Place Category: Cafe, Catering, Desserts, Italian, Outside Dining, Sandwiches, and SponsoredPlace Tags: Dog Friendly Patio
Rooted in Italy. Reimagined in San Francisco.
Bella Café is the shared vision of Carlo Salvatore and Nila Norero—blending Italian soul with more than 20 years of experience in hospitality, design, and business.
Carlo, born and raised in Sicily, brings the true spirit of Italian café culture into every detail. His knowledge of tradition, taste, and hospitality has shaped the vision of Bella Café from the beginning.
Nila, originally from South America, began her journey in the café world in 2003. With a background in accounting and business operations, she successfully built the first Bella Café in Florida. In 2005, she opened Café Italia in Hollywood, Florida, where she led everything from branding to kitchen oversight, all while learning the craft of Italian hospitality under Carlo’s guidance.
Now living in San Francisco, Nila brings both her creative passion and her professional skills into the rebirth of Bella Café. She oversees operations, customer experience, and branding, while Carlo ensures that every element stays true to the heritage and beauty of Italian culture.
Bella Café is more than a business—it’s a love letter to Italy, built on tradition, mentorship, and soul.
APPETIZERS
Carpaccio di Polpo 21.95
Carpaccio di Salmone 19.95
Beef Carpaccio 22.95
Antipasto 14.95
Sicilian Meatballs 12.95
SALADS
All salads are served with fresh focaccia bread.Bella Salad 12.95
Romaine lettuce, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, roasted peppers, Sicilian olives, capers and Italian dressing.Caprese Salad 12.95
Fresh mozzarella, Tomatoes, fresh Basil and Italian dressingInsalata di Carlo 14.95
Romaine lettuce, prosciutto, mortadella with pistachio, hard salami, turkey, roasted peppers, and Italian dressing.Fusilli Pasta Salad 12.95
Salami, fresh mozzatella, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, cucumber, Italian parsley, and Italian dressing.Florence Salad 12.95
Romain Lettuce, Pepperoncini, Radicchio, Cherry Tomatoes, Black Olives, Red Onion, Shaved Parmesan Cheese and Italian Dressing.Caesar Salad 9.95
Romain Lettuce Tossed with Caesar Dressing, with Golden Brown Croutons, and Shaved Parmesan
Add grilled chicken | $3.00Mediterranean Greek Salad 13.95
Ripe Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onions, Kalamata Olives and Feta Cheese Tossed with Salt, Oregano and Virgin Olive Oil.SOUPS
Soup of the day.Italian Wedding Soup 6
Beef meatballs, pasta fagioli, carrots, pecorino romano cheese, topped with fresh oregano and parsley.Antipasto 14.95
PANINIS
Made with Homemade Focaccia & Ciabatta.Italiano 15.95
Prosciutto, Salami, Mortadella and Roasted Peppers.Americano 14.95
Ham, Swiss, Tomatoes and Mustard.Turkey 14.95
Turkey Breast Swiss Cheese and Tomatoes.Tuscan 14.95
Grilled Chicken Fresh Mozzarella and Roasted Peppers.Melanzane 13.95
Grill Eggplant, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Roasted Peppers.Caprese 12.95
Fresh Mozzarella Tomatoes and Basil.OPERA-INSPIRED GOURMET SANDWICHES
Served warm on house-baked focaccia or ciabatta with olive oil and herbs.La Traviata 15.95
A graceful harmony of Prosciutto di Parma, creamy fresh mozzarella, sundried tomatoes, and peppery arugula—all finished with a light touch of basil pesto. Elegant, balanced, unforgettable.Tosca 12.95
Bold and rich—creamy pistachio spread layered with Mortadella Bologna PGI and topped with shaved Parmesan. It’s indulgent, nutty, and full of drama.Rigoletto 14.95
A flavorful Classic, Salami, roasted red peppers, and fresh mozzarella, brought to life with a bright extra virgin olive oil, and satisfying.Pastrami Sandwich 21.95
A flavorful Classic, Pastrami and Mustard.Carmen 14.95
A Mediterranean favorite—fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil. Simple, fresh, and full of rustic charm.Aida 15.95
Big, bold flavor—slow-roasted porchetta with sweet caramelized onions, roasted garlic spread, and baby spinach. A deep, savory sandwich with a royal touch.The Soprano 15.95
Fun and fiery__ Provolone Cheese, Prosciutto, Gabagool (Capicola) and vinegar peppers, Bold, Burrata cheese, spread of extra virgin olive oil and just the right amount of heat.Figaro Feast 16.95
A showstopper—three Italian meats stacked with burrata, arugula, and fresh basil. Rich, creamy, and made to impress.ADD-ONS
Any additional meat/ cheese/ vegetarian substitution 3.00
Prices and items subject to change
HOT COFFEE
Illy Classico Coffee and Espresso Drinks.Ristretto 3.00
Espresso 3.50 / 4.50
Macchiato 3.75 / 4.75
Cappuccino 5.00 / 6.00
Cafe Mocha 4.75 / 5.75
Cafe Latte 4.75 / 5.50
Cafe au Lait 4.50
Bella Grande 5.00
Americano4.00 / 5.00
House Coffee 3.50 / 4.50
Matcha Latte 5.00
Steam or Cold Milk 2.75
Hot Chocolate 3.50
Hot Tea 3.50ICED & FROZEN COFFEE
Shakerato 6.00
Iced Cafe Latte 7.25
House Iced Coffee 4.50
Caramellatto 7.25
Mocha 7.25
Nocciola 7.25
Granita di Caffé 7.25
Cafe Africano 7.25
Affogato 8.00
Iced Matcha Latte 6.00SOFT DRINKS & COLD BEVERAGES
San Pellegrino 4.75 / 6.00
Perrier 4.50
Aqua Panna 6.00
Apple Juice 4.00
Fresh Orange Juice 5.50
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite 5.50
Italian Sodas 4.00
Arancita / Limonata 5.50
Orangina 3.50
Bella Sunrise 5.50
Bella Iced Tea 4.00DESSERTS
Made fresh in-house, daily.Classic Made Gelato 5/6
Authentic Italian-style gelato with a smooth, creamy texture and vibrant flavor. Available in a variety of rotating seasonal flavors.Tiramisu 7.00
An Italian classic made with layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, rich mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa. Light, velvety, and indulgent.Matcha Tiramisu 6.00
A unique twist on the traditional tiramisu, infused with premium matcha green tea and layered with airy mascarpone and matcha-soaked sponge.Sicilian Cheesecake 7.00
A traditional Sicilian delight crafted with velvety ricotta cheese, delicately sweetened and set atop a tender pastry base. Refined, creamy, and unmistakably Italian.Limoncello Cake 8.00
A zesty lemon sponge cake layered with lemon mousse and finished with a Limoncello glaze. Refreshing and delightfully light.Chocolate Cake 8.00
Deep, rich chocolate layers with velvety frosting—decadent, moist, and made for chocolate lovers.Carrot Cake 8.00
Moist and spiced to perfection, our carrot cake is filled with walnuts and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting.Tartufo 12.00
A decadent Italian chocolate dessert with layers of rich gelato, a cherry center, and a crisp chocolate shell. Elegant and indulgent.Canoli 4.75
Crispy pastry shells filled with sweet ricotta cream and finished with chocolate chips. A traditional Sicilian treat with every bite.PASTRIES
Made fresh in-house, daily.Plain Croissant 3.50
Chocolate Croissant 4.50
Almond Croissant 4.50
Scones 5.0
Biscotti 3.00
Bella Cookies 3.50
Bagel with Butter or Jam 3.00
Bagel with Cream Cheese 3.50
FRUIT
Cup of freshly cut fruits.Mixed Fruits 5.00
Apples 2.50
Bananas 2.00