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La Bella Vita

Ristorante Italiano

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Welcome to La Bella Vita inspired by the spirit and culture of traditional Italian cuisine.

Making delicious italian food since 2004

Our head chef Antonio has created a truly mouth-watering menu which changes seasonally and is a mix of traditional and contemporary Italian cooking which includes something for everyone. There is a selection of house specialities and daily specials as well as traditional and contemporary pizza and pasta dishes.

To accompany your food you can make a selection from our extensive wine list which offers a wide range of wines including Amorone Classico and Soave Classico.

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Please call us on 0113 287 2244 or alternatively send us a text/whatsapp 07713 566983

Our menu

Variety of delicious plate

  • À la carte Menu
  • Sunday Lunch Menu
  • Starter
  • Pasta
  • Pizza
  • Risotto
  • Main Course
  • Sides
  • Starter
  • Main Course
  • Starter
  • Main Course
  • Sides

  • STARTER

    VZuppa del Giorno

    Soup of the day.

    £4.75

    VBruschetta Caponata

    Toasted homemade Italian bread topped with creamy ricotta cheese, dill, sundried tomatoes and pickled balsamic shallots. Drizzled with a balsamic honey glaze.

    £4.95

    Calamari Fritti con Salsa allʼAglio

    Deep fried squid rings, served with garlic mayonnaise and a wedge of lemon.

    £5.75

    Insalata dell ʻAdriatico

    Marinated king prawns, squid rings, baby octopus, greenland prawns, New Zealand mussel, black olives and red peppers. Served on a bed of mixed salad leaves and marie rose sauce.

    £6.95

    Paté di Fegatini allʼUmbra

    Homemade chicken liver pate served with toasted Italian bread and a tangy apple, orange and cinnamon chutney.

    £5.25

    Bianchetti Fritti

    Fried Whitebait served on a bed of salad leaves with our homemade tartar sauce and a wedge of lemon.

    £5.45

    Costicine di Maiale

    Pork spare ribs cooked and served in our own homemade barbecue sauce.

    £7.95

    Polpette Salentine

    Homemade beef meatballs topped with mozzarella cheese, baked in creamy tomato sauce and basil. Served with a slice of toasted Italian bread.

    £5.45

    VCaprino Impanato

    Deep fried breaded goat cheese served with rocket leaves and a tangy apple, orange and cinnamon chutney.

    £6.75

    VFunghi allʼAglio e Prezzemolo

    Pan-fried mushrooms cooked in white wine, olive oil, garlic, parsley and cream. Served with garlic crouton.

    £4.95

    Carpaccio di Manzo

    Slices of marinated and cured Angus beef fillet served with rocket leaves, parmesan shavings, toasted bread and drizzled with tartufo oil.

    £7.25

    SGamberoni allo Zafferano

    Pan-fried king prawns cooked with garlic, saffron, spring onions, white wine, fresh chilli and butter.

    £8.45

    VInsalata Tricolore

    Sliced buffalo mozzarella cheese, beef tomato and avocado dressed with basil oil and sea salt.

    £6.50

    Capesante con Pesto Rosso

    Pan-fried king scallops, served on half shells with our delicious homemade red pesto.

    £8.45

  • PASTA

    STagliatelle Salmone e Spinaci

    Egg pasta ribbons cooked with fresh salmon, garlic, chilli, onions, spinach and creamy white wine sauce.

    £11.95

    VTagliatelle Campagnola

    Egg pasta ribbons cooked with onions, garlic, cherry tomatoes, goatʼs cheese and deep fried courgettes. Topped with parmesan shavings and chopped beetroot.

    £10.95

    Penne Boscaiola

    Penne pasta cooked with chicken, button mushrooms, sun dried tomatoes, garlic, parsley, tomato sauce and splash of cream.

    £10.95

    SLinguine Arrabbiata

    Linguine pasta cooked with Italian sausage, red onions, red pepper, fresh chilli and garlic. In a Italian herb and tomato sauce.

    £10.95

    STagliatelle Scoglio

    Egg pasta ribbons cooked with pieces of fresh cod, king prawns, squid rings, cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, white wine and tomato sauce.

    £13.50

    Penne alla Tarantina

    Penna pasta cooked with pieces of fresh cod, Greenland prawns, sun dried tomatoes, garlic, parsley, white wine, tomato sauce and cream.

    £10.95

    Linguine con Capesante

    Linguine pasta cooked with garlic, onions, ginger, red pepper and white wine butter sauce. Topped with pan fried king scallops.

    £13.95

    Spaghetti con Gamberoni

    Spaghetti pasta cooked with king prawns, salmon, garlic, parsley, spring onions and white wine sauce.

    £13.95

    VRavioli dʼAsparagi

    Mascarpone cheese and asparagus filled ravioli cooked with mushrooms, onions, garlic, white wine, parsley, tomato sauce and splash of cream. Topped with rocket leaves and parmesan shavings.

    £12.45

    Ravioli dʼAragosta

    Lobster ravioli cooked with king prawns, garlic, mushrooms, parsley, butter and white wine.

    £13.50

    Ravioli di Carne

    Meat filled ravioli cooked with ginger, onions, red peppers. garlic, white wine, English mustard, Italian herbs and cream. Topped with rocket leaves, diced beetroot and balsamic glaze.

    £13.50

    NLasagna Pasticciata

    Egg pasta layered with bolognese and bechamel sauce baked and served with a rich cheese topping.

    £9.95

  • PIZZA

    VPizza Margherita

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella and basil oil.

    £9.95

    Pizza Alternativa

    Home made barbecue sauce, mozzarella, chicken, red onion, pepper and parsley.

    £10.95

    Pizza Calabrese

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella, spinach, red onion and traditional Calabrian sausage.

    £10.95

    VCalzone Primavera

    Folded pizza filled with mozzarella, spinach, garlic mushrooms and goats cheese. Served with tomato sauce.

    £11.50

    Pizza Fresca

    Garlic, mozzarella and ham topped with rocket salad and drizzled with balsamic glaze.

    £10.95

    Pizza Chiaramonti

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella, mushroom, ham, garlic and goats cheese.

    £10.75

    Pizza Napoli

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella, anchovies, olives and artichoke.

    £11.50

    SPizza Domenico

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella, chicken, pepperoni, ham, meatballs and fresh chilli.

    £11.95

    SPizza Gondola

    Gondola shaped pizza with bolognese sauce, ʼNdjula spicy sausage, mozzarella cheese and egg. Topped with rocket leaves.

    £11.95

    Calzone Mezza Luna

    Folded honey glazed half moon pizza filled with mozzarella, chicken, ham, mushrooms and garlic. Served with tomato sauce.

    £11.95

    Pizza Bella Vita

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella, topped with thin slices of San Daniele Parma ham, rocket leaves and parmesan shavings.

    £12.50

    SPizza Diavola

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, jalapenos, roasted red peppers and chilli flakes.

    £11.95

    SPizza ʻNduja

    Tomato sauce, ʼNdjula spicy sausage, garlic, king prawns, mozzarella and spring onions.

    £13.95

  • RISOTTO

    SVRisotto Contadino

    Arborio rice cooked with garlic, chilli, onions, red pepper, courgettes and white wine sauce.

    £11.95

    Risotto con Pollo e Porcini

    Arborio rice cooked with chicken, porcini mushrooms, button mushrooms, onions, garlic, white wine and cream.

    £12.45

    Risotto di Mare

    Arborio rice cooked with garlic, king prawns, calamari rings, courgettes and tomato sauce.

    £13.95

  • MAIN COURSE

    Pollo allʼInglese

    Pan-fried chicken fillet cooked with garlic, mushrooms, onions, English mustard, white wine and cream.

    £12.95

    SPollo alla Potentina

    Pan-fried chicken fillet topped with pepperoni cooked with garlic, onions, fresh chilli, peas, cherry tomatoes, rosemary and white wine.

    £12.95

    SPollo alla Marengo

    Pan-fried chicken fillet cooked with a tabasco, Italian herb and tomato sauce. Topped with grilled king prawns and pan-fried egg.

    £13.95

    Bistecca di Manzo Porcini

    Grilled sirloin steak served with a sauce of porcini mushrooms, button mushrooms, onions, garlic, parsley and cream.

    £17.50

    SBistecca di Manzo e Gamberoni Piccanti

    Grilled sirloin steak and marinated king prawns served with a garlic, oregano, white wine, fresh chilli, parsley and tomato sauce.

    £20.50

    Filetto di Manzo Pepe

    Grilled fillet steak served with a green peppercorn, red wine, and creamy demi glace sauce.

    £24.95

    Filetto di Manzo Rossini

    Grilled fillet steak topped with chicken liver pate, served on a crouton in a mushroom and Marsala wine sauce.

    £24.95

    Filetto di Manzo Diana

    Grilled fillet steak medallions served with a sauce of mushroom, onions, red wine, French mustard and cream.

    £25.95

    Carré dʼAgnello

    Pan-fried rack of lamb served with a fresh mint and red wine sauce.

    £17.95

    Filetto di Maiale alla Griglia

    Grilled marinated pork fillet served with mashed potatoes and a sage, garlic and white wine sauce.

    £15.95

    SAgnello con Spinaci

    Grilled marinated lamb chops served with sauteéd baby spinach and a garlic, fresh chilli, parsley, white wine and a tomato sauce.

    £19.95

    SAnatra al Gran Marnier

    Pan-fried duck breast served sliced with an orange, pineapple, millefiore honey, chilli and Gran Marnier liquor sauce.

    £15.50

    SSalmone allʼ Orientale

    Pan-fried salmon steak and king prawns cooked with lemon grass, chilli, red peppers, spring onions, ginger, peas and cream.

    £18.95

    Involtini di Baccala

    Pan-fried cod fish steak wrapped in Parma ham served with a saffron, spring onion, ginger, parsley and creamy white wine sauce.

    £18.95

    SBranzino del Toni

    Grilled fillets of seabass served with a garlic, cherry tomatoes, fresh chilli, spring onions and white wine sauce.

    £16.95

  • SIDES

    Insalata Mista

    Fresh tossed mixed salad with a choice of French or balsamic dressing.

    £2.95

    Insalata di Rucola

    Rocket leaves topped with parmesan shavings and a balsamic dressing.

    £3.75

    Zucchine Fritte

    Deep fried thin slices of crispy courgettes.

    £3.50

    Verdure Miste Bollite

    Mixed boiled seasonal vegetables (New potatoes, carrots, broccoli and cauliflower).

    £3.25

    Patate Arrosto

    Sliced new potatoes roasted with onions, dill and olive oil.

    £3.50

    Insalata di Pomodori e Cipolle

    Tomato, red onion rings and caper salad served with basil oil.

    £3.50

    Purè di Patate

    Homemade mashed potato.

    £3.25

    Verdure Miste al Forno

    Mixed roasted vegetables with balsamic glaze (Red peppers, courgettes and aubergines).

    £3.50

    SSpinaci

    Sauteéd spinach with olive oil, garlic and fresh chillies.

    £3.95

    Patatine Fritte

    Chips

    £3.50

    Patate Dolci Fritte

    Sweet potato fries.

    £3.50

    Garlic Bread Pizza

    (Plain Or Tomato)

    £5.50

    Garlic Bread Pizza With Cheese

    (Plain Or Tomato)

    £6.50

  • £14.95 per person (incl. starter and main course)
    (12:30 - 15:30)

    STARTER

    VZuppa del Giorno

    Soup of the day.

    Calamari Fritti

    Deep fried squid rings, served with garlic mayonnaise and a wedge of lemon.

    VFunghi all'Aglio e Prezzemolo

    Pan-fried mushrooms cooked in white wine, olive oil, garlic, parsley and cream. Served with a garlic crouton.

    Polpette Salentine

    Home-made beef meatballs topped with mozzarella cheese, baked in tomato and cream sauce. Served with a slice of Italian toasted bread.

    Paté di Fegatini all’Umbra

    Home-made chicken liver pate served with toasted Italian bread and a tangy apple and cinnamon chutney.

  • £14.95 per person (incl. starter and main course)
    (12:30 - 15:30)

    MAIN COURSE

    Calzone Luna

    Folded honey glazed half moon pizza lled with mozzarella, chicken, ham, mushrooms and garlic. Served with tomato sauce.

    SPizza Domenico

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, chicken, ham, meatballs and fresh chilli.

    VPizza Margherita

    Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and basil oil.

    NLasagna Pasticciata

    Egg pasta layered with Bolognese and béchamel sauce. Baked and served with rich cheese topping.

    SVRisotto dellʼOrto

    Arborio rice cooked with garlic, chilli, onions, red pepper, courgettes, English mustard and cream.

    Penne Carbonara

    Penne pasta cooked with pancetta, onions, garlic, egg yolk, parmesan cheese and cream.

    Pollo Potachio

    Pan- fried chicken llet marinated in Italian herbs and white wine cooked with red onions, red peppers, bay leaf. Topped with grilled bacon. Served with chips.

    Pollo alla Stroganoff

    Tender pieces of chicken cooked with mushrooms, onions, mustard, cream and paprika. Served with rice.

    Grigliata Mista di Carne

    Mixed char-grilled marinated chicken breast, mini beef burger, marinated tenderised mini beef steak and bacon. Served with garlic mayonnaise and home-made roasted potatoes.

    Salmone alla Pescatora

    Grilled salmon steak served with roasted potatoes and a garlic, cherry tomatoes, basil and white wine sauce.

    Baccala alla Salsa D'aglio

    Pan-fried cod sh llet cooked with garlic, Italian herbs, spring onions, ginger, white wine, cream and saffron sauce. Served with mash potatoes.

  • Christmas Party Menu £25.95

    STARTER

    Zuppa del Giorno

    Home made soup of the day served with bread and butter.

    Calamari Fritti

    Deep fried squid rings served with garlic mayonnaise and a wedge of lemon.

    Polpette Salentine

    Home made beef meatballs topped with mozzarella cheese, baked in creamy tomato sauce and basil. Served with a slice of toasted Italian bread.

    VCaprino Impanato

    Deep fried breaded goat cheese served with rocket leaves and a tangy apple, orange and cinnamon chutney.

    Insalata dell ‘Adriatico

    Marinated king prawns, squid rings, baby octopus, Greenland prawns, New Zealand mussel, black olives and red peppers. Served on a bed of salad leaves and Marie Rose sauce.

  • Christmas Party Menu £25.95

    MAIN COURSE

    Bistecca di Manzo Diana (fillet supplement £7)

    Grilled sirloin steak served with a mushroom, onions, French mustard, red wine, cream and demi glace sauce.

    Agnello Abruzzo

    Grilled marinated lamb chops served with rosemary and red wine sauce.

    Branzino del Toni

    Grilled fillets of seabass served with a garlic, cherry tomatoes, fresh chilli, spring onions and white wine sauce.

    Salmone e Gamberoni

    Pan-fried salmon steak with king prawns, cherry tomatoes, garlic, white wine and basil.

    Pollo Val di Vara

    Pan-fried chicken fillet topped with a slice of Parma ham. Served with a Dolcelatte cheese, white wine and demi glace sauce.

    VRavioli Mascarpone e Asparagi

    Mascarpone cheese and asparagus filled ravioli cooked with mushrooms, onions, garlic, white wine, parsley, tomato sauce and splash of cream. Topped with rocket leaves and parmesan shavings.

  • Christmas Party Menu £25.95
    ONE SIDE DISH PER PERSON TO CHOOSE FROM

    SIDES

    Mixed Boiled Seasonal Vegetables

    Roasted Vegetables

    Chips

    Deep Fried Courgettes

    Mixed Leaf Salad

    Home Made Mashed Potatoes

*Service charge is not included in the bill, *Gluten free pasta is available on most pasta dishes for an extra of £1
*V - Vegetarian
*S - Contains Chillies
*N - May Contain Nuts
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  • A Google Review

    Really nice environment with tasty food. A little slow on the service but that's always nice not to be rushed out of a place. Delicious sea food and a gorgeous looking steak!

  • A Facebook Review

    First meal out since Lockdown. Fantastic. Felt very safe and the team have created a great atmosphere despite there being less tables. Excellent food as expected. Already looking forward to the next time.

  • A TripAdvisor Review

    I have visited Bella Vita before and have never been disappointed. My husband had not and he really enjoyed his first visit. Lovely food, good service.

Enquiries

For bookings please use the "Reserve a Table" link on our website or simply search for us on Google. If you would like to book for parties of over 6 people or for general booking enquiries please WhatsApp/Text us on 07713 566983 or call us on 0113 287 2244.

Events

Upcoming Events

Christmas Eve
(24th December 2022)

Contact

17:00 - 22:00 (MON-SAT)
12:30 - 15:30, 17:00 - 22:00 (SUN)
La Bella Vita.
Ristorante Italiano.

17 Main Street, Garforth, Leeds,
LS25 1DS

Phone: 0113 287 2244
Whatsapp: 07713 566983

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