Sept. 17. Lovers of Mama Ricotta’s, the longtime Italian-American restaurant in Charlotte, will be dancing the tarantella at this week’s restaurant news.

Little Mama’s, an offshoot from restaurateur Frank Scibelli, is headed to the space formerly occupied by G.O.A.T. Pizza in Cornelius.

The menu will feature scratch-made pastas, fresh made-to-order mozzarella, brick oven pizzas and many Mama Ricotta’s favorites such as the penne alla vodka, lasagna and giant meatballs. One big defining feature of Little Mama’s – most menu items are available in two different sizes and price points.

Scheduled to open early next year after renovations, the 4,300-square-foot space will include a dining room, bar and sunroom, with seating for 140 guests. Owners say the design is “for everything from family gatherings and date nights to celebrations with friends.”

“Little Mama’s is a heartfelt project for me, built on the simple yet delicious flavors of my childhood in New England,” Scibelli, founder of FS Food Group, said in a statement. “These are the foods I grew up with and love to share—classic Italian-American dishes, made from scratch and served with genuine hospitality. We’re excited to bring that tradition to Cornelius and Lake Norman.”

Little Mama’s also has locations in SouthPark and Rea Farms. A restaurant spokesperson said the menu will be similar to the Rea Road location.