Mama Carolla's Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Mama Carolla's, a remarkable dining destination nestled in Indianapolis. Here, traditional Italian flavors and contemporary flair unite to create a memorable culinary experience. The menu is a treasure trove of delights, featuring exquisite pasta dishes like the Misto Mare Linguine, a seafood medley sautéed in herbed oil, and the Pasta Too Good, which combines chicken and shrimp in a spicy penne delight.
For fish lovers, the Walnut-Crusted Tilapia with blackberry basil sauce is a must-try, while the Shrimp Scampi captivates with its buttery garlic charm. The restaurant’s ambiance is complemented by stellar service, as echoed by numerous patrons who applaud not only the food but also the attentive staff who elevate your dining experience. Whether it’s a romantic evening or a family gathering, Mama Carolla's promises exceptional cuisine and warm hospitality that will leave you yearning for more.
ANTIPASTI
Justin's Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Served with our horseradish sauce
Grilled Shrimp Stuffed with Goat Cheese
Served over a tomato butter sauce
Steamed Mussels
Our Rony makes the best!
Antipasti Plate
Prosciutto, cappacola, aged soppressata, fontina, marinated fresh mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, mixed olives, imported grilled vegetables, local wholegrain mustard and crostinis
Portabella Mushroom
Stuffed with crab meat
Holly's Artichoke Fritters
Filled with goat cheese and served with a lemon aioli.
Sicilian Asparagus Patties
Diced asparagus, egg, parmesan and breadcrumbs grilled until golden brown, then drizzled with a lemon aioli.
Fried Ravioli
Fried cheese ravioli with marinara sauce for dipping.
Fried Calamari
Battered rings served with our pesto aioli for dipping.
Fried Buffalo Mozzarella (Grown-Up Version)
Housemade, breadcrumb crusted buffalo mozzarella stuffed with prosciutto, served over an aged balsamic glaze, then topped with marinated tomatoes.
Garlic Cheese Bread
Homemade bread stuffed with mozzarella cheese and baked golden brown - great with your salad!
Bruschetta
Italian bread, grilled and topped with a marinated tomato relish and smoked mozzarella cheese, 8.99 for four.
Italian Prosciutto and Fresh Melon
Delicious and fresh!
Caprese Salad
Fresh mozzarella and sliced roma tomatoes, drizzled with an aged balsamic vinegar and sweet basil.
Mediterranean Salad
Mixed greens, toasted walnuts, mandarin oranges, kalamata black olives and gorgonzola cheese in a citrus balsamic vinaigrette.
Dinner Salad
Large for 6.99.
Caesar Salad
Large for 7.99
Meatballs
Bolognese
Meat sauce
Pomodora
Fresh tomatoes
Marinara
Italian Sausage
Onions and peppers
PASTA (RED SAUCE) (SPAGHETTI OR MOSTACCIOLI)
PASTA (WHITE SAUCE)
Veal Medallions (Mama's Favorite)
Veal medallions sauteed with wild mushrooms and peas, served with penne pasta in a creamy gorgonzola cheese sauce
Alfredo
Fettuccine with sweet cream, parmesan cheese and parsley
Alfredo with Chicken
Alfredo with Shrimp
Carbonara
Pasta mixed with sauteed pancetta, prosciutto ham, peas and mushrooms in an egg cream sauce lightened with a touch of white wine
Misto Mare
Linguine mixed with shrimp, scallops, clams, squid, crab meat and mussels sauteed with garlic, tomatoes, mushrooms, herbs and spicy red pepper
Mediterranean Pasta
Rigatoni with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, black olives, pinenuts, spinach and feta cheese in a garlic oil sauce
Pasta Too Good
Sauteed chicken and shrimp tossed with penne pasta, broccoli, tomatoes and garlic...SPICY!
Clams
Linguine with an abundance of clams and fresh mushrooms sauteed in butter with herbs, lots of parmesan and a splash of Crown Royal...superb!
PASTA (HERBED OIL/BUTTER SAUCE)
MAMA'S SPECIALTIES
Eggplant Puttanesca (Spaghetti)
Sauteed eggplant and portabella mushrooms tossed with capers and black and green olives in a garlic tossed with capers and black & green olives in a garlic tomato sauce with a touch of crushed red pepper, then sprinkled with parmigiano reggiano...SPICY!
Rosemary Chicken Lasagna
We roast the chicken and layer it with a mixture of wild mushrooms, spinach, ricotta cheese, fresh mozzarella and spice, then we surround it with a tomato butter sauce
Traditional Beef Lasagna
Always a favorite!
Chicken Rigatoni
Sauteed chicken strips with spinach, pancetta, garlic, crushed red pepper and romano cheese in a spicy white wine sauce. Add 3 for Rizzo Style!
Ravioli
Simply delicious squares of fresh pasta filled with a spinach cheese mixture and covered with a creamy pesto sauce
Chicken Piccata (Angel Hair Pasta)
Boneless breasts of chicken marinated in lemon, olive oil and garlic, then sauced with capers and fresh herbs
Chicken Parmesan (Penne Pasta)
Sicilian style, lightly breaded and sauteed, covered with romano, parmesan and mozzarella, then finished with our own marinara sauce
Chicken Involtine (Angel Hair Pasta)
Filets of chicken breast, layered with prosciutto ham, fresh spinach and a touch of fontina cheese, then rolled and sauteed in an herbed champagne tomato cream sauce with mushrooms
Roasted Rosemary Chicken
An entire half of a perfectly roasted chicken, seasoned with fresh herbs, browned on the outside and juicy on the inside, served with oven-roasted vegetables
POLLO (CHICKEN)
MAIALE (PORK)
Wow, Whata Pork Chop!
Our 12oz bone-in, pan-seared chop, roasted and served with an orange-chipotle glaze, garlic mashed potatoes, roasted carrots and broccoli
Uncle Dino's
A 12oz choice New York strip steak perfectly patted with cracked black peppercorns and drizzled with a tangy au jus with capers
Cousin Mary's
Our 8oz filet cooked to perfection and stuffed with gorgonzola, then gravied with a brandy cream sauce
BISTECCO (STEAK)
VITELLO (VEAL)
Veal Marsala (Angel Hair)
Tender veal cutlets, mushrooms, and fresh herbs, suateed in marsala wine - the difference is in the marsala!
Veal Saltimbocca (Angel Hair)
Veal sauteed witha touch of prosciutto, fontina cheese and mushrooms in a creamy tomato vermouth sauce, seasoned with sage
Veal Parmesan (Spaghetti)
Sicilian style, lightly breaded and sauteed, covered with romano, parmesan and mozzarella, then finished with our own marinara sauce
Tilapia (By Popular Demand)
Walnut and herb-crusted with a blackberry basil sauce and grilled asparagus, served with angel hair pasta
Salmon Filet (Papa's Favorite)
Gently sauteed and dressed for the evening in a creamy dill sauce, served with angel hair pasta
Shrimp Scampi
Large fresh shrimp sizzled in lemon, butter, garlic and fresh Italian parsley, served with angel hair pasta
PESCE (FISH)
DESSERT
Tiramisu
Made in our kitchen - chocolate, kahlua, lady fingers, and mascarpone cheese
Chris's Homemade Ricotta Cake
With blackberries
Cannoli
Flaky pastry wrap filled with flavored ricotta
Spumoni
Chocolate Brownie Cheesecake
Creme Brulee
*Limited quantity