Papa Dante's Italian Restaurant
$ • Italian, Pizza, Vegetarian
Hours:
8607 FM1976, Converse
(210) 658-5261
About Papa Dante's Italian Restaurant
Customers' Favorites
Recent Reviews
First time visiting... decided to grab the spaghetti dinner, a cold sub & cheesecake (to go)! Everything was DELICIOUS!!! So grateful to have spotted this GEM! Definitely returning to a new favorite spot!
love that sinatra was playin the hole time, it felt like i was dining in chicago. the ordering process if different and if u dont know it can be confusing other than that great place
I have been wanting to go to this restaurant for over two years I finally stopped the food was phenomenal.
Ratings
Menu
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 6PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 6PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 6PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 6PM |
| Saturday | 2 - 6PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Papa Dante's Italian Restaurant is a neighborhood spot with a convenient location and a lot of personality. This family-owned restaurant offers a variety of dishes, including the fantastic small lasagna made with freshly made noodles, ricotta, and sauce. The chicken fettuccine alfredo is also wonderful, and the garlic bread pairs well with the meals. Customers enjoy the large serving sizes and tasty food at reasonable prices. The atmosphere features nostalgic photos of Hollywood actors like Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, and John Wayne, creating a cool vibe, though some might find it a bit stuffy. The restaurant recently changed its hours, now closing at 6 pm, which many feel is too early. Upon arrival, diners order and pay at the counter before finding a table, a process that can feel rushed, especially for first-time visitors. The dessert selection is impressive, with options such as tiramisu, Boston Kreme pie, ding dong cake, key lime pie, chocolate cream pie, German chocolate cake, and pumpkin cheesecake. Many customers praise the friendly service and delicious items like pepperoni bread, which is buttery, and fried ravioli, crispy and cheesy. Some customers note that larger plates and vegetables inside dishes instead of on the side would improve the experience, and appreciate the military discount offered. Overall, Papa Dante’s remains a popular spot for Italian food, offering large portions and a nostalgic vibe.