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La Vita Bistro

4.3
4.3
115 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Italian
102 S. Howell St., Pinckney, MI 48169

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Nestled in the charming village of Pinckney, La Vita Bistro offers Contemporary Italian and American cuisine made in a scratch kitchen using local ingredients whenever possible. La Vita Bistro also has a full bar with Craft Cocktails, a large local beer selection and an extensive wine list.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Sunday Brunch: 10:00am - 4:00pm; Lunch:Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 11:30am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (734) 878-1111
  • Website
    http://www.lavitabistro.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Eirik Kauserud
  • Catering
    Off site catering available. Call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    La Vita Bistro does offer private dining options for groups up to 40. Call for details.
  • Location
    102 S. Howell St., Pinckney, MI 48169
  • Neighborhood
    Pinckney
  • Cross street
    M-36
  • Parking details
    Lot and Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    Check our website for a schedule of entertainment on our patio during the summer months.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

La Vita Bistro's menu was last updated on 2/1/2022.

Small Plate + Starters

  • Calamari$9.00

    Lightly floured and flash fried with citrus buerre blanc, sundried tomato, capers and red onion

    • Heirloom Carrots$8.00

      Two hour slow cooked rainbow carrots, natural glaze, pecan crumble, smoked chevre

      • Sausage Sizzler$9.00

        House made Italian sausage with seared peppers and onions served sizzling with marinara on the side

        • Spinach Dip$7.00

          House special spinach and artichoke dip baked golden brown and served with toast points

          • Tender Tips$8.00

            Spice rubbed tenderloin tips seared and served with cilantro pesto, demi glace and grilled bread

            • Antipasti$15.00

              Soppresata, capicola gouda, marinated mozzarella, olives, roasted garlic, crackers and pimento cheese

              • Sicilian Eggplant$10.00

                Crispy eggplant, fresh basil, tomatoes, onion, mozzarella and balsamic glaze

                • Mussels La Vita$9.00

                  One pound of Maine blue mussels with garlic, shallot, wine and butter served with grilled bread

                  • House Bruschetta$7.00

                    Tomato bruschetta, goat cheese pesto and olive tapenade with grilled bread

                    Entree Salads

                    Add: Shrimp - $6, Salmon - $5, Chicken - $3, Steak - $6

                    • Caesar$11.00

                      Caesar salad tossed in our house dressing and served with roasted garlic, bell pepper compote, croutons, grape tomato and parmesan cheese

                      • La Vita Salad$9.00

                        Mixed greens, marinated pears, gorgonzola cheese, candied pecans, tossed in our homemade balsamic shallot vinaigrette

                        • Jude's Law$9.00

                          Arugula and honey balsamic dressing with goat cheese, tomatoes, red onion and pine nuts

                          • Caprese Salad$10.00

                            Layered mozzarella and tomatoes with basil, olive oil and balsamic glaze

                            New York Style Pizza

                            Pizza toppings: pepperoni, sausage, ham, bacon, mushrooms, mild peppers, tomatoes, onions, broccoli, spinach, black olives, green olives

                            • Deluxe$11.00

                              Pepperoni, mushroom, onions, green peppers with our house sauce and mozzarella blend

                              • BBQ Chicken$11.00

                                BBQ sauce, three cheeses, bacon, chicken and onions

                                • Vegetarian$11.00

                                  Zucchini, squash, roasted peppers, artichokes and olives over garlic and olive oil with three cheese blend

                                  • Arras Tata$11.00

                                    House made ground Italian sausage with roasted peppers, basil and cheese blend with spig sauce

                                    • Build Your Own$11.00

                                      Up to 4 topping

                                      Italian Hero Sandwiches

                                      Hero Sandwiches served with hand cut fries. Add Cup of Soup or Small Salad for $1.99

                                      • The Godfather$9.50

                                        Prosciutto, buffalo mozzarella, capicola, pesto, pepper rings and tomato with vinaigrette

                                        • Tony Montana$12.00

                                          Shrimp, garlic, provolone, pink sauce, arugula and red onion

                                          • Tony Soprano$10.00

                                            Soppressata, capicola and prosciutto with mozzarella, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion and Italian dressing

                                            • New York Parm$11.00

                                              Chicken or eggplant parmesan melt

                                              • Bistro Burger$12.00

                                                Chuck, sirloin and round half pound char-grilled burger with cheese, caramelized onions, sharp cheddar, pickles, lettuce, with our special Pancho sauce

                                                Homemade Soups

                                                • Tuscan Chicken Noodle$3.00

                                                  • Minestrone$3.00

                                                    • Piedmont Onion$3.00

                                                      • Soup du Jour$3.00

                                                        Dinner Entrees

                                                          La Vita Classics

                                                          • Filet

                                                            • Chicken Asiago Bowtie

                                                              • Wild Mushroom Chicken

                                                                • Spicy Chicken Bowties

                                                                  Chef's Specialties

                                                                  • Duck & Gnocchi

                                                                    • Surf and Turf

                                                                      • Crab Cakes

                                                                        • Sicilian Sirloin

                                                                          • Shrimp and Scallops

                                                                            Italian Specialties

                                                                            • Baked Pasta

                                                                              • Bucatini with Meat

                                                                                • Marsala

                                                                                  • Parmigiana

                                                                                    • Salmon Caprese

                                                                                      • Picatta

                                                                                        • Jumbo Cheese Ravioli

                                                                                          La Vita Desserts

                                                                                          • Cannolis

                                                                                            • Chocolate Cheesecake

                                                                                              • Tiramisu$5.00

                                                                                                • Flourless Chocolate Torte$5.00

                                                                                                  • Almond Cake$5.00

                                                                                                    What 115 people are saying

                                                                                                    La Vita Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                    4.3
                                                                                                    4.3 based on all time ratings
                                                                                                    • 4.3Food
                                                                                                    • 4.3Service
                                                                                                    • 4.2Ambience
                                                                                                    • 4.1Value

                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                    115 Reviews

                                                                                                    1. tpmg

                                                                                                      Detroit34 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined on April 18, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      This is the only upscale restaurant in Pinckney or Hamburg. Family owned with a new chef, very good food and nice cozy spot.

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                                                                                                    2. AmyM

                                                                                                      Detroit1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on April 12, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      We all enjoyed our meals very much, and the wine. Our server never let our glasses be empty. However, $300 for 2 couples seems a teensy bit high. Still 5 stars from us

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                                                                                                    3. ChrisT

                                                                                                      Detroit2 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined on March 23, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Overall our experience was very good. However, after cashing out, our group stayed at the table and chatted for another hour. It would have been nice if a server came by. We have ordered another round of drinks

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                                                                                                    4. PaulaW

                                                                                                      Detroit28 reviews

                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                      Dined on March 22, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Disappointing this time, but we will go back. Calamari as always was great, and the Italian creme cake was also excellent. The bread, which is usually one of our favorites first came out hard and cold, then the new batch was burnt. EXTREMELY skimpy wine pour for $10. Hubby's salad was essentially dressing-less though he did like his entree. He got the ribeye, which is what I should have ordered. I ordered the Caprese Pasta special and it was completely tasteless and swimming in oil, which appeared to be the only attempt at flavoring. Chalking it up to bad night. We usually really enjoy our meals here.

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                                                                                                    5. sharonp

                                                                                                      Detroit2 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on February 27, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Excellent food and service, as always. My husband ordered the surf as turf as he did the time before. He was again very pleased. I ordered the special entree for the evening, lemon chicken. It was delicious. Upon leaving, staff assisted us in using an alternate door that was closer to out parked car which was very appreciated in this cold weather.

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                                                                                                    6. AndyB

                                                                                                      Detroit2 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on February 26, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      The food is consistently excellent at La Vita Bistro. Our group of seven had a variety of selections, and each was well prepared and tasted great. Our waitress Maggie was wonderful, both fun and efficient; we have enjoyed her service on multiple occasions.

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                                                                                                    7. CherylW

                                                                                                      Detroit1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on February 16, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      I made my reservations online and must have missed where you can request a booth...we ended up having to sit at the bar for about 30 minutes but in the end, we did get our booth, which is a lot of why we choose your restaurant, love the booths. Our meal was very good. Had to wait awhile for a drink while sitting at the bar and then there wasn’t any Bloody Mary mix☹️All in all it was a positive experience.

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                                                                                                    8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                      Detroit1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on February 15, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      This is the Second time my wife and I have dined in the restaurant. Both times have been great! Food is good, atmosphere is cozy and the price is reasonable.

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                                                                                                    9. RoseAnnS

                                                                                                      San Francisco1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on February 14, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Your staff was very helpful and attentive. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect for our Valentine's Day dinner!! Thank You!!!

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                                                                                                    10. DonnaH

                                                                                                      Detroit3 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined on February 14, 2019

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      I was enticed by coming on valentine's day for their firecracker shrimp special thinking it was the same recipe they stopped serving on their menu that we really missed. The shrimp was no way firecracker - no spice! Not the same recipe at all - disappointing. We love the calamari app! Waitress was super friendly. Love the local spot!

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                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                    La Vita Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (734) 878-1111.

                                                                                                    La Vita Bistro is rated 4.3 stars by 115 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                    Not available on OpenTable

                                                                                                    Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

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                                                                                                    Google Map for La Vita Bistro

                                                                                                    102 S. Howell St., Pinckney, MI 48169

                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                    • Cross street
                                                                                                      M-36
                                                                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                                                                      Pinckney
                                                                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                                                                      Sunday Brunch: 10:00am - 4:00pm; Lunch:Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 11:30am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                      $30 and under
                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                      Contemporary Italian, Contemporary American
                                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                                      Casual Dining
                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                      Lot and Street Parking
                                                                                                    • Payment options
                                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                    • Executive chef
                                                                                                      Eirik Kauserud
                                                                                                    • Entertainment
                                                                                                      Check our website for a schedule of entertainment on our patio during the summer months.
                                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                                      Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                                      http://www.lavitabistro.com/
                                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                                      (734) 878-1111
                                                                                                    • Catering
                                                                                                      Off site catering available. Call for details.
                                                                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                                                                      La Vita Bistro does offer private dining options for groups up to 40. Call for details.
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