Li'l Rizzo's Italian Restaurant

When you think of Li’l Rizzo’s , what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Probably Italian food at the Lake of the Ozarks—pizza and pasta. That’s not all that we have to offer though! If you’re craving something different for lunch or dinner, we’ve got you covered. With our yummy sandwiches and burgers that are served with chips and fries, there’s something on our menu for all taste buds! Our variety of food doesn’t stop at sandwiches and burgers though. Make sure to check out our appetizers for a scrumptious pre-meal snack.  Non-Italian Appetizers  Spinach, Green Chili & Jalapeno Dip  Creamy, cheesy dip with spinach, green chilies and jalapenos. Served with nacho chips. Chicken Tenders  Hand-breaded and deep-fried to a golden brown, served with a side of sweet and tangy, mustard based BBQ sauce or tossed in your favorite wing sauce.  Cheese Sticks  Mozzarella sticks, deep-fried, sprinkled with parsley flakes, parmesan cheese an...

August is Romance Awareness Month. It was created to encourage couples to improve their relationships through romance all year long. Being aware of the romance in your relationship and working on ways to add more romance into your life is a win-win for both of you. Sometimes it's the little things that make a big difference. Below are a few ways to put some romance back into your relationship. 1. Slip Your Partner a Love Note.  Write little love notes to slip into your partners pocket or purse. These notes don't have to be elaborate. Even a simple "I love you," could really put a smile on your partner's face. 2. Hold Hands Often.  Whether you're sitting at home alone on the couch, cruising around in the car or walking through town, holding hands is a great way to feel closer to your partner. 3. Watch a Romantic Movie Together.  Sometimes all it takes is spending some quality time together, alone to spark a little romance. Switch off your phone...

Everyone loves a home-cooked meal, but not everyone likes preparing it or cleaning up after it. Dining out has its benefits, and Lake of the Ozarks' best Italian restaurant wants to share with you some reasons to come dine out with us! 1. There's No Messy Clean Up.  While some people may enjoy cooking, does anyone actually like doing dishes? The worst part about preparing a home-cooked meal is the cleanup afterwards. Not only do you have the dishes you ate off of, but you have the pots and pans and utensils that you used to cook everything. After you've slaved away creating a great meal for your family to enjoy, the last thing you want to do is spend more time in the kitchen cleaning up that mess. When you come to our Lake of the Ozarks restaurant , we take care of the dishes and the mess for you. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy your meal! 2. You Can Please the Picky Eaters.  Do your children seem to always complain about what's for dinner? Do you ...

Chances are you’ve heard of a calzone, and if you’ve been to our Italian restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks , you’ve likely seen them on our menu. However, ours are a little sweeter than the traditional Italian calzones. If you’ve never tried a calzone, you may not really know what they are. Well, Li’l Rizzo’s is here to explain! What is a Calzone?  A calzone is a type of Italian pizza that is folded and filled. It takes on the shape of a half moon and is made of salted bread dough. A typical calzone is baken in an oven and filled with salami or ham, mozzarella, ricotta and Parmesan or pecorino cheese, amalgamated with an egg. However, regional preferences differ and you can find calzones that include other toppings typcially associated with pizzas. Smaller calzones, known as panzerotti, can also be fried in olive oil rather than baked. You can even find dessert calzones like the one's we have here at our Lake of the Ozarks Italian restaurant . History of the Calzone ...

Dining out versus cooking at home is one of the all time largest disagreements. Some people will argue that eating out costs too much or they don't want to load all the kids up in the car. Think about this, time is money and how much time are you going to be spending cooking and cleaning when preparing a meal at home? Li'l Rizzo's is here to tell you that eating out can be a great thing! Here are 5 of the top reasons why you should dine out: 1. No Messy Kitchen.  The worst part about cooking a meal for the family is the cleanup afterwards. Not only do you have the dishes that you ate off of, you also have all the pots and pans, bakeware and utensils needed to prepare it. After you've slaved away in the kitchen preparing this delicious meal, the last thing you want to do is clean up that mess. When you go to a restaurant at the Lake of the Ozarks , we take care of all the cleanup for you. You just sit back, relax and let us wait on you! 2. Everyone Gets What T...

When talking about Italian food, pasta is usually the first thing that comes to mind. Pasta is really the dish that unifies the whole of the nation. However, if you think that food is prepared the same way everywhere in Italy, you're wrong. In fact, there are only a few Italian dishes that are considered "national." Each region of Italy has its own typical food and recipes. Although Italy can be broken down into 20 different regions, you will find some common cooking trends allowing the division of Italy into 3 different gastronomic areas: North, Center and South. Our Lake of the Ozarks Italian restaurant brings you these regional differences from LifeInItaly.com . North In northern Italy, tradition revolves around hot soups, like minestrone and vegetables like radicchio, and is based on dishes that are rich in fat. Cheese, truffle, polenta, risotti and game are the most popular of ingredients. Potatoes are also used a lot and are the main ingredient of a famous nor...

At Li'l Rizzo's , it's not all about the pizza and pasta. We offer delicious sandwiches and burgers at our Lake of the Ozarks restaurant as well. Try one of these mouthwatering subs or sandwiches next time you're here! Tuscan Chicken Sandwich Tender marinated chicken breast smothered in melted provel and served on a ciabotta bun with pesto mayonaise, lettuce, tomato and red onion. Hot Italian Sub  Italian roast beef, smoked turkey and pastrami served hot on a ciabotta bun with our house dressing, melted provel and green onions. Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich Hand-breaded chicken tender topped with cheese and marinara sauce. Meatball Sandwich Our homemade meatball served on a hoagie with meat sauce and melted cheese. Hamburger An 8 oz. ground chuck burger. Add cheese for additional charge. Rizzo Burger  Bacon, sauteed mushrooms and onions topped with melted provel cheese. Sausage & Peppers Sandwich Italian sausage, sauteed onions,...