Vita Bella Ristorante Menu

4.2
(75+ Reviews)
$$Italian
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • Penne Alla Vodka

      Sautéed chicken breast, penne pasta gently tossed in our homemade vodka sauce, topped off with fresh basil.
      $13.00
      Penne Alla Vodka
    • Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

      Sautéed chicken, broccoli florets, creamy Alfredo sauce, gently tossed in with choice of pasta.
      $14.00
      Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
    • French Onion Soup Cup

      Caramelized onions in a savory broth, topped with melted cheese. Choice of cup or bowl.
      $5.50
      French Onion Soup Cup
    • Chicken Piccata

      Sautéed chicken, capers, in our garlic and lemon sauce, and served over choice of pasta.
      $13.00
      Chicken Piccata
    • Tiramisu

      Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder, garnished with a sprig of fresh mint and a dollop of whipped cream.
      $9.00
      Tiramisu
    • BLT Sandwich

      Lightly toasted sourdough bread, apple wood bacon, mayonnaise, lettuce.
      $12.00
      BLT Sandwich
    • Chicken Marsala

      Sautéed chicken, fresh mushroom, garlic, Marsala wine sauce, served over choice of pasta.
      $14.00
      Chicken Marsala
    • Sample Trio

      Chicken tenders, potato skins and mozzarella moons, served with sriracha aioli, sour cream and marinara sauce.
      $22.00
      Sample Trio
    • Mozzarella Moon

      Golden brown fried mozzarella half moons.
      $14.00
      Mozzarella Moon
    • Chicken Piccata

      Sautéed chicken, capers, in our garlic and lemon sauce, and served over choice of pasta.
      $26.00
      Chicken Piccata
    • French Fries

      Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
      $6.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Fresh hand-cut romaine hearts, gently tossed in a creamy caesar dressing, topped with homemade croutons, and parmesan cheese.
      $5.00
  • Antipasti

    • Mozzarella Moon

      Golden brown fried mozzarella half moons.
      $14.00
      Mozzarella Moon
    • Eggplant Napoleon

      Fried to perfection eggplant, fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced tomato, vodka creamy sauce.
      $15.00
      Eggplant Napoleon
    • Bruschetta

      House-made crostini, fresh mozzarella cheese, top off with diced tomatoes, fresh basil, red onions fresh squeezed lemon juice, drizzled with balsamic glazed.
      $14.00
      Bruschetta
    • Calamari

      Hand cut calamari rings, lightly breaded with hot banana peppers and fried to perfection, served with sriracha aioli.
      $16.00
    • Thai Wings

      House-marinated jumbo wings, grilled and dusted with our Thai chili rub, served with peanut dipping sauce.
      $18.00
    • Wings

      Our jumbo size wings, tossed in your choice of hot buffalo sauce, sweet chili sauce or plain, serve with celery and carrots and choice of dipping sauce. Ranch, blue cheese.
      $17.00
    • Chicken Tenders

      Hand cut and house marinated chicken tenders, fried until golden brown and serve with sweet and sour sauce, celery sticks and carrots.
      $16.00
    • Caprese Flatbread

      Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes, pesto, lightly baked, fresh basil.
      $18.00
    • Mussels Bianca

      Fresh mussels, cooked in garlic, tomatoes and scallion wine sauce, served with garlic bread.
      $18.00
      Mussels Bianca
    • Antipasto

      Prosciutto, soppressata salami, hard salami, pepper salami, sharp cheddar, pepper jack cheese, marinated artichoke hearts, kalamata & green olives, roasted red peppers.
      $19.00
    • Chicken Bacon Ranch Flatbread

      Mozzarella cheese, grilled chicken, bacon, baked until golden brown and top off with drizzle ranch dressing.
      $20.00
    • Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

      Seasoned sea scallops wrapped in hickory smoked bacon
      $17.00
    • Potato Skins

      House-made crispy potato skins, topped with melted cheese and bacon, baked until golden brown, garnished with scallions and serve with sour cream.
      $12.00
    • Sample Trio

      Chicken tenders, potato skins and mozzarella moons, served with sriracha aioli, sour cream and marinara sauce.
      $22.00
      Sample Trio
  • Zuppa

    • New England Clam Chowder Bowl

      New England clam chowder, a creamy soup featuring tender clams, potatoes, and onions, often complemented by celery and bacon for added depth.
      $7.99
    • New England Clam Chowder Cup

      Gluten free.
      $6.99
    • French Onion Soup Cup

      Caramelized onions in a savory broth, topped with melted cheese. Choice of cup or bowl.
      $5.50
      French Onion Soup Cup
  • Salads

    Choice of dressing: ranch, Italian, blue cheese, balsamic, honey mustard, Greek, or Caesar.
    • Beet Salad

      Fresh chopped mix greens, tomatoes, roasted beets, glazed walnuts, cranberries, feta cheese, tossed in your choice of dressing.
      $17.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Fresh hand-cut romaine hearts, gently tossed in a creamy caesar dressing, topped with homemade croutons, and Parmesan cheese.
      $12.00
    • Greek Salad

      Fresh chopped mix green, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, green peppers, kalamata olives, tossed in Greek dressing and garnish with Greek oregano.
      $15.00
    • House Salad

      Fresh chopped mix greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, green peppers, and kalamata olives, tossed in your choice of dressing.
      $11.00
    • Cobb Salad

      Mix greens, cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, green peppers, kalamata olives, mozzarella cheese, crumble bacon, hard boiled egg, grilled chicken, tossed in our choice of dressing.
      $18.00
  • Handhelds

    All of our sandwiches are served on a toasted ciabatta bun and served with fries. Gluten free bun available upon request for an additional charge.
    • French Dip

      Sliced rib-eye steak, caramelized onions, swiss cheese, served on french bread with french fires and a side of au jus.
      $16.00
    • Classic Burger

      Our 8 oz hand crafted burger patty, lettuce tomatoes, pickles. Add cheese or bacon for an additional charge.
      $13.00
      Classic Burger
    • Bacon Mushroom

      Hand-crafted 8 oz patty, bacon, Swiss cheese and sautéed mushrooms.
      $15.00
    • BLT Sandwich

      Lightly toasted sourdough bread, apple wood bacon, mayonnaise, lettuce.
      $12.00
      BLT Sandwich
    • Grilled Chicken Wrap

      Grilled chicken, romaine hearts, Parmesan cheese, tossed in our creamy caesar dressing and wrapped in a honey wheat wrap.
      $13.00
    • Mauricio's Spicy Chicken Sandwich

      Served on toasted ciabatta, spicy aioli, lettuce, tomato, American cheese and french fries.
      $18.00
    • Fish Sandwich

      Fresh hand batter haddock fillets, fried to golden brown, lettuce, tomatoes and tartar sauce.
      $17.00
    • Honey BBQ Chicken Wrap

      Golden brown fried chicken tenders, tossed in our homemade honey BBQ sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, shredded Cheddar cheese.
      $16.00
  • Pasta

    Choice of homemade fettuccine, penne, fusilli or angel hair pasta. Gluten free pasta available upon request for an additional charge.
    • Seafood Mornay

      Sautéed shrimp, scallops, mushrooms, in our three cheeses Alfredo sauce, topped of with seasoned bread crumbs and baked until golden brown with penne.
      $32.00
      Seafood Mornay
    • Fettuccine and Clams

      Gently sautéed fresh clams n marinara & basil sauce
      $28.00
    • Eggplant Parmigiana

      Hand cut fresh eggplant, lightly breaded and fried to golden brown, homemade marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection, over choice of pasta.
      $24.00
    • Chicken Parmigiana

      Golden fried chicken breast, baked with our homemade marinara sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection, over choice of pasta.
      $26.00
      Chicken Parmigiana
    • Chicken Piccata

      Sautéed chicken, capers, in our garlic and lemon sauce, and served over choice of pasta.
      $26.00
      Chicken Piccata
    • Chicken Marsala

      Sautéed chicken, fresh mushroom, garlic, Marsala wine sauce, served over choice of pasta.
      $27.00
      Chicken Marsala
    • Meat Lasagna

      Layers of pasta lined with homemade meat sauce, ricotta cheese, and topped with shredded mozzarella cheese and baked until golden brown.
      $22.00
    • Taste of Italy

      Lets take a trip to Italy, with our homemade lasagna, chicken parmigiana and homemade Alfredo sauce, top with marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese and baked until golden brown.
      $32.00
    • Signature Ravioli

      Call restaurant for today's filling flavor
      $32.00
    • Penne Alla Vodka

      Sautéed chicken breast, penne pasta gently tossed in our homemade vodka sauce, topped off with fresh basil.
      $23.00
      Penne Alla Vodka
    • Pasta and Sauce

      Our homemade marinara sauce over choice of pasta.
      $12.00
    • Tuscan Salmon

      Creamy Alfredo sauce, cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach and balanced with sun dried tomatoes.
      $31.00
    • Veal Parmigiana

      Our veal cutlet, hand breaded and fried, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and baked until golden brown, served over choice of pasta.
      $26.00
    • Frutti Di Mare

      Mussels, scallops, calamari, shrimp, clams, sautéed in our homemade spicy marinara sauce.
      $42.00
    • Baked Ziti Parmigiana

      A perfect combination of fresh garlic, fresh basil, house made marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, tossed gently with ziti, baked until golden brown.
      $18.00
    • Veal Marsala

      Lightly sautéed veal cutlet, mushrooms, garlic, Marsala wine sauce, served over choice of pasta.
      $28.00
    • Beef Bolognese

      Slow cooked beef, pork, veal, carrot, onions, celery, and reduced in red wine, served over choice of pasta.
      $24.00
      Beef Bolognese
    • Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

      Sautéed chicken, broccoli florets, creamy Alfredo sauce, gently tossed in with choice of pasta.
      $26.00
      Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
    • Shrimp Scampi

      Sautéed shrimp, cherry tomatoes, fresh mushroom, scallions, spinach, in a white wine and garlic sauce, served over choice of pasta.
      $28.00
  • Entrée

    • Mixed Grill

      Grilled chicken, steak tips and sausage with choice of two sides
      $31.00
    • Baked Haddock

      Fresh haddock, seasoned Ritz crackers, melted butter, pair with two sides.
      $24.00
      Baked Haddock
    • Pan Seared Haddock

      Pasta lightly breaded haddock, sautéed in a garlic lemon sauce, served over choice of pasta.
      $25.00
    • Steak Tips

      Our house cut and marinated steak tips pair with choice of two sides.
      $31.00
    • Baked Scallops

      Fresh scallops, lightly topped with seasoned ritz crackers and melted butter, pair with two sides.
      $28.00
    • Seafood Trio

      Baked haddock, shrimp, scallops pair with choice of two sides.
      $32.00
    • Surf and Turf

      Steak tips with choice of baked or fried shrimp, scallops or haddock pair with choice of two sides.
      $45.00
    • Chicken Saltimbocca

      Pan seared chicken cutlets wrapped in prosciutto with a mushroom beaurre blanc sauce with two sides.
      $24.00
    • Grilled Salmon

      Atlantic salmon, lightly seasoned and grilled to perfection, pair with two sides.
      $28.00
    • Tuscan Chicken

      Grilled chicken breast served with a creamy Alfredo and sun-dried tomatoes sauce with your choice of two sides.
      $28.00
      Tuscan Chicken
  • Sides

    • Sautéed Truffle Mushrooms

      Mushrooms sautéed with truffle oil, typically includes garlic and a hint of fresh herbs.
      $8.00
    • Sautéed Spinach

      Sautéed green goodness, perfect for health-conscious diners seeking a flavorful leafy greens option.
      $6.00
    • Baked Potatoes

      Oven-baked potatoes, often seasoned with herbs and olive oil, offering a simple yet satisfying side dish.
      $4.00
    • House Salad

      Fresh chopped mix greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, green peppers, and kalamata olives, tossed in your choice of dressing.
      $6.00
    • Caesar Salad

      Fresh hand-cut romaine hearts, gently tossed in a creamy caesar dressing, topped with homemade croutons, and parmesan cheese.
      $5.00
    • Sautéed Vegetable

      A medley of seasonal vegetables sautéed with garlic and olive oil.
      $6.00
    • Sweet Waffle Fries

      Waffle-cut sweet potato fries, fried until crispy.
      $8.00
    • Mashed Potatoes

      Creamy, buttery whipped potatoes, perfectly seasoned for a comforting side dish.
      $6.00
    • Sausage

      Savory, perfectly seasoned sausage links, a classic breakfast favorite.
      $7.00
    • Coleslaw

      Crisp shredded cabbage in a creamy, tangy dressing.
      $6.00
    • Jasmine Rice

      Jasmine rice pilaf, typically includes a blend of herbs and spices, gently sautéed to enhance its natural fragrance.
      $5.00
    • Homemade Meatballs

      Homemade meatballs typically include a blend of ground meats, seasoned and formed into balls, simmered in a rich marinara sauce.
      $6.00
    • French Fries

      Crispy golden strips of deliciousness served hot and seasoned to perfection.
      $6.00
  • Kids' Menu

    • Cheese Pizza

      Classic combination of melted mozzarella cheese on a savory crust.
      $8.00
    • Pasta and Sauce

      Our homemade marinara sauce over choice of pasta.
      $7.00
    • Cheeseburger

      Classic beef patty topped with melted cheese, served on a grilled bun.
      $7.00
    • Mac and Cheese

      Creamy, classic macaroni in a rich, velvety cheese sauce.
      $7.00
    • Chicken Fingers

      Crispy strips of breaded chicken, perfect for dipping and enjoying with your favorite sauce.
      $7.00
    • Grilled Cheese

      Cheesy delight on toasted bread, perfect for those craving a classic comfort food.
      $7.00
  • Dessert

    • Cheesecake with strawberries GF

      Creamy cheesecake, gluten-free, with fresh strawberries atop a crumbly biscuit base.
      $9.00
    • Flourless Chocolate Lava Cake with Ice Cream GF

      Decadent, flourless chocolate cake with a gooey molten center, typically includes a scoop of ice cream. Gluten-free.
      $11.00
    • Italian Lemon Cream Cake

      Vanilla cake layers filled with a tangy Italian lemon cream, often finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar.
      $9.00
      Italian Lemon Cream Cake
    • Tiramisu

      Layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder, garnished with a sprig of fresh mint and a dollop of whipped cream.
      $9.00
      Tiramisu
    • Apple Crisp with Ice Cream

      Warm, baked apples nestled under a crispy, crumbly topping, traditionally served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
      $11.00
  • Lunch

    Everyday 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM.
    • Chicken Marsala

      Sautéed chicken, fresh mushroom, garlic, Marsala wine sauce, served over choice of pasta.
      $14.00
      Chicken Marsala
    • Chicken Piccata

      Sautéed chicken, capers, in our garlic and lemon sauce, and served over choice of pasta.
      $13.00
      Chicken Piccata
    • Baked Haddock

      Fresh haddock, seasoned ritz crackers, melted butter, pair with two side.
      $14.00
      Baked Haddock
    • Eggplant Parmigiana

      Hand cut fresh eggplant, lightly breaded and fried to golden brown, homemade marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection, over choice of pasta.
      $12.00
    • Baked Ziti Parmigiana

      A perfect combination of fresh garlic, fresh basil, house made marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, tossed gently with ziti, baked until golden brown.
      $12.00
    • Chicken Parmigiana

      Golden fried chicken breast, baked with our homemade marinara sauce, topped with mozzarella cheese and baked to perfection, over choice of pasta.
      $14.00
      Chicken Parmigiana
    • Fried Shrimp

      Golden fried shrimp served with French fries, coleslaw, and tartar sauce.
      $14.00
      Fried Shrimp
    • Fried Haddock

      Fresh haddock, fried until golden brown, served with French fries and tartar.
      $14.00
    • Baked Scallops

      Fresh scallops, lightly topped with seasoned ritz crackers and melted butter, pair with two sides.
      $16.00
    • Penne Alla Vodka

      Sautéed chicken breast, penne pasta gently tossed in our homemade vodka sauce, topped off with fresh basil.
      $13.00
      Penne Alla Vodka
    • Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

      Sautéed chicken, broccoli florets, creamy Alfredo sauce, gently tossed in with choice of pasta.
      $14.00
      Chicken Broccoli Alfredo

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