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The Hot Italian

4.6(1,293)
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About

Italian, Sandwiches

Hours of Operation

Monday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Saturday10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday10:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Contact Information

Address

3773 Richmond Ave., Houston, TX 77046, USA

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Reviews

4.6(1,293)
Sun Blaze

Sun Blaze

The food here was amazing. Some of the potions were quite large and others were small. The waiter staff were polite and efficient. Emilio was our waiter for the night. He was informative, found out about our allergies and provided exemplary service. I will definitely be back. We had the Duck tortellini, kale and asparagus salad (superb), sea scallops risotto (the scallops were so tender), and several other dishes. None were disappointing. Oh and the bread was amazing.

3 months ago

Derek Gantt

Derek Gantt

We had had this place in mind for an occasion later this year but ended up going here today; so we were not dressed formally though it was a really nice and family-friendly setting. We had calamari, polpette, and saffron pappardelle, as well as tiramisu. Complementary focaccia bread was good and calamari was crispy outside and tender inside. We especially liked fresh pasta. The pappardelle was the pasta I wanted to try; the saffron sauce was not really my favorite, so I could have done the Build Your Own Pasta option. Tiramisu is our go-to for ending an Italian meal and this one tasted a little more bitter (more coffee liquor?) than some others we have had; it was not too sweet and good. Atmosphere was pleasant and welcoming and staffers were friendly and helpful. Our main purpose is food, but they also have a nice selection of wine and beverages. Parking garage for visitors in the back. Looking forward to coming back for a special occasion.

4 months ago

lisbeth ayari zambrano cabrera

lisbeth ayari zambrano cabrera

I’ve been a loyal patron of this amazing restaurant for several years, and it consistently exceeds my expectations. The food is absolutely fabulous—delicious, flavorful, and always freshly prepared. Each visit feels special, thanks to the high-quality dishes that keep us coming back. The service is equally impressive; staff members are friendly, attentive, and professional, making us feel welcome every time. It’s rare to find a place that combines exceptional cuisine with consistently excellent service, but this restaurant does it effortlessly. Whether for a casual dinner or a special occasion, it’s our go-to spot. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience with great food and staff you can trust.

3 months ago

K Love

K Love

We had a 6 PM reservation at Mia Bella Trattoria requesting the booth to celebrate a birthday, and there were definitely some memorable highlights. The Margherita pizza was absolutely delicious, the bruschetta full of flavor, and the house bread was unexpectedly the star of the evening. We also really enjoyed the Mango Mojito — fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced. A special thank-you to the team for offering a complimentary dessert for the birthday — such a thoughtful touch! The eggplant parmigiana, Brussels sprouts, and potato gnocchi were decent, though not standouts. The vegetable pizza didn’t quite hit the mark for us. Our server was excellent — kind, attentive, and truly made us feel welcome. Their service made a big difference and was one of the highlights of our visit. One suggestion for improvement would be around seating. We had requested a booth, but were seated near the open kitchen booth instead, even though the restaurant wasn’t busy. When we asked to move, we were told the booths were reserved for larger parties — but later saw a party of two seated that particular one we asked to move. While not a major issue, a bit more flexibility or communication would’ve been appreciated. Also, sitting so close to the kitchen meant leaving with food aromas on our clothes, which may be something to consider if you’re dressing up for the evening. All in all, we enjoyed parts of the meal and truly appreciated the warm service from our server — with a few tweaks, this could’ve easily been a 5-star experience.

6 months ago

Calvin D

Calvin D

My server, Andres, was amazing! Very attentive and gave me all his recommendations. His service will be the reason why I come back. Everything I ordered was delicious, wait time was approx 20 min. Seafood Pasta was delicious here. Complimentary cheese bread is the bomb!!!

4 months ago

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