Overview

Located in the heart of Dallas at 8687 N Central Expy, La Pizza & La Pasta offers an authentic Italian dining experience that bridges tradition with a vibrant modern touch. This Italian restaurant specializes in delivering the essence of Italy through carefully curated dishes, focusing on both classic pasta and artisanal pizza, though its pasta selections truly stand out.

The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for casual dinners, intimate gatherings, or a refined yet relaxed meal with friends and family. The space balances rustic charm with contemporary design, enhancing the sensory journey of each visit. The target audience here ranges from Italian cuisine enthusiasts seeking genuine flavors to local food lovers looking for expertly crafted dishes using high-quality ingredients.

One highlight is their antipasti selection, where the Prosciutto Crudo di Parma and the Chef’s platter of Italian cured meats and cheeses showcase depth and authenticity. The use of Italian DOP-certified products like Ferrarini Prosciutto and Granarolo Pecorino speaks to their commitment to quality and tradition.

For the pasta lovers, La Pizza & La Pasta shines with dishes like Penne alla Norma, featuring Afeltra pasta, fried eggplant, and ricotta salata, capturing the soul of Sicilian cooking. The Linguine allo Scoglio is a seafood lover’s delight, blending wild Gulf shrimp, clams, and mussels with a subtly spiced tomato base. These dishes underline their attention to sourcing premium Italian ingredients such as Mutti tomatoes and Olitalia olive oil, enriching each bite with authenticity and freshness.

Vegetable dishes like sautéed broccolini with garlic and chili flakes, or the Sicilian caponata topped with toasted pine nuts and ricotta salata, complement the meal perfectly, offering balance with vibrant flavors and textures. The kitchen's use of seasonal and regional ingredients also demonstrates their culinary mindfulness and respect for Italian gastronomy.

Dining at La Pizza & La Pasta is more than just savoring a meal – it’s an immersion into Italy’s culinary heritage, delivered with skill and passion in Dallas’s dynamic food scene. Whether you are a devotee of Mediterranean flavors or a newcomer eager to explore Italian classics, this restaurant promises a genuine and memorable experience.


Amenities & Services

Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Hard liquor
Small plates
Wine
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
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What Customers Say

Zia Qureshi
Mar 7,2026
4/5
La Pizza & La Pasta is an Italian cuisine located in a commercial strip mall within Eataly & offers convenient free parking lot. Restaurant offers wide range of food but the entire menu is printed only in Italian. The staff is a bit rude & need to be more friendly & caring. Food tastes good but the portion size is terribly little. Even basic bread & basil pesto seems over priced considering the portion size being served. All Italian restaurant offers Basil Pesto & bread complimentary except this restaurant that overcharges for this basic starter. Although overall the restaurant offers fresh food & is usually occupied, they need to offer better communication, English menu & staff needs training regarding courtesy & behavior to wow their clients in this competitive environment.
Etoile Iboni
Mar 7,2026
5/5
The experience was magnificent! Our server was Adriana. She was amazing and so attentive. The ambiance was perfect for an afternoon lunch. Will definitely be back.
Trung Tran
Mar 7,2026
5/5
We did the Sicilian Night meal as a belated present. Took our crew of 4. It was great! Mario was excellent as our host. Santi was excellent in taking care of us. We aren’t new to Eataly but this was our theme dinner outing with a tour of various menu items. It was great!!
Rocco Toad
Mar 7,2026
5/5
The food was very good! Best Italian restaurant in Texas. Our server/waiter Di Stefano was very good and respectful even though we had a lot of orders, and things we needed. We will definitely come back.
Pao Umana
Mar 7,2026
5/5
We had a wonderful experience at Eataly thanks to Di Stefano. He was very friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. His recommendations were spot-on, and he checked on us often without ever being intrusive. He truly made our meal memorable. Thank you for the excellent service!
AyoLyfe
Mar 7,2026
5/5
Amazing experience for my first time here! I didn’t know what to expect, but our waiter went above and beyond and made it such a great visit. The salad, the burrata, and the tiramisu were all absolutely delicious!! Easily some of the best I’ve had. Definitely worth every dollar. Can’t wait to come back!
John Doe
Mar 7,2026
4/5
Finally tried La Pizza & La Pasta today. It just happen to be Restaurant Week and we can take advantage of that. Food all turn out good, but not great, not something that knock you off your feet. Service were good, no problem at all, but can be a little more attentive. I'd say this is a good spot for family dinner or hang out with a few friends. If you want better food experience, try Terra upstairs.
jenny barbeire
Mar 7,2026
5/5
Loved our meal at La Pizza & La Pasta! I got the prosciutto e rucola and my husband got the cacio e pepe! Our waiter Zeke was great!! The pizza looked and tasted just like the one I got in follonica italy last summer! Highly recommend! The aparol spritz and Hugo spritz was great too! (I included the pizza from Italy to show they’re basically identical!)

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
Tuesday 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
Wednesday 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
Thursday 11:00 AM - 09:30 PM
Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday 10:30 AM - 09:30 PM
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