La Bottega in Belfast: photos, reviews

About

La Bottega in Belfast offers a cozy, casual spot for enjoying authentic Italian cuisine. Known for its excellent food and fashionably fresh European decor, this popular tourist spot provides quick service in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you're popping in for a solo brunch or settling down for dinner, La Bottega serves up delectable small plates, delicious desserts, and an impressive array of wines. With options ranging from takeaway to dine-in, reservations are advisable to secure a spot. While portions could be heartier, and prices occasionally spur debate, the tiramisu and coffee are worth relishing. Perfect for those seeking a taste of Italy without breaking the bank, La Bottega ensures a satisfying dining experience.

Price

$$$$

Meals

Branch, Lunch, Dinner

Cuisines

Italian

Services

Takeaway, Drive-thru, Reservations available, Dine-in, Reservations recommended

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving desserts, Small plates, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving coffee

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

4.7

based on 215 reviews

Google

4.7/5 194 reviews

Facebook

5/5 21 review

Larisa Oto

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Excellent food and service

Jonathan Gumtree

Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

Its small space and intimate service conveys the feeling of exclusivity, whilst carrying itself off as informal and humble. Dont distract yourself with the desserts when choosing from the array of wines. Portions of food could be more generous but they are delectable, and changing regularly. Worth the visit, a stand-out for bland Belfast.

Poppy Murray

Food: 2
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 3

My husband and I booked in for a wee date night a couple of weeks ago. It was meant to be a nice meal out with some authentic Italian food. From the get go, we felt that the service was a bit lacklustre. And that the menu was on the more expensive side. But, we decided what we wanted to eat and ordered. I ordered the roast courgette secondi plate, and a side of roast potatoes with rosemary, garlic and seasalt. My husband ordered the parmigiana de Melanzaze - aubergine and tomato sauce. We also bread for the table. To say we were disappointed would be a bit of an understatement. We could tell that the ingredients were good quality and prepared with care, but for £17 per dish we got starter portion sizes with very little flavour to make up for it. The aubergine dish had no taste, and whilst the courgette dish did have flavour it was definitely missing elements such as the mint and the courgette jus. The roast potatoes side were not seasoned at all, with no sea salt, garlic or rosemary. But, despite the potatoes having no flavour at least they filled us up. The main dishes were so tiny, I had what amounted to 1/3 of a courgette and a bit of sauce and half a small red onion. My husbands dish was a similar size. These might be considered authentic Italian in their cooking process, but definitely not in their portion sizes or flavour. Overall a very disappointing dinner experience and far too pricey for the portion sizes. If you are charging £17 for a starter portion of food, then at least spend some money on seasonings. Not a lick of salt or herbs went into any of the food we ate.

What is the address of La Bottega?
La Bottega is located at 625 Lisburn Rd, BT9 7GT, Belfast, United Kingdom.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop Marlborough Park (215 m walk)
- Bus stop Capstone Street (89 m walk)
- Bus stop Lancefield Road (128 m walk)
- Bus stop Cranmore Avenue (40 m walk)
- Train station Adelaide (538 m walk)
How is La Bottega rated by visitors?
La Bottega has an average rating of 4.7 based on 215 reviews across platforms such as Google, Facebook.
Is the venue pet-friendly?
La Bottega is a pet-friendly venue where guests can bring their animals.

La Bottega in Belfast