CHE VITA – Italian
Southern Italy runs all day here, from first espresso to last nightcap, in a downtown Tampa dining room with a wine room for private dinners. Mornings bring eggs Purgatorio poached in marinara, buttermilk hotcakes under Amalfi lemon-blueberry compote, and La Mattina toast piled with stracciatella and prosciutto di Parma. Later the kitchen turns out cacio e pepe arancini, crispy calamari, beef-pork-veal polpette and baby eggplant parmigiana. Wood-fired pizze arrive alongside handmade pasta: spaghetti pomodoro, tagliatelle Alfredo, primavera. The Tampa salad leans local with Florida strawberries and candied pecans. Extensive Italian wine list, signature cocktails, and dessert worth staying late for.
211 N TAMPA ST, TAMPA, FL, 33602 813-204-3000 https://www.chevitatampa.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, south-beach, tlc, macrobiotic
Diet fit at CHE VITA
Dairy-Free at CHE VITA
CHE VITA in Tampa has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steel-Cut Oats. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at CHE VITA
CHE VITA in Tampa has 10 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bucatini Cacio e Pepe, Margherita and Calamari. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at CHE VITA
CHE VITA in Tampa has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steel-Cut Oats. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at CHE VITA
CHE VITA in Tampa has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bucatini Cacio e Pepe, Margherita and Tiramisu Semifreddo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at CHE VITA
CHE VITA in Tampa has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pan Seared Salmon, Chicken Parmesan and Mediterranean Octopus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at CHE VITA
CHE VITA in Tampa has 13 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pan Seared Salmon, Chicken Parmesan and Bucatini Cacio e Pepe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at CHE VITA
CHE VITA in Tampa has 13 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Bucatini Cacio e Pepe, Margherita and Tiramisu Semifreddo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Anti-Inflammatory at CHE VITA
CHE VITA in Tampa has 6 anti-inflammatory-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pan Seared Salmon, Chicken Parmesan and Bucatini Cacio e Pepe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at CHE VITA
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chia Pudding | 70.8 g | 40.5 g |
| Diavola | 9.3 g | 25.8 g |
| Margherita | 18.8 g | 23.5 g |
| Arancini | 37.1 g | 18.3 g |
| Steel-Cut Oats | 155.3 g | 16.1 g |
| Calamari | 2.3 g | 14.2 g |
| Chicken Parmesan | 13.6 g | 11 g |
| Shrimp Scampi | 3.5 g | 7.2 g |
| Mediterranean Octopus | 1.6 g | 5.3 g |
| Pan Seared Salmon | 17.4 g | 4.7 g |
| Spaghetti & Meatballs | 6.6 g | 3.3 g |
| Espresso Martini | 16.9 g | 2.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Breakfast Pastry & Grains
- Fresh Pastry Selection - $10: Croissants & Pastries of the Day, Seasonal Preserves, Whipped Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Granola & Yogurt Parfait - $11: House-Made Granola, Vanilla Yogurt, Seasonal Berries, Wildflower Honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chia Pudding - $12: Toasted Coconut, Salted Pepita, Oats, Açai, Coconut Milk, Mango, Baby Orange Supremes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Steel-Cut Oats - $11: Candied Pecans, Brown Sugar, Dried Fruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Seasonal Market Fruit - $10: Fresh Cut Daily Selection Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Arancini - $14: Cacio E Pepe Risotto Croquette, Lemon-Pesto Aioli, Pecorino Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $22: Pickled Cherry Peppers, Zucchini, Green Olive Aioli, Marinara Dip Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Octopus - $18: Herb Polenta Cake, Roasted Pepper Coulis, Miso Ricotta Crema Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Polpette - $20: Beef-Pork-Veal Meatballs, Tomato Sugo, Burrata, Crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salumi E Formaggi - $26: Chef Selection of Italian Cured Meats & Artisan Cheese, Preserved Fig, Sicilian-Marinated Olives, Garlic Bread Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Tagliatelle Tre Pomodori - $26: Three Ways Tomato Sauce, Slow Roast Roma Tomatoes, San Marzano Tomatoes, Sun Dried Tomato Butter, Burrata Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Scampi - $32: Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, Squid Ink Pasta, Bottarga, White Wine, Garlic & Lemon Butter, Herbs, Pepperoncini Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agnolotti Blue Crab - $36: Lemon Basil Artisan Ricotta, Crispy Parmesan, Tampa Citrus Gremolata Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spaghetti & Meatballs - $30: All-Day Pomodoro, Beef-Pork-Veal Meatballs, Parmigiana Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bucatini Cacio e Pepe - $25: Pecorino, Parmesan Tuille Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita - $19: San Marzano Tomatoes, Mozzarella Di Bufala, Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fratelli - $24: Garlic Fennel Sausage, Sopressata Calabrese, Pepperoni, Arrabbiata, Sweet Onion, Mozzarella, Jalapeno Hot Honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Diavola - $23: House-Made Spicy Italian Sausage, Calabrese Salami, Crushed Tomato Sauce, Fior Di Latte, Chili Oil Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Steak Tagliata - $48: Grilled & Shaved Ocala Ranch Tenderloin Steak, Crispy Rosemary Potato Spears, Arugula, Parmigiana, Lemon, Aged Balsamic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Parmesan - $28: Tomato Basil Salsa, Mozzarella Fonduta, Baby Burrata, Parmigiano Reggiano Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan Seared Salmon - $38: Pumpkin Risotto, Wild Mushroom Confit, Swiss Chard Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu Semifreddo - $12: Espresso Martini-Soaked Ladyfingers, Rich Mascarpone Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cannolo - $11: Nutella & Chocolate Mousse, Luxardo Cherries, Ricotta Mascarpone Crema, Pistachio Butter & Crumb Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Espresso Martini - $18: Ketel One Vodka, Kahlua Coffee Liqueur, Licor 43 Liqueur, Espresso, Vanilla Bean Syrup, Fee Foam
- Che Vita Spritz - $18: Aperol, Riondo Prosecco, Orange Bitters, Club Soda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peroni - $10: Italian Lager
Frequently Asked Questions about CHE VITA
- Is CHE VITA dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. CHE VITA has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Steel-Cut Oats.
- What can I eat at CHE VITA on a dairy-free diet?
- Steel-Cut Oats carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does CHE VITA have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Steel-Cut Oats.
- What is the highest-protein dish at CHE VITA?
- Chia Pudding, at roughly 40.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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