Lunch Menu
Drop in for a spot of Italian lunch in East Hanningfield
Contact Vita Bella (Essex) Ltd to find out about our dishes.
Whether you have an hour to lunch or you’re free to spend a couple of hours chatting with friends, our Italian lunch menu is perfect for you. Take a look at our variety of options below. Please note that menus can be changed at any time and without prior notice.
Lunch Set Menu is not available during December.
We have created a wonderful festive lunch menu (one, two and three course – please call for details)
Antipasti
- Mixed marinated olives £4.95
- Basket of bread :small £3.95, large £5.95
- Ciabatta Garlic bread £6.95
- Focaccia bread with rosemary & mixed herbs £8.95
- Pizza Garlic bread (serves 4) £9.95
- Cheesy Pizza Garlic Bread (serves 4) £10.95
Starters
- Zuppa Del Giorno - Italian Soup of the day
- Bruschetta ai Pomodoro (VG) - Chopped marinated tomatoes in garlic, basil & virgin olive oil on italian bread
- Fegatini di Pollo – Chicken liverson sliced bread with rich herbs sauce and cherry tomatoes
- Melanzana Parmigiana (VG) - Sliced aubergine baked with parmesan, mozzarella & homemade tomato sauce
- Gnocchi Con Salsiccia - Potato dumplings and spicy Italian sausage, touch of chilli & garlic and cherry tomatoes
- Funghi Trifolati (VG) - Mixed mushrooms panfried with a touch of garlic and olive oil on Focaccia bread
- Pate Della Casa - Duck & pork pate served with toast and caramelised red onion chutney
- Zampone Fritto - Sliced stuffed pig's trotter pan fried and served with salsa verde
- Sardine Piccanti - Fresh sardines pan fried and served with homemade tomato & chilli sauce
- Penne Alla Siciliana (VG) - Penne pasta cooked with aubergine, parmesan, mozzarella & homemade tomato sauce
Mains
- Pollo Ai Funghi - Pan fried breast of free range chicken with a rich mushroom & cream sauce served with potato & veg
- Maiale Alle Mele - Slowly cooked pork belly served with homemade apple & cider sauce, mash & vegetables
- Arrosto Di Manzo - Roast sirloin of beef sliced, served with peas & mushrooms mix, potatoes & vegetables
- Branzino Al Limone - Wild seabass fillet in a white wine & lemon sauce sauce served with potatoes & vegetables
- Penne Arrabbiata Con Pollo - Penne Pasta and shredded chicken breast cooked in garlic, chilli and tomato sauce
- Tagliatelle Alla Carbonara - Pasta ribbons coated in a rich creamy sauce of eggs, cream, cheese and pancetta
- Risotto Vegetariano (VG) - Risotto cooked with mixed vegetables & a touch of cream, finished off with Parmesan
- Risotto Al Pollo – Creamy risotto with strips of chicken & tomato sauce with a touch of garlic
- Tortellini Ricotta E Spinaci (VG) - Pasta filled with ricotta cheese and spinach cooked in a cream & pesto sauce
- Tagliatelle Al Salmone - Pasta ribbons with salmon chunks, white wine, cherry tomatoes
- Spaghetti Bolognese – Spaghetti served with freshly made beef Bolognese sauce
- Spaghetti Con Polpettine - Spaghetti pasta with beef meatballs in tomato sauce
Sides to complement your mains
Please note that our meat & fish dishes come with complementary potatoes & veg – our lovely side dishes incur a small charge as detailed below:
- Spinach sautéed with cream & garlic £5.95
- Sauteed asparagus £8.95
- Insalata Di Rucola E Parmigiano (rocket salad with Parmesan shavings) £5.95
- Insalata Mista (tomatoes, cucumber, peppers & red onion) £5.95
- Tomato & Onion Salad £5.95
- Zucchini Fritti (courgettes sauté) £5.95
- Sautéed Vegetables & Potatoes £5.95
Dolce Menu
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Profiteroles Scuro & Bianco
Choux pastry filled with chocolate & chantily cream, covered in chocolate cream -
Brownie Al Cioccolato
Rich & moist dark chocolate brownie filled with delicious chocolate pieces, finished with triple chocolate chunks, served with vanilla ice cream -
Homemade Panna Cotta
Authentic Italian home made Panna Cotta of the day -
Crostata di Mele
Shortcrust pastry filled with apple purée and topped with slices of apple and vanilla Ice cream -
Cassata Al Cioccolato
Traditional wedge-shaped slice of vanilla and chocolate ice cream with cream and candied fruit -
Homemade Tiramisu
Real Tiramisu with Savoiardi biscuits and real mascarpone -
Torta Limone
Sweet shortcrust pastry filled with a tangy lemon egg custard, dusted with icing sugar and vanilla Ice cream -
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Traditionally made sticky toffee coated with butterscotch sauce (contains dates) -
Torta Caprese (gluten free and vegan diets)
Italian chocolate cake made with olive oil, served with vegan ice cream
Homemade cheesecake of the day (GF available - please ask)
Trio of Italian Sorbets
Selection of Italian dairy ice creams
Please note that the menus do not list all ingredients. If you have any specific dietary requirements or intolerances please ask a senior member of staff who will be happy to assist you
Please note that we have a selection of gluten free and dairy free desserts. Please always inform a senior member of staff of any food/drink intolerance or allergies – we will always cater for most of required diets and strive to offer you a lovely selection of dishes suitable to you!
Two courses £29.95 Three courses £33.95
Whether you have an hour to lunch or you’re free to spend a couple of hours chatting with friends our Italian lunch menu is perfect for you. Take a look at our variety of options below. Please note that menus can be changed at any time and without prior notice.
Lunch Set Menu is not available during December.