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| - Deeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee-licious! Bella Fresco has done a complete 180 in terms of service, ambiance and, most importantly, food in the two years since I last visited.
The dining room has been completely revamped since 2013. On a Sunday night at 6:00, we were seated in a comfy booth. Service was very attentive, friendly and helpful (including an inordinate amount of drink refills for 2 thirsty people).
Though TV's aren't the main focus of the room, for an October visit, we were able to watch the Panthers pull one out against the Seahawks (YAHOOOOOOO!). 5 TV's (one giant, 4 pretty big) are along one corner of one wall and were all tuned to football (YAY!). The TV's are not loud or intrusive and they don't give the space a bar feel, it was just nice to be able to enjoy the games during dinner. This would also be nice for those who enjoy dining alone.
Onto the food - holy smokes, the food. Someone had previously posted a photo of the Cubano panini. Changed my life. I have never had a cubano and I am sure this isn't authentic because it is served on a pita, but holy crap was it mouthwateringly good. Tender, well flavored shredded pork with NO FAT pockets in it. The ham, pickles, cheese, dijon mustard and mayo were perfectly executed and balanced. I chose a side of mac and cheese, which was a $2 upcharge, but was well worth it. Cheesy, with a bit of a garlic taste to it. YUM! My girlfriend ordered the veggie panini, which she said was delicious, and a side of fries which were crunchy and delicious.
To finish off the meal, we both got gelato. Knowing how rich and creamy their gelato is, I got a small cup of the biscotti - YUM. Girlfriend, who had eyes bigger than her stomach capacity got a large with chocolate, pistachio and (I think marscapone?). She kept putting down the spoon, saying she was too full for anymore, but she worked hard and believed in herself and ate it all.
Amazing meal (I cannot wait to go back and get another cubano, I may go tonight!), excellent service, nice space. I will definitely be back to Bella Fresco ASAP!
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