advertises a Special Lunch Menu (guests note it’s around £9.95 including a soft drink) and also offers an Early Bird Menu.

Yes, guests report eating outside, mentioning sitting under large parasols and enjoying meals on warm days.

Casual Dress, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is expected.

The Linguine nere con Capesante e Gamberi (black linguine with scallops and prawns in saffron cream) is a recurring favourite, guests praise this exact dish on multiple visits.

Ciao Bella pairs a stylish neutral décor and stainless-steel bar with an open-plan, exposed-brick dining room; guests describe it as airy, with pleasant background music and a calm, relaxing vibe.

Yes, there are clearly marked vegetarian options on the menu, including Funghi (V), Campagnola (v) and other (v)-marked pasta and lunch dishes, plus a dedicated Penne Vegetarian main.

Guests often note generous portions at Ciao Bella - Leeds, several reviews praise large, satisfying plates and good-sized servings.

For a quieter, excellent meal try Tuesday, a guest said their Tuesday visit was quiet and the food outstanding; Saturdays also work well for larger groups, with one party of 16 praising prompt service.

Yes, Ciao Bella - Leeds can be a lovely pick for date night: guests describe a calm, relaxing ambiance and friendly staff, calling it ideal for a romantic evening.

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Ciao Bella

4.3

£26 to £40

Italian

Leeds

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

Ciao Bella

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Ciao Bella

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About this restaurant

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Starters

Bruschetta

Soup of the Day

Creamy Garlic Mushrooms

Home made Chicken Pate

Caprese Salad

Main Course

Pollo Al Rosmarino

Pollo al Creme

Fusilli a Funghi

Fusilli Piccante

Margherita Pizza

Funghi Pizza

Salami Pizza

Desserts

Selection of Italian Ice Cream

Tiramisu

Dessert Of The Day

Additional information

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