Welcome to Bella Sicilia Cafe
At Bella Sicilia Cafe, we celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Sicily right in the heart of Merritt Island, Florida. Owned by Antonella Bonventre, our cafe is a family-run gem, offering freshly made Italian dishes, decadent pastries, and specialty cakes. Every meal, crafted from scratch, evokes the flavors of Southern Italy that families cherish. Customers rave about our moist chocolate cakes, flavorful chicken parm subs, and exquisite pastries, all served in a cozy ambiance that welcomes you with warmth. With a commitment to authentic ingredients and exceptional service, Bella Sicilia Cafe isn't just a place to eat; it's a heartfelt experience prompted by love for our culinary roots.
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85 E Merritt Ave, Merritt Island, FL 32953 Hotline: (321) 507-4653
Welcome to Bella Sicilia Cafe, a hidden culinary gem nestled in Merritt Island, Florida. This charming Sicilian eatery, located at 85 E Merritt Ave, invites you to journey through the flavors of authentic Southern Italy, all crafted by the hands of dedicated owner and operator, Antonella Bonventre. If you're searching for a cozy cafe that serves not just meals but heartfelt memories, look no further.
The reviews say it all. Patrons rave about the exceptional quality of the baked goods, such as the almond cookies and pistachio macarons that have become crowd favorites. Each pastry is prepared with love and attention to detail, reflecting Antonella's commitment to tradition. Desserts like the beautifully decorated chocolate cake with peanut butter icing and decadent cannoli often steal the show, with one satisfied customer even taking leftover cake all the way to Colorado!
- Exceptional Service: Bella Sicilia Cafe is known for its accommodating staff, ready to meet your last-minute dessert needs and ensure a pleasant dining experience.
- Variety of Dishes: From chicken parm subs to authentic salsiccia e patate for lunch, there’s something for every palate, making it a favorite spot for both casual lunches and special meals.
- Inviting Ambiance: With its cozy atmosphere and decorated charm, the cafe is a delightful place to relax, whether enjoying a quiet breakfast in the sunny courtyard or indulging in a delightful dessert after dinner.
- Authentic Offerings: Antonella prepares everything with fresh ingredients on the premises. Daily lunch specials highlight the best of Italian home cooking, guaranteeing freshly made delights.
While some may find it hidden away, the journey is worth every moment. Diners can sit back, sip on expertly crafted espresso, and indulge in authentic Italian fare that resonates with comforting nostalgia. Bella Sicilia Cafe stands as a testament to the notion that great food can transport you, evoking the warmth of home-cooked meals from days gone by.
Bring your family, bring your friends, and immerse yourself in the true essence of Italian culinary delights at Bella Sicilia Cafe. For more information, feel free to reach out at (321) 507-4653. Buon Appetito!
Needing a cake for a birthday, for an out of town visitor, at the last minute, we called around and Bella Sicilia Cafe was so accommodating!! They usually require more notice than a day and a half! We were so grateful to them for making our chocolate cake with peanut butter icing. It was SO MOIST, flavorful and decorated so beautifully! They are now our favorite place for cakes and will have to try lunch and dinner there! Our visitors cut up the leftover cake and took it home to Colorado on the plane!! Thank you so much!!
Best of the Best! I am a native born Italian and believe me this is the best you will find! Molto grazie Antonella per tutto il tuo duro lavoro!
My grandsons and I enjoyed our lunch so much!!! A beautiful family run bakery with fresh Italian dishes , fresh bread, and lots of desserts and smiles here... Highly recommended!!!!!
Best pastries and Chabata bread in town.! Everything is great! Best Capuchino and owners and staff are very friendly!
The baked goods here are delicious, I had an almond cookie and a pistachio macaron, they were so satisfying. Service is quick, ambiance is somewhat laid back and relaxed. I would go back for sure, I like that they have the imported pasta and sauces too.
The food here is absolutely delicious. Me and my mom frequent here often, our favorite lunch is the chicken parm sub. The portion size is excellent and enough for the both of us to share. The ambiance of the bakery itself is very cozy, and decorated so nicely for the holidays. All of the staff is extremely friendly and always welcoming. The cookies and cannolis are also a very tasty treat.
Delicious fast casual Italian dishes. I got the chicken marsala with pasta and it was delicious. Also got a calzone which was crunchy and perfectly sweet.
Really delicious pastries. Had a pistachio stuffed croissant that was crammed with cream!
Bella Sicilia Café, 85 East Merritt Avenue, Merritt Island, Florida, - 5-stars The Bella Sicilia Café is a very well-hidden gem in Merritt Island. I had to drive around the parking lot three times to find it. Thank goodness I did. This welcome newcomer to the Brevard restaurant scene is officially on the Big Boy's Must Try List. I guess my faith in Italian food has been restored. Faced with all the faux Italian fodder in Brevard that is just an Anglicization of il mangiare, this is refreshing. Antonella Bonventre is the owner/operator of this beautiful ristorante siciliano serving up breakfast, lunch, and dinner to hungry Space Coast denizens longing for the food that only mama used to make. Getting a meal from Bella Sicilia is to go back to a time when newly immigrated restaurant owners from the "Old Country" served up the authentic taste of Southern Italy. Everything Bella Sicilia has to offer is lovingly made right on the premises. The menu changes every day with Antonella's lunch specials created from scratch every morning. The day I visited, she was serving up a delicious sausage and potato entrée as well as a pasta and meatballs special. These hand-rolled diamonds were exquisite, and the accompanying penne pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. Mmm...That's Italian! In the crystal-clear cases, Antonella presented a dazzling array of pies, cakes, pastries, cookies, cannoli, and napoleon. The parade of baked goods was endless, and I confess I tried every single one. Antonella can even whip up a custom creation for your event or special occasion if you call her in advance. For good measure, she also maintains a tiny grocery on the property. The Big Boy says, "There is ZERO processed food at the Bella Sicilia Café. If there was a rating higher than 5-Stars, this place would get it!"
The Sicilians have landed! Prepare to be comfortably whisked away from our tropical paradise to the pleasantries of an Italian gem. The coffees are on point, the bakery offerings eclipse the competition, the courtyard is quaint and inviting. The staff is warm, authentic and busy creating the days Italian offerings. If chains restaurants are your thing then don't bother. However if your looking to support a small business that is founded in true Italian roots look no further. This is another gift to our Space Coast restaurant line up. We just enjoyed an amazing breakfast in the attached courtyard while sipping on the best Espresso we've had since Palermo. The bakery cases are lined with happiness, they even have a small Italian grocery corner. This is a must and Antonella will make you smile. No need to pack your bags, this is just down the street.