If you've got Italian fare on the brain, you're in luck: we've found the freshest Dallas eateries to quell your cravings. Here are the newest places to check out the next time you're in the mood for Italian food.
CRUDO Italian
8411 Preston Rd., Park Cities
CRUDO Italian is a bar and Italian spot located in Preston Center, offering Italian specialties, pizza and more.
Helmed by chef and partner Javier Perez, the menu focuses "on handmade artisan pastas and gnocchi," reports the Dallas Observer. "A robust baking program will produce warm, delicious breads made in-house, as well as an array of fresh desserts." (You can view the full dinner menu here.)
CRUDO Italian's current Yelp rating of 4.5 stars out of 26 reviews shows its off to a great start.
Yelper Chris W., who reviewed CRUDO Italian on March 26, wrote: "Delicious well executed Italian. Ossobuco and the Bolognese were delicious. The
by-the-glass wine list was particularly well curated with some rare finds."
"The service, food, and atmosphere were fantastic!" said Baylee T. "We ordered the ahi tuna and calamari appetizers as well as the red snapper, mushroom pizza, grilled chicken and scallops for entrees!! All fabulous! Would highly recommend!"
Yelper Jay H. added: "A total 5 star experience all around."
CRUDO Italian is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.–11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Peasant Pizzeria
3900 Cedar Springs Rd., Oak Lawn
Peasant Pizzeria is a cocktail bar and Italian eatery that offers a selection of appetizers, pastas, salads, and entrees — including fish and steak dishes roasted in the Italian wood oven.
This new spot bakes up wood-fired pizzas as well, like the Carnivoro topped with bacon, salami, fennel sausage and meatballs. The artisanal dough is made by hand and fermented for two days, then slathered with a sauce that comes from organic, California-grown tomatoes.
With a 4.5-star Yelp rating out of 65 reviews on Yelp, Peasant Pizzeria has been getting lots of positive attention.
Yelper Kim M., who was one of the first users to visit the restaurant on January 19th, wrote: "Everything was perfect! It was very warm and cozy. Chef Kent was great and came out and introduced himself."
J S. noted: "From this east coast guy, the real deal has arrived in Dallas and this is it. Great staff. Kind owner. Quality, thoughtful food. Stellar bar."
Yelper Steve T. wrote: "Delicious. Local. Original. The meal I had tonight was not only delicious, but the staff made it even better with their genuine attitudes and commitment to a great experience."
Peasant Pizzeria is open from 11 a.m.–11 p.m. on Sunday–Thursday and 11 a.m.–midnight on Friday and Saturday.
Mille Lire
3102 Oak Lawn, Ste 116., Oak Lawn
Head west to the Design District, where Mille Lire is delivering an upscale culinary experience. Owned by chef Giuliano Matarese and Brian Ellard, the restaurant says on its website that it pairs "the rich, romantic history of Italian cuisine with a distinct, modern culinary style."
The menu features truffled chicken liver pate with marsala onion marmalade, Chianti-braised short ribs and carbonara with pecorino, pancetta and a poached egg.
The restaurant's current rating of four stars out of 83 reviews on Yelp indicates an overall strong reception.
Yelper Natalie S., who was one of the first users to visit Mille Lire on January 18th, wrote: "Ok Mille Lire, you've got my vote."
And Yelper Liana R. added: "Dear Mille, Your food was fantastic. I loved that you were able to swap the bleu for the smoked mozzarella on my fig and truffle pizza, MUAH! Delish."
Mille Lire is open from 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.–10 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m.–11 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 5 p.m.–11 p.m. on Saturday, and 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m. and 5 p.m.–10 p.m. on Sunday. (It's closed on Monday.)
Pazzo Uptown
2680 Cedar Springs Rd., Uptown
Pazzo Uptown is a lounge and Italian breakfast and brunch spot with "a constantly evolving menu designed for the American Italian fusion enthusiast," the lounge and restaurant says on its site.
Menu offerings range from a raw bar with fresh oysters to ricotta-stuffed tortellini with smoked salmon to a 36-ounce tomahawk chop with salsa verde. Have grander tastes? Order the $75 Gold Digger cocktail, a rich blend of Gran Patron Platinum and Unicorn Tears Gin Liqueur.
Pazzo Uptown's current rating of 3.5 stars out of 54 reviews on Yelp indicates the newcomer is still finding its way.
Yelper Lindsay L., who reviewed Pazzo Uptown on April 27, wrote: "A little Italian, a little DALLAS, this spot definitely delivered a nice evening."
Cari N. noted: "We sat at the bar before being seated, great drinks. We had the ribeye cap. So tender — it was amazing! We loved this place! Recommend to anyone wanting a fun night out with excellent food."
Pazzo Uptown is open from 11 a.m.–midnight on Sunday–Thursday and 11 a.m.–2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
