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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Adored Italian restaurant with 90 branches across the UK closes in town centre after serving customers for over 9 years
No specific reason has been given for the restaurant's sudden closure CLOSING TIME Adored Italian restaurant with 90 branches across the UK closes in town centre after serving customers for over 9 years A POPULAR Italian restaurant branch is sadly set to close its doors in a north of England town centre. Bella Italia has announced the closure of its Darlington branch at the end of its current lease in early July. Advertisement 2 Bella Italia to close restaurant at Darlington DL1 complex Credit: Bella Italia It was one of the first restaurants to open in the DL1 complex when it launched in 2016. But it is now set to wrap up operations at the site after nine years of serving happy customers. No specific reason has been given for the restaurant's sudden closure. However, Bella Italia has confirmed the branch will close its doors in the first week of July. Advertisement A spokesperson for the chain paid tribute to the "fantastic" branch staff as they announced the closure. They said: 'We can confirm that our restaurant in Darlington will cease trading at the end of our current lease in the first week of July. "We would like to thank our fantastic team at Darlington who have done an amazing job over the years. "We would also like to thank our wonderful Darlington guests; we hope to see them again in one of our other north-east restaurants." Advertisement It comes as number of big name businesses continue to pull out of the DL1 complex in Darlington's town centre. Tomahawk Steakhouse, Prezzo, Mango Bean are among the others to have left the site. A spokesperson told the Northern Echo in April that it is 'still in the process of reviewing future plans and no final decision has yet been made regarding reopening'. Bella Italia remains one of Britain's most popular Italian restaurant chains, with dozens of venues across the UK and Ireland. Advertisement Its parent company went into administration in 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic. The company would be acquired and re-branded later that year.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Adored Italian restaurant with 90 branches across the UK closes in town centre after serving customers for over 9 years
A POPULAR Italian restaurant branch is sadly set to close its doors in a north of England town centre. Bella Italia has announced the closure of its Darlington branch at the end of its current lease in early July. 2 It was one of the first restaurants to open in the DL1 complex when it launched in 2016. But it is now set to wrap up operations at the site after nine years of serving happy customer s. No specific reason has been given for the restaurant's sudden closure. However, Bella Italia has confirmed the branch will close its doors in the first week of July. A spokesperson for the chain paid tribute to the "fantastic" branch staff as they announced the closure. They said: 'We can confirm that our restaurant in Darlington will cease trading at the end of our current lease in the first week of July. "We would like to thank our fantastic team at Darlington who have done an amazing job over the years. "We would also like to thank our wonderful Darlington guests; we hope to see them again in one of our other north-east restaurants." It comes as number of big name businesses continue to pull out of the DL1 complex in Darlington's town centre. Tomahawk Steakhouse, Prezzo, Mango Bean are among the others to have left the site. A spokesperson told the Northern Echo in April that it is 'still in the process of reviewing future plans and no final decision has yet been made regarding reopening'. Bella Italia remains one of Britain's most popular Italian restaurant chains, with dozens of venues across the UK and Ireland. Its parent company went into administration in 2020 at the height of the COVID pandemic. The company would be acquired and re-branded later that year.
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Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Bella Italia to giveaway free meal in partnership with WeDonate
Blood donors can claim a free Bella Italia meal 🩸 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... WeDonate and Bella Italia are giving away a free meal The complimentary main course is exclusively for WeDonate blood donors The partnership is to celebrate blood donors across the UK Iconic Italian chain restaurant Bella Italia has joined forces with WeDonate, as a way to say thank you to blood donors across the UK. WeDonate is a free donor celebration platform, which partners with various brands to give back to blood donors. The platform was launched following a personal experience by co-founder Steve King, which ignited a passion to express gratitude to those who give blood in the UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad We Donate's most recent partnership is with Bella Italia, who are coming together to say thank you to life-saving blood donors, by offering a free main course at Bella Italia restaurants across the country. Bella Italia to giveaway free meal in partnership with WeDonate to say thank you to blood donors in the UK | Adobe Stock To claim the free main course and other exclusive discounts from WeDonate, blood doners must first register on the WeDonate website. The offer includes one complimentary main meal, which can be redeemed with the purchase of a drink. The free meal can only be claimed by verified WeDonate members. The offer will run until Friday June 6, 2025 and will not be available on Saturdays. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The campaign by WeDonate and Bella Italia is not only a way to say thank you to blood donors but also to raise awareness towards blood donation. Steve King, CEO of WeDonate, said: 'With blood stocks recently reaching unprecedentedly low levels, there's never been a more critical time to raise awareness and thank the heroes who step up to help others. Since eating well and staying hydrated are key both before and after donating, I'm thrilled to be partnering with Bella Italia to give a little something back and support our incredible donor community.' If you have a food and drink story to share with us, we'd love to hear from you. You can now send your stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
North Wales Live
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Bella Italia offering free unlimited Garlic Doughballs for one day
Bella Italia has announced a free treat with Bottomless Doughball Day. For Wednesday, May 14 only, guests can have unlimited Garlic Doughballs, free, all you have to do is make one other purchase. Normally priced at £6.99, the offer is designed to reward loyal guests. Bottomless Doughball Day is part of Bella Italia's 'Feel Bella' initiative. A Bella Italia spokesperson said: 'Our Garlic Doughballs are one of the most-loved items on our menu, and we wanted to give our guests something really fun to look forward to. Bottomless Doughball Day is all about bringing people together, creating a little buzz, and of course, making sure no one leaves hungry! But it's only here for one day, so don't miss your chance.' To get involved, visit your nearest Bella Italia restaurant on Wednesday, May 14, order any item, and enjoy unlimited servings of Garlic Doughballs throughout your visit. Offer available for dine-in only. Guests can only order their next plate of doughballs after finishing the current one. One plate per person at a time. Offer applies to Garlic Doughballs only and is subject to availability. Not available on delivery.
Wales Online
13-05-2025
- General
- Wales Online
Bella Italia offering free unlimited Garlic Doughballs for one day
Bella Italia offering free unlimited Garlic Doughballs for one day Bella Italia offering free unlimited Garlic Doughballs for one day Bella Italia has announced a free treat with Bottomless Doughball Day. For Wednesday, May 14 only, guests can have unlimited Garlic Doughballs, free, all you have to do is make one other purchase. Normally priced at £6.99, the offer is designed to reward loyal guests. Bottomless Doughball Day is part of Bella Italia's 'Feel Bella' initiative. A Bella Italia spokesperson said: 'Our Garlic Doughballs are one of the most-loved items on our menu, and we wanted to give our guests something really fun to look forward to. Bottomless Doughball Day is all about bringing people together, creating a little buzz, and of course, making sure no one leaves hungry! But it's only here for one day, so don't miss your chance.' Article continues below To get involved, visit your nearest Bella Italia restaurant on Wednesday, May 14, order any item, and enjoy unlimited servings of Garlic Doughballs throughout your visit. Offer available for dine-in only. Guests can only order their next plate of doughballs after finishing the current one. One plate per person at a time. Offer applies to Garlic Doughballs only and is subject to availability. Not available on delivery.
