La Bella Bistecca
What People Are Saying About La Bella Bistecca
The Editor
Jennifer Olvera
Citysearch
In Short – There's a warm, inviting feel at this charming, wood-trimmed restaurant along Forest Park's restaurant row. Inside, distressed walls outfitted with mock windows and an upper-tier railing mimic the look of a streetscape in the French Quarter, complete with painted, masked onlookers. The menu follows suit, dishing up a blend of Italian-kissed Creole dishes that include shrimp bisque, shrimp remoulade, risotto jambalaya and garlicky broiled chicken. Italian steak and seafood selections emphasize seasonal ingredients. A handful of private, curtained-off leather booths set the tone…
05/27/09
Fun, Fantasy & Food
by Rudydog
It has an eclectic ambiance, terrific house wine and innovative and tasty dishes. Dining inside or out gives one a felling of Europe. The outdoor grill was another clever novelty. It's obvious owners have given this thought and personality.
- Pros: Atmosphere, bread & butter, wine and meal
- Cons: Parking is questionable
03/24/09
Great food and a fantastic wine collection
by BigUgli
I LOVE Cajun cooking and this place nailed it! They have an extensive wine list, and if you're into it, wine tastings. I'm not the wine person, but wife is and she was impressed and looking forward to participating in the tastings.
Also, if they have it on the menu, you have to try the Bisque!! It was wonderful. I wish they had it all the time.
- Pros: Great Cajun food and extensive Wine selection
- Cons: A little out of the way for us
02/03/09
Fun, Tasty, and Friendly
by CAJwalker
Outstanding food with a wonderful wine tasting experience on Friday night. Hostess is gracious, friendly, and engaging with diners. Chef visited my table to answer a question and wait staff was attentive and pleasant. Definitely will return - especially to experience music in the Cellar.
- Pros: Location, Winery/Dining/Music
- Cons: A bit pricey, but well worth it.
The Details on La Bella Bistecca
Fun Fact:
Chef Chris Jones, a native of the French Quarter, cooked in many of New Orleans' top kitchens.
The Extras:
Owner Robert Marani also owns adjacent discount wine shop WholeCellars.
When to Go:
On Wednesday and Friday from 5pm to 7pm, the restaurant hosts wine, spirit and food tastings in its private tasting room. A separate menu is offered, and guests can buy wine from WholeCellars to drink in the space.
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