Ciao Bella - Monticello (NY)

5 /5 Sandeep Malhotra: Absolute gem in Monticello. The food was outstanding! Starting on the appetizers which included calamari, spinach pear and goat cheese salad and arugula roasted beet salad. The lamb chops, seared tuna, branzino and chicken Marsala were all to die for. The tiramisu and Italian pistachio cheesecake were sumptuous. Wine was great. Service was courteous, attentive and prompt. Great outdoor seating.

5 /5 Amelia Gleyzer: We had a reservation on Valentine’s Day and it was pretty busy so the wait time for ordering drinks and food and getting our check took a long time. The food came out quick though and it was delicious! I recommend the house Riesling and their ravioli in pink sauce is so good.

5 /5 Sam Fortmeyer: Ciao Bella was the perfect find for our lake house weekend. For context, a group of 9 of us visited Monticello for the first time last week. We couldn’t find a good place to eat until taking a drive and finding Ciao Bella. Even without a reservation, we were seated almost immediately in their outdoor patio (which is fully heated and lit up beautifully). We were served by very kind waitstaff all night and we loved the atmosphere. The food was so delicious! We started with their meatball appetizer (not pictured because it was eaten so quickly) and we all got a very impressive entree. Everyone was very happy with their meals, which is great for a sometimes picky table of nine. The portions were great for the price, and it was great to find authentic Italian cuisine in Monticello. We will definitely be back next time we visit!

5 /5 surbhi garg: Food was sooooo good. Their special for the day scallops made in truffle sauce over a bed of potatoe pancakes were out of the world good. Excellent calamari. Butterflied Pork chops rolled with spinach prosciutto mushrooms and fontina cheese was such that even though we were full to the brim we didn’t leave a lick. Must try place, warm hospitality and friendly staff.

5 /5 Mo Tahir: Very welcoming and warm staff, we were seated immediately. We got the lobster ravioli and fettuccine Alfredo, and both were amazing. For Dessert, we got the tiramisu cake, which was also very delicious. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the town, This restaurant is gem!