La Casa Bella
If you're looking for a place that serves up delicious Italian dishes in a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere, La Casa Bella is the spot to check out. Located at 2579 Cropsey Ave in Brooklyn, NY, this restaurant is a local favorite for its casual vibe, making it perfect for a night out with friends, family gatherings, or a special occasion.
One of the things that sets La Casa Bella apart is its variety of mouthwatering dishes. For pizza lovers, their Vodka Slice is an absolute must-try — the blend of creamy vodka sauce and gooey cheese makes it a true crowd-pleaser. If you're in the mood for pasta, the Penne Vodka Specialty is a standout with its rich, flavorful sauce that complements the perfectly cooked penne. But it's not just pizza and pasta that shine here — their Chicken Marsala is tender and packed with flavor, while the Fried Calamari is crispy and fresh, a great appetizer to start your meal off right. And for something a bit more unique, the Baked Clams Oreganata are a perfect choice for seafood lovers.
The restaurant's vibe is exactly what you’d want from a neighborhood Italian spot. The moderate noise level ensures a lively but not overwhelming environment, and it's spacious enough for large groups. Plus, it’s great for kids, so you can bring the whole family and know that everyone will be comfortable.
Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or enjoying a long meal with loved ones, La Casa Bella provides a welcoming environment and a menu full of delicious options that are sure to please any palate. Plus, with their friendly service and casual atmosphere, it's easy to see why this spot is beloved by locals and visitors alike.
Reviews
La Casa Bella is the local Italian spot that I order from when I want to feel like I'm visiting my friend's Nonna's house for Sunday supper. The chicken Marsala is outstanding, plain and simple. You know you're in for a treat when the mushrooms are sautéed with a smidge of onions and the robust flavor of the wine sauce hits your nostrils within seconds. I always order angel hair with the same sauce and it's just perfection. The pizza here is also delicious and exactly what you think of when you think of the quintessential NY style pizza: thin, crispy, and crunchy crust with tons of flavor and high quality cheese and ingredients. Hands down, you will find the best Vodka slices, both Sicilian style and Neapolitan style topped with fresh mozzarella. The plain slice and OMG slice are also great. I find that if the plain slice is really good, the rest is going to be good too.
I had come here for years and it is one of the places i miss most about Brooklyn since moving. I don't care about what the critics say, Portnoy is an idiot. This place is solidly 10 on their vodka square. The OMG and Bruschetta are also easily over 9s! If there isn't a line outside this door (or even if there is) you should head in and grab a box of slices to try for yourself and decide. You will find yourself trying to scarf down more even if you feel like your waist is going to pop. Best pizza in America!
Always good food, never disappoints. Everything is so good. It's hard to decide. You must try the vodka slice, you won't regret it!
I love this place, I've been here several times for dinner and the food never disappoints. I've also ordered takeout from here and while delicious the pies definitely taste better when eaten here. There's ample seating inside and the servers are attentive. I'm suprised this place only has 3.5 stars since I love everything from their pasta to their pies. The sauce is what seals the deal for me here. This is truly a neighborhood gem and my family and I usually chose this as our pick for our birthday dinners Favorites are calamari, chicken marsala with spaghetti, grandma pie or margarita pie
This is real vintage Italian food something I can eat 247 they never miss always great customer service seasoned to the gods