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Ricky & Mela Real Italian Restaurant – Riverview, Tampa
 Crafted with tradition. Served with care.

At Ricky & Mela Real Italian Restaurant, dinner is more than a meal — it’s an invitation to slow down, savor, and connect. Our evening menu brings together timeless Italian recipes, refined techniques, and fresh, thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Whether you’re sharing plates with family or indulging in a quiet meal for one, our dishes are designed to comfort, delight, and inspire.

Appetizers

Simple, Everyday Fresh Italian Appetizers.

  • Rice Arancino
    Rice Arancino
  • Steamed mussels "impepata"
    Steamed mussels "impepata"
  • Shrimp in Cocktail Sauce
    Shrimp in Cocktail Sauce
  • French fries
    French fries
  • Bruschette
    Bruschette

    Homemade bread toast, fresh tomato, mozzarella cheese & sausage, tomato dry.

  • Charcuterie
    Charcuterie

    cured meat, cheese board and pitted olives

  • Stick Eggplant fried
    Stick Eggplant fried

Specials

Check out our daily specials

  • Spaghetti alla Carbonara
    Spaghetti alla Carbonara

    fresh pasta, egg york, guanciale, parmesan, pecorino, pepper

  • Lasagna
    Lasagna

    layers with meat sauce, besciamella e cheese

  • Spaghetti Meatballs
    Spaghetti Meatballs

    Spaghetti with tomato sauce and meatballs. GS

  • Parmigiana
    Parmigiana

    Layers of fried eggplant, tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and parmesan. Possible to add cup maccheroni tomato.

  • Rolatini
    Rolatini

    3 rolls of fried eggplant, tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and parmesan. Possible to add cup maccheroni tomato.

  • Fettuccine Bolognese
    Fettuccine Bolognese

    fettuccine with Bolognese sauce

  • Gnocchi Tris
    Gnocchi Tris

    three different portions of fresh gnocchi with Tomato & Alfredo sauce & pesto.

  • Maccheroni Sausage e mushrooms
    Maccheroni Sausage e mushrooms

    fresh pasta in tomato sauce with sausage & mushrooms

  • Linguine Clams
    Linguine Clams

    Fresh pasta in white sauce and clams.

Pasta (Tuesday 20% OFF 5 pm - 8 pm)

  • Maccheroni Alla Norma
    Maccheroni Alla Norma

    fresh pasta, tomato sauce, fried eggplant

  • Fettuccine Alfredo
    Fettuccine Alfredo

    Fresh pasta in Alfredo sauce. Possible to add fried chicken brest.

  • Maccheroni Tomato Sauce
    Maccheroni Tomato Sauce

    fresh pasta with tomato sauce

  • Maccheroni Butter sauce
    Maccheroni Butter sauce

    fresh pasta, butter sauce,

  • Spaghetti garlic EVO oil and red pepper
    Spaghetti garlic EVO oil and red pepper

    fresh pasta with garlic, EVO oil and red pepper

  • Spaghetti Pesto Sauce
    Spaghetti Pesto Sauce

    fresh pasta with pesto

Ravioli (Thursday 20% OFF 5 pm - 8 pm)

  • Ravioli Parmesan Cheese
    Ravioli Parmesan Cheese

    homemade ravioli with parmesan cheese

  • Mushroom Ravioli
    Mushroom Ravioli

    homemade ravioli in white sauce & mushrooms

  • Sausage & Broccoli Ravioli
    Sausage & Broccoli Ravioli

    homemade ravioli in tomato dry sauce & sausage

  • Lobster Ravioli
    Lobster Ravioli

    homemade ravioli in pink sauce from Chef Ricky

Meat Dishes

Each meat is paired with cup salad with Italian dressing. Veal available upon request 

  • Chicken Parmesan
    Chicken Parmesan

    chicken, tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella & parmesan cheese

  • Chicken Piccata Milano
    Chicken Piccata Milano

    chicken in lemon sauce & cappers

  • Chicken Scaloppina
    Chicken Scaloppina

    chicken in white sauce & mushrooms

Pizza Boat and Italian Sandwich

BYO “build your own” Pizza and Sandwich. Wednesday 5 pm – 8 pm fix price (Pizza 12.95$ – Sandwich 9.95$)

  • Pizza Boat (BYO)
    Pizza Boat (BYO)

    (Italian Pinsa Romana - 15 inch)
    Crust Gluten Sensitive
    Garlic
    Onion
    Tomato sauce
    Parmesan cheese
    Fresh mozzarella
    Olives
    Friend eggplant
    Salami pepperoni
    Salami Genoa
    Chicken
    Sausage
    Mini meatballs
    Mushroom
    Burrata mozzarella

  • Italian Sandwich (BYO)
    Italian Sandwich (BYO)

    (all sandwich include fresh tomato and lattuce - 14 inch)
    Garlic
    Onion
    Tomato sauce
    Parmesan cheese
    Fresh mozzarella
    Olives
    Friend eggplant
    Salami pepperoni
    Salami Genoa
    Chicken
    Sausage
    Mini meatballs
    Mushroom
    Burrata mozzarella

Salad and Soup

  • Salad
    Salad


    Cesar
    Caprese
    Cup salad with Italian Dressing

  • Soup of day
    Soup of day


    Pasta e fagioli
    Minestrone

Kids

kids menu available under 12 years old – soda included

  • Pasta, Ravioli, Gnocchi
    Pasta, Ravioli, Gnocchi


    Tomato
    Butter sauce
    Bolognese
    Alfredo sauce
    Meatballs

  • Chicken fingers with fries
    Chicken fingers with fries

Our Commitment

We prepare every dish with respect for Italian heritage and a deep commitment to quality. Whenever possible, we use fresh ingredients and avoid frozen foods. Our kitchen honors traditional techniques while embracing modern flavor combinations, ensuring every plate feels familiar yet fresh.

Reservations recommended | Dine-in & Takeout Available

Riverview, Tampa

 Open for Dinner:

Monday closed

Tue – Wed – Thu 12 – 3 pm  5 – 8 pm

Fri 12 – 3 pm  5 – 8 pm

Sat 12.00 – 8 pm

Sun 12.00 – 8 pm

Benvenuti a Tavola – Welcome to the Table.

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Testimonials

"Every bite transported me back to a tiny trattoria in Italy. The pasta was delicate, perfectly cooked, and bursting with flavor. You can tell Riccardo and Carmela put their hearts into every dish. Can’t wait for the grand opening!"
— Gianna L.
— Gianna L.
"I was lucky enough to be part of the testing night, and honestly, it exceeded all expectations. The bread was warm and full of that rustic, homemade flavor. Their pizza dough? Out of this world. This is the kind of place Riverview has been missing."
— Marcus T.
— Marcus T.
"The attention to detail was remarkable. From the hand-folded ravioli to the rich espresso, everything felt authentic and lovingly made. It wasn’t just a meal — it was a culinary experience."
— Elena R.
— Elena R.
"I’ve never had focaccia like this in the States. It was light, flavorful, and perfectly golden. The ambiance, the passion, the hospitality — it all felt like I was dining in Italy with old friends."
— David M.
— David M.
"The testing event felt more like a family gathering than a restaurant preview. Riccardo came out to explain the pasta process, and you could hear the pride in his voice. This is real food made by real people who love what they do."
— Claire H.
— Claire H.
"Carmela’s handmade desserts were the perfect ending to a flawless meal. The ricotta cake was light and creamy, and the espresso had that bold Italian finish. Riverview is about to have something truly special."
— Nina F.
— Nina F.
"Every course was better than the last. The tomato sauce alone could be bottled and sold — it was that good. I’ve been to plenty of Italian spots, but this felt different. Genuine. Passionate. Memorable."
— Victor A.
— Victor A.
"You could tell from the moment we walked in — this place is about more than just food. It’s about community, passion, and honoring tradition. New Caffe Italia is going to be a local favorite in no time."
— Sophia D.
— Sophia D.

Visit Us in Riverview, Tampa

Conveniently located in Riverview, Ricky & Mela Real Italian Restaurant is proud to serve our local community and visitors alike. We welcome families, couples, professionals, and anyone who appreciates fine food and genuine hospitality. Come enjoy a dining experience that blends Italian soul with local charm — and leave with a little more joy than you arrived with.

Benvenuti. Welcome. Your table is ready.

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