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!“

“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!“

“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 .“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Classic Italian cuisine with homemade recipes. Great food and great service.“

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

“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“

“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!“

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

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

“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!!“

“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.“

“Thank you, Aaron and Gary, for the wonderful catering you provided for my son’s wedding.
Everything was just as delicious, fresh, and high‑quality as what you serve in your dining room. Our guests raved about the food, and we couldn’t have been happier with how beautifully everything turned out. You helped make the day truly special!“

“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!“

“We celebrated our anniversary last night at Graffiti Pasta. It was our first but definitely not our last dining experience there. From the moment we walked in the door to a very packed restaurant to the moment we left we were acknowledged & taken care of. Faith was our waitress & let me tell you, I have NEVER had a more amazing server. She knew so many things about the menu, was able to offer suggestions without being pushy, she was simply friendly, & just overall such a cool person. I would honestly come back just to see her. The meatball appetizer was our favorite part of the meal followed by the salad.“

“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!“

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

“We ate last night at Amore Restaurant in The Colony and the food was excellent. Also listened to special music entertainment by Shafer Wilkerson who was fantastic and very talented. Will definitely be back for the food, great staff and any entertainment they have in the future. Highly recommend this restaurant. August 26, 2025 D. Rollin“

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

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

“Delicious food and friendly service!“

“So appreciative for the support of the entire team of Palio’s Cafe -Highland Village. Their staff members were helpful and knowledgeable when planning and placing a large order to be fulfilled and ready for pickup at a specific time for our Highland Village Police Auxiliary Officers. They sure hit the mark. Thank you again for the your amazing staff, excellent service and wonderful fresh pizza. 🍕❤️“

“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 :)“

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

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

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

“Friendly staff will keep you coming back“

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

“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!“

“Great food great staff very friendly“

“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...................................“

“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“

“This is just great pizza. Over the years I've stumbled across great pizza places before, and I've been looking for it for the last several years. This place was suggested to me, and wow they were right. It checks all the boxes for great pizza and is worth the drive for me.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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 💖🙏🏾“

“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.“

“Terrible food. They are a disappointment to Chicago pizza and the franchise. Poor ownership and management. I've reached out to not only the owners, but Rosati's corporate as well and both failed to address my concerns and complaints adequately. The pizza literally looks like it was pulled form the garbage and repurposed.“

“Great food and the owners are amazing 🤩“

“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.“