Originally a concept started by Carlson Restaurants, the parent company of TGI Friday’s, Italianni’s Restaurant was envisioned as being an affordable place to enjoy great Italian food in a family friendly setting with a focus on homemade recipes prepared from scratch. Carlson Restaurants made the decision at the turn of the millennium sell off the US location, and the Russell family purchased the original location in Hurst in 2002. Staying true to the original concept but putting a personal touch that only an owner operated restaurant can provide, the Russells have enjoyed growing Italianni’s into what it is today and always look forward to all the new and exciting people the future brings in.