Casa Santo Stefano – Italian
Housed in a beautifully restored 1920s macaroni factory, this Sicilian sanctuary transports guests to a bygone era with its exposed brick walls, vintage family portraits, and a warm, nostalgic glow. The air carries the rich, savory perfume of slow-simmered Sunday gravy and hand-rolled pastas, while the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean come alive in dishes that celebrate the soulful culinary heritage of the island. Whether dining in the bustling, art-filled hall or enjoying a sunset cocktail on the breezy rooftop, the experience feels like a heartfelt invitation into a grand Sicilian home.
1607, North 22nd Street, Tampa, FL, 33605 +18132481925 https://casasantostefano.com0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, pescatarian
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Antipasti
- Meatballs della Nana - $12: Blend of pork and beef meatballs gently braised in house-made tomato sauce, Pecorino Romano cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Italian Sausage - $15: Grilled Tony Fig's Italian sausage with lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Arancini al Burro - $14: Teardrop-shaped fried saffron risotto combined with fresh mozzarella and prosciutto cotto, served with house-made tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Fried Calamari - $18: Semolina-dusted fried calamari and zucchini strings with spicy Calabrian pepper tomato sauce
- Mussels J. Matassini - $20: Twenty fresh Prince Edward Island mussels sautéed with Sicilian olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper, parsley, grape tomato sauce, served with focaccia
- Gambino Mediterraneo - $18: Sautéed shrimp in prosecco sauce, garlic and citrus
- Toasted Gnocchi - $14: Toasted fresh gnocchi stuffed with four cheeses, served with house-made tomato sauce
- Eggplant Millefoglie - $14: Baked eggplant terrine layered with Pecorino Romano cheese, tomato sauce
- Stuffed Artichokes Reina - $16: Roman artichoke stuffed with Pecorino Romano cheese, lemon juice and Sicilian-style crispy breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Burrata in Purgatorio - $16: Breaded and fried burrata cheese in spicy tomato sauce with toast points Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Pizza
- Margherita Pizza - $16: Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, extra-virgin olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vegetarian Pizza - $16: Mushrooms, eggplant, spinach, mozzarella, tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Sicilian Hot Honey Pizza - $18: Soppressata, ricotta, mozzarella, Calabrese cherry pepper, hot honey drizzle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Pizza Suprema - $20: House-made meatballs, crumbled sausage, mushroom, peppers, onions, mozzarella, tomato sauce
- La Soppressata Pizza - $18: Mozzarella, spicy tomato sauce and thinly-sliced soppressata salami
Salads
- Valenti's Burrata Salad - $16: Burrata cheese, tomato, pickled red onion and arugula salad with balsamic vinaigrette
- Caesar Salad - $15: Romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, garlic croutons, shaved Pecorino Romano
- Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken - $18: Romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing, garlic croutons, shaved Pecorino Romano, grilled chicken
- Pizza Parlor Giant Italian Salad - $16: Lettuce, celery, grape tomato, prosciutto cotto, provolone, Sicilian olives, Italian vinaigrette, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Pasta
- Pasta Bolognese - $18: Spaghetti or casarecce with pork and beef bolognese, plum tomatoes, garlic, celery, carrots, tomato sauce, Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spaghetti Nana Maria - $20: Meatball, pork shoulder, Italian sausage, hard-boiled egg, tomato sauce, Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spaghetti with Meatballs - $20: Beef and pork meatballs braised in rich sauce, Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Casarecce Rinaldi - $22: Casarecce pasta, sautéed crumbled sausage, peas, garlic, crushed red pepper, light cream sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Lasagna - $20: Fresh pasta, garlic ricotta, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, Italian sausage, Bolognese meat, tomato sauce
- Linguine with Clams - $28: Littleneck clams, garlic, crushed red pepper, parsley, white wine tomato sauce, butter, Sicilian olive oil
- Linguine with Shrimp Felicione - $22: Shrimp, white wine, grape tomato sauce, shallots, garlic, spicy crushed red pepper
- Linguine Frutti di Mare - $40: Lobster, littleneck clams, mussels, squid, shrimp, garlic, white wine, spicy red sauce
- Pasta alla Norma - $20: Casarecce maccheroni, fried eggplant, house-made tomato sauce, garlic, grated ricotta salata cheese
- Ricotta Ravioli - $22: Ravioli stuffed with ricotta and pesto, tomato sauce, Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vegetable Gnocchi - $22: Potato gnocchi, cremini mushrooms, broccolini, baby spinach, peas, garlic, shallots, light cream sauce, Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Main Courses
- Chicken Marsala - $25: Boneless chicken breasts scaloppine, Marsala wine, garlic, cremini mushrooms, sautéed baby potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Parmigiana Scaglione - $22: Boneless chicken breasts, tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, served with maccheroni pasta pomodoro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Grilled Pork Chop - $20: 8 oz. Compart Duroc pork chop, fruit mostarda, vincotto balsamic reduction, sautéed baby potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Veal Scaloppine Milanesa - $28: Breaded veal slice, grilled and topped with tomato, onion, and green pepper sauce, served with baby potatoes
- Veal Scaloppine Marsala - $28: Pan-fried veal scaloppine, Marsala sauce, cremini mushrooms, baby potatoes, broccolini
- Merluzzo with Sicilian Pesto - $32: Wild-caught merluzzo fish, house-made pesto Siciliano, served with Aglio e Olio pasta and spinach
- Grilled Sea Bass - $38: Chargrilled Mediterranean sea bass, olive oil, herbs, served with broccolini and grilled lemon
- Grouper al Limone - $38: Fresh Gulf grouper, lemon butter sauce, capers, white wine, served with broccolini
- Swordfish Messina - $28: Swordfish fillet, tomatoes, onions, capers, olives, served with broccolini Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Sandwiches
- Panino Siciliano - $16: Prosciutto, mortadella, ham, sopressata, provolone, tomato, Calabrian peppers, olives, vinaigrette on muffaletta bread, served with chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich - $18: Chicken breast, garlic, tomato sauce, mozzarella on Cuban bread, served with chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Casa's Italian Steak Sandwich - $18: Shaved rib-eye, green peppers, onions, romaine, tomatoes, lemon vinaigrette on Cuban bread, served with chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Cartocciata Meatballs - $16: Sicilian handheld calzone stuffed with meatballs, tomato sauce, Pecorino Romano, basil, served with chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
Sides
- Broccolini - $9: Sautéed in olive oil, garlic, red pepper
- Maccheroni al Pomodoro - $7: Sicilian casarecce with tomato sauce and Pecorino Romano
- Sautéed Potatoes - $7: Baby Yukon Gold potatoes with Sicilian herbs and garlic
- Sautéed Spinach - $9: Fresh spinach, olive oil, garlic
- Caponata - $8: Eggplant, garlic, celery, tomatoes, olives, capers, pine nuts, raisins, red onions
Desserts
- Ricotta Cannoli - $12: Sicilian ricotta, chocolate chips, candied citrus, pistachio Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tiramisù - $12: Coffee-dipped ladyfingers, rum, mascarpone cream, dark cocoa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lemon Cake - $12: Vanilla cake, lemon mascarpone, limoncello syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Affogato al Caffe - $10: Stracciatella gelato, espresso, whipped cream, Frangelico, almonds, chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Gelato - $9: Assorted flavors: dark chocolate, vanilla, pistachio, stracciatella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Espresso - $3
- Cappuccino - $5
- Limonata Cocktail - $12: Strega liqueur, limoncello, rosemary syrup
- Sicilian Aperol Spritz - $12: Tito's vodka, sparkling wine, limoncello, Aperol
- Blueberry Lemon Spritz Mocktail - $7: Sicilian lemonade, muddled blueberries