Mia Bella Trattoria - which translates into English as "My Beautiful" trattoria - is a delightful combination of Italian tradition and regional American twists. Mia Bella is fun, intimate and moderately priced just like the traditional trattorias where Italian families gather for wine and delicious food. But, in a tradition of his own making, owner/chef Youssef Nafaa has created an exciting menu of familiar foods pushed to a new level with daring preparations and imaginative ingredients. Wine lovers will find a pleasingly extensive list of inexpensively-priced wines while those seeking cocktails will find the same combination of classic recipes and creative mixings that sets the menu apart. With it's casual elegance, Mia Bella is in a neighborhood setting (with plenty of free parking). Mia bella Trattoria has been serving customers fine Italian cuisine in Houston for over 10 years. The restaurant, is warm, comfortable polite and friendly. At Mia bella Trattoria , it is obvious that the cuisine appeals to all ages and families. The staff works the dining room efficiently and with pride, recommending dishes they believe are best. Mia bella Trattoria is a family run business that has the comfortable atmosphere of a friend's house.
The Food is great and the service the best. Ask for Billy he has been there forever. The gumbo rocks, none of that slimmy okra in it. And the martini's are as good as they get.
Always consistently good food, lovely and quiet atmosphere. The music is at the correct level, so you can actually hear your companion(s) easily. Interesting specials. Good wine list. Friendly and personable service. Feels like you've gone to a f
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When we last visited this restaurant, the service was deplorable. We never did get all our food, and a waiter not assigned to our table had to get our check. The food we got was good, but we practically had to get it from the kitchen ourselves.