Bella Vespa: Innovative Italian cuisine in the southern suburbs of Athens
Since its opening in 2015, Bella Vespa has been prized for its homely aesthetic and delectable fusion dishes, influenced primarily by the rich flavor palette of Italian cuisine.
- 29/07/2022
Outside Bella Vespa, cool winds rustle through verdant trees, and natural light floods across the newly renovated outdoor patio and bar. Within the restaurant, wooden tables rest atop shiny, wood-paneled floors, and hanging light fixtures enrobe the rustic interior of Bella Vespa in their warm-toned light. Seated on red cushioned chairs or bar stools, diners are compelled to forget, even for an instant, that they are in a restaurant, mistaking the snugness of their surroundings for the comfort of a home.
The restaurant’s new menu, conceived by chef Pavlos Kyriakis, features the satisfying umami of homemade truffle ravioli, the freshness of sea bass ceviche, and the meatiness of the restaurant’s prized beef carpaccio. For more authentic Italian flare dishes, choose from numerous pizzas and plates of pasta, or try the simple but delectable burrata salad. With your meal, indulge in a cool glass of wine from the restaurant’s recently updated wine list, or sip on one (or two, or three…) signature cocktails.
Pro Tip: Bella Vespa is a popular location in Athens for families with small children. The restaurant’s playground, open on weekends, provides children with endless entertainment, and parents time to relax and enjoy a longer meal.
*The original article was published in the summer issue of the Athens Voice collaboration with NouPou, released on June 23, 2022.