Wheat + Water Italian Kitchen – Italian
Wheat + Water Italian Kitchen invites guests into a soulful space where the fundamental elements of flour and water are transformed into a vibrant celebration of rustic Italian flavors. The air carries the savory perfume of Meatball Marsala and simmering house-made soups, while tables buzz with the shared joy of dipping into bubbling bruschetta fondue and crisp, golden risotto bites. Every plate, from the charred artichokes Romano to the zesty calamari, captures a sense of home-cooked warmth refined by culinary artistry.
7303 52nd Place East, Bradenton FL 34203 https://wheatpluswater.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, gluten-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, mediterranean, pescatarian, sugar-free, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, whole30, paleo, diabetic, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, high-fiber, tlc, low-fodmap, carnivore, detox, aip, volumetrics, zone, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday
- 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Monday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and exceptional cuisine, guests frequently choose this spot for special occasions. Standout dishes include the perfectly prepared steak, which reviewers highlight for its delicious flavor and high quality. Visitors also praise the professional and attentive service that enhances the overall dining experience, noting that the warm environment makes every visit feel truly memorable.
Menu
Starters
- Bruschetta Fondue - $14: House-made tomato sauce, goat cheese, fresh basil, garlic toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Risotto Bites - $15: Italian sausage, sweet peppers, mozzarella, Romano, marinara sauce Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Scampi Bruschetta - $19: Grilled sourdough bread, sautéed shrimp, roasted garlic, lemon butter sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Calamari '2 Sauces' - $19: Rings only, tomato sauce, pepperoncini sauce, grilled lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Sausage + Peppers - $19: House-made peperonata, grilled Italian sausage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Meatball Marsala - $20: 3 - quarter pound house made meatballs, mushroom marsala sauce garlic toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Wheat + Water's Meatballs - $19: 3-quarter pound house-made meatballs, tomato sauce, ricotta, garlic toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Artichokes Romano - $18: Long stem baby artichokes, breadcrumbs, capers, lemon butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
Soup & Salad
- House-Made Soup (Cup) - $7: Today's homemade selection Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- House-Made Soup (Bowl) - $14: Today's homemade selection Dietary tags: Volumetrics
- Caprese Salad - $15: Heirloom cherry tomatoes, house-made basil pesto, tomato basil vinaigrette fresh mozzarella, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Mayo-Clinic
- Strawberry Salad - $12: Spring mix, romaine hearts, strawberries, goat cheese, candied walnuts shaved fennel, red onion, roma tomatoes, house-made Italian vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Caesar Salad (Side) - $8: Romaine hearts, romano, house-made dressing, garlic croutons Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Caesar Salad (Entree) - $16: Romaine hearts, romano, house-made dressing, garlic croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Italian Salad (Side) - $8: Romaine hearts, spring mix, baby arugula, tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, house-made Italian vinaigrette, garlic croutons Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Italian Salad (Entree) - $16: Romaine hearts, spring mix, baby arugula, tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, house-made Italian vinaigrette, garlic croutons Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
850 Degree Pizza 12"
- Wheat & Water's Margherita - $21: Oven roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, roasted onions, house-made basil pesto, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- White Pie Pizza - $23: Ricotta, mozzarella, romano, chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, basil pesto oregano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Carnivore Pizza - $24: Tomato sauce, pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, goat cheese, mozzarella romano, roasted onions, banana peppers Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Prosciutto Pizza - $24: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, roasted red pepper, roasted onion prosciutto, balsamic glaze
- Short Rib Pizza - $24: Tomato sauce, shredded short ribs, mozzarella, romano, ricotta roasted onions, scallions
- Fresh Sausage Pizza - $24: Tomato sauce, red onions, roasted red peppers, mozzarella, romano
- Pepperoni Pizza - $23: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, romano
- Cheese Pizza - $19: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, romano
- Pizza Mia - $24: Tomato sauce and cheese. Pick up to 3 toppings: Sausage, meatballs, pepperoni, prosciutto, chicken, red onions, kalamata olives, mushrooms, diced tomatoes, roasted peppers, banana peppers, goat cheese, basil pesto
Main Courses
- Chicken Tosca - $29: Sautéed chicken breasts, romano cheese dredge, roasted garlic oil, mushrooms, lemon cream sauce, fresh fettuccine
- Champagne Chicken - $29: Sautéed chicken breasts, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, fresh tarragon alfredo sauce, fresh fettuccine
- Chicken Picatta - $28: Sautéed breasts, capers, parsley, lemon butter, penne tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Eggplant Parmesan - $24: Sautéed Sicilian style, mozzarella, ricotta, romano, tomato sauce, basil penne tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Steak Pizzaiola - $32: 8 ounce center cut top sirloin butterflied, sautéed mushrooms, peperonata tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, roasted garlic mashed Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Risotto - $28: Large shrimp char-grilled, lobster stock, spring peas lemon butter, parmesan risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- 6 Hour Short Ribs - $30: Boneless short ribs, veal stock, pan sauce, parmesan risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Parmesan - $28: Sautéed breasts, tomato sauce, mozzarella, romano, penne tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veal (Marsala, Piccata or Parmesan) - $32: Choice of mushroom marsala, piccata or parmesan, penne tomato sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sirloin Marsala - $30: 8 ounce usda choice center cut, mushroom marsala, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Shrimp & Scallops Adriatica - $30: Fresh sea scallops, large shrimp, breadcrumbs, lemon butter, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Marsala - $28: 8 ounce breast, mushroom marsala, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mahi Siciliano - $28: Italian breadcrumbs, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, lemon butter, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Faroe Island Salmon - $32: House-made tomato basil vinaigrette, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Prosciutto - $29: Grilled, bread crumbs, prosciutto, mushrooms, roasted peppers, lemon butter, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Pork Marsala - $30: 12 ounce bone-in rib chop, mushroom marsala, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Caprino - $29: 8 ounce breast, goat cheese, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes fresh basil, lemon butter, roasted garlic mashed potatoes and fresh vegetable Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
Pasta Specialties
- Fettuccine Romano - $24: Fresh pasta, sautéed mushrooms, spring peas, roasted red peppers, cream, romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti & Pomodoro - $16: Imported pasta, house-made tomato sauce, fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Spaghetti Marinara - $17: Imported pasta, house-made marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Penne Vodka Sauce - $23: Imported pasta, house-made vodka sauce, pancetta, sun-dried tomatoes romano, scallions, chili flakes Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Penne Pesto Cream Sauce - $23: Imported pasta, roasted onions, roasted red peppers, basil pesto cream, white wine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lasagna Bolognese - $24: 5 layers, bolognese, tomato sauce, ricotta, mozzarella, romano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Penne Sausage & Peppers - $27: Imported pasta, house-made peperonata, grilled Italian sausage, tomato sauce, ricotta salata Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fettuccine Bolognese - $27: House-made bolognese, fresh fettuccine, fresh basil, ricotta salata Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Gnocchi - $26: Tomato sauce, shredded short ribs, fresh basil, ricotta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Four Cheese Ravioli Bolognese - $27: Asiago, romano, parmesan, ricotta cheeses, tomato cream sauce house made bolognese, fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sacchetti - $27: 'Little purses', four cheeses, house-made vodka sauce, pancetta fresh basil, chili flakes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $22: fresh fettuccine, cream, butter, romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Shrimp Scampi - $29: Fresh fettuccine, roma tomatoes, roasted onions, garlic butter, white wine, lemon butter, fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fra Diavolo - $30: Fresh fettuccine, large shrimp, sea scallops, marinara sauce scallions chili flakes, garlic butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Sides & Add-ons
- Garlic Bread - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Cheese Bread - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grilled Chicken (8 oz) - $10: Add-on for salads or pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Zone, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Shrimp (6) - $10: Add-on for salads or pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Grilled Scallops (4) - $14: Add-on for salads or pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Faroe Island Salmon (8 oz) - $16: Add-on for salads or pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Meatball - $3: Single meatball add-on Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Italian Sausage Link - $8: Add-on Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida
Desserts
- Cannoli (One) - $6: Sicilian shells, house made cream, chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cannoli (Two) - $11: Sicilian shells, house made cream, chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Apple Crostata - $11 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tiramisu - $11 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 6 Layer Chocolate Cake - $13 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Espresso - $3
- Cappuccino - $4
- San Pellegrino - $4
- Aqua Pana - $4
- Fountain Drinks - $4
- Coffee / Tea / Iced Tea - $4
- Italian Mule - $13: Kettle One Vodka / Limoncello / Ginger Beer / Fresh Mint / Rocks
- Red Sangria (Glass) - $10: Montepulciano / Brandy / Orange Juice / Spices / Fresh Fruit