L’ISOLA BELLA BISTRO MENU

🍝 Discover authentic Sicilian and Italian cuisine at L’Isola Bella Bistro in Lake Country. From handmade pastas and hearty veal Marsala to antipasto platters and house-made tiramisu, this cozy bistro is a local gem. Enjoy gluten-free options, warm hospitality, and a charming atmosphere just minutes from Okanagan Lake.

L’Isola Bella menu in Lake Country:

🍽️ Lunch Menu

Served from 11am-4pm.

🥖 Antipasti & Appetizers

• Soup of the Day

  Freshly prepared soup crafted daily with seasonal ingredients.

• Bruschetta

  Grilled Italian bread topped with juicy tomatoes, basil, garlic, and parmesan.

• Bruschetta Caprese

  Toasted Italian bread layered with pesto, tomato, and melted mozzarella.

• Polpette al Sugo

  Tender beef meatballs simmered in marinara and finished with parmigiano.

• Antipasto Siciliano

  A warm mix of Sicilian olives and eggplant with garlic and herbs, served with focaccia.

• Antipasto Italiano

  A sharing plate of Italian meats and cheeses, garnished with olives and served with bread.

• Mediterraneo Dip

  Creamy housemade dip served with tortilla chips, pita, and fresh veggies.

• Tzatziki

  Traditional yogurt, garlic, and dill dip paired with grilled pita.

• Gamberi

  Jumbo prawns with your choice of zesty chipotle pesto or garlic butter.

🍝 Buon Pranzo – Pasta Dishes

• Linguini Alfredo

  Silky garlic cream sauce tossed with linguini.

• Linguini Neptuno

  Scallops and shrimp sautéed in white wine and garlic rosé sauce, topped with prawns.

• Linguini Pesto

  Creamy basil, garlic, and parmigiano pesto with linguini.

• Ravioli of the Day

  Freshly filled ravioli with the chef’s daily sauce.

• Spaghetti Mediterraneo

  Roasted peppers and sun-dried tomatoes in red pepper pesto, finished with feta.

• Spaghetti Marinara

  Signature tomato sauce with optional meatballs.

• Spaghetti Bolognese

  Ground beef and peas in a rich, slow-cooked meat sauce.

• Penne Primavera

  Seasonal vegetables sautéed in olive oil and garlic, served over penne.

• Penne Boscaiola

  Spiced rosé sauce with mushrooms, peas, and ham.

• Cheese Tortellini

  Pillowy tortellini with your choice of marinara, roasted tomato, or Alfredo.

• Gnocchi

  Classic potato dumplings paired with marinara, Alfredo, or rosé sauces.

• Cheese & Spinach Cannelloni

  Ricotta and spinach-filled cannelloni baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella.

• Pasta al Forno

  Italian-style lasagna layered with ground beef, peas, mozzarella, and tomato sauce.

🍗 Entrées

• Pollo Cacciatore

  Grilled chicken topped with fire-roasted tomato sauce, chipotle onions, and peppers.

• Pollo al Vino Bianco

  Chicken sautéed in olive oil, garlic, and white wine, served with pesto linguini.

• Pollo Parmigiano

  Breaded chicken topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella, baked and served with spaghetti.

• Veal Parmigiano

  Breaded veal cutlet baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella, paired with spaghetti.

• Veal Marsala

  Veal cutlet in a mushroom and marsala wine cream sauce, served with linguini Alfredo.

• Salmone

  Grilled Alaskan salmon seasoned with lemon and dill, served with pesto linguini.

• Eggplant Parmigiana

  Grilled eggplant layered with tomato sauce and mozzarella, baked and served with spaghetti.

🥪 Grilled Paninis

Served with soup or salad.

• Marco Polo

  Chicken breast, pesto mayo, roasted peppers, and cheddar.

• Capone

  Capicollo, ham, salami, Dijon mustard, mozzarella, and provolone.

• Roman

  Chicken breast with ham, pesto mayo, and provolone.

• Da Vinci

  Zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, onions, eggplant, and roasted pepper spread with mozzarella and edam.

• Mona Lisa

  Tomatoes, mozzarella, and cheddar with tzatziki.

• Zeus

  Chicken breast, tomato, red onion, feta, and tzatziki.

• Godfather

  Prosciutto with garlic butter mushrooms, pesto mayo, mozzarella, and provolone.

🥗 Salads

Served with focaccia.

• Caesar Salad

  Romaine, croutons, parmesan, and creamy garlic dressing.

• Italian Tossed Salad

  Mixed greens and tomatoes with mozzarella and house dressing.

• Pomodoro e Arance Salad

  Tomato, orange, and red onion with oregano and olive oil.

• Greek Salad

  Cucumber, peppers, tomato, onion, olives, and feta.

• Side Salads

  Tossed, Caesar, or Greek in smaller portions.

🍰 Desserts

• Tiramisu

  A classic Italian indulgence layered with mascarpone, espresso, and ladyfingers.

• Parfait di Mandorle

  Almond semifreddo, a Sicilian specialty with delicate sweetness.

• Gelato Specials

  Ask your server for today’s flavors.

➕ Add-Ons

• Grilled chicken, meatballs, or Italian hot sausage

• Jumbo prawns

🍽️ Dinner Menu

Served from 4pm.

🥖 Antipasti & Appetizers

• Bruschetta

  Grilled Italian bread piled high with tomatoes, pesto, garlic, and parmesan, served with Sicilian olives.

• Bruschetta Caprese

  Toasted bread layered with pesto, fresh tomato, and mozzarella, baked to perfection and served with Sicilian olives.

• Polpette al Sugo

  Juicy beef meatballs slow-cooked in marinara and finished with parmigiano.

• Antipasto Siciliano

  A warm medley of Sicilian olives and eggplant with garlic and herbs, served alongside focaccia.

• Antipasto Italiano

  A curated mix of Italian cured meats and cheeses, garnished with olives and paired with grilled bread.

• Mediterraneo Dip

  Creamy spinach, artichoke, and sun-dried tomato dip with tortilla chips, pita, and veggies.

• Tzatziki

  Homemade yogurt and cucumber dip with garlic and dill, served with grilled pita bread.

• Gamberi

  Jumbo prawns sautéed in garlic butter or zesty chipotle pesto.

🍝 Pasta Dinners

All pasta dinners served with tossed salad and homemade creamy Sicilian dressing.

• Linguini Alfredo

  Silky garlic cream sauce tossed with linguini.

• Linguini Neptuno

  Scallops and shrimp sautéed in white wine and garlic rosé sauce, topped with prawns.

• Linguini Pesto

  Creamy basil, garlic, and parmigiano pesto folded into linguini.

• Ravioli of the Day

  Chef’s fresh daily ravioli creation with signature sauce.

• Spaghetti Mediterraneo

  Roasted red peppers and sun-dried tomatoes in red pepper pesto, topped with feta.

• Spaghetti Marinara

  Classic tomato sauce or fire-roasted tomato sauce with meatballs, sprinkled with parmesan.

• Spaghetti Bolognese

  Ground beef and peas in a hearty meat sauce, finished with parmesan.

• Penne Primavera

  Fresh seasonal vegetables sautéed in garlic and olive oil over penne.

• Penne Boscaiola

  A spiced rosé sauce with mushrooms, peas, and ham.

• Cheese Tortellini

  Served with your choice of marinara, roasted tomato, Alfredo, or rosé sauce.

• Gnocchi

  Pillowy potato pasta paired with marinara, roasted tomato, Alfredo, or rosé sauce.

• Cheese & Spinach Cannelloni

  Ricotta and spinach-stuffed pasta baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella.

• Pasta al Forno

  Traditional lasagna layered with beef, peas, mozzarella, and tomato sauce, baked golden.

➕ Add-Ons

• Grilled chicken, meatballs, or Italian hot sausage

• Jumbo prawns

🍗 Entrées

All entrées served with tossed salad, steamed vegetables, and focaccia bread.

• Pollo Cacciatore

  Grilled chicken topped with fire-roasted tomato sauce, chipotle onions, and roasted peppers, paired with spaghetti.

• Pollo al Vino Bianco

  Chicken sautéed with olive oil, garlic, and white wine, served with pesto linguini.

• Pollo Parmigiano

  Chicken breast baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella, served with spaghetti.

• Veal Parmigiano

  Breaded veal cutlet layered with fire-roasted tomato sauce and mozzarella, served with spaghetti.

• Veal Marsala

  Veal cutlet topped with mushroom and marsala wine cream sauce, paired with linguini Alfredo.

• Salmone

  Grilled salmon fillet seasoned with lemon and dill, served with pesto linguini.

• Eggplant Parmigiana

  Grilled eggplant baked with tomato sauce and mozzarella, served with spaghetti.

🥪 Grilled Paninis

Served with tossed salad and homemade dressing.

• Marco Polo

  Chicken breast, pesto mayo, roasted peppers, and cheddar on grilled panini.

• Capone

  Capicollo, ham, salami, Dijon mustard, mozzarella, and provolone.

• Roman

  Chicken breast with ham, pesto mayo, and provolone cheese.

• Da Vinci

  Zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, onions, and roasted pepper spread, grilled with mozzarella and edam.

• Mona Lisa

  Tomato, mozzarella, and cheddar with tzatziki.

• Zeus

  Chicken breast, tomato, onion, feta, and tzatziki.

• Godfather

  Prosciutto, marinated mushrooms, pesto mayo, mozzarella, and provolone.

🥗 Salads

All salads served with focaccia bread.

• Caesar Salad

  Romaine, croutons, creamy garlic dressing, and parmesan.

• Italian Tossed

  Mixed greens and tomato topped with mozzarella and house dressing.

• Pomodoro e Arance Salad

  Tomato, orange, and red onion tossed with oregano and olive oil.

• Greek Salad

  Cucumber, tomato, onion, peppers, feta, and olives with vinaigrette.

• Side Salads

  Tossed, Caesar, or Greek in smaller portions.

🍰 Desserts

• Tiramisu

  Classic Italian layers of mascarpone, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and cocoa.

• Parfait di Mandorle

  Almond semifreddo, a Sicilian specialty with delicate sweetness.

• Gelato Specials

  Ask about today’s flavors.

📖 See the current L’Isola Bella menu on their website

⭐ Customer Favorite Menu Items

• Penne Primavera

  Fresh seasonal vegetables sautéed in olive oil and garlic, tossed with penne for a light yet satisfying dish.

• Veal Marsala with Linguini Alfredo

  Breaded veal cutlet topped with creamy mushroom Marsala sauce, paired with rich linguini Alfredo.

• Antipasto Italiano

  A classic starter featuring a mix of cured Italian meats and cheeses, garnished with olives and served with grilled bread.

• Gluten-Free Options

  Known for offering gluten-free pasta, bread, and paninis without sacrificing flavour.

• Linguini Neptuno

  Scallops and shrimp sautéed in a garlicky rosé wine sauce, finished with prawns over linguini.

• House Salad with Signature Dressing

  Crisp greens with their creamy Sicilian-style dressing, a guest favourite so popular it’s sold to-go.

• Tiramisu & Gelato Desserts

  Creamy mascarpone tiramisu and rotating gelato specials, both well-loved ways to finish a meal.

🍽 Dining Experience

• Authentic Sicilian and Italian dishes made from scratch, offering both homestyle comfort and refined flavours.

• Cozy and charming dining room with warm hospitality from staff.

• Small, intimate space — reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends.

• Offers a relaxed, family-friendly vibe while still feeling like a special occasion restaurant.

🚗 Parking & Accessibility

• On-site and nearby parking available, though can be limited during peak hours.

• Accessible by car, with convenient location just off Berry Road in Lake Country.

• Public transit is limited in this area; BC Transit buses service nearby routes, but driving is recommended.

• Entrance and dining room are modest in size; accessibility for mobility devices is possible but somewhat tight.

📍 Landmarks & Location

• Located at 3250 Berry Rd, Lake Country, BC V4V 1Y6.

• Close to Memorial Park and Swalwell Park, making it a convenient stop before or after local events.

• In the heart of Lake Country, just a short drive from wineries and scenic Okanagan Lake.

📦 Ordering Options

• Dine-in with full service and a wide variety of authentic Italian dishes.

• Take-out available directly from their menu.

• Reservations accepted and strongly suggested for evenings.

• Flexible menu with gluten-free substitutions for pasta, bread, and sauces.

💬 Customer Feedback

• Highly rated at 4.6 / 5, with over 700 glowing reviews.

• Called a “hidden gem” for its authentic Sicilian flavours and welcoming atmosphere.

• The house salad dressing is widely praised and even sold separately for customers to take home.

• Guests love the generous portions, homemade sauces, and authentic Italian taste.

• Some note occasional busyness or limited parking, but most agree the food and service are worth it.

This menu was last updated: 3 weeks ago.