Lunch
Antipasti
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Bruschetta Platter$13.00Savory house-made tapanades, herbed goat cheese, fresh mozzarella, crostini, grilled breads, and roasted garlic
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Fried Risotto Balls$9.00Stuffed with fresh mozzarella and served over a bed of our signature tomato basil sauce
Le Zuppe - "Soups"
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Creamy bisque with succulent lobster, fresh tarragon & caramelized fennel
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Tuscan White Bean$6.00Cannellini beans, fresh tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon, onions, basil & a touch of garlic
Insalate - "Salads"
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Isabella's House SaladSize,Fresh mesclun greens, shaved reggiano parmesan & toasted pine nutsHalf, $6.00Full, $9.00
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Hearts of RomaineSize,Capers, croutons, shaved reggiano parmesan, white anchovies & caesar dressingHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Dried Fig SaladSize,Fresh mesclun greens, port-soaked figs, spiced candied walnuts, gorgonzola, & tart apple dressingHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Strawberry & Feta Salad 10 reviewsSize,Over spinach with our balsamic dressing; shaved almondsHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Italian Wedge$8.00Crisp iceberg wedge with pancetta chips, fresh diced roma tomatoes, & creamy gorgonzola dressing
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Chopped Chicken Salad$11.00Over spinach with apples, gorgonzola, crumbled bacon, toasted pecans, & warm maple bacon vinaigrette
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Flank Steak Salad**$15.00Hydroponic bibb lettuce drizzled with creamy Italian herb dressing; roasted tomatoes, corn, and crispy seasoned tobacco onions
The Italian Table
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Please choose two salads$10.00
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Isabella's Shrimp SaladTossed in a creamy pesto sauce
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Albacore Tuna SaladCelery, lemon zest & dill mayonnaise
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Tossed in Isabella's basil aioli
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Fresh FruitFresh seasonal fruits
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Greek Pasta SaladPenne pasta, calamata olives, basil, roasted peppers, feta cheese & balsamic vinaigrette
Tuscan Combos
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Soup 36 reviews & Salad$10.00Select any cup of soup paired with your choice of our house or hearts of romaine salad
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Soup 36 reviews & Italian Table$10.00Select any cup of soup paired with your choice from the Italian table
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Soup 36 reviews & Panini$10.00Select any cup of soup paired with half portion of our panini sandwiches - the salmon sandwich is not available with this combination
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Salad & Panini$10.00Your choice of our house or hearts of romaine salad paired with a half portion of our panini sandwiches - the salmon sandwich is not available with this combination
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Salad & Italian Table$10.00Your choice of our house or hearts of romaine salad paired with any one choice from the Italian table
La Pastasciutta - "Tossed Pastas"
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Mussels Linguine**, $12.00Prince Edward Island mussels with your choice of our signature white sauce or tomato basil sauceOptional pasta choice,Bella Italia organic whole wheat spaghetti,Gluten free corn spaghetti,
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Isabella's Tomato Basil Pasta, $11.00Barilla angel hair, linguine, penne, or whole wheat spaghetti, signature tomato basil sauce; shaved parmesanOptional pasta choice,Bella Italia organic whole wheat spaghetti,Gluten free corn spaghetti,
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Chicken Parmesan with Fresh Mozzarella, $13.00Served over Barilla angel hair pasta tossed with Isabella's signature tomato basil sauceOptional pasta choices,Bella Italia organic whole wheat spaghetti,Gluten free corn spaghetti,
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Lasagna Bolognese 10 reviews$11.00A lunch portion of our natural beef lasagna layered with pasta sheets and Italian cheeses; tomato basil sauce
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Spicy Chicken 10 reviews & Sausage Orecchiette$14.00White meat chicken and Italian sausage tossed in a light garlic and parmesan cream sauce
Signature Paninis & Sandwiches
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Bella's Chicken Panini$10.00Marinated in rosemary dijon vinaigrette with prosciutto and fresh mozzarella; grilled on a Bakery de France ciabatta roll with garlic-reggiano aioli
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Pan Seared Salmon Sandwich**$13.00On a Tribeca oven bun with spinach and artichoke lemon caper aioli; crispy housemade potato chips
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The Capri$10.00Pan-seared salami, pepperoni, pancetta and fresh mozzarella served warm on grilled La Brea rosemary olive oil bread with garlic-reggiano aioli
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Mediterranean Tuna Melt$11.00Isabella's tuna salad, caper mayonnaise and melted provolone on grilled rosemary olive oil bread
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Drunken" Eggplant Panini$10.00Marinated grilled eggplant and smoked mozzarella cheese served on a Bakery de France ciabatta roll; served in a bowl with our house made "pink" sauce
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Grilled Chicken Salad Panini$10.00Asiago cheese, fresh spinach, and roasted red pepper aioli grilled on a Bakery de France ciabatta roll
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Turkey & Mango Chutney$11.00thin sliced roast turkey with asiago, garlic aioli, mango chutney, and arugula on a Bakery de France ciabatta roll
Pizza Al Forno - Thin Crust, Brick Oven-Baked Pizzas
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Four Cheese$10.00A four cheese blend with or without tomato sauce
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Isabella's Artichoke$13.00Artichokes, roma tomatoes, basil & evoo; a blend of four cheeses
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Cherry Tomato & Arugula$13.00Ricotta cheese, roasted garlic, and a blend of four cheeses topped with fresh arugula
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Siciliana$13.00Prosciutto, roasted garlic, spinach, roasted red peppers, asiago cheese; a blend of four cheeses
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Grilled Chicken$13.00Pancetta, roasted garlic, caramelized onions, fontina; a blend of four cheeses
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Spicy Italian Sausage$13.00Roasted mushrooms, basil and tomato sauce; a blend of four cheeses
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Specialty Meat Lovers$15.00Chorizo sausage, virginia prosciutto, pancetta, Italian sausage, pepperoni, basil and tomato sauce; a blend of four cheeses
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Any Two" Pizza$13.00(With or without tomato sauce) choose any two items from list below
Dinner
Aperitivi
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Isabella's Signature Bellini$8.00Our bellini is a refreshing drink made with prosecco and cipriani bellini mix from harry's bar in Venice, Italy.
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Spritz 10 reviews$8.00This light and refreshing drink will stimulate your senses and whet your appetite - aperol, prosecco, splash of soda water, orange
Antipasti - "Appetizers"
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Bruschetta Platter (serves 2 to 4)$13.00Assortment of savory house-made tapenade, herbed goat cheese, fresh mozzarella, crostini, grilled breads, & roasted garlic
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Fritto Di Calamari$10.00Lightly fried calamari with basil aioli and signature tomato basil sauce
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Crispy Artichoke Hearts$8.00Whole artichoke hearts, breaded in italian seasoning and fried; basil aioli
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Shrimp Scampi 10 reviews$12.00five roasted jumbo shrimp with garlic breadcrumbs, herbed butter, and lemon zest; grilled La Brea bread
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Mussels Di Isabella**$11.00Prince Edward Island mussels sauteed in olive oil with white wine, garlic, crushed red pepper and a touch of cream; grilled la brea bread
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Stuffed Portobello Mushroom$8.00Artichokes, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, fontina & goat cheese roasted in our wood-stone oven
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Our Father's Farm" Meatballs$7.00Naturally raised beef blended just for Isabella's; six meatballs baked in a chunky tomato sauce with shredded fresh mozzarella cheese
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Italian Roasted Oysters$11.00Smoked mozzarella & pancetta cream; garlic bread crumbs and roasted in our wood-stone oven
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Fried Risotto Balls$9.00Stuffed with fresh mozzarella and served over a bed of our signature tomato basil sauce
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Isabella's Appetizer Sampler Platter$30.00Bruschetta platter, calamari fritto, & fried risotto balls
Zuppe - "Soups"
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Creamy bisque with succulent lobster, fresh tarragon & caramelized fennel
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Tuscan White Bean$6.00Cannellini beans, fresh tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon, onions, basil & a touch of garlic
Insalate - "Salads"
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Isabella's House SaladSize,Fresh mesclun greens, shaved reggiano parmesan & toasted pine nutsHalf, $6.00Full, $9.00
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Hearts of RomaineSize,Capers, croutons, shaved reggiano parmesan, white anchovies & caesar dressingHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Dried Fig SaladSize,Fresh mesclun greens, port-soaked figs, spiced candied walnuts, gorgonzola, & tart apple dressingHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Strawberry & Feta Salad 10 reviewsSize,Over spinach with our balsamic dressing; shaved almondsHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Apple & Gorgonzola SaladSize,Mesclun greens tossed with warm maple bacon vinaigrette; crumbled bacon, toasted pecansHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Italian Wedge$8.00Crisp iceberg wedge with pancetta chips, fresh diced roma tomatoes, & creamy gorgonzola dressing
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Flank Steak Salad**$15.00Hydroponic bibb lettuce drizzled with creamy Italian herb dressing; roasted tomatoes, corn, and crispy seasoned tobacco onions
Pizza Al Forno - Thin Crust, Brick Oven-Baked Pizzas
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Four Cheese$10.00A four cheese blend with or without tomato sauce
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Isabella's Artichoke$13.00Artichokes, roma tomatoes, basil & evoo; a blend of four cheeses
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Cherry Tomato & Arugula$13.00Ricotta cheese, roasted garlic, and a blend of four cheeses topped with fresh arugula
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Siciliana$13.00Prosciutto, roasted garlic, spinach, roasted red peppers, asiago cheese; a blend of four cheeses
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Grilled Chicken$13.00Pancetta, roasted garlic, caramelized onions, fontina; a blend of four cheeses
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Spicy Italian Sausage$13.00Roasted mushrooms, basil and tomato sauce; a blend of four cheeses
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Specialty Meat Lovers$15.00Chorizo sausage, virginia prosciutto, pancetta, Italian sausage, pepperoni, basil and tomato sauce; a blend of four cheeses
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Any Two" Pizza (with or Without Tomato Sauce)$13.00Choose any two items from list below
La Pastasciutta - "Tossed pastas"
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Isabella's Tomato Basil Pasta, $13.00Barilla angel hair, linguine, penne, or whole wheat spaghetti, signature tomato basil sauce; shaved parmesanCategory Name,ADD - 4 all natural beef meatballs, $5.00
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Shrimp Aglio E Olio$18.00Sauteed jumbo shrimp over linguine tossed with sauteed garlic olive oil; crushed red pepper; grated asiago
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Goat Cheese Ravioli$15.00Housemade pasta filled with goat cheese; light cream sauce with sundried tomatoes and spinach
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Chicken 43 reviews & Sausage Orecchiette$16.00Italian sausage and white meat chicken in a light garlic & parmesan cream sauce
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Local Bacon & Asparagus Carbonara$16.00smoked bacon from The Rock Barn; tagliatelle pasta; butter, garlic, egg, and cream; cracked pepper & sea salt; grated reggiano
Piatti Della Casa - Plates of the House
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Pan Seared Pacific Cod$18.00Isreali cous cous with Rock Barn bacon, cherry tomatoes and arugula; old bay aioli
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Eggplant Stack$15.00Fried eggplant layered with fresh buffalo mozzarella and goat cheese; arugula; local tomato ragout
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Chicken Piccata 10 reviews$16.00Flour dusted and pan seared thin medallions of chicken topped with sauteed artichokes & capers; creamy polenta
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Lasagna Bolognese 10 reviews$16.00Layered pasta with Italian cheeses & our all natural ground beef sauce (Our Father's Farm); bechamel
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Pan Seared Scallops$20.00Housemade basil pesto risotto; crispy pancetta bits; diced tomato garni
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Isabella's Chicken Parmesan$15.00Fresh tomato basil ragout; linguine tossed with smoked mozzarella cream
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Certified Angus Ribeye**$25.00Balsamic steak sauce; buttermilk battered green beans; mashed potato casserole with applewood smoked bacon, chives, and blended cheeses
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Pan Seared Salmon**$20.00Lemon asparagus risotto; chardonnay butter sauce
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Grilled Beef Tenderloin Medallion**$26.00Gorgonzola & rosemary vinaigrette; sauteed spinach; garlic-rosemary smashed yukon gold potatoes
Sides
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Buttermilk Battered Green Beans$4.00
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Sauteed Green Beans$4.00
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Sauteed Local Vegetables
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Roasted Mushrooms$4.00
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Parmesan Risotto$4.00
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With bacon
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French Fries$4.00
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Creamy Polenta$4.00
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Pasta 10 reviews -Butter & Parmesan 10 reviews$4.00
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Pasta 10 reviews -Tomato Basil Sauce$4.00
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Pasta 10 reviews -Smoked Mozzarella Sauce$4.00
Dinner Specials
Entrees
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Soup of the Day$6.00Roasted Vegetable
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local arugula from Lynchburg Grows; lemon Dijon dressing; local goat cheese from Spring Mill Farm; toasted almonds
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Fried Oysters 10 reviews$10.00Buttermilk fried oysters; old bay aioli garnish
Dessert Special
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Panko Crusted Cod$18.00Parmesan couscous tossed with spinach & pancetta; chardonnay butter sauce
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Grilled Beef Tenderloin$26.00white truffle oil infused Yukon mashed potatoes; grilled asparagus; béarnaise sauce garnish
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Blackened Catfish$18.00local Rappahannock blue catfish served over saffron risotto tossed with local chorizo from The Rock Barn; roasted tomato butter sauce
Dessert
Dessert Wines
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Quady Elysium Black Muscat$8.00A beautiful dessert wine that should influence consumers to rediscover the category - almost as dark as a red wine, it's soft in texture and sweet, with intense essence of tangerine and raspberry flavors.
Port
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Quinta Do Infantado$6.00Ruby port
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Quinta Do Infantado$7.00Tawny port
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Quinta Do Infantado$12.0010 year old tawny
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Quinta Do Infantado$20.0020 year old tawny
Dolci
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Isabella's Dolci Sampler Platter$19.00(Serves 3-5) a sampling of our most popular desserts: tiramisu, 2 baby cannolis, & mocha latte cheesecake
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Tiramisu 10 reviews$7.00Pastry layers, espresso, cocoa, mascarpone and zabaglione; imported from Milan, Italy
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Bella's Chocolate Dipped Cannoli$3.00Chocolate dipped cannoli with sweet mascarpone filling & nutella ganache
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Homemade Pecan Pie$7.00A la mode with vanilla bean ice cream; whipped cream garnish; espresso caramel sauce
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Flourless Chocolate Cupcake$5.00One cupcake topped with vanilla bean ice cream; nutella chocolate ganache drizzle
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Berries with Limoncello Cream & Almond Lace Cookies$7.00Layered with macerated berries and limoncello & lemon curd whipped cream
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Mocha Latte Cheesecake$7.00Light & creamy coffee cheesecake on a dark chocolate crust created for Isabella's by Lynchburg's own "Soooo Cheesy"
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Topped with walnuts & caramel sauce; whipped cream and an amaretti cookie
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Gelato Del Giorno$4.50Daily flavor of Italian ice cream; whipped cream and an amaretti cookie
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Sorbetto Del Giorno$4.50Daily flavor of fruit sorbet from Bindi of Milan, Italy; whipped cream and an amaretti cookie
Grappa
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Inga Dolcetto Grappa$9.00
Chai by David Rio - San Francisco
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Hot Chai Latte$4.50Steamed milk with David Rio's signature award winning Chai is a rich and creamy mixture of black tea and premium spices, including cinnamon, cardamom, and clove
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Spiked Chai$8.00Warm Mount Gay Eclipse rum with David Rio's signature and award winning chai; topped with whipped cream
Trager Brothers Coffee - Lovingston, Virginia
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Fresh Roast Coffee Regular or Decaf$2.00
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Espresso 10 reviews$2.50
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Caffe Latte$3.50
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Cappuccino 10 reviews$3.50
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Mochaccino 10 reviews$4.00
Bevande Fredde Chilled Beverages
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San Benedetto, 1 Liter Carbonated$4.00
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San Benedetto, 1 Liter Natural$4.00
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Lurisia Sparkling Spring Water$3.0016.9 oz
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San Pellegrino, Aranciata Orangeade$3.0011.5 oz
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San Pellegrino, Limonata Lemonade$3.0011.5 oz
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San Pellegrino, Aranciata Rossa Blood Orange$3.00
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San Pellegrino, Melograno Pomegranate$3.00
For Our Young Guests, Under 12 Years Old
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Cheese Pizza 10 reviews, $5.00With or without tomato sauce; add pepperoni for.99 centsExtra,Pepperoni, $1.00
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Just Noodles$4.00Penne, angel hair or linguini with butter and parmesan
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Pasta with Tomato Sauce$5.00Penne, angel hair or linguini
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Pasta with Creamy Smoked Mozzarella Cream Sauce$6.00Penne, angel hair or linguini
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Isabella s all natural beef sauce layered with pasta & cheese; tomato basil sauce
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Baked Penne$7.00Penne pasta baked with smoked mozzarella cream sauce, our version of mac and cheese
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Tomato Pasta & Meatballs 10 reviews$7.00Two meatballs in our signature tomato sauce tossed with penne, angel hair, or linguine (only available at dinner)
Gluten Free Dinner
Zuppe - Soups and Insalate Salads
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Bruschetta Platter$13.00Savory house-made tapenades, goat cheese, fresh mozz, & roasted garlic (no crostini or grilled bread)
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Mussels Di Isabella**$11.00Sauteed in olive oil, white wine, garlic, crushed red pepper & a touch of cream (no grilled bread)
La Pastasciutta - Tossed Corn Pastas
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Isabella's House SaladSize,Fresh mesclun greens, shaved reggiano parmesan & toasted pine nuts choice of dressing: balsamic vinaigrette, creamy lemon dijon, tart apple dressing, creamy gorgonzola, low fat citrus vinaigrette, maple bacon vinaigrette, red wine vinaigrette, creamy italian herbHalf, $6.00Full, $9.00
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Hearts of RomaineSize,Capers, croutons, shaved reggiano parmesan, white anchovies & caesar dressingHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Dried Fig SaladSize,Fresh mesclun greens, port-soaked figs, spiced candied walnuts, gorgonzola, & tart apple dressingHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Apple SaladSize,Fresh mesclun greens, crumbled bacon, toasted pecans; warm maple bacon vinaigrette (no gorgonzola)Half, $7.00Full, $10.00
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Italian Wedge with Pancetta and Tomatoes$8.00Balsamic dressing (no gorgonzola as it is a processed cheese)
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Flank Steak Salad**$15.00hydroponic bibb lettuce with creamy Italian herb dressing; roasted tomatoes, corn (no crispy tobacco onions)
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Strawberry & Feta Salad 10 reviewsSize Size,Over spinach with our balsamic dressing; shaved almondsHalf, $7.00Full, $10.00
Piatti Della Casa - Plates of the House
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Isabella's Tomato Basil Pasta (Corn Pasta)$13.00Signature tomato basil sauce & shaved parmesan
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Shrimp Aglio E Olio (Corn Pasta)$18.00Sauteed jumbo shrimp over linguine tossed with sauteed garlic olive oil; crushed red pepper; grated asiago
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Chicken Orecchiette$16.00white meat chicken in a garlic parmesan cream sauce (no Italian sausage; no slurry in the cream sauce)
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Local Bacon & Asparagus Carbonara$16.00smoked bacon from The Rock Barn; butter, garlic, egg, and cream; cracked pepper & sea salt; grated reggiano
Sunday Brunch
Zuppe & Insalate
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Fresh Squeezed OJ$3.00
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Sunday Bloody$8.00Vodka, bloody mary mix, caper berry stuffed olive, lemon and lime
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Isabella's Signature Bellini$8.00our Bellini is a refreshing drink made with prosecco and Cipriani Bellini mix from Harry's bar in Venice, Italy.
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Bella's Screwdriver$8.00Tito's handmade vodka with fresh squeezed orange juice
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Bakon Bloody$10.00Bakon potato vodka with savory bacon flavor, bloody mary mix, crispy bacon crumbles, lemon and lime
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Aperol Spritz$8.00undoubtedly the most widespread aperitif in Italy Aperol, Prosecco, splash of soda water
Piatti Della Domenica
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Roasted Red Pepper & Crab Soup 10 reviews$7.00Garnished with a fresh dollop of cream
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Romaine lettuce; Caesar dressing; capers; reggiano cheese; smoked salmon; toasted challah bread
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Isabella's Curried Chicken Salad$12.00Mesclun greens; red wine vinaigrette; roasted chicken tossed with celery & raisins with a curry mayonnaise; reggiano & parmesan cheese; toasted pecans; toasted challah bread
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Strawberry & Feta$10.00Spinach; balsamic dressing; fresh strawberries; feta cheese; toasted almonds; toasted challah bread
Piccoli Piatti - "Small Dishes"
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Italian Eggs Benedict**$12.50La Brea rosemary round; pancetta; poached eggs from Our Fathers Farm; Italian basil hollandaise; roasted potatoes or fresh fruit
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Isabellas Sunday Burger (topped w/ fried egg)**$13.00Our Father s Farm (Gretna, VA) all natural burger; provolone cheese; sliced avocado; Applewood smoked bacon; garlic aioli; toasted challah burger bun; house cut fries or fresh fruit
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Shrimp & Grits$16.00Creamy cheesy grits with sauteed jumbo shrimp, mushrooms, chives; pancetta chips
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Stone Ground Nut Pancakes$12.00Our Father's Farm (Gretna, VA) stone ground nut pancake mix; fresh blueberries; cinnamon whipped butter; toasted pecans; McDowell, Virginia maple syrup
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Biscuits and Gravy$11.50housemade reggiano cheese & chive buttermilk biscuits topped with Spring Mill Farm (Concord, VA) pork sausage in a creamy black pepper gravy; sunny side up egg garnish
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Sunday Local Egg Frittata **$12.50local eggs from Our Father s Farm (Gretna, VA); asparagus & local goat cheese from Spring Mill Farm; basil hollandaise; balsamic tossed greens with shaved reggiano cheese; buttered slice of toasted challah bread
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Isabella's Banana Bread French Toast$13.00two thick slices of challah bread dipped in a banana bread custard; McDowell, Virginia Maple Syrup; fresh bananas; toasted pecans; powdered sugar garnish
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Breakfast Pizza**$13.00House made crust; pancetta; roma tomatoes; spinach; sunny side up egg garnish; basil hollandaise; four cheese blend
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toasted challah round; Virginia country ham; poached egg from Our Father's Farm; Italian basil hollandaise; roasted potatoes or fresh fruit
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Smoked Salmon Panini$13.00whole wheat panini topped with local goat cheese mousse from Spring Mill Farm; capers; caramelized onions; smoked salmon & arugula; roasted potatoes or fresh fruit
Menu per Bambini - "12 & Under"
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The Rock Barn Sausage Links**$5.00
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Cheesy Grits Souffle$4.00
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Apple Wood Smoked Bacon$4.00
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Sliced Fresh Fruit$4.00
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Roasted Local Potatoes$4.00
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Reggiano & Chive Buttermilk Biscuit with local jam$3.00