Since the early 2000s, gelato has exploded in popularity in the Lower Mainland. Yaletown fans of Italy's ultimate cold and creamy treat can get their fix at Bella Gelateria, one of Vancouver’s hottest spot for that authentic taste of Florence.
“Vancouver is home to more gelato and ice cream shops than anywhere else in North America,” says James Coleridge, CEO and maestro gelatiere at Bella Gelateria. “Armed with my education and making gelato from scratch, which very few do, I feel like I am protecting the Old World process that Italy has bestowed upon us.”
Overlooking the waters of False Creek, Bella Gelateria offers an ideal spot for an 80-seat restaurant and patio, which are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to gelato, the extensive menu features Napoletana-style pizzas baked in an authentic stone oven James had shipped from Naples. It's also home to Carpigiani Gelato University’s first North American branch, where James trains gelato interns from all over the world.
TIRAMISU
Ladyfinger sponge brushed with espresso syrup, layered with creamy espresso
chocolate anglaise & decadent mascarpone filling.
Served with our Fior Di Latte gelato.
PERA COTTA AL VINO
A warm Moscato poached pear atop a hazelnut financier cake & chocolate anglaise.
Served with our Tahitian Vanilla gelato.
SEASONAL LAVA CAKE
Soft chocolate cake made even more awesome by a warm center filling
& paired with gelato. Seriously bellissimo!
(Ask your server about our seasonal offering)
Baked to order so please be advised that it will be at least a 15 minute wait, but oh, so worth it!
COPPETTA “The Toe Curler”
Fior Di Latte gelato topped with brownies, house made candied pecans,
& smothered with caramel & dark chocolate sauce.
WILD EVITA
Auchentoshan Scotch
with our Salted Caramel Gelato
EARL NEGRONI
Gin, vermouth & Campari
with our Earl Grey Tea gelato
SAFFRON PERSIA
Gin & apricot liqueur
with our Akbar Mashti gelato
BLACK SESAME CHAI
Bourbon & chai bitters
with our Black Sesame gelato
MATCHA
Vodka & apricot liqueur
with our Matcha Green Tea gelato
Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice $4
BRUSCHETTA
Two poached eggs, slow roasted tomatoes, avocado, shaved parmesan
& aged balsamic with local salad greens or fresh fruit
ITALIAN TOAST
Freshly baked sweet Italian brioche bread coated in organic free range
eggs, topped with vanilla mascarpone cheese & fresh seasonal fruit.
Served with Quebec maple syrup.
OATMEAL
Freshly made with almond milk, served with bananas, pistachios & honey
Your choice of steamed milk.
SICILIAN BREAKFAST
Our home made warm brioche bun with your choice of gelato inside.
Simply delicious!
Croissant
Almond Croissant
Chocolate Almond Croissant
Brioche Bun
Pain au Chocolat
Crostata Tart
Scone
Biscotti
broken salad
house-mixed greens, fresh veggies, lemon oil & balsamic vinegar
lentil quinoa salad
sprouted lentils, quinoa, roasted pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, lemon oil & balsamic vinegar
vegan chili
served with garlic focaccia
caesar salad
romaine, croutons, asiago cheese, bacon bits & house-made dressing
soup of the day
served with toasted garlic focaccia
grilled steak salad
grilled 6 oz hanger steak with tossed greens, pickled beets, candied almonds & appled cide vinaigrette sub chicken for steak
grilled veggie salad
grilled zucchini, red peppers, mushrooms & pickled beets. Tossed in apple cider vinaigrette
strawberry salad
romaine lettuce, strawberries, cucumbers, green onions & toasted sunflower seeds tossed in a honey balsamic dressing
SOUP
Squash, farro & chestnut, toasted pumpkin seeds, pumpkin seed oil
BRUSCHETTA
Buffalo mozzarella, slow roasted tomatoes, arugula, marinated olives,
aged balsamic & shaved parmesan
PROSCIUTTO SAN DANIELE
Roasted & marinated raddichio, apples, pecans, chili, mint & pecorino
BURRATA
Sundried tomatoes, marinated artichokes, herbs, Maldon sea salt,
cracked black pepper, Apulian olive oil & housemade focaccia
NONNA’S MEATBALL
locally produced pork & beef meatball slow cooked in San Marzano tomato sauce
served with basil, parmesan & De Carlo Tenuta Di Mossa EVOO
ANTIPASTI PLATTER
Local & imported salumi, imported Italian cheeses, marinated olives,
balsamic pickled onions, local honeycomb, artichoke & Gorgonzola dip,
Sicilian sundried tomato & almond dip with house made focaccia
CHEESE BOARD
A selection of three imported Italian cheeses served with local honeycomb,
balsamic pickled onions, fresh pear & house made focaccia
SALUMI BOARD
A selection of local & imported salumi served with grainy mustard, marinated
olives, quince paste & house made focaccia
MARGHERITA
San Marzano (D.O.P.*) tomatoes, fior di latte,
fresh basil, Parmigiano-Reggiano & EVOO
ROMANA
San Marzano (D.O.P.) tomatoes, anchovies,
fior di latte, Parmigiano-Reggiano,
EVOO & fresh basil
MARINARA
San Marzano (D.O.P.) tomatoes,
fresh garlic, oregano & EVOO
COMPLETA
Prosciutto crudo, fresh arugula, fior di latte,
Parmigiano-Reggiano & EVOO
SICILIANA
San Marzano (D.O.P.) tomatoes,
roasted eggplants, fior di latte,
Parmigiano-Reggiano, EVOO & fresh basil
RIPIENO
Folded in half & stuffed with ricotta and salami
San Marzano (D.O.P.) tomatoes, fresh ricotta
sopressata calabrese, black pepper, fior di latte
Parmigiano-Reggiano, EVOO & fresh basil
DIAVOLA
San Marzano (D.O.P.) tomatoes,
sopressata calabrese, fior di latte,
peperoncino , Parmigiano-Reggiano,
EVOO & fresh basil
CAPRICCIOSA
San Marzano (D.O.P.) tomatoes,
prosciutto cotto, mushrooms, artichoke,
fior di latte, Parmigiano-Reggiano,
EVOO & fresh basil
CAPRI
San Marzano (D.O.P.) tomatoes,
prosciutto cotto, fresh ricotta
fior di latte, Parmigiano-Reggiano,
EVOO & fresh basil
BELLA
Stracciatella, fresh arugula, fresh tomatoes
Parmigiano-Reggiano & EVOO
QUATTRO FORMAGGI
Fior di latte, fresh ricotta
Parmigiano-Reggiano & Gorgozonla
Winter Insalata Caprese
Smoked mozzarella, slow roast & sundried tomatoes,
celery heart pesto, pinenuts & pecorino Toscana
Insalata Mista
Mixed local & baby salad greens, radishes, pears, gorgonzola,
toasted pecans & aged balsamic
Bella Gelateria Caesar
Romaine lettuce, creamy house made caesar dressing, crispy pancetta, soft boiled egg,
white anchovies, fried capers, croutons & shaved parmesan
Baked Cannelloni
House made fresh pasta stuffed with spinach & three cheeses, besciamella,
tomato sauce & herb breadcrumbs
Hand Made Fresh Tagliatelle
Locally produced fennel sausage & red wine ragu, mascarpone & oregano
LUNCH ONLY
Mortadella
Smoked mozzarella, smashed avocado, Sicilian sundried tomato
& almond pesto with arugula
Roasted Portobello Mushroom
Artichoke & gorgonzola spread, pea shoots & celery heart pesto
Smoked Turkey
Slow roasted tomatoes, capers, house made caesar dressing,
romaine lettuce & parmesan
BELLA MIMOSA
Prosecco with our Creamsicle sorbetto
Uovo Sole
Soft cooked organic free range egg & fior di latte
with a side of avocado & mixed greens
Carnelicious
Prosciutto cotto, scrambled organic free range egg & fior di latte
with a side of slow roasted tomato & mixed greens
Il Tricolore
Roasted peppers & eggplants, scrambled organic free range egg & fior di latte
with a side of smoked cheese & mixed greens
BRUSCHETTA
Two poached eggs, slow roasted tomatoes, avocado, shaved parmesan
& aged balsamic with mixed greens or fresh fruit
ITALIAN TOAST
Freshly baked sweet Italian brioche bread coated in organic free range
eggs, topped with vanilla mascarpone cheese & fresh seasonal fruit.
Served with Québec maple syrup.
WINTER CAPRESE SALAD
Smoked mozzarella, slow roasted & sundried tomatoes,
celery heart pesto, pinenuts & pecorino Toscana
INSALATA MISTA
Mixed local baby greens, radishes, pears, Gorgonzola,
toasted pecans & aged balsamic
Drinks
Wine Cocktails Beer & Liqueur Hot Beverages Winter Drink Specials Non Alcoholic Beverages
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It might be the depths of winter, but we think gelato is always a good idea, especially when it’s from this award-winning gelateria in Yaletown. Bella Gelateria serves sweetness by the scoopful and is renowned for its handcrafted Old World gelato, which comes in creative flavours like black sesame, banana bread, and lavender and Earl Grey. This year’s three-course $30 Dine Out menu features an appetizer, dessert and three entrée choices: pizza, lasagna and ravioli. If the kids end up with a sugar high, get them to burn off their excess energy on the nearby seawall.
View this Smart ListIn addition to serving cooling scoops of gelato and their scrumptious meatballs, Bella Gelateria's Yaletown location is a cozy place to park your pooch. You'll be covered by the awnings of the customer area, but the sidewalk side of the fence has some dog-exclusive umbrellas and water bowls set up on those especially sunny days. It's also a convenient stop, considering there's a Bosley’s next door, and the patio is just a quick jog from the off-leash section of Coopers’ Park.
View this Smart ListUsing only the best ingredients, Bella Gelateria works with local farmers to create meals that are both seasonal and flavourful. Here, you will experience a taste of Italy that is unique.
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