Oh boy! Where do I even start? The food!? Riveting, I simply CANNOT explain the taste. Maybe I could waterboard you with flavor, or dance on your grave with sauce, and ONLY THEN. A man could begin to feel the excitement I felt three nights and 2 days ago. The waitstaff were the kindest most attentive bunch I've ever encountered in my 65 years of well expressed savory of this grandiose existence! as an italian food coinsure I would give a million stars, a TRILLION stars!! Entire nebulas worth of stars would suffice. NOT TO MENTION THE ATMOSPHERE PROPS!!!!! read more

It is with extreme sadness, I learned today Piccolo's has CLOSED PERMANENTLY According to their website they closed with more debt than assets. Gift certificates cannot be refunded. We've lost another wonderful place for dining in the Ozarks. read more

Nice place, the staff, hostess& server were friendly. Unfortunately food was Not. Pasta was Mushy, Chicken VERY DRY, Breadsticks were warm , soft good. Spinich Dip Alittle Watery Cheese didn't look like it was broiled (top) enough. The food was not reflective of Good Quality Itallian food Sadly , Olive Garden would of been better.. Will not be returning. read more

No longer serving in house. Only do to-go orders. Would not recommend. Food is not as good.

Piccolo is definitely a gem in this part of town. Visiting from a small farm in Purdy, MO, there's not too many options, let alone a solid Italian restaurant. At first glance at the menu, I was pleased to see how affordable the restaurant is. Hands down, this place beats Olive Garden to a pulp, but is it the absolute best Italian I've ever had? No, but the value is worth nothing. My brother, mother, and got three different dishes. I got to have a little taste of everything. I thought their tri-tip steak most certainly tender with a great color and temperature. It paired nicely with the au jus, which was savory but lacked some richness--still, I would absolutely prefer it with rather than without. Scallops were seared ideally and also were soft to cut. This chef has wonderful temperature control. The flavor, however, was a bit lacking, but there were some additives at the table, such as lemon and salt that could be used at the customer's discretion. The eggplant parmesan was breaded and fried well with a crunchy outer texture and soft but not mushy interior. The seasoning on them was balanced and flavorful. Spaghetti was... spaghetti; it's a classic dish--its nothing exciting, but you definitely wouldn't be upset if you ordered it expecting a classic take on the pasta. I found their presentation of the carni ravioli to be quite exciting, however, I was quickly disillusioned after taking my first few bites. I quickly began to think, "why didnt I just get lasagna?" To me this was basically a Italian sausage deep dish pizza without the crust but instead replaced by thicker, al denta pasta dumplings scattered within this bath of tomato and cheese. As with anything, Italian sausage can be extremely overpowering (saltiness). I would've much preferred having even layers of pasta sheets with ricotta cheese and maybe lessen the sauce to pasta and meat ratio. Alas, out of the three dishes, this was my least favorite, but it certainly is a beaut, and if you happen to love Italian sausage and love to get full on ravioli, this may actually be a knockout for you. I thought we got placed with a pretty good waitress. I found her very quirky, funny, sweet, and attentive. My family thought she was a bit intense, but I appreciated her additions to the conversation. Waters were never empty and food came out at a pretty reasonable pace, so full points there. There seems to be a little bit of condensation drip issues from the above ventilation that some customers next to us were complaining about, but otherwise, this place is a lovely restaurant with a lot of charm. If invited, I would come here again. Cheers. read more

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I'm so glad they opened back up. Last night I went with a friend who had never been.. I was just going to do the regular eggplant Parmesan or chicken Parmesan because I've had theirs and I know it's amazing. Someone suggested the seafood cannoli. I'm so glad I tried it. It was phenomenal. You could taste all the seafood and got big chunks of lobster, shrimp and scallops in it. The server was so nice to sub out the side of pasta for a different side and I chose the jalapeño brûléed corn. Oh my goodness. So good! They never disappoint on quality. My friend was very happy with her dish as well and couof not resist the dessert tray. We will be returning read more

Piccolo - Jalapeño bruleed corn rigatoni - Italian Near Me - Nixa, Missouri

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I came out for a mom's night out with four other moms on a fun Saturday night. All the other moms have been to this restaurant many many times, and they all had regular menu items that they all raved about. I was the lone first timer. We ordered the nachos as an appetizer and the rest of us had either salmon or pizza or pasta as our main dish. The portion sizes are generous in between the appetizer and the meal we were satisfied and we didn't need dessert. This seems to be the place that everyone goes to as their go to night out. I would like to return for another fun dining experience soon.!! read more

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We were so excited to find Piccolo, the continuation of the legacy started at D'Arpino's Italian Cafe. We ate at D'Arpinos for years but moved away before it closed. I have craved the cheese tortellini since but thought I'd never get anything close to it again. So when I saw it on the menu, I couldn't wait to try it--SO good and just as I remembered! My husband chose the Carni Ravioli with a side of homemade meatballs and he raved about how delicious it was. The pastas were served with salads and garlic bread making it a great value. We chose to get desserts to go. They were moist and delicious--including a vegan chocolate cake. Overall, the restaurant was casual and comfortable. We sat at the bar and the service was excellent. Can't wait to go back! read more

Piccolo - Cheese Tortellini baked with blush sauce - Italian Near Me - Nixa, Missouri

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Our family ate at Piccolo tonight and it was fantastic. The server was great and the food was super. My son and I had the tri-tip special. The steak was so tender, it melted in your mouth. I would love to have it again. It was worth the wait for Piccolo to reopen. Thank you. read more

Best Italian food in the Springfield area. I'm not a big Italian food fan but the authenticity and flavor in their food changed my mind. The Italian nachos are amazing as are many of their entrees. I've tried about half of the menu and haven't been disappointed. The family that owns it also there everytime and usually come by during our meal just to chat. Service is phenomenal and the dessert menu is equally impressive. Especially that Salted Caramel Ooey Gooey Butter Cake! read more

Had our 22nd anniversary here just the two of us. Place was busy with a large private group but the food, service and ambience was great. We both had pasta with chicken dishes that were light and with angel hair pasta. We ordered a bottle of champagne which was waiting us when we got there and they comped our dessert with the ooey, gooey, butter cake with salted carmel was out of this world and we ordered two more pieces to take home. Awesome people serving us. Thank you! read more

I'm Italian and I normally don't go out and eat Italian, because I cook it. I love Piccolo's! Great atmosphere, excellent food, and priced decent. They make you feel like family. read more

Service and ambiance was great. Food was mediocre. We ordered : chicken Alfredo- maybe 3 oz chicken on the dish which was disappointing. Chicken parm was great. Ethan's pasta- more of a red sauce that olive oil. 3/5 Buffalo chicken ziti was great. Overall pasta was mushy on our dish and ravioli was ok. I probably wouldn't go again, but won't say it was bad. Def not 4.8 stars read more

If you're within an hour of Piccolo, it is WORTH the drive for an amazing Italian experience. For context, we spent ~$25 per person for a table of 5 and this was incredibly reasonable. First off, the Spinach Dip Skillet and Cheddar Bacon Rollups are phenomenal table sharing appetizers. Our server Brooklyn was incredibly knowledgeable and helped tremendously with all our questions for the menu and wine! The Pasta con Broccoli and Chocolate Cannoli were particularly outstanding. read more

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Delicious as always. Server was super friendly, prompt with our order, and as always - willing to accommodate changes to menu items. Music/Noise volume was a perfect level, we were able to visit without having to yell. read more

Piccolo - Penne Valentine but with angel hair pasta. - Italian Near Me - Nixa, Missouri

Isabella served us today on our first visit to Piccolo Contemporary Italian restaurant. She was very helpful in describing appetizers, entrees, and even in detail the deserts as we have good friends with celiac. Hey celiac people...this is your restaurant!!! The food here is outstanding! No joke!!! We truly enjoyed the ambiance as it is relaxing yet with a subtle upscale Italian flare. Here's a tip, reservations are highly recommended for Friday and Saturday evening and fill up quickly, even a week ahead! Sunday early afternoons are not as busy, at least for now. read more

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Great food. Chicken piccata! Good happy hour specials. Good service. Glad to have them back open.

One of our favorite places to go. The Italian margaritas are fantastic. Make sure you make a reservation or do take away

Finally get to take the kids here to eat. It was a busy sunday and they have a table for us, make me so excited. Its been a long time that I have eaten here. The best thing they have here was the garlic bread and cheese stick! It was very addicting and one of the best I ever have. We all got different pastas and it was super yummy!! The kid got spaghetti and meatball and seafood ravioli. I got one of the specialty pasta, forgot the name, but it was stuff seafood cheesy pasta roll with lobster bisque sauce. It was very yummy. Happy with the food and was too stuffed for the dessert! I will come back and try some other Delicous entree they have! read more

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Nice atmosphere and pretty decent food. The mozza knots were not worth getting and were very tasteless. The salads were both great. The complimentary garlic bread was fantastic! My aunt liked her pork chops a lot, and loved the creamed corn even more. Maybe I've had a lot of gnocchi but this was one of my least favorite gnocchi dishes--it seemed like it was packaged gnocchi you could get from the grocery story and not cooked. The sauce and sausage were really tasty though! read more

Piccolo - House salad, mozza knots - Italian Near Me - Nixa, Missouri

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We stopped into Piccolo on a whim after moving in across the street, and it quickly became one of our favorite spots. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was stunning--cozy yet sophisticated, with a modern vibe that made us feel like we were dining in a big city. The décor is thoughtfully designed, creating the perfect backdrop for an exceptional dining experience. The staff at Piccolo truly sets it apart. Everyone, from the hosts to the servers, was incredibly friendly and attentive. As someone with a professional background in marketing and guest experience, I was blown away by the quality of the team. Their focus on guest satisfaction and attention to detail was clear, and I appreciated that no one was distracted by cell phones. It was refreshing to see a team so dedicated to creating a wonderful experience for their guests. The menu was a delight--so many amazing choices that it was hard to decide! We finally settled on the Cheese & Bacon Lasagna Roll-Ups as an appetizer, followed by the Cheese Tortellini and Chicken Parmesan for our entrées. Everything was incredible--10/10 on flavor, presentation, and portion size. For dessert, we indulged in a slice of fresh strawberry cake, which was the perfect way to end the meal. Every bite was worth the price and then some. We loved Piccolo so much that we immediately booked an 8-top for the following weekend to celebrate my birthday. I can't recommend this place enough--it's the perfect spot for making memories, and I'm excited to return many more times. If you visit, I highly recommend asking for Chloee K--her service was outstanding and made our evening even more special. If you're in Nixa or Springfield, do yourself a favor and visit Piccolo. You won't be disappointed! read more

Very good Italian food. Exceptional service and a pleasant atmosphere. Had the Italian Trio the Manicotti is excellent. We opted to share a Cannoli for desert. If you never had one Piccolo's is a very good example of how they should be made. Great Food I highly recommend and I will return. Don't forget to make a reservation. read more

Just finished my Chicken Parm from Piccolos in Nixa, Mo. This is the 3rd. time I have ordered this dish, and the 3rd. time I have been disappointed. It seems like this dish was not freshly made, but reheated, again. Piccolos was one of our favorite restaurants. This may have been made a day or two ago because they do that to make it Alpha-gal safe, or they may always make it ahead. Won't be going Bach. read more

A lot of confusion with staff, mediocre for food, cold and drafty where we sat, not a high end place, kinda seemed thrown together for a profit. Don't recommend it honestly. read more

Food was amazing. We got a to go order and there was plenty of food and it tasted great.

The staff and the atmosphere created a warm, cozy and inviting experience. Very knowledgeable and the bartender muddled a perfect few Italian Old Fashions. The Balboa Meatball appetizer was melt in your mouth amazing. I'm craving it again writing this the morning after. Topped with fresh goat cheese and their signature red sauce just knocked it out of the park. Add these to your spaghetti or any dish for an indulging experience. The Spin Dip was unique and delicious. Creamy and amazing paired with the pizza dough knots. You can taste the freshness of the spinach. The Antipasto salad was very good. Nice big fresh chunks of capicola and salami, sharp pepperoni. Excellent salad with their house Italian dressing! Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Scallop & Shrimp Fettuccine was absolutely fantastic. The combo of pan-seared U10 Scallops and grilled Argentinian pink shrimp basking in their roasted spicy cream sauce and with the thicc fettuccine noodle was a true chef's kiss! My daughter got the 1855 Ribeye grilled to a true medium rare. Let's just say as a steak connoisseur, I have to step up my grilling game. Perfectly seasoned with a nice crust searing and the melting butter on top took my tastebuds for a cruise down tasty lane. She leveled the garlic mashed potatoes like they weren't even there, so I didn't get to try them. Daughter's BF got the grilled salmon and he's the pickiest eater I've ever allowed in my house. He ate the whole thing and said it was the best meal he's ever had.. That's an entire review all in itself if you ask me. The Salted Carmel Butter Torte, oh my. They say "save the best for last" while everything was the best it was the best thing to finish the entire experience. I'll be having dreams about this dessert. It's almost indescribable. Just try it and you'll understand the true meaning to sweet and creamy happiness. read more

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The service was absolutely fantastic. Would definitely recommend this place for a wonderful night out. Go check it out!

Ambiance was lovely, wine was okay. The house Merlot was better than the glass we got that wasn't on tap. Food was good. Huge servings. And delicious bread as a starter. read more

Fabulous, good quality entrees and amazing desserts! Thank you piccolo for coming into our food world we're OK with reservations only it's so worth it!! read more

It was alright. I wouldn't go there for a special occasion but it's nice. It has the basic fare to choose from that you'd expect from a smaller size Italian place. I got the chicken parmesan which was cooked well, and the pasta was cooked just right. It was a good atmosphere, the staff was extremely nice as well. I give it a four out of five simply because there was nothing fancy going on there. It would, though, need nice enough for a first date. I will go back if I'm in the area. read more

Piccolo - Ceasar salad - Italian Near Me - Nixa, Missouri

Very friendly staff. From the first person who greeted us at the door to the server and manager who were very attentive. We had a lovely experience and would absolutely return if nearby again. The vegan food was exactly as described and delicious. If the vegan NY cheesecake is available, it's made locally and out of this world. read more

Piccolo - Vegan NY cheesecake - Italian Near Me - Nixa, Missouri

Delicious food. Great service! Nice ambiance! Been there twice already. Close to home. read more

Excellent service and delicious food. The meatballs stuffed with cheese were amazing. It took a bit to get in but we reserved a time online and were seated immediately upon arrival. I would definitely recommend. read more

Cannot express enough how delicious this place is and the servers were so kind. We were seated in a room with a large group and still were well served and treated as important as the table of 10! Make a reservation! We had 7:30 reservations and were accommodated accordingly. We enjoyed fried ravioli and salads: Caesar salad was delicious! Our entrees were: baked buffalo chicken penne and seafood cannoli! Was so shocked how good the buffalo pasta was and the seafood cannoli was delicious!!! We also enjoyed dessert: tiramisu and Carmel butter cake. Take your mama, your wife, your girlfriend, your kids and go! read more

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Love this place they have the best food , service, and amazing staff. We go there for special occasions and have ambience

We moved to Nixa from the KC metro. Piccolo was a hidden gem. This is our favorite place. They have consistently good service, friendly staff. Modern design to the restaurant, has seasonal outdoor seating (with heaters). You won't be disappointed. read more

What a gem! Found their listing on Yelp! It was a Wednesday evening and we arrived between 5 and 5:30. We didn't have a reservation and there were no tables available for 2 hours! They could seat us on the heated patio....so glad we accepted their invitation. Service was wonderful and the food was amazing. There were four of us. We each ordered something different--lasagna, Buffalo chicken pasta, veggie pizza and eggplant parmasan. All were delightful and half price wine was a nice bonus. We shared a slice of caramel gooey butter cake....it was so rich and decadent. I highly recommend Piccolo read more

Piccolo - Lasagna. Not the best picture but it was amazing - Italian Near Me - Nixa, Missouri

Best Italian in Nixa, Springfield, Ozark, SOMO hands down!!!! Lunch on Sunday; luckily, we were able get a table as they do recommend calling in advance to scheduling a reservation. Appetizer: Fried Beef Raviolis B+ All it needs is a heavier dusting of parm. The marinara was on point and tasted homemade. Entrees: (2) Chicken Parm that comes with a side of Fettuccine Alfredo A- Outstanding flavor, the chicken was cooked flawlessly, and the breading was nearly perfect. The marinara again was on point with flavor. (1) Italian Trio - Lasagna, cheese-stuffed manicotti and beef-stuffed raviolis (not fried like the appetizer) All three complimented each other so the dish didn't become a one note symphony of flavor. The entrees all came with your choice of House or Caesar salad. This is my only negative comment. The kitchen was a little heavy handed with the dressing on both the House and Ceasar salads. Now, most restaurants you are begging for more dressing, so erroring on the side of too much, is okay with me. Desserts 1. Tiramisu - The best in Springfield 2. Salted Caramel Butter Torte - Solid B+ (A sprinkling of powdered sugar would put it over the top) 3. Chocolate "Bella" Cannoli - Now I'm not a Cannoli fan, but this Cannoli was good! I would not hesitate to recommend Piccolo's to anyone who is asking advice on where to have a night lunch on the weekend or a more formal dinner during the week. BTW the Margarita menu looks great too! We will definitely visit Piccolo's again. Maybe a few Andes mints or some buttercream mints at the end of the meal would definitely have made my rating a 6 out of 5 stars!!! read more

Stopped in on our way back from Branson. I loved that there are vegan options. The "cheese" in the vegan knots melt in your mouth. I got the vegan house salad, which had a bit too much dressing on it but was a good size salad portion. I would ask for dressing on the side. The vegan pesto was lovely. I would recommend the place to friends. The hostess and waitress were friendly. Decor was cute. They also offered regular and vegan breadsticks read more

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This was a terrific find! We were trying to go to Lambert's but it was just too busy so we landed here on a Sunday afternoon. The service was impeccable! The food was very good. I had the eggplant which I'd highly recommend. The bread sticks are great and everyone liked those. One son ordered buffalo dish and did not like so u shared mine as portions are large. Another ordered fettuccine and liked it but I tasted and felt it was too much garlic so I didn't take that home. Get a traditional dish here and can't go wrong. Oh the house salad was fantastic too! read more