My boyfriend & I went there for lunch & were really disappointed. It took so long for our server to come to our table after we were seated, we almost left. When he did finally come over, he said no one told him we were seated in his section. Pretty lame excuse since he was going around to the other tables in the same section & we made eye contact several times. The food was just so-so when we did finally get it. The pasta was under sauced & no longer hot, the bread in the basket was room temperature instead of warm & we had to flag down the waiter to get some grated Parmesan. When he did bring the Parmesan, he acted like it was a huge inconvenience to have to grate it. There are other places locally that are nicer with much better service & not nearly as loud. We won't be going back here again. read more

Way overrated! The food and service was mediocre at best. The vast majority of what was served was reheated frozen crap. The so called salad was wilting and well on its way to rotten. read more

This is serious food. Simple recipes executed flawlessly. And, the beauty of it is that the menu has some great specials. So, you can almost always count on something a bit "different", even from the great regular menu offerings. And when it comes to wine, you won't outdo this place. And, they'll bring someone around for those wanna be wine aficianados. Really good. Among the best between Dallas and Austin. You won't be disappointed. read more

The Twilight Zone "Where should we go to eat this evening?", my wife turned and asked me as we headed out of the neighborhood. Though only Tuesday, it felt like a Friday as we'd worked through much of the weekend trying to catch up from a hectic work week. We had only been back to the Temple area for a few short months, but at last we were beginning to fall back into old routines despite the two-year absence. BJ's had become our go-to for dining in the area over the previous years because it had proven to be the singular establishment in the area that provided decent food and service for the price, and to do it consistently. However tonight seemed special and I impulsively said "How about Pignettis?" It had been over 2 1/2 years since we had returned to one our favorite spots in the area. At one time we had been wine club members as well as restaurant regulars, yet we hadn't made it back since our recent return. Tonight, would be that special night. Well, I was mistaken. The night was not in fact special. As we drove up to park, I was initially surprised by the light traffic in the Temple square, but then found myself tickled with the thought "Wow! What are the odds?! We're getting rock star parking!" The odds as it turned out...we're perhaps not so great. Little did I know that we had entered into the Twilight Zone. As we drove past the empty patio seating I remember telling myself I thought it strange that there were tumbleweeds blowing though the outdoor dining area. I thought for a minute I spotted a dog that looked like Toto in the light breeze...but I couldn't be sure. I snagged the fortuitous front row parking, and my family and I darted past the throngs of tumbleweeds to enter the front door. The young woman, who for the sake of the story we'll call the "hostess" looked up with a surprised look on her face and asked to see my ID. I responded that there didn't appear to be a need for this and that I'd like a table for three. My words echoed deeply off the faux stone walls of the dark and dank establishment. The girl, perhaps a lost daughter of a bar manager or something, asked if I had a reservation. I again sensed that something was off. A glitch in the matrix. Something. But I couldn't quite spot what the issue was. I did what all fools do and ignored that inner voice. They squeezed us into a nearly empty dining room that had one round table in the corner occupied by 7 middle aged farmers discussing the price of bacon and cotton that evening. We were seated next to them, I assume because they thought we were the type of family that is keenly interested in such topics. The sweet brunette waitress of 53 years old, snapped her gum as she asked if we'd care for a wine menu. After requesting a ripasso, she returned with a bottle that had the eerie appearance of an actual bottle of wine that you might sell at a restaurant...but appearances can be deceiving. As was the case this evening. For the first time in my life, when I tasted a sample of wine, after much ceremony with the bottle and presentation, I involuntarily reflexively spat out the putrid mouthful of viscous liquid all over the waitress in front of me. She demurred and stated she would send out the Sommelier to set things right. A brief 30 minutes later Armando came out with a replacement bottle that reminded of the Christmas wine they used to pass in church in small town New England. I saw his face morph, or twitch again, something that suggested to me once more that things were off. Yes, the building looked familiar but something was wrong. Something was very, very wrong. Our appetizers arrived with little fanfare, the crab fondue which resembled neither crab nor fondue, was thin in the way that an orphanage that lives off donations thins and serves its gruel on Sundays for the orphans. The mussels, a previous favorite, immediately brought with them an odor that seemed to be like a hidden door in the floor that conceals the numerous decaying bodies of a serial killer, and a flavor that reminded one of what perhaps the flesh on such a foul smelling thing might taste like, were circumstances ever so unfortunate. At this point I was looking for the cameras. But no one knows of Candid camera anymore, and I am old. I looked for something to explain what was happening. One of those 'Screw your Buddy Over' punk videos or something. But emptiness stared back up at me. The food arrived, posthumously, as I contemplated the miserable path of customer care in my lifetime. The once green beans, tortured to death in an oven, stared up at me like lifeless seaweed on a winter shore. I attempted to wrangle one but its cold lifeless grip slipped from my grasp. The waitress had reached retirement age before the check arrived and seemed to be demonstrating for worker's rights in some way by studiously ignoring us whenever we were looking for any semblance of service or assistance. read more

The first 2 times we went there and dined it was a wonderful experience. Their online system however conveniently didn't work and the most disgusting behavior from the manage on duty that Friday night made me never ever want to eat there again. We showed how receipt when we went and they said the food would not be ready for 30 min after waiting then we were advised we didn't have an order. Quite frankly that one experience did it for me. No manager has the right to elevate his voice on a customer especially when it was the restaurants issue. read more

Pignetti's is a great restaurant a booked my parents there on open-table for there anniversary they got dinner which they said was delicious and they got a free slice of cake because I told Pignetti's that they were on there anniversary I will have to be back again btw I was not there read more

Delicious food great service, and every kind of wine you could think of. Love the bread

From the atmosphere to the dessert, this place delivered in spades. I took the wife out for a Friday night on the town, and she has never been happier with a restaurant (that is a lot from a restauranteur's daughter). The osso bucco is worth every cent! Julian (sp) was very helpful in wine selection and Alex, our waiter was exceptional. We definitely are now regulars. If you happen to enjoy wine, they have a club you can join to sample new products. We joined the gold club and cannot wait until the first package comes! Who would've thought that such classy Italian fare would be in central Texas? read more

Pignetti's - Trying to squeeze in the limoncello cake... - Italian Near Me - Temple, Texas

Three of us, two from Los Angeles, one from Seattle, had the most surprising, excellent dinner in this semi-causal, yet sophisticated, treasure of a restaurant. All three of us are very well traveled and are used to amazing foods of all kinds. Pignetti's was flawless and anyone who says differently is flat-out wrong! I would write on and on about it but it would become tiringly repetitive as everything, from the wine list, wine, service, atmosphere, and food, was excellent.... oh yeah, and parking is super easy too. We've vowed to return as soon as we're in the area again and we can't wait !!! THANK YOU ! Mick, Mike and Anna read more

Great meal tonight, great service from Ryan a new waitperson. Arrived at 7, restaurant was packed. Luckily a 2 top was available. Thursday night is retail price on wine night. Got a great $40 bottle of wine for &28. Had the triple delight, succulent shrimp,chicken and Italian sausage with penne and a delicious sauce. My wife had the special, a delicious Cajun shrimp and linguini dish. Food and service was excellent in a very busy night. Lobster appetizer was a great start to a great meal. read more

The service was great and the food was amazing. I got the ribeye lasagna and it was some of the best lasagna I've ever had!

The service was impeccable, wine prices fair, wine selection outstanding, and the atmosphere was quiet and romantic, but that is where the good news ends.... food was subpar for the price point. We had the steak chimichuri appetizer.. it was scorched I had the triple delight.... portion was good but sauce was bland and one dimensional.. forgettable. My companion had the pork with seafood... scallops were overcooked and the sauce had very flat flavor profile. Won't be going back at these prices. Maybe lunch or happy hour it would be worth for average food. read more

The atmosphere was very intimate. My husband and I got to enjoy a quiet, peaceful dinner. The food was amazing. We have been to a lot of restaurants in this areas, and this is the best so far. They were a little pricey, but it was 100% worth it. It was so unique ( in a good way). My husband would like to add that it was the best pork chop he has ever had. read more

Superb Italian food. They have outstanding Osso Bucco on Friday nights. Everything we have had there is delicious

The food and service was exceptional! So nice to have such an upscale dining option close by! Highly recommend!

They are always Accommodating the staff is enjoyable the food is fresh and hot everything is great from to a evening meal, Haven't tested the wine yet being that I'm always the designated driver read more

Food and service was amazing! Best calamari of my life, hands down. Steak and pastas were wonderful, and the wine!

Fettuccine Pignetti and Margarita Pizza are our favorites!! Of course, you could just fill up on the yummy bread and oil. Great for carry out too! read more

The tiramisu is probably the best I've had in the state. I didn't have to make a reservation but I walked in an unusual hour for dinner. I'd consider returning just for the dessert. read more

This food is only fair, not OMG like everyone rants, maybe just Temple standards. We had a pArty of ten and it took almost a half hour to get drinks ordered and menus. In all, we finally closed the tab 2 1/2 hours later and it wasn't that busy on a Monday. Prices are average for Italian food and portions are adequate, especially after filling up on bread waiting an hour for your meal. Be forewarned that we got charged for two $11 glasses of house merlot which is unacceptable. Also there was a $10.50 mandatory credit card use charge ? and a built in 20% large party tip not labeled as such, and I almost double paid the tip. read more

Cap't Crunch was amazing. A great appetizer. The cheesy meatballs were good. The service was perfect. Chrystal was on her game and it was one of the best services I have enjoyed. Loved the Fettuccini Chicken. Rich sauce and plenty of chicken, perfect. Mom got the Mediterranean Pizza and son got the Pepperoni pizza. Good, taste true Italian. Then came the Chocolate Spoon cake. My wife could not stop. Even my son feasted on it. Cake for everyone and to go. On it!!! We will be back. read more

So good. The service was great. Brian is the best waiter they have. The food is amazing. You have to try the crab fondue

Try the pizza with goat cheese and plums. Very unique. Never saw anything like this elsewhere. Nice interior. Staff takes care of you.

The food here is outstanding! The tiramisu is out-of-control, the lasagna has ribeye in it and it was so delectable. Plus the prices are extremely cost-effective for something that I would consider pretty high-end food! They have a great wine list and good service too. read more

This is my husband and I's favorite date night spot! Everything is delicious and the wine selection is expansive and fabulous. We have had wonderful service every visit! read more

Second time coming, the wednesday wine tastings are a fun little activity. We came once the restaurants reopened following quarantine- dying to get out. They're doing everything safely and according to the requirements. Server warned us up front with the new regulations food would be coming out slower for safety but service was still quick and efficient. Our server Valerie was amazing very attentive without being to much at any point. Very knowledgeable of the wine list and more than capable of making excellent suggestions. Our appetizers and entrees were very good obviously returning again ! read more

They dont takes reservations on open table even with a confirmation number for mother's day.

Ambiance= Warm & Friendly Food/Wine = Excellent Service (Bethany) = Priceless Bravo! Excellent!!! read more

Our food was EXCELLENT! We ate outside on a beautiful evening, our experience was superb. My husband and I live in Round Rock and we were in town for the weekend. He had the steak and I had a salmon salad. Really nice to eat local, charming downtown area. I made reservations on Open Table. read more

Went there last night lobster ravioli was decent NOT worth the price at all (22 bucks). However the crab avocado bruschetta Amazing! As well as the creme brûlée. Saturday night seating was crowded you sit fairly close to other customers and risk getting elbowed by the editors carrying food. Our waitress was super sweet and I will definitely return :) read more

Pignetti's - Creme brûlée amazing! - Italian Near Me - Temple, Texas

Dark, noisy, great service, good steak, but not the best in town. Great wine selection. Tables candle lit, protected linen tablecloths. Waitstaff, sharp and professional. read more

Party of four on a Sunday afternoon. It was extremely loud with a large party seated next to us. Ordered four entrees, an appetizer for the table, a salad and desserts. The restaurant posted the Sunday hours as 11-3pm. At 2:00pm (before we ordered dessert or finished our meal), we were told the restaurant was closing an hour early since they had no other customers. WTF??? Out of the blue, the restaurant closes early while people are still eating?? read more

The quality is amazing there is nothing like it and I haven't even started on the food it also so good every time I come

This is an excellent restaurant not only for the menu but also the vibe and service is superb from the moment you walk in through their doors. read more

An Italian restaurant at the middle of central Texas but you will experience a dinner in a restaurant at the middle of downtown Rome. Good food, elegant setting with white table cloths and silverware. Great unmatched wine collection and great food no questions about it. read more

We had the butter nut squash ravioli. The cream sauce was rich and creamy. Very friendly and polite service. I will go again

In our opinion, this is one of the best Italian restaurants in the country, certainly in Tx. Their wine selections and prices are special.

Very good food and very nice place to eat! Great selection on the menu. Don't forget to order a dessert!

The service is as exquisite as the food tastes. Definitely recommend everything except the eggplant dish. The pasta are absolutely out of the world and the sauces are even better. Try the Felice white moscato it's the perfect fit with any dish. I give this place 5 stars because I came here for prom 4 years ago, and 4 years later I came back for my moms bday and still as amazing as the first time. read more

Excellent and tasty menu. My party of three had the red snapper, lobster and scallop with bucatini, and lamb chops. All delicious.