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Magdalena's Trattoria Pizzeria

4.8
4.8
149 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
The passionate General Manager responsible for acclaimed Houston establishments DaMarco and Dolce Vita has embarked on a new culinary adventure that will transport patrons to the heart of Italy. This new journey led to the creation of Magdalena’s Pizza and Trattoria – a haven for the finest Italian pizza and pasta.

Magdalena’s is an inviting space where everyone can gather to experience the true essence of Italian cuisine. The secret to Magdalena’s success lies in our commitment to using only the highest quality ingredients imported directly from Italy. To compliment the cuisine, we offers an extensive wine list available for purchase by the case with the most competitive retail pricing.

The dedication to excellence in customer experience, the discipline required to produce elevated dishes, and loyalty to authenticity are all traits instilled in Chef Nicolas Nikic by his Italian mother. It is not surprising, therefore, that the restaurant bears her name in homag

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 230-8698
  • Website
    https://www.magdalenasitalia.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 149 people are saying

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Houston

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Magdalena's Trattoria Pizzeria offers a delightful dining experience with "absolutely delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "best pizza in town," a well-curated wine list, and the attentive presence of Chef Nicolas. While the ambiance can be lively, the restaurant is lauded as a "gem in the area" with its outstanding menu, making it a beloved neighborhood spot.

149 Reviews

  1. Carrie

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. The service attentive but not overbearing. They have my favorite dessert in Houston. Their lemon budino is perfect and I haven’t found anywhere that serves anything remotely like it. An absolute must for any lemon lovers!

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  2. DIANA

    Guanajuato

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a birthday celebration for our family and all the food was great. The owner/chef was gracious enough to check in with our group a couple of times. Service was professional and helpful as well. Thank you for a lovely evening.

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  3. John

    Houston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife had heard about Magdalenas’s Trattoria Pizzeria from a girl friend. Having Pizzeria in their name does not do justice to this restaurant. The experience was so much above my expectations. The food was exceptional the atmosphere was excellent and the bill reasonable for what we received. We will return to this restaurant.

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  4. Jim

    Kansas City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my fourth time dining at Magdalena. We have tried many things on the menu and everything has been excellent. The attention to detail, the presentation of the food, the ambience in the restaurant combine to make a pleasurable experience. The Osso Buco, mussels, seafood, pasta are very good.Someone in my party, Fortunately, always orders pizza and shares it with the others. I think the Pizza is the best Neapolitan in Houston. The salads are so fresh and presented so well every time I’ve been there. I also enjoy talking to the owner( and Head Chef) ; he visits each table and his stories from cooking around the world are quite interesting.

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  5. Jeff

    Houston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An unexpectedly rewarding experience. Great ambiance, great food, great service. This is a hidden gem. Check it out.

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  6. Bernie

    Nashville

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Food, Great Service in a cozy corner. Chef Nicolas goes above and beyond with his hands on approach.

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  7. Marisa

    Chicago

    49 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We decided to try this restaurant based on a friend’s recommendation. I was very disappointed. We specifically asked no extra salt on our food. Everything, from the pizza sauce to the spinach on the quail and polenta dish, was extremely salty. The only exception was the pizza bread. The flash fried artichoke was not edible. It was like chewing on wood chips. The prices are very high for the quality of the food. The only thing we all enjoyed very much was the budino lemon dessert. That was excellent. Still $14 dollars for a dessert… we will not be back.

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  8. Charlie

    Houston

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always experience exceptional service and wonderful food when dining at Magdalena’s.

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  9. David

    Houston

    167 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    167 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is excellent: Celery salad, arugula salad, pasta carbonara, pasta frutti di mare, pizza, cafe latte.

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  10. Sam

    Houston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and and service. Must try their salads, pastas and pizzas!!!

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Magdalena's Trattoria Pizzeria is rated 4.8 stars by 149 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Magdalena's Trattoria Pizzeria

5110 Buffalo Speedway, Ste B, Houston, TX 77005

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Buffalo Speedway and Westpark
  • Neighborhood
    Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
  • Hours of operation
    Tue, Wed 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Full Bar
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