Ciao Bella was opened in 1997 by Rick Webb, a local restauranteur, and it's been a neighborhood favorite ever since. It's an Italian restaurant with a contemporary look (and art!) and fresh and simple dishes. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the atmosphere is relaxed. There is patio dining weather permitted. They believe in using local products whenever possible, and importing sustainable items when it's not. They use only the best ingredients, and they make their dishes by hand (including their pasta). The menu includes wood-grilled filet mignon, pesto-crusted sea bass, herb linguini with braised meatballs, seared ahi tuna, and roasted heirloom potatoes. They have plenty of vegetarian options, gluten-free options, and a careful selection of fine wines, too.