QUALITY FOOD. Came here for a work dinner with some colleagues and was very happy when I left. The food here was fantastic. Quality pasta, amazing seafood, decadent desserts, and a great wine selection. Would come back if I were back in town. read more

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The food was delicious, but the portions were way off. My husband's meal was so large he couldn't finish it, while I had the smallest plate of pasta I've ever seen. It looked like an appetizer. My food was good, but I was left hungry. Our dessert was also huge. I don't understand why my plate was so small. What's worse, is that we were celebrating our anniversary and there was zero acknowledgement from the staff. Not a single person said, "Happy anniversary", even though my husband made sure to let them know. Our dessert didn't even have an anniversary message written on the plate (which is the bare minimum for any special occasion). I'd come back, but not for ANY special occasion. read more

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The location is unbeatable if you're heading to the Dallas Symphony, super convenient and easy to get to. We were seated in the middle section at a table and with the noise level it made it pretty tough to hold a conversation throughout the meal. We started with the polpette della Nonna (wagyu meatballs) and the u'purp (char-grilled Spanish octopus). The meatballs came alive once we paired them with the truffle ricotta butter from the table side bread, that combination was genuinely good. The octopus, unfortunately, fell flat. It lacked seasoning and just didn't have much going on flavor-wise. For entrees, we tried the branzino, the agnolotti pizzicati, and the scaloppine di wagyu. The branzino was decent but not memorable, it could've used a little more depth, possibly just some salt. The agnolotti pizzicati was the clear winner of the night, the wagyu filling and pasta were delicious and easily the highlight of the meal. The scaloppine di wagyu, however, was over-salted and arrived covered in peas, so we sent it back. Overall, the food felt inconsistent with some hits, some misses, and a few dishes that just needed better seasoning. The convenience to the symphony is a big plus, but the food and noise level have room for improvement. read more

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This could have been an amazing date night. We ordered an expensive bottle of wine, that Mike brought out on a cart and decanted for us. The decor was swanky and upscale. There was jazzy cocktail music playing in the background. We ordered the caprese salad and it was the best we've ever had. The heirloom tomatoes were sliced paper thin. The pasta was homemade and absolutely delicious (both the tricolor fettuccine in truffle sauce and the anglotti in sage butter sauce). What ruined our evening? The service. Our server, Luca P., basically ignored us all night. We never got the complimentary bread until the end of the meal when we finally got tired of waiting and asked the busser for it (the Italian bread was delicious, fresh out of the oven, but the 3 accompanying butters were underwhelming). The portion sizes didn't make any sense. My husband only had 8 pieces and I had so much I only finished half. We've been to Italy, we understand European plates. But if someone had come to check on us, my husband would have ordered more food (or Luca should have mentioned the small portion when he ordered). Since it's supposed to be a fine dining establishment, we expected to have a manager check on us. That never happened. This was NOT a $360 dining experience (which was our bill for the worst customer service we've ever experienced). read more

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Foodie Alert! My friend had a little girls' night at La Stella, and we experienced such amazing service; the staff was very attentive and accommodating. The ambiance was perfect, very relaxed with live music. The guest musician did a fantastic job covering various songs. We ordered the Agnolotti Pizzicati and Bronzino. The Bronzino was perfectly crisp, paired with a warm butter sauce and capers. It was so juicy and tender that it literally melted in my mouth. It was delicious! read more

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Fabulous Ambiance: 5 Service: 5 Food : 5 The food was just amazing! I had a gnocchi dish's it was outstanding the pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was full of flavor and just so good. We also shared tiramisu which was fabulous. My friend ordered a different pasta dish and said it was excellent z The ambiance here is very elegant and quiet, making it easy to talk. The sommelier was very thorough and friendly and guided us to a perfect bottle of Pinot Noir. It was a very enjoyable dining experience. read more

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We had a big dinner event here and gosh I forgot how good this place is! The drinks were phenomenal and every dish, especially the pastas, was so well done. Nicely al dente and the flavors were perfect. Parking was tricky, but we found some temporary 1-2 hour spots. Great service read more

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Came here for a birthday dinner last night and I'm so glad we did! La Stella Cucina does this not just well but DIVINE! Every single meal was cooked to PERFECTION! The octopus was not rubbery which I was surprised! It was cooked wonderfully! Also got the Steak and asked for medium rare and boy did they deliver! Branzino also perfect. This is one restaurant I will definitely be returning! Staff service is top notch. read more

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I had the best experience here! My boyfriend took me here for my birthday and i was immediately greeted with a birthday card from the staff! We valeted our car for 15$ right outside of the restaurant but there may be other parking available. We made reservations beforehand and were seated very fast. I had a delicious aperol spritz and my boyfriend got one of their signature cocktails. Our waiter was super friendly and made the experience great! We ordered the meatballs as an appetizer and they were delicious and came out super quickly! Next We got cacio e pepe gnocchi and my boyfriend got the wagyu ribeye. Both were AMAZING. Finally, we got a complementary dessert for my birthday and free limoncello shots. I can't recommend this place enough if you are celebrating something and want a great meal. Ambiance is amazing and food is great! read more

La Stella Cucina Verace - Gnocchi Cacio e Pepe, ribeye - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I can not say enough terrific things about La Stella Cucina Verace. We had a not great experience our first visit, but the second try was amazing! Every single detail was perfection. Ambiance, service and food was all impeccable. Highly recommend a visit to this place for a special night out. read more

La Stella Cucina Verace - Agnolotti Pizicatta. - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I live at the Atelier, which is just up the street from this restaurant, and I decided to stop in by myself for a cocktail and a meal. I sat at the bar, and my bartender was Paco (I hope I'm spelling his name correctly). He was exceptionally great his service was phenomenal. I ordered the calamari, which was very good. I typically prefer my calamari a bit more crispy, but this was still perfect and very enjoyable. I would definitely recommend it. I also ordered the branzino, which was delicious and very filling. For dessert, I had the tiramisu. It was served in a beautiful martini-style glass with cocoa powder on top. It was very good and beautifully presented. Everyone was nice, pleasant, and kind, which is why I am giving this restaurant five stars. The ambience was lovely, and there was a live male singer whose songs were enjoyable. Paco recommended a very smooth butter Chardonnay which I enjoyed. The Espresso Martini was good and the lamberts! Overall, the vibe was very chill, and the food is good the ambience is nice and calming the service is exceptional!! read more

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My boyfriend & I visited Dec 2022 for his birthday. I thought I had left a review then This spot is still our top restaurant, & we only visited once. From the food, to the atmosphere, to our amazing server, Marco M - 3 years later and we still talk about how amazing the service was, best we have had to this day (hopefully he's still there, if so, ask for him). Made my boyfriend's birthday visiting La Stella If you're looking for amazing food, ambiance, & hospitality, you NEED to try La Stella! Especially for a special occasion read more

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Came on a cold Sunday night, wasn't overly busy, could get a table pretty easy. There's valet , street and a parking garage near by. Started off with the meatballs, which were delicious tasty! Then got the beef short rib pasta and the gnocchi. Friends got the caprese salad. I loved the food!!! Main complaint was that the portions were too small for a fat guy like me! Would come back for sure though. read more

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***Update 2025*** La Stella is one of the top Italian restaurants in DFW IMO. Everything we've had has been so delicious! We decided to go to celebrate our anniversary! We were lucky that we stumbled upon the restaurant week specials! Everything was absolutely delicious! My favorite was the pasta (AGNOLOTTI PIZZICATI veal ossobuco filling, sage butter, veal reduction, crispy prosciutto di parma). I would order everything again!! The PIUMA IBERICA (acorn fed iberico pork loin, arugula salad) was also fantastic. The meat was so tender and juicy! read more

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Fantastic authentic Italian. Good was delightful and the atmosphere was eclectic. Make a reservation as tables are limited but worth it.

A great upscale Italian restaurant! My favorite were the meatballs and the octopus appetizers. The Meatballs were pretty tender and with a delicious red tomato sauce (which also goes great with their bread ) The octopus was also very tender and smoky. A nice combination with grilled (?) vegetables and especially tomato and lemon. The pasta was ever good. I appreciate a good house made pasta. Fried shrimp and calamari was a huge position of a very solid classic deep fried seafood. There's also some white wish mixed in within. The service was great and very attentive. We were not planning to order alcohol since we had plenty already that week and the sommelier (or the manager, not very sure who was it) came to table and still tried to offer wine. read more

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Great fancy Italian restaurant over all. I say that because I think they have a dress code here. The highlight was all the appetizers. Great sea food dishes. Great service. If you sit in the kitchen side you can hear what goes on in the kitchen from the guy saying "i don't care" (x9) in a row to a random staff member speaking cross over dialect non native Spanish to the kitchen staff. The meat pasta we ordered was good. Homemade fresh pasta noodles. But nothing exactly that blew me away being just a red sauce pasta with ground waygu. It was just made right. read more

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Great date night place! Food was amazing and full of flavor. The portions were just right and the live music set the mood beautifully. Very glad we came to this place. A little out of our way, but well worth a good date night. The wagyu filet was perfect, the mushrooms were very good and the smashed potatoes were just right and salted perfectly. Cheers to the chef! My wife loved the lemon drop! read more

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My husband and I had an intimate anniversary dinner at La Stella and they did not disappoint. The food was amazing, service even better, and the vibe was classy with a wonderful live pianist. We had a lovely time and are so happy we celebrated our anniversary at La Stella. All of our dishes were great, but the star of the show was an off menu risotto I specially requested and the chef happily obliged. Instead of the scallop risotto on the menu, I asked for shrimp and lobster to be added. This ultimately turned into a different and delicious risotto masterpiece that was a first for the chef. It looked devine and tasted even better! Other items we tried were the fritto misto, branzino, crispy potatoes, affogato, and bread pudding. Again every dish was prepared very well from the appetizer to dessert. Our server is from Venice, Italy and he was phenomenal. read more

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Great service, lovely setting and fresh made pasta! Even the owner's mom was wiping down the walls! Truly a family owned restaurant. Complimentary bread that is wonderfully crusty yet soft on the inside - despite 60% humidity. Comes w 3 types of ricotta - spinach, truffle and sun-dried tomato. On my own so paparadelle Stellaria w a great and generous ragout of wagyu beef. Had asparagus in the side - I like vinegar but this was too acidic. But cooked well. And to finish, homemade crema limoncello! Complimentary! Great find in the arts district. Happy hour 4-6 at the bar with half price appetizers. Octopus dish was calling my name for next time. read more

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So years ago I traveled Italy in the North West region. I fell in love with family restaurants that were open only at night and served whatever they caught that day. This place reminds me of this. Multiple courses and food that is crafted with thought. I loved the enselata Misto, simple and a great start to the meal. Branzino is my go to fish and it was so amazing. Finish the night with Tiramisu. In between, get the bread and the meat plate. DAMN I LOVE A GOOD Speck slice. read more

Following a conversation with Molly, we were able to secure a dinner reservation. Yelp reviews had narrowed the search so all were excited when our dinner spot was confirmed. We began with cocktails and an appetizer of PB and J. the fresh figs , jam , salty prosciutto and burrato was delicious. Our waiter Ron had recommended it so we knew immediately we had been partnered with someone knowledgeable of the menu and flavors . After a thorough explanation of the dishes requested we each made our selection. I can honestly say this dinner was a first class experience. You will not receive better food, service or atmosphere anywhere in the area! read more

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We tried this place recently for a guy's dinner and had a good experience. Parking in the area is scarce, but they do have valet for $10. We had a large table in the corner close to the kitchen and were comfortable. The old fashioned and aperol spritz cocktails were tasty. We tried the U'purp (octopus) and prosciutto burrata and jam for starters. Both had great flavor and the portion size was good for the 5 of us. Each of us got our own pasta dish. 2 of us tried the Gnocchi Sardi and it was fantastic. The group favorite though was the Paccheri Al Ragu Napoletano (short rib). We split the wagyu ribeye and the Pluma Iberica (pork loin). We saw another table get it, so naturally, we had to try the pistachio dessert. Delicious. Definitely worth checking out. read more

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This Italian restaurant in the Dallas arts district is phenomenal. Fine dining, black tablecloths, and amazing food. There is a dress code which we were not aware of but they offered to seat us at the bar or outside. The service was amazing. Our server asked what we liked and made recommendations on both food and drink. The spaghetti Alessandro was the perfect blend of spice and fresh seafood and the Nonnas meatballs and smashed potatoes were fantastic read more

La Stella Cucina Verace - The Spaghetti Alessandra and the Patate Croccanti - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Another wonderful experience at La Stella last night. Joel was very attentive and helpful. I only managed a couple of photos this time as we were too busy enjoying the wonderful meal. read more

La Stella Cucina Verace - Pistachio cake at the next table. It was HUGE! They said it was delicious too. - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Very disappointing experience. Dinner took almost 3 hours, service dragged the entire time, our waitress never came back after our dinner was served, and we therefore had to get up and grab our own to-go container. Food quality didn't match the high prices--scallops and meatballs were served cold, polenta had absolutely no flavor, and salads came out with the entrées. Severely overpriced and not worth it. Will not be back for lackluster Italian food. read more

We had the best time celebrating my friends bday at this restaurant. We had a reservation, but ended up sitting at the bar instead. They had live music. All the staff were so friendly and they took great care of us! The food was phenomenal! We shared carpaccio texano and the spaghetti Alexandra! Both were great! So much flavor, fresh, all great things. I definitely want to go back. The restaurant atmosphere was intimate and the quality of food and service was worth every penny! read more

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WOW. Great food. Wonderful atmosphere. The salad, warm sourdough with ricotta, perfectly chilled Italian Chardonnay, the salad, lobster and ink squid pasta, chicken Marcella, and finishing with a perfect portion of calorie worthy bread pudding.... and th3 house made lemon cello.... a perfect night. But beyond the incredible food was the service. Sierra was patient, helpful, and the consummate professional. We will be back. This place was great!​​ read more

This place is absolutely beautiful, amazing food , and great atmosphere!! The bar is gorgeous and staff was wonderful especially Ciara! read more

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Wow, this was a last-minute decision on the way to the Dallas Symphony and was one of the best choices we could have made. La Stella Cucina Verace was outstanding in every way from the start. The atmosphere is perfectly balanced between elegance and warmth, and you can feel the passion and authenticity in every element of décor and live entertainment. We decided to stick with drinks and appetizers, and everything was phenomenal. The crusty Italian bread was next level, and the ricotta spreads were delicious. The meatballs melted in your mouth, the fritto misto was light and flavorful though I wish it came with a few more shrimp, and the prosciutto with burrata was simply outstanding. The cocktails were exceptional as well. I decided to drink my dessert and the Pocket Coffee cocktail should not be missed. On another visit, we explored more of the menu and every dish was perfection. The octopus was tender with a perfect kiss of char, the Iberico pork was deeply flavorful, and the Wagyu meatballs were rich and delicate. The house-made pasta was beautifully done and the cannoli, with its crisp shell, creamy filling, pistachio crunch and light citrus note, ended the meal perfectly. Every dish was balanced and clearly made with pride and skill. Ambiance was spot on, refined yet comfortable and never pretentious. The live singer and piano player were amazing, performing everything from old classics to modern hits and even opera, with real talent and emotion. It created such a special atmosphere. The service was just as impressive: Arif was our waiter and was friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable. Nate, the manager, was attentive, making sure every table got a check-in. Paco Hernandez was extraordinary-warm, charming, and steeped in deep knowledge of the food that made this night so unforgettable. Even at the bar, the staff showed incredible craft and charisma, making it feel as curated as the kitchen. La Stella is high-end dining, and it shows in the prices, but trust us, it's worth it. The food, service, music, and atmosphere will all combine to make for a truly memorable experience. If you're local or just visiting from out of town, La Stella is a must-try restaurant. We can't wait to go back, already planning our next visit to the new location in Addison. read more

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I stopped in after the symphony because I was a little tipsy and needed to eat some food as well as sober up. The staff was so friendly. They seated me right away. The lighting is pretty and the cutlery was gold and fancy looking. I was honest about only getting an appetizer. They gave me the same service as the person at a table near me getting a full meal. The meatballs were delicious and the fresh bread with the ricotta spreads was delightful. I will have to stop in for a full meal. Thank you for such a lovely experience. read more

Addison, Texas Great Atmosphere (we sat in the Music Lounge - New Year's Eve) Great Music! For dinner we had Seafood Risotto and Short Ribs with Pasta and a Wedge Salad. And complimentary Limoncello. Very good Service as well. read more

Dress code is enforced. No hats allowed. This place is settled in the arts district. I went for a quiet family dinner. Great wine selections. Started with the calamari. I loved that it was the tentacle. The flavors mixed with the tomatoes and lemon really complimented the calamari. If I see Branzino on the menu, I'm getting the branzino. Of course it was pre--de-boned. I was hoping to watch them slice and dice the damn thing. It was perfectly cooked. I didn't care for the Spanish underneath. It was not well cooked and hard to swallow. I'd suggest substituting that. read more

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This place is amazing. The food was so good and you have lots of options. Probably one of the best steaks I've ever had. The squid ink pasta was divine. The restaurant is very expensive, but by the time we left the place was packed with people. So reservations are a must. read more

The food was pretty solid but nothing incredible. The PB and J (prusciutto, burrata, and fig jam) was definitely the best thing we got. I got the osso bucco and my girlfriend got the lobster ravioli. Both were pretty good but nothing to write home about, I would say they probably aren't worth the high price. The cocktails are all pretty expensive at 22 bucks a piece and the cheapest GLASS of wine was 20 dollars, and all the food was pretty expensive as well. So overall everything was good but it's a lot to pay for just good. The restaurant is pretty nice inside and all the servers and hosts were very good, attentive, and friendly. So they nailed that part. read more

La Stella Cucina Verace - Ossobucco - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Love the atmosphere! Went here for Valentine's Day and got the valentines special. I'm not sure what it exactly was but it was the best dish I've ever had in my life wow. It was made with wine and it was some sort of rice dish? I'm not sure. Best $55 spent ever. read more

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Sophisticated ambience and food. Locating the entrance and place can be a little tricky, but worth the find. It's pricey, but worth it. The service is top-notch. There was live music being played. The service was excellent, and they were accommodating. They also had really nice touches like the check was inside a passport-like sheet. read more

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Everything was great! The service, the food, and the entertainment! The atmosphere was jubilant and full of energy but not loud and annoying. I was in Dallas for work and had no idea where to go but happened to walk by earlier in the day and decided to try it out. So glad I did. I. Ad the see food risotto, soooo good! I had the bread pudding desert, I usually dislike bread pudding but gambled and won!! Don't come to Dallas and not go eat here. You will be missing out! read more

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Charming and synthetic Italian feel to this lovely restaurant. Right next to the Windspear. Great location. The street seemed quiet for a Saturday night- easy to navigate and valet is available for a $10 charge, the valet did seems to whisper- "it's $10 for valet and any tip you'd like to add on" Food: we tried the restaurant week menu. $99 four courses- wowzers, pricey but good portions. I will say we did not get a complimentary basket of bread- subs because we were participating in the RW menu- but even more reason for the $99 price tag- and good cause. 1st course: The waygu meatballs were superstars! The sauce, the flavor, home run! Wish they were piping hot- a little cold- 2nd curse: the rigatoni so flavorful, smoky, creamy, meaty, lush, lovely. Mmm. 3rd course: Branzino- crispy skin, flavorful fish, beautiful presentation Dessert: presentation alone was tip top lollipop! The tiramisu was magnifique! Drinks are pricey but we had a really nice time. Service: immaculate service- everyone was friendly, checking in on us, attentive and prompt. Very sweet people. Good was delivered in good timing. read more

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I brought my friends to begin celebrating the holidays and they were all amazed at how delectable every dish was! The ambiance is beautiful and festive. Live music is a plus. read more

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