We happened to be in Waco to meet up with family on my birthday. I looked up restaurants and Pignetti's had great reviews, plus we love italian food. The restaurant is beautiful. You dont realize how nice it is from the outside. Such a great ambiance. We sat at the bar and our bartender was excellent. The owner even stopped by to make dure we were happy. The food was so so good. If you go, be sure to geg the lasagna egg rolls. I could have made s meal out of them! The scallops in my gorgonzola pasta dish were perfectly cooked and a nice size. My husband loved his chicken parmesan. If you are in Waco, definitely come here for a meal!!! read more

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We were in town to run a race. We choose to carb load here the day before. The restaurant serves Italian cuisine. We called in advance and they took reservations 15 min before we arrived. They asked if we were celebrating and we did have a birthday. The restaurant is spacious and the decor was nice. I had the lasagna rolls and Pignetti Knock out martini. The rolls were good- very cheesy. The drink was potent. I was sipping and then it snuck up on me. They brung out a cheesecake slice for the birthday and we shared. Nice place to go when in Waco read more

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We stopped in Waco for one night and decided to check out Pignetti's. Glad we did, The food and service were great We started with the wagyu meatballs which were tasty. Hubby got the lasagna which he loved, and I got the lobster ravioli. The ravioli were huge and stuffed with cheese and lobster with some lobster claw meat on top as well, served with a creamy, rich white sauce. If you are in the area, go give them your business. read more

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Salmon was delicious, perfectly seasoned and prepared with a crispy sear but juicy interior. Wait staff expertly managed table of 10 guests. Drinks on point. Lively atmosphere with hanging lights and a fireplace but not too crowded or loud. read more

Pignetti's Waco - Pesto salmon with broccolini and angel hair pasta. - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

Cute place and great service! They have awesome lunch specials! Really enjoyed the goat cheese appetizer and fettuccine Alfredo!

We had a really good dinner at Pignetti's tonight. I felt like the portions were very generous for the price. They were very busy on a Monday night, but our service was good. Would definitely return if we're ever back in Waco. read more

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The server, Bryson was so great! He made our meal! We enjoyed him so much. He was in top of everything! The food was amazing and delicious! I had Chicken picatta and my friend had bolognese and the guys got chicken Parmesan! Everyone was extremely happy and impressed! The atmosphere is very beautiful! I love the lights and the Baylor Bear on the wall too! read more

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Wonderful dinner. Glad we gave it a try. Don't miss the lasagna rolls for appetizer. What a unique appetizer. We loved them. For entrees we had chicken basil pesto pasta and chicken Parmesan. Both were great. Saw menu noted they had gluten free options which is a plus. Dessert was limoncello cake - light and flavorful. My favorite of the night was the Lavender Haze drink. So good!! read more

Pignetti's Waco - Limoncello cake - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

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If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! If you are looking to throw a private event or birthday party, this is the place. We had my mother's 70th birthday today, and they gave us our own private room, dimmed lights, light music, white linens, gorgeous antique plates, great food and cake, and the best service. The party was stunning with the overhead fairy lights and rustic vibes. Shout out to Ma'Tayla (I hope I get that right!). She was an outstanding server for 21 of us and she was a total class act! We didn't want for anything. Thank you for making our mom's moment special. They even placed the furniture exactly how we asked before we arrived. They worked with us through emails over and over to make the party a perfect success. I highly recommend them!! Also-huge shout out to Vicki for working tirelessly on this project with us. We could not have done it without you! Thank you everyone! read more

Pignetti's was the perfect stop for us -- halfway to TSBVI and exactly what we needed to feed the kids without sacrificing a good meal. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and they were incredibly accommodating with children while still feeling like a proper sit-down restaurant (which is such a win). The food was excellent -- comforting, well-made Italian that everyone at the table enjoyed -- and service was easygoing and kind. It was a great balance of family-friendly and elevated, and the location made it an ideal stopping point on our drive. We'll absolutely keep this in mind as our go-to stop anytime we're headed that way. read more

Amazing food and amazing service! We ordered the chicken Parmesan and it was ab good-- perfectly cooked and full of flavor and cheese! We also had the chicken fettuccine Alfredo, and it was incredible. The Alfredo sauce was so rich, creamy, and flavorful -- one of the best we've had! Highly recommend this place. read more

Pignetti's Waco - Fettuccini Alfredo with chicken - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Service was absolutely incredible! We stopped in for a relaxed date night after a whiskey tour at Balcones Distilling, and this place exceeded every expectation. The three bartenders were outstanding friendly, attentive, and genuinely engaging. They walked us through the menu, gave great drink recommendations, and checked in on us throughout the night without ever being overbearing. And the food WOW WOW WOW. Totally unexpected for a bar setting, but every bite was amazing. It easily rivaled what you'd expect from a full restaurant. The vibe strikes that perfect balance of casual and fun, yet still elevated enough for a dressed-up date night. This is definitely a spot we'll be recommending and coming back to again! read more

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Manager was working so hard and our waiter J was so nice. We had a great time and atmosphere was pretty and the food was 5 star! Only thing was I wished they lit our candle on table. Will definitely be back to try more dishes and apps and drinks :) read more

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YUMMMYYYYY! This is probably the most authentic Italian food I've had. The lasagna was perfect and I couldn't stop eating the ricotta dip. I also had the Lavender Haze cocktail and an Up All Night, both were very good. Service was good, really nice place for date night. Can't wait to try the one in Temple. read more

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Service was superb. Ambiance good. Wagyu lasagna really good. Chicken piccata surprisingly bad. Chicken was drowned in linguini pasta water. No hint of lemon or butter...Tasteless. Not a caper to be found anywhere. Huge disappointment for my first time there. read more

I don't give 5 stars out easily and I don't say this a lot, this place blew us away. When you walk in, it's dimly lit and moody. String lights, wood and brick accents and dark colors. Lovely chandeliers and art. Friendly staff from greeters to servers. The food was incredible. We got lasagna egg rolls which are to die for. Bruschetta looked typical but the flavor had depth and was overall surprising. I appreciate that they have a variety of mocktails. I loved the peach mint mocktail. So refreshing and they have several cocktail and drink options. We got kids Alfredo with chicken and shared a main entree. We thoroughly enjoyed the basil pesto penne with breaded chicken and sun dried tomatoes. It was so creamy and I couldn't stop eating it. We finished with chocolate mousse cake which was the only item of the night that was average. Everything overall exceeded our expectations and we would make the drive from a few hours away just to enjoy it again. read more

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This place was wonderful! We had the wagyu meatballs appetizer which was great, I had meatballs Arabist's and my sister had ribeye lasagna which were both delicious. The atmosphere inside was very appealing and relaxing. The service was great! Highly recommend this place. I'll be coming back. read more

This is a welcoming place. We were greeted with smiles when we walked through the door. The smells were enticing. The restaurant itself was comfortable. I was hoping this place would live up to its previous Yelp reviews. Let's talk about service. Klint, our server, knew his craft. He offered great suggestions. He knew how to describe food. He checked in with us without being obtrusive. His suggestions were spot on. Klint, you were a large part of the experience, and so thank you. The food: this is reimagined Italian food and Pignetti's did it very, very well. Each dish we ordered was made phenomenal. The scallop was perfectly cooked, the sauces were delicious. We were surprised by the Pasta alla Norcina. Hot honey in a pasta? With spicy sausage, it really works. This place is great for couples, girls night, work suppers, or any time you want to impress your fellow diners. Well done, Pignetti's. Now, come to an Utah so we can enjoy your food more often. read more

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came for a birthday dinner and it was the best choice. The food was absolutely phenomenal and our waitress recommended some really good items. We had lasagna rolls, lobster ravioli, and beef bolognese. Birthday dessert was a white chocolate bread pudding. Stella was a fantastic waitress. read more

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The Lavender Haze cocktail is Devine! It has a perfect blend of lavender to complement the lemon. read more

Pignetti's Waco - The Lavender Haze cocktail - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

We had several other dishes not pictured. Our sever was incredibly kind and attentive. Everything was yummy and that tiramisu... obviously homemade with love! The interior isn't what you'd expect for the quality. Could use an upgrade but wouldn't keep us from coming back! read more

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We went a Sunday for lunch. Hubby had a pork chop and it was good. I had a pizza and it was the saddest pizza I ever ordered. So oily and flimsy. read more

The menu was varied and expansive. The restaurant has a cool vibe and the use of old doors to separate their space is genius. Even though they had several large parties we were seated right at our reservation time. The dish I enjoyed had shrimp and pasta both cooked perfectly. read more

Pignetti's Waco - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

Atmosphere was great! Service was great! The food was excellent! This will be my go to place for Italian food. read more

Definitely was an Italian kind of Saturday evening. With a party of 2, we tried another place with no avail so we were close by Pignettii's and decided to give them a try. With no reservations at 6:15p on a Saturday evening we ended up opting for a spot at the bar and glad we did. The bar is a square at the from to middle of the restaurant and had comfortable seats. The service was outstanding and very attentive even at the busy bar. Their Blueberry Bourbon Smash was very satisfying x 2. My wife had the Lover's Leap 75 and the Simply Southern Sangaria giving a thumbs up to both. To eat we had the bruschetta and a wedge salad to start both delish. Our main courses were the Crema Rosa Delight w/ grilled chicken and my wife had the mushroom ravioli which she said was so delicious. Both came out hot and well presented. All in all, an alternative to the evening that turned out great. Would recommend for sure and to be safe make reservations for busy times on the weekends if a table is wanted. read more

Pignetti's Waco - Blueberry Bourbon Smash - a refreshing summer choice - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

Pro: The food was very good. My pasta was amazing down to the Parmesan. The balsamic in the Brussels Sprouts is pretty strong but it's still good. Our server Lilly was the absolute best. It was my girlfriend's birthday and she made sure we enjoyed every bit of it. The vibe of the whole place is very lowkey, lights are pretty dim, and the music is a cool techno pop. The dessert was to die for as well Con: Probably more TV's at the bar. read more

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Just swung by on a work trip. I got a handful of apps since I was too Indecisive on what to get and landed on wavy meatballs, bruschetta, and Brussels sprouts. Tables were full but I went solo so the bar was fine. The server was super kind and was able to get me tons of recommendations on places to visit from another gentleman working :) food was AMAZING! I highly recommend. read more

I've been here 3 times and LOVE it every time. The cocktails were also amazing. And service was incredible. I most recently went on Valentines Day. Even though it was completely booked, our waiter took the time to take a picture of my boyfriend and I. They also handed out roses to each woman for the holiday, which was such a special touch. I will say, the ricotta is a LOT. So I would recommend if you're with a big group. It was super tasty at first, but then just because a little too much. read more

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Food as always magnificent and Trey made the experience all the better. Very nice atmosphere and dining experience. read more

Pignetti's Waco - Miss J with fantastic cheese cake - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

Pignettis is one of our favorites! The food is very good, arrives in a timely manor and the service is excellent. read more

Pignetti's Waco - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

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This local spot was bumping! Decided to go to carb load before the Waco 70.3 and it did not disappoint. Friendly and attentive service and the food was excellent! Comparable to pasta dishes and flavour that we experienced in Italy! Went hungry and still had enough to take home for later! read more

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Good food, and a lot of it at a decent price. We had the mushroom ravioli, the ricotta hot honey with bread, flatbread with prosciutto, and the pecorino shrimp. Lemon Drop and Pineapple Margarita. All under $120. Good service. Great ambiance. All superb! read more

Pignetti's Waco - Riccota honey - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

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It gets 1 star because the crispy Brussels were good I could not eat anything else. Served was good and attentive. Ordered the Arincini when they came out they were beautiful but ice cold in the middle. Could not eat it. Ordered the pappardelle veal ragu and that too was just gross. A ragu is a thick velvety sauce this was a little bit of veal a lot of red cabbage and no flavor. Could not eat it. read more

Catered their food for my wedding and it was AMAZING. The owner and her husband are awesome, got on several calls with me to go over everything and answer any questions I had/tell me anything I may be missing to make everything perfect. The food was incredible everyone complimented it. Staff was very professional they served the food, bartended and set up the cake table and charcuterie table. Staff went above and beyond during the evening could not recommend this place enough! Felt like family helping me out and relieved so much stress from my plate :) read more

Very nice staff! Fun atmosphere but you have to yell at each other to be heard. The food was mediocre and very heavy.

I absolutely loved the vibe of this place! Super cozy and romantic with cool decor and nice music playing. Could serve as a cute date night or casual night at the bar. We started with the Wagyu Meatballs that were firm but juicy and flavorful with a slightly spicy sauce. The Italian bread with oil was also amazing and super soft with a slightly crunchy crust. For my main I got the Triple Delight- the sauce was delicious and the meat was great, I just was not the biggest fan of the shrimp, it felt a little overcooked. Our server was kind and the food came out fairly quickly. My only complaint is I had originally ordered the Chicken Marsala but later found out they no longer had any more that night and I had to choose a different entree. Overall a great Italian place in the city!! read more

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Pignetti's Waco was a fantastic italian restaurant experience, with some great pasta & other flavors that really impressed me. Credit card surcharge leaves a bad taste. The appetizers were fantastic, the side of bread was delicious featuring some perfectly toasted sourdough (soft besides the great crust). The oil and herbs are just a bonus to the already very tasty bread. The side of bread is not free but it's only a few dollars and totally worth it. The wagyu meatballs were also fantastic, with the just the right amount of red sauce to dip them in. They aren't fall-apart meatballs - their style is a little more firm. But the flavor was amazing and I think this different texture is a style thing rather than a disadvantage compared to other, softer meatballs. The chicken parmesan was one of the best I've had, featuring a very pleasant surprise of thinner spaghetti noodles under the large, tender chicken breast. Plenty of cheese on top. Highly recommend this. Service was good, we got there a little less than an hour before closing so it was pretty brief, which is understandable. 2 meals plus meatballs and the bread, with no drinks, ran us about 80$ after tip. *NOTE* Pignetti's applies a 3% surcharge for using credit cards. This is a BIG pain in my opinion and almost drops me down to a 4-star rating. I think it's pretty unreasonable at this point to run a restaurant of this size & quality and try to justify a credit card surcharge because "the credit card companies charge the restaurant for using them." It's part of the business. Don't punish the customers for it. read more

Pignetti's Waco - Chicken Parm - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

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Pignetti's in Waco was excellent from start to finish. The calamari was perfectly crispy and tender, not greasy at all. The meatballs were full of flavor and clearly made with care. The Caesar salad was fresh and well-balanced, with just the right amount of dressing. The chicken parmigiana was outstanding--crispy, juicy, and covered with rich sauce and melted cheese. Great food, quality ingredients, and a solid dining experience. Definitely a place I'd return to. read more

This is the best kept secret in Waco. This is authentic Italian cuisine with a menu that is exciting but not overwhelming. You can taste the quality ingredients in every bite. From the lasagna rolls to the Pasta alla Norcina to the Scallop Gorgonzola.. there isn't a possibility of leaving unsatisfied. My husband and I travel from Glen Rose to eat here a few times a month which should tell you something considering we could be in DFW in the same amount of time. The owner is onsite delivering food to tables and checking in with guests. The service is fantastic (Stella is a server I highly recommend), and the bar drinks are perfection. My husband loves their smoked old fashioned and they even know how to make my favorite drink..the Chilton! The ambiance is perfect for date night. If you haven't dined here you are missing out! Don't forget to make reservations...they fill up fast! read more

Pignetti's Waco - Scallop Gorgonzola - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

First time in Waco visiting over the Holidays. Wanted to try something different and after seeing prior reviews we decided on Italian. Wow what a great find! Cute little place with a nice casual atmosphere ( was busy) we shared mushrooms for an app with the most amazing bread I had the pork chop and my husband ordered a pasta dish. We shared everything, the chop was tender and flavorful, his pasta with sausage In I believe a vodka sauce was amazing! So glad we considered the reviews here. DELICIOUS read more

Pignetti's Waco - Did I mention the drinks and Caesar salad? Yummmmm - Italian Near Me - Waco, Texas

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