FOOD fiRST, GUESTS ALWAYS.
At Bistro Bella Vita, we’re driven by passion, servant leadership and most importantly—exceptional dining experiences. We strive to exceed your expectations and captivate your senses with creative cuisine, a superior beverage program and memorable experiences.
Taste the difference of the highest quality cuisine made from scratch with sustainably sourced ingredients. Our specialty is modern French & Italian, including homemade pasta, brick-oven pizzas, rotisserie-roasted meats and freshly prepared desserts. All of our meals pair exceptionally well with Old and New World wines curated by our Advanced Sommelier and hand-crafted cocktails from our talented mixologists.


HOURS
Monday–Thursday • 11 am–9 pm
Friday • 11 am–10 pm
Saturday • 4 pm–10 pm
Sunday • 4 pm–9 pm
RESERVATIONS
Reserve your table below or call us at 616.222.4600
FEATURES
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Dine with the Winemaker of U.S. Grant
Tuesday, May 20
We’re setting the table for a select group of guests to gather for a rare opportunity to dine with the winemaker of U.S. Grant. Experience a vertical tasting of four single-vineyard Pinot Noirs spanning four unique vintages.
There are only 10 seats at the chef’s table.

La Marrone Wine Dinner
Tuesday, june 3
Join us for an exclusive evening with Serena Marrone of Azienda Agricola Marrone for an authentic Piedmontese wine dinner featuring their renowned Barolo and indigenous varietals. Indulge in five expertly crafted courses highlighting the intrigue of Piedmontese cuisine, each thoughtfully paired with wines from this distinguished Italian estate.
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exceptional private dining experiences
Bistro Bella Vita’s Private Event spaces offer unique private dining experiences—from intimate dinners and meetings to grand celebrations like wedding receptions and company parties.
work with us
If you have at least two years of experience, value a “Food First, Guests Always” philosophy and are interested in joining one of the most established restaurant teams in West Michigan, apply online below!
Bonus: We offer a competitive salary and benefits at a reduced cost, including shared medical and generous employee-dining discounts! But more importantly, the Essence team quickly becomes a second family.