Isabella's Italian Trattoria

A fresh breath of air in comparison to other Italian faire options in Lynchburg. Perhaps one of the primary reasons it was our first venture inside; we expected it to be a repeat of others and we were pleasantly surprised when we were greeted and seatedthough underdressed. The owner personally made sure we had seating although we had not made a reservation beforehand whichembraced a quality level of attention that Lynchburg restauranteurs are known for. Immediately overwhelmed at the ambiance andof the beauty inside the strip mall trattoria, we strode through the romantically lit room to a cozy booth and were made to feelwelcomed and comfortable. We both chose a dish from the specials and while they were incredible, the ribeye left us wanting.Sampling the mussels first was an excellent choice and we look forward to returning soon and choosing another appetizer, asselecting just one was tough! The server’s (David timing was impeccable and made sure the entrees arrived timely after themussels were cleared. Our drinks were a nice twist of an old fashioned favorite, basil infused mojitos (yum! , and our palletswere happily delighted all the way through the tiramisu (imported from Italy that we enjoyed for dessert. Will keep mindful ofmy rating with continued visits and further sampling of the menu. Five star atmosphere and staff! Thank you for having us.

Every time I return home to visit my parents, this restaurant is a must-visit. It somehow captures the essence and flavor of homemade Italian cooking for me. You simply can't pass this place up. It can get busy at times, but it's definitely worth the wait.

This was our first time dining at Isabella, but it certainly won't be our last. The atmosphere was fantastic—dim lighting and a cozy space that wasn't overly crowded. The service was excellent, just like the food. We ordered an appetizer, two entrées, and two desserts, along with a glass of house wine. Everything was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious!

Isabella's! I'm currently visiting for a couple of weeks but will be relocating here soon! We wanted to have a nice meal with our friends, and what an incredible experience it turned out to be! The atmosphere is beautiful, and the restaurant was lively and full of guests! Everything from the cocktails to the warm Italian bread to the main courses was perfect! The Italian dishes were absolutely delicious! The service was outstanding, and I definitely plan to come back in the future. It's truly a hidden gem. In the photo, you can see the Chicken Sausage Orecchiette for $22 and the Blackened Shrimp Pasta for $26.

Absolutely amazing! The food was outstanding. My husband and I enjoyed the scallops, while my mom had the tenderloin, and everything was wonderful. Our waiter, David, was fantastic! My husband is gluten-free, and they offered a great variety of dishes. Plus, the wine selection is incredible! I can't express just how wonderful everything was! We will definitely return!