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Enjoy delicious pasta at our Italian Restaurant in Lakeside

Craving a taste of proper Italian food in Lakeside? Bella Italia is your go-to for bold flavours, big bowls of pasta, and laid-back dining inside Lakeside Shopping Centre. With a menu full of Italian favourites, we’re one of the top places to eat in Lakeside—ideal for mid-shopping pit stops, family feasts, or winding down after a busy day.

At Bella Italia Lakeside, pasta is the star. Served up with soul, sauce, and a whole lot of celebration, our Italian restaurant is here to bring joy to every bite.

Opening Times

Monday12:00 - 21:00
Tuesday12:00 - 21:00
Wednesday12:00 - 21:00
Thursday12:00 - 21:00
Friday11:30 - 22:00
Saturday11:30 - 22:00
Sunday11:00 - 19:00

Festive Hours

Fri 18 Dec11:30 - 22:00
Sat 19 Dec11:30 - 22:00
Sun 20 Dec11:00 - 19:00
Mon 21 Dec12:00 - 22:00
Tue 22 Dec12:00 - 22:00
Wed 23 Dec12:00 - 22:00
Thu 24 Dec11:30 - 21:00
Fri 25 Dec Closed
Sat 26 Dec11:30 - 21:00
Sun 27 Dec11:00 - 19:00
Mon 28 Dec12:00 - 22:00
Tue 29 Dec12:00 - 22:00
Wed 30 Dec12:00 - 22:00
Thu 31 Dec12:00 - 22:00
Fri 1 Jan11:30 - 22:00
Sat 2 Jan11:30 - 22:00
Sun 3 Jan11:00 - 19:00

Find Us

Unit 1B The Broadwalk , Thurrock, RM20 2ZN

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Facilities

Outdoor Seating
Accessible Toilet
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What's On

Enjoy bottomless offers at Bella Italia this festive season!

Bottomless Festive Deals

Kick off the festivities with 90 minutes of bottomless goodness.

Get stuck into:

Bottomless Dough Balls - 17–19 Nov
Bottomless Carbonara - 24–26 Nov
Bottomless Pigs in Blankets - 10 Dec

Three Offers. Three Dates. Don't Miss Out.

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Celebrate Christmas 2026 at Bella Italia

Christmas Celebrations

Book Your Table Before It's Gone

Whether you're planning a festive meal with friends, a family celebration or a full blown office Christmas party, we have the perfect setting for your festive plans.

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Kids Eat Free at Bella Italia

Kids Eat Free

At Bella Italia, Kids Eat FREE Sunday to Thursday, all year round with every adult main.

Cheesy pizzas to comforting pastas, there’s something for every little appetite.

Easy, great-value family dining — without stretching the budget.

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20% Extra Value On Gift Cards

This Black Friday, there’s even more to love at Bella Italia!

Get 20% EXTRA VALUE on all gift cards purchased between 2–26 November 2026.

Whether you’re treating yourself or someone special, enjoy even more Italian favourites for your money.

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Don't Miss Our NEW Protein-Packed Pasta

Give your favourite dish a protein boost and upgrade your pasta for our new protein-enriched fusilli for just £1.

Available to add to three Bella classics: fiery Gamberoni, rich Marco Polo or creamy Carbonara.

Same Bella flavour. More goodness.
More to love.

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Offers at Lakeside

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30% Off For Students

Calling all students...enjoy 30% OFF FOOD, all day Sunday–Thursday, all year round. That’s more pasta & more pizza without stretching the student loan.

Simply sign up for your exclusive code, show your Student ID and you're in!

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25% off total bill for Bluelight & DDS

A little thank you to everyone who works for our Emergency Services, NHS and Armed Forces, from the whole team at Bella - get a code to redeem from Bluelight.

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What our customers say about us

★★★★★

"Loved my meal at Bella Italia! Perfect treat for the family on Father’s Day 🤗 Our waiter was lovely and made us feel so welcome! Amazing service and amazing food! Will be back 👏"

★★★★★

"The food has been delicious. Tasted fresh. Service was great too. Sat down quickly and attended to by our waitress when we needed her. Overall a great experience and will come back."

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