We had a great dinner. The N'duja spread toasts are a flavor bomb and the perfect starter. Make sure to have a Mescan beer with them, perfect match! We also had the Calamari, I now have a whole new benchmark for Calamari! These we're sooooo good, make sure to order loads! For mains we had the "little moons" a great mushroom filled pasta with freshly grated Parmesan, and also the Raviolis with sea bass. The chef really blew our minds with the saffron - sun dried tomato combo on the raviolis - mind blowing! Wonderfull how the sea bass still came through and balanced out the palet. Would come back to Ireland just for this dish! Desserts were as expected after the excellent mains: Tiramisu spot on, and the Affogato luxurious and creamy. The staff was stellar and made sure we had a marvelous evening, we were so very touched by their welcoming and personal approach and their enthousiasm for the menu. A perfect score, we've had Michelin star dinners lacking the passion we felt this evening!
Italian · Westport, Co. Mayo
La Bella Vita Restaurant Westport
Open now Closes at 21:30 4.7 on Google · 485 reviews
Opening hours
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| Monday | 17:00 – 21:30 |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday today | 17:00 – 21:30 |
| Friday | 17:00 – 21:30 |
| Saturday | 17:00 – 21:30 |
| Sunday | 17:00 – 21:30 |
Hours from the venue's published listing, checked October 2026. Holiday hours may differ.
Full hours & directionsHigh Street, Westport, Co. Mayo
- CuisineItalian
- Price€€€
- Phone+353 98 29771
- Nearest stationWestport Station · 870 m
- SeatingOutdoor tables
- ServiceTakeaway
About La Bella Vita
La Bella Vita brings an Italian restaurant experience to High Street, Westport. Expect Italian comfort food — think fresh pasta, antipasti and classic desserts like tiramisù.
It sits about 880 m from Westport House — roughly a 11-minute walk. By rail, Westport Station is the closest station at 870 m. It is one of 58 places to eat we list in Westport. It shares the spot with Blue Thunder Fast Foods, which is just next door.
According to the listing data we hold, it offers takeaway, delivery and outdoor seating. Diners with dietary needs will be pleased to see vegan and vegetarian options noted. It opens 5 days a week from 5pm to 9:30pm and is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Diners rate it 4.7/5 on Google across 485 reviews, with recent reviewers most often mentioning pasta, friendly staff and tasty food. A typical bill comes to roughly €20–50 a head.
Key facts
| Cuisine | Italian |
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| Type | Restaurant |
| Price guide | €€€ (upscale) |
| Typical spend | €20–50 per person |
| Google rating | 4.7 / 5 from 485 reviews |
| Good for kids | Yes |
| Dogs welcome | Yes |
| Parking | Yes |
| Address | High Street, Westport, Co. Mayo |
| Phone | +353 98 29771 |
| Takeaway | Yes |
| Delivery | Yes |
| Outdoor seating | Yes |
| Reservations | Required |
| Vegetarian options | Yes |
| Vegan options | Yes |
| Open | 5 days a week · 23 hours in total |
| Nearest station | Westport Station (870 m) |
| Nearby landmark | Westport House (880 m) |
| From Dublin city centre | 221 km |
| Coordinates | 53.79807, -9.52291 |
At a glance
Services & amenities at La Bella Vita
Service
- Outdoor seating
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Dining
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
On the menu
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Paid street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Details as published on the venue's public business listing; they can change, so confirm anything essential with the restaurant.
Menu highlights
What to order at La Bella Vita
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€14
Calamari Fritti
Lightly fried squid, lemon and garlic aioli
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€17.50
Antipasto Misto
Parma ham, salame, mortadella, olives, pecorino
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€9
Tiramisù
Mascarpone, espresso-soaked savoiardi, cocoa
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€27
Linguine ai Frutti di Mare
Mussels, prawns, clams and squid, white wine, cherry tomatoes
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€16
Penne Arrabbiata
Tomato, garlic and chilli sauce
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€18
Diavola
Spicy salami, chilli, mozzarella
Typical dishes and approximate prices for this style of restaurant. The restaurant's own menu and prices may differ.
Estimated busy times
Usually busiest around 7pm on Thursdays.
Estimate based on opening hours and typical dining patterns for italian venues — not live data.
Good to know
- Today is — hours: 17:00 – 21:30
- Sunset in Westport today: 19:15
- Best time for a quieter table: 5pm or after 9pm
- One of 58 places to eat in Westport
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Reviews
What recent reviewers mention most:
PastaFriendly staffTasty food
Very nice restaurant with very fresh pasta, I would recommend not having food at least 5 hours before to make sure it doesn't feel heavy. My favourite was the cheese truffle ravioli. I recommend making a reservation before.
5 stars doesn't even begin to describe this lovely spot. We've been talking about coming back here for over a year, authentic pasta that makes your heart happy, and the most wonderful owner and staff. It just so happened we had our dog with us this time we were in the area, and they treated her with such kindness it was unbelievable. Definitely our favorite date night spot in Mayo! Best Sicilian food outside of Sicily 🤌🏻
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Where is La Bella Vita?
La Bella Vita is located at High Street, Westport, Co. Mayo. Use the map buttons above to open turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
Is La Bella Vita open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays the listed hours are 17:00 – 21:30.
What time does La Bella Vita close tonight?
It is open right now and closes at 21:30 (Irish time).
Does La Bella Vita do takeaway?
Yes, takeaway is available.
Can I book a table at La Bella Vita?
Yes. Reservations are required — call +353 98 29771 to book.
What other restaurants are near La Bella Vita?
The closest alternatives are Blue Thunder Fast Foods (20 m), Woodfire (20 m) and The ClockHouse Cafe (40 m).
How is La Bella Vita rated?
La Bella Vita has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 on Google, based on 485 public reviews. Reviewers often mention pasta, friendly staff and tasty food.
How much does a meal at La Bella Vita cost?
Most diners report spending about €20–50 per person.
Is La Bella Vita good for children?
Yes — it is listed as family friendly and offers a kids' menu.
Are dogs allowed at La Bella Vita?
Yes, dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables.
What is the nearest train station?
Westport Station is about 870 m away, roughly 11 minutes on foot.
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