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"Indulgence without compromise" Available Monday to Thursday from 6:30pm and all day Sunday 2 courses 35.95 3 courses 39.95



"Indulgence without compromise"

"Indulgence without compromise"

Available Monday to Thursday from 6:30pm and all day Sunday (excluding December and special events) 2 Courses - £35.95 3 Courses - £39.95





To Start



Bruschetta al Pomodoro

Marinated tomato in garlic, basil and virgin olive oil on Italian bread

Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan

Crostini, Crema di Caprino e Zucchine

Crispy toasted bread, courgettes, vinaigrette, goat’s cheese & mascarpone mousse

Vegetarian
Vegetarian

Pate Della Casa

Duck & port pate served with toasted ciabatta and onion chutney


Zuppa Del Giorno

Italian soup of the day served with Italian Bread


Fegatini Di Pollo

Pan-fried chicken livers on homemade bread with rich herbs sauce and cherry tomatoes


Zampone Alla Napoletana

Sliced stuffed pig’s trotter pan fried and served with salsa verde




Serve as Starter or Main



Melanzane alla Parmigiana

Sliced aubergine baked with tomato, basil, mozzarella & Parmesan cheese

Signature Dish
Signature Dish
Vegetarian
Vegetarian

Panzeroti Ricotta & Spinaci

Tortellini pasta, ricotta cheese & spinach, cream & pesto sauce

Vegetarian
Vegetarian

Penne alla Siciliana

Penne pasta, aubergine, mozzarella, parmesan & tomato sauce

Vegetarian
Vegetarian

Tagliatelle Salmone

Thick pasta ribbons (contain egg), salmon chunks, white wine & cherry tomatoes


Gnocchi E Salsiccia Piccante

Potato dumplings, spicy Italian sausage, garlic & cherry tomatoes, parmesan


Spaghetti Con Polpettine

Spaghetti pasta, meatballs, tomato & basil sauce, hint of garlic


Tagliatelle Bolognese

Thick pasta ribbons (contain egg), beef Bolognese sauce


Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Spaghetti pasta, creamy sauce, smoky pancetta


Penne Arrabbiata e Pollo

Penne pasta, chicken breast, tomato, garlic & chilli sauce


Risotto ai Funghi

Creamy Italian risotto, mixed mushrooms & cream

Vegetarian
Vegetarian

Spaghetti Cozze

Spaghetti, mussels, olive oil, garlic, chilli, white wine




For Mains



Pollo Ai Funghi

Breast of free range chicken cooked in a superb mushroom and cream sauce


Salmone Alla Sorrentina

Pan fried Salmon fillet in a white wine, garlic, cherry tomato and Italian herb sauce served with vegetables & potatoes of the day


Maiale Alle Mele

Slowly cooked pork belly served with homemade apple & cider sauce


Arrosto del Giorno

Roast of the day, please ask your server




Sides

We will complement your main course with potatoes, carrots, and green beans (apart from the risotto, pasta dishes or those dishes containing pasta)



Courgettes in garlic, olive oil
£6.95

Green peas and shallots
£6.95

Spinach with cream & garlic
£6.95

Rocket salad & parmesan
£6.95

Mixed mushrooms, garlic, butter & parsley
£6.95

Tomato & onion salad, fresh basil & extra virgin olive oil
£6.95

Mixed salad with olive oil
£6.95

Lyonnaise potatoes, pancetta & red onion
£7.95

Skinny fries
£6.95

Fresh sautéed asparagus
£8.95



To Finish



Panna Cotta

Italian homemade Panna Cotta

Gluten free
Gluten free

Tiramisu

Traditional Tiramisu


Brownie al Cioccolato

Chocolate brownie, dark chocolate pieces, vanilla ice cream


Cheesecake

Baileys & white chocolate fresh cream cheesecake (GF/Vegan option available)


Panettone al Forno

Italian bread-and-butter pudding, custard


Trio of Italian Gelato

(Selection: vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, banana, coconut, pistachio & vegan ice cream)


menu collage

Opening Hours

Monday – Thursday
12.00 – 15.30 & 18.30 – 22.00
Friday
12.00 – 15.30 & 18.00 – 00.00

Saturday
12.00 – 15.30 & 18.00 – 00.00

Sunday
12.00 – 18.00 (last arrivals)

For Availability and Bookings

Call 01245 400204

Vita Bella (Essex) Ltd

The Tye, East Hanningfield, Chelmsford,

Essex

Postcode: CM3 8AF

Proudly serving Chelmsford, Essex, and surrounding areas.

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An unforgettable, authentic Italian dining experience in the heart of Essex.

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