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Via Emilia - The Woodlands, The Woodlands, TX

Via Emilia - The Woodlands

4.8
4.8
2130 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Named after an ancient Roman road that spans from Rimini to Piacenza, Via Emilia Italian Restaurant is known for their house-made pastas, braised meats, seafood specialties, and delicious desserts. The family-owned restaurant served Houston diners for over 13 years before moving to their current location in the Woodlands. We welcome you to experience the most authentic northern Italian cuisine in the Woodlands - no passport required.

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2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (281) 465-9555

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Private party facilities

    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Via Emilia can accommodate all your special event needs.

  • Private party contact

    our Private Dining Coordinator: (281) 465-9555

  • Neighbourhood

    The Woodlands

  • Cross Street

    The Woodlands Parkway

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Entertainment

    Via Emilia features live music Wednesday through Saturday 6-9pm.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,130 people are saying

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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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • The Woodlands

    Best Food

  • The Woodlands

    Best Ambience

  • The Woodlands

    Great for fine wines

  • The Woodlands

    Romantic

  • The Woodlands

    Italian

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    EVERYTHING is always great; it’s a bit crowded where we have been sat before.
  2. Bettyboop

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There food is excellent and so is the service. I had the Eggplant parm my husband had linguine and clams both were yummy. You have to get their cannoli it is the best also their cheesecake. I love this place.
  3. TaraO

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Atmosphere is upscale. Food was excellent. Service paralleled the atmospheres and cuisine. We will return.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi Tara -Thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to rate us. We are so pleased to know you enjoy your meal and our ambiance. We are happy to hear you will return to dine with us, and hope it's sooner than later!

  4. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The six of us had a great dinner and top notch service by Madelynn.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi There - Thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to rate us. We are happy to know you had a five-star experience, and received top notch service from Madelynn. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  5. SarahB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    While the atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for and our waitress helpful, our dishes were so-so and several came out lukewarm. For the money, I found it a little underwhelming. We were promised bread several times that never arrived. The waitress seemed to want to hear our feedback and concern but her manager did not seem at all concerned.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi Sarah-thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to review us. We truly value guest feedback, as we are always looking for areas to improve. Your comments have been passed along to the appropriate people to ensure this doesn't happen again. We hope you give us another chance to impress you.

  6. HiHo

    Houston

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    We met friends for dinner. Our drinks were all very nice. Our waiter was pleasant. We asked for separate checks since our friends don’t drink alcohol. Our first course of salads arrived promptly and were all very good. The mains were served to our friends and much later to us. One in our party sent hers back because it was not warm enough. Our waiter apologized and said because of the separate checks, they were prepared as separate diners. The kitchen should have been informed that all 4 meals were to be prepared and served simultaneously and at the same table. The manager stopped by and apologized and offered 2 desserts to make up for the mishap. We appreciated this and enjoyed nice desserts. What really is a problem in this restaurant is the temperature. Twice now, I along with my friends, have experienced the dining room to be uncomfortably warm. Each visit we remarked to the waiter about how warm it was. We all really enjoy the food, atmosphere and service here, but we will hesitate to return because of the dining room temperature. I sincerely hope this can be corrected.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi there- thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to review us. We truly value guest feedback, as we are always looking for areas to improve. Your comments have been passed along to the appropriate team members to ensure these issues are addressed accordingly. We truly appreciate your business, and we hope to give you a five-star experience on your next visit.

  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a nice experience! I am from the same region in Italy of the owner and the food had the same taste and quality of the ones from my country. I really enjoy it and the service was great.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi There - Thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to rate us. We are so pleased to know you enjoy our cuisine and consider your compliment one of the highest! Grazie, Grazie...please come back to dine with us again soon.

  8. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant is very unassuming. It looks like a typical strip mall place but once inside it’s another story. The service and ambiance were fantastic. The food was some of the best I have had in a while. Absolutely recommend this place to anyone. Appetizers, entrees and desserts were all unbelievable. Great place.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi There - Thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to rate us. We are happy to know you enjoyed your meal, and received fantastic service. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  9. PennyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Italian food!!!! You will not be disappointed! I do not like figs, but the bacon wrapped stuffed fig appetiser was amazing!!

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi Penny - Thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to rate us. We are happy to know you stepped outside of your comfort zone and were deliciously surprised by our bacon wrapped figs! Please come back to dine with us again soon.

  10. Mazzy

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was very welcoming and we had a delightful dinner. The food was super delicious and I will always go back again! Thank you for making our date special.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi Mazzy - Thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to rate us. We are so happy to know you felt welcomed and enjoyed a delightful dinner with us. We hope to be your go-to place for future date nights!

  11. LRP8

    Houston

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a beautiful ladies luncheon to honor the passing of a dear friend. Via Emilia gave us a private area of the restaurant. Danny was able to accommodate the fluctuating number. The food & service were top notch! The salmon was a favorite and one can never go wrong with the chicken parm or spaghetti & mega meatballs. Thank you for a lovely lunch!

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded 2 days agoHi There - Thank you for dining with us, and for taking the time to rate us. We are sorry to hear about the passing of your friend, but happy to know we helped you ladies honor the memory of your friend with a beautiful luncheon. Please come back to dine with us again soon.

  12. NadineG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Via Emilia! It’s such a treat to eat there! Definitely a romantic place to have dinner! Food is delicious and service is exceptional!

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 14, 2023Hi Nadine- Thank you for dining with us, and for the five star rating. We are pleased to know you enjoy our cuisine, ambiance, and received exceptional service. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  13. Service

    Houston

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tremendous meal and service.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 14, 2023Hi there -Thank you for dining with us, and for the five star rating. We are happy to know you enjoyed your meal and received good service. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  14. LoveFood

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was outstanding- which matched the food. There was a man playing piano songs and it was the perfect background music. The burrata appetizer was perfect! We can’t wait to go back again.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 14, 2023Hi there - Thank you for dining with us, and for the five star rating. We are happy to know you enjoyed our meal and the music from our pianist. We look forward to serving you again soon!

  15. SteveL

    Edmonton

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Piano music was a nice extra touch!

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 9, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us, and thank you for the five-star rating. We are so pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and enjoyed the music from our pianist. We hope to serve you again soon.

  16. SWal

    Houston

    45 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    45 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent service and food as usual.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 9, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us. We are so pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and we hope to serve you again soon.

  17. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great as usual!

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 9, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us. We are so pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and we hope to serve you again soon.

  18. Gussy

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible, start to finish. Drinks, appetizer, entrees, and dessert - all prepared to perfection! Honestly, what a fantastic night. I can’t wait to go back. Thanks Danny and staff for making our anniversary dinner so special. Cheers.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 9, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us on your special day, and thank you for the five-star rating. We are so pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and we hope to serve you again soon.

  19. Angela66

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have only great thins to say about Via Emilia’s. The food is always outstanding. The menu has something for every taste bud. And Our waiter Dakota, was fabulous. The GM Mike came to our table and was also very personable.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 9, 2023Hi Angela- Thank you for dining with us, thank you for the continued support, and thank you for the five-star rating! We are so pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and received fabulous service from Dakota. We hope to serve you again soon.

  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All good. We will return soon.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on March 9, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us, and thank you for the five-star rating. We are so pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and we hope to serve you again soon.

  21. DogMom

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful as always. We were celebrating my husband’s birthday and had a wonderful time. Never disappointing. That’s why we keep coming back.
  22. ubnjtx

    Houston

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Excellent visit with my brother And wife
  23. dlb1

    Houston

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Everything was exceptional. The mussel appetizer was amazing and there was enough so we all could share. The shrimp pineapple appetizer was delicious as well. And our server, Christina, was helpful, informative, funny and a pleasant addition to our overall dining experience. We were just about to give up on dining out, as it hasn't been good these past couple of years, but Via Emilia has restored our faith!

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 22, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you enjoyed your meal and received helpful service from Christina. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  24. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    True authentic Italian food. Pasta was fresh and so delicious. Seafood was also amazing. Highly recommend!!!!

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 17, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you enjoy our cuisine, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

  25. BillB

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food (nice variety of Italian dishes) and service
  26. RunnerChic

    Houston

    10 reviews

    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience3
    This was not good Italian food. I was told the food would be amazing but we had shrimp that was so over cooked we couldn't eat. The lobster raviolli was fishy and the pasta was took dense for the filling. We also got the creme brulee and tasted like eggs and the top was burnt. We took one bite and didn't eat any more. The item was the bottle of Jordan wine. The burrata was decent, however the balsamic was very sweet. I would not go eat here again. For the price there are better restauarants.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 17, 2023Hi there- We truly value our guests feedback, as we are alway looking for areas in which to improve. If you would like to add to your comments, please reach our GM at 281-465-9555.

  27. RobR

    Tulsa

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another amazing dinner

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 17, 2023Hi Rob- Thank you for dining with us, and for the continued support. We are pleased to know you had a five-star dining experience, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

  28. DavidD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Every part of the dinner was excellently prepared and presented

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 17, 2023Hi David- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you had an excellent dining experience, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

  29. RichardM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding and the service was great.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 17, 2023Hi Richard- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you enjoyed your meal and received great service. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  30. TomB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Go! Everything was awesome even on the limited menu for Valentine’s Day. Service was great, all the staff were lovely. Steven was our waiter, attentive and kind. Dessert was out of this world fantastic the chocolate cake was the best we have ever had and the limoncello cake was unique and and simply divine. We sampled salads, appetizers, and entrees, all delicious.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 17, 2023Hi Tom- Thank you for celebrating this special occasion with us! We are pleased to know you enjoyed your meal and received attentive service from Steven. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  31. ChuckB

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The ambiance and service was fantastic, the food (lamb chops) were just ok, tough and over seasoned.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 15, 2023Hi Chuck- Thank you for dining with us, and thank you for providing us with your feedback, as we are always looking for areas in which to improve. We passed along your comment to our chef to promptly address this issue. We are pleased to know you enjoyed the service and ambiance, and we hope you give us another chance to impress you.

  32. LindaZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was excellent, friendly and the food was terrific. Love it here

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 15, 2023Hi Linda- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you enjoyed our cuisine, and received excellent service. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  33. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phenomenal

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 15, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you enjoyed a phenomenal dining experience, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

  34. manicuregirl

    Houston

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    I had lunch there and ordered pasta with eggplant and pomodoro sauce. The eggplant was diced very small and there was way too much sauce for my liking. I was not too impressed. However, the bread was tasty and garlicy which I liked but the pasta had too much sauce to even taste the pasta itself. Waitstaff was good and it is quiet to be able to talk.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 15, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us, and thank you for providing us with your feedback, as we are always looking for areas in which to improve. We have passed along your comments to our chef, and we hope you give us another chance to impress you.

  35. HollyH

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    VERY expensive, but VERY yummy! Perfect spot for celebrations.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 7, 2023Hi Holly- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you enjoy our scratch-made cuisine , and we look forward to serving you again soon.

  36. TonyB

    Houston

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    always amazing ... great selection on the menu for every taste.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 7, 2023Hi Tony- Thank you for dining with us, and for the five-star rating. We are pleased to know you enjoyed your meal, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

  37. SAlv

    Houston

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an excellent experience at Via Emilia. The waiter was very attentive, but not intrusive. The food was amazing (we both had pasta, which is made in-house), and the wine selection was great. We will definitely be back soon!

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 7, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us, and for the five-star rating. We are pleased to know you enjoyed your meal, and received attentive service. We look forward to serving you again soon.

  38. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Birthday for 16yr old. Beautiful place and great waiter. Food was very good but not the absolute 5 star. Will be back.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 1, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and we look forward to providing you with a five-star experience on your next visit!

  39. RomaineS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. Homemade pasta is the best

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 1, 2023Hi Romaine- Thank you for dining with us. We are pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and enjoy our scratch-made pasta! We look forward to serving you again soon.

  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and the food was also great.

    Via Emilia - The WoodlandsResponded on February 1, 2023Hi there- Thank you for dining with us, and for the five-star rating. We are pleased to know you had a nice dining experience, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

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You can order delivery directly from Via Emilia - The Woodlands using the Order Online button. Via Emilia - The Woodlands also offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

Via Emilia - The Woodlands is rated 4.8 stars by 2130 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:00 p.m.


Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Options

  • Order online
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Google Map for Via Emilia - The Woodlands

10700 Kuykendahl Rd. Suite F, The Woodlands, TX 77381

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    The Woodlands Parkway

  • Neighbourhood

    The Woodlands

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Entertainment

    Via Emilia features live music Wednesday through Saturday 6-9pm.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (281) 465-9555

  • Private party facilities

    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Via Emilia can accommodate all your special event needs.

  • Private party contact

    our Private Dining Coordinator: (281) 465-9555

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