50 Best Italian Restaurants near Lake Dallas

“Great small place with a big personality inside! Some arcade cabinets including TMNT and T2 judgement day for paying customers. Calzones are great with really good toppings to choose from. Not ideal to dine in but shouldn't stop you from ordering and checking out the nice collection of video games inside!“

“Oscar was a fantastic server and very knowledgeable about the history of the owner, restaurant and food! This was THE BEST pizza we have ever had! We loved the atmosphere and 59s/60s music. When we come back to the Dallas area we will definitely come here again!“

“We loved eating at Picone last night. The food is wonderful. The ambiance is like being with family. Thank you. We can’t wait to come back .“

“The best Italian in Texas! I’m highly impressed with the food, presentation, and staff. You must try everything by becoming a regular here. Great for family dinner, date night, or a business dinner.“

“Excellent service. Catered an event for me and could not have been more pleased. Food was delicious and plentiful. You cannot go wrong using this restaurant.“

“The Best Italian Dining Experience in Denton! Osteria il Muro is an absolute gem! From the moment we walk in, James, the manager, greets us with genuine warmth and excitement, making us feel like long‑lost friends every time. Elsa is an absolute treasure — she treats us like family and delivers the best service we’ve ever had. And the chef? An absolute artist! Every dish is a masterpiece, from the delicate scallop crudo to the savory tri‑tip special, and the desserts… I’m not exaggerating when I say they make me want to cry — they’re that delicious. We never want to leave this magical place. A true five‑star experience from start to finish!“

“first time ordering and I must say the Chicken Marsala was the best I've had in a long time. So glad I found this place.“

“MY wife and daughter's, son, son in law's and grandchildren (11) of us had lunch there today. Louis who took our reservation and had our table ready when we walked in was awesome. He took care of us too. The food was excellent, portions large , and service great. Would recommend for any family dining experience or couples who want to try. The prices were reasonable too. Plus it's BYOB. Happy Thanksgiving to all!“

“I spent my Birthday here and it was amazing! The food was delicious the service was great and the atmosphere was amazing. Highly recommend“

“Our food was exceptionally delicious tonight!!! Definitely recommend“

“Best Pizza in town. Their crust is perfection in taste and the way it's baked. All the ingredients are fresh and good quality.“

“This Italian place is a game-changer. I've tried many others, but this one stands out from the crowd. Authentic flavors, perfectly cooked pasta, and warm service. It's a must-visit for Italian food lovers!“

“From appetizers to desserts, Parma's exceeded all our expectations! Our entire party enjoyed the appetizers, the variety of delicious dishes! Their wings and calamari was a crowd-pleaser! Their portions are plentiful. I hosted my son's graduation dinner there. The staff at Parma's went above and beyond to make our experience memorable, with exceptional service that made us feel truly welcomed. The ambiance and food received high praise from all attendees, making Parma's a highly recommended dining destination.“

“So yummy and affordable! Great date night or family dinner!“

“Their food is fantastic and the staff is exceptional!! This is one of our favorite restaurants!!“

“Been eating here since 1998. Easily the best around. Chicken Alfornos is delicious as is the Lobster Ravioli!“

“Very good food. Pesto margarita Pizza and Spaghetti with garlic And olive oil. Delicious!“

“Excellent service.i couldn't have picked a better place for my family to celebrate. We were a party of 16 and Abby handled it with grace and care. Everything was perfect and we were not rushed at all. Highly recommended!!
So whether you have your entire family with you or just a date, this is a sure bet!“

“Had a to go order. The chicken and gnocchi soup had no chicken or gnocchi and it was juicy broth and some veggies. I understand if it’s the end of the batch. But don’t serve that to someone who’s paying for it please. I also feel like they don’t give enough dressing per the amount of lettuce they give you since it’s prepackaged I get it. The food Alo’s did come cold. And it was a $6 drive back to the house in a sealed container in a closed bag. Maybe ordering to go just isn’t the best option.

Vegetarian options: So vegetarian options available

Kid-friendliness: Yes of course- very family friendly!

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes it is wheelchair accessible. Tested it myself!“

“Best Italian food in Denton!! Owner cares about the food he is serving!“

“Recently I had a surprise birthday party for my wife Mary. Owners Mike his wife Ruby son Bes and daughter-in-law Red made the occasion truly a night to remember! They have a beautiful private room in the back of the restaurant and all the food that was prepared was excellent! The Service was first rate. They were very accommodating in letting my friends and Family decorate for the party. The bartender is a fine young man named Steven who is so respectful and helpful, a true asset to the establishment! My wife and I dine at Genti's often and have tried many different dishes and never disappointed! This is a true gem in the area and would highly recommend whether having a wonderful Dinner in the restaurant, having a party or ordering take out. You will truly enjoy!!“

“First time visiting and can’t wait to come back. Everything was amazing and service was top notch! Very impressed!“

“My co-workers and myself love going here for lunch to get a few pies every week or two. The food is amazing, the atmosphere is mom and pop and they are so friendly! I highly recommend them for dinner or lunch! Support local!“

“Great food, hearty portions, friendly service. I will be back again and again!“

“Delicious food and friendly service!“

“Our server Bri provided us the BEST service. I am a server myself and I was just really taken aback by how great she took care of us! Food was out hot and fresh, she checked in on us, was super kind and respectful!! The food was also really amazing :)“

“The outer seating area has nice ambiance. The food is decent. Our server, Claire, was awesome!“

“Great food great staff very friendly“

“meet the sweet lady LINA . good service ..friendly atmosphere.. good food ... definitely going back again.“

“So delicious, best Italian bread, we ordered online and it was fast, bread with cheese was the best, we also get a free canoli for ordering online, spicy pasta was so delicious. Very affordable italian food, i hope the prices stay this way. Favorite one so far. Best tiramisu in Dallas.“

“Best meatball sub anywhere. Layla is awesome upfront also!!“

“Phenomenally original and homemade the Italian way!!! They never disappoint. Great hidden gem!“

“Friendly staff will keep you coming back“

“we were down visiting family for the weekend and decided to try Enzos for the first time (11-9-24) The pizza was absolutely AMAZING, the wife loved it, even our 4yr old said it was "solid.. 10 out of 10 delicious!!" Lol we will definitely be back every time we return down here!“

“I have to brag about this place I ordered here first time and have to say I am definitely hooked!!!! You have found a long time customer!!! Thanks for yummy and great service!!!!!!“

“love the CALZONE...................................“

“Being from Chicago, I've struggled to find good pizza since moving here in 2021. When I walked passed this place and saw authentic Chicago pizza, I was skeptical. I walked in and based on the smell alone, I decided to give it a try. I was not disappointed! The pizza was absolutely delicious! I was so happy.

My only issue is that the sauce contains chunks of tomatoes (I don't like tomatoes). Next time (and there will be a next time), if I can't get less tomatoes, then I'll probably pick out as many as I can by hand. Still a great 🍕!“

“Ordered for 6 everyone loved their food except me. My eggplant parm was like rubber. Maybe it was old? Aside from the eggplant texture the flavors of the dish were good. I tasted a bit of everyone else's and it was also fine.“

“Joe's is the closest to New York Pizza as well as their pasta dishes. i visit Joe's every time I am in Texas“

“I live in the area and was craving some good fajita beef tacos. This place did not dissapoint! The meat was so flavorful and the tortillas made from scratch are great. Being from Phoenix, AZ i know a good taco place when i see it. This place is very good, and apparently their menudo is amazing, will try next time!“

“Delicious pizza!! So glad we found this place in our neighborhood!!“

“The lively Crew at this Marcos are " The Quintessential Team of All the pizzerias of Marcos."They Create an Work of Art..Generous portions well spread for exact Gastronomic ExperienceBEYAWESOM!!!BEYOND Awesome "Thank you ladies and Gentlemen!!

Vegetarian options: Your Choice "

Dietary restrictions: Your welcome

Parking: You Decide

Kid-friendliness: Great 5 Star

Wheelchair accessibility: You decide“

“One if the best Pizzas I've had. that Crispy Cheesy Edge it unlike anything ive had before! This place is gonna make me fat for sure cuz its so good you want to keep tasting it! its a must have. omm!“

“Grimaldi's got its start in Brooklyn before spreading out around the country, including a handful of branches around Dallas. We recently dined at their this place at The Shops in Highland Village. This branch offers a large indoor seating area as well as a bar and is open from 11am until 10 or 11pm daily. They have a fairly typical menu of starter salads along with their signature thin-crust, coal-fired brick over pizzas which we found to be generally good during on the evening. Shared a couple of different varieties with custom topping choices, one of the pizzas crust was perfect, the other fairly soggy but overall it tasted good. Salad served up with our meal was similarly decent, nothing amazing nor bad - just decent salad. We thought the large pizzas made for good family-friendly and casual meal out with friends.“

“Food was amazing, absolutely love the bread sticks 😍😍, employees were nice & helpful, my order was ready when we walked in & my son & I sat to eat before heading to a movie. The bathroom was gross & being just before 12pm, there wasn't enough time for the trash to be full & everything needing to be wiped down in the hr they had been open, so it obviously wasn't cleaned the night before. Otherwise it was great, will go again.“

“I been coming to Joe's Pizza for a while now for they're delicious lemon pepper wings. Everytime I visit Joe's the food is always consistently good and the service is always top notch!! You can tell the owner puts a lot into service and quality tasting food. I don't always leave reviews unless absolutely deserving and this place is definitely deserving.“

“If your looking for a twist on pizza than this is the place. Unique version of pizza was incredibly delicious. Non spicy version including kids menu she spicy version. You can taste how fresh the toppings are, perfectly cooked with a crunchy bottom crust. Highly recommended! Only catch is the price is high but worth a try to surprise your taste buds. Will definitely go back and bring everyone I know.“

“The example of true dedication!!! I'm tremendously impressed with this location, Jenn & Shane are ROCKSTARS! They were the only place open for food during this crazy ice storm... Not sure who owns this location, but they need to be praised/commended for their hard work.. Working with a broken finger, Jenn I hope you get some rest and relief this evening. God bless 💖🙏🏾“

“Great food and the owners are amazing 🤩“