Scalini's Pizza and Pasta

I came here on 11.06.24 with some work buddies on their recommendations for pizza. The vibe is updated old school, and the service was top-notch right out of the gate. I opted for the small pizza (12-inch) that I custom ordered (see picture) with a side salad starter. The salad was delicious and generously dressed with their house dressing, which was like a Greek vinaigrette. My pizza was epic. It came out directly on a tray, which was pretty cool. Despite the real estate it covered, it had a super thin crust, so I didn't feel TOO guilty about destroying it. The sauce was tasty and balanced perfectly with the cheese. My pie was so heavily topped that it presented a challenge in eating it. The toppings were fresh and delicious, and I love a place that isn't stingy with their olives. For the total experience, I would come back. Maybe a lunch portion pizza would be better next time, but for my maiden voyage here, I left very happy.

Back today for lunch with family - all dishes GREAT and large serving - pesto chicken pasta absolutely to die for - so rich and creamy. Second dish was meat sauce and spaghetti - my husband says one of the best red sauces he's had - personal FAV. Table bread was warm and fresh along with house salads. Appetizer - Arancini balls with mushrooms - you could see the mushrooms and served warm dipping sauce. Also a good value, the wait staff very attentive and service was very good. Easy - parking out front to dash in if limited on time at lunch.

Food: 8.9/10Service: 9/10Ambiance: 10/10Here we go again, y'all know Italian is my favorite! Although I seek authenticity, I give this place their flowers most for food portion, vibes and seasoning their food good If you love a cute hole in the wall, romantic sounds of Sinatra, Nat King Cole & Other jazzy artists this is a spot for you! Great for lunch/dinner (haven't tried breakfast). FLAVOR is not something neglected here (unlike other restaurants attempting to serve Italian in Dallas, Tx). Highly recommend. GOOD FOOD SERVING SIZE

A coworker ordered a cheese pizza when we we're working in the area. It was actually pretty good, why I decided to bring the family to the establishment. Located in a shopping center in Lakewood Hills area. Small place with a bar as well, we ordered a pepperoni pizza and my daughter ordered some pasta. Pizza was very good, I tried my daughters pasta and was good as well I think it was the chicken Alfredo or shrimp one of those. Pricing was ok, food was great though.

If you can ignore the dated decor, the great service and food make this worth the trip. I grew up in the northeast and this place reminds me of a local small town pizza place where families visit weekly. Loved the pesto pizza! I also like how there aren't a million choices- unless you make your own. It has all the basics and prices are reasonable considering it's so close to downtown. Thanks to our waitress who was very sweet and efficient! I wish I remembered her name.

Wow oh wow the spicy pasty was AMAZING!!! This little family owned Italian is the best place in Dallas. I feel like Dallas has a huge opportunity for good Italian. This place is so good. We also had an amazing pizza. Super affordable.

4.5 stars if I couldFood: Homemade pasta dough and salad dressings. Good value - reasonable price for quality and quantity of food. Clams are small for the seafood dish, but the white sauce is good. Spaghetti and meatball are a classic.. pizzas are always great. Sometimes the main dish are have a too high percentage of pasta to other stuff. Ex. 80% of past to 20% of chicken parm. I wish sometimes it was a slightly more balanced meal. 4.5 stars instead of five because most dishes are outstanding, and others are just ok. Wine glass - super reasonable based on price. Ambience - casual, classic single business family vibes. Service - solid.

We go to Scalini's often and are never disappointed. The food is prepared with fresh authentic ingredients and is consistently good. The staff is friendly and attentive, and their pizza can't be beat. Their salmon and salads are excellent. We like the intimate environment that has the feel of a well loved neighborhood favorite (which it is).

I doubt I will be ordering from this place again. I ordered a large pizza that was very very late for delivery getting to me. I had to call the restaurant four times to see where my pizza was the person that answered the phone told me that it was out for delivery and it was 45 minutes late. I called back again after that time and said I would like a refund on my money and somehow before the pizza got to my door it eventually got to my door after I called about the refund. I don't know what went on with this delivery, but they told me on the phone that they had more than one delivery to do that evening. they still have not offended my money yet for this purchase the pizza was OK itself. It wasn't really appealing to me and it taste like something you would get at the grocery store in the freezer section.

I have been going to Scalini's since the 90's tonight I was verbally insulted by the female that handed me my to go order when I called to complain that my order was wrong