La Bella Cucina

La Bella Cucina Est. in 1995, La Bella Cucina is a locals favorite! After 25 years we still serve the best authentic Come visit!
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Chef Tony Riccio creates traditional Italian dishes at La Bella Cucina using only the freshest ingredients and the simplest methods of cooking; this brings out the natural flavor of every dish! On the menu, you will find flavors from his family's origins in Benavento and Naples, and each dish can be paired with a great variety of Italian wines from the new and old world. This small Italian deli also features display cases of scrumptious meats, cheeses, salads and dessert. All sandwiches are prepared on homemade fresh Italian rolls, and La Bella Cucina also serves salads, pastas and great pizzas. Amazing desserts including spimoni, tiramisu and cannolis are great ways to finish off a meal. There is plenty of seating on the patio so patrons can enjoy dishes created through the passions of Chef Tony Riccio and Elena.

6 years ago today, we shared that we were closing the doors to La Bella Cucina. Reading over the comments from 6 years a...
05/12/2026

6 years ago today, we shared that we were closing the doors to La Bella Cucina. Reading over the comments from 6 years ago today was bittersweet, but staying in touch with so many of you through catering and drop-off has been such a blessing.

With that said, if you've been craving your favorite dish from the restaurant, like Penne a la Vodka, Chicken Gorgonzola, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Chicken Picatta, Tiramisu, Calamari Salad, Pescatori, Rigatoni al Forno, or Lamb Shanks, to name a few, we’re still here!

Interested in a drop off or a private party, or are looking for some sauce? Email us and let's put together a menu to curb your cravings!

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What was your favorite dish? Tell us in the comments below! We miss you and are still so grateful and blessed to have met so many of you over the 25+ years at La Bella Cucina.

With heavy hearts, after 25 years, La Bella Cucina is closing its doors. Now, more than ever, we feel it is the appropriate time to embark on a new chapter. From Private Catering to small at Home Dinner Parties, we look forward to reinventing ourselves while keeping true to the flavors and experience that you have grown to love while dining with us.

On behalf of the La Bella Cucina staff and the Riccio family, thank you for your unconditional love and support, and more importantly, thank you for being part of our family. Each of you will forever hold a special place in our hearts. Ciao for now.

We’d love to reminisce about the last 25 years with you all. Please share your favorite experiences and meals with us at La Bella Cucina in the comments below!

For any inquiries please contact us at [email protected]

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Palm Desert, CA
92260

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