We started back in the Summer of Love. 1969 brought the classic elements of a family business together: two parents with old-world recipes, skills, work ethic and a daughter with a sparkling personality and drive to succeed.
In the years that followed, we worked hard to become one of Newport Beach’s favorite “Neighborhood” restaurants; our guests kindly made us their second home and we gained new friends and family.
As you come in our front door you could be stepping into 1976, the year we remodeled. Our restaurant has prided itself on staying the course where most have changed, what was simply good in 1969 has come in style today: great food and service served by friendly faces in a warm and comfortable atmosphere.
Ciao Bella
Variety of classic red-sauce Italian dishes served in a retro dining room or on the outdoor patio. Based on 441 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup

Address:
6204 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone: (949) 645-0651
Website:
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Hours
| Friday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Saturday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Sunday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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4:30–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday |
4:30–9 PM |
| Thursday |
4:30–9 PM |
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Reviews
Kim the Kangaroo
I created my own combination of Fettuccine Alfredo and Cheese Ravioli
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Yvonne Lesser
My husband & I went here for our Friday date night. I loved the ambiance. Our waiter was great. We got our soup & salad right away but our entrees took a bit. The restaurant was busy but people who came in after us received their main dishes before we did. The food was okay. They were big portions. But the reason we’ll never go back is because my husband got food poisoning.
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Michael Desmond
Our waiter Dean was the best waiter we have ever had. He took a casual dining experience and made it special. The chx creamy pesto was out of this world
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Jennifer
Holy Garlic Bread!
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Annette Tang
Great find. The food is good and the ambience cute and charming. Glad to have stumbled upon this place. We ordered Moscato, famous house salad, olives, and Pasta Lorenzo. Enjoyed everything!
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Paul Buehler
Every one on staff was spot on, food was great. Atmosphere was inviting. The time from ordering to table service was quite timely. I’ve got nothing but positives for this great little restaurant. My long time friend Danny Jones and his wonderful family took me there last evening.
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Spencer
Spaghetti Bender is a 50 year old restaurant that has great atmosphere, good food and good service. They even played Italian music, and they have a nice patio bar.
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Linh Lipham
Good food and service. I ordered the lobster ravioli in creamy diavolo sauce with grilled shrimp. And their garlic toast was made just right, not too hard and crunchy. They were moist, soft and chewy.
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J. Kathryn Lanzerotte
Celebrating Sp bEarthday started with calamari. Awful no taste fried as an flavorless dough
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Dana
Good food, huge portions, but not for parties more than 6. Cozy atmosphere, but can get cramped with a big party. Not very busy on weekdays, and only open for dinner, but their minestrone soup and house salad are an amazing add to all dishes. Pricey, but wonderful for a special occasion.
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