Bella M'Briana
From the heart of Puglia, a story of quality that continues to conquer the world.
A story built on quality
“From 1999 to today, guardians of Apulian gastronomic excellence.”
Bella 'Mbriana was founded in 1999 in Bari with a simple yet ambitious idea: to bring authentic cuisine to the table, made with carefully selected ingredients, respect for tradition and a constant pursuit of quality.
In 2004, the project found its home in Polignano a Mare, which still represents the main location and the heart of the brand's identity today.
Over the years, Bella 'Mbriana has embarked on a path of growth and international expansion, opening locations in the Dominican Republic, Spain and later Colonial. Every location, whether active or concluded, has contributed to spreading the brand's philosophy, founded on excellence in raw materials, continuous research and authentic Italian tradition.
Quality is not a choice.
It is our method.
Bella 'Mbriana creates every single dish starting from one essential principle: uncompromising quality.
Our pizza represents the purest expression of this philosophy.
The dough is made using a dough ball of approximately 120 grams, designed to create a thin, light, fragrant and highly digestible pizza.
Only 1 gram of yeast is used for each dough batch, a rigorous choice that requires a natural fermentation process ranging from 3 to 8 days.
This long process produces an exceptionally light, crisp and easily digestible pizza.
Precisely because the dough is thin and light, the true protagonists become the toppings.
The Bella 'Mbriana Kitchen
The kitchen follows the same philosophy: simple dishes, traditional recipes and excellent ingredients. No excess. Only quality, authenticity and deep respect for the art of Italian cuisine.
Dough Ball Weight
A precisely calibrated dough ball designed to create a thin, light, fragrant and exceptionally digestible crust.
Yeast per Dough
Just 1 gram of yeast for a pure process, avoiding heaviness and rushed fermentation.
Natural Fermentation
From 72 to 192 hours of controlled maturation that transform complex sugars for exceptional digestibility.
Italian Ingredients
Because the dough is thin, the true protagonists become the outstanding toppings of Italian tradition.
Quality recognized
on television too
Bella 'Mbriana was featured and crowned the winner of the celebrated Little Big Italy – Santo Domingo episode (Season 3, Episode 9).
Before the show's judges and host, our restaurant stood out as the best Italian restaurant of the episode thanks to the quality of its culinary offering, the authenticity of its signature dough and its rigorous commitment to Apulian ingredients.
Our locations around the world
From the historic charm of Polignano a Mare to the elegance of the Caribbean and the Costa del Sol.
Polignano a Mare
Main Location & Headquarters
Nestled in the stunning setting of Polignano a Mare, our main location represents the beating heart of the Bella 'Mbriana identity.
Bayahibe
A Caribbean flagship destination
An oasis of authentic Italian gastronomy overlooking the crystal-clear waters of Bayahibe, recognized on television as the best Italian restaurant in the area.
Marbella
Mediterranean Elegance on the Costa del Sol
In the sophisticated setting of the Costa del Sol, Bella 'Mbriana Marbella combines contemporary design with the historic recipes of our tradition.
Upcoming International Openings
Bella 'Mbriana is constantly evaluating new exclusive locations in the world's leading capitals and tourist destinations.
Bring Bella 'Mbriana
to your city
An excellence-driven model based on brand licensing with royalties and direct support from the ownership team.
Brand Licensing with Royalties & Personal Support
Bella 'Mbriana does not offer a traditional franchise, but a tailored model based on brand licensing with royalties, where the ownership team personally participates in and supports every new opening through operational success.
Brand Licensing
The investor develops the venue according to the official guidelines. Bella 'Mbriana transfers its complete know-how and supports the team throughout the opening phase, with the ownership team directly present for approximately two months, guiding the project through full operational launch. A royalty is then paid for use of the brand.
Strategic Partnership
For highly selected projects in strategic locations or international capitals, the ownership team may consider a direct equity participation in the company, while maintaining the model based on royalties and joint control of excellence standards.
Our identity is our value
Every new opening must fully respect the Bella 'Mbriana identity to ensure that every location around the world is a natural and authentic extension of the flagship venue in Polignano a Mare.
“If you would like to bring Bella 'Mbriana to your city, contact us to arrange an introductory meeting. We will be pleased to present the project and explore the possibility of working together.”
Our Gallery
Moments, flavors and places that tell the story of the Bella 'Mbriana identity.
Contact & Management
We are available for reservations, institutional information and meetings regarding new openings.
Polignano a Mare
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, 22 — 70044 Polignano a Mare (BA), Italy
Direct Contact Details for Each Location
Polignano a Mare
ItalyPiazza Vittorio Emanuele II, 22, 70044 Polignano a Mare (BA), Italy
Bayahibe
Dominican RepublicRooftop Plaza Atlantis, Dominicus, Bayahibe, Dominican Republic
Marbella
SpainCalle Misericordia, 13, 29602 Marbella, Spain