The Bugatti name has meant something in Dallas Italian dining for a long time, and now there’s a new chapter. Trattoria Bugatti opens Monday, April 20 at 3850 W Northwest Hwy in Midway Hollow — just down the street from where the original Bugatti Ristorante stood before it moved to Farmers Branch.
Continue readingFiled under Steven Doyle
Dallas has been on a serious run lately, and the restaurants are starting to reflect it. The latest proof: Sant Ambroeus has chosen Knox Street for its first Texas location, opening in 2026, most likely Fall — and if you know the name, you know what that means.
Continue readingFiled under Steven Doyle
Caffe Lucca is a collaboration between Dallas restaurateur Julian Barsotti and former NFL head coach Jason Garrett. Babe Laufenberg has been rumored to be part of this project but he vehemently denies this in a Facebook post.
Continue readingFiled under Steven Doyle
Louie’s on Henderson Avenue has been a staple of East Dallas since 1987, founded by Louis “Louie” Canelakes, whose presence defined the restaurant for decades. Louie passed away in 2013, but his influence remains in every detail—from the exposed brick and pressed tin ceilings to the vintage bar stools and the welcoming, unpretentious atmosphere that he built. Televisions broadcast sports, bartenders greet regulars like family, and the hum of conversation fills the room. Louie’s thrives on consistency and character, not gimmicks.
Continue readingFiled under Steven Doyle
Enoteca Italia succeeds because it is anchored in its people—the family, the kitchen, the staffThe family who owns it keeps a close hand on the details—what lands on the plate, what fills the glass, how the room moves on a busy Saturday night. You sense it in the consistency. Nothing feels accidental, and nothing feels overworked. It’s a restaurant shaped by people who are there, paying attention, making sure it tastes right and feels right, night after night.
Continue readingFiled under Steven Doyle
In the polished walkways of Preston Hollow Village, Centrale Italia offers Italian dining that is confident, refined, and approachable. From the moment you enter, the wood-fired oven draws your attention, sending subtle smoke and warmth into the room, hinting at the depth of flavor to come. The dining room blends warm woods, clean lines, and ambient lighting, creating a space perfect for a celebratory evening, a lively night with friends, or an intimate dinner. Service is polished and attentive, seamlessly woven into the flow of the meal. Website here.
Continue readingFiled under Steven Doyle
Nonna Tata in Fort Worth makes you want to order everything. The kitchen smells like garlic sizzling in olive oil, tomatoes breaking down into thick, sweet sauces, fresh herbs torn by hand, and bread that’s just come out of the oven, crust crackling and interior soft enough to soak up sauce like it’s meant to.
Continue readingFiled under Steven Doyle
Since opening in 2018, The Charles—the inaugural concept from Dallas-based Duro Hospitality—has held a defining place in the city’s dining landscape. Now, the restaurant enters its next chapter with a thoughtful redesign and a refined culinary focus that honors its origins while moving decisively forward. The restaurant now takes on a reimagined look and feel.
Continue readingFiled under Steven Doyle
