F r i t t i + Co .

Calamari fritti 17 Lightly fried calamari with salt, pepper and chilli aioli or sweet chilli sauce

Arancini dello chef Serves 4 18 Ask our staff about our chef’s proposal for the arancini

Polenta Chips Serves 6 16 Deep fried polenta chips served with cheese and mushroom sauce

Frittatine di zucchini and onion GF 17 Zucchini and onion Italian frittata served on salad

Cavolfiore fritto 16 Fried crumbed cauliflower served with taleggio sauce

Le Polpette (Mamma’s Recipe) GF on request 17 Beef & pork meatballs served with house-made bread

Gamberi al Brandy GF 21 Pan fried prawns with garlic, fresh parsley and brandy, served on salad

Salumi e Formaggi Serves 2, GF on request 24 Chef’s selection of Italian cured meat and cheese served with house-made bread

Marinated Mixed Olives GF 8

C a r n e & P e s c e

Lella Porchetta GF 30 5 hour slow roast pork belly stuffed with onion, apple, pancetta and herbs. Served with mash potato and rocket salad

Scaloppina di pollo alla cacciatora GF 26 Chicken breast fillets cooked with olives, cherry tomatoes, oregano and napoletana sauce with greens

Scaloppina Valdostana GF 34 Eye fillet veal scaloppina with speck, fontina cheese, mixed mushrooms, served with mash potatoes

Pesce del giorno MP Ask our staff about the seafood specials

Co n to r n i E I n sa l at e

Caprese salad GF 15 Tomato, buffalo mozzarella, balsamic glaze and basil oil

Garden salad GF 14 Mixed leaves, tomatoes, olives, red onion, capsicum, balsamic glaze

Pear and rocket salad GF 14 Rocket, pear, walnuts, pecorino cheese, balsamic glaze

Veggies GF 11 Steamed fresh mixed vegetables

Fries with parmesan cheese and truffle aioli 9

Bringing a bit of Italy to Newcastle

MENU BY EXECUTIVE CHEF NICO GENTILE

DIRECTOR ANDREA DAZZI

HEAD CHEF ROHAN WILLIAMS

Andrea Dazzi moved to Australia in 2009 from the beautiful region of Taormina in Sicily. While working for many years in hospitality he built his career in Italy, based on a passion for food and wine. The Italian culture and tradition are a big part of his life which he tries to share with his customers and Australian friends.

He met Nico 10 years ago and within a short time they became good friends. The idea to create a new Italian spot in Newcastle was talked about, but it was only in 2019 their dreams became a reality.

Bella Italia opened its doors in May 2019. Unique, traditional and passionate are just three of the characteristics of this niche restaurant in the heart of Newcastle.

Nico Gentile is from Lake Como in the North of Italy. His background in food began at a young age, where he learnt to cook in his family business. His passion for food grew in Australia as head chef in some very well-known Italian restaurants in Sydney. Defining Nico’s cuisine is very simple . . . Authentic and traditional.

Pa n e & F o c acc i A

Pane di casa with balsamic and olive oil 8

Pane all’Aglio 7 The Italian garlic bread

Bruschetta al pomodoro 2 slices, Vegan 10 House-made bread, diced tomatoes, red onion, garlic, oregano and balsamic glaze

Garlic Crust Vegan 12 Add cheese 2

Pizza Marinara Vegan 15 Tomato, garlic and oregano

Pa s ta & G n o cc h i

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GF Available +3.5

Gnocchi alla boscaiola House-made potato gnocchi with mushroom, pancetta, parmesan cheese and fresh parsley

Gnocchi al gorgonzola House-made potato gnocchi with creamy gorgonzola sauce and a scent of truffle

Gnocchi funghi e salsiccia House-made potato gnocchi with mushroom, Italian sausage and rosemary on a creamy sauce

Tagliatelle al ragu House-made tagliatelle with our authentic ragù bolognese

Strozzapreti al beef brisket Pasta strozzapreti served with our 18 hours slow cooked beef brisket ragù and napoletana sauce

Strozzapreti al ragu di funghi Pasta strozzapreti with mixed mushroom ragu in napoletana sauce with a touch of cream

Linguine alla marinara Linguine with fresh seafood mix, confit cherry tomatoes and napoletana sauce

Risotto Ai Funghi Porcini GFRisotto with mixed porcini mushrooms, parmesan cheese & fresh parsley. Our risotto is served "Al Dente" as in Italy. Let staff know if you would prefer it cooked to your liking.

Cannelloni Ricotta e spinaci House-made cannelloni stuffed with ricotta cheese and spinach, in napoletana sauce and béchamel

Bella Lasagna The real traditional lasagna with bolognese sauce, béchamel, mozzarella and lots of parmesan cheese, served with salad

M e n u D e i P i cco l i

Choose one meal + ice cream for dessert 12

PASTA Choose from:Linguine bolognese, Linguine al formaggio, Linguine napoletana

PIZZA Choose from:Margherita, Ham and pineapple, Ham & Cheese or Mozzarella

Cotoletta di pollo 15Chicken schnitzel served with fries

GF base + 4.5 GF base + 4.5

Where you are always welcome

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W E A R E H A P P Y T O S P L I T B I L L S – M A X I M U M 2 C A R D S

Phone 4927 8050info@bellaitaliaristorante.com.au

545 Hunter St, Newcastle West NSW 2302bellaitaliaristorante.com.au

P i z z e

TOMATO BASE

Alice Tomato, mozzarella, salsiccia, pancetta, salami 23

Calzone (folded pizza) Tomato, mozzarella, ham, salami, mushroom 21

Diavola Tomato, mozzarella, hot salami, mixed mushrooms, basil 24

Margherita Tomato, fior di latte mozzarella, fresh basil 18

Regina Tomato, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil 23

Napoli Tomato, mozzarella, anchovies, oregano 20

Parma Tomato, mozzarella, rocket, prosciutto, shaved parmesan 24

Andrea Tomato, mozzarella, ham, mushroom, mild salami 23

Hawaiian Tomato, mozzarella, ham, pineapple 21

Vegetariana Tomato, mozzarella, vegetables 22

Norma Tomato, mozzarella, fried eggplant, dried ricotta 22

Roby Tomato, mozzarella, ham, truffle oil, 24 mixed porcini mushrooms, parmesan

Gamberi Tomato, mozzarella, prawns, rocket 25

Calabrese Tomato, mozzarella, hot salami, nduja, olives, red onion 23

Capricciosa Tomato, mozzarella, mushroom, ham, artichoke, 24 olives, oregano

Italian Stallion Tomato, mozzarella, gorgonzola, sausage, hot salami 25

Bobo32 Tomato, mozzarella, pork belly, ham, salami, pancetta 25

Pork Belly Pesto base, mozzarella, diced porchetta, rocket, 24 balsamic glaze

MOZZARELLA BASE

Mi Scusi Mozzarella, truffle, speck, taleggio cheese 25

Amore Mio Truffle base, mozzarella, potatoes, pancetta 24

Quattro Formaggi Mozzarella, gorgonzola, taleggio, pecorino 22

Bella Italia Mozzarella, prosciutto, crudo, buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil 26

Bimba Mozzarella, potatoes, rosemary 22

Funghi Mozzarella, mixed mushrooms, shaved parmesan 22

Annina Buffalo mozzarella, ham, mild salami, corn, capsicum 25

Zuccona Mozzarella, pumpkin, rocket, pine nuts, goats cheese 22

Achille Mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, speck, pancetta, burrata cheese 26

ADDITIONS (ask staff for extras)

Prawns | Prosciutto 5

Ham | Mushrooms | Salami 3

Anchovies | Olives | Onion | Pineapple 2

V e g a n M e n u

Zucchini Flower (entrée) 21Zucchini flower stuffed with vegan ricotta and mint

Funghi Ripieni GF (entrée) 15Portobello mushrooms stuffed with veggies and cheese

Melanzane alla parmigiana GF on request 22Deep fried eggplant, baked in napoletana sauce with vegan cheese served with house-made bread

Risotto Ai Funghi Porcini (Vegan) GF 26 Risotto with mixed porcini mushrooms & fresh parsley Our risotto is served "Al Dente" as in Italy. Let staff know if you would prefer it cooked to your liking.

Strozzapreti al ragu di funghi (Vegan) 25Pasta strozzapreti with mushroom ragù in a pink sauce

Pizza Verdure 22 Tomato, notzarella, grilled zucchini, grilled capsicum, olives, eggplant and mushrooms

Pizza Zucca 23 Pumpkin, notzarella, rocket and pine nuts

Pizza Funghi (Vegan) 23 Notzarella, mixed mushrooms and truffle oil

Pizza Campagnola 22 Notzarella, pumpkin, red capsicum, onion and oregano

Pizza Norma (Vegan) 23 Tomato, notzarella, fried eggplants, house-made soy ricotta and fresh basil

MargheVita 18 Tomato, notzarella and fresh basil

Gnocchetti di pizza with caramel sauce 12 Fried dough with a coconut, caramel sauce

Budino al cioccolato 12 Italian Chocolate Pudding

Function Catering Available

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