Piccola Italia Bistro

If you don't have a reservation they won't even bother to let you eat. Rude staff, small parking lot, not worth my time to make a reservation and try to go again.

My first time here, and wow! Food was absolutely delicious and made on the spot.
It a small place and should call before coming but it’s absolutely worth it. Authentic is the best description. The Carbonara and the bolognese were delicious. Would recommend to anyone wishing to eat authentic Italian food.

Recommended dishes: Carbonara Pasta, Bolognese

I dare anyone who’s ever had a five star Italian meal in New York City to tell me that this fabulous gem of a restaurant Would not rival anything you’ve had in New York City that’s how great I think this place is

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Caprese Saled, Tiramisú, Bolognese

This was the most delicious lasagna, ravioli, aglio olio, and pistachio cake I've ever had in my life. If I'm ever in Tampa again, I'll definitely come back here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

perfect, better than pasta in Sicily!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Exceptional food in a classic small family space. The specials are over the top. BYOW..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seafood Risotto, Burrata Caprese Salad, Lamb Chops

Just had the most wonderful experience this past Sunday. Cool, intimate ambiance in this small space. The chef/owner was warm and very welcoming. I can't wait to return. I highly recommend going with one of the specials.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I Can't wait to explore the menu even more!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This place was delicious and lives up to reviews. Their main menu is pasta then have a variety of specials for entrees and appetizers. The burrata as part of the caprese was delicious. Had a rabbit dish with dates and the best red sauce I’ve had. Generous portions! Save room for dessert, tiramisu was great and homemade, but the shining star was the Panacotta, it was so smooth and luxurious tasting. Small, quaint space, recommend reservations!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Only: excellent. Grazie Carmelo.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We stopped in for lunch. We had two pastas. The sauces were both excellent, although the pasta itself was not made in house. The short menu consists of just pastas, all $19.95. We also got a pastas special with shrimp and canned baby clams. When the check came I was disappointed that the special pasta was $39.95!!! An outrageous price for the item served.

And to answer your question: I was not the person asking if the Osso Buco was $19.95. That's a dish I would have expected to be in the mid to high $30s given the restaurant location, level of service and decor, or perhaps in the $40s at a fine dining establishment.

And just to be clear, I didn't add anything to the pasta dish and my dining partner says there were six shrimp. AND, even if I added eight shrimp to a pasta dish, the price would have been a more reasonable $30.95. Perhaps a written list of specials with the prices would be a kinder solution for your customers.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 4

My bf and I saw this place on Tiktok and decided to give it a try last night and my god; best Italian food in Tampa! Truly feels like you're in Italy. Whatever you do, get one of the daily specials as your meal and the Tiramisu for dessert. The service, the ambiance, and the food was incredible. Also, the BYOB is so cool! Just be sure to bring your own wine and wine key, they provide glasses!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Caprese Saled, Tiramisú

Michelin guide worthy!!!

This place is hands down the most amazing Italian food we’ve ever had. We walk through the door, from the cold rainy exterior, and are instantly transported to Europe.

Warm and cozy interior with the most authentic and delicious food. You have the try the Caprese Burrata, Ossobucco, and bring your own wine.

11/10 definitely coming back at least 1x per month now.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

All the dishes on the menu are very good. Super recommended for those who love Italian food

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Caprese Saled, Pesto Linguine with Salmon, Carbonara Pasta, Seafood Risotto, Burrata Caprese Salad, Bolognese, Tortellini Boscaiola, Tiramisu and Limoncello Cake, Amatriciana with Chicken

Authentic Italian food. Best Italian food ever 🤩

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5