50 Best Italian Restaurants near Watauga

“The food was great! The dinner rolls before the meal were AMAZING!! It’s a cute little restaurant that is very reasonably priced. I HIGHLY recommend!!“

“I have to give a shout out to Acquario Italian Seafood!! This is now the second time I have eaten there, and everything I have ordered both times was PHENOMENAL!! Tastes amazing and each dish is a work of art. Definitely our new fave!!!“

“food is great need to be a lil quicker with service manager gave me a wrong pocket pay better attention being some people cannot have certain foods smh had peppers and I bite into it not to happy the guy who use to run alliance was the best Manager they could have“

“Mulino is one of my favorite local restaurants. The food is very good and the prices are quite reasonable. One of the things I like best is the service. All of the staff is friendly and professional. But I would single out Tony as the best waiter working there and is my favorite waiter anywhere. He is friendly, knowledgeable and does an outstanding job. He has a winning personality, and makes the customer feel welcome and the overall experience is enhanced because of his attention to every detail. He is a real asset to the restaurant!“

“My gang is from NJ, we were looking for decent Italian food (of course!) never imagined this amazing place! Food was perfect, server Jeremy a sweetheart! Oscar, thank you for the free drinks and hanging out with us! Texas is blessed to have this little gem of a place!“

“Everything we ordered was fantastic. The gnocchi with pesto, pizza, ravioli- all wonderful.“

“I cant say enough good this about Joes Pizza and pasta. They know my order and are the give some of the best service in the area.

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GO Lions ...Superbowl bound!!!“

“Three of us friends arrived at the restaurant and sat on the patio due to the fact that it was a lovely evening. The wait staff came out and brought us our food and I believe at one point the manager also came out and greeted us. We had some very typical dishes, spaghetti, garlic bread, and my friend had another Italian dish. One friend had wine and two of us had a mixed drink. Our bill came out and it was quite expensive. So we talked about how we did not feel like the price matched the quality or the taste of the food/drinks. I do hope that this local restaurant will make it. I do love supporting a local restaurants. But I was not wowed by the quality or the taste of our Italian food. I hope somebody else has a better experience otherwise. The wait staff was lovely. The environment was lovely and the effort is beautiful.“

“Tried this place once and looking forward to going again! They have so many food and dessert options. I enjoyed my chilaquiles and bread pudding.“

“We were really hoping this would be great as it is relatively close to us. We thought it was decent and that’s about it. Very friendly staff and clean dining room for sure. Average to good pizza. Wings were big and meaty, Buffalo sauce was rather plain.“

“Food was amazing! Huge portions and great service! Will definitely be back!“

“Carrabba's Hurst I want to thank you for the spectacular lunch you provided me at my mother on my birthday October 24th this afternoon!! our waiter with the white beard and the Georgio Armani slick back was the greatest waiter I've ever had the pleasure of having serve me .this guy this was kind ,the food was right the blood red Margarita was on point!! love you guys“

“pasta sampler and the calzones are amazing.“

“Im gluten intolerant, they have so many options its crazy, plus gluten free desserts. From the atmosphere to the friendly service to the incredible food, to the prices. You can not go wrong. If you haven't heard of this restaurant you need to go. IT'S FANTASTIC“

“If you live in tarrant county and haven’t been to La Bistro, then you’re missing out! Best food! Best service! There’s not a better atmosphere for a date! Get here!“

“Incredible food and service!“

“I used to come here all the time when I lived in the area, and stopping by one last time reminded me why I loved this place so much. The food is always delicious, but what really sets this spot apart is the way they treat their customers. During my final visit, one of employees did something kind and thoughtful that really made my day, it reminded me that they truly appreciate the people who walk through their doors. You can tell they care, and that kind of hospitality makes all the difference. Can’t recommend them enough! The fried ravioli is amazing!“

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“Delicious pizza! Most like NY-style than anywhere else in the DFW area.“

“Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent atmosphere. 11 stars.“

“From the moment Mitch, decked out in a stunning white wedding dress complete with a lacy veil and a bouquet of fresh flowers, walked through the doors of Italianni's restaurant, it was clear this was going to be a lunch unlike any other. The cause of this unusual attire? A lost Super Bowl bet that led to a good-natured yet highly embarrassing promise: to enjoy lunch with his dad while dressed as a radiant bride. Mitch a bearded man in a wedding dress due to a lost bet is humiliated in public. Despite the awkward situation, the staff at Italianni's played along beautifully, adding to the fun and light-hearted spirit of the day. Mitch, although blushing and sheepish in his bridal gown, was an excellent sport, embodying the saying that a bet is a bet, with all the grace and humor one could muster. Yet, even as Mitch sat there in his grandiose gown, the real star of the show was the food. Italianni's delivered a culinary experience that made even a man in a wedding dress forget about his blush-worthy predicament. The flavors of Italy sang through in every bite, from the rich and creamy pasta to the perfectly seasoned entrees that made our taste buds dance with joy. In the end, the lunch at Italianni's was not just a meal; it was an unforgettable experience. It was a reminder that sometimes, life's most embarrassing moments can turn into precious memories, especially when shared with family and surrounded by the warmth of great food and service. Italianni's didn't just serve lunch; they created a space where Mitch could fulfill his bet with dignity and laughter, and for that, they deserve nothing less than five stars. Whether you're in a wedding dress, a suit, or casual wear, Italianni's is the place to be for an exquisite Italian feast and a welcoming atmosphere that can turn any lunch into a celebration“

“It’s the best. Just great food and atmosphere. Been going to Piola for years.“

“Authentic Italian food. Great sized portions and service was the cherry on top! It was my husband’s birthday and he got a delicious free canolli. It’s also BYOB so you can bring your favorite wine to pair with the food… I mean, what else can you ask for?!
We ordered an appetizer, a huge Sicilian deep dish pizza and a baked entree all for 60$… we had to take most of the pizza home and it will feed us for at least 2 more dinners.
Come hungry and ready to be transported to Italy 🎶“

“I visited Saturday and have been thinking about it ever since. I could write about 5 paragraphs on how much I enjoyed my experience.
Tips: Cash only* There's only about 4 tables inside, but the covered patio was quite pleasant on a 98° afternoon* bring wine, they will charge you $3 for a wine glass and they provide a corkscrew“

“I belong to a networking group that meets Thursdays at 7pm. A few will get a pizza, eat a piece. and eat the rest over the next few days. I love the greek salad. He has a full bar as well for events.“

“Great food for the whole family!“

“Honestly, we loved eating at Joe's until last month. We ate there very frequently but all the sudden one of the waiters decided to start making a big deal over my 76 year old mother ordering off the kids menu since they don't have a senior menu, and for my 2 kids ordering off the kids menu. They're 12 & 13. The age was no where on their menus or website. After they started to make a problem out of it we pointed out that nowhere was an age listed on anything so they wrote it on marker on their menus. Strange hill to choose to battle on, that you'd rather give up customers that ate there 1-2 times a week over the ages on kids meals. It's kind of ridiculous. Ive never seen a restaurant care. Either way, that was it for us. The kids were really upset. They loved going there.“

“da best! armends is da best!“

“We absolutely love their pizza!!! I had the manicotti last visit and it was delicious as well. I feel if they spruced the place up/ updated it, they would hit a home run! Just my opinion of course. We will continue to frequent Bellissimo’s. Yummy.“

“Our daughters recommended we celebrate our anniversary here. We had an amazing experience! Everything was superb. The entire staff was very friendly. Our waiter Caleb went above and beyond! The manager Cathryn, chefs Landon and Frankie made sure they added a special touch to our anniversary dinner. The food is bursting with flavor. The appetizers are so delicious I couldn't stop craving more. The Tiramsu was a perfect bow to a wonderful presentation. We will be returning soon to try the Charcuterie Board. Note: I usually don't crave Italian food. The prices are very reasonable.“

“Harrison was exceptional!! Thanks for a wonderful lunch!!“

“My family and I ate here for a special graduation event and I cannot say enough great things about this restaurant! Family friendly, great food, and soooo personable! They don’t make you feel like a herd of cattle getting you in and out fast. They truly really care about your experience while you are eating. Very attentive to fill your drink cups, and replenish rolls. We never go out to eat and live down in Alvarado and my husband said he would definately drive up to eat there again. And he is half Italian that comes from a family that is pretty picky when it comes to Italian food. Great experience and I highly recommend it! 5 stars!“

“A hidden gem!! The food is amazing!!!“

“My wife and I decided to try this place out! They make their own bread in house, the Philly cheesesteak is full of flavor and the ingredients with the bread compliment each other very well! One of the best I’ve had! Highly recommend! Side note: to the people who have scored this establishment very low...shame for not using common sense! The place is new the previous establishment Which was a pizza place moved out Phillys took over and if you get lost it’s your own fault if you don’t look at the street number which is clearly on the door!“

“Thank you Joe’s, for taking our parties at Premier Martial Arts today to the next level with your pizza!!! We love being your neighbors… best pizza in Southlake, hands down!!!🙌“

“Moni's pizza is the very best in town. I ordered my pizza through the Slice App and they messed up my order. When I got home with my pizza and realized that it wasn't what I ordered, I contacted them and they we so nice about it and did everything to correct the problem. They went over and beyond to fix the situation to my satisfaction. I will never use the Slice App again because they only credited 30%of my money back. They made sure they kept their portion. I just sliced the Slice App from my phone. I will never order pizza from anywhere else except Moni's. Staff are wonderful and the Pizzas are delicious!“

“I normally don’t leave reviews for chain restaurants, but Kourtland S. absolutely deserves recognition. Her service was beyond great—attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. She truly made this Olive Garden experience stand out and incredibly enjoyable. Thanks to her, we’ll definitely be back. Great job, Kourtland!“

“Great place to meet with my clients!!!“

“Ohh my YUM! We’re from Missouri & came down for the Cotton Bowl (MIZ-ZOU!!!!) and happened to drive by this place. We had garlic cheese bread, spaghetti, pizza, and spaghetti with meatballs. Let me just say, if this place would freeze and ship us food, we would absolutely order it! Do yourself (and your belly) a FULL favor & stop in! Tell Adam we said hi & are already planning our next trip to Texas & making sure Joe’s Pizza & Pasta is our first stop!!!“

“Good place! The staff is very pleasant & helpful!“

“Ordered lasagna and cannoli here for the first time ever! Loved it! Will be back again soon!“

“We have been here many times and usually go for my birthday. It’s the place I always pick. It never disappoints. It’s a small restaurant that doesn’t care about mass producing food to serve high volumes of customers. Everything is extremely fresh and is prepared by the order. Yes, it’s more than all the bad chain restaurants, but you get what you pay for. I’ve had the quail, Buffalo mozzarella, and Italian sausage appetizers. They are all so good it’s hard to choose. I’ve had fish, multiple Buffalo cuts, the filet, ribeye, bone in ribeye, etc. it’s all amazing. Can’t wait to go back.“

“muy buena comida y servicio, gracias por sus atenciones, buky y luky , volveremos pronto con toda la familia, felicidades!!!!“

“The food was great. Even tho we got soup and salad. Our drinks were made right and the food was served at a timely manner. Sergio the manager was present during the visit showing the do want to make your stay welcoming. We sure are spending more lunches here at this location“

“Loved the Family Feel Great Food and Great Location!!!!! We Loved Every Bit of Our Experience!!!! Thank You Picchi Pacchi“

“Highly recommend! We have eaten here since 1984 when they first began. It is family owned and operated. They have low carb choices as well as the classic dishes. If you don’t see it on the menu, just ask since everything is fresh prepared they can probably do it! If you prefer veggies for the pasta they easily accommodate that! Love the flexibility of ordering. Love the wait staff that knows our favorite booth! Ask for Shezar to wait on you. He is the best!“

“Vi is the best chef, hands down. Fresh ingredients and she is devoted to her craft.“

“Great restaurant, amazing menu and cocktail list. Very friendly and responsive staff. Had a wonderful dinner experience tonight.“

“really good pizza, the stramboli and tomato sauce are really good.“

“A very clean restaurant. The Tuna Tartar was my favorite. The shrimp skewers, pasta Primavera, shrimp alfredo, and kids cheese pizza were all good, too. The meatballs were just okay, but the sauce was wonderful. The waitress was quiet but doesn't deserve the bad reviews given here. She was very attentive, polite and the food came out quick. The portions were small but priced accordingly. We liked that. We didn't overeat or have leftovers to deal with in the hotel.“