Authentic Italian cuisine, attentive servers, and a festive ambiance make Partenope an absolute gem in 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. read more

Sat at the bar and basically told the bartender, "You drive." That man proceeded to go 3-for-3 like he 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. read more

First thing I gotta say: I absolutely loved, loved, lovedddddd our waitress! Second thing, come for the pizza and pasta! For my cocktail, I got the Godfather special which was delicious. The pull-apart pane bread is incredible and super addictive. It is a must have! I demanded a twirly pasta so we got the spaghetti al pomodoro and a pizza for our mains. The spaghetti noodles were cooked perfectly al dente and the sauce was nice and acidic. Of course I added a metric ton of cheese and made it snow. We also had the Gladiator pizza with vegan cheese because my friend Greg is convinced dairy is evil but I was super impressed with the taste. Would definitely come back here on any future trips to Dallas! read more

Partenope Ristorante - Spaghetti al pomodoro - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Decided to stop by for a date night since we were both craving Italian. This location is in a great spot downtown but I would recommend taking an uber or finding parking ahead of your reservation time. The service was okay but we were really shocked by the food. We order the zucchini fritters for our app and the breading overpowered the mashed zucchini. For my entree, I had the ragu and it lacked flavor throughout the entire dish. I could barely taste the meat and the sauce and the portion was pretty small for the price. The hot honey pepperoni pizza was good. I would stop by again for pizza only or maybe try a different pasta dish! read more

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They claim to have the 12th best pizza in the country, according to a plaque hanging on the wall. I don't know about that but the pizza was actually very good. Thin crust so if you don't want to fill up on dough just don't eat the edges. Fresh ingredients, very good service and pacing. Would return. read more

Fantastic food, service and Shelby was a join to have as a server. Down the street from our hotel this secret escape is set-up like visiting your nana's home for a delicious home cooked food. I had the margarita pizza and the hubby had the gladiator with chicken. We both finished our pies and shared the panzanella salad without any proteins. Fresh and delicious was the experience. The Zero proof pineapple mule which was recommended by our sever was refreshing and incredibly tasty. The restaurant is upstairs. After a few steps you are welcomed at the front by a greeter and it's a spacious yet intimate space for friends and family. Loved our experience and it's in the folder to recommend to others. read more

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Was the food good? Parte-nope. The place is attractive and dark, but the food wasn't that great. The $14 (not really) chopped salad was fine (romaine, artichoke, olives, provolone, cherry tomato, pickled onion, cucumber, parmesan, hot soppressata, and red wine vinaigrette). The two fresh completely fine $19 pizzas were bland, flimsy, doughy, and dependent on pepper flakes. How much flavor did the Montanara have with its (allegedly) flash-fried crust, mozzarella, marinara, and basil? Montanada. And the somehow bland mozzarella, whipped ricotta, lemon zest, mint, and zucchini of the Meta Di Sorrento made us Meta di Sorry we ordered it. read more

Partenope Ristorante - I should have asked for something else. The flat Diet Coke tasted like Christmas and syrup - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Solid pizza and pastas!! I definitely want to try this place in person and not delivery to get a better feel for the quality of the dishes, especially the pizzas. The salad was not the one we ordered, thankfully ubereats refunded us read more

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I had high expectations for Partenope and unfortunately they were not met. Service was really poor throughout the evening. After being seated, we waited for over 20 minutes and no one acknowledged us. It took one person in our party to alert the host before a server arrived, and he wasn't particularly friendly. Disappointing! We ordered many dishes, but the top three were the Burrata e Cavoletti, Fusilli Al Pesto, and Spaghetti Alla Nerano. The pastas were very fresh and flavorful! For pizzas, we tried the Montanara and the Meta Di Sorrento. Both were very mid and if you don't like smokey flavors I'd skip the Meta! And for dessert, my personal favorite was the lemon cake. The apple calzone wasn't served warm and the pistachio cake was just ok. read more

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Oh the pizza... I am still dreaming about that amazing dough. Absolutely amazing. The food was fantastic. For apps, burrata bruschetta and meatballs. The brushetta was best of both worlds. The boys really loved the meatballs. We got 4 different pizzas and we devoured them all. My husband was even stealing my crust. Absolutely great. Service was frustrating. I think our waitress had too big of an area. Examples, she would stop by and then disappear to another side of the room. Said we were ready to order. But she didn't have her machine. Ill be back in 90 seconds... 15 minutes later not back. Happened a lot. I was extremely frustrated but the amazing pizza will have us return. read more

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This place is cozy and the service is friendly and attentive. The bucatini was rich and the perfect size. The bread was amazing, would've loved more olive oil on it. Pricing was reasonable. Their pizza was voted in the top 50 US restaurants this year. I did not try the pizza but it did look amazing. read more

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I was downtown for a conference and was looking for good Italian food. I was intrigued by Partenope because of the GF noodles and I have been testing for gluten intolerance. It was within walking distance, and I got there right around open and sat at the bar. The wine was amazing, and these were the BEST GF noodles I have ever tried. When I ordered dessert, the waitress immediately pointed out the GF options which was amazing because it showed attention and care to a food sensitivity. I loved it so much that I scrapped our original dinner plans when my boyfriend flew in to explore and took him here. We requested the bar, as it was still busy, when we put our names on the waitlist and the hostess remembered and let us know as soon as a spot opened up. He had the beer, which he loved, and we shared an appetizer and each got pasta and dessert. He didn't have the GF noodles, but tried mine and he couldn't believe how amazing it was. In fact he said that if all GF noodles tasted like this, we could only eat GF noodles. If I'm ever just passing through Dallas again, I will go out of my way to eat here. The pictures are from my first visit when they just opened. read more

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I came here during my weekend in Dallas. I loved that I could easily walk there, the bar was very nice and comfortable to sit at, the food was phenomenal and I wish I could take this restaurant home with me! I had the burrata e cavoletti (brussels sprouts) and the polpette al sugo (meatballs) both on the appetizer menu because I was short on time and didn't want leftovers. Oh I also had the tiramisu and cappuccino!! I wish I had tried their piazza too!! Everything was amazing! read more

Partenope Ristorante - Meatballs! - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Absolutely outstanding. Some of the best Italian, specifically pizza, I've ever had. The Napoli Centrale was mind altering. John was a fantastic server and glad I took his recommendations. read more

Listen, this place delivers on ALOT. Walking in, feels like your in a cute Italy diner. Amazing decor and a homey atmosphere makes you feel both welcome and relaxed. We were immediately greeted and sat even though we were 45 minutes early. The server updated us on his favorites since it was our first time there. The appetizer we got was fried Brussels which were very good but I was sad we had a party of 3 and only 2 pieces of bread was given. Dinner was a pasta raging which was a TINY portion but thankfully the pizza we got was HUGE so we all ate on it. My daughter wasn't crazy about her salad either. For reference, this place is known for their amazing pizza so mostly, just get the pizza! Would definitely go back! read more

This is the best pizza I have had! And it was gluten free. I have had pizza in different parts of Italy, New York, and many other places. Whenever we come to Dallas we have to come here. It never disappoints. The service is amazing and the ambiance is cozy. For the pies, the difference is the crust- even the gluten free which is notoriously challenging. Be sure to check out the monthly special pizzas. read more

We had been wanting to try this place for years and finally got some take-out pizza. It's Neapolitan style pizza and may be my new favorite in dallas. The pizza definitely held up til the next day. You probably need to account for about 3/4 pizza/person; they are not big. The hostess was friendly and quick when I got there. The space seemed cozy and pretty. read more

Partenope Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Both the Carbonara and the Napoli Centrale pizza were fantastic. It was also my son's birthday and they brought out a very tasty tiramisu. The service was amazing and we can't wait to come back. read more

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Partenope has been on my "to-try" list for as long as I've been visiting Dallas for work. I decided to make a stop at lunch around 12pm on a Monday. The framed pictures and decor reminded of my Italian in-laws' house, so I felt the comfort of being at a home. The place was busy but not crowded, and I was able to get seated right away. I started at a table but noticed that the bar had an electric outlet. I moved to the bar and did a bit of work in between waits. Service was excellent. I mentioned to my server that I was on a time crunch and had to get to a meeting by a certain time. She and the kitchen came through with quickly getting my order to me and without compromising flavor or quality. I got the butternut squash bread salad, which was delicious. Loved the tender bites of squash, and the creaminess of the goat cheese was a nice contrast to the sweet lemon vinaigrette. The margherita pizza was great as well. I appreciated the generous amount of mozzarella. The marinara tasted bright and freshly made. I'm a fan of sweeter tomato sauces, but I thought Partnope was good. read more

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The front desk and servers made this occasion feel even more special. Everyone was welcoming and very polite, and my lord the food was incredible! We had the margherita pizza, meatballs, ragu, gnocchi, and scarpariello di mare. Every one of these dishes were spectacular. Some of the best pizza and meatballs I've ever had in my life. The sauce is immaculate. We also ordered the apple calzone, pistachio cake, and lemon cake. I really enjoyed the lemon cake, but the pistachio was the star of the show! The Apple calzone was ok, and is made per order, but there wasn't much filling and it wasn't that flavorful. It was the only item I wouldn't order again. read more

Partenope Ristorante - Meatballs and Margherita Pizza - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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While the entire world is on glp1s I feel it's my societal obligation to continue to bring my hearty appetite out in support of local businesses. Since relocating, each weekend I try to get to a new place. I'd come across an infatuation *best pizza in the America list and thought to myself I doubt highly anywhere in Dallas will make the cut. I was wrong, enter Partenope. I was so excited to bookmark another new Ristorante. I've been dipping into spots for lunches on weekends as that's what's most convenient vs trying to wrangle a rezzie for an evening. Since most of my dining is done solo, I haven't put too much emphasis on the vibe of a place lately. I can imagine what it's like when it's super busy and buzzing but I'm in acceptance with being able to try the food at a time that works best for me. I devoured an entire Calabrese pie, enjoyed a lovely glass of montepulciano (I liked this better than the Chianti), and topped it all off with their tiramisu and a cappuccino. Service was excellent. They also have tvs which I love, because I like the option of being able to watch a game or two when I eat. I'm totally that person, the one who will watch on my phone if there isn't a tv. There was a pizza/pasta class happening that seemed fun, but by the weekend I'm happy to just relax for a moment and have chef make my pie. I loved that they thanked me in Italian when leaving, it made lunch feel like a trip to Napoli. I'd happily return and recommend. Pizza is my absolute hands down most fav food ever and I can be a little bit particular about it. I LOVED Partenope's! A very well deserved spot on the best pizza in the US list. * https://www.theinfatuation.com/all/guides/best-pizza-in-america?ifsb=yes read more

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We found this place really close to our hotel in downtown Dallas. Saw it had some of the best pizza in the country so had to try it. We went on a Thursday no reservation figured it would be fine on a weekday and we were seated immediately. Inside was very dark and intimate definitely old school Italian restaurant vibes. For food we went with Burrata E Cavoletti so we could get some veggies for the night. The sprouts had a nice crunch to them. The bread and cheese is exactly how you want to start the meal. We planned on splitting the pasta and pizza so we got the Calabrese and the Spaghetti alla Carbonara. They deserve one of best pizza places in the country cause that is some of the best pizza I've had in this country. They were no slouch in pasta either. The carbonara was so smooth and creamy. read more

Partenope Ristorante - Spaghetti alla carbonara - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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My husband and I stopped by Partenope in Dallas before a comedy show last Friday night and were able to partake in their happy hour at the bar. We ended up splitting three apps of the HH menu and two entrees and were very full and satisfied at the end of our meal. The brussels were solid, the prosciutto was a nice contrast between the briny olives and the richness of the cured meat, and the bruschetta had a great fresh flavor from the herbs and tomatoes. Our favorite entree of the night was the fusilli al pesto; it was super fresh and bright and the pesto sauce was very aromatic. We did wish there was a little more textural contrast - it didn't come with too much pistachio or tomatoes, but maybe next time we'd add a protein to mix it up a bit. The pizza wasn't bad but the crust was pretty floppy so it was quite messy to eat and each piece needed to be folded up to stay intact without all the toppings sliding off. I'd probably ask for a pizza to be sliced into 6 instead of 4 pieces in the future. The hot soppressata paired super well with the sweetness of the honey and creamy ricotta, so that was definitely a winning combo. All in all a great quick meal before our show at the Majestic down the street. Would definitely come back for dinner if I find myself hungry in the area! read more

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I had a great time at partenope. Staff is great and the atmosphere so relaxing. It's a fun spot downtown and good to catch happy hour and some amazing Italian food. I had the tridente pizza and absolutely loved it! Can't wait to come back read more

Partenope Ristorante - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I had high expectations for this place. The happy hour wine was a great deal but nothing else really lived up to the hype. The lasagna was good, but not great. I also didn't like how a lot of the sauce was cold, while the inside was really hot. The deserts were also just ok, nothing special. The tiramisu tasted like one you could get from a grocery store. read more

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I've been wanting to try Partenope for a while so I was excited when we finally made it last weekend. We called ahead of time as Resy was glitching and were told that we could just walk in and likely wouldn't wait long. Arrived the host was helping someone with a takeout order. We waited. And waited. She never even looked at us or said. "Hi...just give me a minute and I'll be right with you.." 2nd host came to the counter (more than 5 minutes passed as we watched them buzz around and still not say hello). She finally looked up and said, "2"? Then seated us almost silently. We waited another 10 mins for someone to welcome us, say hi, or bring water, then a waiter appeared with a rushed, "Are you ready to order?" Umm....how about drinks? Specials? Anything?? We wanted a beer and were told the taps were empty and the only bottled option was Shiner. Rough start all around. Honestly, we were tempted to leave. It was that uncomfortable. We didn't. For the food: 1. Chopped salad was good, though it's not chopped at all, just a tossed salad. 2. Gnocci was delicious 3. Pizza was very tasty but the crust was strangely soggy/chewy. Maybe that's the style, but I kind of expected a bit of a crunch to it. The flavor all around was great. Our waiter disappeared (I'm assuming his shift ended?) without warning or letting us know someone else would step in. If I had to sum it up, it was almost like we were invisible the whole time we were there. Service can make or break an experience--it broke it for us. I'd consider trying the Richardson location in the future, but I think it'll be a while. read more

Genuinely so impressed by this place. We stopped in on a whim and had the best time. My husband got a pizza and I got a gnocchi, both were beyond our expectations. Their wine list was nice but we were just in for a quick lunch, service was fantastic as well. The atmosphere was lovely, definitely a nice date spot but was perfect for lunch as well. read more

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Wow! Great experience. In town driving for a major sporting event and my clients are Italian. After each event they would have me bring them here. I asked what was so special and they said the pizza is the closest they have found to Italy. So while I was waiting for them to enjoy their meal inside I ordered a pizza to eat for myself. It was amazing. Definitely worth a visit when in Dallas. read more

Partenope Ristorante - Margherita Pizza with prosciutto and artichoke added. - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Had a pre-show dinner here that we enjoyed very much. Service was great with a very thorough explanation of the menu and a great wine recommendation. Enjoyed the pizza so much that I'm considering going back for pizza dough lessons. Location is easy to find, was clean and spacious. read more

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Hannah was a great server. first time coming here, ordered pizza, tiramisu & cappuccino. pizza has a soft center & crispy crust. that was my one complaint. wish it was cooked more so it had a more sturdy crust. tiramisu was fantastic (but small) read more

Partenope Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

service was fine, pizza was great. i ordered the montanara and gennarino. both were baked beautifully and the crust is heavenly. i definitely recommend the gennarino! the soppressata added a perfect amount of kick to the pizza and brought out the flavors of the fresh basil! i love how homey and close the restaurant seemed too! there's lots of options for parking included street and accessible garage parking at elm street too. read more

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I've had Partnenope on my list for years and they did not disappoint! Definitely the best neopolitan pizzas I've had DFW. I totally get why they win awards each year. FOOD: Pizza was outstanding! The creative touches for the ingredients for each pizza is top tier! We tried the Montanara, Margherita, and the Gladiator. All were divine, but Montanara was my fave. The crust is flash fried, which takes the pizza to another level! The smoked mozzarella on the Gladiator is divine. SERVICE: Service was cool. Our server was nice enough, but it was a busy evening, so we could feel her urgency a little bit whenever she was at our table. AMBIANCE: Buzzy with really cool decor. read more

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I personally love this Italian spot. It's one of my favs. It's a mom and pop feel inside and very spacious so they can accommodate large parties. I have love all their pasta and pizza really have never been disappointed here! read more

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Hands down the best pizza and pasta restaurant in Dallas. Large cocktail and wine menu as well with outstanding service.

Partenope is a restaurant that creates a vibe when you walk in. From the furniture, color choices, and photos on the walls it's promises a nice dinner connected with a history and heritage that food can speak to. They have a bar area as well as tables and booths. The drink menu impressed me as they not only had a mock tail menu, the menu had a good variety of choices, and they weren't just over hyped mixed fruit juices. They had many special non-alcoholic drink mixes and botanical blends to make them something elevated and special. The server also helped me navigate which would speak to my palate the most and she was absolutely correct! For food we got an appetizer and pasta to share. The burrata e cavolette which was basically crispy Brussel sprouts, pesto, burrata, and crusty bread, and the la genovese a neopilitan pasta with rigatoni, beef, and onion. The appetizer blew my mind. I wish I hadn't shared as I wanted it all to my self. All the textures and tastes were keeping my palate dancing. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the meaty sauce was hearty and satisfying. Friends had ordered the lasagna, I was surprised it was pretty acidic and not developed in flavor, the noodles a bit to soft. It literally triggered chef boyardee memories. This confused me, as everything we had ordered was on another level. I don't know if it's a fluke or if this is how they normally make lasagna. I won't mark them off though for something I didn't order especially since I loved my meal so much. read more

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Had a very fluffy, cheesy, and piping hot oven fired "gluten friendly" pizza here. I opted for the margherita pizza after the waitress told me that the "GF" pasta is boiled in the same water and that the oven gets to 800 degrees. Good enough for me! It was incredibly delicious and everyone around me seemed to enjoy their food too. read more

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This place is like a casual Italian restaurant with a little extra flair. The place had a nice hum about it. We ordered the gnocchi, Calabrese pizza, tiramisu and torta. The gnocchi was nice a pillowy with a ton of flavor and a tiny kick. The calabrese pizza had a kick but great sauce to cheese ratio. The tiramisu was strong coffee flavor and the torta was mild with subtle sweetness. Service was quick read more

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Great. Would recommend to anyone great service and food. No wait and friendly staff. Would go again

The food was fabulous, definitely all made to order. Come hungry or ready to share. The restaurant was made to look like it was in an old Italian neighborhood, very cozy and comfortable. The server was very friendly and knowledgeable about all the dishes. read more

First visit. service great (Paige). Spaghetti Carbonara was dry with no moisture in the small serving dish. Not even a small amount of moisture/sauce. Who ever heard of an Italian restaurant with no Angel Hair pasta? Asked about garlic bread and it baffled them. Until they figure out how to make carbonara as a sauce with moisture and provide garlic bread or oil with bread as appetizers, I don't recommend. I'm amazed at the popularity of the place. read more