We ate at this wonderful little gem on Sunday, June 15. It was our first evening in Naples. I had read good things about Bella Maria in the trip advisor forum, and wanted to try it for myself.

We ordered the two different tapas combinations, so we could sample a variety of items. These dishes included Serrano ham, chorizo, cheese, kalamata olives, croquets, cheese empanadas, beef empanadas, special dipping sauces, and bread.

I honestly can't recall everything, as I was too busy enjoying my meal! Our food was fresh, and very, very delicious! We drank fresh fruit sangrias with our meal, and liked them so much, we hope to copy them at home.

For dessert, we had flan and a chocolate pear creme brulee. They were both perfectly done. The Don PX sherry was chosen by our friendly "mesero" (waiter), and it accompanied our desserts nicely.

The restaurant is cozy, yet comfortable and casual. They even played the UEFA Cup game on the television while we were there. They were planning on having a DJ later in the evening. The staff was friendly and helpful.

The food is a bit expensive, but comparable with similar places located on Fifth Avenue. We got out of there under $100.

We had a memorable experience at Bella Maria, and given the chance, would return again in a heartbeat.

My husband and I ate at this cafe in June. They told us as we walked in that they were only serving Tapas, not their usual menu. The waiter told us the portions were big and it was something different. We ordered the chicken in garlic sauce and the meatballs. The waiter brought out two small square rolls and then the food. The food was served in small shallow crocks. Very small portions for being 7.95 per dish. The food was nothing we couldn't have made at home. It tasted good but I felt that it was not spanish at all. I asked for more bread which we were charged .50 for. Very disappointed with this place. The meatballs didn't taste homemade. Tasted like frozen meatballs from Sam's. Wouldn't recommend to anyone.

My husband and I love tapas, so every time we travel, we try to include a tapas restaurant. This one was just okay. There wasn't a lot of tapas to choose from. We had garlic shrimp, smoked salmon on crostini, and empanadas. All were good, but nothing spectacular. The sangria was good, too.

Ten of us ate at Bella Maria last night and were absolutely blown away by the quality, taste, inventiveness, and price of the food. The service was outstanding. This morning I'm still salivating thinking about what we ate (tapas for appetizers, then regular entrees) and would entertain having the same thing again for breakfast!!! Wonderful find. Eat outside if you can.