Thomas Leath
First time dining here, and it definitely won’t be my last. The entire experience was outstanding. The owner interacts with each table, and makes you feel like you’re at home. Highly recommend the Bolognese Fettuccine and the Chicken and Mushrooms. The limoncello Cake was like nothing we’d ever had.
Georgina Maeve
Whether you're savoring their handmade pasta or indulging in their delightful desserts, every bite is a symphony of flavors. The attentive staff adds a personal touch to the evening, making it a truly memorable experience. Zio Cecio isn't just a restaurant; it's a destination for those who appreciate the art of fine dining.
Peggy Phillips
Celebrated a month of no sugar with Limoncello cake! After a wonderful meal of fresh burrata, cioppino and a perfect ribeye, I was too full for dessert but only one bite was not enough. The desserts were so beautiful and delicious I didn't have time to snap a picture before they were devoured. The atmosphere was romantic and the service was like coming home after a hard-days work to relax on the porch with friends.This isn't just a great meal it's a great experience.
Blair Bryan
Amazing service and food with great gluten free options (i had calamari and lasagna! First time going and we booked it again for v day!
Freddy Naidu
A beautiful place in the heart of Dallas !! A true hidden treasure and place where you can go to relax, enjoy the best Italian food and live in the atmosphere of Italy !! Big shout out to the owner Francesco who took care of wifeys birthday and made it one to remember !! The food is amazing !! 10 on 10 !! Enjoy the pics
Carlos Esponda
This place is spectacular. I have gone here over the past two years and it still remains one of my favorite spots for special occasions within Dallas. Especially if you love Italian food. To start off, My date and I had a reservation. They were a little behind, but it didn't matter because they had room in the bar gave us glasses of Prosecco due to the wait! The service was very accommodating and kind through the entire night. They offer suggestions on the menu and told us what they recommend. Afterwards we had Calamari, Lasagna, and Goccia. All were great. The Calamari was light and had an excellent texture. It came with shrimp and red snapper, as well. The lasagna was one of the best I've had. The chef changes it depending on the season but it is always amazing. Lastly, the Goccia had a rich chocolate flavor that was perfect to end the meal. They also have an amazing wine selection to pair with the dessert options that my girlfriend and I enjoyed. Will be looking forward to my next visit
Mark Winstead
Gem of a neighborhood place near Love Field. Very homemade feel. Lots of authentic Italian choices and tremendous service. Chef engages with the customers and makes recommendations based on your tastes. I made another reservation for two days from now to try another one. If you like spicy hot, ask him for home grown pepper on your pasta. HOT!! Enclosed patio if you like.
Heng Li
Great food and service. Small but clean and nice. The owner is super friendly.
Fred Holmes
Don't let the location or the exterior fool you, this is a nice, upscale Italian eatery with a cozy, friendly vibe. The interior is a tad noisy, so I would opt for the patio. We started with the Fritto Di Paranza, which was calamari, shrimp, and other types of seafood fried to perfection. It's accompanied with an excellent marinara sauce. For our entrees we chose the Feletto Di Salmone (pan roasted salmon) and the homemade lasagna. Both were good, with the salmon being the standout. We finished with the Creme Brulee, which was also good. Service is friendly and efficient without being obtrusive, and all in all it made for a lovely evening.
Dena
Seafood ravioli with pistachio cream sauce is amazing! Wait staff are phenomenal.
Jonathan Kutner
Wonderful as usual. We've been dining with chef Francesco for many years; he never disappoints. Most recently (February 2023) my wife had lamb chops that were perfectly prepared and tender to the bite, unlike most served elsewhere. I had spaghetti with a very nice tomato sauce (slumming -- on a previous visit I'd had a delicious osso buco!) and our guest had carpaccio as a main course. For dessert we shared a (sinful) tiramisu. Lovely atmosphere (a bit loud when it's crowded but we find that's par for most restaurants) in a renovated small former home on Lovers Lane west of Inwood. In mild weather the open porch is a nice place to be seated.
Christina Johnson
My fiancé and I found this place by chance and it MADE our week, we can’t wait to return! The food is delicious, the atmosphere is lovely, the fresh air setting is wonderful, the people are so friendly and welcoming, the owner is a very kind man… I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant! My fiancé lived in Italy for a while and was thrilled we found this place, he says it’s the real deal! I think he almost cried in joy over the lasagna! Definitely go to this place, you won’t be disappointed!
Fereda Allen
Date night dinner choice. I enjoyed the food and the service!
J Olsen
Zio is amazing. The food is spectacular. We dine here often and every time the food blows us away with great flavors no matter what dish we pick. Favorites are the Beef Carpaccio, Bolognese, Pistachio seafood ravioli and any of the risotto dishes. The fish is also fantastic. So good!!!
Felix Felix
Very good. A little "piece" of Italy in the States. Real Italian food. And Francesco is really kind.
Frank Edlin
Simply exceptional. Penne Del Contadino was out of this world. Margherita Pizza was delicious, with a thin, yet very satisfying, crust. Grandma’s Cheesecake was the perfect ending for a perfect meal.
If the Executive Chef and Managing Partner looks very serious while overlooking his dining room, it’s because his name is on the line (and he has one dozen years of a great name to protect). Francesco Farris is an engaging and wonderful gentleman who loves what he does (and it shows in the quality of the food and the service). Go. Quite simply. Go to Zio Cecio. You’ll be glad that you did!
Allison Beeman
Love this place. Probably my favorite Italian in Dallas! The pistachio ravioli is the absolute best and what I always get now. I have tried many dishes and they have all been excellent! Easy going and date night vibe it’s great all around. And the staff is really nice and helpful and patient when you have questions they help you out.
Terry Kearns
Francesco and his teams have been making some of the best Italian food in Dallas for many years. Not only is the food fantastic at Zio C, but the setting is quaint and cool. This is the opposite of a chain type place which makes it even more unique. I would recommend you put it on your list if you haven't tried it yet.
Norma Rios
Francesco has ben a chef for many years, and is excellent at what he dose. We have been going to Zio Cecio since it was open. We have never had a bad experience. We will drive close to 400 miles , to eat there.
One has to really appreciate authentic Italian cousin to truly enjoy the fine food, wine, and desserts at Zio.
Ron Schulz
Really wanted to like this place. First the service is outstanding ! The food however is really just not very good. The Lasagna was a cheesy soupy mess. It made me sad because our waitress and everyone was so nice.
Aaron Metzger
I haven't had a meal that good in a long time. Everything was absolutely awesome. The building doesn't look like much from the outside, but inside it's well designed and the food quality is 5 stars.
I cannot believe we've lived so close for almost 2 years and never tried this place. Instant family favorite.
Svetlana Adamovsky
The best Italian food! The best service! The best atmosphere!
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