Top Best Italian Restaurants in Arlington

"This restaurant is harder to get into than the Navy Seals but once you do you’ll know why. The neighborhood Italian restaurant has some of the most authentic Italian dishes outside of the Boot itself. As a matter of fact, Chef David Uygur describes the type of Italian food the restaurant does as, “doing what an Italian would do with the list of ingredients that he can get in Dallas.” We couldn’t agree more and when we get in again in a few months we shall reaffirm that."

"Located in the trendy Bishop Arts District, Lucia is a small chef-owned Italian restaurant. Its specialties are pasta and handcrafted salumis, which are Italian cold cut sandwiches that are often made with pork. Other items on the menu include foie gras-stuffed prunes, petite oysters with dill, veal tenderloin tartare, and ricotta."

"Arguably one of the best Italian restaurants in the city is temporarily closed for dine-in at present, but the good news is that it is offering curbside pick-up from 3 to 7 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays; and from 3 to 6 p.m."

"Fachini is classically romantic — the type of place that makes you feel like you've gone back in time several decades. For a classic date night in Dallas, Italian restaurant Fachini offers old-school charm. It's on the second floor in a corner of Highland Park Village — which is worth perusing on the way in, whether that means window-shopping or shelling out Benjamins at a designer shop."

"I’m a sucker for a good Italian restaurant on Date Night, and Fachini always delivers!. Their pasta is absolutely delicious, and I think it has to be one of my favorite Italian spots in the city (especially for the reasonable prices!). I also love that you can walk around the Highland Park shopping area after dinner!"

"I love a good Italian restaurant for Date Night, and Fachini always delivers!. Their pasta is absolutely delicious and their prices are very reasonable. You can even walk around the Highland Park shopping area after dinner!"

"According to many, Terilli's is one of Dallas best Italian restaurants, and as it comes with a lovely roof terrace, also one of the city's best rooftop restaurants. Located in the heart of Lower Greenville, Terilli’s serves fantastic Italian cuisine and drinks ranging from ice-cold Martinis, classic cocktails, an impressive selection of beers along with a long and very good wine list. The rooftop terrace is decorated with both dining tables and lounge sofas and also has heaters and cosy fire-pits for the chilly nights."

"A must-visit on jazz nights, Terilli’s has become a Dallas classic since opening in a very different version of Lower Greenville in 1985. Legend has it, the restaurant exists because Jeannie Terilli flipped a coin—heads meant opening a restaurant, tails stood for continuing work at a landscape company. Thankfully, the coin landed heads-up."

"Part of Dallas’s dining landscape since 1985, Terilli’s was forced to relocate from its original home after a devastating 2010 fire. The restaurant rose from the ashes in 2012, and has since served its classic Caesar salad and shrimp scampi to hordes of adoring diners."

"WHY WE LOVE IT: Though Julian Barsotti’s Oak Lawn Italian-American spot started life as an order-at-the- counter deli, it has evolved into a warm and inviting white-tablecloth full-service dining room. Chef Jonathan Neitzel’s menu features a frequently changing roster of handmade pastas, simple antipasti, well-made salads and a specialty or three, such as veal Milanese topped with a lively arugula salad. SAMPLE DINNER FOR TWO: Fried zucchini with marinara; hearts of escarole salad with red onion, walnut and pecorino; lasagna al ragu bolognese; veal Milanese; cannoli; panna cotta — $78."

"By day, it's an Italian-American deli featuring salads, housemade pastas and a lineup of sumptuous sandwiches. But by night, Carbone's transforms into a cozy casual restaurant serving everything from grilled fish dishes to some of the best spaghetti & meatballs in town. There's nothing too fancy here, it's more about good food, good wine and great service, which is exactly what locals love about it."

"Stop in on Monday night for half-price wine night and then order the spaghetti & meatballs; it’s the best in town. There’s nothing else to say aside from go easy on the wine and indulge in the spaghetti and meatballs, wait, indulge in the wine too."

"With a storied history of more than 65 years, Campisi’s knows what works to keep families returning to their tables. If your crew is seeking hot, fresh, and authentic Italian, Campisi’s delivers on all counts. The made-to-order pasta and Sicilian-style pizza will leave anyone wanting seconds (or thirds, if there’s any left)."

"Serving Italian fare in Dallas since 1946, Campisi’s is a Dallas dining icon. Hit the original location on Mockingbird Lane for a heaping dose of nostalgia in the form of cheese-topped garlic bread, shrimp scampi, and homemade ravioli in red sauce."

"Stop by Campisi's, one of the oldest restaurants in the area and one with a deep history to the city. The menu features all types of pizzas, pastas and salads, so take your pick!"

"Palio’s Pizza Café has been a mainstay in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since its inception in 2001. Each of their branches is family-operated and privately-owned, providing their patrons a more personalized and homey service compared to other restaurants. Palio’s is committed to excellence, which is reflected from their high-quality food and their staff’s dedication to customer service and satisfaction, which is considered one of, if not the best in Fort Worth."

"Set right by the UTD campus, Palio’s Pizza Café is a student hangout with a laidback youthful vibe. Their wide menu features everything - from the crunchy Caesar salad with chicken to baked buffalo wings. If you are not counting calories on your vacation, dig into their gourmet pizza."

"Dealey Plaza is a public park in Dallas, Texas, best known as the location where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated on November 22, 1963, fired on by a sniper from the Texas School Book Depository. A museum focusing on Kennedy and the assassination now occupies the former depository, and there are various remembrances around the plaza.More"

"This historic site covers the life and legacy of President John F. Kennedy. The Sixth Floor Museum was the former Texas School Book Depository building and much the of space still looks the way it did in the 1960s. Older kids that are into history will enjoy this the most."

"The Fort Worth Botanic Garden was established in 1934, making it the oldest major botanical garden in the state. The garden has numerous collections that are worth exploring. If you're looking for a more tranquil nature experience, plan a visit to the Japanese Garden, which is a traditional stroll garden with paths that wind around ponds and through the beautiful landscapes."

"The Fort Worth Botanic Garden, the oldest botanic garden in Texas, is a lush 110-acre tapestry of dappled shade and vibrant splashes of color. A peaceful haven nestled in the heart of Fort Worth’s Cultural District, the Garden is home to over 2,500 species of native and exotic plants that flourish in its 23 specialty gardens. 3220 Botanic Garden Boulevard – 817.871.7686"

"Opened in 1934, the state’s oldest botanical garden lures visitors with its 110 acres of fragrant blooms and manicured landscapes."

"This spot on top of the hill was once known as a gambling site for outlaws and wanderers. It was the Texan version of Las Vegas without the dessert in the early 1900s. Once the underground gambling was discovered, the law raided the gambling haven and the Top O’ Hill Terrace turned around completely."

"The Top O’ Hill Terrace, nicknamed Vegas Before Vegas, is a historic landmark. It was once a lively casino back in the 1920s."

"Tida Pichakron closed her Lake Highlands shop in early April, then reopened it last week to provide hours for her employees and will debut curbside pickup on Friday. That means regulars are back to frangipane-pistachio cakes, hazelnut-latte mousse bars, passion fruit caramel tarts, macarons, and paleo almond-butter brownies. Meanwhile, a request for beer-and-macaron kits (without a license, she couldn’t go there) led her to come up with shrubs as part of an Easter basket, and she’ll have raspberry-rose shrubs and macarons for Mother’s Day."

"Macarons are an obvious choice at this Lake Highlands sweet shop, but you'll also find cupcakes and pastries that have become neighborhood favorites. On the weekends, folks line up starting at 10 a.m. for freshly-made beignets and coffee that are worth the wait."

"Stir Crazy Baked Goods is a bakery that customers are going crazy (no pun intended) about. The bakery caters to both dairy and nut allergies, and a wide variety of vegan options like some of their cupcakes, scones, and muffins. Their staff of experienced and highly-skilled bakers is interested in providing vegan-friendly treats so that everyone can enjoy their pastries."

"(817) 862-9058 | 8AM – 6PM | Website | FB updates | Order by 10am for delivery. Call to reserve your items and then pickup curbside at their 5th avenue entrance. Check their FB for daily menu updates."

"Lakewood What you’re getting: Sandwich Cubano, $7.99A classic example of a stellar Cuban sandwich here; homemade pork, grilled ham, provolone cheese, mayo, pickles, mustard, and tomatoes, all served on toasted ciabatta bread. The sandwich comes with roasted potatoes and a whole lotta love, cliché, but true. The restaurant is quaint and clean and feels very low-key, and there are plenty of other sandwiches to tempt you if Cubans aren’t your thing."

"Bigdash does ice cream like no other in Dallas — Arab style. The small shop is filled with various Middle Eastern pastries and desserts, the ice cream here is made the old-fashioned way; that is, beaten smooth until dense, rich, and kind of stretchy. Rolled and crusted with pistachios, the rose-infused ice cream offers a unique textural and flavor experience."

"If you guys want to try something a bit different, you can go to Bigdash in Frisco!. They have crepes, ice cream, dessert/trifle cups, and Arabic desserts."