Peggy zhao

Hidden Gem in East LA - Stunning Patio, Fresh Ingredients, & Unforgettable Gigli Pasta! 🍴Vita Italian is truly a hidden treasure in Pomona! From the moment you walk in, the resort-style ambiance with mountain views, open patio seating, and giant floor-to-ceiling windows make it feel like a vacation escape right in LA's Eastside. 🥬 What sets this place apart is their farm-to-table philosophy--all vegetables come straight from Cal Poly Pomona's own farm, and even the beer is house-brewed! The freshness is undeniable and elevates every bite. We ordered several dishes, and every single one was memorable: 🐟 Tuna Poke Cannoli: A fun and fresh twist--crunchy shell filled with buttery poke, paired with a citrusy yuzu kosho aioli and colorful veggie crudités. A flavor bomb! 🐙 Grilled Octopus: Perfectly charred, tender octopus served over a soft polenta cake, paired with blood oranges and a vinaigrette that added a bright, zesty contrast. 🍝 Gigli Mushroom Pasta with Roasted Chicken: The gigli pasta, shaped like little flower blossoms, was handmade and captured the sauce beautifully. Earthy mushrooms, garlic, white wine, and pecorino created a rich, balanced flavor, and the seared chicken breast added that hearty touch. It was my first time trying this pasta shape and I'm OBSESSED. 🧀 Charcuterie Board: Loved the selection of truffle cheese, cured meats, sweet melon with prosciutto, pistachio jam, and real honeycomb. So well curated! 🍮 Desserts: The Tiramisu was cloud-like with just the right espresso hit; the Chocolate Nocciola is a dream for Nutella lovers; and the Panna Cotta was creamy, silky, and surprisingly light--an elegant finish. 🌇The patio is filled with Instagrammable touches: a floral wall, statement peacock chairs, and perfect golden hour lighting. Ideal for date nights or brunch with friends. 🅿️ Bonus: Free parking, which is a huge win in LA! 🥳 Can't wait to come back, especially for their weekend brunch (all-you-can-eat with steak & seafood!). This spot is a must-visit if you're into fresh food, gorgeous views, and next-level pasta.

+10

Rosabell M.

I dined at an Italian restaurant inside the DoubleTree hotel and had a fantastic experience. The restaurant was very clean, and the staff were nice and attentive. The food was amazing, and the drinks were excellent. The bathrooms, located right outside the restaurant, were also very clean. The view from our table was beautiful, offering an amazing view of the mountains. We visited during the day, but we will definitely be back in the evening to enjoy the view at sunset. Overall, a great experience!

+16

Vanessa C

Came here for the first time to celebrate our anniversary and we loved it! Food is great, the service is top notch, the ambience and cleanliness is there, the drinks hit the spot, there is lots of parking, and the views are lovely! Will definitely come again.

+7

Michael Chahin

We were there for the Sunday brunch. Our first visit, and we were very happy we had the chance to try it. it’s a great Italian restaurant, but on Sunday from 11 to 3 they do the Sunday brunch. Lots of different varieties of delicious food. Their Prime Rib and Tri Tip odd excellent and very delicious. They also have fresh oysters, also the pasta’s and Omelette station was fantastic! Amazing staff and very friendly. Mimosas remained topped up throughout the meal. We love it and we will be back again very soon.

+9

David Enser

Dinner here was a real treat! The atmosphere was welcoming and large windows offered great views! Our server, Nick, was very familiar with the menu and made good suggestions. The food - exceptional. We went with the Pesto Pasta and the portions were generous and delicious. We also shared a pizza and veggie appetizer and the veggies were fresh and the dressings and hummus tasted "home-made". I look forward to our next meal here!

Rene Yang

Its a nice place for the area. Its a good place to have a small party. Food quality is okay, I came once for weekend brunch. There are various high end food, but sitting too long in the buffet table. Service was okay. Staff is less attentive in my opinion.

Kris W

IG/TT @waitfoodfirst Vita Italian Grill is located in the double tree hotel in Pomona. They have tons of free parking and The vibe is more lively than intimate and a great place to out for a fun dinner. They have tons of pizzas and tender steaks but my favorite items were the pastas. They are made in house and you can really tell. I loved the rich meaty flavor of the bolognese pappardelle and the noodles were cooked perfectly.

+1

Aaron Leong

Sunday brunch, arrived 1:30pm for booking. Not super busy which was great. Oysters, shrimp, king crab legs were fantastic! Missing Lemon a lot of the time we were there. Prime Rib and Tri Tip was delicious. Live pasta station and Omelette station was fantastic! The staff were super friendly especially Miguel serving us. Mimosas remained topped up throughout the meal. Wish the buffet had abit more variety though. It was quite limited and watermelons sitting in water isn’t very appetizing. Otherwise quality of the food is solid

+4

ScroonyJoony21

Make sure to call ahead of time for walk-ins. You never know if there is a private event or reservations only. They keep to-go orders open though which I think is good if you're really just needing decent food for convenience. Sometimes the bar was kept open but only if the event wasn't a whole private buyout. Expect reservation cancellations on weekends near holidays or any month like November, December, and January. Mid-week days are usually safe even on holiday months unless it's Christmas or Thanksgiving.

Maria Carlos

I would give zero stars. Extremely disappointing and unprofessional experience. We reserved the private dining room at VITA Italian Bar & Grill well in advance for our office Christmas lunch. Everything was properly confirmed. The reservation date and time were confirmed via email, the selected menu was agreed upon, the minimum spend was confirmed, and we paid a $300 deposit to hold the private room for Thursday, December 18. On Monday of the same week, we called the restaurant again to reconfirm the reservation and menu. Everything was supposedly in order. When our party of 15 arrived, there was no one at the front desk to greet us. After finding an employee, it quickly became clear that our private dining room was not set up and was being occupied by other people using computers. The general manager, Ali, eventually came over and told us our table was ready in the main dining room, as if that had always been the plan. When we explained that we had reserved the private dining room, he dismissed our claim. We then showed him the email confirmations clearly proving the reservation, yet he never apologized and instead blamed us for the mistake, even though the proof was right in front of him. With a very poor attitude, he said we could still have the private room but would need to wait an additional 20 minutes for it to be set up, after we had already waited about 15 minutes just trying to get help. At that point, we declined and sat in the main dining room. As we walked away, he muttered under his breath that he was not the idiot who made the mistake, which was completely unprofessional and unacceptable behavior for a general manager. Unfortunately, the experience continued to go downhill. Once seated, our server appeared confused about our party and told us that Ali had seated us at the wrong table, which was actually reserved for another party of 17. Service was extremely slow, drink and food orders took an excessive amount of time, and we were given only one server for a party of 15. At no point did Ali return to our table to apologize, check on us, or attempt to make things right. His attitude alone made the experience miserable, and based on his conduct, he should not be in a customer facing management position. To make matters worse, multiple staff members privately complained to us about how poorly he treats both guests and employees. I do not recommend this restaurant for any group event or honestly any visit unless there is a change in management. A reservation with a deposit and written confirmation should mean something, and basic professionalism should be the bare minimum. Will never dine there again.

Elaine Burton

Made a dinner reservation weeks in advance for December 13 for an annual holiday dinner for 4. Received a call from Vita restaurant on December 12 at 6:00 p.m. letting me know that the restaurant was reserved for a large party and that we would have to sit in a less desirable area in the front of the restaurant, and that it would be loud and noisy, and service would be slow. In other words they would prefer I cancel my reservation. This is the holiday season and securing a reservation at another nice restaurant in less than 24 hours would be impossible. They tried to say that their reservation system glitched and should not have accepted our reservation. Wrong! Obviously the larger party reserved last minute and they prefer to accommodate them and screw all the other smaller reservations! Says a lot about their integrity! Shame on you Vita!

Cesar Moreno

Last-Minute Holiday Cancellation of Reservation for 10 (Dec 13) To Management, I am writing to express extreme frustration and disappointment regarding how your restaurant handled our reservation. We booked a table for 10 people over a month in advance, and I even called on Tuesday to confirm. Yet, less than one day before our reservation, I received a message from Ali telling us you had a “buyout” and would no longer honor our booking. Canceling on customers at the last possible moment is unacceptable under any circumstances — but doing this during the Christmas and holiday season, when restaurants are fully booked and it becomes nearly impossible to find last-minute availability, is beyond unprofessional. It shows a complete disregard for customers’ time and commitments. Your team’s explanation — that someone else had a reservation “months earlier” — does not justify your lack of communication or your failure to notify us sooner. If that were true, your system should never have allowed our reservation in the first place. Instead, we were left scrambling with less than a day’s notice during the busiest dining season of the year. This experience was disrespectful, avoidable, and reflects extremely poor management. I expect a written explanation and acknowledgment of this failure, as well as clarity on how you intend to prevent this from happening to other guests. Sincerely, Cesar Moreno