When the craving for Italian strikes, we found some of the best places to get Italian food in Dallas with authentic cuisine and house specials. Whether it’s traditional red sauces with meatballs and angel hair, or rich alfredo sauces with thick fettucini noodles, Italian food is comfort food. Grazie!
Avanti Restaurant features Italian-Mediterranean inspired offerings bringing an authentic flair to Italian spots around Dallas. Avanti is located on trendy McKinney Avenue and their urban chic ambiance will bring your dining experience full circle. Did we mention they have live nightly music and an award-winning wine list? Whether it’s seafood, veal, steaks, or homemade pastas, Avanti will become a go-to place for Italian food in Dallas.
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At Enoteca Italia, their authentic Italian dishes will make it difficult to decide which specials to order. From their scratch-made pastas to their selection of small plates to share, the freshest ingredients and generous portions give Enoteca Italia high marks our favorite places to get Italian food in Dallas. Whether it’s a appetizers and wine with friends after work, or a special dinner out, Enoteca will not disappoint. The food and ambiance are on par for your night out,
Hours & Location
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 4:00pm–9:00pm
Wednesday | 4:00pm–9:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm–9:00pm
Friday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Saturday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Sunday | 4:00pm-10:00pm
Eataly has arrived and it’s been wildly popular for Italian spots in Dallas. Their Italian food and beverage market-style offerings make dinner prep a breeze. They also specialize in full size cakes and pies for deserts packaged to-go. Their popular favorites besides pastas include olive oils, and canned San Marzano tomatoes. They not only have Italian desserts ready to take home, but regular cakes and pies too. Eataly is a higher end market offering fresh fare and authentic quality.
Hours & Location
Monday | 9:00am–10:00pm
Tuesday | 9:00am–10:00pm
Wednesday | 9:00am–10:00pm
Thursday| 9:00am–10:00pm
Friday | 9:00am–11:00pm
Saturday | 9:00am–11:00pm
Sunday | 9:00am–10:00pm
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Terilli’s Restaurant is a family-owned and operated Italian restaurant with roots going back to Esperia, Italy. They offer an array of seafood, pastas, and beef specialties but are famous for their Italian Nacho. Which became a registered trademark today called the “Italchos.” The chips from the nachos are created from a secret recipe and made fresh daily in the restaurant. My favorite dish is the Tom Landry Special: a chicken breast topped with roasted red peppers and Texas goat cheese over ancho chili pepper sauce. To die for but don’t take our word for it, add it to your list of Italian spots around Dallas.
Hours & Location
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Wednesday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Thursday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Friday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Saturday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Sunday | 4:00pm–10:00pm
Sister Restaurant in Lower Greenville is a contemporary restaurant by Duro Hospitality. They serve Italian-inspired neighborhood fare ranging from wood-fired meats and fish to daily house made pastas. Our favorite was the Calabrian Chili Ravioli. The Trattoria feel comes from collectible items through the years. Their menu has traditional options kicked up a notch with the freshest ingredients, herbs, and veggies and portions are large.
Hours & Location
Monday | 4:30pm–10:00pm
Tuesday | 4:30pm–10:00pm
Wednesday | 4:30pm–10:00pm
Thursday | 4:30pm–10:00pm
Friday | 4:30pm–11:00pm
Saturday | 4:30pm–11:00pm
Sunday | 4:30pm–10:00pm
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If you’re looking for great Italian food in Dallas this is the place to go! Jimmy’s Food Store specializes in a variety of foods and wines imported from Italy. Stop into the market to pick up authentic groceries to prepare at home or a hot Italian sandwich. Their selection of wines and olive oils is unmatched. Beside the traditional pastas, they offer local food literally making it a true farm to table market feel. Make your grocery list and make Jimmy’s your one-stop shop for meats, pastas, wine, and all the side dishes too.
Hours & Location
Monday | 9:00am–7:00pm
Tuesday | 9:00am–7:00pm
Wednesday | 9:00am–7:00pm
Thursday | 9:00am–7:00pm
Friday | 9:00am–7:00pm
Saturday | 9:00am–7:00pm
Sunday | Closed



Kelly is a Texan at heart and enjoys tacos, tennis, and tequila.

