Magdalena's Trattoria Pizzeria

4.8

148 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 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

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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

Location
5110 Buffalo Speedway, Ste B, Houston, TX 77005
Neighborhood
Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
Cross street
Buffalo Speedway and Westpark
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Full Bar

What 148 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
Italian

Review summary

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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.

148 Reviews

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Carrie
Houston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day 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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John
Houston
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 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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Jim
Kansas City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 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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Jeff
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 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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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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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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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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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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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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Georgia
Houston
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything is delicious -- we think this restaurant should be full all the time- They have a small but well curated Menu pizzas are great as well as any of the pastas which are made in house by scratch with organic ingredients. Great care is taken in the choice of wines and the presentation of each dish. Don't forget the tiramisu, which is the best version of itself ever! And even better, if you love your wine, you can buy a bottle to take home- Prices are very reasonable. Go for the authentic Italian food -- it's amazing.
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Magdalena's Trattoria Pizzeria is rated 4.8 stars by 148 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 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

Website
https://www.magdalenasitalia.com/
Phone number
(713) 230-8698

Magdalena's Trattoria Pizzeria

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What 148 people are saying

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