Dining at Brunetta Tinto & Pasta was such a treat--truly a delicious and elegant hidden gem. We…read morestarted with the mushroom appetizer, which was rich and full of flavor. The lasagna was absolutely to die for--perfectly layered, comforting, and unforgettable. We also had the steak, which was cooked beautifully and complemented the meal perfectly. The service was top notch from start to finish, attentive without being overwhelming. What really stood out was the ambiance--it was so elegant and inviting, it honestly felt like we weren't even in the RGV. A perfect spot for a special night out or when you want something a little elevated. Highly recommend!

I want to take a moment to recognize the outstanding service we received from Daniel Martínez at…read moreBrunetta Wine Bar - McAllen, TX. From the moment we arrived, his attention to detail was exceptional. He was professional, friendly, and genuinely attentive, making us feel truly welcome and valued as guests. Daniel has excellent knowledge of the menu, offered great recommendations, and was always present without being intrusive -- the perfect balance. Because of him, our visit was more than just dinner; it was a wonderful overall experience with top-level service. You can tell when someone truly enjoys their job and takes pride in providing great hospitality. We will definitely be returning, and a big reason for that is Daniel's service. Team members like him truly make a difference. Highly recommended.

Best place for Italian food, including big portion sizes, taste and value. Two can also share 1…read moreplate.

From the owner: At Zio's Italian Kitchen, we are proud of the food we serve and put our heart into every dish we…read moremake. Our Chefs take great pleasure in making each of our signature dishes fresh, right when you order. Our open kitchen is designed for you to enjoy not only the fresh and delicious food that comes from it, but the show that process generates as well. We want your dining experience to be as distinctive and unique as you are, and we believe it starts with our food and extends to the hospitality we provide to every guest who visits our kitchen. At Zio's, our casual and comfortable, open-air piazza atmosphere is designed to provide you with a fun and entertaining place for parties, informal get-togethers, and evenings out with family and friends. Come on in and sit at our table. We look forward to welcoming you and your family into our kitchen... and into our hearts.

Beautiful place, delicious food and great service, well be back and take my group of friend's to…read morecelebrate my Birthday in September.

Went to McAllen for a work conference and my group had an itching for Italian food. Read some great…read morereviews about Bella Mia, so we decided to give it a shot. First, a little hard to find. The address is a section of businesses, and the restaurant is located in section "D" of the complex. Once we entered, we were confronted by a very friendly staff who told us to sit wherever we would like. There was already a table of about 15 people, so that was a good sign. Ordered our drinks which were delivered very quick. Friendly waitress took our food order, and food was out in under 10 minutes. Portion sizes were very generous! I ordered the chicken parmigiana with fettuccine Alfredo. Wow!! It was so good! My husband ordered the eggplant parmigiana with spaghetti and red sauce and enjoyed it. While this was by no means the best Italian food I have had, I was amazed at the quality of good and the friendliness of the staff. I did not expect good Italian food in McAllen. Highly recommended!

This was not my first time at Il Forno. It is always so good. My partner and I had a date night. He…read moreordered the meat lovers pizza and I ordered the Bolgenese. Both were so delicious! We felt like we had to be rolled outta there. The waiter was attentive and friendly. He also recommended the Italian red for wine and it was good, too. We made a reservation and we were sat promptly. There was a nice crowd. Such a great, warm vibe. We loved it. We will always come back.

Nice and enjoyable location with friendly staff…read more The appetizers were great, the mango tea was amazing but the fire brick pizza, prosciutto and arugula was just okay. Definitely expected a bit more flavor and crunchier crust but I didn't ask for the extra crispy. Options were regular, crispy or extra crispy, I would have to try it extra crispy next time. Definitely have a nice bar and areas for intimate discussion or open areas to enjoy with family or friends.

Really good pizza. Even my non-pizza folks liked this one. We had it for our anniversary dinner…read morealong with some charcuterie and wine. I ordered the night before, they took payment over the phone and they had it ready for pick up next day, no problems or delays. Pizza flavor and texture didn't disappoint, many friends still ask me where the pizza from my anniversary night was from. Last week we tried grabbing some pizza to dinner in but unfortunately we made it 15 minutes after closing time (9 PM). Haven't been inside yet but I would like to go and check it out.

Quaint atmosphere and absolutely delicious pizza. We also had cheese sticks and fried mushrooms…read morethat were scrumptious. We highly recommend this restaurant.

Cafeteria style--Not even close--yeah I know Im 5 miles from the border of Mexico but I needed some…read moreItalian!! The sauce was terrible--the pasta terrible--the meatballs inedible! Even the salad dressing in the envelope was terrible. What was I thinking.

Do not recommend. Ordered online through drive thru, did not got the pizza I order and only 2…read moreslices out of 4 that I paid for, nor did I get the cheesecake that I also paid for and the order of breadsticks were also not in my order. Do not spend your money or time here. I wasted my money, never again will I come here.

Our waiter Nathan was attentive. The photos pretty much speak for themselves. I enjoyed my meal…read more This place looks and feels like you are eating at grandmas place. Super chill place.

The service was mediocre, at best & the food took over an hour. The waitress treated us differently…read moreand did not make us feel welcome right from the start.

We recommend this restaurant!!! Excellent food!…read moreExcellent service!!! Amazing place!!!

Food was just so so. Not as good as I expected. I was ,…read morehowever, able to stay in my car and have my order delivered to me. That was a plus. Their sign says Pasta Company and in smaller letters "Malfitany".

We ordered pizza from here on 5.26.24, late at night, stuck in an airport hotel due to a flight…read morecancellation. The feelings needed to be eaten. Stefano's came to the rescue at the last minute through Door Dash, the pizza showing up hot and heavy. We ordered the 14 inch Cheese Pizza topped with beef, jalapeños, onions, and olives. It had a unique taste coming from I don't know what - and it was delicious. The jalapeños were especially spicy, which was a plus. I very much recommend this for good local pizza.

Great pizza! Everything pizza or plain cheese!…read more Delicious!!! I've eaten there inside and outside. Both pleasant areas. Best thin New York style pizza!!!

This was a great restaurant. Atmosphere was wonderful!…read moreService was attentive & friendly. Group of 5 - we each tried different items and ALL were delicious. Definitely will be back

We decided to try a new place while we were in town - glad we did!…read more The place has a bit of an upscale vibe but folks were dressed from dressed up to somewhat casual. Our server was Sublany and she was awesome. Very personable and her recommendations were spot on. We decided to start with the Calamari with sun dried amogio. The calamari were large and prepared perfectly. The sun dried amogio was amazing - great flavor and some heat - the perfect pairing with the calamari. Great start! We tried the soup of the day which was something we'd never heard of much less eaten. It was a green bean soup - the beans were puréed with cream, some cheese and red pepper flakes. We weren't sure how it would taste by Sublany highly recommended it so we went for it. It was really good - the flavor was subtle but great; nice and creamy. We would definitely order it again. For our entrees my wife tried the salcicce which was pappardelle, fennel sausage, roasted red bell pepper, marinara, caprino and red pepper flakes. It was also very good - the pasta was prepared perfectly and the flavors all worked very well - another hit. I selected the lamb chops which were frenched lollipops, blue cheese cream and an arugula salad. The chops were perfectly prepared and the blue cheese cream on top was amazing - made very good chops excellent. The arugula salad also had a great flavor. I would also order this again. For dessert we decided to share a Hand Pie which was an apple pie with caramel drizzle and ice cream. The texture of the dough was great and the apples had a great cinnamon flavor which worked well with the caramel drizzle and the vanilla ice cream. This place was great! I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a bit more upscale than the run of the mill restaurants!