Vita Italian Restaurant

10014 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Menu (As of 10/29)

Antipasta - Appetizers

Mussels Marinara $14.36Mussels sauteed in homemade marinara sauce
Calamari Fritti $15.31Tender squid lightly floured and fried - Served with a side of tomato sauce
Fried Mozzarella Sticks $13.75Served with a side of tomato sauce
Clams Oreganata 13.04 - 20.87Stuffed with seasoned breadcrumbs and baked to perfection
Mussels Oreganata 13.04 - 20.87Stuffed with seasoned breadcrumbs and baked to perfection
Fried Eggplant Sticks $12.30Crispy strips of eggplant, fried - Served with grated cheese and a side of tomato sauce
Portabella Ala Caprese $13.74Marinated portabella mushrooms grilled, on top of fresh mozzarella cheese and vine ripe tomatoes. Served with a basil and balsamic vinaigrette
Broccoli Rabe & Italian Sausage $14.36Broccoli rabe and Italian sausage sauteed with olive oil and fresh garlic in a white wine sauce
Fresh Mozzarella Caprese $13.07Fresh mozzarella cheese on top of vine ripe tomatoes with sliced onions, roasted red peppers and olives. Served with a basil and balsamic vinaigrette
Bruschetta Ala Vita $13.07Chopped vine ripe tomatoes, garlic, red onions, basil and parmesan cheese in our homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Served with toasted Italian bread
Mama’s Stuffed Peppers $13.07Jumbo bell peppers stuffed with ground beef, peas, mushrooms and rice - Topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese...Just like Mama makes!
Buffalo Chicken Tenders $12.69Served with a side of bleu cheese dressing, your choice: buffalo, BBQ, honey garlic, or raspberry hot
Pepperoni Bread $12.69Sliced garlic Italian bread with Italian pepperoni and mozzarella cheese melted on top - Served with tomato sauce
Cheesy Garlic Bread $10.96With a side of tomato sauce.
Wings 18.82 - 29.1510 Piece and 20 Piece Options

Cheese Pizza

Mozzarella 18.59 - 23.87
Vegetarian Pizza 29.72 - 35.34Green Peppers, Onions, Tomatoes, Spinach, Garlic, Mushrooms, Black Olives, Mozzarella
Pizza Hawaiian 22.93 - 29.72Tomato Sauce, Ham, Pineapple and Mozzarella

Spinach & Ricotta Pizza

Spinach, Mozzarella, Ricotta 22.93 - 29.72

Pizza Bianco

Mozzarella, Romano, Ricotta 22.93 - 29.72
Pizza Antico 22.93 - 29.72Tomatoes, Basil, Garlic, Ricotta, Mozzarella
Mama's Original Pizza 22.93 - 29.72Made with plum tomatoes, fresh basil, roasted garlic, mozzarella cheese and Mama’s secret combination of spices
Meat Lovers 29.70 - 39.62Pepperoni, Sliced Meatballs, Bacon, Sausage, Ham, Mozzarella
Buffalo Chicken Pizza 28.49 - 42.02Fried Chicken, Blue Cheese Sauce, Hot Sauce, Mozzarella, Blue cheese
Fugazza 29.70 - 31.48Double layered pizza with mozzarella cheese, caramelized onions and tomato sauce
Deluxe 29.70 - 39.62Choose any 5 toppings

Build Your Own Pizza

Mozzarella 18.96 - 23.44

Italian Lunch Menu

Angel Hair Primavera Italian Lunch $14.81
Baked Ravioli Italian Lunch $14.81
Baked Ziti Italian Lunch $14.81
Chicken Parmigiana Italian Lunch $14.81
Eggplant Parmigiana Italian Lunch $14.81
Eggplant Rollatini Italian Lunch $14.81
Fettuccine Alfredo Italian Lunch $14.81
Lasagna Italian Lunch $14.81
Linguini & Clam Sauce Italian Lunch $14.81
Manicotti Italian Lunch $14.81
Vita’s Pasta Combo Italian Lunch $14.81
Penne Alla Vodka Italian Lunch $14.81
Ravioli Italian Lunch $14.81
Sausage & Peppers Italian Lunch $14.81
Shrimp & Broccoli Italian Lunch $14.81
Spaghetti & Meatballs Italian Lunch $14.81
Stuffed Shells Italian Lunch $14.81
Ziti with Broccoli Italian Lunch $14.81

Flatbreads

The Original $13.58You can never go wrong with something named "The Original!" Grilled chicken, roasted red peppers, scallions, caramelized onions, mozzarella cheese & drizzled with our homemade balsamic glaze
Margarita $13.58So simple; Yet so delectable! Fresh tomato, basil, fresh mozzarella & a little olive oil
The Mediterranean $13.58Just wait to smell this, your nose will fall in love. Artichoke heart, sun-dried tomatoes, grilled chicken & mozzarella cheese with baby leaf spinach & roman tomatoes, tossed with our homemade balsamic dressing

Chicken Sandwiches

Blue Cheese $13.58You can hear the soulful blues when you eat this one, its so good! Grilled portabella mushrooms, onions, of course blue cheese crumbles and our homemade balsamic blaze.

Stuffed Pitas

Grilled Chicken Caesar $13.58Grilled Chicken tossed with romaine lettuce, chopped tomatoes, parmesan cheese & caesar dressing
California Grilled Chicken $13.58Grilled chicken, roasted peppers, red onions, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, bacon & mozzarella cheese
California Fried Chicken $13.58Grilled chicken, roasted peppers, red onions, chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, bacon & mozzarella cheese

Zuppe - Soups

Minestrone 5.29 - 8.58
Pasta Fagioli 5.29 - 8.58

Insalate - Salads

Antipasto Salad 14.81 - 22.87Provolone, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Black Olives, Roasted Red Peppers, Pepperoncini Peppers, Red Onions, Mixed Greens, Artichoke, Ham, Salami
House Salad $12.07Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Black Olives, Pepperoncini Peppers, Roasted Red Peppers, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Mixed Greens, Croutons
Insalata Capri $17.42Gorgonzola, Walnuts, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Mixed Greens, Black Olives, Croutons
Caesar Salad $12.07
California Chicken Salad $18.25Mozzarella, House, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Cucumbers, Mixed Greens, Roasted Red Peppers, Bacon
Gorgonzola Salad $18.25Gorgonzola, Pineapple, Walnut Pieces, House, Mushrooms, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Roasted Red Peppers, Pepperoncini Peppers, Mixed Greens

Pastas - Entrees

Traditional Pastas $17.26Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Pasta with Marinara Sauce $17.26
Pasta with Garlic & Oil $17.26
Pasta with Meatballs $21.15
Pasta with Sausage $21.15
Pasta with Meat Sauce $21.15
Pasta with Mushroom Sauce $21.15
Pasta with Bolognese $21.15
Linguine with Clam Sauce (Marinara) $23.44Baby clams and whole clams sauteed with fresh garlic - Served with marinara sauce
Linguine with Clam Sauce (White Wine Sauce) $23.44Baby clams and whole clams sauteed with fresh garlic - Served with white wine sauce
Fettuccine Alfredo $22.26
Gnocchi Alfredo $22.26
Tortellini Alfredo $22.26
Fettuccine Bolognese $22.26
Gnocchi Bolognese $22.26
Tortellini Bolognese $22.26
Penne with Broccoli $20.50Sauteed with broccoli and fresh garlic in a white wine sauce
Penne Primavera $20.50Zucchini, squash, carrot, mushroom, and tomato in a white wine and garlic sauce
Traditional Cheese Ravioli $19.20

House Specialties

Sausage & Peppers $21.65Italian sausage sauteed with onions, fresh garlic, bell pepper and garlic tomato sauce - Served over pasta
Penne Ala Vodka $21.65Sauteed with garlic, onions, peas and bacon in a tomato-basil cream sauce with vodka
Gnocchi Romana $21.65Sauteed with onions, garlic, peas and fresh mushrooms in a tomato-basil cream sauce
Ravioli Verde $21.65Jumbo ravioli served over a bed of sauteed spinach and topped with a garlic alfredo sauce
Eggplant Parmigiana $21.65Lightly battered and layered with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce - Baked to perfection - Served with a side of pasta
Eggplant Rollatini $21.65

Vitello - Veal

Veal Parmigiana $27.83Lightly breaded, baked with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese
Veal Francese $27.83Medallions of tender veal, egg battered and sauteed in a lemon, white wine and butter sauce
Veal Marsala $27.83Medallions of tender veal sauteed with fresh mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce
Veal Siciliana $27.83A combination of veal parmigiana layered with eggplant parmigiana
Veal Pizzaiola $27.83Medallions of tender veal sauteed with fesh mushrooms, onions, garlic and fresh basil in a marinara sauce

Pollo - Chicken

Chicken Parmigiana $23.54Lightly breaded, baked with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese
Chicken Francese $23.54Chicken breast egg battered and sauteed in a lemon, white wine and butter sauce
Chicken Marsala $23.54Chicken breast sauteed with fresh mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce
Chicken Siciliana $23.54A combination of chicken parmigiana layered with eggplant parmigiana
Chicken Josephine $23.54Chicken breast sauteed with fresh mushrooms, onions, garlic, vine-ripe tomatoes and fresh basil in marinara sauce
Chicken Cacciatore $23.54Chicken breast sauteed with mushrooms, olives, roasted peppers, onions and garlic in a marinara sauce
Chicken Giuseppe $23.54Chicken breast sauteed with artichokes, mushrooms and vine-ripe tomatoes in a pink sauce - Served over linguine
Chicken Pistone $23.54Chicken breast sauteed with roasted peppers, spinach and garlic in a white wine sauce - Served over linguine with melted mozzarella cheese
South Beach Chicken $23.54Grilled chicken breast simmered with onions, mushrooms and fresh basil in a balsamic vinegar sauce - Served over whole wheat pasta
Chicken Ala Vita $23.54Lightly floured chicken breast with artichoke heart, scallions, mushrooms, tomatoes and pecorino romano cheese - Served with a creamy garlic and wine sauce on a bed of pasta
Homemade Lasagna $21.04
Manicotti $21.04
Stuffed Shells $21.04
Baked Ziti (Penne) Pasta $21.04
Pasta Combo $21.04Cheese ravioli, manicotti & penne pasta
Baked Cheese Ravioli $21.04
Baked Penne Siciliana $21.04With ricotta cheese & sliced eggplant
Baked Penne Romano $21.04With ricotta cheese

Calzone

Ricotta, Mozzarella, Pepperoni 19.54 - 25.82

Chicken Calzone

Romano, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Chicken 23.37 - 29.11
Stromboli 22.26 - 33.39Mozzarella, Mushrooms, Sausage, Pepperoni, Ham

Spinach Roll

Mozzarella, Ricotta, Spinach 20.48 - 29.61
Meat Stromboli 22.26 - 33.39Mozzarella, Ham, Pepperoni, Sausage, Sliced Meatballs

Subs

Sausage Hero $12.07
Sausage Parmigiana Hero $13.03
Sausage with Green Peppers Hero $13.03
Meatball Hero $12.40
Meatball Parmigiana Hero $13.03
Steak Deluxe Hero $16.08Onions, mushrooms, green peppers & cheese
Italian Sub $14.30
Salami & Cheese Sub $13.03
Veal Parmigiana Hero $14.30
Chicken Parmigiana Hero $13.63
Eggplant Parmigiana Hero $13.03
Ham & Cheese Sub $13.03
Vita's Favorite Sub $13.03Marinated grilled portabella mushrooms, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers & Italian herbs with balsamic vinaigrette
Side Orders $9.85Pasta with Tomato Sauce (Side)
Pasta with Marinara (Side) $9.85
Pasta with Garlic & Oil (Side) $9.85
Pasta with Meatballs (Side) $11.08
Pasta with Sausage (Side) $11.08
Pasta with Meat Sauce (Side) $11.08
Pasta with Mushrooms (Side) $11.08
Sauteed Spinach $8.63Side of Meatballs
Sauteed Broccoli $8.63Side of Sausage · Side of Fries
Our World Famous Garlic Rolls 5.40 - 9.01Side of Shrimp · Side of Chicken

Desserts

Cannoli $5.83
Homemade Zeppoli $10.99
Tiramisu $11.69
Toasted Almond Cream Cake $11.69
Homemade Cheesecake $9.96
Mile High Cheesecake $16.42

Beverages

Soda 3.61 - 6.36

House / Specialties: Catering

Sausage & Peppers Cater 83.55 - 138.55Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Eggplant Rollatini Cater 83.55 - 138.55Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Eggplant Parmigiana Cater 83.55 - 138.55Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.

Pollo / Chicken: Catering

Chicken Parmigiana Cater 91.42 - 147.32Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Chicken Francese Cater 91.42 - 147.32Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Chicken Marsala Cater 91.42 - 147.32Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Chicken Cacciatore Cater 91.42 - 147.32Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Grilled Marinated Chicken Cater 91.42 - 147.32Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.

Vitello / Veal: Catering

Veal Parmigiana Cater 111.75 - 177.82Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Veal Francese Cater 111.75 - 177.82Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Veal Marsala Cater 111.75 - 177.82Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Veal Pizzaiola Cater 111.75 - 177.82Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.

Pasta: Catering

Meat Lasagna Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Vegetable Lasagna Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Spinach Lasagna Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Manicotti Cater 69.82 - 93.96Small Tray: 20pc. Large Tray: 40pc.
Stuffed Shells Cater 60.81 - 101.59Small Tray: 18pc. Large Tray: 36pc.
Baked Ziti Romano Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Baked Ziti Siciliano Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Penne Ala Vodka Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Penne Ala Vodka With Chicken Cater 90.08 - 145.98Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Baked Cheese Ravioli Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce Cater 53.31 - 88.88Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Spaghetti with Marinara Cater 53.31 - 88.88Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Spaghetti with Garlic & Oil Cater 53.31 - 88.88Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Penne with Tomato Sauce Cater 53.31 - 88.88Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Penne with Marinara Cater 53.31 - 88.88Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Penne with Garlic & Oil Cater 53.31 - 88.88Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Penne & Broccoli Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Penne & Broccoli with Chicken Cater 90.08 - 145.98Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Tortellini Alfredo Cater 69.82 - 109.21Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Fettuccine Alfredo Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Linguine and Red Clam Sauce Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Linguine & White Clam Sauce Cater 69.82 - 116.83Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.

Sides & More: Catering

Garlic Rolls Cater 19.00 - 29.16Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Meatballs Cater 49.49 - 83.80Small Tray: 25 Meatballs. Large Tray: 50 Meatballs
Mixed Vegetables Cater 48.22 - 77.44Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Broccoli Rabe Cater 55.85 - 91.42Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.

Antipasta / Appetizers: Catering

Clams Oreganata Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Mussels Marinara Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Shrimp Cocktail Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Bruschetta Ala Vita Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Portabella Ala Bruschetta Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Fresh Mozzarella Caprese Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Fried Eggplant Sticks Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Fried Mozzarella Sticks Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Fried Calamari Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Chicken Fingers Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Mini Stromboli Cater 65.95 - 98.95Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.

Salads & Platters: Catering

Antipasto Cater 63.47 - 96.50Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Insalata Capri Cater 63.47 - 105.39Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Mixed Greens Cater 40.60 - 62.19Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Caesar Salad Cater 40.60 - 62.19Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.
Italian Platter Cater 64.74 - 104.13Sliced Genoa Salami, Provolone, Imported Ham, Garnishes, Artichokes, & Assorted Olives
Mini Roll Sandwiches 45.68 - 69.82Small Tray: 10-12 People / Large Tray: 20-25 People.

Combo Specials

Chicken & Penne Pasta Combo $24.71A classic combination of chicken parmigiana and baked penne pasta
Tour of Italy $24.71Eggplant parmigiana, veal parmigiana, penne pasta and meatballs with melted mozzarella cheese
Vita Combo $24.71Lasagna, veal parmigiana and chicken parmigiana
Classic Combo $24.71Baked penne pasta, sausage and peppers, and meatball with melted mozzarella cheese
Three Musketeers $24.71An unbelievable combination of veal parmigiana, chicken parmigiana and shrimp parmigiana - Served with a side of pasta
Sicilian Combo $24.71Veal, chicken and eggplant parmigiana - All in one great dish! Served with a side of pasta

Lunch Specials

House Salad & Pizza Slice $10.58
Cup of Soup & House Salad $10.58
Cup of Soup & Pizza Slice $10.58
2 Slices & Regular Soda $10.58

Frutti Di Mare - Seafood

Linguine Pescatore $25.38Calamari, shrimp, clams and mussels simmered with vine-ripe tomatoes and mushrooms in a scampi sauce
Shrimp Marinara $25.38Jumbo shrimp sauteed with fresh basil and fresh garlic in a marinara sauce
Shrimp Fra Diavolo $25.38Jumbo shrimp sauteed with fresh basil and fresh garlic in a spicy Fra Diavolo sauce
Shrimp Scampi $25.38Jumbo shrimp sauteed in a light garlic, lemon, white wine and butter sauce
Shrimp Francese $25.38Jumbo shrimp egg battered and sauteed in a lemon, white wine and butter sauce
Shrimp Parmigiana $25.38Jumbo shrimp breaded, baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese
Red Snapper Oreganata $29.10Baked with seasoned breadcrumbs - served with a side of pasta and broccoli
Red Snapper Francese $29.10
Red Snapper Ala Vita $29.10Sauteed with fresh garlic, mushrooms and vine tomatoes in a lemon, wine and butter sauce
Calamari Marinara $25.38Tender squid sauteed in a fresh garlic marinara sauce
Seafood Platter $25.38Tender calamari, shrimp, baby clams, whole clams and mussels sauteed in a pink sauce
Calamari E Scungilli Marinara $25.38Tender squid and conch sauteed with fresh garlic in a marinara sauce
Calamari E Scungilli Fra Diavolo $25.38Tender squid and conch sauteed with fresh garlic in a spicy Fra Diavolo sauce
Clams Marinara $25.38Sauteed in garlic in a marinara sauce
Clams Fra Diavolo $25.38Sauteed in garlic in a spicy Fra Diavolo sauce
Festival Di Mari Fra Diavolo 39.59 - 64.33Sauteed calamari, mussels, fresh clams, shrimp and scungilli with garlic in a spicy Fra Diavolo sauce
Festival Di Mari Marinara 39.59 - 64.33Sauteed calamari, mussels, fresh clams, shrimp and scungilli with garlic in a marinara sauce
Calamari Fra Diavolo $25.38Tender squid sauteed in a spicy Fra Diavolo sauce
Mussels Fra Diavolo $25.38Sauteed in garlic and served in a spicy Fra Diavolo sauce. Served over linguine
Mussels Marinara Dinner $25.38Sauteed in garlic and served in a marinara sauce. Served over linguine

Kids Menu

Kids Penne Alfredo $9.96
Kids Cheese Ravioli $9.96
Kids Stuffed Shells $9.96
Kids Baked Ziti $9.96
Kids Spaghetti with Tomato Sauce $9.96
Kids Spaghetti with Meatball $9.96
Kids Chicken Fingers & Fries $9.96
Kids Pasta with Meat Sauce $9.96

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