PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO – Italian
Tiny, intimate Italian bistro on West Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Tampa, where fresh pasta is the heart of the operation and reservations are strongly advised — the room simply doesn't hold walk-in crowds. Daily specials keep the authentic menu moving, and for the truly devoted, the kitchen teaches pasta-making classes that turn customers into students. The scale is deliberate: quality over volume, intention over turnover. It suits date nights planned in advance, fresh-pasta purists, aspiring home pastai learning from professionals, and Tampa diners who prefer their trattorias barely bigger than a family kitchen.
2140 W Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tampa, FL 813-348-4912 https://www.piccolaitaliabistro.com/0Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, soy-free
Diet fit at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
Dairy-Free at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO in Tampa has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage & Pepper (Half Tray) and Aglio e Olio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO in Tampa has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sausage & Pepper (Half Tray). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO in Tampa has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggplant Parmigiana (Half Tray), Pesto and Tonno. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO in Tampa has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Primavera. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO in Tampa has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Cacciatore (Half Tray). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO in Tampa has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Cacciatore (Half Tray). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO in Tampa has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Aglio e Olio. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO in Tampa has 3 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Eggplant Parmigiana (Half Tray), Aglio e Olio and Primavera. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Primavera | 24.3 g | 49.3 g |
| Amatriciana | 2.6 g | 33.6 g |
| Puttanesca | 10.2 g | 27.4 g |
| Tonno | 65 g | 20.2 g |
| Calamari | 2.3 g | 14.2 g |
| Carbonara | 4.2 g | 13 g |
| Chicken Cacciatore (Half Tray) | 6.3 g | 11.7 g |
| Bolognese | 13.7 g | 4.9 g |
| Eggplant Parmigiana (Half Tray) | 12.4 g | 3.2 g |
| Aglio e Olio | 8.7 g | 1.2 g |
| Baked Ziti (Half Tray) | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Lasagna (Half Tray) | 0 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Menu
Pasta
- Carbonara - $19.95: spaghetti, onion, bacon, eggs, parmesan cream sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bolognese - $19.95: fettuccine, ground beef, sausage, basil, tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Amatriciana - $19.95: penne, garlic, onion, bacon, pecorino cheese, tomato sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Puttanesca - $19.95: spaghetti, olives, capers, anchovies, mild spicy marinara sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto - $19.95: linguine, smoked salmon, home made basil pesto Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tonno - $19.95: spaghetti, tuna, cherry tomato, jalapeno Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $19.95: linguine, calamari, zucchini, saffron Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Aglio e Olio - $19.95: spaghetti, scallion, garlic, fried spicy pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Primavera - $19.95: linguine, mushroom, bell pepper, peas, avocado cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tortellini Boscaiola - $19.95: cheese tortellini, peas, mushroom, parmesan cream sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons
- Add Protein - $5.5: meatball, sausages, chicken, or shrimp
Party Menu for Take Out
Serves 6 to 8 people. 24 hour notice required.
- Eggplant Parmigiana (Half Tray) - $64.95: eggplant, parmesan, mozzarella, marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs (Half Tray) - $64.95: meatball cooked in marinara sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage & Pepper (Half Tray) - $64.95: Italian sausage, onion, pepper, marinara sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Ziti (Half Tray) - $64.95: ziti pasta baked with parmesan, mozzarella, marinara sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lasagna (Half Tray) - $64.95: ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, tomato sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Cacciatore (Half Tray) - $64.95: chicken cooked with garlic, onion, mushroom, bell pepper Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO
- Is PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage & Pepper (Half Tray) and Aglio e Olio.
- What can I eat at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO on a dairy-free diet?
- Sausage & Pepper (Half Tray) and Aglio e Olio carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Aglio e Olio.
- Is PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at PICCOLA ITALIA BISTRO?
- Primavera, at roughly 49.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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