Il Bellagio: Two Decades of Italian Tradition in Rosemary Square

Tucked into the heart of Rosemary Square (formerly CityPlace) in downtown West Palm Beach, Il Bellagio brings classic Italian cooking to a lively, plaza-side setting. The restaurant has been part of the neighborhood's dining scene for more than two decades, building its menu around family recipes and Italian tradition.

A Family Recipe, Reimagined

Il Bellagio traces its roots to 2001, when it first opened in what was then CityPlace. According to the restaurant, the concept grew out of a family grandmother's kitchen, with recipes and techniques passed down and adapted for a full-service dining room. The name nods to Bellagio, the town on Italy's Lake Como, a reference the restaurant ties to South Florida's own warm, waterside character. After 23 years at its original address, Il Bellagio relocated to a larger space just steps away, expanding its kitchen and seating while keeping its original culinary approach intact.

An Indoor-Outdoor Italian Setting

The current space is built around both indoor and outdoor dining, including a covered patio with greenery and fountains, an indoor-outdoor bar, cushioned booths, and several private rooms for events. On the menu, examples of what diners might find include handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and seafood-forward entrees, alongside a wine list and bar bites — though offerings can change with the seasons.

Good to Know

Il Bellagio is located at 700 S Rosemary Ave #124, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, inside Rosemary Square. Beyond regular lunch and dinner service, the restaurant offers private event spaces, catering, and takeout, making it a flexible option for both a casual bite and a larger group gathering.