Collina's Italian Cafe — Restaurant in Houston

AMAZING AND VERY VERY DELICIOUS PIZZA BEING MADE HERE!!! Swung by today for the first time and I must say it was amazing. I'm not gonna speak or elaborate about the service my wife and I received from the Hispanic lady just because I don't want to spoil this review but I will say our service could have been alot better...but neways..you guys got to swing on by and try there pizzas. First off that garlic bread, omg... it's fire. It has that right amount of garlic and butter and it's toasted just right with that perfect crunch. The side salad that is served with the pizza is also delicious. It's very fresh the lettuce is very crisp along with purple onion and the tomatoes are also very fresh not soggy at all. I saved the best for last. The pizzas that are being made here are extremely delicious. Let me tell you, that crust on that 8in is made so perfect and it has such a beautiful crunch and the sauce is just made so perfect. The sauce is not tangy nor overpowering and they spread just the right amount on the pizza that your taste buds are rejoicing in so much joy because it's so good and the toppings are very fresh I mean fresh. I loved this place when you pick up that beautiful slice of pizza and that cheese stretches a mile long your mind gets blown away. All I can say is that I place this place #1 on my top 5 pizza parlors. Watch out Star Pizza you got some serious and I mean serious competition. I highly recommend this place. Very elegant very clean the food is delicious plenty of parking great prices and a pretty good selection of food. 2 8in pizzas garlic bread 2 salads 1 water 1 sweet tea it came out to like $35-$40 with tip. I promise it's worth every penny. Thank you Collinas for making us some very delicious food and we look forward in...

Last minute decision that paid off! The atmosphere is great - Casual, family style with hints of upscale. You can bring your own wine and the uncorking fee is reasonable - Probably better that way so you can bring your favorite wine and they can focus on the amazing food! There's a nearby wine seller (Reata), and running by to pick up a bottle got me major points with my wife! The staff was attentive and friendly and it seemed like a very cohesive crew. In a crowded dining room we were still able to relax, converse and have an intimate couple's dinner without noisiness. The food was wonderful; perfectly proportioned along with the amazing bread and FRESH salad prior. The lasagna was perfect (plenty of meat!), and the house made tortellini was impeccable... Pleasant complexity in every bite. P.S. dessert was delicious! We had a chocolate walnut cheesecake but honestly, everything sounded good. It seems like the negative reviews may have been in regard to takeout orders which, unless you're getting pizza, most of this stuff is meant to go from the kitchen to your dining table - Not into a box and then someone's car to you house. It's basically leftovers at that point. Also, entree portions may be a bit small because ideally you'll also be having bread and salad and perhaps an appetizer - It's Italian, "Stay a while". Maybe there are good/not-so-good times to go but you should roll the dice. After all, expectations are just...

Delicious Food, Friendly Service — But the Restroom Needs Serious Attention ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 out of 5)

We visited on a quieter day, but it’s clear this spot is popular with employees from the nearby private companies, so it can get busy during peak hours. Thankfully, we were greeted immediately upon arrival and seated right away—great first impression.

The menu offers a wide variety, and everything we tried was flavorful and well-prepared. I highly recommend the meatballs—the meatball Bolognese was especially good. The pasta was perfectly al dente. I did ask for a side of fresh basil to bring a bit more brightness to the sauce, and it made the dish even better.

The lasagna was also cooked beautifully and came in just the right portion size. For the quality of food and service, the prices are very reasonable.

My only critique—and it’s a big one—is the condition of the restrooms. They’re severely outdated and honestly feel more like a gas station bathroom than one that belongs to a restaurant of this caliber. It’s disappointing, especially since everything else about the experience feels elevated. A full renovation would make a huge difference in aligning the ambiance with the quality of the food and service.

Great food, welcoming staff, and excellent value. We’ll definitely be back—but I do hope management considers updating the bathrooms to match the rest of...