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(248) 494-7110
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Old-world bar/eatery offering Italian mains with a twist & homemade desserts, plus an outdoor patio.
Website
http://www.bellapiattirestaurant.com/
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Open hours today: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
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5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Wednesday
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thursday
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday
5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
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May 20, 2026 11:44 pm local time
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joe31400
December 16, 2023 at 6:32 pmThis place has great food and is great for any occasion or special event. Our server Colin was great and had some very good recommendations for food. I asked if they had any pasta with a vodka based sauce and he mentioned they can put something together, and it was very good. The starters were okay, but the main courses were all great. All their pastas are good, and their chicken piccata is by far one of the best I’ve ever had. Besides the place being very small and everyone sitting next to each other, the food makes up for it and so does the service. I’ll definitely come again.
Krissy Doyle
June 28, 2025 at 12:12 amThis was my favorite place in Birmingham…we celebrated several milestones here with amazing food and service. The last 3 times I’ve tried to pop in have been beyond disappointing. This winter my husband and I stopped by for a last minute date night at the bar only to be told where we should sit to maximize seating at the bar. We were told we could not sit where we wanted based on maximum seating for other guests to join. We begrudgingly applied to the bartender’s snide request and continued to watch her tell other parties where and how to sit…never have I ever experienced this. We said if they get busy we would move to accommodate other patrons, but they insisted we move. We watched a group of 8 try to sit around the bar to her parameters and then quickly realize they did not want to spend any more time there. We ran into that same group at Hyde Park where we all went to eat and have drinks. The second time we tried to pop into dinner we were rudely turned away by the hostess. The third and final straw for us was tonight at 5:15 pm…we popped in to the bar only to be told they were completely full. We inquired if they take reservations for the bar and they said no, it is only for regulars. I hope the regular crowd is worth it for them because I adored this restaurant and now I would not ever recommend it to anyone.
Rachael B
July 17, 2025 at 12:25 amBella Piatti is everything you want in a family-owned Italian restaurant — warm, inviting, and absolutely unforgettable. The atmosphere is cozy and elegant, with the perfect balance of charm and sophistication that makes you feel instantly at home.
The food is truly incredible. From the first bite of the house-made pasta to the last spoonful of dessert, everything is crafted with care and authenticity. The dry-aged steak is a standout — cooked to perfection, rich in flavor, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. It’s one of the best I’ve ever had.
And don’t even think about skipping dessert — every option is decadent and delicious.
Bella Piatti is a place you’ll want to come back to again and again — whether for a date night, family dinner, or special celebration. A true gem!
Kristina Adams
July 20, 2025 at 9:23 pmAlways a great experience with great food. This was our third time eating here. We invited my sister-in-law and brother-in-law to join us and had a great time. They enjoyed their food as well. I LOVE the spaghetti busara. My husband had the roasted quail and mushroom risotto, and that was really good. They really only need to have one quail for that meal rather than two. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law both had a fish dish and they enjoyed them. Our appetizers were all really good. We had a little leftover of the calamari that my sister-in-law took home for our 13 year old nephew to try (as he had wanted to try calamari), and he really liked it, and now he wants to go to Bella Piatti. 🙂
So, definitely another great experience, and of course we will definitely go back yet again. 🙂Bobby Diehl
July 30, 2025 at 4:41 amThe food- magnificent
The service (once you get seated)- amazing!
The environment- may be a little packed, but incredible decor and solid vibeThe hostess (older lady) – not friendly if it’s your first time- was rude to my girlfriend the moment she walked in, and felt the need to come to our table and interrupt our conversation to emphasize we were late for our reservation after we had already apologized… and that is why we will most likely not spend our money here again… we wanted to find something more upscale to be our regular Tuesday date night, and her attitude isn’t that. I am sure she is great with the regulars, but if this is going to be your first time, don’t bother unless you want unpleasant vibes.
joe31400
December 16, 2023 at 6:32 pmThis place has great food and is great for any occasion or special event. Our server Colin was great and had some very good recommendations for food. I asked if they had any pasta with a vodka based sauce and he mentioned they can put something together, and it was very good. The starters were okay, but the main courses were all great. All their pastas are good, and their chicken piccata is by far one of the best I’ve ever had. Besides the place being very small and everyone sitting next to each other, the food makes up for it and so does the service. I’ll definitely come again.
Krissy Doyle
June 28, 2025 at 12:12 amThis was my favorite place in Birmingham…we celebrated several milestones here with amazing food and service. The last 3 times I’ve tried to pop in have been beyond disappointing. This winter my husband and I stopped by for a last minute date night at the bar only to be told where we should sit to maximize seating at the bar. We were told we could not sit where we wanted based on maximum seating for other guests to join. We begrudgingly applied to the bartender’s snide request and continued to watch her tell other parties where and how to sit…never have I ever experienced this. We said if they get busy we would move to accommodate other patrons, but they insisted we move. We watched a group of 8 try to sit around the bar to her parameters and then quickly realize they did not want to spend any more time there. We ran into that same group at Hyde Park where we all went to eat and have drinks. The second time we tried to pop into dinner we were rudely turned away by the hostess. The third and final straw for us was tonight at 5:15 pm…we popped in to the bar only to be told they were completely full. We inquired if they take reservations for the bar and they said no, it is only for regulars. I hope the regular crowd is worth it for them because I adored this restaurant and now I would not ever recommend it to anyone.
Rachael B
July 17, 2025 at 12:25 amBella Piatti is everything you want in a family-owned Italian restaurant — warm, inviting, and absolutely unforgettable. The atmosphere is cozy and elegant, with the perfect balance of charm and sophistication that makes you feel instantly at home.
The food is truly incredible. From the first bite of the house-made pasta to the last spoonful of dessert, everything is crafted with care and authenticity. The dry-aged steak is a standout — cooked to perfection, rich in flavor, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. It’s one of the best I’ve ever had.
And don’t even think about skipping dessert — every option is decadent and delicious.
Bella Piatti is a place you’ll want to come back to again and again — whether for a date night, family dinner, or special celebration. A true gem!
Kristina Adams
July 20, 2025 at 9:23 pmAlways a great experience with great food. This was our third time eating here. We invited my sister-in-law and brother-in-law to join us and had a great time. They enjoyed their food as well. I LOVE the spaghetti busara. My husband had the roasted quail and mushroom risotto, and that was really good. They really only need to have one quail for that meal rather than two. My brother-in-law and sister-in-law both had a fish dish and they enjoyed them. Our appetizers were all really good. We had a little leftover of the calamari that my sister-in-law took home for our 13 year old nephew to try (as he had wanted to try calamari), and he really liked it, and now he wants to go to Bella Piatti. 🙂
So, definitely another great experience, and of course we will definitely go back yet again. 🙂
Bobby Diehl
July 30, 2025 at 4:41 amThe food- magnificent
The service (once you get seated)- amazing!
The environment- may be a little packed, but incredible decor and solid vibe
The hostess (older lady) – not friendly if it’s your first time- was rude to my girlfriend the moment she walked in, and felt the need to come to our table and interrupt our conversation to emphasize we were late for our reservation after we had already apologized… and that is why we will most likely not spend our money here again… we wanted to find something more upscale to be our regular Tuesday date night, and her attitude isn’t that. I am sure she is great with the regulars, but if this is going to be your first time, don’t bother unless you want unpleasant vibes.