I celebrated a birthday lunch in our office and was introduced to the menu and great setup of this…read morelovely family friendly restaurant. It's a huge space, very clean, and the menu is very broad! You will find everything for everyone. I want to come back and experience the patio because it seems like it would be a great place to enjoy the evening and maybe watch the game.

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.

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!

I love the vibes of this pizza shop! It was bright and had fun art work…read more Unfortunately the flavor of the food didn't measure up. The pizza was cooked perfectly, but lacked overall flavor. The crust was chewy but didn't taste like anything. The pizza also didn't have enough pizza sauce. The ranch dressing severely lacked seasoning. It tasted more like straight mayo instead of ranch. The online order portal needs updating. There was no description for what Napo sauce is and there was no listing for pizza sauce/marinara under the sides of sauce.

Great ambiance, dynamic customer service, waiter extremely attentive to our needs and the food was…read moreAMAZING

Food was just so so. Not as good as I expected. I was ,…read morehowever, able to stay in my car and have my order delivered to me. That was a plus. Their sign says Pasta Company and in smaller letters "Malfitany".

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!

First time customer. Very bad customer service for not being honest in forgetting to place my order…read moreand for the owner not putting the customer first and calming the situation down. Example of good customer service: Please give me 15 minutes and I will take care of the matter. Sorry for the inconvenience. Will not be back, lost not one but two customers.

Great food, pizza, amazing staff always smiling and we always go there for birthdays and special…read moreevents. You guys are the best.!

Awesome place! Lovely area and despite it being in the Texas heat at 7pm it was very very…read morecomfortable! Bathrooms were clean as well. The pizza wow! We had a nepolitan and the new york classic cheese! Made to order and to perfection! Will be going back. Probably the best pizzas ive ever had. Kudos to the staff yesterday evening.

This is the brick-and-mortar anchor to an amazing food truck park we found during my work trip to…read moreMcAllen. So let's talk pizza. We had the Fuhgeddaboudit which is their hot honey pizza. The pizza was delicious and the crust lived up to the hype as absolutely fantastic. But let's also talk culture and ambience. I learned this place has been open about four months. Let's face it, you can get pizza a million different ways in a million different places. So why here? What makes this place special in my mind is not just that the pizza is delicious but that it is a truly family run business that treats you like family when you're there. Brothers Alfredo and Victor were who I met. Also involved are a sister, a brother in law, mom behind the register, and Alfredo Sr. serving fresh popped popcorn. And what they created together was a fun, electric vibe that felt like a community. And they invited in seven food trucks that complement the park with a variety of other food types so there's something for everyone. In the end, I just love success stories and I want to help champion this family for having the vision, resilience, and drive to bring this community closer together with great food. Do yourself a favor and check it out for yourself.

Consistently good food, clean place good ambience A McAllen…read morefave Sometimes the noise level gets a little loud, so if this is for a romantic evening, you'll have to put up with a lot of noise

Went for lunch a couple weeks ago and it was a nice atmosphere. I ordered the lasagna and it was…read morepretty good. Server was also awesome, definitely a cool spot down here.

No need to go to Chicago with this place around. Great food and service! Nice ambiance felt at…read morehome. Artichoke dip 10/10 flavor and pizza bites would definitely recommend. The pizza is always cooked to perfection with a nice crisp never soggy. The Staff is welcoming and very friendly. Definitely worth coming out to try. *Better than Mama Mia's*

Loved the pizza and service when dining in. I'm always for the deep dish. Owner is a sweetheart and…read morefeels comfortable and like home.

My office ordered from this place for a department training. Everyone spoke highly of how well the…read morepizzas came out. There's something for everyone as far as toppings and crust. Delivery is pretty fast and you can tell that the ingredients are fresh. Just a little bit more gourmet and tailored them the regular pizza franchises like dominoes or Papa John's. Definitely a favorite for a good pizza lunch!

We love the variety and the fresh baked pizza and calzones. We r winter Texans and rarely return to…read morea restaurant as there r so many great places to try. But we have gone back here several times, delicious!!