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(212) 473-5121
24 Minetta Ln
New York,
NY
10012
40.7303
-74.0009
Neighborhoods: Downtown, Greenwich Village
What People Are Saying About BELLAVITAE
The Editor
Erin Behan
Citysearch
The Scene – Wide planks cover the floor, specialty olive oil and vinegar line the walls, and two communal bars bookend the homey, down-to-earth dining room. Servers with a passion for food deftly guide the mostly 30-and-over crowd through the wine and food menus. – – The Food – The flexible menu allows for light bites or a multicourse feast. Start with mild Nocellara olives, then move to crunchy fried meatballs that pop in the mouth, or figs wrapped in smokey pancetta, bursting with honeyed sweetness. The fragrant trofie (thin twists of pasta) with green beans and…
11/18/09
Terrible Terrible Experience!
by JamesK2009 at Citysearch
I want to make my point clear. I went to eat there with my friends one night. The food was decent and we were enjoying a bottle of wine.
However, the wait staff didn't do anything. They just stood around to chat.
Worst of all was the owner.
We had a complaint and I asked for the manager. What I get is the owner of Bellavitae in his chef's jacket screaming at me, ready to fight.
I was truly offended by his irrational act.
I figure, this happened randomly to me. However, I'm one of many paying customers who pays for his tiny restaurant to stay open.
This place is unacceptable.
- Pros: Good Food
- Cons: Owner screams at paying customers!
08/23/09
Too many other great places to go out there
by shert at Citysearch
With so many great Italian places out there, we are throwing this one out. It was ok...just ok. It has a cute hole in the wall feel, but that's all it had. The food was mediocre, the service was slow, and the location was so close to the West Village spectrum of great restaurants it didn't really make sense to us to come back. We had the papparedelle and I can't even remember what else.
06/25/09
Always a source for great food
by Dirman at Citysearch
We've always found Bellavitae to be a reliable choice when in the mood for simple, authentic Italian dishes made with the freshest seasonal ingredients.
Fried Meatballs and crostoni with gorgonzola and honey are favorites. Figs are a must have when they are in season. Lots of small plates make up a wonderful meal and they have a pretty amazing wine list (again with small artisinal providers from Italy). We've always been guided to some new choices in wine whenever we go.
Looks like service is specifically designed to be casual and it seems that whoever is closest when the food is ready is the one to deliver it. Has been on our list of go to places for a while and recent visits have certainly not disappointed.
- Pros: Fresh and authentic food, cozy atmosphere
- Cons: Be prepared to pay for the quality
The Details on BELLAVITAE
What to Drink:
For an inexpensive light red wine with intense flavor, try Brancaia's Tre ($36), a blend of sangiovese, merlot and cabernet.
The Extras:
The olive oils and other Italian ingredients lining the walls are for sale--turn the menu over for prices. Of note is the 100-year-old balsamic ($500).
Where to Sit:
Stop by even if you haven't reserved a table--there's usually plenty of room at the bar.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard, Debit Card
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Hidden Find, Date Spot, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List, Bar Scene
