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Piola Restaurant and Garden, Ft. Worth, TX

Piola Restaurant and Garden

4.8
4.8
919 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Using family recipes that have been handed down for generations, Chef Bobby Albanese creates delicious, authentic Italian dishes in a comfortable at-home setting, complete with a beautiful garden for guests to enjoy.
Experience the richness and diversity of our menu while relaxing in an elegant space that takes you back in time. Located in the Cultural District of Fort Worth, Piola restaurant is a short walk from the museums and a short drive from downtown.

Additional information

  • Location
    3700 Mattison Ave, Ft. Worth, TX 76107
  • Phone number
    (817) 989-0007
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking available across the street from the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Bobby Albanese

Menu

Dinner

Appetizers

  • Bruschetta of Goat Cheese USD 14.88

    Goat Cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, roasted red peppers, homemade crostini

    • Giant Calamari USD 14.91

      Crisped with chile sweet and spicy sauce

      • Buffalo Meatballs USD 14.23

        In pepperoncini pepper demi glaze

        • Simmered Mussels USD 16.91

          In white wine, garlic, ginger and parsley broth

          • Creamy Italian Polenta USD 9.86

            With Italian herb sauteed mushroom, goat cheese crumble

            • Homemade Garlic Bread USD 6.93

              • Cheese Bread USD 7.98

                • Mozzarella Stuffed Arancini USD 14.17

                  With creamy truffle marinara sauce

                  Soup and Salads

                  • Lobster Bisque USD 11.89

                    With grilled shrimp

                    • Caesar Salad USD 9.98

                      With homemade garlic Parmigiano croutons

                      • Insalata Caprese USD 12.98

                        Fresh Mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, fresh basil, pesto and balsamic drizzle

                        • Insalata Misto USD 9.98

                          Mixed greens, homemade Italian vinaigrette, onions, tomatoes

                          • Watermelon Salad USD 11.32

                            Cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, balsamic vinaigrette, balsamic drizzle

                            Main Courses

                            • Grandma's Lasagna USD 21.32

                              beef, onions, Ricotta, Mozzarella and tomato sauce

                              • Lobster Ravioli USD 25.98

                                Creamy ala vodka sauce

                                • Chicken Piccata USD 23.32

                                  Lemon, caper, artichoke sauce over capellini pasta

                                  • Veal Piccata USD 26.93

                                    Lemon, caper, artichoke sauce over capellini pasta

                                    • Chicken Involtini USD 26.73

                                      With Ricotta, Reggiano, spinach, roasted red peppers, asparagus, creamy polenta in lemon, tomato, capers artichoke sauce

                                      • Rigatoni Bolognese USD 23.64

                                        Meat sauce and a touch of cream

                                        • Chicken Parmigiano USD 23.32

                                          Classico over capellini pasta

                                          • Penne Pesto USD 22.42

                                            With grilled chicken, light pesto cream sauce and walnuts

                                            • Smoked Chicken Fettuccine USD 23.38

                                              With mushrooms, goat cheese, caramelized onions, in garlic cream sauce

                                              • Shrimp and Asparagus Risotto USD 26.72

                                                With creamy Parmigiano and sun-dried tomato pesto

                                                • Pan Seared Salmon USD 27.93

                                                  Over wilted spinach, carrots and lemon sauce

                                                  • Spicy Fettuccine USD 28.88

                                                    With shrimp, mussels in spicy marinara sauce

                                                    • Buffalo Meatballs USD 26.73

                                                      Mushroom and pepperoncini pepper demi glaze with capellini Alfredo

                                                      Sides

                                                      • Pasta Marinara USD 7.72

                                                        side

                                                        • Pasta Alfredo USD 8.93

                                                          side

                                                          • Sauteed Spinach USD 8.95

                                                            side

                                                            • Asparagus USD 8.91

                                                              side

                                                              • Asparagus Risotto USD 7.88

                                                                side

                                                                • Creamy Italian Polenta USD 7.83

                                                                  side

                                                                  Desserts

                                                                  • Homemade Tiramisu USD 8.50

                                                                    Ladyfingers, mascarpone, espresso, brandy

                                                                    • Tamara Reese's Limoncello Cake USD 8.50

                                                                      Homemade angel cake, drenched in Limoncello

                                                                      • Cappuccino Ice Cream Pie USD 8.50

                                                                        Chocolate cookie crust, cappuccino ice cream, rich chocolate layer

                                                                        • Vanilla Creme Brule USD 8.25

                                                                          Rich vanilla custard, hard caramel

                                                                          • Mini Cannoli USD 8.25

                                                                            With chocolate chip ricotta

                                                                            • Flourless Chocolate Ganache Cake USD 8.50

                                                                              With raspberry coulis

                                                                              Last updated: 10 January 2025

                                                                              What 919 people are saying

                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                              Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                              4.8
                                                                              4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                              • 4.8Food
                                                                              • 4.8Service
                                                                              • 4.8Ambience
                                                                              • 4.7Value

                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                              Loved For

                                                                              • Dallas - Fort Worth

                                                                                Italian

                                                                              • Fort Worth

                                                                                Best Overall

                                                                              • Fort Worth

                                                                                Best Food

                                                                              • Fort Worth

                                                                                Best Service

                                                                              • Fort Worth

                                                                                Best Ambience

                                                                              • Fort Worth

                                                                                Best Value

                                                                              • Fort Worth

                                                                                Neighbourhood gem

                                                                              • Fort Worth

                                                                                Great for fine wines

                                                                              • Fort Worth

                                                                                Romantic

                                                                              Review summary

                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                              Piola Restaurant and Garden in Fort Worth offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food," "impeccable service," and a "cozy atmosphere." Known for its "exceptional calamari appetizer," the restaurant is perfect for special occasions or casual gatherings. Guests consistently praise the "lovely ambiance" and the attentive, friendly staff.

                                                                              919 Reviews

                                                                              1. Paul

                                                                                Dallas12 reviews

                                                                                4.0

                                                                                Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 3
                                                                                Quaint location with delicious food and very good service. Accessible for mobility impaired but suggest get dropped off at the door. Parking across street on a rainy evening was a bit uncomfortable. Will return and recommend to friends.

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                                                                              2. Christopher

                                                                                Dallas1 review

                                                                                4.0

                                                                                Dined on 26 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                2. Food 3
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                                                Chill lil vibe good lil pasta, nun chill first date I think she love me

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                                                                              3. Tyler

                                                                                Dallas2 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                Dined on 23 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Perfect as always! Food and service can’t be beaten.

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                                                                              4. Randall

                                                                                Dallas4 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Was such a really awesome setting. Quiet and romantic and fun atmosphere. Service was terrific and food was absolutely amazing.

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                                                                              5. angela

                                                                                Dallas6 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                Dined on 20 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                The service was fantastic and the ambiance was charming. Most importantly, the food was phenomenal!

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                                                                              6. Donald

                                                                                Dallas4 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                Dined on 18 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Super food and service. Atmosphere is great for a special event

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                                                                              7. Howard

                                                                                Dallas5 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                Dined on 16 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Food was amazing and service was impeccable, we would highly recommend

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                                                                              8. Mark

                                                                                Austin1 review

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Awesome Valentine's experience! The owner was very nice and the food and drink were excellent!

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                                                                              9. Bob VIP

                                                                                Dallas5 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                Never been disappointed here. Always great food and service.

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                                                                              10. Matthew

                                                                                Dallas4 reviews

                                                                                5.0

                                                                                Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                A wonderful Valentine dinner. This is one of our favorite place! Definitely 5+ stars.

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                                                                              FAQs

                                                                              Piola Restaurant and Garden does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Piola Restaurant and Garden also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (817) 989-0007.

                                                                              Piola Restaurant and Garden is rated 4.8 stars by 919 OpenTable diners.

                                                                              Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                              2 people
                                                                              7:00 pm
                                                                              Booked 11 times today
                                                                              Google Map for Piola Restaurant and Garden

                                                                              3700 Mattison Ave, Ft. Worth, TX 76107

                                                                              Additional information

                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                (817) 989-0007
                                                                              • Price
                                                                                $30 and under
                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                Italian, Mediterranean, Contemporary Italian
                                                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                                                Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                Business Casual
                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                Parking available across the street from the restaurant.
                                                                              • Payment Options
                                                                                AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                              • Executive Chef
                                                                                Bobby Albanese
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