Bella Trattoria Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Bella Trattoria, a pasta shop located in San Francisco, is an experience filled with authentic Italian flavors and exceptional service. From Mortadella E Burrata to Nero Di Seppia, each dish is carefully crafted to transport you to Italy with every bite. The menu offers a variety of options, including Pescatarian and Vegan choices, catering to diverse palates. Happy Hour specials at the full bar add to the delightful dining experience, complemented by the cozy ambiance and attentive staff. Whether you try the squid ink pasta, traditional spaghetti, or the house wine on tap, each dish is a delicious adventure. Don't miss out on the complementary lemon sorbet or the house-made bread with olive oil. Bella Trattoria is a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable Italian dining experience.
Soft Drinks
Sparkling Water
Effervescent, refreshing water with a lively burst of bubbles.
Italian Aranciata (Orange) Soda San Pellegrino
Italian Limonata (Lemon) Soda San Pellegrino
Bellini Peach Soda
A refreshing Italian soda made with peach puree, offering a sweet and fruity taste reminiscent of the classic Bellini cocktail.
Antipasto Misto
Grilled eggplant, zucchini, salumi, olives, and fior di latte mozzarella.
Suppli Napoletana
Fried arborio risotto balls (), stuffed wirh mozzarella, served with garlic-aioli. Extra piece for an additional charge.
Burrata Con Prosciutto
Prosciutto di parma, burrata, d'anjou pears, Persian cucumbers, late harvest cherry tomatoes, croutons, & chopped asparagus with barbera novello EVOO.
Menestra E' Verdure
Serves . Lentil vegetable minestrone, garlic croutons, and grana padano.
Polenta Di Bella
Baked polenta, Gorgonzola, and sauteed crimini mushrooms.
Polpette Della Casa
Beef & pork meatballs, chopped eggplant & zucchini, tomato sugo, and grana padana.
Carciofi Alla Griglia
Grilled artichokes with garlic, lemon and served with aioli & arugula.
Bruschetta Ca' Pummarola
Grilled bread, chopped marinated tomatoes, fior di latte mozzarella, basil, and EVOO.
Nzalata Romana (For )
Baby hearts of romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, croutons, and anchovie-lemon EVOO. Add anchovies for an additional charge.
Spinaci Caldi
Warm spinach salad, candied almonds, pecorino romano, and dried cranberries.
Tricolore
Arugula, mixed greens, grilled artichokes, and olives with balsamic dressing.
Cavoletti E Cavolfiore
Roasted brussel sprouts, cauliflower, anchovy-lemon-cream, and year old guisti balsamic vinaigrette. Add pancetta for an additional charge.
Olive Della Zia
Marinated Mediterranean house olives.
Garlic Bread
House Bread, Garlic Butter Parsley
Antipasti - Per Cominciare
Pasta - Pasta Fatta in Casa
Spaghetti All' Arrabbiata
Fresh spaghetti, San Marzano D.O.P sugo, garlic, diced onions, shallots, & Calabrian chili peppers.
Carbonara Sbagliata
(Our version - which is very wrong) fettuccine, pancetta, pecorino, and egg sugo (no cream, no butter - no substitutions).
It's Not Carbonara
Fettuccine with sauteed butternut squash, sliced brussels sprouts, pecorino romano, tossed with farm egg sugo & topped with crispy Brussels sprouts & drizzled with giusti year old balsamic vinegar (no cream, no butter, & no modifications).
Lobster Ravioli
Seafood ragu of shrimp & scallops served on a bed of lobster ravioli, and mascarpone cream with tartufato.
Amatriciana
Bigoli fresh pasta (thick spaghetti), guanciale (pork jowl), pecorino, San Marzano D.O.P tomato sugo.
Pappardelle Spinaci Con Burro
Flat ribbon spinach pasta, pork sausage, tartufata, and butter sugo. Topped with breadcrumbs.
Ravioli Di Piselli
Asiago-split pea ravioli, pancetta, peas, pecorino, and mascarpone bechamel.
Pasta Alla Norcina
Baked penne, marinated chicken, sundried tomatoes, and crimini mushroom sugo. Sub ground Italian sausage for an extra charge.
Maccurun Ca Salsiccia
House-made rigatoni, Italian sausage, tomato-cream sugo, and peas.
Linguine Con Vongole
Linguine, Manila clams, chopped eggplant & zucchini, and white wine garlic sugo.
La Puttanesca
Spaghetti, tuna conserva, Mediterranean olives, and anchovy San Marzano D.O.P. Tomato sugo.
Gnocchi Di Spinaci Con Gorgonzola
Gluten free. Potato-spinach gnocchi Gorgonzola bechamel, crimini mushrooms & tartuffata.
Sorrentina
Gluten free. Potato gnocchi, Italian sausage, tomato sugo, and fresh mozzarella.
Gnocchi Nero Di Seppia
Gluten free. Squid-ink gnocchi, chopped shrimp, sauteed spinach, and mascarpone cream.
Gnocchi - Gnocchi Fatti a Mano
Secondi - Main Dishes
Tagliata Al Gorgonzola
Grilled hanger steak, crimini mushrooms, brandy Gorgonzola cream served with sauteed spinach & roasted potatoes.
Cotoletta Di Pollo
Breaded chicken cutlet, caper piccata, arugula, and grana padano.
La Parmigiana
Grilled eggplant, fior di latte mozzarella, San Marzano tomato sugo, and sauteed spinach. Add burrata for an extra charge.
Tiramisu
Contains nuts. Lady fingers dipped in espresso with Kahlua and layered with mascarpone.
Cannolo
Sicilian cannoli shell (), ferarra ricotta cream with chocolate chips, and shaved orange zest.
Panna Cotta
Smooth and creamy panna cotta topped with a vibrant berry compote and thinly sliced persimmon.
Bomboloni
Contains nuts. () warm Italian donuts filled with Nutella.