My husband brought me to Bella Monica this past Thursday night (10-30-08) for my birthday and we were completely astounded by the quality of food and service we were provided. We have been telling our friends and colleagues ever since about the exquisite meal we were served. The manager, bartender and waitress were extremely friendly and professional. We also loved that one of the chefs brought the food out hot! My husband ordered the pumpkin soup special for an appetizer and after his first bite he froze in place. He then slowly turned to me and said ""I think this is the best thing I have ever eaten"". I quickly asked the waitress for a spoon! When I tasted it, I had the same response. The flavor, texture and spice were perfection. We have eaten in restaurants from Tuscany to Thailand, and had never had that reaction before. We have eaten a lot of excellent food in our lives but that was superb. The rest of the meal was fantastic as well. I had the mussels with a wonderfully flavorful sauce that was soaked up with perfect, fresh and crispy bread. We were so full after the entrees that we thought we couldn't eat dessert, but when they brought us the complimentary Birthday Canoli with a candle in it, we tried it....and it was heaven! Fantastic coffee and espresso to go with it, too. They made my birthday meal one I will always remember!
Pros: Lovely outdoor seating with heaters, Gorgeous Italian Bartender!
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