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MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX

MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands

4.8
4.8
308 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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 Northern Italian Restaurant serving Lake Highlands and Dallas for 35+ years. 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 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. NOW WITH A Full Bar!!

Awarded best night out in Lake Highlands 3 years in a row!

Warm & cozy atmosphere, perfect for all occasions, family dinner, casual night out, date night, family gathering, and rehearsal dinners. We have a large covered patio, a fireplace to get cozy by, a new bar & a separate

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue, Thu 11:00 am–1:30 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
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Asher Stevens
  • 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
  • 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

  • Lunch

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

Offers

  • Warm Up By the Fire

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Tue - 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Wed - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Thu - 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Fri - Sat - 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Enjoy a cozy dinner in dining room with a fireplace

    Warm Up By the Fire Photo
  • Wednesday and Thursday Happy Hour 4-6:30

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM,Thu - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Happy Hour! Happy Hour starts at 4 Dinner Starts at 5 only Happy Hour Food 4-5

    Wednesday and Thursday Happy Hour 4-6:30 Photo

What 308 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
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dallas - Fort Worth

    Italian

  • Dallas

    Italian

308 Reviews
  1. CharlotteB

    Dallas

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love MoMo’s! Last night we had the spicy lasagna with a Fantasia salad, and a nice bottle of Chianti. Great dinner!

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  2. kylestewart

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food, wine, atmosphere, and hospitality is top-notch. Our go-to restaraunt for special occasions and to introduce to our friends!

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  3. JudyC

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time at MoMo’s and I’m so sad we have missed out on this wonderful place for so long. Our food was perfect, the service was perfect, and I will not stop telling people they need to visit this gem! Can’t wait to return. Just go!👏👏👏👏

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  4. SweetPeaSea

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is easily one of my favorite places for any occasion. We had dinner with our kids and the grandparents last night and there was something for everyone, the ambience was intimate without feeling pretentious, very cozy but spacious. It feels like your neighborhood bistro where you could go for cocktails, date night or a family dinner and you’d feel welcome and comfortable. Food is elevated, flavorful and well portioned. I haven’t met an item I didn’t like. Drinks are on point with thoughtful nonalcoholic options to curated wine, beer and cocktails. The Momo Spritz is craveably delicious. Service is high touch but not in a way that interferes with your meal or conversation - you just feel cared for and catered to, which is so hard to find these days!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Food is always fabulous, and the service is impeccable.

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  6. LaceyK

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent ambiance. Great wine list. Attentive service. I'd definitely eat here again.

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  7. EatLocalOwned

    Dallas

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thoroughly enjoyed one of their seasonal specials. The pasta with venison ragu was exceptional. MoMo is such a neighborhood gem.

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  8. Anonymous

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, low key, relaxed and friendly. Local, neighborhood gem!

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  9. JohnB

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great authentic northern Italian cuisine and a fine wine list. Always a pleasure.

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  10. Craig

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, service and ambience, everything you love in a local restaurant. MoMo’s Italian Kitchen is the best, we love this place.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The owners and staff made our dinner an amazing experience! They were helpful, friendly and took great care of us! The pizzas were delicious! The focaccia was so yummy! They even helped with a recommendation from their extensive wine list! The patio was peaceful and quiet!

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  12. EatLocalOwned

    Dallas

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This neighborhood gem continues to shine with their seasonal specials and smart wine list devoid of the typical corporate crap at inflated prices. Well done Arron and Wende!

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  13. BillS

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very attentive to food and drink information requests

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  14. CharlotteB

    Dallas

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love MoMo’s! Last night we tried two specials, both pasta dishes. One was wheat pasta with a venison ragu, and the other was a carbonara with a special Spanish ham. Both were delicious!

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  15. EreG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, efficient and friendly service, great ambiance.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing authentic Italian pasta and sauce very pleased with this unexpected gem!

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  17. RonM

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We dined on the patio, which was comfortable and quiet

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  18. baseballbob

    Dallas

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Momo's food is always original and excellent. The wine dinners are fun. It's a great opportunity to try a few different wines.

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  19. Chef

    Dallas

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Seriously one of my favorite, LOCAL spots to eat. Family owned with authentic Italian food, cocktails and an array of wonderful wines. Their wine dinners are always a wonderful experience as well!

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  20. PattyB

    New York Area

    68 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorite restaurants in the area!!! We love going there!

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  21. Bubba

    Dallas

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food & service! Love this restaurant! Pumpkin gnocchi was delicious!

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  22. JanF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have dined at MoMo for 36 years. Always a great experience. Highly recommend this locally owned and operated restaurant. Many authentic Italian options.

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  23. RonM

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The owners are always warm and welcoming. This restaurant is a gem — great food and staff. This is our go-to place for date night.

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  24. HSmith

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    MoMo is our absolute favorite Italian restaurant in Dallas! Every dish is crafted with talent and love - you can taste it. Most pastas are house-made; they're incredible. I do not personally prefer the add-on seating area (room with the bar); it needs warming up in decor and actual heat - but it is perfectly lovely. Ask for the original room with the fireplace :). Wende is a treasure; we love seeing her as well as our favorite, longterm waiters!

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  25. LindaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Not your normal red sauce Italian place. Just very, very good.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great menu, food, service, and overall experience. As always! Dallas’ best kept secret imho!

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  27. tituse

    Austin

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. There were 6 of us, 2 were running late. We were not rushed, they took excellent care of us. Everything from the lamb meatballs to the veal was amazing. And the parsley, garlic, and chipotle spread for the bread is fabulous. I highly recommend giving this place a try.

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  28. CharlotteB

    Dallas

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another great meal at MoMo's! We both had the salmon special, which is one of our favorite dishes.

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  29. Kbelliott224

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a neighborhood gem! We always go here to celebrate family birthdays and it is always a hit! Something for everyone - even kids.

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  30. EllyW

    Dallas

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Momo never disappoints in quality and service. A favorite place for sure!

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  31. EatLocalOwned

    Dallas

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are finally seeing weather conducive for al fresco dining and MoMo Italian Kitchen and their wonderful patio with wonderful container plants is one of our go-to favorites. Seasonal dishes and a smart wine and beer selection along with a family feel from the owners Wende and Aaron make this locally owned neighborhood gem a must visit.

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  32. DanaM

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice, quiet atmosphere. Great food. Authentic taste.

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  33. RickR

    Dallas

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The service was good and the restaurant is comfortable. The food was warm and should have been much hotter. We had a nice dinner, but the food could have been better.

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  34. ChrisT

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the best Italian food in North Dallas. Great food, outstanding service, terrific outdoor patio.

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  35. baseballbob

    Dallas

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The chicken breast, pork and veal entrees were all excellent.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent, creative, delicious food with outstanding service!!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience2
    I don’t recommend to go The food was basic and I think for$80 per person I could get more

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  38. EatLocalOwned

    Dallas

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    MoMo is one of the very few local restaurants I think came out of the pandemic even better than prior to the pandemic. Aaron, Wende and their entire team continue to refine what they do well all while keeping MoMo a local neighborhood gem. Don’t overlook their specials and well crafted wine & beer list. MV

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  39. Jaimnewt

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was amazing and had a lot of knowledge. We loved the pasta and Italian wines.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Our favorite Italian restaurant! Food is consistently fabulous!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands using the Order Online button. MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (972) 234-6800.

MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands is rated 4.8 stars by 308 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 8 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
    Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue, Thu 11:00 am–1:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • 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
  • 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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