Italian food is renowned for its rich flavors and simple, fresh ingredients. Traditional dishes often highlight the vibrant taste of ripe tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and high-quality olive oil. We found a few restaurants in Frisco that should be visited if you're craving authentic Italian food.
Salute
Salute Italian Restaurant, a hidden gem located on FM423 boasts a rustic Italian atmosphere where every corner exudes warmth and charm.
Salute’s menu features hearty homemade and authentic Italian favorites. Each one of their entrees is rich and flavorful. Indulge in mouthwatering dishes like the chicken parmesan with spaghetti, chicken Frances with lemon and white wine sauce, and the creamy tortellini pesto. The craft cocktails and desserts are just as noteworthy. The attentive staff, well-versed about the menu, provide personalized recommendations and address every need enhancing your dining experience, making each visit feel truly special.
Gallo Nero Italian Bistro
Located at the corner of Legacy and Lebanon, Gallo Nero is a family-owned, local favorite with a casual atmosphere, making it a fantastic spot for families and friends to linger over an incredible meal. The service is superb, and the portions are generous and always freshly made.
Enjoy a selection of flavorful dishes like chicken primavera, rigatoni vodka, or linguine with white or red clam sauce paired with a glass wine. With simple ingredients, homemade cooking, and welcoming hospitality, this neighborhood Italian restaurant will soon become one of your favorites.
Lombardi Cucina Italiana
We've visited Lombardi's at The Star District multiple times, and each visit has been exceptional. From the lovely floral accent wall to the wine cellar, olive trees, and Venetian chandeliers, the ambiance sets the stage for a memorable dining experience even before you sit down.
Some of our favorite dishes at Lombardi’s include the prosciutto and burrata, risotto al funghi porcini, and the Mediterranean branzino. The extensive wine list and beautifully crafted cocktails, picture perfect for Instagram, add to the allure.
With top-notch service, Lombardi's is ideal for a romantic date night or an elegant girl's night out.
Pizzeria Testa
Pizzeria Testa offers casual dining right in the heart of Frisco at Frisco Square. Fresh, light, and pure, authentic Neapolitan pizza is prepared in their open Italian kitchen and brings a few simple ingredients together in a way that’s both satisfying and full of flavor. Prepared according to time-honored tradition, the pizza is soft, chewy, and rich. You’ll experience a wide range of flavors and textures in the delectable collision of food and art. Favorites like All Italiana antipasti and pinoli and prosciutto insalate are served up beautifully. The peppe pizze rosse is a true taste of Italy. The ample wine list and beer on tap will ensure you have a perfect pairing for your meal.
Don't forget about the patio dining option at Testa that spills onto the lawn at Simpson Plaza.
Even More Delizioso To Try
Other Italian favorites you must try according to locals are Pietro's Italian Bakery, Baonecci, and Cane Rosso.
Pietros is a family-owned Italian bakery renowned for its freshly baked bread, cakes, pastries, and cannoli. It also offers a traditional Italian menu featuring savory soups and pastas. Cane Rosso, located at The Star, is celebrated for its authentic wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas and fresh pastas. Baonecci is a beloved local favorite for classic Tuscan comfort food, known for its handmade pastas and exceptional sauces.
No Italian meal is complete without dessert. Make sure to go get a slice of Italian Cream Cake at Salute or savor every last bite of the Limoncello at Lombardi Cucina Italiana.
Buon appetito!
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