Mr. Gattini is Dallas' most passionate guide to authentic Italian. Some say his booklike menu contains too much culinary history. Rarely does anyone complain about the food. You will not miss a Caesar if you try mozzarella campagnola, with gently melted cheese and shredded radicchio in peppery balsamic vinegar dressing. The many pizzas include salsicia, topped with fresh tomato sauce, mozzarella and house-made sausage.
Pastas range from simple to complex and include vegetarian ones.
You'll also find a full-page of risotto dishes, several gnocchi, plus seafood and meat entrees. MoMo's is in a small strip center. Plain from the outside, it is brightened inside by potted plants and lighted aquariums. The MoMo's in Preston Center Plaza and the one downtown are also owned by Mr. Gattini. The MoMo's Pasta restaurants and Osteria da MoMo are owned by former partner Hossein Ghomi.