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Clara & Ray’s Ristorante Italiano Menu (Updated September 2025)

Welcome to Clara & Ray’s Ristorante Italiano, a delightful Italian restaurant nestled in the heart of Palmetto Plaza, Lexington, SC. This charming eatery promises an authentic Italian experience, showcasing a menu that is a true homage to traditional flavors and ingredients.

Begin your culinary journey with their exquisite espresso drinks, like the classic Cappuccino or the decadent Caffe Affogato, served hot over vanilla ice cream. When hunger strikes, indulge in the tantalizing selection of sandwiches, highlighted by the Sausage, Peppers & Onions Hero, bursting with flavors in a toasted roll.

The vibrant Sicilian Pizza selection is a standout, featuring options like the meaty Sicilian Ray's Meat Pizza and the vegetarian Sicilian Capri Pizza. With a fresh dough base and premium toppings, each bite captures the essence of Italy. Critics can't stop raving about the “thin, crispy” crust and the “perfect balance of ingredients.”

Customers, like Brian Blum and Joyce Reed, rave about the "New York-style" pizza and the "superb food," reminiscing about their favorite dishes in a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere. With friendly service and an inviting ambiance, Clara & Ray’s Ristorante Italiano is not just a meal; it’s a memorable experience that beckons you to return. Whether you're craving classic pizza, hearty entrees, or delightful desserts, this gem will satisfy your Italian cravings like no other!

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Neapolitan Pizza

Neapolitan Pizza

Made with our fresh dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pecorino romano cheese, and oregano.

Our Specialty Pizzas

Tomato & Basil Pizza

Made with hand-sliced tomatoes (no pizza sauce), fresh leaf basil and a drizzle of premium olive oil.

Pizza Capri

Broccoli, tomato slices, onion, zucchini.

Ray’s Meat Pizza

Pepperoni, sausage, and meatballs.

San Gennaro Pizza

Sausage, colored peppers, onions.

Chicken Parm Pizza

Topped with pieces of chicken cutlets.

Margherita Pizza

Fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil.

Clara’s Favorite Pizza

Sliced meatballs, ricotta, fresh basil.

Melanzana Pizza

Melanzana is Italian for eggplant.

Pizza Bianco

No sauce! Mozzarella, ricotta, romano.

Pizza Spinacio

Our Pizza Bianco with spinach & garlic.

His & Hers Pizza

3 meats on one side, 3 veggies on the other.

Rosa’s Pizza

Sauteed carrots & onions, no sauce or cheese!

Pizza GRANDE

Our EVERYTHING pizza! Pepperoni, sausage, meatball, ham, mushroom, onion, black olives, colored peppers, and extra cheese. It’s a real HEAVYWEIGHT!

Sicilian Pizza

Sicilian Pizza

Made with our fresh dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pecorino romano cheese, and oregano.

Sicilian Tomato Basil Pizza

Made with hand-sliced tomatoes (no pizza sauce), fresh leaf basil and a drizzle of premium olive oil.

Sicilian Capri Pizza

Broccoli, tomato slices, onion, zucchini.

Sicilian Ray's Meat Pizza

Pepperoni, sausage, and meatballs.

Sicilian San Gennaro Pizza

Sausage, colored peppers, onions.

Sicilian Chicken Parmesan Pizza

Topped with pieces of chicken cutlets.

Sicilian Margerita Pizza

Fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil.

Sicilian Clara's Favorite Pizza

Sliced meatballs, ricotta, fresh basil.

Sicilian Melanzana Pizza

Melanzana is Italian for eggplant.

Sicilian Bianca Pizza

No sauce! Mozzarella, ricotta, romano.

Sicilian Pizza Spinacio

Our Pizza Bianco with spinach & garlic.

Siclian Pizza Grande

Our EVERYTHING pizza! Pepperoni, sausage, meatball, ham, mushroom, onion, black olives, colored peppers, and extra cheese. It’s a real HEAVYWEIGHT!

Sicilian Cheese Pizza

Classic cheese or create your own pizza.

Pizza by the Slice

Neapolitan Pizza Slice

Made with our fresh dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pecorino romano cheese, and oregano.

Gluten-Free Selections

Gluten-Free Grilled Chicken with Broccoli

Grilled chicken breast, sauteed broccoli, olive oil, garlic.

Gluten-Free Pasta with Marinara

Pasta choices may vary.

Gluten-Free Personal Pizza

Cheese pizza made with a gluten-free crust.

Appetizers & Starters

Mozzarella Sticks

Deep fried cheese sticks. Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside. Virtually guaranteed to be a table favorite! Served with a side of marinara sauce.

Fried Zucchini Sticks

Fried Zucchini Sticks

Garlic Knots

Bread, topped with garlic & olive oil or butter, herb seasoning, baked to perfection. Melts in your mouth and arouses the taste buds.

Garlic Bread

Bread, topped with garlic & olive oil or butter, herb seasoning, baked to perfection. Melts in your mouth and arouses the taste buds.

Meatball Parmigiana

Meatball Parmigiana

Pepperoni Ring

Pepperoni Ring

Knot Chos

Six plain knots, melted mozzarella cheese, jalapenos, meatball slices, and diced tomatoes.

Fresh Salads

Garden Salad

Lettuce, arugula, carrots, onion, tomato.

Garden Salad with Chicken Strips

Breaded or grilled chicken strips.

Arugula Salad

Arugula, shaved parmesan, olive oil, lemon.

Caprese Salad

Tomato, fresh mozz, basil, balsamic vinegar.

Side Dishes & Small Plates

Sauteed Broccoli

Broccoli florets sauteed in olive oil and garlic.

Meatballs

In marinara sauce.

Side of Sausage

Two links in marinara sauce.

Side of Pasta with Marinara Sauce

A "smaller" sized portion.

Side of Pasta with Meat Sauce

A "smaller" sized portion.

Side of Pasta with Alfredo Sauce

A "smaller" sized portion.

Side of Marinara Sauce

Side of Marinara Sauce

Side of Alfredo Sauce

Side of Alfredo Sauce

Side of Meat Sauce

Side of Meat Sauce

Basket of French Fries

Our delicious French fries are deep fried 'till golden brown, with a crunchy exterior and a light fluffy interior. Seasoned to perfection!

Calzones & Strombolis

Calzone

Ricotta, mozzarella, & romano cheeses baked inside our pizza dough.

Stromboli

Pepperoni, mozzarella, marinara, baked in our pizza dough.

Sandwiches

Hot Hero Sandwich

Meatball, chicken cutlet, sausage, or eggplant, in a toasted roll w/ marinara & melted mozzarella.

Sausage, Peppers & Onions Hero

Sausage, peppers, & onions in a toasted roll.

Arugula & Chicken Piadina

Breaded. A traditional Italian sandwich served on a folded-over flatbread.

Caprese Piadina

A traditional Italian sandwich served on a folded-over flatbread.

Make Your Own Pasta Dish

Create Your Own Pasta

Served with a small garden salad, bread.

Pasta Dinners

Spaghetti Marinara

Spaghetti with our marinara sauce.

Spaghetti & Meatballs

Marinara & home-made meatballs.

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Spaghetti with garlic and olive oil.

Penne with Broccoli

Sauteed broccoli with penne pasta.

Penne alla Vodka

Penne in a delicious cream sauce.

Cheese Ravioli

Delicious ravioli with our marinara sauce.

Manicotti

Served with marinara and melted mozzarella.

Cavatappi Bolognese

Spiral pasta with meat sauce.

Fettucini Alfredo

A favorite!

Fettucini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken

Fettucini Alfredo with Grilled Chicken

Rigatoni Bella

Rigatoni, sausage, ricotta cheese, marinara.

Chicken Marsala

Grilled chicken breast, sauteed mushrooms, Marsala wine sauce, side of broccoli or linguini.

Chicken Milano

Rotini pasta, roasted red peppers, grilled chicken strips, marinara sauce.

Chicken Arugula

Breaded chicken breasts, fresh arugula, marinara sauce, cavatappi pasta on the side.

Chicken Cacciatore

Grilled chicken pieces, marinara, penne.

Baked Parmigiana Dinners

Chicken Parmigiana with a Side of Spaghetti

Chicken Parmigiana with a Side of Spaghetti

Eggplant Parmigiana with a Side of Spaghetti

Eggplant Parmigiana with a Side of Spaghetti

Meatball Parmigiana with a Side of Spaghetti

Meatball Parmigiana with a Side of Spaghetti

Sausage Parmigiana with a Side of Spaghetti

Sausage Parmigiana with a Side of Spaghetti

Chicken Parmigiana

Without pasta, salad, or bread.

Eggplant Parmigiana

Without pasta, salad, or bread.

Meatball Parmigiana

Without pasta, salad, or bread.

Sausage Parmigiana

Without pasta, salad, or bread.

Desserts

Cups & Cones

Premium ice cream.

Sundaes

Hot fudge, cookies & cream supreme, create-your-own.

Kid's Sundaes

Mousey mick, clown face, build-your-own.

Ice Cream Pie

Made with cookies & cream ice cream.

Chipwich

Ice cream sandwich made with choc chip cookies.

Special Treats

Cannoli

The classic Italian dessert, filled when you order.

Chocolate Cannoli

Cannoli with shell dipped in chocolate.

Brownie

Delicious extra-large brownie.

Cinnamon Knots

Six knots dipped in cinnamon sugar.

Cheesecake

Made with Philadelphia brand cream cheese.

Caffe Affogato

Vanilla ice cream with hot espresso. Yum!

For the Little Ones

Kids Cheese Pizza Slice

Kids Cheese Pizza Slice

Kids Pepperoni Pizza Slice

Kids Pepperoni Pizza Slice

Kids Spaghetti Marinara with Meatballs

Kids Spaghetti Marinara with Meatballs

Kids Chicken Nuggets

Delicious bite-sized chicken tenders.

Kids Mozzarella Sticks

Deep fried cheese sticks. Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside. Virtually guaranteed to be a table favorite! Served with a side of marinara sauce.

Kids Hot Dog

Kids Hot Dog

Shakes, Spritzers & Floats

Milk Shakes

Handmade the old-fashioned way.

Sherbet Spritzers

Orange sherbet, vanilla syrup, seltzer.

Root Beer Float

Hand-scooped ice cream, root beer.

Beverages

Hand-Mixed italian Sodas

Made using sparkling water and naturally flavored syrups.

Acqua Panna

Mineral water imported from Italy.

Limonata

Limonata

Aranciata

Aranciata

San Pellegrino

Sparkling water imported from Italy.

Virgil's Gourmet Sodas

All-natural ingredients. Root beer, vanilla cream.

Fountain Soda

Fountain Soda

Apple Juice

Apple Juice

House-Made Sweet Tea

House-Made Sweet Tea

Milk

Regular, chocolate, or strawberry.

Simply Lemonade

Simply Lemonade

Coffee & Tea

Coffee

Hot coffee, american style, regular or decaf.

Hot Tea

Traditional hot tea.

Espresso Drinks

Espresso

A "single shot" of premium Italian coffee.

Espresso Doppio

A "double shot".

Cappuccino

Fresh espresso, steamed milk, foamed milk.

Latte Macchiato

Similar to cappuccino, but with more milk.

Caffe Affogato

Hot espresso poured over vanilla ice cream, whipped cream.

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