Phone: +19416988880
Address: 6800 Placida Rd, Englewood I-34224-7648, United States
City: Englewood
Menu Dishes: 35
Reviews: 1277
"Upon arrival, the owner welcomed us by name and graciously seated us. Our meal was outstanding. We started with fried calamari as an appetizer, followed by delicious homemade lentil soup for both me and my husband. I chose the chicken Mona Lisa, which was a chef’s special recommendation. It was fantastic—perfectly balanced flavors and a generous portion! My husband opted for the veal cacciatore, which he thoroughly enjoyed but couldn't finish due to its size, so we ended up with another large portion to take home. Additionally, the bread was served with a light garlic olive oil dipping sauce that paired wonderfully with it. Our waitress, Suzanne, was kind, efficient, and very helpful throughout our meal. We will definitely return and will be sure to make reservations in advance next time since it’s sure to be busier. Overall, I'd rate the food, service, and atmosphere all a perfect 5 out of 5."
Full menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Pasta
Penne
Penne pasta tossed in a rich tomato sauce with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
Ravioli
Soft pasta pockets filled with cheese and herbs, served with a rich tomato sauce.
Linguine
Linguine pasta served with a light sauce, garnished with fresh herbs, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures.
Manicotti
Manicotti: Tube-shaped pasta filled with soft ricotta cheese, topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella, baked to perfection.
Seafood Pasta
Seafood Pasta: A delightful mix of fresh shrimp, clams, and mussels in a rich garlic cream sauce over fettuccine.
Salads
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic glaze.
Caprese Salad
Fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, basil, and olive oil for a light, classic Italian appetizer.
Blue Cheese Salad
Fresh mixed greens topped with creamy blue cheese, candied walnuts, and dried cranberries, drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette.
Seafood
Calamari
Tender calamari rings lightly breaded and fried to golden perfection, served with tangy marinara sauce for a delightful appetizer.
Shrimp Scampi
Succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic butter sauce, served over linguine with a hint of lemon and fresh parsley.
Lobster Ravioli
Delicate pasta filled with rich lobster meat, served in a creamy sauce with hints of garlic and herbs.
Dessert
Tiramisu
A classic Italian dessert featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, rich mascarpone cream, and a dusting of cocoa powder.
Cheesecake
Creamy, rich cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, sweet topping.
Soups
Entrées
Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushroom caps filled with a savory blend of cheese, herbs, and breadcrumbs, baked to golden perfection.
Eggplant Rollatini
Tender eggplant slices rolled with ricotta and herbs, baked in marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella.
Main Courses
Mexican-American Food
Empanadas
Savory pastries filled with spiced meat or vegetables, wrapped in a crisp, golden crust.
Pizza
Side Dishes
Clam Chowder
Creamy and rich New England-style clam chowder with tender clams, potatoes, and a hint of herbs.
Bread
Vegetarian Dishes
Broccoli Rabe
Sautéed broccoli rabe with garlic and chili flakes, offering a bitter, spicy, and savory taste.
Sides
Dipping Sauce
Creamy and tangy blend, perfect for enhancing flavors; ideal for dipping fries, veggies, or chicken nuggets.
Seafood Dishes
Fried Calamari
Crispy golden fried calamari served with tangy marinara sauce for dipping.
Chicken And Veal
Veal & Beef Dishes
Veal Parmigiana
Breaded veal cutlet topped with tomato sauce and melted cheese, served over a bed of pasta.
Chicken
Chicken Parmesan
A classic Italian dish with breaded chicken breast, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese, served over pasta.
Chicken Dishes
Chicken Parmigiana
Crispy breaded chicken topped with marinara sauce and melted cheese, served with pasta.
Starters
Shawn
Excellent food with a fabulous staff!! Recommend the lemon-chello flute for dessert. Trust me. Don't share. Get your own!!
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Reviews
Dave
Have been here twice and a great experience each time. Veal dishes, pasta, seafood it’s all good! Don’t pass it up! Our last trip we had the mussels in red sauce. Too much to eat at one sitting!
Judith
We had yet another wonderful meal at Isabella's. Our server, Karen, was an absolute pleasure. The food was fresh, hot and fantastic... Tom never disappoints. And Sandy is always welcoming Food: 5/5
Kim
We didn't have a reservation and they took us anyway. Staff was friendly. Cozy place. No MSG which was great. Meals were were reasonable. Delicious. Nice portions. No pics this time. Bathrooms clean. View menu
Alicia
It was a really nice atmosphereWe had good food. My veal piccata was greaty mom's linguine and clams was as well. My sis had a veal on cream sauce and it was a little bland so we asked for parsley to freshen it up as well as block pepper and a little whit wine and they were of parsley but gave us dried. Ok. Nice little limoncello dessert. Good service!
Michael
Rude manager and bad food!..I was served stale bread ..she says it was delivered daily from New York .. are u kidding me?.. how is that even possible?..the salad was so unappetizing I told her I would have to be starving to eat it ..and I waited and waited and no food ..she told me to leave!.. I have been in the food service industry as executive chef for over 40 years..the owners of this establishment should be embarrassed by this manager?s actions!..and the poor quality of product and service!!!..
One
Heard great things but menu is simplified in an unorthodox manner. I like my manicotti better and I'm not Italian. But go here for a Little Italy feel without the quality.Edit bc owner response -Your ability to attempt to comprehend customer needs and yet try to insult them is disgusting. I'm now leaving a 2 star rating to display your incompetence and unwillingness to listen. How can you leave a mean comment on my feedback/opinion. Yes, I should've ordered something else apparently. But you don't have to get immature about it. Good grief. Be professional or find a different occupation. Good day. View menu
MountaingalRobin
Winding down our time in South West Florida and looking for a nice place to dine: overheard some folks at HH talk about “Isabella’s”. As I do, I butted in and asked some questions. They said it was their favorite Italian restaurant but reservations are a must. Since we were headed in the direction of Isabella’s, we figured we’d give it a try. Yes reservations are a must, only have 13 tables but lucky for us they only had 12 reservations tonight. OMG! Food AND service were above par AND price was very reasonable. We will certainly go again, with reservations … we sat outside and hope to get the same table and server. Wonderful evening! Try it.
Andrea
A neighborhood place. A special night out. A tourist stop. A place filling many bills.Staff is very attentive. The menu is full range Italian and both of our Veal dishes were tender and portioned. Entrees are accompanied by either soup or salad. The dressings are touted as housemade but oddly served on the side in lttle plastic to go cups. Tasty bread and dipping oil will keep coming restrain!House wine pours are decent and generously served.The tiramisu was sizeable, shareable and delicious.Celebrating a special occasion in a nicer establishment, it is shocking to see patrons dressed so shabbily I know where we live but shredded shorts, tank tops and droopy tees on 60+ year olds?That last n...
Linda
Upon arrival, the owner welcomed us by name and graciously seated us. Our meal was outstanding. We started with fried calamari as an appetizer, followed by delicious homemade lentil soup for both me and my husband. I chose the chicken Mona Lisa, which was a chef’s special recommendation. It was fantastic—perfectly balanced flavors and a generous portion! My husband opted for the veal cacciatore, which he thoroughly enjoyed but couldn't finish due to its size, so we ended up with another large portion to take home. Additionally, the bread was served with a light garlic olive oil dipping sauce that paired wonderfully with it. Our waitress, Suzanne, was kind, efficient, and very helpful throu... View menu
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Pasta Delight in our selection of classic and contemporary pasta dishes, each crafted with fresh, quality ingredients and flavorful sauces that capture the essence of Italian cuisine in every bite.
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Salad A delightful assortment of vibrant salads, featuring fresh greens, seasonal vegetables, and savory toppings, drizzled with our signature dressings for a refreshing and wholesome meal experience. View menu
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Drinks Quench your thirst with our refreshing selection of drinks, from hand-crafted cocktails and fine wines to non-alcoholic delights, including sodas, juices, and expertly brewed coffee and tea. Perfect complements to your meal!
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Italian Savor the rich and diverse flavors of Italy with our menu, offering classic pasta, savory risottos, and traditional meat and seafood dishes, all crafted with authentic ingredients and passion. Buon appetito!
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