ABOUT US

We are the “only” original authentic Real Italian game in Town.

WELCOME TO OUR RESTAURANT

Impero Italiano (translated Italian Empire) has become a major Italian Epicurean Enogastronomic Empire in the world. We are Houston’s best and unique, (family owned) boutique pizzeria /restaurant/trattoria.  We come from Italy and have been in business for several decades

We are exclusive importers of Italian culinary excellence from pasta, pizza, paninis, street food, aged cured meats and fine cheeses.  Pastries, homemade gelato, Italian sodas to beer and wine.

Eating and drinking “Real Italian” we made it available to everyone in Houston, a privileged way to virtually visit Italy while remaining at home.  With our “specialized knowledge” and artisan Know-How we are true ambassadors of the Made in Italy ultimately making us conquerors of palates and raving reviews.

Our logo has two columns which are the foundations of which is based on our commitment, our core values and believes of “Maximum Excelsior”  meaning “Highest Excellence” in everything we do and most importantly “Ante Lucrum Nomen” meaning:  “Our Name & Reputation First, before making a profit.”                           

We are devoted in maintaining the most rigorous preservation and application culinary arts of classic Pizza & Italian Street Food recipes and techniques.

Mission Statement

Impero Italiano aims to deliver great fresh and real Italian food at affordable prices to our customers.                          

We are an omni present force for good in the community and we make our name synonymous of  greatest quality.

We will never forget that our customers are the motor of our business and we will work constantly to offer them the best consumer experience. This why we will offer a diverse product range to our public to use and we will offer various associated services to improve the quality of our services.

Our ultimate goal is to wow our customers.

We are located at the corner of Memorial and N. Kirkwood Drive in the heart of the Energy corridor in West Houston.

Our food is made fresh daily using highest quality ingredients and secret family recipes that promises and guarantees truest Italian flavors. One thing to be aware is that our cuisine and concept isn't Italian-American, but hard core old school real and authentic Italian thus we have no competition.

Our dishes and flavors are unlike anything you tasted before, unless of course you have been to Italy.

The entire staff is I 00% First generation Italians "off the boat": Barese, Sicilian (Catania), Torino, Roman, Napolitan chefs and staff are dedicated to personally cook and bring your food to your table.

Full with Imperial Italian tradition and exceptional decor, our tiny cozy restaurant delivers great vintage flair atmosphere and unique personality and it is Family/Bambini friendly!.

In conclusion, we are as ITALIAN-ITALIAN as it gets ! ! ! !

In fact, our place has become the most favorite Italian community hang out,

"A PLACE WHERE ITALIANS GATHER& EAT"

We offer best authentic wood fired and gourmet pizza and world famous pastas, salads, street food, paninis, meats, seafood and salumeria charcuterie as well as feature Italian music, & direct Italian cable TV.

As for Dolce Dessert:

We carry an extensive line of homemade artisan gelato, coffees, cannoli, tiramisu various desserts, Italian bread and bakery as well as budget price Italian Wine and Beer.

Our name, "Impero Italiano' translates into "Italian Empire" which honors the greatest culinary and eno-gastronomic empire inspired and founded by Italians immigrants around the world. This cultural culinary phenomenon

"MADE IN ITALY" and the Italian flag brand is recognized as tradition and strong values by UNESCO as humanity heritage. Come to visit us and you will discover and cherish it on your own.

Photos of our restaurant