Bella Mia Restaurant, San Jose

While on a trip to San Jose a friend suggested we go here. The other writers are correct the ambiance is that of days gone by and was very pleasing. My pasta was definitely lacking in flavor but her seafood canaloni was very good. The Ceaser salad and creme brulee were the best part of the meal. I would love to go back and try the other dishes, it definitely deserves another try.

I have not had a bad meal the several times I have gone. I love the decore and ambiance inside. It makes you feel like you are stepping back into San Jose's past. Great Lasagne... Best to go on a mid week evening, very few people and good service. The only downside is that you have to pay for parking to be nearby, unless you get lucky.

I was given a gift certificate recently and brought my husband here..Although it was just a bit hard to get too..parking is behind the restaurant which I didn't know..The food is delicious! The shrimp appetizer are humongous!!! They are a meal in themselves!! The will let you taste the wine before ordering a bottle or glass..and the service impeccable!

went there for a big birthday and had a great time. Service was great, food great and atmosphere was great. We also went there post graduation and would recommend it to anyone.

This classic italian resturant was an amazing dining experiance. My husband and I went for our two year aniversary and their staff made it a wonderful night for us. The food was delciuos and the wine went perfectly. I would definatly recomend this resturant to everyone.

After years of great meals at Bella Mia I was shocked at how disapointing our meals were this evening. My Potato Crusted Halibut (reduntantly served w/ mashed potatoes!) was dry, overcooked and flavorless (clearly previously frozen). The side of vegetables (ordered extra) were very overcooked and uninteresting. The other meal ordered, Pork Chop, was over sauced with an overbearing glop and served with Rissoto riddled with undercooked sweet potato chunks. Ugh! Our waitress, though trying very hard and sweet, lacked the polished service that Bella Mia was known for. In the old days the owner, Bill Carlson and Chef Gary craeated a favorite dining destination. I worried when Bill sold his jewel but was thrilled to hear Chef Miles Meal was at the helm. Now they are all gone and the place has gone way down the pits. What a shame for such a lovely property

Would give 5 stars but, there weren't too many styles to choose from, but still I found a few that I really liked. Ask for Saralynn she's really pleasant and nice.

Located downtown it's busy all the time, it is in nearly what is the heart of the city surrounded by museums and businesses. It's a couple of stories high.

Mia Bella has great service and good food as well as a relaxing atmopshere. I urge you to try the Chicken Marsala.

Bella Mia Italian is a great restaurant. I like it very much and i'm very hungry =))