We started with tender meatballs and house-made focaccia, then tried the Cacio e Pepe, Spicy…read moreGemelli, Pesto Rigatoni, and Bolognese. Everything was excellent, including the gelato topped with whipped cream, pistachios, and olive oil. Attentive service, a casual modern atmosphere, and plenty of plaza parking.

We visited for our anniversary and loved our dinner and experience. If you like garlic and…read morerosemary, order the bread and meatballs! It was the best focaccia bread I've ever had, even better than Italy I think... Very happy with the center cut steak, charred with good flavor yet still medium rare in the middle. Flavorful broccolini and polenta to compliment. The Cacio e Pepe was certainly the most peppery we have ever had compared to other spots. We still enjoyed it very much. Great attention and friendly service from the staff! they greet you about your birthday or anniversary, but no complimentary items (which is understandable considering majority of customers likely come here to celebrate) Additional Note: there is no happy hour from 6-9 at this location!

Kenny's Italian Kitchen -- Exceptional in Every Aspect!…read more Perfect! Let Chef Kenny Bowers and his fabulous team take you on an epicurean journey through the wonderful flavors of Italy! From the moment we arrived, we knew we were in for something special. Our hostess, Valerie, warmly welcomed us and introduced us to a dining experience reminiscent of the Rat Pack era of the 1960s. The walls are covered from floor to ceiling with framed photographs of historic figures and local patrons. The classic red-and-white checkered tablecloths complete the nostalgic atmosphere. Our server, Jocelyn, was outstanding! Her descriptions of the menu were thoughtful, informative, and delivered with genuine care. We began with fresh bread accompanied by a tableside preparation of balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and a light touch of pepper. So good! Our appetizers included calamari and a trio of bruschetta. Both were delicious! The house salad with Italian dressing was another excellent choice. For our main courses, we selected two combination plates. The first featured lasagna and shrimp scampi -- the best shrimp scampi in Dallas! The second featured lasagna and four-cheese ravioli with red sauce. Every bite was delicious! Adding to the experience was the wonderful background music, featuring Frank Sinatra and other legendary performers of the era. It was the perfect complement to the restaurant's old-school Italian charm. Throughout our meal, Jocelyn anticipated our every want and need. She is truly a professional who understands the art of providing stellar service. During our dinner, we were personally greeted by the manager, Cody Hancock. Here is a gentleman who knows his craft, understands how to build an exceptional team, and genuinely cares about making every guest's visit memorable. His personal attention, combined with Jocelyn's outstanding service, made us feel truly special. That kind of genuine hospitality is becoming increasingly rare, and it deserves recognition. I could go on, but suffice it to say that Kenny's Italian Kitchen is exceptional in every aspect -- food, atmosphere, service, and management! Chef Kenny Bowers and his entire team have created something truly special. I highly recommend that you come experience it for yourself. Make it soon! See you there!

We had a fabulous night from beginning to end at Kenny's. The hostess sat us promptly at a great…read moretable. Our server, Chelsie, made the evening memorable with her warm, attentive and knowledgeable service. The food was made from scratch and absolutely delicious. Cody, the Manager, came out to check on us, which is a touch we don't see often and really appreciated. The whole experience was so good that Cody suggested we try the three Kenny's restaurants in the North Dallas area. Based on our first experience, we can't wait to try them. Highly recommend! Choice!

My husband and I ate here tonight for my birthday. The food was amazing and Ariana was our server…read more Service was exceptional and staff was very attentive. I would highly recommend this place. We felt like royalty.

This place never disappoints and always lives up to expectations for what Italian food is supposed…read moreto be like. I can with my family on 9-5-2026 and we ordered: Appetizers- meatballs, calamari, wild mushroom pizza; Entrees- gnocchi with braised short ribs, lasagna special; Cacio y Pepe and short rib with fettuccine carbonara. Cocktails. All amazing! Our waiter, Chris, was a rock star. Gina, wife to f the chef and owner came around to our table and this is how you do it in an Italian family!

My husband and I just had date night here and it was perfect! We started at their rooftop bar for…read moredrinks and an appetizer. It was a little too windy and hot for us, so we hurried downstairs to enjoy dinner afterwards. I'm sure the rooftop is much more comfortable during different weather conditions, and they can't control the weather, so don't let that deter you. The dining room was packed! We didn't have reservations, so we ended up at the bar, but the bar tender, Izzi made our experience feel so elevated! He was charismatic, charming, and genuinely interested in getting to know us! He was knowledgeable about the menu and had tons of recommendations for us! We ended up getting the bolognese and lasagna. Both dishes were hearty, delicious, and had plenty for leftovers later. Needless to say, we sat at the bar, but Izzi made us feel like we were sitting at the most important table in the house! The entire bar staff seemed very "elite". The owner should give them all a raise and the customers should tip them well!

The ambiance & service was stellar! Patrick was very attentive, engaging, and extremely…read moreknowledgeable about the menu. Other staff members were welcoming and kind, as well. The restaurant is beautifully designed and decorated. Unfortunately, the food leaves much to be desired. We ordered the fritto misto, the gnocchi, and the lasagna. We had high hopes as we love authentic Italian food, but this did not meet the bar. I would return for drinks & fellowship with friends & family, but that's simply it.

What an absolutely fantastic Italian-American restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised by how great…read morethe pasta was. Started with the fried calamari and whipped ricotta with garlic bread. The whipped ricotta is an absolute must order and I'll definitely be getting that again. The calamari was good, but pretty standard fried calamari, although I loved the addition of the chilis. The portions are absolutely massive, so it's very easy to share dishes. I got the spaghetti and meatballs and they were an absolute delight. The meatballs were juicy, seasoned perfectly, and had a great texture. You can tell they're freshly made and use quality meat. Others at my table got the Chicken Parm Vodka and Tortellini Vodka, and both were rich, creamy, and delicious. The Chicken Parm portion was especially huge. The food here is a 10/10 and I'll be telling everyone to come here for some great Italian food. The restaurant itself is charming. The booths are huge and I loved all the photos and paintings on the walls. The Kingdom of Italy flag caught my eye too. Once the sun went down, the atmosphere really started to come alive. There are a few things I think Barsotti's could improve on. The bussers seemed a little underdressed for this type of restaurant, and some of their shirts were stained. We were also celebrating a birthday and specifically mentioned it in the reservation, so I was hoping for some acknowledgment. Our waiter was very nice and respectful, but I would have liked a little more interaction and explanation of the menu. Overall, the positives definitely outweigh the negatives. I'll be coming back and would recommend Barsotti's to others.

Pretty good. Always drove past the place I wanted to try it out. I remember reading about the name…read morechange fiasco. Came for 6pm dinner rez with my husband. I have plenty of parking in the back. Ordered the chilled crab claw appetizer and the portion was very generous. The crab meat was a bit firmer and drier than I expected, though that may simply be due to it being served chilled. Overall, we enjoyed it. For entrees, we shared the casino linguine vongole (clam pasta)- they split this on 2 plates for us, and chicken parm vodka (forgot to take a photo). Both were very good! We couldn't finish the entrees and so we put them in to-go boxes. I feel like they tasted even better the next day, lol. Service was great!

FOOD, SERVICE, AMBIANCE all were 5-STAR. Definitely worth a return…read more Much thanks to our server for the recommendations

The service was excellent and the pace and ambiance were great…read more We enjoyed the meatballs as an appetizer and they were very good, not only came with three. The bread service was not great as it was 4 slices of a baguette that were cold, not toasted, and very small. The agnolotti was very good, but again a small serving. The risotto on the other hand was large and loaded with seafood, but the risotto seemed a bit undercooked. However, the scallops were perfectly cooked. The dish is light on scallops, but has a lot of shrimp, octopus, and calamari throughout the risotto. Overall the meal was good, but with four drinks as well the price tag seemed a bit high for what we got and some portion sizes were on the smaller side.

I adore this place. Great food, ambiance is spectacular. Location is so convenient. Highly recommendread more

Loved the ambience!! They have multiple dining rooms and a patio. They do a good job of keeping…read morefamilies in one area and couples in another. I think that is a smart idea. Service was excellent on the evening we were there. We started with the mozzarella garlic bread, appetizer with spicy sausage. It's a huge portion enough for three people easily. Very good. Salads were nice and very fresh tasting. They certainly weren't bagged lettuce as you get in some restaurants these days. For entrées, the pasta Gianni was the big hit. Great flavor and you have your option on pasta and I chose penne. For dessert we had the special cheesecake which was amazing. Prices for wine, cocktails, and food are all very reasonable. We had a really nice time.

The food and is always great but recently I had the Seabass, which was the of the day and it was…read more fabulous! If you get and it's on the menu, never pass it up.

Have been back twice recently to celebrate birthdays, and both times Service, food, and…read morefriendliness was spit spot! We ordered everything from salad to calamari to fish to pasta to Pizza - no disappointment anywhere. They also acknowledged both birthdays, one offering a menu choice for a complementary dessert and the other bringing a tiramisu. Glad this restaurant is back on the top of my number one favorites!

Authentic Italian cuisine, attentive servers, and a festive ambiance make Partenope an absolute gem…read morein Downtown Dallas. From the bruschetta and meatball antipasti to the incredible pizzas, pasta, branzino, and deserts, everyone in our group of fifteen left full and happy. I spent two weeks in Tuscany with my family in June and the meal at Partenope felt like I had returned there for one more night to enjoy an amazing meal with friends.

Sat at the bar and basically told the bartender, "You drive." That man proceeded to go 3-for-3 like…read morehe had my taste buds' scouting report. Wine recommendation? Perfect. Salad recommendation? Perfect. Helped me land on the Gennarino? PERFECT. At some point I stopped making decisions because clearly this dude knew what I wanted better than I did. I'm just sitting there eating and drinking like, "Yeah, apparently you're in charge of my life now." And that Gennarino? Good lord. The whole meal was fantastic, but when the bartender nails every recommendation like that, it turns dinner into an experience. I'm 100% coming back. Hell, I'd consider buying a plane ticket to Dallas just to eat here again. Imagine explaining that expense: "Why did you fly to Dallas?" "Pizza." Understandable. No further questions.

Delicious Italian stop with excellent food, great service, and a good vibe. The inside is Italian…read morerustic and quaint. Our waiter was excellent and went over the specials and grabbed our drinks. We started with the calamari, which was also served with shrimp and vegetables, with an almost tempura-type fry to it. Delicious. We followed that with lasagna and also the lamb chop special. Both were excellent, and the lamb chops had a savory sear. We love that Knox Henderson area, and Taverns will definitely be a frequent stop.

Taverna is our go-to spot for a beautiful setting, great atmosphere, and excellent service…read more Two of our favorites here are the lasagna and the carbonara. It's definitely our top choice for Italian, ranking among the best in the DFW area. What really sets this place apart, though, isn't just the food--it's the service and kindness they provide. Thank you to everyone who makes this place amazing.