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The Meatball Cafe
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2412 Padre Blvd.
South Padre Island, TX 78597
(956) 299-4605
11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
99% of 223 customers recommended
Curbside Pickup Available
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We have indoor and outdoor Patio dining. Carryout/Pickup to-go is available. Delivery not available at this time. Please call when out front for curbside. 956-299-4605
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APPETIZERS
Antipasto for 2
Fresh assortment of prosciutto, salami, hot capicola, mortadella, asiago, muenster, assorted olives, grapes, roasted red bell peppers, and crostini.
$14.00
Antipasto for 4
Fresh assortment of prosciutto, salami, hot capicola, mortadella, asiago, muenster, assorted olives, grapes, roasted red bell peppers, and crostini.
$25.00
Creamy Risotto Bites
Three risotto, Parmesan, mozzarella bites lightly fried and served with our signature milano sauce.
$8.00
Pizza Fries
Freshcut fries smothered with mozzarella and pepperoni.
$9.00
Italian Nachos
Pasta chips smothered in mozzarella and asiago cheese sauce topped with chicken, bacon, sausage, jalapeños, tomato, green onions, and black olives.
$15.00
Burschetta
A crispy Parmesan bowl filled with diced tomato blended in garlic olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh basil surrounded by crostini.
$10.00
Fried Cheese Ravioli
Three large ravioli stuffed with spinach & cheese and deep fried to perfection. Served with our tasty marinara sauce.
$10.00
Gianni's Meatballs
Two perfectly seasoned house made meatballs (mom's recipe = delish!).
$7.00
Calamari
Tangy seasoned squid, fried, and garnished with parsley and Parmesan with a side of marinara.
$11.00
Garlic Bread
Freshly sliced from our freshly baked ciabatta, brushed with fresh chopped garlic and butter, sprinkled with Parmesan, and served with a side of marinara.
$4.00
SOUPS
All soups made in house.
Minestrone
A classic Italian style veggie and penne soup.
$4.00+
Toscana
A creamy soup with bacon, kale, red potatoes, and house made Italian sausage.
$4.00+
Italian Wedding
A traditional soup with homemade meatball, spinach, orzo, and carrots.
$4.00+
Clam Chowder
Hearty bowl of little neck clams slowly simmered in a creamy, garlicy clam broth with bacon, onion, and potato.
$5.00+
SALADS
Italian Cobb Salad
Crisp Romaine topped with our savory Italian meats, three cheeses, onions, fresh chopped tomatoes, hard boiled egg, and served with your choice of house dressing.
$11.00+
Classic Caprese
Six slices of fresh tomato, mozzarella, and basil drizzled with our rosemary garlicky balsamic glaze.
$10.00+
Classic Caesar
Romaine hearts, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and crispy croutons tossed in a house made classic Caesar dressing. (With or Without Anchovies)
$10.00+
PASTA
#MadeFromScratch Pastas
Spaghetti and Meatball
Our house specialty spaghetti tossed in our house made marinara and topped with two made from scratch meatballs.
$16.00
Lasagna
Five layers of hearty flavors, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, our house made meat sauce, spinach, and Italian herbs and spices.
$16.00
Rigatoni Carbonara
Prosciutto, garlic, tomato, and green onions sauteed in a white wine sauce and topped with romano, Parmesan cheese, and parsley.
$16.00
Rigatoni Bolognese
A hearty dish made with our house made meat sauce topped with parsley and Parmesan cheese.
$15.00
Mama's Ravioli Special
Four extra large raviolis. Choose from spinach with cheese or beef with spinach and cheese topped with a choice of marinara, meat sauce, or creamy Alfredo sauce.
$17.00
"Spaghetti Puttanesca"
A bold dish from Naples that includes tomatoes, anchovies, olives, capers, olive oil, garlic, and spices.
$14.00
Pesto Penne
Our house made pasta tossed with our nutty house pesto sauce.
$16.00
Cannelloni
House made pasta shells stuffed with Italian sausage, spinach, and ricotta topped with marinara sauce.
$18.00
Italian Sausage Milano
Our house made Italian sausage sauteed with sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, and garlic tossed in our roasted sweet red pepper sauce (milano) over pasta and sprinkled with Parmesan and parsley.
$17.00
Fettuccine Alfredo
Creamy Alfredo sauce made fresh from scratch with our garlicky Parmesan buttery flavor over silky fettuccine.
$16.00+
Gnocchi
House made Italian dumplings served with your choice of marinara, pesto, milano, or Alfredo sauce and a garnish of grilled asparagus.
$17.00
Eggplant Primavera
A healthy veggie meal crusted with Italian crumbs and pan-grilled with olive oil, garlic, bell peppers, onions, parsley, mozzarella, and your choice of pasta.
$16.00
Linguini & Clams
Little neck clams sauteed with onions, garlic, olive oil, and sweet vermouth sauce tossed in linguini and a dash of pepper flakes.
$22.00
ITALIAN ENTREES
All entrees are served with your choice of risotto or spaghetti.
Chicken Parmigiana
Lightly coated, pan-fried, and topped with marinara and mozzarella served over pasta.
$18.00
Veal Parmigiana
Lightly coated, pan-fried, and topped with marinara and mozzarella served over pasta.
$24.00
Eggplant Parmigiana
Lightly coated, pan-fried, and topped with marinara and mozzarella served over pasta.
$14.00
Chicken Marsala
Pan-grilled cutlet with Marsala wine sauce, sauteed mushrooms, garlic, and onions with a pinch of pepper flakes served with pasta.
$18.00
Veal Marsala
Pan-grilled cutlet with Marsala wine sauce, sauteed mushrooms, garlic, and onions with a pinch of pepper flakes served with pasta.
$25.00
Chicken Picatta
Pan-grilled cutlet sauteed with mushrooms, onions, artichoke hearts, capers, and a lemony garlic white wine sauce served with pasta.
$16.00
Veal Picatta
Pan-grilled cutlet sauteed with mushrooms, onions, artichoke hearts, capers, and a lemony garlic white wine sauce served with pasta.
$24.00
Mediterranean Dorado
Grilled mahi infused in Italian spices sauteed with kalamata olives, capers, onions, and white wine garlic sauce over a bed of linguine sprinkled with Parmesan and parsley.
$23.00
Venetian Shrimp
Perfectly seasoned gulf shrimp sauteed with green onions, diced apples, spicy marinara, and a garlicky red wine rice vinegar sauce served with a side of creamy risotto and sprinkled with Parmesan and parsley.
$23.00
Salmon Rockefeller
Grilled salmon lightly seasoned with lemon, garlic, salt, and pepper served over linguine and topped with a Rockefeller sauce.
$22.00
Seared Sea Scallop Toscana
Plump and tender Atlantic scallops seared in olive oil and served over linguine tossed with capers and tomato in a pesto lemon and white wine sauce.
$23.00
ALTA CUCINA
All steaks are served with grilled zucchini and 1 choice of: grilled asparagus, risotto, red roasted potatoes or mushroom Florentine (creamy spinach and mushroom with sun-dried tomatoes).
8 oz Beef Tenderloin Fillet
Lightly marinated in an olive oil, garlic, and special house herbs infusion and grilled to order.
$29.00
10 oz. Ribeye Steak
Lightly marinated in an olive oil, garlic, and special house herbs infusion and grilled to order.
$27.00
Mare e Monti
Rib-eye topped with portabello, shrimp, crab with creamy Italian garlic wine sauce and served with grilled zucchini.
$34.00
Cabernet Mushroom Beef Tenderloin
Beef tenderloin lightly marinated in an olive oil, garlic, and special house herbs topped with a cabernet creamy mushroom sauce with a side of grilled zucchini.
$36.00
Shrimp Scampi Pasta
A very traditional must-have Italian dish made with a garlic white wine buttery sauce served over angel hair pasta and sprinkled with Parmesan and parsley.
$25.00
Cernia a la Chef
Grouper fillet (in season) or Mahi/Flounder with the chef's unique touch of light seasonings and fresh flavors that will make your mouth water. Served over risotto or linguine.
$28.00
Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon & Shrimp
Salmon and three jumbo gulf shrimp marinated and sautéed with a sun-dried tomato infused butter sauce served with risotto and garnish asparagus.
$27.00
PANINI
#MadeFromScratch All Panini served with fresh hand cut fries.
Italian Sausage
Our house made Italian sausage with a mix of bell peppers, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese drizzled with olive oil on toasted ciabatta bread, with fries.
$12.00
Meatball
Three of our perfectly made meatballs topped with marinara and mozzarella served on toasted ciabatta bread, with fries.
$12.00
Italiano
Prosciutto, hot capicola, pepperoni, provolone, tomato, oregano, and pesto on toasted ciabatta bread, with fries.
$14.00
Chicken
Grilled chicken with red bell peppers and provolone drizzled with oregano and pesto served on toasted ciabatta bread, with fries.
$12.00
Dorado
Blackened mahi, lettuce, tomato, and our tangy tartar sauce served on toasted ciabatta bread, with fries.
$15.00
Caprese
Fresh tomato, mozzarella, and basil with a drizzle of infused seasoned olive oil served on toasted ciabatta bread, with fries.
$11.00
Mortadella
A generous portion of mortadella, sauteed mushrooms, spinach, fresh oregano, minced garlic, and pesto topped with ricotta and mozzarella cheese served on toasted ciabatta bread, with fries.
$9.00
PIZZA
#MadeFromScratch Pizza dough
Create Your Own Pizza
Your choice of three toppings. Add more toppings for $2.00 each.
$14.00+
Classic Cheese
Add more toppings for $2.00 each.
$9.00+
Classic Pepperoni
Add more toppings for $2.00 each.
$9.00+
Margherita
Mozzarella, Roma tomatoes, and fresh basil. Add more toppings for $2.00 each.
$9.00+
Meat Lovers
Italian sausage, Prosciutto , pepperoni, and mozzarella. Add more toppings for $2.00 each.
$9.00+
Abruzzi
Mozzarella, Canadian bacon, mushrooms, artichokes, black olives, and tomatoes.
$9.00+
Diabolic
Mozzarella, jalapenos, and spicy sausage.
$9.00+
Primavera
Mozzarella, tomatoes, olives, onions, and mixed bell peppers.
$9.00+
White Pizza with Shrimp 18"
Gulf shrimp sauteed with spinach, garlic, and tomatoes combined in creamy Alfredo sauce topped with mozzarella and baked with our house-made dough!
$25.00+
CALZONES
#MadeFromScratch
Create Your Own Calzone
Your choice of three toppings. Add more toppings for $2.00 each. Comes with Fries
$16.00+
BAMBINO MENU
Children 10 years and under.
Two Chicken Fingers and Hand-Cut Fries
$8.50
Spaghetti Marinara
$8.50
Alfredo Fettuccine Pasta
$8.50
Grilled Cheese and Hand-Cut Fries
$8.50
SIDES AND EXTRAS
French Fries
$4.50
Spaghetti
$6.00
Risotto
$6.00
Grilled Asparagus
$4.50
Roasted Red Potatoes
$4.00
Meatballs (2)
$6.00
Italian Sausage (1)
$5.00
Gulf Shrimp (4)
$7.00
Extra Bread (1)
Made in house fresh bread
$2.00
DESSERTS
Homemade Tiramisu
Homemade
$9.00
Homemade Italian Cheese Cake
Homemade
$10.00
Homemade Chocolate Cake
$10.00
Cannoli
$3.00
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