La Bella Vita Menu – Bar Harbor, ME

Type : Italian restaurant

Location : Bar Harbor, ME

La Bella Vita’s menu features an array of ingredient-driven dishes drawing from the best of Italy. Start your meal with antipasti and cicchetti, then tuck into hearty pastas and locally sourced seafood entrees. Wash it all down with a bottle of sumptuous Italian red wine. Guests are invited to dine on the outdoor terrace and take in tranquil harbor views reminiscent of the vistas found in the tiny seaside villages on the Amalfi Coast.

Sit-down restaurant offering Italian classics & cocktails in an elegant but relaxed setting. Based on 450 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery

La Bella Vita 04609

Address:
55 West St, Bar Harbor, ME 04609

Phone: (207) 288-2110

Website: https://www.opalcollection.com/harborside/restaurants/la-bella-vita/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=listing&utm_campaign=opal+harborside+hotel+spa+and+marina+la+bella+vita

Hours

Monday

(Labor Day)
7–10 AM, 4–9 PM

Hours might differ
Tuesday 7–10 AM, 4–9 PM
Wednesday 7–10 AM, 4–9 PM
Thursday 7–10 AM, 4–9 PM
Friday 7–10 AM, 4–10 PM
Saturday 7–11 AM, 4–10 PM
Sunday 7–11 AM, 4–9 PM

Menu

Dinner | Anti-pasti
SICILIAN STYLE GARLIC KNOTS
Pecorino Romano, Toasted Garlic, Parsley Butter, House Pomodoro
BRICK OVEN BRUSCHETTA
Vine Ripened Tomato, Garlic, Torn Basil, Cold Pressed Olive Oil, Aged Balsamic, Crisp Ciabatta Toast
CRISPY CALAMARI & ZUCCHINI
Tender Calamari, Zucchini Chips, Spicy Italian Peppers, Pomodoro, Lemony Garlic Aioli
HAND ROLLED POLPETTE
15“Italian Meatballs” Brodo Braised, Creamy Polenta, Aged Sheep’s Milk Cheese, Pomodoro
ZUPPA DI ARAGOSTA
Creamy Lobster Bisque, Lobster Chunks, San Marzano Oil
BALSAMIC GLAZED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Crispy Prosciutto, Toasted Pignoli, Chili Flake, Parmesan-Reggiano, Dark Balsamic Syrup
WARM BURRATA DIP
Oven Roasted Tomatoes, Crispy Parma Prosciutto, Pomodoro, Pesto, Grilled Farmers Bread
GRILLED SICILIAN OCTOPUS
Warm Tuscan Potatoes, Italian Bacon, Calabresse Aioli, Sun-Dried Peppers, Sorrel Leaves
Dinner | Zuppe
ZUPPA DI ARAGOSTA
Creamy Lobster Bisque, Lobster Chunks, San Marzano Oil
BORLOTTI BEAN DI VERDUA
Toasted Fregola Pasta, Tomato Brodo, Farmers Vegetables, Tuscan Kale, Parmesan, Basil Pesto
Dinner | Salumi E Formaggi Boards
ANTIPASTO DELLA CASA
A Complete Tasting of Our Handcrafted Formaggi & Salumeria with Spiced Nuts, Fig Jam, Italian Cracker Bread
FORMAGGIA BOARD
Handcrafted Burrata, Aged Provolone, Gorgonzola Dolce, Robiola Piedmont, Spiced Nuts, Fig Jam, Italian Cracker Bread
Dinner | Brick Oven Pizzette
QUATTRO FORMAGGI
Mozzarella, Fontina, Asiago, Ricotta Cheese
MARGHERITA VECCHIO
Crushed Roma Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil Pesto
SALSICCIA PEPE
Fennel Sausage, Roasted Italian Peppers, Oregano, Cipollini Onions, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Tomato, Red Sauce
UMBRIA
Wild Mushrooms, Asiago Cream, Truffle Oil, Crisp Arugula
PORCELLI TRIO
Sweet Italian Sausage, Pepperoni, Parma Prosciutto, Fontina, Mozzarella, Spicy Pomodoro, Basil
Dinner | Large Plate Salads
TUSCAN HARVEST
Farmer’s Greens, Avocado, Kalamata’s, Heirloom Tomato, Cucumbers, Pickled Peppers, Gorgonzola, House Vinaigrette
GRANDE INSALATA CAESAR
“Hearts of Romaine” Creamy Caper Dressing, Ciabatta Croutons, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Dinner | Forcaccia, Panini & Specialty Sandwiches
NEW ENGLAND LOBSTER ROLL
Fresh Picked Maine Lobster, Lemon Mayonnaise, Hearth Baked Roll
TUSCAN CHICKEN
Thin Crispy Cutlet, Roasted Pepper Marmellata, Parma Prosciutto, Provolone, Arugula, Tomato-Basil Aioli, Crusty Bread
GIARDINO PLANT BURGER
Avocado, Provolone Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Tomato-Basil Aioli, Brioche Bun
GRILLED RUSTIC BUTCHERS BURGER
Artisanal Butcher’s Blend, Fontina Cheese, Black Truffle Aioli, Soft Baked Roll
Dinner | Primi Patti
TAGLIOLINI
Pan-Roasted Chicken, Wild Mushrooms, Spring Peas, Pine Nuts, Spinach, Porcini Cream
LOBSTER & CRAB RAVIOLI
Butter Poached Lobster, English Peas, Black Chanterelle, Garlic Spinach, Lobster Sugo
SPAGHETTI POMODORO
San Marzano Tomatoes, Basil, Artisan Stracciatella
Dinner | Small Plate Salads | After 5 p.m.
INSALATA DI CASA
Mixed Lettuces, Persian Cucumber, Heirloom, Tomato, Sweet Finger Peppers, Kalamata Olive, Gorgonzola Dolce, Crispy Onions, White Balsamic Dressing
VARIETIES OF TOMATO & BURRATA
Mix of Heirloom, Toy Box and Brunetto Tomatoes, Pesto Genovese, Lemon Agrumato Oil, Aged Balsamic, Maldon Sea Salt
INSALATA DI CESARE “HEARTS OF ROMAIN”
Creamy Caper Dressing, CIabatta Croutons, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Dinner| Specialties of the House | After 5 p.m.
NORWEGIAN ARTIC SALMON
Fava Bean and Black Chanterelle Risotto, Tuscan Kale, Citrus Nage, Agrumato Olive Oil
OLD WORLD BELLA FILET
Mushroom and Pearl Onion Agrodolce, Whipped Gold Potato, Bone Brodo
EAST COAST HALIBUT
Maine Lobster and Sweet Pea Risotto, Garlic Spinach, Lobster Sugo
LA BELLA SURF & TURF
Grilled Filet of Beef, Maine Lobster “Scampi Style,” Whipped Gold Potatoes, Pan-Roasted Vegetables, Two Sauces

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Order and Reservations

Reservations: opalcollection.com

Reviews

Brett Thornsberry
My wife and I found this gem while trying to find a place for our last dinner of our vacation. Quite honestly, it was absolutely delicious. Our server, Angel, was the epitome of professionalism, attentiveness and politeness. I had one of the best pizzas of my 46 years of life, and my wife loved her chicken piccata. It was totally worth the cost.

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Breland Green
My fiancé and I had dinner here about a month ago, and it was delicious! The servers were really on the top of their game, and the food was delicious. We sat by the window where there was a pretty view of the water. Would recommend!

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Pgogo
Had breakfast here and we were served by Denislav.

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Geraldine Vega Pizarro
Best breakfast in town. The stuffed french toast is the best. We went twice for breakfast during our stay in Bar Harbor. We tried the omelet the first day and was very good. Service is a little bit slow, but the food compensates for it. This is my second time in Bar Harbor in 2 years, and I can tell while other places in town might be cheaper the food is not that good. I will keep coming back to La Bella Vita for breakfast when visiting again.

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James Miller
What a fabulous restaurant. All the staff were hustling working hard. The bartender was the best. He was making drinks for the restaurant and servicing the bar. Very busy place. The food was outstanding.

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Todd Shobert
We had a party of 8 with two young children. Service was great. Prices reasonable. Food was excellent.

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Jen Cozine
Early start to our day so returning to bar harbor after Cadillac Mt and walk across to bar Island at low tide, there are not a lot of breakfast options. Stopped here. The stuffed French toast was amazing, my son (7yo) was very happy with his pancakes and eggs. I ordered the lobster Benedict. The eggs Benedict was good, I think the lobster was a bit over cooked and small for the price.

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Paula Carson Charette
Excellent food from appetizer to salad to entree. The staff was exceptional, from waitstaff to the manager. The manager came to my table three times to check on me. She was also overheard complimenting the waitstaff for their work. Waitstaff was equally attentive. Impressive experience. Recommend 100%.

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Katherine Ferris
We have been coming here yearly and I cannot say how much I enjoy their pizza and pasta! Everything is so fresh and delicious and the service at the bar is stellar. We love to watch the pizza being made! Highly recommend if you are tired of all the lobster and seafood spots in town.

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Burcu Gozluklu
Definitely recommended for gluten-free food lovers! Pizza and salad both were delicious. Service was super fast and staff was super friendly and helpful with gluten-free options.

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