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Bella Notte

4.7
4.7
1420 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Bella Notte means Beautiful Night in Italian. Join us at our table & let us create your beautiful dining experience! This is a place to satisfy the appetite with Italian gusto. Enjoy the season's freshest ingredients and some unique dishes that are sure to become your next favorite! Remember, in Italy food & drink don't just make it possible to live, they're a part of what makes life worth living.
Italians say, "A tavolo non s'invecchia".
(People do not get old at the table)-spend enough time at ours and you'll believe it's true!

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (859) 245-1789

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Kevin Toyoda

  • Catering

    Let us know about your office lunch, an off-site party or any other event that we can cater for you. Choose from our full menu or let us know if you have any special requests. No group is too small or large!

  • Private party facilities

    We have two spaces on-site: an intimate room for up to 20 people and a romantic sun room with a fireplace that will comfortably seat up to 60 people. We offer several set menu options. We also have an off-site event space for gatherings up to 200. Contact our catering manager to set up your next event!

  • Private party contact

    Tiffany Blair: (859) 245-1789

  • Neighbourhood

    Lexington

  • Cross Street

    Rojay Drive; Turn Left before the Audi Dealership

  • Parking Details

    Convenient parking is available in the front parking lot.

  • Public Transit

    Nicholasville Rd across from Bridle Creek Apartments

  • Entertainment

    Dine with us Friday or Saturday evening & be amazed by our magician while you're enjoying your meal!

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 1,420 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Italian

  • Lexington

    Best Value

  • Lexington

    Healthy

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I must say, Bella Note is the top on my list for Italian food. The atmosphere can only be described as a fancy but peaceful environment. The wait and house staff were excellent, and catered to our every need. And the food...flavors galore! Thank you Bella Nota, you didn't disappoint!
  2. NashvilleGirl

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A good experience from start to finish. It was a very busy day for the restaurant (high school graduation for three schools!), but they were very gracious when we needed to modify our reservation. The food was as good, if not better, than we’ve come to expect here. Most importantly, the waiter was friendly and attentive. He’d been dealing with graduates all day, yet still made the one at our table feel special and important. Dinner at Bella Note will be an important part of our memories of a special day!
  3. Scott

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food; nice ambiance depending on where you’re seated.
  4. FaizalR

    Miami - Dade

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, great staff (Jackson) and great food.
  5. KathleenH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    I really enjoyed our dinner, but it was quite a bit more expensive than the last time we went there a couple of years ago.
  6. KarenM

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    The food was very good, but our server was not very attentive! Specialty drinks took forever! Water glasses remained empty! We wanted to order dessert / she brought the dessert menu but never came back until she brought our check!
  7. Ellie

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic. The meal was superb from start to finish. Belle Notte. NEVER disappoints!
  8. ThomasH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, excellent service, charming ambiance, reasonable prices.
  9. EverettL

    Exclusive

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food is top notch; you will not find Italian cuisine at this level anywhere else in Lexington!
  10. KSavage

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Took 45 minutes to be served our entree. Usually 30 min or less.
  11. Emma

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place was wonderful! The atmosphere was so positive and clean! Perfect place for a date night or family night!
  12. AnnaC

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time at Bella Notte but not our last. The food was delicious and our server Jonathan was fantastic.
  13. TeriH

    New Mexico

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, and excellent service in my favorite Lexington restaurant. I eat there every time I’m in town. Only one little suggestion. If patrons have to cut the bread, please bring a sharper knife. Ours was fresh out of the oven and I burned my hands having to pull it apart as my table knife wouldn’t go through it. Otherwise an excellent meal as always!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lauryn delivered exceptional service. She was friendly and knowledgeable and suggested weekend-only specials not on the menu. We ordered fettuccine Alfredo and scallops over linguine. Food was fast and excellent. This place always delivers.
  15. BethO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our server was incredible! Food was terrific as always!
  16. PatriciaM

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gracious, accommodating, relaxing and satisfying after a cold weekend at a horse event.
  17. JacquelineC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is a spectacular restaurant, with strong service, good ambience, and fabulous food.
  18. NancyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb food, great staff. Panna cotta is EPIC! Make a reservations!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Pasta was cooked nearly perfect. Bread was great and the olive oil mix was delicious. Portions were substantial, and the wait staff was great. Not too pushy but making sure your drinks and everything is good as you dine. Would go back in the future.
  20. KeithF

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food. Terrific server. We found our next anniversary site.
  21. reber

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wit staff was very attentive. The food is delicious and service was wonderful and timely
  22. JohnS

    Denver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took my daughter and her college friends out for dinner on Easter. The food was amazing. Everyone had a great dinner and we will definitely go back.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous as usual! Our server had excellent recommendations for specials today
  24. AngelaW

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience at Bella Notte! The waitress was very helpful with food suggestions and very prompt and kind! The food was outstanding! The blueberry lemon drop was delicious as well!
  25. SaraGo

    Cleveland

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was awesome. The scallops were so good as was the sauce. Great value.
  26. kiki

    Louisville

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Good food. Nice cocktails. Not very expensive. Tables a bit too close to each other. Would like an adult only area. Didn’t want to gave to deal with others children.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A visit to Claiborne farm and a quick drive into Lexington just for dinner at Bella Notte and it didn’t disappoint. Jovial server, quick and attentive. The Artichoke Bruschetta was interesting with no regrets ordering it. The Penne Gorgonzola we decided on was perfect. Great choice.
  28. LoveItalianFood

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    The food was not delivered as per the menu. We had to ask for items that were supposed to come with the meal. For that kind of money, I would have expected better
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely spring menu and service! Once again didn’t disappoint
  30. SteveP

    Memphis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent. The portions are very large.
  31. Rose25

    Louisville

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing restaurant for date night, family night or any night! Bella is always on the top of my list for dinner out.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was great! We both really enjoyed our lunch! Bella Notte never disappoints!!
  33. LynneH

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had Marketa as our server and she was wonderful! It was my husbands 70th Birthday so I had invited 2 other couples to join us. She brought a sweet Birthday treat to each couple to share. We will be back and hope to have here again!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was great - food was fresh and delicious .
  35. Ezerenergy

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    This place is perfect for a romantic night out. Delicious food, amazing free bread and oil, and the most perfect atmosphere. The dim lighting, warm colors, and candlelight make this place cozy, quiet, and welcoming. Such a great experience. I've been 4 times now, and I love everything that I eat there, especially the pesto!
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good food and service here
  37. DinaR

    Louisville

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Delicious food, but we wish chocolate souffle will be back again to the menu!
  38. RM99

    Louisville

    130 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    130 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Greeted courteously and seated promptly. Although a bit loud service was attentive and drinks were served quickly. Food followed as salads were finished. Very hot and tasty.
  39. JosephD

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second visit to this restaurant as we really enjoyed the first visit.
  40. Alison

    Louisville

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    We have ALWAYS had great experiences at Bella Notte, until our 3/12 visit to celebrate a birthday. Of the four tomato basil soups ordered and served, one was hot, two were lukewarm, and one was cold. The one order of potato soup was described as "mealy". The cold soup was returned and removed from our bill, but no one came over to address it. The long time it took to get our orders was really bizarre and unexpected - very few other customers, other than a group table in the back. This is my family's favorite place for special occasions but it missed the mark on the basics this time. Bummer.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

Bella Notte offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 245-1789.

Bella Notte is rated 4.7 stars by 1420 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Bella Notte

3715 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY 40503

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Rojay Drive; Turn Left before the Audi Dealership

  • Neighbourhood

    Lexington

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 3:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Convenient parking is available in the front parking lot.

  • Public Transit

    Nicholasville Rd across from Bridle Creek Apartments

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Kevin Toyoda

  • Entertainment

    Dine with us Friday or Saturday evening & be amazed by our magician while you're enjoying your meal!

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (859) 245-1789

  • Catering

    Let us know about your office lunch, an off-site party or any other event that we can cater for you. Choose from our full menu or let us know if you have any special requests. No group is too small or large!

  • Private party facilities

    We have two spaces on-site: an intimate room for up to 20 people and a romantic sun room with a fireplace that will comfortably seat up to 60 people. We offer several set menu options. We also have an off-site event space for gatherings up to 200. Contact our catering manager to set up your next event!

  • Private party contact

    Tiffany Blair: (859) 245-1789

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