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Mama Ricotta's
601 S Kings Dr
Charlotte, NC 28204
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To Go
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Lunch Menu
Appetizers
Melanzane Fritte
$6.00
Crispy Eggplant Fries with charred tomato aioli
Crispy Calamari
$11.50
Regular or Rhode Island style, served with sides of tomato basil sauce and smoked tomato caper aioli. Rhode Island style is tossed with garlic, spicy cherry & pepperoncini peppers
Bruschetta
$7.25
This popular crusty bread appetizer is topped with chopped Roma tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil
Warm Goat Cheese& Mascarpone Dip
$9.00
Served with our grilled crostini for dipping, this Mama Ricotta's favorite is topped with a warm tomato basil sauce Made with Goat Lady Dairy Goat Cheese - Climax, N.C.
Mozzarella & Tomatoes
House made fresh mozzarella snuggled between thick slices of vine-ripened tomatoes, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil
- Small $5.25
- Full $9.50
- Add Sicilian Style Roasted Red Peppers for
- $3.00
Soup & Salads
Add Chicken for $3, Add Shrimp for $6, Add Salmon* for $7
Zuppa del Giorno
Made fresh daily
- Cup $3.00
- Bowl $5.00
Sicilian Roasted Pepper Salad
Sicilian-style roasted peppers, pine nuts and raisins tossed with arugula in extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Served with grilled crostini and our house made mozzarella
- Full $12.00
Chopped Salad
Gorgonzola cheese, romaine lettuce, kale, walnuts, diced Roma tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, pepperoncini, garbanzo beans and carrots tossed in a light Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Small $6.00
- Full $10.00
Insalata di Manzo*
$14.50
Balsamic marinated grilled wagyu skirt steak, mixed greens, gorgonzola, grapes, cherry tomatoes, topped with crispy onions and a sweet herb vinaigrette
Tuscan Salad
Romaine, diced Roma tomatoes, house made fresh mozzarella, red onions and Kalamata olives tossed together and splashed with balsamic vinegar & extra virgin olive oil
- Small $5.25
- Full $9.50
Grilled Salmon & Arugula Salad*
$13.50
Grilled salmon filet, grilled zucchini, fresh arugula, capers, artichokes, chopped tomatoes in a kalamata olive vinaigrette
Mama's Salad
Made with crisp romaine, fresh vegetables, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers and vine-ripened tomatoes, with your choice of one of our house made salad dressings
- Small $4.75
- Full $8.50
- With Entree or Pizza
- $3.25
Greek Yogurt Caesar Salad
Classic Caesar with romaine, house-made croutons and parmesan, lightened up with a charred lemon yogurt dressing
- Small $6.00
- Full $10.00
Pasta & Entrées
Add chicken for $3, Add shrimp for $6, Add salmon for $7
Amma's Cheese Ravioli
$9.50
Our Family Recipe for cheese ravioli stuffed with creamy ricotta, fresh mozzarella, Parmesan Reggiano and Pecorino Romano. Served with your choice of Meat Sauce, Tomato Sauce or Butter & Sage
Lasagna
$11.50
Southern Italian style lasagna made with layers of ground beef, veal, homemade sausage and a blend of three cheeses
Penne alla Vodka
$8.50
Penne pasta tossed with sautéed pancetta in a pepper vodka, spicy tomato cream sauce
Pasta Primavera
$8.00
Angel hair pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and served with your choice of extra virgin olive oil and garlic, cream, or tomato basil sauce
Tonarelli Carbonara
$8.50
Our twist on Rome's most famous pasta. Heritage Farms bacon and organic eggs tossed with tonarelli pasta
Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
$8.50
A Scibelli family recipe made with ground beef, pork, veal and Italian plum tomatoes
- Add a Dollop of Hand Packed Ricotta For
- $1.50
- Add a Dollop of Hand Packed Ricotta For (Family)
- $2.50
Angel Hair Pasta with Tomato Basil
$7.25
Angel hair pasta tossed with sweet, slow-cooked San Marzano Roma tomato sauce and topped with fresh basil
- Enjoy Two Turkey, Ricotta & Prosciutto Meatballs for an Additional
- $3.00
Penne, Broccoli & Chicken
$9.00
Roasted chicken breast, broccoli florets and penne pasta tossed in a delicate lemon cream sauce
- Add House Made Italian Sausage for an Extra
- $1.50
- Add House Made Italian Sausage for an Extra (Family)
- $2.50
Pollo carciofi
$10.50
Tender chicken scallopine and artichoke hearts in a light sauce of lemon, white wine, and capers. Tossed with spaghetti
Sandwiches
Choice of side: Parmesan-Parsley Fries, Warm Red Potato Salad, Mama's Side Salad, Hand Cut Chips, Creamy Sundried Tomato Pasta Salad. You can substitute soup for an additional $1
Roasted Vegetables
$7.50
Flavored with rosemary and balsamic vinegar, wrapped with fresh mozzarella in a crunchy, grilled flatbread
Grilled Chicken Breast & Heritage Farm Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
$10.00
Marinated hormone-free chicken breast, crisp bacon, peppery arugula, tomato, and roasted garlic Dijon aioli on ciabatta bread.
Kobe Meatball Sub
$11.00
American wagyu beef and Joyce Farms pork meatballs, braised in Mama's tomato-basil sauce under a melty blanket of mozzarella and served on crusty bread.
Mama's BBT Panini
$8.00
Basil, apple wood smoked bacon, tomato & house made mozzarella pressed on ciabatta bread
Venetian Chicken Salad
$8.00
Chicken salad made with shredded grilled chicken breast, curry, grapes, and walnuts. Layered with romaine lettuce and fresh tomato on grilled flat bread
Chicken Parm Sandwich
$11.00
House breaded chicken Romano breast topped with San Marzano tomato basil red sauce and melty Muenster cheese on a crusty baguette.
Italian Grinder
$11.00
Fresh hoagie, sliced rosemary ham, soppresata, mortadella, aged provolone, tomato and Calabrian chili slaw
Pizza
Our pizza is a New Haven style with a thin crust thats crisp & bubbly cooked in a true wood-burning oven - Enjoy!
Chicken Sausage Pizza
House made chicken sausage and tomato sauce smothered with mounds of fresh mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Italian Beef, Provolone & Giardiniera Pizza / Chicago Style
Slow roasted beef shaved thin, topped with melted aged provolone & garnished with giardiniera relish
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Vegetariana
Roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, eggplant & mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Chicken Oreganata Pizza
Roasted chicken breast, shredded mozzarella, red onions, and gorgonzola cheese drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
White Pizza
Sautéed spinach, garlic and olive oil topped with mozzarella, Romano & ricotta cheese
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Joe's Favorite
Pepperoni and house made pork sausage smothered with mounds of shredded mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Calzone of the Day
A creative daily special!
- Market Price
Personalized Pizza
Plain Cheese
- Medium $10.00
- Large $13.00
Additional Toppings (Each)
Pepperoni | Chicken Sausage | Crushed Garlic | Chicken Breast | Anchovies | Spinach | Gorgonzola | Green Olives | Green Peppers | Italian Sausage | Ricotta Cheese | Pesto | Arugula | Artichoke Hearts | Prosciutto | Black Olives | Roasted Peppers | White Mushrooms | Red Onions
- Medium (ea) $1.50
- Large (ea) $3.00
*Marked items may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical condition
Appetizers
Goat Cheese & Mascarpone Dip
$9.00
Served with our grilled ciabatta for dipping, this mama ricotta's favorite is topped with a warm tomato basil sauce
PEI Mussels
$12.00
Steamed in a broth with roasted tomatoes, white wine, Italian butter and plenty of crusty sourdough bread to soak up the flavors
- Drizzled with Truffle Oil Add
- $2.00
Mozzarella & Tomatoes
House made fresh mozzarella snuggled between thick slices of vine-ripened tomatoes, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil & fresh basil
- Small $5.25
- Full $9.50
- Family $14.50
Calamari
$11.50
Crispy calamari served with a charred tomato aioli or Rhode Island-Style, tossed in garlic, spicy cherry & pepperoncini peppers
Bruschetta
This popular crusty bread appetizer, topped with chopped roma tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil
- Full $7.25
- Family $9.50
Soup & Salad
Add chicken for $3 Individual | $6 Family; Add shrimp for $6 Individual | $12 Family; Add salmon* for $7 Individual | $14 Family
Zuppa del Giorno
Made fresh daily
- Cup $3.00
- Bowl $5.00
Chopped Salad
Gorgonzola cheese, romaine lettuce, kale, walnuts, bruschetta tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, pepperoncini, garbanzo beans and carrots tossed in a light Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Small $7.00
- Full $11.00
Tuscan Salad
Romaine, diced Roma tomatoes, house made fresh mozzarella, red onions & Kalamata olives tossed together and splashed with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil
- Small $6.25
- Full $10.50
- Family $15.50
Mama's Salad
Made with crisp romaine, fresh vegetables, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers & vine-ripened cherry tomatoes, with your choice of one of our house made salad dressings
- Small $5.75
- Full $9.50
- Family $14.50
- With Entree or Pizza
- $3.25
Grilled Salmon & Arugula Salad*
$14.50
Grilled salmon filet, grilled zucchini, fresh arugula, capers, artichokes, bruschetta tomatoes in a kalamata olive vinaigrette
Greek Yogurt Caesar Salad
Classic Caesar with romaine, house-made croutons and parmesan, lightened up with a charred lemon yogurt dressing
- Small $7.00
- Full $10.00
Pizza
Our pizza is a New Haven style with a thin crust thats crisp & bubbly cooked in a true wood-burning oven - Enjoy!
Mozzarella & Tomato Pizza
Freshly made mozzarella, San Marzano tomatoes, torn basil and Italian extra virgin olive oil
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Chicken Oreganata Pizza
Roasted chicken breast, shredded mozzarella, red onions, & gorgonzola cheese drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Vegetariana
Roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, eggplant & mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Chicken Sausage Pizza
House made chicken sausage and tomato sauce smothered with mounds of fresh mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
White Pizza
Fresh garlic, olive oil, and ricotta cheese topped with mozzarella, Romano, and sautéed spinach
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Joe's Favorite
Pepperoni and house made pork sausage smothered with mounds of shredded mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Personalized Pizza
Plain Cheese
- Medium $10.00
- Large $13.00
Additional Toppings
Pepperoni | Chicken Sausage | Crushed Garlic | Chicken Breast | Anchovies | Spinach | Gorgonzola | Green Olives | Zucchini | Italian Sausage | Ricotta Cheese | Pesto | Arugula | Artichoke Hearts | Prosciutto | Black Olives | Roasted Peppers | White Mushrooms | Red Onions
- Medium (ea) $1.50
- Large (ea) $3.00
Pasta
Family style pastas feed approximately 2-3 people. Add chicken for $3 Individual - $6 Family; Add shrimp for $6 Individual - $12 Family; Add salmon for $7 Individual - $14 Family. Whole Wheat or Gluten Free Pasta available upon request for an additional charge
Pasta Primavera
Angel hair pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and served with your choice of extra virgin olive oil and garlic, cream, or tomato basil sauce
- Individual $13.50
- Family $21.00
Tonarelli Carbonara
Our twist on Rome's most famous pasta. Heritage Farms bacon and organic eggs tossed with tonarelli pasta
- Individual $14.00
- Family $21.00
Amma's Cheese Ravioli
Our family recipe for cheese ravioli stuffed with creamy ricotta, fresh mozzarella, parmesan reggiano and pecorino romano. Served with your choice of meat sauce, tomato sauce or butter & sage
- Individual $15.00
- Family $28.00
Angel Hair Pasta with Tomato Basil
Angel hair pasta tossed with sweet, slow-cooked san marzano roma tomato sauce and topped with fresh basil
- Individual $12.50
- Family $20.00
- Enjoy Two Turkey, Ricotta & Prosciutto Meatballs for an Additional
- $3.00
Spicy Mussel and Shrimp Linguine
Natural shrimp and mussels tossed with fresh linguini in a marinated tomato, Calabrian chili, white wine and Italian butter sauce with toasted garlic
- Individual $24.00
Lasagna
Southern italian style lasagna made with layers of ground beef, veal, homemade sausage and a blend of three cheeses
- Individual $13.00
Penne alla Vodka
Penne pasta tossed with sautéed pancetta in a pepper vodka, spicy tomato cream sauce
- Individual $15.00
- Family $27.00
Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
A scibelli family recipe made with ground beef, pork, veal and italian plum tomatoes (Add a dollop of hand packed ricotta for $1.50 / $2.50)
- Individual $14.50
- Family $22.00
Penne, Broccoli& Chicken
Roasted chicken breast, broccoli florets and penne pasta tossed in a delicate lemon cream sauce (Add house made italian sausage for an extra $1.50 / $2.50)
- Individual $14.50
- Family $25.00
Organic Spaghetti with Wagyu Meatballs
Organic Spaghetti with American wagyu beef and Kurabuto pork meatballs braised in Mama's tomato basil sauce
- Individual $15.00
- Family $28.00
Entrees
Family style entrées feed 2-3 people, and are prepared a la carte
Pollo alla Griglia
Grilled chicken breast marinated in lemon and garlic, topped with bruschetta tomatoes served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and today's fresh vegetable
- Individual $17.00
- Family + No Sides $31.00
- Family + 2 Sides $39.00
Pollo Bianco
Scallopini-style chicken layered with prosciutto and mozzarella in a chianti wild mushroom sauce. Served with today's vegetable and garlic mashed potatoes
- Individual $18.00
- Family + No Sides $33.00
- Family + 2 Sides $47.00
Chianti Braised Short Rib
12 hour slow braised Short Rib over potato gnocchi, cipollini onions and local kale
- Individual $24.00
Chicken Parmesan
The italian american classic-crispy chicken breast, fresh mozzarella and tomato sauce, served with a side of spaghetti
- Individual $19.00
- Family + No Sides $35.00
- Family + 2 Sides $49.00
Diver Scallops
Seared and served with lemon caccio e peppe risotto, blistered tomatoes and a charred lemon for squeezing over top
- Individual $32.00
Pollo Romano
Sautéed, boneless breast of chicken, an original mama ricotta's menu item cooked with a romano cheese and bread crumb crust, and served with thin spaghetti and tomato-basil sauce
- Individual $18.00
- Family + No Sides $33.00
- Family + 2 Sides $47.00
Salmoni Arrostiti Olivada*
Wood oven-roasted premium filet of salmon, topped with kalamata olive pesto, served with lemon basil mashed potatoes, and roasted asparagus
- Individual $25.00
Pollo Carciofi
Tender chicken scallopine with artichoke hearts in a light sauce of lemon, white wine, and capers served with creamy polenta and vegetable of the day
- Individual $18.00
- Family + No Sides $33.00
- Family + 2 Sides $47.00
Veal Marsala
Veal scaloppini sautéed with mushrooms, onions and marsala sauce. Served with linguine cacio e pepe
- Individual $22.00
Side Items
Lemon Basil Mashed Potatoes
- Individual $4.00
- Family $8.00
Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic
- Individual $4.00
- Family $8.00
Sautéed Broccolini with Chopped Tomato & Garlic
- Individual $4.00
- Family $8.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Individual $4.00
- Family $8.00
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic and Olive Oil
- Individual $5.00
- Family $10.00
Assorted Grilled Vegetables
- Individual $5.00
- Family $10.00
Creamy Mascarpone & Goat Cheese Polenta
- Individual $5.00
- Family $10.00
Caccio e Peppe Risotto
- Individual $5.00
- Family $10.00
*Marked items may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions
Appetizers & Salads
Add chicken (serves 5-6) $12, (serves 10-12) $24; add shrimp (serves 5-6) $24, (serves 10-12) $48. Dressings (16oz $5, 32oz $10): creamy sun dried tomato, balsamic vinaigrette, gorgonzola, barolo
Bruschetta
Choose from two kinds of this popular crusty bread appetizer topped with chopped Roma tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil or Chef's choice
- Serves 5-6 $19.00
- Serves 10-12 $38.00
Mozzarella & Tomatoes
House made fresh mozzarella snuggled between thick slices of vine-ripened tomatoes, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil
- Serves 5-6 $29.00
- Serves 10-12 $58.00
- Add Roasted Red Peppers (Serves 5-6) For
- $6.00
- Add Roasted Red Peppers (Serves 10-12) For
- $12.00
Mama's Salad
Made with crisp romaine, fresh vegetables, marinated artichokes, roasted red peppers and vine-ripened tomatoes, mama's salad is perfect with our house made salad dressings
- Serves 5-6 $27.00
- Serves 10-12 $54.00
Tuscan Salad
Romaine, diced Roma tomatoes, house made fresh mozzarella, red onions and Gaeta olives tossed together and splashed with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil
- Serves 5-6 $29.00
- Serves 10-12 $58.00
Chopped Salad
Gorgonzola cheese, romaine lettuce, kale, walnuts, diced Roma tomatoes, Gaeta olives, red onion, pepperoncini, garbanzo beans and carrots tossed in a light Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Serves 5-6 $30.00
- Serves 10-12 $60.00
Dessert
Tiramisu
Requires 48 hour advance notice
- Serves 5-6 $35.00
- Serves 10-12 $70.00
Nutella Pie
Chocolate-hazelnut spread whipped with mascarpone and peanut butter, layered in a graham-cracker crust finished with dulce de leche and chocolate sauce
- Serves 10-12 $80.00
Assorted Dessert Bars
- (per person) $2.95
Pasta
Add chicken (serves 5-6) $12, (serves 10-12) $24; add shrimp (serves 5-6) $24, (serves 10-12) $48; add house made italian sausage (serves 5-6) $8, (serves 5-6) $16. All pasta and entrees include mama ricotta's house made garlic rolls. Plates, forks and napkins are available for a nominal charge. All orders require minimum 24 hour advance notice
Penne Alla Vodka
Penne pasta tossed with sautéed pancetta in pepper vodka, spicy tomato cream sauce
- Serves 5-6 $54.00
- Serves 10-12 $108.00
Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
A scibelli family recipe made with ground beef, pork, veal and italian plum tomatoes
- Serves 5-6 $44.00
- Serves 10-12 $88.00
- Add a Dollop of Hand Packed Ricotta (Serves 5-6) For
- $5.00
- Add a Dollop of Hand Packed Ricotta (Serves 10-12) For
- $10.00
Penne, Broccoli & Chicken
Roasted chicken breast, broccoli florets and penne pasta tossed in a delicate lemon cream sauce
- Serves 5-6 $50.00
- Serves 10-12 $100.00
- Add House Made Italian Sausage (Serves 5-6) For an Extra
- $5.00
- Add House Made Italian Sausage (Serves 10-12) For an Extra
- $10.00
Pasta Primavera
Penne pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and served with your choice of extra virgin olive oil and garlic, cream, or tomato basil sauce
- Serves 5-6 $42.00
- Serves 10-12 $84.00
Mama's Pasta
Our own recipe of pesto tossed with penne pasta in a basil cream sauce
- Serves 5-6 $36.00
- Serves 10-12 $72.00
Entrees
Serves 5-6 (10 portions) | Serves 10-12 (20 portions)
Pollo Bianco
Chicken scallopine, layered with proscuitto and mozzarella, in a chianti and wild mushroom sauce
- Serves 5-6 $66.00
- Serves 10-12 $132.00
Pollo Carciofi
Tender chicken scallopine and artichoke hearts in a light lemon, white wine, and caper sauce
- Serves 5-6 $66.00
- Serves 10-12 $132.00
Pollo Alla Griglia
Grilled chicken breast marinated in lemon and garlic, topped with marinated roma tomatoes
- Serves 5-6 $66.00
- Serves 10-12 $132.00
Chicken Parmesan
The Italian American Classic. A crispy chicken breast, with fresh mozzarella and tomato sauce
- Serves 5-6 $70.00
- Serves 10-12 $140.00
Pollo Romano
Sautéed, boneless breast of chicken, an original mama ricotta's menu item cooked with a romano cheese and bread crumb crust
- Serves 5-6 $66.00
- Serves 10-12 $132.00
Lasagna
Lasagna
Southern italian style lasagna made with layers of ground beef, veal and homemade sausage. Requires 48 hour advance notice
- Serves 8-9 $63.00
- Serves 16-18 $126.00
Side Items
Grilled Asparagus
with lemon / garlic
- Serves 5-6 $16.00
- Serves 10-12 $32.00
Assorted Grilled Vegetables
- Serves 5-6 $20.00
- Serves 10-12 $40.00
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Available after 5:00 pm
- Serves 5-6 $16.00
- Serves 10-12 $32.00
Creamy Mascarpone & Goat Cheese Polenta
Available after 5:00 pm
- Serves 5-6 $20.00
- Serves 10-12 $40.00
Appetizers
Melanzane Fritte
$6.00
Crispy Eggplant Fries with charred tomato aioli
Calamari
$12.00
Crispy calamari served with a charred tomato aioli or Rhode Island-Style, tossed in garlic, spicy cherry & pepperoncini peppers
Bruschetta
This popular crusty bread appetizer is topped with chopped Roma tomatoes, garlic and fresh basil
- Full $8.00
- Family $10.00
Goat Cheese & Mascarpone Dip
$9.00
Served with our grilled ciabatta for dipping. This Mama's favorite is topped with a warm tomato basil sauce made with Goat Lady Dairy Goat Cheese - Climax, N.C
Mozzarella & Tomatoes
House made fresh mozzarella snuggled between thick slices of vine-ripened tomatoes, drizzled with EVOO and fresh basil
- Small $6.00
- Full $10.00
- Family $16.00
Soup & Salads
Add chicken for $3, Add shrimp for $6, salmon* for $7. Add venetian chicken salad for $3
Zuppa del Giorno
Made fresh daily
- Cup $3.00
- Bowl $5.00
Grilled Salmon & Arugula Salad*
$15.50
Grilled salmon filet, grilled zucchini, fresh arugula, capers, artichokes, bruschetta tomatoes in a Kalamata olive vinaigrette
Chopped Salad
Gorgonzola cheese, romaine lettuce, kale, walnuts, bruschetta tomatoes, Kalamata olives, red onion, pepperoncini, garbanzo beans and carrots tossed in a light Balsamic vinaigrette dressing
- Small $8.00
- Full $12.00
Sicilian Roasted Pepper Salad
$12.00
Sicilian-style roasted peppers, pine nuts and raisins tossed with arugula in extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Served with grilled ciabatta and our house made mozzarella
Tuscan Salad
Romaine, diced bruschetta tomatoes, house made fresh mozzarella, red onions & Kalamata olives tossed together and splashed with balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil
- Small $7.25
- Full $11.50
- Family $16.50
Mama's Salad
Made with crisp romaine, fresh vegetables, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers and vine-ripened cherry tomatoes, with your choice of one of our house made salad dressings
- Small $6.75
- Full $10.50
- Family $15.50
- With Entree or Pizza
- $3.25
Insalata di Manzo
$15.50
Balsamic marinated grilled wagyu skirt steak, mixed greens, gorgonzola, grapes, cherry tomatoes, topped with crispy onions and a sweet herb vinaigrette
Entrées
Family style entrée's feed 2-3 people, and are prepared a la carte
Pollo alla Griglia
Grilled chicken breast marinated in lemon and garlic, topped with marinated bruschetta tomatoes served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and today's fresh vegetable
- Dinner $18.00
- Family + No Sides $32.00
- Family + 2 Sides $41.00
Chianti Braised Short Rib
12 hour slow braised Short Rib over potato gnocchi, cipollini onions and local kale
- Dinner $26.00
Pollo Bianco
Scallopini-style chicken layered with prosciutto and mozzarella in a Chianti wild mushroom sauce. Served with today's vegetable and garlic mashed potatoes
- Dinner $19.00
- Family + No Sides $34.00
- Family + 2 Sides $49.00
Chicken Parmesan
The Italian American Classic-Crispy chicken breast, fresh mozzarella and tomato sauce, served with a side of spaghetti
- Dinner $20.00
- Family + No Sides $36.00
- Family + 2 Sides $51.00
Pollo Romano
Sautéed, boneless breast of chicken, an original Mama Ricotta's menu item cooked with a Romano cheese and bread crumb crust, and served with thin spaghetti and tomato-basil sauce
- Dinner $19.00
- Family + No Sides $34.00
- Family + 2 Sides $49.00
Salmoni Arrostiti Olivada*
Wood oven-roasted filet of salmon, topped with black and green olive pesto, served with lemon basil mashed potatoes, and roasted asparagus
- Dinner $26.00
Pollo Carciofi
Tender chicken scallopine with artichoke hearts in a light sauce of lemon, white wine, and capers served with creamy polenta and vegetable of the day
- Lunch $10.50
- Dinner $19.00
- Family + No Sides $34.00
- Family + 2 Sides $49.00
Veal Marsala
Veal scaloppini sautéed with mushrooms, onions and Marsala sauce. Served with linguine cacio e pepe
- Dinner $26.00
Side Items
Lemon Basil Mashed Potatoes
- Individual $4.00
- Family $8.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
- Individual $4.00
- Family $8.00
Sautéed Broccolini with Chopped Tomato & Garlic
- Individual $4.00
- Family $8.00
Grilled Asparagus with Lemon and Garlic
- Individual $4.00
- Family $8.00
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic and Olive Oil
- Individual $5.00
- Family $10.00
Assorted Grilled Vegetables
- Individual $5.00
- Family $10.00
Creamy Mascarpone & Goat Cheese Polenta
- Individual $5.00
- Family $10.00
Pasta
Family style pastas feed approximately 2-3 people. Add chicken for $3, Individual - $6 Family; Add shrimp for $6, Individual - $12 Family; Add salmon for $7, Individual - $14 Family. Whole Wheat & Gluten Free pasta available available upon request for an additional charge
Pasta Primavera
Angel hair pasta tossed with seasonal vegetables and served with your choice of extra virgin olive oil and garlic, cream, or tomato basil sauce
- Lunch $8.00
- Dinner $14.00
- Family $21.00
Tonarelli Carbonara
Our twist on Rome's most famous pasta. Heritage Farms bacon & organic eggs tossed with tonarelli pasta
- Lunch $8.50
- Dinner $15.00
- Family $21.00
Shrimp Scampi with Linguine
Domestic shrimp tossed in house made scampi butter with Romano breadcrumbs over fresh linguine
- Dinner $22.00
Amma's Cheese Ravioli
Our Family Recipe for cheese ravioli stuffed with creamy ricotta, fresh mozzarella, Parmesan Reggiano and Pecorino Romano. Served with your choice of Meat Sauce, Tomato Sauce or Butter & Sage
- Lunch $9.50
- Dinner $15.00
- Family $28.00
Angel Hair Pasta with Tomato Basil
Angel hair pasta tossed with sweet, slow-cooked San Marzano Roma tomato sauce and topped with fresh basil
- Lunch $7.25
- Dinner $13.00
- Family $20.00
- Enjoy Two Turkey, Ricotta & Prosciutto Meatballs for an Additional
- $3.00
Lasagna
Southern Italian style lasagna made with layers of ground beef, veal, homemade sausage & a blend of three cheeses
- Lunch $11.50
- Dinner $14.00
Penne alla Vodka
Penne pasta tossed with sautéed pancetta in a pepper vodka, spicy tomato cream sauce
- Lunch $8.50
- Dinner $16.00
- Family $27.00
Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
A Scibelli family recipe made with ground beef, pork, veal and Italian plum tomatoes. (Add a dollop of hand packed ricotta for $1.50 / $2.50)
- Lunch $8.50
- Dinner $14.50
- Family $22.00
Penne, Broccoli & Chicken
Roasted chicken breast, broccoli florets and penne pasta tossed in a delicate lemon cream sauce. (Add house made Italian sausage for an extra $1.50 / $2.50)
- Lunch $9.00
- Dinner $15.00
- Family $25.00
Sandwiches (Lunch Only)
Choice of side: Parmesan-Parsley Fries, Warm Red Potato Salad, Mama's Side Salad, Hand Cut Chips, Pasta Salad. You can substitute soup for an additional $1
Roasted Vegetables
$7.50
Flavored with rosemary and balsamic vinegar, wrapped with fresh mozzarella in a crunchy, grilled flatbread
Braised Short Rib Cheesesteak
$11.00
Shredded braised short ribs piled high on an Amoroso's Bakery hoagie topped with asiago & our house made Calabrian chile relish
Salmon PLT*
$12.00
A Classic Sandwich with a seafood twist! Grilled salmon, crispy pancetta, arugula, tomato & cucumber on a toasted ciabatta bun with charred tomato aioli
Turkey Meatball Parm
$9.00
Turkey prosciutto meatballs, tomato basil, melted aged provolone on a toasted house made hoagie roll
Grilled Chicken Breast & Heritage Farm Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
$8.50
"Updated Classic" Arugula, tomato, and herb aioli on ciabatta bread
Mama's BBT Panini
$8.00
Basil, apple wood smoked bacon, tomato & house made mozzarella pressed on ciabatta bread
Venetian Chicken Salad
$8.00
Chicken salad made with shredded grilled chicken breast, curry, grapes, and walnuts. Layered with romaine lettuce and fresh tomato on grilled flat bread
Pizza
Our pizza is a New Haven style with a thin crust thats crisp & bubbly cooked in a true wood-burning oven - Enjoy!
Italian Beef, Provolone & Giardiniera Pizza
Slow roasted beef shaved thin, topped with melted aged provolone and garnished with giardiniera relish
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Chicken Sausage Pizza
House made chicken sausage and tomato sauce smothered with mounds of fresh mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Chicken Oreganata Pizza
Roasted chicken breast, shredded mozzarella, red onions, and gorgonzola cheese drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Vegetariana
Roasted zucchini, squash, bell peppers, eggplant & mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
White Pizza
Fresh garlic, olive oil, and ricotta cheese topped with mozzarella, Romano, and sautéed spinach
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Joe's Favorite
Pepperoni and house made pork sausage smothered with mounds of shredded mozzarella
- Medium 9" $12.50
- Large 14" $19.75
Personalized Pizza
Plain Cheese
- Medium $10.00
- Large $13.00
Additional Toppings
Pepperoni | Chicken Sausage | Crushed Garlic | Chicken Breast | Anchovies | Spinach | Gorgonzola Green Olives | Zucchini | Italian Sausage | Ricotta Cheese | Pesto | Arugula | Artichoke Hearts | Prosciutto | Black Olives | Roasted Peppers | White Mushrooms | Red Onions
- Medium (ea) $1.50
- Large (ea) $3.00
*Marked items may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical condition
Whites
Sparkling, Santome Prosecco NV
$9.00Riesling, St. Urbans-Hof "Urban" 2015
$7.00Moscato, Volpi NV
$8.00Rosé, Sokol Blosser 2016
$11.00Pinot Grigio, Maniscalco "Horseshoe" 2015
$8.00Sauvignon Blanc, Glazebrook 2016
$9.00Chardonnay, Rodney Strong 2015
$8.00Chardonnay, Butter 2015
$12.00Soave, Pieropan 2016
$10.00Reds
Pinot Noir, Evolution 2015
$9.00Chianti, Barone Ricasoli 2015
$10.00Sangiovese, Maniscalco "Horseshoe" 2015
$8.00Merlot, Ghost Pines 2014
$12.00Red Blend, Orin Swift, Locations "I" NV
$12.00Red Blend, Multiplicity (Le Lapin) 2012
$8.00Malbec, Don David Riserva 2015
$9.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Gouguenheim 2016
$8.00Cabernet Sauvignon, Joel Gott 2014
$10.00Desserts
Cake cutting fee for a nominal charge
Nutella Pie
$9.00
Chocolate-hazelnut spread whipped with mascarpone cheese and peanut butter. Chilled on a graham cracker crust and topped with dulce de leche & chocolate sauce
Mama's Giant Chocolate Cake
$11.00
Layers of moist chocolate cake with salted caramel buttercream and chocolate ganache
Warm Bread Pudding
$8.00
Bread pudding studded with marsala soaked raisins & vanilla bean, served with house made gelato topped with dulce de leche
Rustic Apple Cinnamon Tart
$9.00
Local Gala apples, candied cranberry caramel, house cinnamon gelato
Cannoli
$4.00
Ricotta chocolate chip filling with a touch of vanilla, filled into a hard pastry tube, topped with powdered sugar & chocolate drizzle
Tiramisu
$8.00
Ladyfingers soaked in Kahlua, layered with sweetened mascarpone
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General Info
Payment Types
All Major Cards
Cuisine
Italian
Pizza
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Tuesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Wednesday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Thursday:
11:00am - 10:00pm
Friday:
11:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 11:00pm
Sunday:
11:00am - 9:00pm
About Us
Take a tour of Italy’s famous cuisine anytime at Mama Ricotta’s Italian Restaurant. A Charlotte institution, Mama Ricotta’s has received regional and national accolades. Yet we remain the neighborhood restaurant you can count on for great food, atmosphere, and service every time. We use the freshest, finest ingredients available, many of which are made fresh in-house including fresh mozzarella, breads, sausages, and sauces. Spend an evening or have lunch at Mama Ricotta’s and discover why we’ve been consistently voted Best Italian Restaurant time and again. Charlotte’s most authentic Italian is Mama Ricotta’s.