private dining - Bistro Bella Vita

MEDITERRANEAN
countryside cuisine
PRIVATE DINING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
OUR LOCATION.............................................................................PAGE 3
MENUS..............................................................................................PAGE 4-9
Appetizers..........................................................................................PAGE 4
Lunches...............................................................................................PAGE 5-7
Dinners.................................................................................................PAGE 8-9
Desserts...............................................................................................PAGE 9
CHEF’S TASTING MENU...............................................................PAGE 10
BEVERAGE......................................................................................PAGE 11
Open Bar Menu ...............................................................................PAGE 12-13
Limited Bar Menu ...........................................................................PAGE 14-15
ATMOSPHERE & SERVICE PHILOSOPHY................................PAGE 16
EXECUTIVE CHEF TEAM..............................................................PAGE 17
POLICIES.........................................................................................PAGE 18-19
BANQUET ROOM LAYOUTS.......................................................PAGE 20
AT-WILL CONTRACT AGREEMENT..........................................PAGE 21
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WELCOME TO BISTRO BELLA VITA!
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OUR LOCATION
Bistro Bella Vita boasts one of the hottest locations in West Michigan, located downtown just west of the
arena within walking distance of theatres, hotels and the convention center.
BISTRO BELLA VITA DOWNTOWN
44 Grandville Ave., SW. Grand Rapids, Michigan
Phone: 616-222-4600
Fax: 616-222-4601
Web: www.bistrobellavita.com
Twitter: twitter.com/bistrobellavita
FOCUS ON PRIORITIES
Bistro Bella Vita, an Essence Restaurant Group establishment, was designed to ensure guests understand
our top priorities: Cuisine, Beverage, and Service. Our restaurant’s layout features and accents cuisine
preparation and our commitment to high-quality beverage service. Our private dining philosophy also is
consistent with meeting these priorities.
THE BISTRO BELLA VITA CONCEPT
Fresh, Natural Cuisine, Made From Scratch Every Day
We go above and beyond to deliver the ultimate dining experience with top-notch, personable service,
whether it’s a simple pizza and beer with friends, or an elegant Cellar Table meal perfectly paired with
appropriate wines. Guests enjoy our unique downtown atmosphere and our creative cuisine made
exclusively from fresh, natural ingredients purchased daily from local farmers in season. Our culinary
team creates authentic, housemade recipes that blend the delicious flavors of the Mediterranean
countryside with a perfectly paired beverage offering served by a devoted staff whose passion is to
ensure your complete satisfaction.
“We couldn’t be happier… we have no reason
to look elsewhere to hold our annual event.”
—Ryan O.
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APPETIZERS
FLASH FRIED CALAMARI$13.00 per order
(SERVES 4)
marinara, lemon, garlic aioli, gremolata
HOUSE-MADE PIZZASSEE PAGE 7
(SERVES 5)
please see our menu on page 7 for pizza choices
HOUSE-MADE MEATBALLS$4.00 per person
marinara, parmesan cheese
TOMATO BRUSCHETTA$3.00 per person
marinated tomatoes, red onion, basil, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar,
parmesan cheese, crostini
ASSORTED VEGETABLES$3.00 per person
with peppercorn ranch
CHEESE & CRACKERS$4.00 per person
local artisan cheeses
ANTIPASTA$5.00 per person
assorted meats, cheeses, relishes, crackers
POACHED ROCK SHRIMP$6.00 per person
vegetable gazpacho, arugula
BREADS & SPREADS$4.00 per person
housemade spreads, assorted bread
FRESH FRUIT$3.00 per person
WILD MUSHROOM POLENTA$11.00 per order
(SERVES 3)
creamy parmesan polenta, wild mushroom ragout, kale, gouda
STUFFED MEDJOOL DATES$9.00 per order
(SERVES 4)
goat cheese, harissa, farm greens
FRESH GOAT CHEESE$12.00 per order
(SERVES 3)
sofrito, arugula, grilled baguette
CARPACCIO*$16.00 per order
(SERVES 3)
wagyu beef, profiterole, whipped pecorino, calabrian chili vinaigrette, fried capers
HUMMUS$4.00 per order
white and garbanzo beans, tahini, lemon, garlic, flatbread, lightly pickled vegetables
*consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions
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PLATED LUNCHES
ENTRÉE SALADS
Add to any salad listed below: chicken $6, Calamari $6, Salmon $12
ARUGULA SALAD
$11.00
arugula, cashew, fennel, celery, grape, red onion, parmesan, Michigan
honey-dijon vinaigrette
GREEK SALAD
$11.00
arugula, radish, beet, cucumber, Kalamata olive, roasted pepper, crouton,
feta cheese, lemon-herb vinaigrette
CAESAR$10.00
romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, house-made Caesar dressing
PASTA
Add a house salad for $3
ROTINI CON POLLO
$15.00
confit chicken, pesto cream, parmesan, pine nuts
ROTINI CON VEGETABLE
$14.00
roasted vegetables, pesto cream, parmesan, pine nuts
RIGATONI BOLOGNESE
$16.00
traditional northern Italian meat sauce, parmesan
MEDITERRANEAN ROTINI
$15.00
broccoli, cherry tomato, Kalamata olive, feta cheese, roasted garlic-white wine sauce
WILD MUSHROOM RIGATONI
$15.00
wild mushrooms, gorgonzola cream sauce
BRAISED PORK RISOTTO
$21.00
wild mushrooms, parmesan
SEAFOOD RISOTTO
$23.00
fresh fish, seafood, tomato, spinach, parmesan cheese
PARISIAN GNOCCHI
bay scallop, rock shrimp, mushroom, cauliflower, broccoli, lobster broth
$23.00
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PLATED LUNCHES CONT.
ENTRÉES
Add a house salad for $3
CHICKEN MARSALA$19.00
mashed potatoes, wild mushrooms, house vegetables, Marsala wine sauce
SALMON$26.00
mashed potatoes, house vegetable, lobster-butter soup
SEAFOOD STEW$21.00
fresh fish, seafood, potato, peppers, lobster broth
BEEF BRISKET $18.99
mashed potatoes, house vegetable, sauce bordelaise
TAJINE$18.00
stewed farm vegetables, garbanzo beans, toasted quinoa, tahini goat cheese, charmoula
NY STRIP MP
mashed potatoes, house vegetable, sauce bordelaise
FILET MIGNON MP
mashed potatoes, house vegetable, sauce bordelaise
SANDWICHES
All sandwiches are served with kettle chips, add house-made truffle fries for $5, fresh fruit for $4
TURKEY$13.00
turkey, apple, arugula, mustard-pecorino dressing, sourdough
JLT $13.00
pork jowl, lettuce, tomato, white cheddar, orange marmalade, sourdough
CHICKEN$13.00
grilled chicken breast, white cheddar, bacon, tomato, arugula, herb aioli, grilled flatbread
BBV CLUB$13.00
mortadella, prosciutto cotto, turkey, olive tapenade, mustard, lettuce, tomato, parmesan,
house-made focaccia
MP= Market Price
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LUNCH BUFFET OPTIONS
All buffet options include bread & oil and a refillable beverage.
Add house-made petite dessert assortment for $4
SALAD & PASTA – choose 2 of each
$20.00
SALAD, PASTA & PIZZA – choose 2 of each$23.00
SALAD, ENTRÉES & SIDE DISHES – choose 1 salad, 2 entrees and 2 sides$25.00
SALADS
PASTA House Caesar
Greek
Arugula
Rotini con Pollo
Rigatoni Bolognese
Mediterranean Rotini
Braised Beef Risotto
PIZZA Rustica
Mediterranean
Formaggi
Bella Vita
ENTREES
SIDES
Braised Beef
Rotisserie Chicken
Grilled Salmon
Pork Chop
Roasted Potatoes
Rotini Marinara
Mashed Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetables
PIZZAS
RUSTICA$15.00
Italian sausage, pepperoni, mozzarella, marinara, parmesan
BELLA VITA PIZZA $14.00
smoked ham, pepperoncini, onion, bacon, fresh mozzarella, marinara
FORMAGGI $16.00
goat cheese, gorgonzola, mozzarella, parmesan, mushroom, rosemary, garlic oil
MEDITERRANEAN$14.00
zucchini, squash, red onion, roasted pepper, baby spinach, Kalamata olive, mozzarella,
pesto, feta cheese
CHICKEN$14.00 confit chicken, grilled vegetables, onion, roasted pepper, romesco, feta, mozzarella
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PLATED DINNERS
All plated dinners include a house salad with balsamic vinaigrette and bread & oil.
Add Caesar or Greek Salad for $2
PASTAS
ROTINI CON POLLO
1-25 Guests
26-40 Guests
41-55 Guests
56+
6 Choices
5 Choices
4 Choices
3 Choices
$22.00
confit chicken, pesto cream, parmesan, pine nuts
ROTINI CON VEGETABLE $21.00
roasted vegetables, pesto cream, parmesan, pine nuts
RIGATONI BOLOGNESE$22.00
traditional northern Italian meat sauce, parmesan
MEDITERRANEAN ROTINI $21.00
broccoli, cherry tomato, Kalamata olive, feta cheese, roasted garlic-white wine sauce
WILD MUSHROOM RIGATONI$21.00
wild mushrooms, gorgonzola cream sauce
BRAISED PORK RISOTTO$24.00
wild mushrooms, parmesan
SEAFOOD RISOTTO $28.00
fresh fish, seafood, tomato, spinach, parmesan cheese
PARISIAN GNOCCHI $29.00
bay scallop, rock shrimp, mushroom, cauliflower, broccoli, lobster broth
TAJINE $21.00
stewed farm vegetables, garbanzo beans, toasted quinoa, tahini goat cheese, charmoula
ENTRÉES
All entrees come with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables
SPIT-FIRED CHICKEN with natural herbed jus
$26.00
CHICKEN MARSALA with wild mushrooms and Marsala wine sauce $27.00
$32.00
SALMON grilled to order with lobster-butter soup
BEEF BRISKET slowly braised with sauce bordelaise
$27.00
BISTRO STEAK OFFERINGS
All steaks come with mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables and sauce bordelaise
NY STRIP
FILET MIGNON
MP
MP
MP= Market Price
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FAMILY STYLE DINNERS
Family style dinner includes bread & oil and a refillable beverage.
Food is served in bowls and platters per table and meant to be passed.
Can be set up buffet-style upon request.
Add house-made petite dessert assortment for $4
SALAD & PASTA – choose 2 of each
$25.00
SALAD, PASTA & PIZZA – choose 2 of each$28.00
SALAD, ENTRÉES & SIDE DISHES – choose 1 salad, 2 entrees and 2 sides$31.00
SALADS
PASTA PIZZA ENTREES
SIDES
House Caesar
Greek
Arugula
Rotini con Pollo
Rigatoni Bolognese
Mediterranean Rotini
Braised Beef Risotto
Rustica
Mediterranean
Formaggi
Bella Vita
Braised Beef
Rotisserie Chicken
Grilled Salmon
Pork Chop
Roasted Potatoes
Rotini Marinara
Mashed Potatoes
Seasonal Vegetables
DESSERT
VANILLA CHEESECAKE$7.00
goat cheese, graham cracker crust, lemon curd, red-wine blueberry sauce
WARM FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE$8.00
vanilla gelato, cashews, maple caramel, chocolate sauce
TIRAMISU$7.50
house-made lady fingers, sweet mascarpone cream, chocolate, berries
CRÈME BRÛLÉE$7.00
caramalized vanilla custard, berries
PALAZZOLO'S ARTISAN GELATO & SORBET$7.00
PETITE DESSERT ASSORTMENT
Please inquire on current assortment
$6.00 per person
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BISTRO BELLA VITA CHEF’S TASTING MENU
We would like to invite you to enjoy a very special dining experience at Bistro Bella Vita Downtown—our
Chef's Tasting. An experience like no other, Bistro Bella Vita’s Chef's Tasting will take you anywhere your
heart desires through the experience of our truly fresh cuisine in an intimate setting.
TOUR THE WORLD
Enjoy fabulous food from different cultures around the globe with a culinary world tour. Whether you
desire a taste of Europe, Asia or any other global favorite—or you prefer domestic flavors of the United
States, our Chef Team will treat you to a night to remember filled with fabulous food and wonderful wine.
DINING WITH KNOWLEDGE
Every Chef's Tasting experience comes complete with a multicourse meal featuring detailed descriptions of each dish. You can
add a wine pairing, hand selected by our experienced wine steward,
to pair perfectly with each course.
ENTERTAIN IN STYLE
Perfect for any special occasion, client entertaining and family
gatherings, our Chef's Tasting is an experience you and your
guests will talk about and remember for a long time to come.
VIP CELLAR TABLE
Bistro's VIP Cellar Table is a unique, private setting where you
can entertain up to 14 guests in your own private corner of the
restaurant. There is no minimum charge and no room charge.
Order from the menu or work with our event planner to create your
own custom menu.
CAFÉ & BAR AREA
BISTRO BELLA VITA VIP
CELLAR TABLE
Looking for something less formal? Our café and bar area creates the perfect casual spot for a mingling
mixer of appetizers and cocktails with friends, family or colleagues. We can customize this space to
fit a variety of requests, accommodating up to 30 guests. (Management reserves the right to remove tables if
attendance is limited.)
Contact us to schedule your Chef’s Tasting,VIP Cellar Table, or Café & Bar Area
experience: 616.222.4600 or info@bistrobellavita.com.
WORLD-CLASS BEVERAGE PROGRAM
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BEVERAGE AT BISTRO
Bistro Bella Vita has one of the most extensive beverage
programs in the industry, featuring a vast selection of wines,
spirits and beers. We practice all liquor laws to their fullest
degree and are in good standing with the M.L.C.C. Bistro
Bella Vita offers the most comprehensive Beverage Program
in West Michigan.
WINE
Our wine list features over 100 bottles of the best wines
from France, Italy, Australia and the U.S. We feature highquality, unique wines at a value to our guests. Our cellar wine
list features high-end wines for the more selective wine
connoisseur. We have the ability to bring in any wine desired
from around the world to meet special guest requests.
SPIRITS
We have one of the largest premium, top-shelf spirit
selections in the state, focusing on premium vodkas and gins.
Our signature cocktail, the Martini, is a timeless cocktail that
came into prominence during the jazz era in the 1930s and
40s. We hand shake each Martini table side for the freshest
Martini in town.
BEER
Our beer selection comprises a comprehensive offering of the world’s finest beers. We can satisfy any
guest requirement from domestic and imports to micro brews. Our Bella Vita Beer Garden includes over
75 beers, from rich Belgian-style ales to local craft brews.
“The service was awesome, the food was fabulous,
the cucumber martinis way too smooth...”
— Pam A.
“Absolutely perfect service! Food was incredible! Everyone in our party
commented the next day how wonderful Bistro Bella Vita was.”
— Ernie V.
BEVERAGE MENU
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OPEN BAR
Includes beer, wine, cocktails and martinis.
Signature cocktails are seasonal.
BOTTLE BEER
CHIMAY Cinq Cents, Grand Réserve; WESTMALLE Tripel; ROCHEFORT 8, 10; FRAMBOISE Lambic; LEFFE Blonde;
DELIRIUM Tremens; UNIBROUE La Fin Du Monde; HOEGAARDEN; FOUNDERS Dirty Bastard, Centennial IPA;
BELL’S Amber, Porter; SHORT’S Huma Lupa Licious IPA; NEW HOLLAND Mad Hatter IPA, Dragon’s Milk; CELLAR
BREWING Black Magic RyPA; GRIFFIN CLAW El Rojo Red Ale; VANDER MILL Ginger Peach Cider; DRAGONMEAD
Under The Kilt Scotch Ale; MT. TOWN BREWING Train Wreck Amber; SIERRA NEVADA Pale Ale; LAGUNITAS
IPA; BRECKENRIDGE Vanilla Porter; SAMUEL SMITH Nut Brown Ale, Oatmeal Stout; NEWCASTLE Brown Ale;
YOUNG'S Double Chocolate Stout; GUINNESS Stout; HOFBRÄU Original; CLAUSTHALER N.A.; ERDINGER;
WEIHENSTEPHANER; PILSNER URQUELL; PERONI; HEINEKEN; AMSTEL Light; STELLA ARTOIS; RED STRIPE;
CORONA Extra, Light; LABATT BLUE Pilsner; BUDWEISER; BUD LIGHT; MICHELOB Ultra; COORS Light; MILLER
Light; BLUE MOON; ORIGINAL SIN Hard Cider (gf); ANGRY ORCHARD Crisp Apple Cider (gf), GLUTENBERG
Blonde Ale, IPA (gf); NOT YOUR FATHER’S Root Beer
DRAUGHT BEER
16 OZ. PINTS– Please inquire with your server about our current draught beer selections which include great
foreign, micro-brew and local craft brew choices.
WINE
WHITES– Moscato d'Asti, Late Harvest Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Viognier, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay
REDS– Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chianti Classico, Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, Malbec, Zinfandel, Super Tuscan,
Cabernet Sauvignon
COCKTAILS
VODKA, RUM, TEQUILA, GIN, WHISKEY
PORT & DESSERT WINE
Grahams Six Grapes Ruby, Four Vines Zin Port, Warre's Otima, Grahams 30yr Tawny, Rodney Strong 2007
Vintage, Chateau de Beaulon 5yr Rouge, Chateau du Haire Sauternes, Lapeyre La Magendia, Moletto Grappa di
Moscato, Chateau Beaulon 5yr Blanc, Paul Zinck Late Harvest Gewurztraminer
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OPEN BAR CONT.
Includes beer, wine, cocktails and martinis.
Signature cocktails are seasonal.
BISTRO CLASSIC MARTINIS
THE BITTER END- Finlandia grapefruit vodka, orange and grapefruit juice
CLASSIC CHAMBORD- Bombay Sapphire gin, Chambord, lime juice
GINGER & JUICE- Van Gogh pineapple vodka, ginger liqueur, pineapple juice
ROYALE- Vodka, Chambord, pineapple juice
PLUM CRAZY- Pearl plum vodka, plum wine, blackberry purée, white cranberry juice
THE CHOCOLATIÈRE- Vanilla vodka, chocolate liqueur in a chocolate-swirled martini glass
THE PEAR- Grey Goose pear vodka, pear purée, apple juice
COSMOPOLITAN- Vodka, orange liqueur, lime juice, cranberry juice
MANGO CRUSH- Malibu mango rum, vodka, orange and cranberry juice
BISTRO BLUES- Raspberry vodka, blue curaçao, sour mix, Sprite
COLD HEARTED- Vanilla vodka, creme de strawberry, pineapple juice
VESPER- Ketel One vodka, Tanqueray gin, white lillet
BISTRO MODERN MARTINIS
PRICKLY PEAR- Milagro Silver tequila, prickly pear liqueur, housemade sour
'BELLA VITA' CITRUS DROP- Pearl citrus vodka, lemoncello, sour, sugar rim
COSMO BLANCO- Grape vodka, orange liqueur, white cranberry juice
POMEGRANATE PUNCH- Blueberry vodka, pomegranate juice, splash of sour
THE CUCUMBER- Pearl cucumber vodka, cucumber infusion, white cranberry juice
ESPRESSO- Espresso vodka, Kahlua, Bailey's, shot of fresh espresso
BISTRO BELLINI- Orange vodka, Peach Crémant wine, peach liqueur, orange juice
BEE STING- Jack Daniels, Sauza gold, honey syrup, orange juice, ginger beer, sour
BISTRO SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
NEVERMORE MANHATTAN– Rittenhouse Rye, Cinzano sweet vermouth, Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur, bitters,
served up in a coupe
MOTOR CITY MULE- Valentine vodka, ginger beer, fresh lime juice, served in a copper mug
WITH LOVE- Valentine White Blossom vodka, Hendriks gin, White Lillet, St. Germain, served in a coupe
MIGRONI- Classic Negroni made with Michigan gin, Two James gin, Aperal, Carpano vermouth, on the rocks
SAP SPIKE- maple-syrup infused Rittenhouse Rye, Drambuie, orange juice, bitters, on the rocks
DUTCH ENVY- New Holland Knickerbocker gin, green chartreuse, Cinzano sweet vermouth, orange bitters,
served up in a coupe
BEVERAGE MENU
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LIMITED BAR
$10 & Under
BOTTLE BEER
CHIMAY Cinq Cents; WESTMALLE Tripel; ROCHEFORT 8; LEFFE Blonde; DELIRIUM Tremens; UNIBROUE
La Fin Du Monde; HOEGAARDEN; FOUNDERS Dirty Bastard, Centennial IPA; BELL’S Amber, Porter; SHORT’S
Huma Lupa Licious IPA; NEW HOLLAND Mad Hatter IPA, Dragon’s Milk; CELLAR BREWING Black Magic RyPA;
GRIFFIN CLAW El Rojo Red Ale; VANDER MILL Ginger Peach Cider; DRAGONMEAD Under The Kilt Scotch Ale; MT. TOWN
BREWING Train Wreck Amber; SIERRA NEVADA Pale Ale; LAGUNITAS IPA; BRECKENRIDGE Vanilla Porter, SAMUEL
SMITH Nut Brown Ale, Oatmeal Stout; NEWCASTLE Brown Ale; YOUNG'S Double Chocolate Stout; GUINNESS Stout;
HOFBRÄU Original; CLAUSTHALER N.A.; ERDINGER; WEIHENSTEPHANER; PILSNER URQUELL; PERONI; HEINEKEN;
AMSTEL Light; STELLA ARTOIS; RED STRIPE; CORONA Extra, Light; LABATT BLUE Pilsner; BUDWEISER; BUD LIGHT;
MICHELOB Ultra; COORS Light; MILLER Light; BLUE MOON; ORIGINAL SIN Hard Cider (gf); ANGRY ORCHARD Crisp
Apple Cider (gf); GLUTENBERG Blonde Ale (gf), IPA (gf); NOT YOUR FATHER’S Root Beer
DRAUGHT BEER
16 OZ. PINTS– Please inquire with your server about our current draught beer selections which include great
foreign, micro-brew and local craft brew choices.
WINE
WHITES– Moscato d’Asti, Late Harvest Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Viognier, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay
REDS– Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chianti Classico, Montepulciano D’ Abruzzo, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon
COCKTAILS
WELL– Vodka, Rum, Tequila, Gin, Whiskey
PORT & DESSERT WINE
Grahams Six Grapes Ruby, Four Vines Zin Port, Warre's Otima, Grahams 10yr Tawny, Rodney Strong 2007
Vintage, Chateau du Haire Sauternes, Lapeyre La Magendia, Moletto Grappa di Moscato
BISTRO CLASSIC MARTINIS
THE BITTER END- Finlandia grapefruit vodka, orange and grapefruit juice
THE CHOCOLATIÈRE- Vanilla vodka, chocolate liqueur in a chocolate-swirled martini glass
COSMOPOLITAN- Vodka, orange liqueur, lime juice, cranberry juice
MANGO CRUSH- Malibu mango rum, vodka, orange and cranberry juice
BISTRO BLUES- Raspberry vodka, blue curaçao, sour mix, Sprite
COLD HEARTED- Vanilla vodka, creme de strawberry, pineapple juice
COSMO BLANCO- Grape vodka, orange liqueur, white cranberry juice
BISTRO BELLINI- Orange vodka, Peach Crémant wine, peach liqueur, orange juice
BISTRO SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
MOTOR CITY MULE- Valentine vodka, ginger beer, fresh lime juice, served in a copper mug
SAP SPIKE- maple-syrup infused Rittenhouse Rye, Drambuie, orange juice, bitters, served on the rocks
BEVERAGE MENU
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LIMITED BAR
$7 & Under
BOTTLE BEER
LEFFE Blonde; UNIBROUE La Fin Du Monde; HOEGAARDEN; FOUNDERS Dirty Bastard, Centennial IPA; BELL’S Amber,
Porter; SHORT’S Huma Lupa Licious IPA; NEW HOLLAND Mad Hatter IPA, Dragon’s Milk; CELLAR BREWING Black
Magic RyPA; GRIFFIN CLAW El Rojo Red Ale; VANDER MILL Ginger Peach Cider; DRAGONMEAD Under The Kilt
Scotch Ale; MT. TOWN BREWING Train Wreck Amber; SIERRA NEVADA Pale Ale; LAGUNITAS IPA; BRECKENRIDGE
Vanilla Porter; SAMUEL SMITH Nut Brown Ale, Oatmeal Stout; NEWCASTLE Brown Ale; YOUNG'S Double Chocolate
Stout; GUINNESS Stout; HOFBRÄU Original; CLAUSTHALER N.A.; ERDINGER; WEIHENSTEPHANER; PILSNER
URQUELL; PERONI; HEINEKEN; AMSTEL Light; STELLA ARTOIS; RED STRIPE; CORONA Extra, Light; LABATT BLUE
Pilsner; BUDWEISER; BUD LIGHT; MICHELOB Ultra; COORS Light; MILLER Light; BLUE MOON; ORIGINAL SIN Hard
Cider; ANGRY ORCHARD Crisp Apple Cider; GLUTENBERG Blonde Ale, IPA (gf); NOT YOUR FATHER’S Root Beer
DRAUGHT BEER
16 OZ. PINTS– Please inquire with your server about our current draught beer selections which include great
foreign, micro-brew and local craft brew choices.
WINE
$25/BOTTLE
WHITES– Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay
REDS– Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
COCKTAILS
WELL– Vodka, Rum, Tequila, Gin, Whiskey
Limited Bar can be further limited and customized for specific preferences.
BISTRO BELLA VITA SETTING & SERVICE
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ATMOSPHERE
DÉCOR & ATMOSPHERE
Bistro Bella Vita Downtown resembles the pre-WWII jazz
era with the sounds of big band and classical jazz. Wood,
chrome and stainless steel accents complement the timeless
décor. Our banquet room also reflects this era, and can
also accommodate countless themes that may be desired
by guests.
BIG-CITY CASUAL
Bistro Bella Vita falls into this category, appealing to a
broad base of customers. We provide a classy, entertaining,
come-as-you-are, casual ambiance, with high-quality
cuisine and beverage, professional service, and an overall
awareness of value in an urban setting.
SERVICE PHILOSOPHY
MAXIMIZE THE GUEST’S EXPERIENCE
At Bistro Bella Vita we have an uncompromising policy
that has been in place since day one—Maximize the Guest’s
Experience. In fact, Bistro Bella Vita is widely considered the
standard for service excellence in West Michigan. We practice aggressive hospitality management to
ensure our commitment to Maximize the Guest’s Experience and ensure the ultimate dining experience.
ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY
Bistro Bella Vita offers the highest degree of flexibility to accommodate any need; right down to lastminute changes. Our banquet menu feeds off our restaurant menu to ensure supplies and products are
always available.
OUR VISION:
To be West Michigan’s most
respected restaurant destination.
“We couldn’t have been more pleased… from
start to finish the entire process was ideal.”
— Kelly S.
“Bistro Bella Vita provided the
level of service every restaurant
should aspire to.”
— Becky H.
EXECUTIVE CHEF TEAM
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FRESH. NATURAL. LOCAL. CUISINE.
Our Chef Team creates fresh, natural, seasonal cuisine with
only the highest quality ingredients like local, chemical-free
produce, proteins and dairy, whenever possible. We prepare
our dishes with the proper accompaniments that fit the
country or culture of origin, while respecting each country’s
tradition and never over-complicating dishes.
Head Chef Aaron VanTimmeren
Over a decade ago, Aaron started with us from humble
beginnings on the pizza station. It was there that he learned
Bistro’s philosophy from the ground up. Aaron has more
experience in his field than most at his age, including a
degree from Grand Rapids Community College’s Secchia
Institute for Culinary Education. Pair that with the teachings
of his mentor, Executive Chef Patrick Wise, and you get
some of the most highly praised Mediterranean dishes in
the state.
Thriving in the highly competitive world of professional
cooking, Aaron uses his peers as well as a vast library of
recipes to push his culinary creations to the next level. Aaron
enjoys working with local, farm-raised Michigan products:
“We offer our community a place where there is a dedication
to high-level food quality and our guests come first.”
Chef de Cuisine Daniel Blanchard
Working alongside Chef Aaron for over 10 years, Chef Daniel’s skills evolved to include a deep love of
cooking and a pure passion for his work. While his formal training came in the form of both on-the-job
mentoring from Chef Patrick Wise and formal training at Grand Rapids Community College’s Secchia
Institute for Culinary Education, Daniel’s real passion for food stems from childhood. Thinking, “How hard
could it be?” Daniel was cooking dinner for his family by fifth grade.
Chief Culinary Officer Patrick Wise, Essence Restaurant Group
Chef Patrick leads all three culinary teams for Essence Restaurant Group (Grove, Bistro Bella Vita
and The Green Well). His love for great cuisine drove him at an early age to study history and cultural
influences of cuisine around the world by direct immersion. He traveled throughout Europe and the
United States to learn more about the styles and nuances of various cultures and chefs. What he
brought back to Michigan was a cooking style that fits perfectly with ERG’s philosophy. Chef Patrick
became a full partner in Essence Restaurant Group in 2006 with James Berg. In September, 2007 he
helped opened The Green Well Gastro Pub, and in August of 2011, Grove. Chef Patrick oversees all
aspects of the food operations at each Essence Restaurant Group establishment.
BANQUET POLICIES FOR BISTRO BELLA VITA
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DEPOSIT
To reserve the banquet room at Bistro Bella Vita, we require a valid credit card for deposit. Please send
this along with the At-Will Contract agreement found on page 21 of this packet. We will not charge your
card for deposit if you adhere to the stated policies contained in this document. Bistro Bella Vita has first
refusal rights. Prices, menu and availability are subject to change without notice.
GUEST ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS
Host must supply Bistro Bella Vita with a confirmed guest count 48 hours prior to event date. Host can
increase guest count up to 12 hours before event start time.* Once the 48-hour guest confirmation has
been given, the host will be financially responsible for a fee of $20/absent guest if 75% of the confirmed
guest count is not met. *Product availability not guaranteed and additional charges apply.
SERVICE FEE/SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
A 6% Michigan sales tax and a 20% service fee will be added to all invoices for food and beverage.
Tax-exempt guests must notify Bistro Bella Vita two weeks prior to event.
PAYMENT
Payment in full is expected at time of departure. No separate checks. Payment may be made by cashier’s
check, corporate check, cash or major credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover). We
do not accept personal checks. Please make Corporate checks payable to: Bistro Bella Vita, LLC. The
guest will be fiscally responsible for any damage to Bistro Bella Vita, and for any unnecessary cleaning.
Guest will be notified within 5 working days.
CANCELLATIONS
Cancellations made up to two weeks prior to your event date will be charged $100 (this charge covers
coordination and other incurred costs). Any cancellations made within 2 weeks of your event date will be
charged the $250 deposit given at time of event booking. Any cancellation made within 72 hours will
be fiscally responsible for all food and other costs associated with the planned event based on the final
guaranteed attendance.
MENUS
Bistro Bella Vita offers a range of menus from a kids' menu to Tapas to a customized Chef’s Table menu
featuring the ultimate dining experience. (See pages 4 - 9 for menu.) All food must be supplied and
prepared by Bistro Bella Vita. With permission the Bistro management, guests may bring in items that
have been professionally prepared. There will be a $1.75 plate charge per person for any dessert or food
item brought into Bistro.
CORPORATE EVENT PLANNING
No matter the size of your event, Bistro Bella Vita ensures strict attention to detail, top-notch
performance, aesthetic presentation, and ultimate flexibility. Our Event Manager can provide additional
services such as floral, decorations, outdoor equipment, A/V rental ($100), photography, and live
entertainment. Prices subject to individual needs. All decorations must be approved by Bistro Bella Vita
management and removed by the guest at departure. Use of staples, pins, nails etc. are not permitted.
At the request of the guest, we will supply all music. Bands, DJs and other forms of music are prohibited
without prior approval by Bistro Bella Vita.
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PRIVATE DINING ROOM & RESTAURANT CAPACITY
Our private dining room is located in an enclosed area towards the back of the restaurant. We can accommodate up to 80 people for a seated private dining event or 120 for a standing reception.
BISTRO BELLA VITA “THE SKY IS THE LIMIT” SERVICE
Our culinary staff offers customized service to meet any desire. Anything from high-end Cellar Table
service to large party receptions… we can make it happen. Our superior cuisine and service are sure to
guarantee total guest satisfaction.
PRIVATE DINING MINIMUMS
Private Events are subject to a minimum food and beverage requirement of $1,000. Minimums do not
include gratuity, rental, parking, extra charges or tax. If minimums are not met, the $250 room charge
will be added to the final bill.
“Our event was spectacular from start to finish. I recommend
your restaurant to anyone and everyone.”
—Jodi H.
BANQUET ROOM LAYOUTS
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BISTRO BELLA VITA AT-WILL CONTRACT AGREEMENT
Date of event: _________________ Day of event: _______________
Serving Time: _________________
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Arrival Time: ________________
Number of guests: ____________
Occasion: _______________________________________________________
Name of Company/Party: __________________________________________
Contact: ___________________________________ Phone number: _____________________
E-mail: _____________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Credit Card number (required for reservation): __________________________________________________
Expiration date: _________________
Name on Card: _______________________________________
POLICIES & REQUIREMENTS
Private Dining Events are subject to a minimum food and beverage requirement of $1,000. If not met, a
$250 room rental charge will be incurred. (Tax, gratuity, parking and any other non-food/beverage costs are
not included in the F/B minimum)
FINAL MENU CHOICES are due no later than SIX DAYS prior to the event.
A CONFIRMED GUEST COUNT must be supplied no later than 48 hours prior to the event. If less than
75% of confirmed guest count is not met, a fee of $20/absent guest may be incurred.
6% Michigan Sales Tax and 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill.
PAYMENT in full is expected at the time of departure. Separate checks will be permitted at the
discretion of management. Payment may be made by cashier's check, corporate check, cash or major
credit card. No personal checks please.
CANCELLATIONS made up to two weeks prior to the event will be charged $100 (covers coordination
and other costs). Any cancellation made within two weeks of event date will be charged $250. Any
cancellation made within 72 hours will be charged according to food and other costs associated with the
planned event and confirmed attendance.
Policies & Products may be subject to change.
Your date is not guaranteed until you receive an e-mail from Bistro Bella Vita confirming your date.
At-will agreements must be e-mailed or faxed to the attention of Jason Kunze:
jkunze@bistrobellavita.com or 616-222-4601.
Signed: ______________________________________
Dated: __________________________