Picone

Review №1

Rating: 5

So delicious! We had the burnt carrots, chicken sandwich, and veggie pasta. Service was great too! Gonna have to come back and try everything else!

Date: 20 hours ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

We are stopped in town over night from out of state and found this place recommended online. It s a little building with BIG flavors. We loved the food and the hole-in-the-wall atmosphere. Food was fast and hot and service was super friendly and helpful. We highly recommend!

Date: a week ago

Review №3

Rating: 4

The food was really good and priced great!! Love the little cosy location.

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 4

Great authentic italian flavors - we are coming back for sure. Try the burrata , is fresh and with the right chewiness. Pastas are al dente just like in Italy, nice!

Date: a week ago

Review №5

Rating: 3

Food was good. The service was OK. Missed my order then took forever to bring out the correction. The place was hot and full of flies. Disappointing with the high rating. Maybe I was expecting more.

Date: a week ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №7

Rating: 3

The smash burger was great, but my potato fries were really salty. My husband s pasta was a little too salty as well. The service, however, was very good!

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Amazing food, amazing service everytime

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Its REAL FOOD with REAL CHEFS. Impeccable. Chefs kiss. For real though, its so refreshing to eat food made by people that know what theyre doing. I appreciate the small menu because its an indicator that they actually can cook everything on there. And the rigatoni even improved from the last time I had it! Thats a mark of excellence. Vegetarian options: Usually between 0 and 2 vegetarian options, but theyre all absolute bangers.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Great inspired meals by service industry folk. Never disappointed. If you catch a homemade pasta night youre in luck.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №11

Rating: 3

I ve been wanting to try Picone since they opened, and tonight was the night. I was underwhelmed and disappointed. I expected the counter ordering vs. table service. We waited a long time for our food. My overall biggest complaint is the temperature of the food. Our burnt carrots were warm at best on the thin end, but room temp at the thick end. Other than that, the taste was great. I ordered the daily special pizza. Again, room temp at best. As no one checked on us, I went to the counter and politely asked it be reheated. When it came back 3 min later, it was warm around the edge and still room temp everywhere else. I love Parmesan, but I had to scrape some off of my slice just too overpowering. $9 for a very ordinary slice of pizza that should ve been 1/3 of the price. We also got the hangar steak. It was excellent! Cooked perfectly and very tender. The chimichurri sauce was meh, and the accompanying potato salad was fair. I ve heard amazing things about the burgers and pasta dishes, so I will give it another try for one of those items. I m hopeful .

Date: a month ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Celebrity Chef Tony gots the stuff

Date: a month ago

Review №13

Rating: 2

Went for the first time today. You step up to a counter to order. No smiling faces from any employees. They ask for a tip once you order and pay for your order. There is no service. I sit at a table on a overly hot room. I get a Styrofoam cup with water and a number handed to me and I choose my own table. I have to go back to the counter to get napkins, utensils and straws. The wait for our food was long. Once delivered, your on your own. They never came back to ask how our food was. They dont check to see if you need more water. What was the tip for? You expect me to come back for what? The food was good but not great. Not awesome. But I cant get over that you ask me for a tip and I get no service At all. Vegetarian options: Pasta and burnt carrots were vegetarian. Parking: Somewhat difficult to find parking

Date: a month ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Maybe Im a little biased as this is currently my favorite place to eat. I absolutely love the vibe of the place, its byob, very casual Ive never once felt uncomfortable when walking into picone, which is rare. I get very uncomfortable in resturants. Now to the best part, THE FOOD, I dabble in my husbands plate and have tried a few thing outside of my normal chicken parm with Sunday sauce, never once tried something I didnt like. Yuca fries, heard of them.. yea I hadnt either, never knew I needed them in my life, but here we are. The crispy fried potatoes are out of this world, only complaint there is GIVE US THE SAUCEEE. Lol all in all, if you were curious about the place, stay gone I want to keep it for myself. Just kidding, I encourage everyone to go and see for yourself THEY WILL NOT DISAPPOINT YOU. Parking: Well, sometimes are better than others. But her, its a good thing for picone that I sometimes have trouble parking, lets me know my favorite spot is doing well!

Date: a month ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Not sure why but Denton just doesnt have alot of great restaurants. But this place is on point & never disappoints!!

Date: a month ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Picone is the unique dining experience youve been waiting for. Tony and Michael are so creative and absolutely embody the chef owner driven concept. They crank out great inspiring dishes while having fun. Keep up the good work guys, youre killing it.

Date: a month ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Pork belly Mac and cheese special was one of the craziest experiences my mouth has ever had, and the portion was huge! I need to try everything on the menu.

Date: a month ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

AMAZING!!!!! Small place and was crowded so took a little long to get meal and dessert. Best Chicken Parm ever - moreso fo rthe sauce. BEST EVER Damn CHEESECAKE (dont tell my mom). The topping was, i believe, black berry. Whtever - BEST EVER!!!!!

Date: a month ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Large Portions! The Chicken Parmesan Alfredo and the briria smash burger was pretty good. I found the place a bit pricey and the atmosphere was not what I was expecting. Overall, new spot unlocked. Will come back again.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

This is hands down my favorite restaurant in Denton. With the creative rotating specials (check instagram for the special of the day) Picone just does not miss! And their staples on the menu are amazing, too - the smashburger is one of the best burgers in town. 10/10! Portions are generally big enough to split too

Date: 2 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Finally got a chance to stop in to Picone for a late lunch and MAAAAAAAAN what a brilliant idear that was. We started off with the burrata (that pillowy soft french bread is effin PHENOMENAL), I had the smash burger and its officially the best Ive ever had, 1000 times better than that chain burger joint thats famous for smashing burgers. Our other entire was the Fri/Sat special Chicken Parm Marsala, holy schnikes this was by far the crispiest, juiciest chicken parm on earth, the marsala sauce was delicious and had a little kick. So todays late lunch adventure was well worth it 25/10 will be back to try their weekend specials and everything else on the menu

Date: 2 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

The positive reviews are spot on. Great, chef-driven, seasonal / rotating menu. Food tends to be rich with larger portions - family-style is a good choice. Most healthy weight eaters will likely need a to-go box - I am (ahem) larger and still needed a to go box. The former dive-bar aesthetic just fits with the entire experience - totally authentic and it makes the food the star. I prefer they raise their prices and dont ask for tips - you order at the counter and they bring you the food... 15-20% higher on the ticket price (for the staff) would still be very good value given the quality and quantity of the food. It is just the strange optics of tipping for the type of service at that price point... Just increase the prices and put up a gratuity not necessary sign. People will respect you for paying your staff adequately. So, the gratuity is why I marked the service down. The young lady behind the counter was genuinely pleasant for the short time we engaged. Finally, yes, the dishes were heavy on sodium. Didnt ruin the taste, however - it just had a noticable impact on the palate and I will be extra thirsty this afternoon. Probably could have asked for less salt on the smash burger (lives up to the hype) - probably not on the other dishes as they might be prepped in advance. But, people have different levels of tolerance for sodium - I am light on the salt in cooking and only add salt to prepared food after I taste it.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 1

Date: 2 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 3

We had to wait quite a while for our food. Burnt carrots were meh . Veggie rigatoni was good, my daughter enjoyed her hangar steak- but for $38 it didn t seem like much. I love to support local but the server (you order at the cash register so no one ever checks on you) was not friendly, the wait was long and for the price we paid ($82 for 2 ppl)it just wasn t worth it.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

It doesnt look like much but the food is excellent! The guy at the counter was very nice and helpful. I really enjoyed the hanger steak and fries.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

The food was really good!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 4

Date: 2 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Best smash burger in town! All the food is delicious and great people here! There is a reason they got best in Denton!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

Great Cuban Sandwich and awesome Crispy Taters...

Date: 3 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 4

A peculiar place, we thought it was something else. We were disappointed... The burger very heavy in terms of flavor.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

My wife and I have been wanting to come here for awhile. Weve heard nothing but good things about the food. The baked carrots are amazing!! The buratta was to die for!! Chicken parmesan was a great piece of chicken lovingly coated in crust with the perfect amount of cheese and sauce! Absolutely wonderful experience.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Second review: It continues to not disappoint. The orange chicken fried sandwich was absolutely mind blowing. Im a little biased because pickled carrots and slaw are my fave but the crispy potatoes and all??? Perfection. If this was on the menu forever Id be here twice a week. I need to start running more to make up for it.... Do not let the funky (and delightful!) Little building deceive you. This small place holds BIG things. If you do nothing else, look at my pictures. The clean plates should be enough but if not, heres my two cents: EAT HERE. My god. How there is not a line out the door from the second they open is beyond me. I should have known because Lavan is a phenomenal chef. But lets get down to brass tacks: the meal starts with what appears to be some lovely plated garlicky bread. Its crunchy and light as is its basil aioli partner. The burnt carrots are dressed in chili (oil?) With dapplings of whipped ricotta. Perfectly cooked, not mushy, not crunchy. The gnocchi is toothsome, the pesto is fresh, the broccoli has exactly the right amount of chew. Freshly grated parmesean holds it all together for a perfectly balanced meal. All of this is great dont get me wrong. But the steak and potato gratin? May literally be the best thing that has ever graced my face. The steak is PERFECTLY done. Its an absolute experience. Perfect sear, juicy in the middle, smothered in pan sauce. The king oyster mushrooms are a delightful unique experience thats a far cry from the usual button mushrooms you get in most steakhouses. The potato gratin manages to be both light and comforting at the same time. Maybe this is a lot but its rare for such a shining star to come to Denton. We WILL be returning to try every part of that menu. Parking: Not too many spots but enough to service the restaurant

Date: 4 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

I ve been a regular at the spot and after the longest time, I decided to go there yesterday and see the new menu. I tried the hanger steak set, Chicken parm, and got the fruity pebbles semifreddo as well. It s always a good time - the guys over at Picone never disappoint(shoutout to Tony & the gang) but a special special appreciation to Andrew he s literally HIM!!!!!!! the sovereign of the scene - took our orders, ensured that we understood everything we ordered, and made improvements when necessary the man just GETS IT and I wish him nothing but the absolute best!!!!!!! - think I m lying, well you ll just have to see it for yourself. The food was amazing and as much as people want to complain about prices, you re paying for more than just the food(you know this because you ve spent debatable amounts of money on things that weren t worth it) so mute it .go there and just have a great time .Thanks Picone for a wonderful experience as always.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Just had dinner here -- chicken parm, the Sicilian slice, the fruity pebbles ice cream treat. I LOVED it. The dishes were tasty, beautiful, and I think most of all, thoughtful. It really came through that the people behind this restaurant are just so talented. The flavors were bright, strong, they really picked certain notes and supported them with the rest of the meal. The chicken was salty, savory, paired with big toothsome pasta with a peppery red sauce. Slow heat, played very well with the cheese. The Sicilian slice was awesome as well, felt more like a focaccia than a pizza but the texture -- light, airy, good oil -- was really satisfying. Flavors were fresh, front of the tongue! Fruity pebbles semifreddo for desert. They did something to get the crispie treat to maintain integrity under the ice cream. Crunchy to the last bite. Not super out there but it was a real treat :) The ambiance was comfortable, warm, but unfussy. The staff was really nice. I actually loved how self directed the ordering system was, but no one was dawdling on orders or anything. They just felt really present. This is a place with a lot of life. So highly recommended.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

ordered the hanger steak , avocado toast, potatos and cheese and burutta . Food was excellent servic3was on point and presentation was 11 out of 10 highly recomend

Date: 4 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Recently tried their pizza Wednesdays and enjoyed it a lot! And if you ever get a chance to try their birria burger when it s on special do it! Change your plans and make it happen lol might be one of my favorite things I ve tried here. Dishing out really good food one month in. The ricotta gnocchi with pesto and broccolini was absolutely phenomenal, I will be thinking about that one for a while. The chicken parm was excellent as was the sweet heat Italian sausage. Cannolis and Burnt carrots were good. Beyond the food tasting good, I left feeling really good. The food ate clean and by that I mean it wasn t full of oil and wasn t unnecessarily rich or heavy and I didn t leave feeling like I was going to have a food baby all night lol - two thumbs up there; comfort food done well and done right. Whether you re taking food to go or wanting to sit and eat there, you order and pay up at the counter. The menu is up on a chalk board, simple and constantly changing; just enough to choose from without offering too much and overextending themselves. (They update the menu on their instagram so you can see what they got before going) Food came out at a good pace. Plate-ware was nice. Space inside is simple, not fancy, but coming here is about the food, but the space has potential and I m excited to see what they do with it as they get some momentum and evolve.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 4

Parking was a nightmare. But I ve been told about this place so many times so I came to check it out FINALLY last night for dinner. I was honestly really looking forward to trying their food. The first thing that kind of shocked me were the prices. But I thought, maybe it s just deliciously perfect. But you don t get sat, you don t get drinks brought to you. You go up to the counter, order, pay, grab your own silverware then get a number and sit down. Like in fast food so I confused when they asked for a tip. So to not be greedy, even though I m already spending $19 on a pasta dish so, I tipped. All this person had to do was bring the food so I m not letting that get to me cause I m hearing all the quality experiences that people have had here in my head and I m optimistic. So my partner and I sit and we have our waters and we wait and we wait and we wait and I m thinking, this will be extra fresh! And after about 25 min, the food is brought to us. The guy asked us if we need anything. But we re okay. And I m just disappointed from the get go. There are literally like 12 noodles and then this slab of chicken Parmesan. The noodles were cold/room temp. And the chicken was delicious don t get me wrong. But it wasn t anything that really gave me goosebumps or made me feel like the price was justified. It was just a fried chicken piece with a minimal amount of pasta. I d say if you re looking for a very Denton-Italian experience go here? Just don t expect service for the price of the food. You re just literally getting the food. Parking: Very tight fit. Especially if there are no spaces in the front.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

we went here several months ago. best burger ive ever had and amazing chicken parm. went again recently for the real test, consistency. food was exactly the same and equally delicious. our favorite restaurant. we rarely eat out but this where we go now.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Picone is the freakin bomb. We were back in town visiting and literally went for three meals in a row and have ZERO regrets. The chicken alfredo parm & the lasagna burger (yeah a lasagna burger is what I said ) ..wooooooweeeee stupid good. The times we were there were really busy and our food came out quickly and were plated so well. Tony and his staff make amazing food, are funny as hell, and make you feel like family when you re there. Give them all your money! p.s. they have extra large Topo Chicos

Date: 4 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Really great food! The staff were all upbeat and friendly. Our only comment would be that the dishes were a tad heavy on pepper (though I do like pepper!). We have already recommended it to others and would like to go back to try other menu options.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Lovely place and awesome food! Wheelchair accessibility: Im a paraplegic and use a wheelchair. All doorways are large and even with the concrete floors. Parking is good. Food : 5/5 |

Date: 5 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

We finally got to try it! 2 adults & 2 pre-teens. I wasn t expecting to order at the counter. Then you pick your seat. Menu seems to fluctuate. Drinks are bottled/canned. They will give you cups of ice. My husband said it was the best steak he d ever had. The fries that came with it were wonderful (he preferred the hot honey sauce and I preferred the pesto sauce). The burnt carrots were worth trying bc of their novelty, but next time I m hoping they have the crispy Brussels! We inhaled the carrots, I just think there should be more for the price. We tried both variations of Chk Parm - Alfredo & Sunday (red sauce). Alfredo was the clear favorite. The portions were so massive, we had enough for 2 lunches the next day. I was jones n for a cannoli or tiramisu, but they didn t have either so we headed up the block to Di Abruzzo for dessert. Kid-friendliness: There was not a kids menu when we went. Food can take a while - small kids might not want to wait!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Amazing little gem of a restaurant. This is the first restaurant out of Italy that has the vibe, simplicity, authenticity, and quality of a mom and pop local restaurant you walk into in a remote Italian village :). Dont expect a large menu. Its a seasonal small menu but everything is perfect.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

This was surprisingly delightful. I ordered the OG Garfield and was just expecting lasagna, but instead I got a much higher class meal. It was lasagna with some delicious twists. I cant wait to come back in town and try something else.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Hubbalubbabubbabaaabbababusssin! Gyat dam my biscuits are buttered. When you guys move to a bigger building stay the same price please price so good

Date: 5 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

The BEST of Denton. The chicken parm alfredo is so damn good! Denton is quickly becoming an Italian destination. No matter where you are in DFW, this place is worth the trip.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Absolutely a - fantastic quality! Chicken Parmesan was delicious - Smash Burger so tasty. Brunt carrots were so good. Chocolate ginoch with basil ice cream sauce was a surprise finishing touches to a truly fantastic dinner. While the parking was tough to find, and the decor is friendly, not looking like a 5 , the food was so good, dont miss this gem!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

When I saw 4.9 stars, I had to try it. I had the Chicken Parm Alfredo and very much enjoyed it. Great, casual, off-beat restaurant. I believe the menu rotates and is not large.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Unbelievable food! Everything on the menu is delicious! The best Italian food in DFW! I would suggest getting the burnt carrots and ricotta gnocchi! The service is great and the owners couldn t be nicer! I can t recommend this place enough!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Reviews do not do Picone justice. This place is an absolute diamond, and Denton found it! If I were to describe hole in the wall this is a blown up wall, because that is what the food did, I am blown away. They cook the food they want, and it is damn good. Please come here, try their food, and then come back. You won t regret it!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Thank you for a fantastic lunch today. The burnt carrots was extremely flavorful and delicious. The Boiga was well seasoned, by far the best smash burger Ive eaten to date. The lasagna burger was purchased out of curiosity, pleasantly surprised how well the pesto tied everything together. If youve made it this far do you, your taste buds a favor and stop by for a delicious dinning experience

Date: 5 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Please please please check out Picone, this place is insanely good!! Easily the best food in Denton hands down

Date: 5 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

Truly truly delicious food.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 4

I went to Picone for one thing, the OKC Smash Burger and I was not disappointed. It was exactly what I wanted! The fried potatoes were also fabulous. My friends pasta and meatballs was great according to her but seemed a bit sparse considering the price. My burger was $15 but Ill go back for sure. Also, I noticed other customers had brought their own beer in so I guess its BYOB which I will do on my next visit.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 3

Good food but way over priced. No free refills. Paid 62 for 2 people. Meal was worth 30 dollars max

Date: 6 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

My FAVORITE eatery in Denton- the veggie rigatoni is a staple and my partners favorite thing on the menu, though the smashburger is always a good find. Be sure to follow them on IG to see some previews of specials and bring a friend to help- sometimes their portions are really generous when youre going with something like their Birria crunchwrap. Always worth every penny

Date: 6 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Denton is blessed. To have this level of creativity, deliciousness, and consistency is no small feat. I tried Picone for the first time about a month ago. Since then, I ve made it a point to go there at least once a week for the burger and fried taters with a side of the brussels sprouts. The smash burger is the best in DFW. Maybe the world? On another night, splitting the wagyu steak special w a buddy was a revelation. Seriously yall, it is so damn good To the chefs and owner: please keep the standard you have created. Take care of your people and continue to create food with intent. Picone is special

Date: 6 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

So very good! Do not let the location fool you, it is a fantastic place to eat. I usually get whatever is on special and I have not been disappointed once.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Picone is fantastic. They have a rotating menu (with a few permanent - and delicious - offerings) and add new items often, so theres plenty of variety, and all of it is amazing. My wife and I find ourselves making the drive out to Denton more and more often just to come here. I cant recommend it enough.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Ordered the Chicken Parmesan to go and it was perfection.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Great people. Amazing food! Will become a regular stop!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

The best

Date: 7 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

HANDS DOWN THE BEST PLACE IN DENTON! The service here is always 100% and so is the food. The cooks do an amazing job and Brooks always does an amazing job. Keep it up!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

My mouth is watering just thinking about the amazing food at Picone. Any opportunity I have, I bring my friends here and they all love it. My top recommendations are: the burger, steak & fries, pasta and the tiramisu is absolutely glorious. Keep an eye out for their daily specials also. This chef is definitely thinking/cooking outside the box and his creations are just delicious! Enjoy! Vegetarian options: I brought two friends that are vegetarian and they all love the pasta, potatoes and Brussels sprouts.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Went there with my buddies bubba and sid to get chicken fried sandwich crispy potatoes on there anniversary not to long ago and it was packed. Good food all around no complaints nice work, will definitely be back.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 1

If youre going to this place looking for a traditional italian restaurant, youre going to be disappointed just as i was. Everything about this place was cringy and offputting. The music was horrible. Having to pay upfront, horrible. The service, or lack therof, was horrible. The food was way too salty. The tiramisu wasnt anything like a tiramisu is supposed to be. It was more like a vanilla cake with some pudding and whipped cream thrown on it. It was like eating a frat bar that charges way too much. Not a fan. I wont be back.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Amazing food!! Only issue they have is not enough parking

Date: 8 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Today was the 1 year anniversary, I got a fried chicken sandwich and side of potato slices, each well portioned and affordable. Absolutely banger of a meal. Best chicken sandwich of my life zero caperoni

Date: 8 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Chef Tony is a staple in the Denton culinarily community. This is among the top restaurants in Denton. Do not underestimate this place or the chef owner.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 3

Honestly a little underwhelming considering all the hype. Pretty okay food but not a great value. All 4 member of my dining party felt the flavors were masked by an abundance of sodium. The burnt carrot was nice but the meatball sub might be the best deal of the day (although the balls left me belching an absolutely venomous aroma that evening). Rigatoni could have used a touch of something green like a sprinkling of parsley and after adding a pair of balls was $18. French Onion Soup was quite hearty but again, super salty. Hope the best for them just not my spot. Vegetarian options: Denton is home to the largest population of gender-fluid Gen-Z kids in North Texas so you know their going to accommodate vegetarians.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

Impastably good

Date: 8 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

Fancy new option for tasty Italian dining in Denton with amazing prices & service.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Picone opened a week before I moved away from Denton and I am so sad that I had to leave because their food is incredible. The staff is super accommodating too! I visit every time I m in town, and usually plan my trips around their schedule.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

I have no idea what sorcery they performed on the crispy brussel sprouts but I dont know that Ive ever had better veggies in my life. Also the smash burger is easily the best burger in town edit: just had their daily special of a gochujang cheese steak, and its the only correct cheese steak Ive had outside of Philly

Date: 9 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

This place is LEGIT! The owner is a cool guy and takes care of his customers. No matter what you get off the menu, it s well worth the price and the portions are on point. I would recommend this place to anyone..

Date: 9 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 4

Date: 9 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 4

Date: 9 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 4

I definitely liked this place. It was very comfortable, and not pretentious. Im just not quite ready to give it five out of 5 stars for food, because I found myself thinking I could do as well or better than this myself. But obviously, not everyone feels that way. I do want to say that it was very good. Very good job for a new spot.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

One of the best burgers in town!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

The smash burger was fricken AaaaMaaazing!! The Chicken Parmigiana was equally as exciting! The blend of flavors exploded in my mouth! I highly recommend this place!!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Chicken Parm was the BIDNESS. Excited to try something different next time I go. I heard the meatball sub is excellent too.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

One of the best burgers Ive ever had, hands down. The staff was friendly and even remade our fries when they werent to our liking. Do yourself a favor and drop in for some amazing food.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 3

Not impressed

Date: 10 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

One of the top 3 restaurants in denton, denton county and maybe DFW. Denton needed more unique eats and Picone delivers. Their ever-changing menu and specials really liven up the restaurant scene here and it is always a treat to eat here!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Ugh SO GOOD!! One of the few new restaurants that is keeping the Denton spirit alive. You can tell its run by a bunch of chef friends who are just having fun cooking quality dishes, both traditional and fusion inspired. Heads up for veg people - they didnt have any veg entrees, but I asked and they said they had an off-menu option. I got the pesto pasta with roasted brussel sprouts and shallots. Divine. Also got the pumpkin tiramisu, which was yummy. Its pricey for a typical Denton college student budget, but the portions are generous. Definitely coming back :)

Date: 10 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Incredible music, never change. I love you.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Okay so first impressions?? I truly dont have words. Like honestly. Im speechless trying to figure out how to describe the culinary rollercoaster I just went on and I have no idea what to say. When I tell yall this is THE BEST BURGER IVE HAD IN MY ENTIRE LIFE?!?!?! IT IS NO EXAGGERATION. Ive been wanting to try their Birria Burger for awhile, but its a pop up item thats only on the menu sometimes. For whatever reason I thought about it today and lo and behold, they were selling it. So I hopped in the car and made that journey to Denton, which took an awhile, but it was absolutely worth every mile! I knew the burger was going to be good, but honestly, nothing could have prepared me for HOW good. I think the part that blew me away the most was how strong each part of the meal was, individually. The Birria meat is an insane blend of short ribs, chuck, bone marrow, and oxtails, then come the two smashed patties, with mozzarella cheese, pickled onions, a tostada, guacamole, and herb crema. EVERY INGREDIENT CAME CORRECT FROM TOP TO BOTTOM!! The bun?? Perfectly soft and buttery with a slight toasted crunch. The Guacamole?? TOP TIER, SUPER FRESH. Could EASILY be served on its own with chips and be one of the best guacs youve ever had!! Birria meat?? OUT OF THIS WORLD. BURGER?!?!? PERFECTLY COOKED AND SO WELL SEASONED!!! HERB CREMA?? INCREDIBLE!! PICKLED ONIONS?!?!? THE PERFECT FINISHING TOUCH. Then we move onto the potatoes and the aioli?? AMAZING!! The potatoes were so crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, the aioli was so well balanced with a slight amount of sweetness and just omg!! I know I pretty much just wrote an entire book, but these emotions are FRESH and I truly dont know what else to do with myself!!!!!!!!!!!! I dont remember the last time I was this genuinely excited about food. I already have my sister on the way to make the journey to get herself one tonight because its just THAT GOOD!! Anyway - TLDR - THEIR BIRRIA BURGER IS THE BEST BURGER ON THE PLANET. I hope this place stays open forever!! I will scream this from the rooftops!! 1000000000000/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!!!!!!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Picone is the best thing that has happened to Denton in a long time. Not only is the food insanely good, the owners (straight up just two dudes) treat their staff well. They always have something new on the menu, but if you aren t feeling adventurous, their smash burger is the best I ve ever eaten. It quite literally does not get any better than Picone. Parking: There s like 12 parking spots Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs or curbs blocking entrance

Date: 10 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

This place is a diamond in the rough. Love the combination of flavors. Food was outstanding as well as the service. If you are looking for atmosphere this is not your place. If you are looking for amazing food....this is your place.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

What delicious Italian dishes! Ive had a few things and all were wonderful, but my favorite is the pork rigatoni. Sooi good!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

Buddy told me about this place, and it didnt disappoint. Very selective menu, but I truly believe this is because they only focus on those certain items. I was correct. The food was a little pricey, but I did not mind eating great food. Loved it all. Very flavorful and perfect amount of spicy. Ingredients seem very fresh. The only complaint is that parking is very tight, especially having a full-size truck.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

In a city whose soul is being sucked up by franchises, this diamond of a place shines bright. Full of flavor, full of creativity, and full of kindness, this is the new staple to our community. If you re reading this, you may be new to town, traveling through, or are (somehow late to the party) hearing about the place with a growing bandwagon. HOP ON. The rotating dishes make each visit unique, but the staple items are always there for us creatures of habit. Stop reading and just go. It won t disappoint.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Just amazing just freaking amazing! Ive been waiting for so long to come and try it out and it did not disappoint! I got a smash burger and picuban and each bite was exploding with flavor I m not a huge pickle guy but the pickles in these sandwiches were on another level! Look it may seem like I m exaggerating but truly I m not, best food I ve had.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Literally, the best. I dont even live in Denton, but my daughter does. This is where I always want to go. Cant wait to come back!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №111

Rating: 2

Chef driven menu but surprisingly disappointed. Got the chicken parmesan on Alfredo pasta and pesto meatball sandwich. Great thing was the cheaper price and big portions. Chicken parmesan was the best out of these all but average at best. Alfredo pasta tasted like out of a can. The meatball sandwich was not eatable. Cannot recommend, maybe bad luck

Date: 11 months ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

came in specifically for cheese cake and then i saw it was $10 and i was like aw damn but then it was 10 out of 10 (dollars) truly fabulous and delicious, just like the rest of their food

Date: 11 months ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Legit best food I have had all year. Burnt carrots, arancini, and baked ziti All amazing!!!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Top 5 food in Denton, easy! Hole in the wall with classic Italian dishes, chef inspired fusion, and delish burgers and sandwiches. Tony and the crew know whats up. Give them a try and you will not be disappointed!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Awesome food, they have me coming back for daily and weekly specials. Im addicted to the sauce that comes with the fried potatoes

Date: 11 months ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

This is amazing hidden gem in Denton. The chef/ owner is showing his skill with some great Italian food. Ranging from a humble but delicious chicken Parm, to more fine dining style dishes like his burnt carrots and steak and risotto. Dont be fooled by the location or simple service this place is worth a trip any time!

Date: a year ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

This place is dope

Date: a year ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

One of the best spots in Denton. The price is a little steeper for a college student, but the food s quality makes up for it. The staff members are very friendly too.

Date: a year ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

We had an incredible meal from Picone s! They were slammed on a Saturday, but the owner still took the time to greet us and ensure we were okay while waiting for our to-go order. Our food came out in record time. Portions are huge and kept the whole fam full.

Date: a year ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Staff is friendly, food is great! Burnt carrots are a must have appetizer! If you re in Denton you should definitely check this place out! Support local!!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

I want to gatekeep this place so badly but everyone deserves a meal from this place. It s fun, delicious, and so exciting to see an ever evolving menu. If you want to splurge, try the steak, you won t be sorry. Other than that, you can t go wrong with really anything. It s become my husband and I d new favorite little treat to call in for pickup.

Date: a year ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

We love coming here. The menu changes weekly. And the specials are always exciting. It s BYOB which is also awesome! These hometown guys make delicious food and serve it with grace and style. Every time.

Date: a year ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

We stopped by for the lunch menu and left beyond satisfied! Be sure to check their Instagram for specials...

Date: a year ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

yum

Date: a year ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Ive tried the whole menu both dine in and take out. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming while providing wonderful food as well!

Date: a year ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

The food is always so good!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

This place has a welcoming vibe. The food is incredible and I m always excited to try the new creations!!

Date: a year ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

As far as Italian food goes, this is about as good as it gets in north Texas

Date: a year ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

I am never disappointed by the quality and love that goes into every dish. Locally owned! You cannot beat it. Everything is delicious, everything is high quality and you can tell how well everyone is treated and how much they all care and put into their food. The skills they possess and atmosphere alone is worth the time and price. LOVE PICONE and everyone that makes this restaurant so great. Denton needed you <3

Date: a year ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

Picone is the real deal. A family owned business with incredible exciting food - the kind that makes your eyes roll back in your head the first time you try anything on their small but mighty menu. Its foolish to be in Denton and not eat here. Food

Date: a year ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

This is easily one of the best restaurants we have been to in Denton! Cannot wait to go back and try more things on the menu!

Date: a year ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

said oh my god out loud when trying the burger. must try spot in denton. i love you guys

Date: a year ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Great people serving great food. Go eat here. Often.

Date: a year ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

best place in dfw.

Date: a year ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Had the quesadilla cheeseburger 10/10

Date: a year ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Best food and best ingredients. Chef T-Bone knows what he s doing!

Date: a year ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Exceptional.

Date: a year ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

This hidden gem is absolutely delicious, and helps me maintain my weight. *belly pat*

Date: a year ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

Everything Ive tasted here has been incredible. This is my favorite Italian restaurant in Denton, and I love that its affordable enough to keep in my regular rotation of local spots to eat.

Date: a year ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

This restaurant, full of talented + passionate chefs, is one of the best places to grab a bite in Denton!

Date: a year ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Our favorite spot when visiting Denton

Date: a year ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

This is one of the best places in Denton, friendly staff, always polite and willing to go the extra mile. I love their burger, probably the best in Denton!

Date: a year ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

Beautiful people who make yummy food! Service is always 100% always coming back!

Date: a year ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Really a great spot to eat. Intimate and the food is wonderful! Try the crispy potatoes with the crema *mouth waters*

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

You can absolutely feel the love put into the food and experience here!

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

The food and staff are simply incredible. Yummy yum yum for my tummy tum tum

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Weve had so many items off their menu and every single one of them was high quality and absolutely amazing. We love that the menu changes up a bit every week and always look forward to seeing whats new. You cannot go wrong with this place!

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Amazing food, friendly staff, relaxed atmosphere. All the food is high quality. Best Italian food you can find here and I m a New Yorker, so I m picky about my chicken parm. Their smash burgers are the best burgers in town. I m obsessed with their crispy potatoes. Def my fav spot in town.

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

GO TO PICONE everything is always amazing Vegetarian options: They have a small menu with a few veggie options. Food : 5/5 |

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Picone has one of, if not the most, creative, Chef-driven menus in town. When you walk in, you can tell the staff is a cohesive team that loves what they do, which speaks to Chef Tonys leadership. The chicken parm is classic, but there are lots of fusion elements in the menu that separate Picone from other Italian spots. Always try the special. Dont sleep on the burnt carrots. Save room for dessert. Check the menu (or call ahead) because some things are seasonal and rotate, but even if a past favorite has gone away, youre going to find a new favorite.

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

The food is so good it can make you emotional

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

My favorite restaurant in Denton. Locally owned, chef driven. Fun specials. Great service, and great people working there. Every time I order take out my food is coming out when I arrive! Not to mention my boyfriend and I can split an entree and salad and be stuffed! They don t skimp on the portions and it s worth every penny. 10/10 always.

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

What is there to be said of bliss and glad life before its end? For works fair and wonderful, while they still endure to be experienced, are their own record, and only when they are in peril or broken forever do they pass into song. This establishment will endure indeed, within the confines of my memory as one of the finest establishments our city has to offer. With each dish the flavors cultivated by innominable generations with care and patience resound.

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

I ve been following these guys for years and am so proud of them for owning their own spot! My favorite items are the burrata salad, crispy potatoes, and burnt carrots. But that smash burger though. YUM! Everyone that works here is always friendly and I highly recommend checking this place if you haven t. One of Denton s gems, for sure. LOVE YOU TONY! Vegetarian options: I eat mostly vegetarian and loveeee to get a burrata salad and burnt carrots for dinner.

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

If you live within a 3,000 mile radius of Picone, then you have to try this place. My boy Tony just puts a special amount of love in every dish. Just incredible.

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

One of my favorite spots in town. The food is fantastic and made with love. In your first visit get the burnt carrots and chicken parm. Its the best youve ever had.

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Denton brothers own this business and it s what makes Denton the awesome town it is. Great food, great atmosphere, and amazing people who create it. Go check it out and see what the artist can cook!

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

First visit. Excellent appetizer of burnt carrots with lemon ricotta and honey. I ll be thinking about those all week! The pasta dishes were cooked perfectly with full flavor sauces and we finished with a slice of their cheesecake. Great service. Cafe owned locally and rotating specials. We are already planning to return.

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

Top 5 burgers ever, maybe even top 3. Incredible.

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Everything I ve tried from Picone is delicious. The food is reasonably priced and the quality of the food is even better! Definitely one of my favorite spots in Denton. I love that they change the menu weekly but still keep a good amount of fan favorites available. Very excited to see what dishes they come up with for fall/winter.

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Tony out did himself with this place. Food amazing, vibe on point. This is a place that feels like home and like youre treating yourself at the same time.

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 2

Was told food would be ready in 5-8min when I arrived and waited 18min. Service is too slow for such high priced food.

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

A hole in the wall with delicious food. The burger was fantastic. All the options looked so good.

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

Never had a place with such a consistently kickass menu. Food is some of the best I ve ever had, in Texas or elsewhere. Service is kind and down to earth, the Ribeye and any of their pastas, sandwiches or otherwise will be instant favorites for you I guarantee. Atmosphere is cute and home-y. Gives you that hole in the wall diner vibe. Eat here and tip! It s amazing.

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 4

The burnt carrots were unique and tasty, but too spicy for me to actually enjoy them. The chicken in the chicken parm was quite crispy and very good. The Caesar salad was ok. Id be inclined to order takeout if returning since seating is quite limited.

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 5

It s be bussin bussin fr fr. The chicken parm sando .

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

First time. Ive eaten at 2 previous restaurants at this location so I knew it was a fairly uncomplicated hole-in-the-wall setting. Still, they did all the little things right. Music wasnt too loud, service was prompt and friendly, tables had plenty of space. The food was incredible. I got a chopped cheese and my wife got chicken parm. Definitely the best sandwiches in Denton with incredible attention to details. (Seems like other restaurants always cheap out on the bread. The bread here is fantastic and up to the job of holding these monsters together.) Word of advice: if you like having veggies with your pot roast at home, try the burnt carrot appetizer. Its what other roast veggies want to be when they grow up. 10/10 Will be coming back

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Best steak I ve had. Ever. Will be coming back again and again and again

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

SO GOOD!! The chicken parm was one of the best I have ever had. My husband had the chopped cheese and he absolutely loved it.

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

The building is very unassuming but don t let it fool you, the food is incredible!

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 5

Classic Italian comfort with Chef Tony s personal flair. The chopped cheese is like no other!

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

The food is unique and delicious. If you are fan of excellence in cheese form I suggest Picone!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

So happy this place is in Denton! Amazing Italian food. A bit of a dive but the food is incredible, even appetizers. Burnt carrots don t sound good but are to die for.

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 4

Finally tried Picone! The Brussel sprouts were amazing- as were the crab ragoons! Never got the the chicken parm- ill have to tell you tomorrow! Very Denton atmosphere- tight space- great place for a dinner for two or three- outside area does have air, but- like everywhere the a/c is struggling to keep up- so- if you wilt in the heat I would wait til it cools off so you can truly enjoyall that is brought to your table!

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Food was excellent quality. I had chicken parmesan and it was wonderful. The cheesecake was out of this world!

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Passing through and had an hour to spare close to dinner. I m a foodie and of course went to find a place with great reviews. Picones lived up to the 5-stars. We shared two appetizers, burnt carrots and burrata. Carrots were spectacular with incredible flavor and perfectly cooked. My son devoured the majority of the dish. The burrata was also tasty. I would only have enjoyed a bit more arugula & tomatoes with the burrata, but the flavor was perfection! I hope to come back again and try a meal! Delish!

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Came in tonight for the first time and wow, amazing food! We did the burrata which was freaking amazing, my husband got the chicken park sandwich, and I did the chopped cheese! So delicious and wonderful all around. Can t wait to come back!

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

One of the best restaurants in Denton. Tony and his crew are fantastic, not a bad meal on the menu!

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 5

The Phil s Chopped Cheese rivals and beats the best of South Philly. The best chopped beef steak and cheese sandwich I ve had in a long long time.

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Chef Tont is a straight magician. This place cannot be beat. Best everything Ive ever had (and I can eat) Best parm, Best salad, best crispy potatos, even best cheesecake. Everyone on staff is awesome. Really good vibes, but seriously this food cannot be beat.

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 4

Okay, I came here excited to try a new Italian restaurant in Denton. Well, first impression, its just okay. The food was decent, and I can tell they are passionate about the food. However, I think they need help/improvement with service, ordering, and the weirdness/awkwardness of what to order where and if you sit down to order. They need a sign stating so that there is none of this awkwardness. Example: Order here. Also, its weird that they give you tap water, and the ice is kept in a cooler. Drinks in a can, and everything is given in Styrofoam even to-go food. The pictures on goolge really are not what you would expect. I thought it would be a higher-end restaurant or something mid-tier and its not even this. I think they have a lot of kinks that need smoothed out for it to be mid-tier. However, like I said previously, they seem passionate about the food, just a managing/GM problem. Just very low-key and awkward place to eat even if the food does come out fairly quick. Hope they figure it out and kill it. Best of luck!

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

By all appearances, Picone is unassuming, and yet eating here makes me assume the life story of the owner. The ambiance of Picone is immaculately intimate, somehow capturing the feel of a mom-and-pop shop while also exuding excellence in every breath. From the loud music playing off one speaker in the corner to the single server, I feel like I walked into a family restaurant and was treated like I ve gone there every Monday since I was a child. My interactions were indeed informal but incredibly respectful. Picone is not only loved but cherished among its visitors. During my time at Picone, I got a Pork and Mash burrito due to the sheer oddity of it being on an Italian menu. I was fundamentally unprepared for the flavors that would emerge from within the flour tortilla-wrapped delight. I was elated at the flavors that emerged and merged with textures that frankly don t belong in a burrito. If the portion weren t so large, I d have ordered another to revel in the delicacy. I hope to return soon. Parking: Few parking spots

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

I love Italian food and this is the best fettuccini Alfredo I ve ever had, each bite was a flavor bomb and the chicken was amazing.

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

Beautiful! The food was fantastic and everything worked really well with each other! 10/10 would recommend

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Yum!! Been all over denton and wanted to try a new place. They did not disappoint! The burger was incredible, and they have a rotating menu that had fettuccine alfredo which was fantastic.

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago