La Stella Cucina Verace

We stopped by on a random Saturday, just following a craving—and it turned out to be an incredible experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was already lively with amazing live music that set the perfect tone for the evening. What truly made our visit stand out, though, was the exceptional service. We casually mentioned to our server, Paco, how much we had loved the mussels that used to be on the menu during a previous visit. To our surprise and delight, Paco went above and beyond—checking with the kitchen to see if they could make it happen. And they did! Even though it wasn’t listed, they made the mussels just for us, and they were every bit as delicious as we remembered. It’s rare to find that kind of personalized attention and care, and it made our night feel genuinely special. We’ll definitely be coming back—and bringing friends next time. Highly recommend!

Really enjoyed dinner with my husband here! Adam made the experience unforgettable! The food, vibes and service were great. Would come here again and highly recommend to others. Dishes we had were: U’PURP, ravioli, a seasonal lamb dish and the bread pudding. Drinks: limoncello and Pompeii were tasty. All of it paired so well, phenomenal. The portions are great to eat family style as well.

I had an absolute sensational time at La Stella Cucina! I walked in and was greeted by the GM Kyle. I sat at the bar and was served by Judah, a professional with excellent service! Below are my pictures and description. Please make it a point to visit the best Italian cuisine in Dallas, La Stella Cucina Verace! La Stella Cucina Verace Pre dinner cocktail - Negroni Sbagliatto U’Purp - chargrilled Spanish octopus, crispy potatoes, nduja, taggiasca olives, lemon saffron aioli Paired w/ - 2022 Flora Falanghina Polpette Della Nonna - Wagyu beef meatballs, San marzano dip marinara, Tucson basil evoo Paired w/ - 2022 Sori Orinati Nebbiolo D’Alba Cotoletta O.G. - elephant size fried veal cutlet, arugula salad, parmigiana style (marinara & mozzarella) side prosciutto di parma Paired w/ - 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Nona’s Limoncello Double espresso

I decided to take my girlfriend here since she loves Italian and we enjoy dinners in Dallas. Our server was fantastic and we would come back for the food. The Wagyu meatball appetizer was really incredible and so were the pasta dishes, we tried two including the rigatoni and the spicy vodka sauce with shrimp. We finished with a chocolate dessert drink and cannoli. Our server was a fantastic young lady named Erin who we would definitely ask for when we return. Also, make sure you save room for the bread they serve before the meal, ours was fresh and delicious, we asked for a second round as a matter of fact.

We celebrated my wife’s 60th birthday party here and it was the best experience I can remember. The service was over the top. Tara and Gina were wonderful servers. They were on top of everything. Alexandra facilitated with all the flowers and meal planning and everything else. It went off like a well oiled machine. If you need a beautiful room for a private party with delish food and beverages with AAA service then this place is for you. WOW what a great place!

Big SHOUT OUT TO ADAM!!! Food was great people were great, anniversary romantic, guy playing piano was perfect not loud or anything disruptive, clean dishes, food was clean didn't upset our stomachs. U-purp was great way to start, menu was easy to follow and tasty from top to bottom. Highly recommend getting seasonal dishes, it feels like the chefs like cooking those haha.

Indescribable yumminess! From the entertainment to our server Ms. Amanda, we didn’t have a single complaint. All the flavors were complex and thoughtfully paired. Since we like to try new places I feel like my palate is often jaded, but this restaurant’s dishes (in house made pastas) were unique and memorable. We’re already planning our next trip back!

My husband surprised me with reservations for our 25th anniversary and he did not disappoint. We were greeted with champagne at our table and the evening just got better from there. I can't recommend the meatballs enough.. nonna makes it just like I remembered the last time I was in Rome. They have a wonderful selection of Italian wines and Hamil gave us some samples to try before we decided on the Amarone (see photo) which was perfect with the meatballs. Our meal was so authentic and nonna makes the shells for the canoli so that's worth coming in just for a glass of wine and dessert to finish off an evening at the symphony. A beautiful accompaniment to our meal was having the very talented Aubree-Anna entertain us with a fabulous set (and a special Sade dedication). Chef designs a seasonal menu so I only added pictures of the menu to give a sample of what we had. We're headed back the next time gnocchi makes it back on the menu because I've seen so many comments about it. I finally have a favorite Italian place in Dallas!

We tried La Stella for the first time as a family on Dec 24, 5:45pm. The service, atmosphere and food did not disappoint! What an amazing night for showing love to my family. The complimentary lemoncello was excellent- I especially enjoyed the Osso Buco. This restaurant is a bit pricey but if you want to impress your family or a date this is the one! We also benefited from live piano and vocals from WT Griffith.

Chef boyardee - sappinted For the price you pay for small portions you'd think the food would be out of this world! I went for date night and had the wagyu bolognese and my date had the agnolotti pizzicati. I'm sure someone somewhere put thought into these dishes but you could have served me jarred bertoli with boxed pasta and i wouldn't be able to tell the difference. The interior was fine - nothing spectacular. There were 2 things that were not a disappointment, the service was spectacular and the free bread and 3 different types of butter were fantastic! I can't complain too much because I did pick the restaurant, choose my meal and didn't speak up when the waitress asked about the quality of my food. Unfortunately I was not impressed but maybe you'll have a different experience.

I first heard about this restaurant during Restaurant Week when they offered a fixed-price menu. I'd heard good things about it, but I'm a creature of habit once I find a place I love, I tend to stick to it. That said, one of the things I appreciate about Dallas is the variety of Italian restaurants, each with its own unique twist. This place was one I've been wanted to try to a while and I wish I had saved my money. The ambiance is lovely, especially during Christmas. I was immediately struck by how beautiful the space was, and the live music added a nice touch. Typically, my significant other and I enjoy dining out and then heading to Mansion Bar for live music and drinks to end the night. This place combines both of those elements in one spot, which we really appreciated. Service was excellent. Our server (whose name I sadly can't remember) was attentive, knowledgeable, and offered great suggestions throughout the meal. No complaints at all in that regard. Now, onto the food as this is where the experience didn't quite live up to expectations. Everything else, from the atmosphere to the service, was spot on, but the food left me feeling underwhelmed. We started with the Wagyu meatballs, which were good but not extraordinary. I'd rate them a solid 9/10. We also ordered a dish with octopus, which I didn't try, but my fiancé rated it 6.5/10. The dirty martinis were enjoyable, though they were out of blue cheese olives and only had one regular olive. 6/10. For the main course, I had the Spaghetti Alessandra, which was served cold and was smaller than I expected. It lacked a bit of flavor, and I was hoping for more. My fiancé ordered the Milanese, which was also fine but didn't blow us away--both dishes were about a 7.5/10. We decided to try the house risotto next. The portion size, while normal, was not as large as it appeared in photos. It was decent, but nothing spectacular--7/10. I'd seen a review mentioning risotto with veal, but it didn't come that way, which was fine but worth noting. For dessert, we ordered a birthday treat for my fiancé. The Bunion Americano was good but not my favorite. The Nutella brownie cheesecake, however, was delicious and definitely my favorite dish of the night. While the food was decent overall, there were a few issues. Despite receiving exceptional service and enjoying the atmosphere, I was taken aback when I saw the bill. The risotto, which had no veal and only small pieces of bacon, was priced at $85. I didn't say anything at the time because we had ordered a lot of food and drinks, but when we got home and reflected on it, I felt that was excessive for a dish that wasn't even close to the quality I expected. I know it's market price, but I anticipated something closer to $30. Because of the food being just "okay" and the pricing feeling a bit off, I'm deducting two stars. Overall, the value for what we received didn't quite match the cost.

Went on NYE and had a great time. We had to wait a bit for our table, as the party seated before us was taking their time to leave, but the host offered us complimentary Prosecco to sip while we waited. The staff at our table were also friendly and helpful. While a tad overpriced (downtown pricing), the food and drinks were all very good. A good spot for a special occasion.

The food was pretty solid but nothing incredible. The PB and J (prusciutto, burrata, and fig jam) was definitely the best thing we got. I got the osso bucco and my girlfriend got the lobster ravioli. Both were pretty good but nothing to write home about, I would say they probably aren't worth the high price. The cocktails are all pretty expensive at 22 bucks a piece and the cheapest GLASS of wine was 20 dollars, and all the food was pretty expensive as well. So overall everything was good but it's a lot to pay for just good. The restaurant is pretty nice inside and all the servers and hosts were very good, attentive, and friendly. So they nailed that part.

Charming and synthetic Italian feel to this lovely restaurant. Right next to the Windspear. Great location. The street seemed quiet for a Saturday night- easy to navigate and valet is available for a $10 charge, the valet did seems to whisper- "it's $10 for valet and any tip you'd like to add on" Food: we tried the restaurant week menu. $99 four courses- wowzers, pricey but good portions. I will say we did not get a complimentary basket of bread- subs because we were participating in the RW menu- but even more reason for the $99 price tag- and good cause. 1st course: The waygu meatballs were superstars! The sauce, the flavor, home run! Wish they were piping hot- a little cold- 2nd curse: the rigatoni so flavorful, smoky, creamy, meaty, lush, lovely. Mmm. 3rd course: Branzino- crispy skin, flavorful fish, beautiful presentation Dessert: presentation alone was tip top lollipop! The tiramisu was magnifique! Drinks are pricey but we had a really nice time. Service: immaculate service- everyone was friendly, checking in on us, attentive and prompt. Very sweet people. Good was delivered in good timing.

Very impressed with our server, attentive, well informing, and due to the extra wait he gave us a little extra wine, wasn't needed but a thoughtful bonus. Personally lamb was. Bit chewy but overall food was very satisfying. I believe pasta I the way to go here. They offer coat check and the Sunday night we visited there was live music

Had dinner here with a friend, and it was such a nice experience. The tagliolini al tartufo was perfect, simple but full of flavor. You can tell the pasta is fresh. The restaurant has a cozy but upscale feel, and the service was great without being over the top. It's not an everyday spot for me, but definitely somewhere I'd go for a nice night out.

I had an amazing experience for dinner, Adriano offered great service and recommended some tasty options! Would definitely recommend :) Dinner: The veal agnolotti was very nice, the portion sizes are on the smaller side which was perfect for me because I wanted to save room for dessert, I liked the sage and the combination of light butter sauce and veal reduction was delicious. Drinks: I started off with the ginger and cucumber gimlet mocktail, which I would definitely recommend; it was well balanced and refreshing. Dessert: I went with the tiramisu for dessert and it was good, although not the best that I've had. It had a good flavor but was a bit on the dry side overall.

Very nice place and the service is amazing. We popped in for drinks before a concert and they couldn't have been nice. They offer complimentary bread with 3 different spreads, yummy and the place is so warm and comfortable, Italian style.

This place is truly exceptional. In addition to the delicious food and outstanding service, the live music performance was a remarkable touch that elevated the entire dining experience. Whether you're looking for the perfect spot for a date night or a meal before a nearby performance, this restaurant is a must-visit. Highly recommended!

My wife and I were in the mood for Italian. I perused Yelp and found this little gem. It's is located in the Dallas Arts District and is not a place I would have stumbled on naturally. But thank goodness for yelp. The food and service was excellent. We dined early, but from the looks of it there was going to be live entertainment later that evening. We tried various different dishes and every one of them hit the mark. I would recommend you try it. The only potential issue is parking. I think there might be valet, but not sure about other options.

I feel the overall rating here may ride on a halo effect of La Stella being a posh location with the self-proclaimed pedigree of being the best in Dallas, but the food was just average in my book; 4 stars perhaps lenient. I had the beef carpacio appetizer, which was fine except for the blobs of mayonnaise it was served with - that was a misfit. I also had the veal osso bucco, and that was dry and flat-tasting. It came dubbed with a tomato sauce, which was not likely what it was simmered in. Service was absentmindedly forgetful and also apologetic about it. All in all, I just wasn't impressed, and I felt the polish was more pretense than substance.

Prime location right in the heart of the Arts District, friendly and quick valet parking, fantastic food, excellent service, extraordinary wines, great live music...Can't beat that.

Spicy Margherita, Insalata Italiana, Rigatoni Stellari, Gnocchi Dello Chef, Branzino Mediterraneo, Tiramisu I adored this meal! We had so many drinks before our dinner started--the bartenders are super friendly and mix some strong drinks! I don't even know what the second drink pictured is--I just asked them for something fruity and sweet and they whipped it up. The white wine was great too. The salad was pretty good, quite acidic. The rigatoni was alright, not as flavorful as I would prefer. The Gnocchi was soft and pillowy, but the flavors reminded me of pizza haha. The branzino was absolutely perfect. Such a fantastic fish dish, so tender and flavorful, absolutely loved the lemon caper butter. The Spinach was great too. The tiramisu was so perfectly done as well! Servers were fantastic

Dallas Restaurant week! We had a great treat trying the 4 course restaurant week menu but we started with delicious bread and toppings. The red was a spicy pepper, the white is truffle and the green is pesto. Each one was so flavorful. The wine is Donna Fuggata from Palermo Sicily. If you know me you know I love wine and this is a vineyard I was lucky enough to visit in 2009 bonus it was Dolce &Gabanna (insert Devil wears Prada can you spell Gabanna) Our first course was the La Stella Polpetta Della Nonna wagu beef meatballs, red gravy ( that's a Louisiana reference) and grilled bread. I didn't get a picture of them we just devoured it. We had a group of 6 and tried a variety of items. The service was top notch and we didn't feel rushed it was such a nice vibe and I loved the live piano playing and singing. Ask for Adam as your waiter he was funny and gave great advice. He is also from Louisiana so we bonded immediately. My mom had Gnocchi Portofino which is home made ricotta dumpling and pesto with green beans. So good! 2nd course we absolutely loved was the Agnolotti Pizzicati Veal ossobuco filling, sage butter, veal reduction . It was my favorite. The Pappardelle Stellari Wagyu beef Bolognese ragu ricotta is luscious. The Ossobuco Milanese is Slow braised veal ossobuco over risotto milanese every bite was so decadent and creamy. The 3rd course four the restaurant week menu was Filetto alla Pizzaiola 8 oz filet, grilled heirloom tomato, marinara sauce, oregano. I went with Medium Rare and it literally melts in your mouth. Finally we all tried a bite of the perfectly displayed Tiramisu' Savoiardo Mascarpone mousse, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, dark cocoa. Every single thing from the entry to the service and each bite of food was so fabulous. If you want to have a real Italian meal uptown I would highly recommend La Stella. Look

Today I celebrated my 30th birthday here and the service was amazing. As someone who does not drink alcohol, I was pleased at the effort of the bartender to whip me something up that was fruity and pretty. I had the short rib with the potatoes and it was great. The short rib was so tender and the potatoes were seasoned to perfection. Like how did they do that? The only thing to note that was a bit awkward was that you have to pay to bring in your own dessert. There were 6 people in my party.

Amazing meal! Got the gnocchi, agnolotti, wild mushroom risotto (special), and the rack of lamb. Highly recommend! Everything was prepared perfectly. Side note: tiramisu was good, but could be better. Served chilled in a golden martini glass.

First time visiting La Stella Cucina Verace, and I love how they had live piano playing. The entire restaurant is so beautiful, reminded me of the great Gatsby. I had the fashionista as my drink, very similar to an old fashion, which I loved. The food was delicious and I had the special red sauce gnocchi, with the side of asparagus with Parmesan on top. I loved my entire experience as a first timer. I am very excited to return and try more items from the menu.

Came here for restaurant week this year and we were very satisfied with our experience. The meatballs are a great starter, as is the calamari. The star of the show to me was the lobster pasta. The noodles are fresh and the flavors work very well together. The tiramisu was definitely one of the better ones I've had as well. Service is very attentive and friendly. They provided commentary about the dishes and checked in frequently. Coming on restaurant week made this meal a steal for sure, but after this experience I'd come back (and I will come back) and pay full price for it!

I've visited this restaurant twice. Both times I received exceptional service from the time I walked in until the time I left. The servers were extremely knowledgeable and offered great suggestions. Most of our food was really good. However, both times I've gone a couple of items have lacked flavor. They were a bit on the bland side. With the exception of those dishes everything else was very flavorful and the portions are a nice size for the price. I highly recommend the U'Purp!

We dined here on NYE. We initially made a reservation for seating at the bar, but they were able to accommodate us for a table when we arrived, which we greatly appreciated! Our server, Erin (I believe), was so friendly and attentive. The complimentary bread with ricotta was a very pleasant surprise and we ordered the carpaccio for an appetizer. I ordered the agnolotti for my entree and my partner ordered the risotto. Everything was absolutely fantastic. We will definitely be back again!

Esmirna was an absolute gem! She explained every dish and help me find the perfect meal to fit my needs. She kept the table nice and clean and always ready for the next meal. Me and my friends will all be back to see Esmi for sure !

My group of 5 arrived a little early, so we were sat at the bar. The host was very kind to give us free glasses of champagne when the table before us ran over their time limit. All of our food was super good! I definitely recommend the spaghetti alessandra.

Food: the ossobuco risotto was rich and amazing. Highly recommend. Regrettably, the spaghetti alle vongole did not live up to my expectations. Pasta was overcooked, and no sauce. Wagyu bolognese was meh, more on the bland side than anything. The agnolotti pizzicati was very good, butter sage sauce was on point. Cocktails were plentiful and the wine selection beyond reproach. We went with the cheapest bottle of red wine at $80 and were very pleased. Portobello mushrooms side lacked seasoning. Desserts were ok. Nothing to write home about. Ordered Tiramisu and bread pudding. Recommend the bread pudding. Service: Adriano was a total gentleman. Really knew the menu, kept the bread coming and checked on us often yet not annoyingly. Brought us two shots of lemoncello on the house to close our meal with a bang. Bravo! We started getting rushed out at the end and I personally find this practice rude given the money we dropped at this place. Bunch of pissed off people waiting at the door, not my fault they're walk-ins or got a late reservation. I wasn't aware we had to eat and leave. I was enjoying the music and my overpriced espresso. Unacceptable. Ambiance: the pianist and violinist were playing Sinatra's greatest hits. What a talented pair. Loved the coziness. Kept it classy despite being packed for new year's eve. Three stars because of the inconsistent quality of some dishes. At $500+ for a table of 4, the food should have been outstanding across the board. Valet parking is not validated for diners. It's $10 plus tip.

Excellent food and service. Definitely a place to return to for a special occasion or fancy date night. The ambiance, especially during the holidays, is warm, inviting and romantic with live music on a Tuesday even. So conveniently located too right in the Arts District. The appetizer menu is a bit misleading as many of them are definitely sharable. The U'PURP appetizer is amazing. Would come back just for that! Pastas were delicious albeit on the heavier side. Excellent wine list and cocktails. Recommendations from the staff were spot on. The service was very attentive until dessert when the restaurant was overwhelmed with the pre-theater dinner crowd headed to the Myerson afterwards. The selection of desserts to choose from was a bit limited. Would definitely go again for a special occasion paying particular attention to the number of events in the arts district that evening.

Restaurant Week was upon us in DFW, and we were so excited to discover another Italian restaurant in the area! We made reservations via OpenTable (recommended) for a Saturday evening dinner. Parking may be tricky since it is next to an opera house, and several performance theaters! They do offer valet parking. The restaurant got busier as the night went on. Very beautifully decorated interior, and really fantastic service! We had a great time here, and everything we had was absolutely delicious! Everything tasted so fresh, and vibrant. I particularly enjoyed the house made pasta! The lobster was a good touch since I've never had seafood pasta before. The meatballs were amazing! Very tender.

There's some (true) Italian magic happening in the kitchen. Truly delicious and authentic Italian. I was not expecting the ambiance of the inside based on the outside, but it's a semi formal establishment. Excellent music. Waiters in suits, nice wine list etc. In town for business & walked from my hotel - safe area & sat at the bar solo and enjoyed delicious Pinot noir, bartender recommended the meatballs (I'm not really a big meat person) and they were unbelievable- melt in your mouth, and the sauce was delicious! Chef also offered a small portion of flavored ricottas to try with crostini's. Next time I'd get the prosciutto & burrata for an app! I ordered cacio de Pepe which I regret as I think there were more superior pasta options. Tasted homemade, cooked perfectly al dente, but I wish there had been more sauce to it - but cacio de Pepe dries out rather quickly. It was a large portion for one person! $100 for 2 glasses of wine, large app and large pasta entree, not bad given the quality. Gosh this place was good, I'll be back!

MEH....disappointing food, sorry to say! We had to send back the salad and both our entrees. Food is overrated. Service was outstanding.

First time dining here, we don't dine out often locally given my wife's chef skills and our wine collection. Lighting and sound level in the room was fine; sometimes need to use your phone to read the menu but not the case here. There's apparently live entertainment most nights, and even sitting next to the evening's singer there was no issue holding a conversation among the 3 of us. Sommelier was of great assistance in selecting a wine that met our preferred style and price point, and our server was good as well. We shared meatball, octopus and prosciutto apps which were all solid, particularly the grilled octopus. When we were running low on bread (the truffle butter was great) more bread was quickly brought out., seafood risotto and other pasta dishes were excellent and reasonably prices. 2 ordered the osso bucco which was also excellent though served a bit lukewarm (staff not advised staff). My wife is tough to please when dining out locally and we all really enjoyed the evening. Its a trek downtown from our home but we'll return.

Upscale restaurant with a flair for the authentic. Non pretentious but direct about the dress code and you will need a reservation. Servers were friendly and pleasant. Food was beautifully plated and so delicious! I felt taken care of and enjoyed it. We went after a musical at Fair Park. It was a great date We started with sharing the kale & bean salad. Nice and very shareable. I had the chicken with mushrooms and my husband had the homemade pasta with short ribs. We shared spinach and crispy potatoes. The dessert was well enjoyed by my husband. I was slightly disappointed they there was no nondairy milk option for a coffee though. I'd recommend they offer oat milk for those of us who want that. Great overall! Thanks to James, Roger, and Alan.

The location is beautiful but the food just missed for me. The best thing we had was meatballs and everything else was meh. The service was attentive.

The delightful dinner was a 2 1/2 hour experience. We were lucky we had a reservation on a Saturday. It was an up scale dining room. Italian food at its best. Specializing in fresh seafood and yummy handmade pastas. Excellent service and a perfect table for 2 made the night complete. Absolutely Zero complaints! We will be back. So much going on in the area too. We went to a show before dinner. I highly recommend you go.

Booked this restaurant for dinner date, pasta is delicious. Not overly salted! The ambiance is cute. I dont care for the live piano that much. The tiramisu is sooooo good! You should try them. Service is great!

Enjoyed everything we tried. The salad was great -- perfectly seasoned and fresh with the pleasant amount of crunchiness i appreciate. The osso buco was nice and the polenta accompanying it was delicious. The sweet onions with the braised beef pasta was a little overwhelming but otherwise good. Our server was excellent- professional, helpful and polite. I'd definitely come back next time I'm in Dallas.

Amazing amazing amazing! This spot recently opened and has been one of my favorite. I've sat at the bar a few times now and have never left feeling unsatisfied. This drinks and top notch, service is impeccable, and don't even get me started on the food. OG Italian! In Dallas! This is the spot. Try it or let's others make you jealous when they have.

Had dinner tonight at La Stella and it was amazing. My new favorite for Italian food. The food is traditional Italian food that tastes like what I had when visiting Bologna. The service was perfect from waiter, to both owners stopping by for a chat. They make some great cocktails and also have a nice wine selection. The atmosphere is romantic and the food was great. We started with the PB&J which is burrata with fig jam. My wife had the Gnocchi Cacio Pepe Tartufo and I had the Pappardelle Stellari. For dessert we had the TANTE Pale. The food, cocktails, wine, and service were top notch. I especially like how active the owners are in the dining room and they make you feel very welcome. I can't wait to go again and try other menu items.

Service was great Food takes a little long but it's worth the wait. I also enjoyed the ambiance, as it has a subtle fun feel to it.

La Stella Dallas is one of the best rated Italian restaurants in DFW area. They have a wide selection of Italian cuisines and the service is just impeccable. When you go, ask for Jonathan - he's one of the best servers I've ever met! The restaurant is well decorated and they have live music at selected nights. We saw people celebrating birthdays and special events on the night of and it's also a perfect spot for date nights! Our table was decorated with little heart-shaped confetti and it was truly one of the cutest dining experiences ever Our favorite dish from the night was "Ossobuco", the slow braised cross cut veal shanks w. risotto alla Milanese. Generous portion and great seasoning. The rest of the food was just okay but we stayed for the vibe!

All the reviews were spot on. This place is a 5-Star review no doubt! Beautiful restaurant, great ambiance, and efficient service! The Salad tasted like it was just picked from the garden and the main dishes were elegant and full of flavor. The Rigatoni Calabrese spice was on point!! Dessert was delicious, recommend the gelato as it was a pleasant surprise

Stella didn't quite hit the mark for me. Ordered the shrimp bisque (special) and pesto gnocchi, my friend ordered the veal pasta. The soup was just okay.. thin with an annoying island of puff pastry on top. Didn't taste like the flavorful bisques I'm used to. The pesto gnocchi (with green beans) was actually very flavorful and the portion was just enough. I tried my friend's veal pasta and it was dry and bland. All in all a nice atmosphere but I likely won't be back.

Great experience! The service was amazing, the atmosphere one-of-a-kind, and the food was delicious! We went on a Thursday night & as soon as we entered their was a crooner singing Frank Sinatra/Dean Martin/all of the classics... he was really good! Beautiful voice, & it really set the mood for a great dining experience. There were 5 of us and we wanted to try a bit of everything. All the appetizers were ordered, and they were all perfect. We then ordered the seafood special of the night (lobster, scallops, and shrimp) and their bone-in steak (carved table-side). Both were amazing. We were impressed. Their dessert selection is nice. Perfect way to end a fantastic meal.

There were eight (8) of us at a rectangular table and we started off with three (3) different appetizers, selected by the hostess of the group, and drinks were ordered. The staff cleared the table as we went. Entrees were ordered and served just as they were asked for. I had a Medium Rare fillet, which was perfect. Since it was Bill's 65th, they brought three (3) different desserts, which were eaten rather quickly, and they were truly awesome. All in All it was a wonderful time!

Food and service were both great. The place is relatively quaint but still had plenty of seating. We got there around 5pm ahead of a show across the street so it was relatively quiet when we got there but by the time we left, the place certainly filled up. We had a selection of items and all were prepared well. Will recommend to try.

Came here for my birthday and enjoyed the dining experience. It's probably more 4.5 stars, but of course Yelp won't let you do half stars. Service- 5 stars. The service was exceptional. Johnathan was our server and next time I make a reservation I probably will request to be at one of his tables as it was that good. But looking around I think it's just a place that demands excellence from their servers as all around us appeared to be were very attentive and knowledgeable servers. Drinks- 5 stars. We had a couple of cocktails, a glass of wine and some complimentary champagne. Great selection and cocktails were well made. Frittura Mista- 3 stars. The calamari was solid. The shrimp was good. I didn't care too much for the Branzinho. We ate most of it and liked it, but I am not sure it was worth the price. Bread and spreads- 5 stars. It's fresh bread, of course it was great. It was probably 5 different kinds and all were very different. Agnolotti Pizzicati- 5 stars. I didn't order this, but I ate a lot of it it as the flavors were amazing. I probably will get this next time I come if it's on the menu. It was excellent. Cotoletta Milanese- 4 stars. I got it parmiagana style with the sauce and cheese. It was good. What's funny is the person who ordered the angolotti dish was the best, I thought the angolotti was the best. Dessert- 5 stars. I got the gelato sampler and the tiramisu. I love tiramisu and it was very good, but the gelato was even better. I believe it was 6 very different flavors and all were really good. The place is very nice, it wasn't super noisy like many places you go to which was nice. Again the service was outstanding. Food was great. If I had one complaint is the tables for 2 are small. I was constantly having to move stuff like the candle or the menus (or just put the menu in my lap) or move the drink tablet or something as the table just felt crowded.

We came to celebrate our 2 year wedding anniversary and I thought this was a great place to try out. It caught my eye because of the area and the previous reviews. The managing partner of the place greeted us and was very cheerful. As soon as we walked in I heard a man singing and he was so smooth, he really set the tone along with the low lighting. For this to be a Friday night it wasn't too crowded and passed the vibe check :) Once we were seated our waiter name was Nacho (lol) and he immediately asked us if we would like anything to drink and gave us a few minutes to look over the menu. I just want to say Nacho was an incredible server! Very knowledgeable about the menu and provided honest opinions about any dish we asked about. I value that a lot. Great customer service and checked on us frequently! We ordered the: - Wagyu Meatballs (heavenly! Must try!) - Seafood Linguine (I was sooo pleased with this - he said it was somewhat spicy and I asked them to make it extra spicy - it was perfect!) - Cotoletta Di Vitello (this is veal that's breaded - my husband ordered this - not really MY taste but it was decent) - La Genovese Di Momma (ziti pasta with braised short rib - very flavorful) The owner knew it was our anniversary and we got a dessert on the house. We didn't choose the dessert, Nacho surprised us and I honestly don't know what it was called but look at my pics! He said most people don't order it because they don't understand how the flavors pair together but he said it was refreshing - he was 100% on point! It comes with 3 scoops of gelato, slices of grapefruit, and an airy but lightly toasted meringue. This was a very elevated dessert. I wouldn't have chosen this on my own - but I am so glad we tried it! I would for sure eat that again! Overall this was an amazing experience. Highly recommend.

Well, if someone says that the Italian food in Dallas is underwhelming, bring them here. We had tickets to the Symphonie, so this was a natural restaurant choice. We started with the Salumi, had some lovely wine recommended by the staff and then opted for a lighter meal of house-made fresh pasta. My companion ordered one of the specials and I ordered the scampi but requested a change in the pasta type. Everything was perfectly lovely. And we had gelatos and sorbets to finish.

We loved our meal and our service. We had Nebbia cocktails - bourbon drinks with a citrus and Smokey taste. We also had the tuna tartare which was so good an new to the menu. It has olives and tomatoes. I had the Gnocchi which was amazing! The pasta is homemade and fresh and that 36 month aged cheese is amazing. My husband had Genovese and loved it so much I didn't even get a taste! We wanted to stay for dessert but we had to catch the show that we were seeing across the street. The owner came over and introduced himself to us. He is passionate about the food that he serves and the service that is being provided. Several people checked in on us throughout our dinner - very attentive but not annoying. This is a great option for a more upscale dinner.

My friend made reservations for this place and they sat us right as we checked in. They offer free valet so don't worry about finding parking. The inside is well let with natural lighting and perfect place to enjoy dinner with some friends. The food was overall great but my steak did come over cooked; however, they made it right and it was cooked to perfection. The apps were amazing and the drinks even more so. They have an extensive wine selection to pick from and the service was great. Definitely check them out when you're in the area.