Bella's Italian Cafe Menu With Prices & Happy Hour

Name: Bella's Italian Cafe
Address: 1413 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606, Tampa, FL, US
Telephone: (813) 254-3355
Price range: $

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1413 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Distance from central Tampa4.5 mi

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Hours of Operation

Monday11:30 AM–10:30 PM

Tuesday11:30 AM–10:30 PM

Wednesday11:30 AM–10:30 PM

Thursday11:30 AM–10:30 PM

Friday11:30 AM–12 AM

Saturday3 PM–12 AM

Sunday3–10:30 PM

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Happy Hour & Drinks

Updated August 2026

Cocktails & Happy Hour

Mon-Fri · 3 PM-6 PM

Cocktails

Bella-Rita

Sauza Conmemorativo, Grand Marnier, citrus—a Bella's tradition since 1986!

$13

'86

Prosecco, peach-infused Broker's gin, Lillet Blanc, peach bitters

$14

Italian Lemonade

Basil, Italicus, lemon, prosecco, Wheatley vodka

$13

Passione Viola

Passionfruit, EG Rosemary Lavender vodka, elderflower, peach, lime, bubbles

$15

Torino

Blend of Whistle Pig Piggy Back and High West Double Rye! 100% rye whiskies, decanter bitters, dark sugar, Fernet, Benedictine, lemon

$16

Il Tramonto

Corazon tequila, blood orange, golden falernum, orgeat, lemon, tiki bitters, pink salt

$14

Strawberry Fields

Strawberry, mint, lemon, gin and sparkling rosé

$12

Road Man

Dickel rye whiskey, Montenegro amaro, Aperol, Aztec chocolate bitters, orange zest

$15

Limoncello Spritz

Limoncello, prosecco, soda

$14

House Old Fashioned

Espresso Martini

Fresh espresso, Stoli Vanilla, Kahlúa

$15

Zero Proof

Basil Lemonata

Basil, lemon, sugar, soda, pink salt

Ginger-Berry

Strawberry, lemon, ginger

Peach Marie

Peach, rosemary, lemon, soda

Happy Hour Drink Specials

2-in-1 Bella-Rita

$13

Italian Lemonade

$10

2-in-1 House Red or White

Weekend Specials

Zuppa

Stuffed Pepper Soup

Crumbled sausage, ground beef, red and green peppers, savory tomato beef broth, orzo

Paste

Malfaldine Gorgonzola

Chicken, spinach, pepperoncini, Gorgonzola cream sauce, malfaldine pasta

$24

Dolce

Blanca Cake

Hazelnut crunch layered with chocolate sponge cake and vanilla cream, caramel drizzle

$12

Wine & Beer

Frizzante

Prosecco, Avissi

Veneto DOC: Clean and bright; crisp; soft, elegant bubbles; balance of floral notes and luscious fruit

Prosecco, Jeio, Cuvée Rosé

Veneto DOC: Delicate rose color; complex bouquet on the nose with scents of rose, hints of fresh fruits and lychees; full on the palate, with well-balanced acidity

Prosecco, Villa Sandi Il Fresco Brut

375 ml, Treviso DOC: Aromas of ripe golden apples, acacia, and honeysuckle. Dry, fresh and fruit-driven on the palate, with citrus and stone-fruit flavors

$28

Champagne, Moët Mini Rosé

187mL, Champagne, FR: To the nose: red fruits (wild strawberry, raspberry, cherry). Floral nuances of rose with a slight hint of pepper. On the palate, the juicy intensity of berries (strawberry, raspberry, redcurrant) and peach

$20

Champagne, Veuve Clicquot Brut

Champagne, FR: Aromatic notes of white and yellow fruits like pear, apple and peach; citrus fruits like mandarin and grapefruit; aromas of brioche. Structured by Pinot Noir; flavors of pear, peach and pastry

$110

Franciacorta, Berlucchi '61 Brut

Lombardy DOCG: 90% Chardonnay/10% Pinot Nero. Aromas of white wild flower, citrus and a whiff of bread crust. On the palate: white peach, Golden Delicious apple and lemon drop. A brioche note wraps up the finish. Franciacorta is made from the same grapes and in the same manner as French sparkling (i.e. Champagne)

Moscato Dolce, Cantina Colli Euganei

Veneto DOC: Refined but typically sweeter, with hints of exotic fruit

Rossi Italiani

Barbera d'Asti, Vietti

Piedmont DOCG: Ruby red color with mineral and vanilla notes. Medium-bodied; dry; crisp acidity; soft tannins. Balanced, with a red cherry finish

Montepulciano, Feudi d'Albe

Abruzzo DOP: Aroma reminiscent of wild berries and cherries with a hint of spice on the finish. Dry, with a hint of licorice

Chianti Classico Riserva, Castello Monsanto

Tuscany DOCG: 90% Sangiovese/%10 Canaiolo & Colorino. Rich, intense aromas of black cherry and spice. Full bodied with rich red berry fruit flavors and a tannic backbone

Sangiovese, Rubio

Tuscany IGT: Intensely fruity aromas; cherry, violet, and black currant; spicy notes. Well-structured and balanced, with pleasant tannins; berries and cherries

Nero d'Avola, Tareni

Sicily DOC: Floral notes of rose, blackberry and morello cherry. Hints of ripe sour cherry on the palate

Schiava, Kaltern

Alto Adige DOC: Nose of cherry and raspberry with bitter almond. Medium-bodied, very soft

Etna Rosso, Calcaneus

Etna DOC: An unoaked Sicilian red wine. Notes of red and black fruits, cherries and plums, mineral hints, lava and ground stone. Complex, supportive tannic texture

Super Tuscan, Ruffino, Modus

Tuscany IGT: 34% Sangiovese/33% Merlot/33% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of cherries, plums, blackberries with hints of spices, sweet tobacco and refined balsamic notes. Silky tannins; blackberry fruit and cocoa

Barbaresco, Batù

Piedmont DOCG: Violet, Rose petals, tobacco and deep red fruits married to forest floor. Structured and tannic

Cannonau, Salana

Sardegna DOC: Red cherry and strawberry compote on the nose. Bright cherry, cedar and mild smoke on the palate with mild acidity, delicate tannins and a very smooth finish

Brunello, Podere La Vigna

Montalcino DOCG: Nose of cherry, earth, tar, oak, dried porcini mushroom. Medium bodied; sour cherry, leather, oak, dried mushrooms, blood orange, candied orange rind, dates. Sour acidity; grippy fine grained tannins

Amarone della Valpolicella, Tuffo

Veneto DOCG: Full bodied, aromas of currant, blackberries, sweet almonds, hints of vanilla. Rich palate; silky tannins; long and lingering finish

Barolo, Monchiero Carbone

Piedmont DOCG: Strong spice aromas with floral and fruity hints. Full and well-structured on the palate with well-balanced tannins

$80

Bianchi Italiani

Gavi di Gavi, Marchese Luca Spinola

Piedmont DOCG: Delicate, floral bouquet. Fresh, pleasant and lively in the mouth. Citrus and slightly tropical

Roero Arneis, Rossello

Piedmont DOCG: Delicate fruity aroma and flavor. Intensity on the palate; honeysuckle, citrus and some tropicality

Pinot Grigio, Cantina Colli Euganei

Venezie DOC: Crisp and citrusy, this wine has a saline character with pure fruity sensations and soft aromatics

Rosato, Collefrisio

Abruzzo DOC: The bouquet has floral hints, fresh fruit, cherry and black cherry. A fruity palate of red strawberry and cherry with a slight salinity

Vermentino, Costamolino

Sardinia DOC: A fragrant mix of evergreen shrubs and herbs with aromas of pine and mint coupled with ripe stone fruit and sweet citrus. The vibrant palate finishes with lingering acidity

Catarratto, Lu Bancu

Monreale DOC: Nose of peaches, citrus fruits and elderflower. Freshness, acidity and richness with a touch of honey

Chardonnay, Guasti

Piedmont DOC: Delicate honeysuckle and lemon zest aroma. Fruity notes of yellow peach, apple, pineapple and citrus fruits, almonds and hazelnuts. Medium- to full-bodied wine; mineral taste; the right balance of acidity and a great long finish

Sangiovese Bianco, Duca di Saragnano

Toscana Bianco IGT: Fresh sour cherry and orange blossom aromas. Flavors of quince, apple, white currant with grapefruit and lime acidity

Rossi

Pinot Noir, Dante

Sonoma: Nose: raspberry, yellow plum and a hint of dried cranberry. Juicy, with flavors of red and yellow plum, rose petals and cardamom; French vanilla bean; lengthy finish

Pinot Noir, Charles Woodson, Intercept

Monterey: Garnet in color, with aromas of strawberry, pastry cream and nutmeg. Medium bodied with dusty fine-grained tannins and a long juicy finish

Malbec, Biutiful

Argentina: On the nose and palate: blueberry and wild strawberry, blue fruit, persimmon and Delicious apple. Medium bodied; un-oaked; silky tannins and a dusting of cocoa

Merlot, Selby

Sonoma: A delicious blend of dark cherry flavors with intense nutmeg and clove aromatics. An elegant Merlot with concentrated fruit on the front palate, a rich, velvety mouthfeel and a lingering chocolate finish

Red blend, Troublemaker, Blend #9

Central Coast: Syrah/Grenache/Zinfandel. Nose: jammy boysenberry and blackberry; a fresh hint of raspberry. On the palate: underlying tones of peppercorns, dried tobacco and roasted coffee. Velvety tannins; balanced acidity

Red blend, Taken

Napa: Cabernet/Zinfandel/Merlot/Petite Sirah. Aromas of tobacco, baking spice and cassis. On the palate are flavors of blackberry, dark cherry, ripe plum and pomegranate. Full; plush tannins; lengthy finish

Cabernet Sauvignon, Camelot

Santa Barbara County: Fragrant notes of black and red cherry, clove and cassis. Hints of sage, coffee and smoky oak. Flavors of dark fruits; black cherry and blackberry; chocolatey undertone. Firm tannins; long, lingering finish

Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan

Sonoma: Aromas of black cherry, graphite and blackberry; violet floral note. The palate is well balanced, blueberries, cassis and boysenberry; silky tannins from the French oak barrels. Dark fruit flavors; delicate acidity

Cabernet Sauvignon, Uppercut

Napa: Generous black cherry and blackberry aromas and flavors; complex hints of mocha, anise, tamari and mineral

Cabernet Sauvignon, Orin Swift Bloodlines

Napa: A blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon plus Syrah, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah. Aromas of boysenberry, black currant, black pepper, leather. Rich blackberry, lavender, dry tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon, Priest Ranch

Napa: Classic Napa Cabernet, aromas of fresh red cherries, black licorice and a touch of baking spices. The palate adds notes of chocolate-covered blueberries, fresh herbs and espresso. Silky tannins

Cabernet Sauvignon, Paul Hobbs, Crossbarn

Sonoma: Nose of red currant and ripe huckleberry; undertones of violet and aromatic dried herb. On the palate: juicy wild blackberry, Japanese plum, notes of tobacco leaf and baking spice. Richly textured; silky fine-grained tannins

$80

Cabernet Sauvignon, Nickel & Nickel, State Ranch

Napa: Powerful aromas of wild berries, violets and crushed stone. On the palate: blackberry, blueberry and cranberry flavors; cardamom, clove. Rich, velvety tannins

$162

Bianchi

Sauvignon Blanc, Stingray Bay

Marlborough, NZ: Aromas of passionfruit, white peach, lemon zest, gooseberry, minerality. Good mid-palate texture; grapefruit; ripe acidity

Riesling, Fess Parker

Santa Barbara County: Aromas of jasmine, lemon zest, orange blossom, white melon, lychee nut and white peach. Tropical flavors of passionfruit, pineapple, apricot, lychee nut and white peach. Juicy and lacy; apple sweetness on the finish

Chardonnay, Rodney Strong

Sonoma: Aromas of green apple, baked pear, lemon citrus and toasty brioche. On the palate, the baked fruit and toasty vanilla spices lead to a creamy, fresh acidity and well-balanced finish

Chardonnay, Sonoma-Cutrer

Sonoma: Aromas of stone fruit and apple blossom, honeydew, pineapple and subtle oak spice. On the palate, a blend of ripe pear and golden delicious apple; bright acidity and soft mid-palate; gentle barrel spice

Digestivi

Grappa, Nonino Vendemmia

Aromatic and floral with scents of pastry. Fruity flavors; scents of apricot, green apple, raisins

$12

Port, Graham's "Six Grapes," Special Old Vine

Floral scents, full of rockrose, menthol and anise. Rich, opulent, refreshing acidity. Mineral notes, black plum and liquorice. Soft, velvety and persistent finish

$10

Port, Graham's 20-Year Tawny

On the nose: 'nutty' character; mature fruit with hints of orange peel. On the palate: rich, softly sweet and smooth. Long, elegant finish

$16

Birre

Abita Amber Lager

Louisiana

Birra Corelli

Italy

Blue Moon Belgian White Ale

Colorado

Coppertail Brewing Co. Free Dive IPA

Tampa

Corona Premier

Mexico

Guinness Stout

Ireland

High Noon Vodka Seltzer

Flavors will vary

Michelob Ultra

Miller Lite

Peroni

Italy

Peroni 0.0

Italy

Strongbow Original Dry Cider

United Kingdom

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Bella's Italian Cafe Lunch Menu

Panini

Chicken Parmesan

Sautéed chicken breast topped with mozzarella, basil-tomato sauce and fresh grated parmesan on herb focaccia

$14

Vegan Chick'n Parmesan Panini

Sautéed Gardein Ultimate chick'n filet topped with plant-based mozzarella and basil-tomato sauce on herb focaccia. (Order Garlic Pasta Chips with Bruschetta Sauce or Steamed Broccoli for a vegan side.)

$14

Stromboli

Pizza dough filled with ham, soppressata, pepperoni, fontina, red and green peppers and diced tomato

$14

Caprese

Fresh mozzarella, fresh basil leaves and vine-ripened beefsteak tomatoes with pesto on herb focaccia

Grilled Chicken

Chicken breast topped with swiss, lettuce, tomato and onion. Served on herb focaccia with spicy honey-mustard sauce

$13

Bella's Italian Cafe Our Menu

Antipasti

Carpaccio

Best in Tampa! Marinated paper-thin tenderloin served chilled with caponata aioli: A blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, finely chopped eggplant, roasted red pepper, garlic, olives, capers and basil. Topped with shaved Parmesan and a sprinkling of cracked pepper and parsley. Served with garlic butter croutons

$25

Mussels

Steamed in saffron and garlic shrimp stock; served with croutons

$14

Formaggio al Forno

Baked goat cheese in reduced bruschetta sauce; served with buttered croutons for dipping

$13

Scampi Scampi

Gulf-water shrimp sautéed with garlic, scallions, crushed red pepper and tomatoes; reduced in a dry vermouth and shrimp-stock sauce. Served with buttered croutons for dipping

$17

Burrata Pomodoro

Roasted grape tomatoes, garlic, pesto, balsamic pearls

$18

Fritti di Calamari

Rhode Island calamari dusted in seasoned flour and deep fried; served with reduced bruschetta sauce

Melanzana Parmigiana

Eggplant layered with ricotta, Romano and Parmesan cheeses. Baked with reduced bruschetta sauce and mozzarella

$14

Bruschetta

["brew-SKET-ah." In Italian, 'ch' is generally pronounced 'k,' as in Chianti'.] The Neapolitan version of classic Roman garlic bread. Slices of bread brushed with olive oil and toasted dark on the grill, then topped with our fresh bruschetta sauce of diced plum tomatoes, garlic, onions, parsley and basil

Zuppe

Panna d'Aragosta

Creamy lobster bisque with flavors of saffron, tarragon and thyme; topped with puff pastry and baked. Finished table side with a garnish of caviar and sour cream

Pasta e Fagioli

Classic Italian pasta and bean soup with bacon, onion, ham, celery, garlic and tomato

Pizze

Meatball

Bella's house-made meatballs, onion and red and green peppers with mozzarella

$24

Margherita

Mozzarella, Parmesan and tomato sauce with fresh basil. The closest thing to an "American" pizza. You can have it plant-based too!

Capua

Italian sausage, onion and mushrooms with mozzarella

$17

Genoa

Rich and flavorful, with pesto, ricotta, Romano and mozzarella. A great appetizer for a small group, or a meal in itself

$19

Pazzo Pazzo

Italians would call this a "crazy crazy" pizza; too many ingredients! But we Americans love it. Pepperoni, sausage, pepperoncini, onion and mushrooms topped with mozzarella

$21

Sole

Sun-dried tomato pesto, goat cheese, kalamata olives, capers, grape tomatoes

$12

Tre Funghi

Porcini, portobello and button mushroom mix with Asiago and mozzarella

$19

Americano

Pepperoni, onion and mushrooms with mozzarella

$17

Salsiccia Vegano

Beyond Meat Italian sausage, onion, mushrooms and spinach with plant-based mozzarella

$20

Create Your Own Pizza

Insalate

Bella's Cafe

Romaine topped with carrot, shredded red cabbage, ripe tomato, kalamata olives and zucchini slices. Choice of vinaigrette, ranch or balsamic vinaigrette dressing

Bella's Famous Chopped

A Tampa favorite. Finely chopped chicken breast, crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, shredded red cabbage, gorgonzola, ditali pasta and romaine all tossed in Dijon vinaigrette

Caesar

Made traditionally with a dressing of only the finest ingredients: olive oil, garlic, Worcestershire, mustard, lemon juice, egg and finely ground anchovy paste; tossed with shredded parmesan, croutons and hand-torn romaine

$14

Insalata Mista

Romaine tossed with shredded red cabbage, hearts of palm, artichoke hearts, pimiento and parmesan; dressed in creamy vinaigrette

$16

Secondi

Vitello Marsala

Veal scallopini sautéed in creamy marsala and mushroom sauce

$42

Vitello Piccata

Flour-dusted veal scallopini sautéed in a lemon, caper and white-wine butter sauce

$42

Vitello Parmigiana

Sautéed veal scallopini topped with basil-tomato sauce, mozzarella and parmesan cheeses

$42

Nate's Veal

Veal scallopini breaded in Romano cheese and sautéed golden brown. Topped with mozzarella and crispy prosciutto and served in creamy marsala mushroom sauce with sautéed spinach

$45

Pollo o Vitello Romano

Your choice of two chicken breasts or veal scallopini breaded in Romano cheese and sautéed golden brown. Topped with lemon-basil butter and artichoke

Pollo Marsala

Two chicken breasts sautéed in creamy marsala and mushroom sauce

$28

Pollo Piccata

Two flour-dusted chicken breasts sautéed in a lemon, caper and white-wine butter sauce

$28

Pollo Parmigiana

Two sautéed chicken breasts topped with basil-tomato sauce, mozzarella and parmesan cheeses

$28

Nate's Chicken

Two chicken breasts breaded in Romano cheese and sautéed golden brown. Topped with mozzarella and crispy prosciutto and served in creamy marsala mushroom sauce with sautéed spinach

$36

Pollo alla Giovanna

Two chicken breasts breaded in Romano cheese and sautéed golden brown with mozzarella. Served in light basil-tomato cream sauce with bits of prosciutto

$31

Hockey Chicken

Created by Steven Stamkos! Two sautéed chicken breasts topped with mozzarella. Served with roasted-tomato cream sauce over angel hair

$30

Calabrese

Chicken or black grouper lightly floured and sautéed in a sauce of basil-tomato, red wine, onions, garlic, capers, black olives and crushed red pepper

Grouper Piccata

Flour-dusted black grouper sautéed in a lemon, caper and white-wine butter sauce

$37

Salmon al Forno

Maple-amaretto glazed salmon baked on a cedar plank in the oak-fired oven

$26

Plant-Based

Beyond Sal Al

Beyond Meat Italian sausage, mushrooms, basil-tomato sauce, penne, plant-based mozzarella

$23

Fusilli alla Zozzona

House-made bolognese of eggplant and portobello mushrooms, slightly spicy, tossed with fusilli

$21

Rigatoni del Campo

Rigatoni, olive oil, roasted grape tomatoes, garlic, mushrooms, peas, broccoli, red onion, kalamata olives, Gardein Ultimate chick'n filet

$24

Vegan Chick'n Parmesan

Two lightly breaded Gardein Ultimate chick'n filets sautéed and topped with plant-based mozzarella and basil-tomato sauce. Served with your choice of side (order Steamed Broccoli or Penne with Basil-Tomato Sauce for a vegan side)

$24

Paste delle Casa

Pollo o Grouper Rosso

Chunks of chicken breast or Black grouper reddened with hot spices and "blackened" in a very hot pan; sautéed with scallions and mushrooms, then reduced in creamy basil-tomato sauce with fresh tomato and tossed with fettuccine

Pera Sachet

Pasta 'purses' filled with pear, robiola, ricotta and parmesan cheeses. Served in creamy saffron sauce with peas and prosciutto

$26

Spaghetti and Meatballs

An all-American favorite. A flavorful mixture of ground beef, prosciutto, soppressata (a lean pork salami), Romano cheese, garlic and herbs. Served over spaghetti with reduced bruschetta sauce and garnished with parmesan and parsley

$27

Ravioli Verde

Spinach pasta filled with spinach, ricotta and Swiss cheese; tossed in your choice of sauce

$23

Bistecca Gorgonzola

Beef filet tips sautéed with shallots and asparagus then tossed in gorgonzola cream sauce with starburst pasta

$32

Lasagne Napoletana

Four-cheese lasagne of ricotta, mozzarella, fontina and parmesan. Topped with basil-tomato or bolognese sauce

Pollo Milano

Chunks of chicken breast in a sauce of roasted garlic, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh sage. Served over starburst pasta with a garnish of reduced balsamic vinegar and a fresh sage leaf

$26

Confetti Spaghetti

A colorful South Tampa favorite. Spaghetti tossed in creamy basil-tomato sauce with fresh tomato, bacon, garlic, onions, basil, parsley and green peas

$21

Sun-dried Pesto Rigatoni

Tossed with chicken breast, pepperoncini, fresh spinach and heavy cream

$24

Salsiccia al Forno

Italian sausage tossed with penne, mushrooms and ricotta in creamy basil-tomato sauce; topped with mozzarella and baked

$24

Pasta il Mare

Gulf-water shrimp and scallops sautéed with roasted mushrooms and leeks in roasted-tomato cream sauce. Tossed with fusilli

$29

Create Your Own Combination

Basil Tomato

Plum tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, parsley and basil. Fresh and simple

$16

Bolognese

A rich sauce of ground beef, onions, celery, carrots and garlic; simmered for five hours with white wine, milk and ground plum tomatoes

$21

Alfredo

Thick and rich, with heavy cream, garlic, parmesan and Romano cheeses and a dash of nutmeg

$19

Bruschetta

A bit heavier than basil-tomato, with diced plum tomatoes, garlic, onions, parsley and basil

$18

Pesto

Classic pesto of pureed fresh basil, parsley, garlic, olive oil, parmesan, Romano and pine nuts

$19

Roasted-Tomato Cream

An intensely flavored puree of roasted plum tomatoes, herbs and heavy cream

$18

Aglio e Olio

Olive oil, butter and garlic tossed with fresh parsley

$14

Sun-dried Pesto

$19

Dolci

Vesuvio

Molten bittersweet Belgian chocolate "oozes" from inside an intensely rich warm chocolate cake. Dusted with powdered sugar and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream

$12

Raspberry Crème Brûlée

Vanilla-bean custard with sweet raspberries topped with a thin, crispy shell of caramelized sugar

$10

Cannoli

A traditional filling of sweetened ricotta and chocolate chips with a hint of Grand Marnier in a chocolate-dipped shell

Tiramisu

"Pick me up" ~ The classic Italian dessert with layers of lady fingers, zabaglione (Marsala-flavored custard), espresso whipped cream and mascarpone (sweet, buttery cheese) topped with whipped cream and warm chocolate sauce

$12

Affogato

A scoop of vanilla ice cream served with a shot of espresso

For the Bambini

Kids Penne with Basil Tomato

Kids Spaghetti with Butter

Kids Cheese Pizza

Bibite

Coke

Diet Coke

Coke Zero Sugar

Sprite

Minute Maid Lemonade

Ginger Ale

Club Soda

Tonic

San Pellegrino Sparkling Water

Panna Still Water

Tea

Coffee

Espresso

Cappuccino

Aranciata

Sicilian blood orange soda

Bella's Italian Cafe Late Night Menu

Antipasti

Carpaccio

Marinated paper-thin tenderloin served chilled with caponata aioli. Topped with shaved parmesan and a sprinkling of cracked pepper and parsley. Served with garlic butter croutons

$25

Bruschetta

Slices of grilled bread topped with our fresh bruschetta sauce of diced plum tomatoes, garlic, onions, parsley and basil

Pizze

Margherita

Mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil

Capua

Italian sausage, onion, mushrooms, mozzarella

Genoa

Pesto, ricotta, Romano, mozzarella

Pazzo Pazzo

Pepperoni, sausage, pepperoncini, onion, mushrooms, mozzarella

Tre Funghi

Porcini, portobello and button mushroom mix, asiago, mozzarella

Paulie Special

Pepperoni, sausage, ricotta, mushrooms, onions, mozzarella

Americano

Pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, mozzarella

Margherita Vegano

Plant-based mozzarella, fresh basil

Salciccia Vegano

Beyond Meat hot Italian sausage, onion, mushrooms, spinach, plant-based mozzarella

Insalate

Bella's Cafe

Romaine topped with carrot, shredded red cabbage, ripe tomato and zucchini slices. Choice of vinaigrette, ranch or balsamic vinaigrette

Bella's Famous Chopped

Finely chopped chicken breast, crumbled bacon, diced tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, shredded red cabbage, gorgonzola, ditali pasta and romaine all tossed in dijon vinaigrette

Caesar

Made traditionally with olive oil, garlic, Worcestershire, mustard, lemon juice, egg and finely ground anchovy paste; tossed with shredded parmesan, croutons and hand-torn romaine

$14

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is happy hour at Bella's Italian Cafe?

Happy hour at Bella's Italian Cafe is Mon-Fri 3 PM-6 PM.

What are the happy hour specials at Bella's Italian Cafe?

Bella's Italian Cafe offers: 2-for-1 drinks, $10 Old Fashioned/Italian Lemonade. $3+ appetizers, $7 pizza

Does Bella's Italian Cafe have food specials during happy hour?

Yes, Bella's Italian Cafe offers food specials during happy hour: $3+ appetizers, $7 pizza

Does Bella's Italian Cafe have a cocktail or drinks menu?

Yes. Bella's Italian Cafe lists 77 drinks on this page under Cocktails & Happy Hour, Wine & Beer. Bella-Rita $13, '86 $14, Italian Lemonade $13.

What food does Bella's Italian Cafe serve?

Bella's Italian Cafe publishes Our Menu, Lunch, Late Night, Weekend Specials, 106 dishes. Dishes start at $6.

Where is Bella's Italian Cafe located?

Bella's Italian Cafe is located at 1413 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606.

Is Bella's Italian Cafe good for groups?

Bella's Italian Cafe is an italian restaurant in Tampa. For large groups, we recommend calling ahead at (813) 254-3355 to check availability during happy hour.

What type of restaurant is Bella's Italian Cafe?

Bella's Italian Cafe is an italian restaurant located in Tampa, FL. They offer happy hour specials Mon-Fri.