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MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX

MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands

4.7
4.7
438 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
VOTED BEST ITALIAN in D' Magazine's Readers Choice 2022. The ONE AND ONLY MoMo. Located on Forest near Greenville, East of 75, Dallas' Original Authentic Italian restaurant focusing on the cuisine of the regions of Northern Italy serving Lake Highlands and Dallas since 1986. We are truly one of a kind an independent restaurant owned & operated by Wende & Aaron, local East Dallasites. We make everything onsite from classic Italian & family recipes including all of our sauces, our Italian sausage, pasta, desserts & more.
We feature a full bar and an excellent wine list focusing on Italian Varietals with several non-Italian Wines. We offer our premium wines at some of the fairest prices in all of Dallas.
Awarded best night out in Lake Highlands 3 years in a row!
Warm & cozy atmosphere, with 2 dining rooms one with a fireplace one with a full bar and a large covered patio, perfect for all occasions, family dinner, casual night out, date night, family gathering, and rehearsal dinners.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue, Thu 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–6:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (972) 234-6800
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Asher Stevens
  • Catering
    We offer pick up or drop off catering, and full service catering
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a private room for booking for up to 40 guests, please contact the restaurant to discuss
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Highlands
  • Cross street
    Shepard, one block west of Greenville
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop in front Train station down the street
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Alfresco dining

    Multiple dates available
    Join us o our large covered patio to Dine the Italian way Alfresco
    Alfresco dining Photo
  • Lunch

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for Lunch Tuesdays and Thursdays 11 am - 1:30 pm
    Lunch Photo
  • Italian Wine Tasting

    $55.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Let us guide you through Italy via Italian Wines We will guide on a tour of Italy via a sampling of 4 Italian wines and Antipasti (Meat and cheese, flat breads and more) Minimum 4 people
    Italian Wine Tasting Photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour Wednesday and Thursday 4-6:30

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Thu - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Join us in the Bar for Happy Hour Wednesday and Thursday 4-6:30 Happy hour is served in the bar area and patio only

    Happy Hour Wednesday and Thursday 4-6:30 Photo
  • 8 PM Reverse Happy Hour Friday & Saturday 8-Close

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - Sat - 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Join us in the Bar for Reverse Happy Hour Starting at 8 pm Friday & Saturday Only after 8 pm and only in the bar area

  • Sunday Happy Hour All Night Open to Close

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Happy Hour Drink Prices All Night Sundays!! All of our Happy Hours are Served in the Bar Area and Patio Only

What 438 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
MoMo Italian Kitchen in Lake Highlands offers "authentic Italian cuisine" in a "relaxed, friendly atmosphere." Guests rave about the "top-notch" food and "attentive" service. This "hidden gem" is perfect for both special occasions and casual dining. Seasonal specials and homemade pasta highlight a menu that keeps diners returning for more.

438 Reviews
  1. Michael

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was fine. Service was slow. Waitress was not able to answer questions about the menu. Limited wine selection. Staff was friendly, they just weren’t super familiar with the menu and it was slow considering there were only two other tables in the restaurant. 

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  2. Bensouda-Yu

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Shockingly bad dinner experience at MoMos restaurant last night. I had been enticed by what is clearly just a facade of good marketing. We arrived for dinner on time to be sat in the noisiest part of the restaurant near a huge party of guests with kids screaming and making far too much noise. We asked to be moved but we were told there was no other space. I then immediately ordered calamari since I knew our 2 kids were hungry- the calamari did not show up for at least 25 mins. And it was a strange presentation of calamari ‘sticks’ in a sweet tomato sauce that tasted very strange. It took more than 40 mins for the wine my husband and I ordered to be served. Then, after 1 hr and 15 mins patiently waiting for our food (with starving kids!) the waitress brought the pizza for my daughter, that looked like it had come from a frozen box. It certainly did not resemble the pics of a woodfired pizza shown on the website. My other daughter’s chicken Alfredo looked like it was just cream on fettuccine and it had no flavor. My fettuccine with beef and spinach was SO BLAND. No flavor, no salt, no garlic, no herbs or spices- it was terrible. Then, my husband’s risotto dish was a disgrace. I make risotto at home and know how it is cooked in the broth until it becomes fluffy and almost creamy. What was served at Momos was dry, crumbly, boiled rice with a cream sauce dumped on top. Absolutely disgusting. I was shocked and refused to pay for any of the embarrassing food that we were served. Horrible experience.
    MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake HighlandsResponded 6 days ago
    We are sorry you did not enjoy MoMo, we do apologize for the delay we were busier than normal & fell behind due to a couple of large parties. As for our food we make all of our pizza dough in house and we do not have a woodburning oven nor do we have any pictures on our website showing we do. As our menu clearly states the Calamari is a steak (not tubes and tentacles) & we cut it into strips and the sauce is a tomato basil sweet chili sauce that is very popular. You are correct the rice dish that was ordered was not risotto as stated on the menu it is a boiled rice dish with a prosciutto mushroom cream sauce a special Italian Wedding rice that has been on our menu for 40 years, we do have 2 traditional risottos as well. Once again we apologize for the delay & hope you give us another try.

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  3. Kyle

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, food, wine and ambience. Aaron and Wendy, and service team are top notch!

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  4. Patsy

    Dallas

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful food & service Wonderful restaurant

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  5. Roger

    Dallas

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again we had a fantastic meal at Momos Lake Highlands. It is truly a gem! Our meal included panko crusted flounder and mushroom pasta. Both were excellent choices. Wine list and cocktail menu offers many tasty options. Definitely a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️evening.

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  6. Antony

    Dallas

    51 reviews

    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent dinner ... the pasta dish of small mushrooms with chestnut flour pasta was quite superb. The chicken with a delightful onion based wine sauce slightly sweetened with brown sugar and red grapes was remarkable. Always great wine selection at resonable prices.

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  7. Kate

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience with delicious food and beautifully paired wines with each course. Can’t wait to come back. This neighborhood restaurant will definitely become one of our go-to favorites.

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  8. Elly

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Momo never disappoints!! Great food great service!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went on a search for a good italian restaurant in the area for my father’s birthday and stumbled across this place. It was a 40 minute commute from home to this location and it was worth every minute. I couldn’t be more impressed. I was greeted at the door by Wende, who is the owner of the establishment. She was warm and welcoming and even sat us herself. She also took time out of her night to go over the menu with us and give recommendations and explanations over the various food items they offer. The service was perfect, never an empty glass or question unanswered. I ordered the Fettuccine Ai Carne E Funghi which was a marvelous, flavorful dish that deserves a lot more attention. My family got the Fettuccine Alla Salsicca, Mandilli De Seta, and Ricetta Agnolotti Ai Formaggi and said they were all wonderful but agreed mine was one of the top dishes at the table. The restaurant itself had a very cute vibe and was beautiful. I would drive an hour just to eat here any day of the week. Highly recommend!

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  10. Lisa

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and outstanding service every time I go there. Interesting wine list (although I do miss the days of BYO!) and interesting (actually authentic) menu. Overall, my favorite restaurant to introduce people to and to celebrate just about any occasion.

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FAQs

MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (972) 234-6800.

MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands is rated 4.7 stars by 438 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands

8989 Forest Ln Ste 130, Dallas, TX 75243-4159

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Shepard, one block west of Greenville
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Highlands
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue, Thu 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–6:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Bus Stop in front Train station down the street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Asher Stevens
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (972) 234-6800
  • Catering
    We offer pick up or drop off catering, and full service catering
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a private room for booking for up to 40 guests, please contact the restaurant to discuss
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