Italian Restaurants in McKinney (2025)

Downtown’s buzzy 2025 arrival blends Italian-American comfort with housemade pasta, butchered-in‑house steaks, and limoncello. Covered by Dallas Observer and highlighted by Eater Dallas; Community Impact confirms its June opening and ongoing service.

Chef Ati Malaj’s independent trattoria turns out polished, from‑scratch plates—short‑rib gnocchi, bone‑marrow tagliatelle, and warm focaccia. Praised by OpenTable diners and profiled by Community Impact when it opened.

Set in a historic downtown building, this family‑run spot focuses on handmade pastas, classic sauces, and an intimate lounge upstairs. Featured by local media since launch and still going strong with regulars.

A local, family‑owned pioneer of DFW’s Neapolitan wave—hand‑tossed pies blistered in a wood‑fired oven, plus simple pastas and Italian spritzes. The McKinney location remains active and community‑minded.

A longtime neighborhood favorite known for generous portions, red‑sauce classics, and BYOB hospitality. Recent menus and hours confirm it’s going strong under local ownership.

Family‑operated since 1992, Sicily’s bakes bread and dough daily and keeps a no‑corkage BYOB policy. Community Impact profiles its deep neighborhood ties and made‑to‑order approach.

A 2024 addition from the team behind Venezia’s Pizza Cafe, serving classics like chicken piccata alongside a solid wine list. Community Impact reports its opening and continuing service.

Independently operated sister to a Prosper favorite, this kitchen focuses on red‑sauce hits, New York–style pies, and value‑driven specials. Active hours and bookings are confirmed through OpenTable.

A counter‑service, owner‑operated spot for fresh focaccia panini, pasta, and pizza to go. Community Impact noted its late‑2024 opening; it’s become a quick, quality option with personal service.