Bella vita's Menu

We offer a variety of dishes, from traditional to modern, that are sure to satisfy your cravings.

Begin in the Italian way — shared plates of cured meats, fresh cheeses, and small bites to open the table.

Burrata Pugliese $14.00: Creamy burrata from fresh cow's milk over heirloom tomatoes, basil, and a drizzle of cold-pressed Tuscan olive oil, finished with flaked sea salt.
Bruschetta al Pomodoro $9.50: Grilled rustic bread rubbed with garlic and topped with vine-ripened tomatoes, basil, and extra-virgin olive oil.
Crispy Calamari $19.00: Lightly floured calamari fried until golden, served with lemon and a spicy arrabbiata dipping sauce.
Tagliere di Salumi $18.00: A board of imported prosciutto di Parma, soppressata, and aged provolone with marinated olives and grissini.
Carpaccio di Manzo $16.00: Thinly sliced raw beef tenderloin with arugula, shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, capers, and lemon.
Nonna's Meatballs $12.00: Grandmother's beef-and-pork meatballs braised in San Marzano tomato sugo, finished with basil and Parmigiano.
Alfredo pasta $15.00: Creamy fettuccine tossed with butter, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and a touch of fresh cream in the classic Roman style.

Our first courses — handmade pasta and risotto, the soul of the Italian table.

Tagliatelle al Ragù $22.00: Fresh egg tagliatelle in a slow-braised Bolognese ragù of beef and pork, finished with butter and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Risotto ai Funghi $21.00: Carnaroli rice slowly stirred with porcini and cremini mushrooms, white wine, butter, and aged Parmigiano.
Spaghetti alle Vongole $24.00: Spaghetti tossed with fresh Manila clams, garlic, white wine, parsley, and a touch of chili and good olive oil.
Lasagne al Forno $20.00: Layers of fresh pasta, Bolognese ragù, béchamel, and mozzarella, baked until golden and bubbling.
Gnocchi al Pomodoro $19.00: Pillowy potato gnocchi in a bright San Marzano tomato-basil sauce with a spoonful of fresh ricotta.
Cacio e Pepe $18.00: Tonnarelli pasta emulsified with Pecorino Romano and cracked black pepper — Rome on a plate.
Truffle Tagliatelle $32.00: Fresh egg tagliatelle tossed with black truffle, butter, and Parmigiano-Reggiano for an elegant, earthy finish.

Main courses of meat and fish, cooked simply to let the ingredients speak.

Osso Buco alla Milanese $34.00: Braised veal shank slow-cooked with white wine, soffritto, and broth, served over saffron risotto with gremolata.
Branzino al Forno $31.00: Whole Mediterranean sea bass roasted with lemon, herbs, and olive oil, served with blistered cherry tomatoes.
Pollo alla Parmigiana $26.00: Golden breaded chicken breast topped with San Marzano sugo and melted mozzarella, served with spaghetti.
Bistecca alla Fiorentina $58.00: Char-grilled bone-in ribeye finished with rosemary, sea salt, and Tuscan olive oil. For two to share.
Saltimbocca alla Romana $28.00: Veal scaloppine layered with prosciutto and sage in a white wine and butter pan sauce.
Melanzane alla Parmigiana $22.00: Layered eggplant baked with tomato, basil, mozzarella, and Parmigiano — a beloved vegetarian classic.

Wood-fired pizzas with traditional toppings and house-made dough, baked to perfection.

Classic Cheese $18.00: Classic pizza with San Marzano tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, and extra-virgin olive oil.
Quattro Formaggi $18.00: A blend of mozzarella, gorgonzola, ricotta, and Parmigiano-Reggiano with a drizzle of truffle oil.
Prosciutto e Rucola $19.00: Tomato base topped with mozzarella, prosciutto di Parma, fresh arugula, and shaved Parmigiano.
Diavola $17.00: Spicy pizza with tomato, mozzarella, pepperoni, and fresh chili flakes for a kick.
Bianca $15.00: White pizza with ricotta, mozzarella, garlic, rosemary, and a touch of olive oil.
Pepperoni Pizza $18.00: Classic pepperoni pizza with San Marzano tomato, fresh mozzarella, and premium pepperoni.

End sweetly with our house-made desserts and a good espresso.

Cocoa Tiramisu $10.00: Espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone cream and dusted with bitter cocoa.
Panna Cotta $9.00: Silky vanilla-bean cream set just soft, served with a wild berry coulis.
Cannoli Siciliani $9.50: Crisp shells filled to order with sweet ricotta, candied orange, and pistachio.
Affogato al Caffè $8.00: Vanilla gelato drowned in a shot of hot espresso. Simple and perfect.
Torta della Nonna $9.00: Grandmother's lemon custard tart with pine nuts and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Gelato $8.00: Creamy Italian gelato in a variety of seasonal flavors.

Italian coffee, soft drinks, and aperitivi to begin or close the meal.

Espresso $5.00: A rich single shot of our house Italian roast.
Cappuccino $4.50: Espresso with steamed milk and a velvety foam — the morning classic.
Aperol Spritz $12.00: Aperol, prosecco, and soda over ice with an orange slice. The taste of an Italian summer.
Limonata $5.00: House-made sparkling lemonade with fresh-pressed Italian lemons.
San Pellegrino $4.00: Sparkling mineral water, served chilled.