La Bottega in Vancouver, WA

Eating at restaurants as a vegetarian can be....
Difficult at times.

We like to make sure our vegetarian guests feel just as indulgent and satiated as anyone else, and our newest entrée holds up that standard!

As September rolls in and makes us think of more earthy and warming flavors, many of us are ready for something a little more rib-sticking than the light summer dishes we've been craving all season.

This dish is a perfect Segway from summer into the savory delights of fall, and it's completely vegetarian!

Polenta With Mushrooms And Artichoke:

▫️Creamy Polenta
▫️Mixed Mushrooms
▫️Artichoke
▫️Sundried Tomato
▫️Kale
▫️Roasted Garlic
▫️Thyme
▫️Herbed Goat Cheese

While this is vegetarian at its base, feel free to add a protein to this autumnal beauty! It's sure to leave you feeling comforted and happy 😊

See you soon!

🫣Chicken can be complicated.
Let us handle it for you!

Once again, Chef has crafted an entree that's sure to satisfy all of your dinner desires! The flavor profile going on here is beyond intriguing and takes you on a Mediterranean adventure without leaving Southern Washington!

We've been running this on our menu for the past week and have heard nothing but good feedback!
(Which does not surprise us 😉)

▫️Airline Breast
▫️Fregola Sarda
▫️Rose Harissa
▫️Dried Apricots
▫️Arugula
▫️Almond
▫️Basil Yogurt

The crunch of those almonds totally makes this on the texture front. You have to experience it yourself to understand!

See you soon!

🤔 What's better than a classic concept with a flawless delivery?

Not much! 😄

There's something heartwarming about a good Piccata, and this one is no exception!

A lovely piece of almond crusted cod served on angelhair pasta, accompanied by green beans cooked to perfection. All of this mingles with a bright and flavorful piccatta sauce of Caper, Lemon, Butter, Chicken stock. 🤌

Simple, delicious, timeless.

On our menu now!

We're always getting creative with our rotating menu, but this delicious offering is sure to impress you!

Live Now At La Bottega ~

Watermelon Salad

It starts with a ripe juicy wedge of watermelon on a hearty swoosh of earthy tahinin yogurt.
Then, topped with a salad of arugula, chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, olives, feta, pine nuts, and herbs. All tossed up in a bright sumac vinaigrette.

This one has it all going on, so it's sure to delight the palette!

That first bite is sure to make you smile 🙂

Come in and get it while summer is still around!

See you soon!

Did you know we feature heirloom tomatoes grown by our own chef ? 🤩

As a professional who has been featuring star ingredients from the Pacific Northwest for decades, he's always excited to share the bounty of his garden with our community in exciting and delicious ways!

Italian food in the summer just isn't the same without a high-quality tomato, but I don't have to tell you that 😛

Come taste the difference this week at La Bottega!

Our caprese is always do die for, but whe the product was grown by one of our own, it makes the experience even more complete 🤌

See you soon!

▫️Who Are We?▫️

😊 We've been happy to see some new faces around our social media pages lately, so we thought we would do an introduction!

👋We are La Bottega, a specialty cafe, deli, and wine shop in Vancouver, WA, USA.

We have been downtown Vancouver for over 15 years and have become an integral part of this amazing community in that time. We love being here!

We curate our culinary and wine program, as well as the atmosphere, to reflect our deep appreciation for Italian influence. We also love honoring our Pacific Northwest roots and showcasing local ingredients and vendors as frequently as possible!

We love providing a unique experience for our customers, offering dine-in menus for lunch and dinner, as well as deli and retail items to go.

We offer an extensive wine selection for both enjoying with your visit, and taking home to share with friends and family.

In addition to our regular dining area, we have a private back dining room perfect for hosting large parties! We offer specialized menus to make your event one to remember.

We love seeing our regulars' faces in the dining room and adore welcoming new ones!

Whether you live in the area or are in town for a visit, come in and indulge. You deserve it!

See you soon!

~La Bottega Team

Have you been in since our mini remodel?

We rearranged the dining room to open up more space and more access to our artisan retail section!

Have dinner, and gain some inspiration from chef for Italian influences you'd like to give a try at home!
We have lots of goodies on the shelf 😊

Come for one meal, leave with more meals 🤤

See you soon!

Guess what? Our kitchen is hiring!

La Bottega is now accepting applicants to join our beloved culinary crew. If you've always wanted to work in a creative environment focused on Italian influence, this is the spot for you!

Chef is dedicated to crafting menus that showcase not only the rustic decadence of traditional Italian cuisine but also the bounty of high quality ingredients we have access to here in the PNW.

We offer competitive wages, gracious tip sharing, as well as benefit options to support our crew. We would love to chat with you if you think you'd thrive here!

Link in our bio to submit an application on our website, or feel free to shoot us a message!

Talk to you soon!~

Don’t forget to include us in your plans this weekend, Vancouver!

Take sandwiches to-go before your adventure, sip wine with us and some friends on the patio, or end your Saturday dining in enjoying a fresh meal 🥂🍝

Cheers!

Bread, cheese, imported goods…is this heaven or La Bottega?

Happy Thursday Vancouver!

Behind the scenes at La Bottega, Anthony and Daniel prepping for the week ahead!

Make your Monday easier and stop in to dine with us🍴

Cheers Vancouver!

New to the menu 🍴

Spinach Risotto 🌱

Fennel, Leak, Mushroom, Asparagus, and Spinach with White Wine, Grana Padano, Pea Shoots, and Radish.

Who else loves La Bottega’s Summer menu items? 🌞 So colorful and bright!

I hope everyone had a great Summer Solstice, let the good times commence!

Cheers Vancouver🥂

New Salad on our menu inspired by the summer season🍴🥗🌞

PANZANELLA

Fresh seasonal vegetables include: Arugula, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, Red Onion, and of course Zucchini!! Grana Padano & Cacio e Pepe Dressing to complete the bright dish.

Available to order for lunch and dinner! 🌞

Don’t forget to check out our cases when you stop in!!

We carry fun local brews and ciders, plus tons of non-alcoholic choices.

Our Frozen section carries teas, pastas, lasagnas, sauces, gelato, and more!!

Cheers Vancouver!

Leave a comment if you want so sit on the patio and sip some wine today 🍷

Today is our Tuesday wine special!
Half off bottles $50 or less, and $25 off on $50 bottles or more! And as always, bottles are half off our the door!
Cheers to a sunny day! ☀️

Stock up on wine for the weekend! Peruse our cellar and coolers to pick out something new, something adventurous, and of course your old favorite!

Oh, and it’s half off out the door!

Cheers! 🥂

Don’t worry, I saved you a seat 🪑🍽🍷

Happy Friday! Kick back and relax with us today at La Bottega - wine and cheese can usually fix the problems from the week!

Atticus working the patio! 🌤 Request outside seating to our host and we will do our best to get you and your friends in some sunshine!

Cheers Vancouver!

Nothing really beats the bustling atmosphere of La Bottega!

We love to see people gather, share laughs, pick up food to go before an adventure….it all adds to what makes this place special.

Happy Wednesday, Vancouver! Cheers!

New to the menu 🍽

A new take on our Bruschetta!

Roma Tomato, Basil, Herb Ricotta, Garlic, and a drizzle of Balsamic Reduction on Fresh Grilled Baguette 🥖 🍅🧄

I’m ordering this for the table every time - what about you?

A familiar face from La Bottega - Chef Jeremy!

Chef Jeremy has been crucial to designing our menu, recipes, and keeping the classics consistent. He has been the person behind your favorite meals at La Bottega for years, and he is here to stay!

NEW TO THE MENU 🍽

PORK MILANESE

Parmesan Breaded Pork, Artichoke Fennel Purée, Mozzarella, Arugula, Cherry Tomato, Basil, Balsamic, and Grana Padano

Available to try tonight!! Enjoy the weekend Vancouver 🍷

Good morning Vancouver! Halfway through the week!

Come see us on your lunch, or bring your favorite coworker a sandwich to the office today!

Open 11am - 9am, see you soon! 🍽

Happy Friday Vancouver!!

Stop in today to see some familiar faces! We love our community and how you all support us. Sean is pictured here learning more extensively about the wine we carry - anything to make the experience better for our guests!

See you tonight!! Cheers 🥂

I could have a sandwich from La Bottega every day and never get tired of them 🥪

We only serve our hot and grilled sandwiches for lunch, so stop in today to give them a try! Cold sandwiches are served all day - while ingredients last! (We all know how quickly the house made focaccia flies off of the shelf)

Don’t forget to grab a sandwich card when you order!

We would like to welcome Gurpreet and Chirag to the Bottega family.

Thank you for allowing us at La Bottega to be part of your lives for the last 18 years...
and for the next 18!

‘Bottega needs to evolve again’: Italian restaurant in Vancouver gets new owners Vancouver may be growing and changing, but it still operates like a small town. Rumors of La Bottega being sold hit social media groups faster than owner Lisa Dougherty could reach out to The Columbia