Ciccio Trattoria

Ciccio Trattoria is a contemporary Italian restaurant located at 7901 Eldorado Parkway, Suite 155, in the western Eldorado corridor of McKinney, Texas, just east of Custer Road and near the Craig Ranch and Stonebridge Ranch neighborhoods. Combining traditional Italian culinary techniques with polished, modern neighborhood hospitality, the restaurant focuses on scratch-made pastas, grilled seafood, braised meats, and an extensive Italian wine and craft cocktail program. Travelers and North Texas diners visit Ciccio Trattoria for intimate date-night dinners, celebratory family gatherings, and weekend lunches and brunches featuring house-extruded pasta and artisanal antipasti.

What to Expect at Ciccio Trattoria

Stepping inside Ciccio Trattoria reveals a thoughtfully designed dining room where warm wood tones, upholstered banquettes, custom lighting, and an inviting bar create an upscale yet relaxed atmosphere. The kitchen centers its culinary philosophy on fresh, scratch-made preparations, starting with warm house-baked focaccia accompanied by extra-virgin olive oil and whipped ricotta. Antipasti courses highlight both coastal and rustic Italian traditions, ranging from tender charred octopus over cannellini bean puree with crispy potatoes, shaved fennel, and romesco to classic beef and veal polpette simmered in rich tomato sauce with fresh basil and ricotta.

The pasta and entree sections showcase slow-braised meats and Mediterranean seafood prepared to order. Diners can explore the full main menu and seasonal brunch menu before arriving. Standout pasta dishes include rich tagliatelle tossed in slow-cooked beef ragu topped with roasted bone marrow and silky bechamel, alongside pillowy potato gnocchi folded with braised short rib and fontina cream. For main courses, the kitchen turns out whole-filet Mediterranean branzino with parsnip puree, broccolini, capers, and bright gremolata. The full-service bar complements the kitchen with Italian regional wines—spanning Piedmont Nebbiolos and Tuscan Sangiovese blends to crisp northern whites—alongside classic aperitivi, Negronis, and espresso martinis.

• Tagliatelle with Beef Ragu & Bone Marrow: Fresh ribbon pasta coated in a slow-simmered beef ragu, finished with velvety bechamel and roasted bone marrow.
• Short Rib Potato Gnocchi: Hand-rolled potato dumplings served with fork-tender braised beef short rib in a rich fontina cheese cream sauce.
• Grilled Mediterranean Branzino: Crispy-skinned sea bass plated over smooth parsnip puree with sauteed broccolini, capers, and lemon-herb gremolata.
• Charred Octopus Antipasto: Tender grilled octopus paired with creamy cannellini bean puree, crispy diced potatoes, shaved fennel, and smoky romesco sauce.
• House-Made Focaccia & Polpette: Freshly baked rosemary focaccia with whipped ricotta alongside beef and veal meatballs in house marinara.

Ciccio Trattoria at a Glance

Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings

Because Friday and Saturday evenings between 6:30 PM and 8:30 PM fill quickly with local diners, booking a table several days ahead through Ciccio Trattoria’s reservation page or via the official website is strongly recommended. Note that on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the restaurant operates split service with midday hours from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, closes briefly for afternoon prep between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM, and reopens at 4:00 PM for dinner. Solo diners and couples seeking walk-in seating can often find seats at the bar shortly after the 4:00 PM dinner opening on weeknights.

Ciccio Trattoria is easily reached by car via State Highway 121 (Sam Rayburn Tollway) by exiting Custer Road north to Eldorado Parkway, or from US-75 by taking Eldorado Parkway west for roughly six miles. A dedicated, free surface parking lot sits directly outside the entrance with designated accessible parking spaces, curb cuts, step-free threshold access, wide aisles between dining tables, and ADA-compliant restrooms. Before or after your meal, you can pair your visit with a stroll through Gabe Nesbitt Community Park just east on Eldorado Parkway, explore the European-style canals and boardwalks at Adriatica Village in Stonebridge Ranch ten minutes east, or head fifteen minutes east to Historic Downtown McKinney Square for boutique browsing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours at Ciccio Trattoria and when is the best time to visit?

Ciccio Trattoria serves dinner Monday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. On Friday and Saturday, hours are 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM for midday service and 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM for dinner, while Sunday hours run 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Arriving between 4:30 PM and 5:45 PM on weeknights or during Friday midday service offers the calmest dining room experience.

Do I need a reservation at Ciccio Trattoria and what are the typical menu prices?

Reservations are highly recommended for Friday and Saturday dinner service as well as Sunday brunch, and can be booked online or by calling +1 214-592-8648. Expect a moderate-to-upscale price tier ($$–$$$) where house-made antipasti range from $14 to $22, artisanal pastas run $22 to $32, and seafood or meat entrees generally cost between $30 and $44.

How much time should I budget for a meal at Ciccio Trattoria?

Plan to spend 1.5 to 2 hours for a full three-course Italian dinner including antipasti, scratch-made pasta or main entrees, and dessert with espresso or wine. Weekend lunch or brunch visits typically take 60 to 90 minutes.

Is Ciccio Trattoria wheelchair accessible and suitable for families or dietary needs?

Yes, the restaurant features ground-level, step-free entry from the adjacent surface parking lot, accessible restrooms, and flexible table seating that accommodates wheelchairs and strollers. The dress code is smart casual, families are welcome, and the kitchen accommodates vegetarian and gluten-sensitive diners upon request.

When planning your McKinney travel guide or browsing verified restaurants in McKinney, pair this stop with standout local spots including Holiday Inn & Suites McKinney – N Allen, an IHG Hotel, Dr. Glenn Mitchell Memorial Park, The Crape Myrtle Trails of McKinney, and Gabe Nesbitt Community Park (0.9 km away).