After reading the previous reviews, we decided to come here to settle our Italian cravings. I love…read moretrying new and unique dishes and the Salty Pear pizza was the perfect item on the menu for me to try. It was amazing! The cheese, pears and balsamic glaze all joined together to make a fabulous dish! My husband had the Pepperoni Pizza and he said it was great. Btw, they make their own dough for the pizza and it is perfect. Our friend had the Shrimp Scampi and he thoroughly enjoyed it. The restaurant is clean and offers comfortable and spacious seating and pleasant decor. The staff were extremely friendly and efficient. We will be back and we hope you will go, as well. They have 2 additional spaces for groups and special occasions and they have a step down lounge adjacent to the bar with tvs going - perfect for watching the game! Please go! You won't be disappointed!

I saw this restaurant on an Instagram post and the food looked really good so we had to try it…read more We started with the spinach artichoke dip and that was delicious! We also ordered a regular pepperoni pizza. The pizza was really cheesy, which I loved but I think it could have stood to be in the oven a couple more minutes because the center was a little too soggy. But the outer crust was nice and crisp. I ordered the tortellini bolognese. The pasta was cooked nicely but the sauce did not taste like traditional bolognese sauce. It tasted like regular meat sauce. That being said, I enjoyed the taste of the sauce but it was not worth the 20 dollar price, especially since it wasn't even bolognese. The service was nice. Our waitress was attentive and since we were the only ones there at the time, our food came out pretty quick! The space itself was clean and felt homey. Would have loved some Italian music but we enjoyed ourselves either way. All in all, this place was ok, not great but definitely better than some other Italian places I've been. With a few improvements, their food could be really great!

If you're looking for a pizza spot that's a little different, NAPO is worth checking out. Tucked…read moreaway in McAllen, TX, this fun little pizzeria balances the classics with some unexpectedly creative combinations. Our group of six stopped in on a Tuesday evening and we were able to get seated without a wait--though we may have just gotten lucky! The menu has everything from traditional flavors to more adventurous options. Hot Cheetos on a pizza? Some might think it's crazy but it works! I ordered the Franz pizza and absolutely loved it. I shared a few slices with the table, and everyone was also surprised by how well the flavors came together. The dough was perfection! The atmosphere is just as entertaining as the food--there's a giant video wall that I assume is a nice spot on game days. The décor puts a playful spin on classic Italian artwork, which perfectly reflects the restaurant's creative approach to pizza. All in all, it's a great spot for groups, has a relaxed vibe, and serves pizzas that are both delicious and memorable. I will definitely stop by again the next time I'm in the area!

The place was cozy, kind, and clean. The workers were extremely nice. The food tasted amazing …read more Definitely would come again Ok addition the place had many sauces. YALL BETTER COME HERE OR ELSE

Pizzas were outstanding and the side dishes were a great compliment to the pizzas. This is the 3rd…read moretime we have had food at/from Stefano's and it seems to get better each time.

We ordered pizza from here on 5.26.24, late at night, stuck in an airport hotel due to a flight…read morecancellation. The feelings needed to be eaten. Stefano's came to the rescue at the last minute through Door Dash, the pizza showing up hot and heavy. We ordered the 14 inch Cheese Pizza topped with beef, jalapeños, onions, and olives. It had a unique taste coming from I don't know what - and it was delicious. The jalapeños were especially spicy, which was a plus. I very much recommend this for good local pizza.

Bella Mia's was recommended to me so I thought I would check it out. First thing to note was…read morelocation. The address listed is a tad deceiving. The address is actually a complex, so you have to wander around to find the actual restaurant. (It's in section D - at the back of the complex) You'll need to drive around back to find a closer parking space. Once found, this is a quaint place that allows for intimacy and hearable conversations (except apparently, on the weekend when there's a lot more evening patronage). Lot's of open widows to allow the light in. As one would expect, it has a (modern day) Italian theme. I was seated almost immediatly and presented with a menu that I had a hard time choosing from! I ended up with the lasagna that was a pretty huge chunk of pasta with lots of homemade sauce, and plenty of cheese (although I would have liked a bit more simply because I like the stretch of cheese overload!). The combination cheese blend and seasonings was delicious too. It would have been nice it the waitress was more helpful with recommendations. I like trying new things instead of the old stand-bys, but all I got was "everything is good". It makes me think the staff really hasn't tried much. So - I went with the old stand-by, lasagna. I don't want to take anything away from the lasagna, it was good, but maybe try something else next time. The staff needs to learn flavor profiles. I also had the carrot cake. There were some raves about it, but I have to tell you...it wasn't (to me) all that. I don't know if it's made at Bella's, but it just seemed like standard, run of the mill cake to me and at a HUGE cost of $9.00!!! For that price, you shoulld be able to expct that it was scratch made. Speaking of cost... this is not a cheap date place. Expect to open the wallet. My chunck of lasagna, which includeed a ceasar salad, and a couple pieces garlic toast, was $17.00!! Combine the $9.00 for the carrot cake, and my LUNCH was $25.00!!!! My take away is, the food is good - but not amazing (as I was promised). It's a lovely, cozy place to take a date, but a pricey place for a family or two people. If you've got a few pennies saved, it's a nice change of pace - but not a regular hangout if you're on a budget.

Beautiful place, delicious food and great service, well be back and take my group of friend's to…read morecelebrate my Birthday in September.

I'd like to tell you a story. It's either late 80s or early 90s and it's just me and my mom at The…read morePlaza Mall. We've gone through the routine of JC Penny's, Dillards, and Sears and now it's time for my food court reward for not misbehaving. Many of you might not remember or have been born yet, but the place that took center stage and what was my favorite pizza place to this day was Luca Pizza. I'll always remember a worker wearing their chef's whites offering samples in the dining area, and my mom taking one for each of us. Every time I ate a piece I thought, "man, no wonder the Ninja Turtles love pizza so much". And then one day it was gone. The pizzeria that I loved so much growing up was no longer there, and it felt like it took all my memories with it. I thought that was it. All we have left here in The Valley is global pizza chains. Nothing made with heart. But then a cousin of mine told me that one of the cooks opened up his own place in Mission on Conway called "Pizza di Roma". Familiar faces. Familiar flavors. Familiar memories. After getting a haircut at Tatan's I would drive over and walk through the back entrance after passing their herb garden and get a pie. Things were right in the world, and wouldn't you know it, I came to learn that the full name of Luca Pizza was "Luca Pizza di Roma". Hah! And then one day it was gone. The doors were shut. The lights were off. Surely this can't be happening again right? Of course it was. The story would repeat itself with yet another pizzeria with the same staff called Titto's Pizzeria in Palmview until that too was gone, only this time there was no new incarnation. The spiritual descendants of Luca Pizza in The Plaza Mall were now all gone. There was no more pizza to be made from them anymore. Their story, as far as I know, had ended. And then one day I discovered The Pizzeria. The same cousin recommended it saying it reminded him of Pizza di Roma. Familiar ingredients! Familiar flavors! So, of course, I made the trek to Harlingen. Has anyone ever had that experience where they open the doors to a restaurant and you're immediately hit in the face with the smell that defines their restaurant? For steak houses it's the smell of the smoke coming from a seared steak, for panaderias it's the smell of sugar and freshly baked bread, and for coffee shops it's the smell of the sweetness of freshly ground coffee beans. For The Pizzeria, it was the smell of a caramelized pizza crust, the burnt flour left over in the oven, and the unmistakable heat and smell of a 450 degree oven that has baked thousands of pies in its lifetime. Now, I've been a loyal fan of this local pizza chain for years, and when their Harlingen location first opened, I still remember walking in and feeling like I had stepped into a true, passion-driven pizzeria. The place had energy, heart, and a sense of pride. Perhaps not familiar faces, but familiar flavors and, yes, familiar memories. But lately, something's changed, and not for the better. My recent visits to the Mission location have felt strangely lifeless in comparison. While the ingredients are still fresh, the execution hasn't been keeping up. The crusts come out uneven, the bakes inconsistent, and the attention to detail that once defined them seems to be fading. The frustrating part is that they still have all the ingredients (pun intended) to be great. Every single bite I take I think "This is good, and it's so close to being great, but it's just not there." What's lacking now is technique and care. The fundamentals aren't being applied with the same precision or passion they used to, and the result shows. I genuinely hope they can turn things around, because this isn't a lost cause. They've proven before, especially in those early Harlingen days, that they can deliver pizza with real heart. With a renewed focus on craftsmanship and consistency, they could easily reclaim what made them special. I want to keep cheering for them, but they need to rediscover the spark that once set them apart.

The pizza is very good. The bread knots were awesome. We had the knots, two slices and 2 drinks for…read morearound $14!

Dining at Brunetta Tinto & Pasta was such a treat--truly a delicious and elegant hidden gem. We…read morestarted with the mushroom appetizer, which was rich and full of flavor. The lasagna was absolutely to die for--perfectly layered, comforting, and unforgettable. We also had the steak, which was cooked beautifully and complemented the meal perfectly. The service was top notch from start to finish, attentive without being overwhelming. What really stood out was the ambiance--it was so elegant and inviting, it honestly felt like we weren't even in the RGV. A perfect spot for a special night out or when you want something a little elevated. Highly recommend!

This place was great! Was in town for work and this place came highly recommended. After our great…read moreexperience I know why! First the staff were friendly and courteous. Next the food was great tasting. There was an odd smell upon entering the restaurant but the quality and taste of the food made up for it.

The food is delicious. Be aware the appetizer dishes are large portions. My family and I received…read moregreat service. We will definitely return when we're in the area.

Service is good. Waiter brought us bread and oil. The oil was rancid! He exchanged it, but it still…read moretastes a little rancid. It's not his fault. Food was good. Waiter, boy with glasses is very nice.