Everything was phenomenal. The only hiccup was the rabbit pasta dish was a little undercooked, and when we mentioned it to our waiter, he immediately got it checked and the chef recooked the dish. It was even taken off our bill which was very kind. Every dish was delicious and love that the menu changes! I wish we were closer so I could come more often. It’s about an hour drive from where I am, but wow was it worth it!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David K
Great food. Hard to get reservations. Great place for a date night. Pasta was fresh and al dente.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Savannah Kurka
This place is such a gem. Thoughtful dishes, kind staff, and a cozy atmosphere. I have a dairy allergy, and they went above and beyond to make sure the menu was clear for me on what would work well for my needs. Such a great experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Sallee
This is what dining SHOULD be everywhere. Everything here has been delicious.
Hayden Behner
Lucky to be a repeat guest. Chefs menu continues to amaze and impress every time. Seasonal, hand crafted pasta shapes you’ve never seen, and entrees you’ll want to share and order another to take home. Never would I think a duck liver pate would be my favorite appetizer but glad to be proved wrong. Ben our server, lovely and knowledgeable as always. I have dubbed him the Sinatra of italian food with his sultry and clear descriptions of the menu. Trust him, and other servers on the wines. Italy grows 5000 different grapes. Tell them what you lean towards enjoying and they’ll guide. When dining here I would suggest to let the staff lead you, there are very few places like this that exist. You wont recognize half of the words on the menu and that’s okay. They take good care of making a meticulously crafted menu that will fit all palates and hearts.
Sit, drink, be merry and tip your server. Cin Cin.
The dining room is a little small, but the food is always delicious
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese Pasta, Fried Squash Blossoms
Alyssa Hemingway
Incredible food that is definitely worth the hassle of getting a reservation!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roberta Edwards
Kid-friendliness: Would not bring children
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese Pasta
Hailey Doyle
Amazing experience all around! Our server Lauren made it the best anniversary dinner we’ve had so far!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natalie Tucker
Absolutely delicious food and great selection of wine. We loved how personable and knowledgeable our waitress, Victoria, was. She explained the menu and recommended her favorites, which were all really great. We can't wait to come back and try more dishes! If you're able to get a reservation, do it!!!!
The menu changes daily, but we got the focaccia bread, warm olives, cheese-stuffed peppadew peppers, and salami board to start, risotto and lamb dishes as mains, and the vanilla cake for dessert. Delish!
My wife and I discovered Osteria il Muro earlier this year and have been eager to secure a reservation ever since. I was relieved when they announced they would be releasing daily slots for the subsequent upcoming month, but I often forgot to check or was too busy with work to get to the page in time. By sheer luck last night, I opened the page and found am open slot due to a cancellation. Without hesitation, I booked it, and we were on our way 15 minutes later.
Everything was spectacular. While I can be skeptical of overwhelmingly positive reviews, the fact that Osteria il Muro stays fully booked is a testament to just how good it is.
We started with the focaccia bread, which could have been a meal on its own. It was soft and fluffy with a perfectly crisp shell. The cultured butter, topped with fresh salt, harmonized beautifully. We also tried the fried squash blossoms, which are often mentioned in reviews—and for good reason. I had never experienced a dish quite like this. The presentation was appealing, but the flavor surpassed even that.
For our entrees, we had the ricotta gnocchi and the tagliatelle al ragu. Both were exceptional. The gnocchi, made with ricotta and flour instead of potato, was extra fluffy, light, and soft. The sauce was decadent, with guanciale, and chili crisps adding just the right amount of heat without being overpowering. The tagliatelle was clearly homemade, with a rich and deeply flavorful sauce. Both portions were generous, but I would have gladly eaten more.
We wrapped up our evening by sharing the torta della nonna for dessert. We debated between that and the bombolini but chose the torta for its lighter, refreshing lemon notes—a perfect punctuation to our meal.
I will gladly keep refreshing the reservation page to ensure we have the chance to dine here again in the future!
Parking: There seem to be an appropriate number of parking spaces for the size of the restaurant.
Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap parking spaces available as well as a ramp to the restaurant entrance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sourdough Focaccia with Cultured Butter
Mason Gill
Anyone who appreciates farm to table dining, authentic Italian flavor, seasonal dishes, and an intimate dining experience, Osteria il muro is Denton’s #1 choice. Maybe even all of Texas. Ben, our server, was knowledgeable, professional and courteous. There aren’t enough words to describe how incredible Osteria il muro truly is. As someone who has family that is first generation Italian/American, and visited multiple places in Europe, Chef Scott Girling is giving Denton something truly special. If you haven’t had the opportunity to dine with Osteria il muro, make a reservation and prepare for one of the best dining experiences you’ve ever had. Thank you chef and thank you to the Osteria il muro team for such a memorable experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chocolate Budino, Fried, Chicken Liver Mousse, Chocolate Pudding, Heirloom Wheat Sourdough Focaccia Cultured Butter, Heirloom Wheat Sourdough Focaccia Bread, Key Lime Pie, Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese Pasta, Arancini, Red Drum with Herbs and Roasted Veggie Couscous, Grana Padano, Sourdough Focaccia with Cultured Butter, Ricotta Gnocchi, Fried Squash Blossoms, Heirloom Wheat Focaccia, Gnocchi, Tortelli, Veal with Pasta, Tempura
Dominic Micheli
Great experience. Highly recommend the bread, gnocchi, and espresso.
Really cool atmosphere, great people, and great service.
Worth the drive out to Denton for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi
Joe Nava
Everything was awesome The food was perfect and our server was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chyna Thomas
The service itself was excellent, food was good! I’m still dreaming of that bread and butter!!!! best thing on the menu. We did have to wait a bit to be sat, but regardless would recommend going at least once for a cool experience!
Everything was phenomenal. The only hiccup was the rabbit pasta dish was a little undercooked, and when we mentioned it to our waiter, he immediately got it checked and the chef recooked the dish. It was even taken off our bill which was very kind. Every dish was delicious and love that the menu changes! I wish we were closer so I could come more often. It’s about an hour drive from where I am, but wow was it worth it!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food. Hard to get reservations. Great place for a date night. Pasta was fresh and al dente.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is such a gem. Thoughtful dishes, kind staff, and a cozy atmosphere. I have a dairy allergy, and they went above and beyond to make sure the menu was clear for me on what would work well for my needs. Such a great experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is what dining SHOULD be everywhere. Everything here has been delicious.
Lucky to be a repeat guest. Chefs menu continues to amaze and impress every time. Seasonal, hand crafted pasta shapes you’ve never seen, and entrees you’ll want to share and order another to take home. Never would I think a duck liver pate would be my favorite appetizer but glad to be proved wrong. Ben our server, lovely and knowledgeable as always. I have dubbed him the Sinatra of italian food with his sultry and clear descriptions of the menu. Trust him, and other servers on the wines. Italy grows 5000 different grapes. Tell them what you lean towards enjoying and they’ll guide. When dining here I would suggest to let the staff lead you, there are very few places like this that exist. You wont recognize half of the words on the menu and that’s okay. They take good care of making a meticulously crafted menu that will fit all palates and hearts.
Sit, drink, be merry and tip your server.
Cin Cin.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lamb Shank, Chicken Liver Mousse, Heirloom Wheat Sourdough Focaccia Bread, Fried Squash Blossoms
The dining room is a little small, but the food is always delicious
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese Pasta, Fried Squash Blossoms
Incredible food that is definitely worth the hassle of getting a reservation!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kid-friendliness: Would not bring children
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese Pasta
Amazing experience all around! Our server Lauren made it the best anniversary dinner we’ve had so far!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely delicious food and great selection of wine. We loved how personable and knowledgeable our waitress, Victoria, was. She explained the menu and recommended her favorites, which were all really great. We can't wait to come back and try more dishes! If you're able to get a reservation, do it!!!!
The menu changes daily, but we got the focaccia bread, warm olives, cheese-stuffed peppadew peppers, and salami board to start, risotto and lamb dishes as mains, and the vanilla cake for dessert. Delish!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
My wife and I discovered Osteria il Muro earlier this year and have been eager to secure a reservation ever since. I was relieved when they announced they would be releasing daily slots for the subsequent upcoming month, but I often forgot to check or was too busy with work to get to the page in time. By sheer luck last night, I opened the page and found am open slot due to a cancellation. Without hesitation, I booked it, and we were on our way 15 minutes later.
Everything was spectacular. While I can be skeptical of overwhelmingly positive reviews, the fact that Osteria il Muro stays fully booked is a testament to just how good it is.
We started with the focaccia bread, which could have been a meal on its own. It was soft and fluffy with a perfectly crisp shell. The cultured butter, topped with fresh salt, harmonized beautifully. We also tried the fried squash blossoms, which are often mentioned in reviews—and for good reason. I had never experienced a dish quite like this. The presentation was appealing, but the flavor surpassed even that.
For our entrees, we had the ricotta gnocchi and the tagliatelle al ragu. Both were exceptional. The gnocchi, made with ricotta and flour instead of potato, was extra fluffy, light, and soft. The sauce was decadent, with guanciale, and chili crisps adding just the right amount of heat without being overpowering. The tagliatelle was clearly homemade, with a rich and deeply flavorful sauce. Both portions were generous, but I would have gladly eaten more.
We wrapped up our evening by sharing the torta della nonna for dessert. We debated between that and the bombolini but chose the torta for its lighter, refreshing lemon notes—a perfect punctuation to our meal.
I will gladly keep refreshing the reservation page to ensure we have the chance to dine here again in the future!
Parking: There seem to be an appropriate number of parking spaces for the size of the restaurant.
Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap parking spaces available as well as a ramp to the restaurant entrance.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sourdough Focaccia with Cultured Butter
Anyone who appreciates farm to table dining, authentic Italian flavor, seasonal dishes, and an intimate dining experience, Osteria il muro is Denton’s #1 choice. Maybe even all of Texas.
Ben, our server, was knowledgeable, professional and courteous.
There aren’t enough words to describe how incredible Osteria il muro truly is. As someone who has family that is first generation Italian/American, and visited multiple places in Europe, Chef Scott Girling is giving Denton something truly special.
If you haven’t had the opportunity to dine with Osteria il muro, make a reservation and prepare for one of the best dining experiences you’ve ever had.
Thank you chef and thank you to the Osteria il muro team for such a memorable experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chocolate Budino, Fried, Chicken Liver Mousse, Chocolate Pudding, Heirloom Wheat Sourdough Focaccia Cultured Butter, Heirloom Wheat Sourdough Focaccia Bread, Key Lime Pie, Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese Pasta, Arancini, Red Drum with Herbs and Roasted Veggie Couscous, Grana Padano, Sourdough Focaccia with Cultured Butter, Ricotta Gnocchi, Fried Squash Blossoms, Heirloom Wheat Focaccia, Gnocchi, Tortelli, Veal with Pasta, Tempura
Great experience. Highly recommend the bread, gnocchi, and espresso.
Really cool atmosphere, great people, and great service.
Worth the drive out to Denton for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi
Everything was awesome The food was perfect and our server was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service itself was excellent, food was good! I’m still dreaming of that bread and butter!!!! best thing on the menu. We did have to wait a bit to be sat, but regardless would recommend going at least once for a cool experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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