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Bella Via Ristorante, Highland Park, IL

Bella Via Ristorante

4.7
4.7
1135 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
431 Temple Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Bella Via Ristorante is thrilled to announce its new location at 431 Temple ave in Highland Park. An authentic Italian Restaurant, a true family owned and family operated that has served the North Shore communities for over 26 years. We feature classic Italian fare with an impressive selection of Italian wines. The menu consists of a variety of appetizers, homemade pastas, fresh fish, tender veal, chicken and many other Italian favorites.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Maurizio Lo Bosco
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Highland Park
  • Cross street
    Temple Ave and Waukegan Rd
  • Parking details
    Large underground Parking Facility located right across the street
  • Entertainment
    Live music on our outdoor patio
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,135 people are saying

Bella Via Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bella Via Ristorante is cherished for its "outstanding" service and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "authentic Italian flavors," especially the cioppino and tiramisu. The restaurant offers a "fun atmosphere" and a "great selection of wines." Some guests find the noise level high, but the experience remains delightful.

1,135 Reviews
  1. Ralph VIP

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place. The food service and the atmosphere are outstanding. We try to go there at least once a week! Five star ⭐️ place for certain!

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  2. Steve

    Dallas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious meal with friends. Service was excellent. Great ambiance. Ownership there to assure a great experience. I would highly recommend.

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  3. Kip

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great addition to the Highwood dining scene. Attentive service and excellent food. The cioppino features a rich, hearty tomato sauce with perfectly cooked seafood, delivering bold, satisfying flavors. The halibut special is equally impressive, served in a buttery sauce that complements the flaky fish beautifully. To top it off, the tiramisu is authentic and decadent, with just the right balance of creamy mascarpone and espresso-soaked ladyfingers. A fantastic spot for authentic Italian flavors and exceptional dishes! My only criticism was the choice of music. They were playing Coldplay the entire evening, and although I like Coldplay, it didn't fit the style or vibe of the restaurant.

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  4. Eliza

    Columbus3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time and we enjoyed it very much! Our waiter was exceptional, the food was delicious! The room is very loud fyi.

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  5. Vicki VIP

    Chicago31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the fish special, and I completely cleaned my plate! It was delicious! Other things eaten at our table included the grilled calamari, minestrone soup and the special pork chop. Everyone was pleased, and enjoyed. Our server was pleasant, and attentive.

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  6. Nandita VIP

    Chicago21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Attentive service, great selection of wines, and food specials were all spot on!

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  7. Joel

    Chicago18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the new location. Great food, great ambience, tables are very close together, tho, because new location is much smaller.

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  8. johana

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and so were the cocktails that we had!

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  9. Maureen VIP

    Chicago67 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    We were excited to try this new location for one of our previous go-to's. Unfortunately, we were disappointed from start to finish. Parking, which was so abundant and free in the former location, was now subject to a $5 valet charge. We had asked for a quiet table--none to be had in this new space. The noise level made it difficult to be heard without screaming--which the party of 4 women and 1 man adjacent to us did repeatedly. The menu included many of our favorites, at higher prices, and we expected that. But the soup or salad with entrees is now a thing of the past, and an extra charge. One of us ordered the Caesar anyway; the other the house--both were meh. Our guest had the burrata appetizer, which looked and tasted delicious. He also ordered the veal saltimbocca--another great choice. My husband ordered the pork chop special--which the waiter claimed would be excellent. It was anything but. While large, it was a very thin cut and extremely dry. The accompanying potatoes were mushy, and the spinach lacked seasoning. My lasagna--previously consistently reliable--was just okay. Sad. Not sure if we'll be back.

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  10. David VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place to go and dine in relaxed style, with a devoted staff.

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. North Suburbs
  5. Highland Park

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Bella Via Ristorante

431 Temple Ave, Highland Park, IL 60035

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Temple Ave and Waukegan Rd
  • Neighborhood
    Highland Park
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Large underground Parking Facility located right across the street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Maurizio Lo Bosco
  • Entertainment
    Live music on our outdoor patio
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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