Bocca Bella Cafe & Bistro

Fantastic food, including gluten free options, friendly service, cozy atmosphere and plenty of local neighborhood characters. Absolutely outstanding.

Sweet cafe and bistro with the charm of Italy We decided to walk over to this charming little spot in the Auburndale section of Newton while visiting our son and his friend. There's ample street parking and a lot across from the restaurant. Charming first appearance outside with three wrought iron tables and chairs with umbrellas that were nicely flanked with pots of lovely flowering plants. Once inside to the left and in front of you is the bar area with a few tables at the window and perhaps 6 seats at the bar. To the right and straight back is the seating for approximately 30. Brick walls, nice lighting and a very friendly atmosphere. It reminded me of a lovely cafe in Siena. The boys opted for burgers, Turkey w lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese and homemade cranberry relish and The Portabella (Vegetarian) with Grilled portabella, grilled vegetables, Brie cheese. You can request gluten free bread. It was casual plating served with a bag of chips and a zesty garlic pickle. My Mediterranean Salad was fabulous and I mean it! Ice cold and crisp romaine lettuce with a generous scoop of hummus, tabbouleh, artichoke hearts, olives, yalanchi grape leaves, eggplant salad, roasted red peppers, wedges of lemon and yummy grilled wheat syrian bread. I will definitely order this again! Our waitress was very kind and efficient. We happened to be there on the night of the bartender Anthony's birthday! So it was cake for everyone! Such a nice crowd too. They have a case at the end of the bar with all their delightful homemade desserts - cannoli's, tira mi su, cakes, cookies! Next time we'll have to try a few. Their dinner menu changes nightly so go with an adventurous palate and prepare to be delighted. Looking forward to the next mouth watering meal...