Vito's Italian Restaurant — Restaurant in Sheffield

Vito’s Italian had been on my ever-growing list of Restaurants to try for a while, so it was a welcomed nudge when Vito invited me to come and try what he describes as authentic Italian food. Being Italian himself, and heavily involved in all parts of the restaurant, the passion that Vito has for food really comes across in the dishes served here.

The restaurant had a warm, open feeling to it and the bar area feels a little rustic. Our waiter was very friendly and tentative which I love about proper Italian restaurants, the staff always want to make you feel welcome as soon as you walk in.

The specials board that evening included a lot of seafood so I didn’t choose from it this time but I do love seeing a specials board! The menu itself is vast so it took me a while to choose what I wanted, but it’s great to see that Vito’s offers the pasta dishes as a smaller portion for starters too.

For my starter, an unusual choice for me, but I decided to go with Scamozza Al Forno Con Funghi – Oven baked Scamozza cheese with mushrooms, garlic and parsley. A large portion of big, fresh mushrooms lightly cooked and baked in lots of a cheese, far from the soggy, horrible garlic mushrooms you sometimes get on a menu that just leave a sour taste. I don’t often go for mushrooms but I was really pleased with my choice and really enjoyed this starter – so much cheese!

Ben went with a starter portion of the Ravioli Aragosta – Lobster filled ravioli cooked with prawns and a touch of cream. Inside the ravioli was real, fresh, big chunks of lobster. The prawns looked big and juicy too and the dish was presented beautifully. I was tempted to be honest, but I stuck to my guns with choosing not to eat seafood (was the most difficult it’s been since I stopped eating it months ago!). However I am told this dish was perfect and delicious.

It was a tough decision on which Main dish to go for. Vito recommends the traditional Carbonara. BTW don’t offend him by going to his ITALIAN restaurant and asking for an English or practically made up version of Carbonara in a cream sauce or with chicken in it – that is not a Carbonara and not an authentic Italian dish. I couldn’t believe when he told me that he had previous customers asking for it this was and giving a bad review when he said that he did not serve Carbonara in such a way. However, that night the meal that caught my eye most on the menu was Strascinati Con Salsiccia Lucana (nope I couldn’t pronounce it either) – Strascinati (this word comes from the meaning to “pull” as you can see in the shape of the pasta) cooked with homemade sausage meat, tomato sauce, basil and chilli. (Typical pasta from Vito’s hometown). Wow – the dish looked amazing, tasted amazing and it was amazing that I actually ate the whole bowl-full, but I did 😛 Really good choice and right up my street in terms of taste and ingredients.

Ben went for a good old Calzone – Folded pizza filled with ham, mozzarella and tomato, made the traditional Italian way. The dough was perfectly folded and just thick enough that it was lovely and crispy on the outside and still soft on the inside. Fully packed with delicious ingredients, this Calzone did not disappoint, however it just beat him as he was so full. I tried it myself of course and agreed that it was really tasty.

As well as the food going down extremely well, I loved the house red wine too – a Primitivo from the Apulia region, a really smooth wine. I am definitely going to get me a bottle of this for the weekend!

2 alcoholic drinks, 2 starters, 2 mains and some olives to start came to just under £60 which we thought was very reasonable and was superb value for money for the quality of food that we received.

I think this restaurant would be somewhere great to go for a date or with the family for...

Today we had the pleasure of dining at Vito Restaurant and indulging in their mouthwatering T-bone steak. I must say, it was an absolutely delightful experience from start to finish.

First and foremost, the ambiance of the restaurant was warm and inviting. The dim lighting and cozy seating created a perfect atmosphere for a memorable dining experience. The staff greeted us with genuine smiles and were incredibly attentive throughout the evening, ensuring that we had everything we needed.

Now, let's talk about the star of the show - the T-bone steak. It was cooked to perfection, with a beautiful sear on the outside and a juicy, tender center. The quality of the beef was exceptional, and each bite was bursting with flavor. The steak was accompanied by a delectable assortment of sides, including perfectly seasoned roasted vegetables and creamy mashed potatoes, which complemented the dish perfectly.

The presentation of the food was also noteworthy. Each plate was beautifully arranged, showcasing the chef's attention to detail. It was evident that the culinary team at Vito Restaurant takes great pride in their craft.

In addition to the outstanding food, the service at Vito Restaurant was top-notch. The waitstaff was knowledgeable about the menu and provided excellent recommendations. They were also prompt in refilling our drinks and ensuring that we had an enjoyable dining experience.

To top it all off, the dessert selection at Vito Restaurant was simply divine. We couldn't resist trying their homemade cheesecake, and it was the perfect ending to a fantastic meal. The cheesecake was rich, creamy, and had just the right amount of sweetness. As well they have a diverse selection of wines and other Italian food.

Overall, my experience at Vito Restaurant was nothing short of exceptional. From the warm and inviting ambiance to the impeccable service and, of course, the unforgettable T-bone steak, every aspect of the dining experience was truly remarkable. I highly recommend Vito Restaurant to anyone looking for a memorable meal and a...

Sept 2024 update - oh my, what lovely dishes. Vitos seabass is amazing, yet to be bettered and his scallops with asparagus were superb. The cannoli were lovely with a cripy melt-in-the-mouth pastry. Highly recommended - thanks Vito for another great evening with classic Italian dishes.

An update from our recent visit. The foods are superb as ever. You'll not find a better classic bruschetta and the calamari was the best we've ever tasted. The seafood linguini was lovely and the homemade sausage pizza was superb. Just left enough room for us to share the wonderful profiteroles :)

Update - This visit to our favourite Italian resturant we decided to go for the Chianina Tuscan T-Bone steak (Chianina Alla Fiorentina).

We've enjoyed Vitos steaks before but the T-Bone is really something else. Imported direct from Italy and has to be special-ordered at least 2 weeks in advance.

Vito marinated the steak with rosemary and garlic for 2 days and cooked it to a prefect medium rare. It was the size of a large dinner plate.

Carved by Vito himself and served with dressed lettuce and roast potatoes (what more do you need...).

The flavour was amazing, suculent and juicy, the best we've ever tasted and that's compairing against the Chateaubriand at the best steak resturant in Manchester.

We even managed to share one portion of profiteroles afterwards.

Our thanks to Vito and his great staff for such an enjoyable and memorable evening.

Vito's is open! This wonderful italian resturant has now reopened and we really enjoyed dining with Vito and all his great staff at the weekend.

The food is as superb as before, fresh and soooooo tasty.

We've already booked our next visit :)

Highly recommend the classic bruchetta and the sea bass - simple dishes, but...