Today’s feature for #100AsianRestaurantsInMaryland takes us to Laurel, and if you love bold flavors and comfort food mashups, this one deserves a spot on your list. Bella Indian & Italian Cuisine has become one of my go-to spots for Indian pizza. And not just pizza, they also offer Indian calzones, which I’m a HUGE fan of.
What I always order at Bella Indian & Italian Cuisine
My standing order is the butter chicken pizza + the chicken tikka calzone. The butter chicken pizza is loaded. I ordered the 10-inch pie for $13.99, and it came generously topped with meat. You can customize your spice level (I went with medium), and they also offer additional toppings like green peppers, red onions, and mushrooms for 50 cents each.
The flavors hit exactly how you want them to – creamy, savory butter chicken over a cheesy, crispy crust. It’s comforting but still has that Indian spice depth that makes it different from your usual pizza. Then there’s the chicken tikka calzone, which is $15.99 and honestly pretty big. It’s baked until golden and buttery, filled with flavorful chicken tikka, and served with a sauce for dipping that takes it over the top. Again, I ordered medium spice, and it was perfect.
Why It’s Worth a Visit
As their name suggests, Bella Indian & Italian Cuisine offers both Indian and Italian staples. I’ll be honest though, I usually stick to the pizza and calzone because that’s what I crave here. But if you explore more of the menu, I’d love to hear what you think. Definitely make sure to leave me a comment below if you go! If you’re in the Laurel area and want something different from your usual rotation, this is a solid option.
📍7423 Van Dusen Rd, Laurel
⏰Su-Th 11-9pm, F & Sa 11-10pm
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