Italia – Italian
Stepping into Italia feels like entering a sun-drenched villa where the air is thick with the intoxicating scent of slow-simmered ragù and freshly torn basil. Hand-rolled pastas and artisanal small plates take center stage, celebrating the vibrant simplicity of Mediterranean flavors in a space warmed by golden lighting and the rhythmic clinking of wine glasses. It is a sanctuary of rustic elegance, where every meal feels like a leisurely celebration of tradition and the art of the table.
127, West Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 https://www.italiapg.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, tlc, volumetrics
Diet fit at Italia
Halal at Italia
Italia in Punta Gorda has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Margherita Pizza, Caprese Salad and Calamari Fritti. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Italia
Italia in Punta Gorda has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Veal Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Italia
Italia in Punta Gorda has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Veal Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Italia
Italia in Punta Gorda has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Veal Marsala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Italia
Italia in Punta Gorda has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bruschetta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Italia
Italia in Punta Gorda has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Margherita Pizza, Cannoli and Caprese Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Italia
Italia in Punta Gorda has 1 heart-healthy-tagged dish on its current menu, including Bruschetta. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Italia
Italia in Punta Gorda has 8 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Veal Marsala, Cannoli and Tiramisu. 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 Italia
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Eggplant Parmigiana | 78.6 g | 30.4 g |
| Cannoli | 85.7 g | 26 g |
| Veal Marsala | 0.1 g | 22.5 g |
| Pepperoni Pizza | 28.7 g | 20.8 g |
| Calamari Fritti | 29.3 g | 16.4 g |
| Margherita Pizza | 14.3 g | 13.2 g |
| Chicken Parmigiana | 13.7 g | 11.3 g |
| Bruschetta | 41.6 g | 10.5 g |
| Caprese Salad | 0 g | 10 g |
| Fettuccine Alfredo | 13.3 g | 7.4 g |
| Penne alla Vodka | 6.5 g | 6 g |
| Tiramisu | 54 g | 6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Calamari Fritti - $14: Crispy fried calamari served with marinara sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bruschetta - $10: Toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs Marinara - $12: House-made meatballs in traditional marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $11: Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caprese Salad - $13: Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Parmigiana - $22: Breaded chicken breast topped with marinara and mozzarella, served with pasta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veal Marsala - $26: Veal medallions sautéed with mushrooms in a Marsala wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $19: Layered eggplant with marinara and melted cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Lasagna Bolognese - $20: Traditional layered pasta with meat sauce and ricotta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $18: Creamy parmesan sauce over fettuccine pasta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Penne alla Vodka - $19: Penne pasta in a pink vodka cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $16: Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza - $17: Classic pepperoni and mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $9: Coffee-soaked ladyfingers with mascarpone cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cannoli - $8: Crispy pastry shell filled with sweet ricotta cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions about Italia
- Is Italia halal-friendly?
- Yes. Italia has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Margherita Pizza, Caprese Salad and Calamari Fritti.
- What can I eat at Italia on a halal diet?
- Margherita Pizza, Caprese Salad and Calamari Fritti carry the halal tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Italia have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Bruschetta.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Italia?
- Eggplant Parmigiana, at roughly 30.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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