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Partenope Ristorante Expands to Crockett Street at Fort Worth’s West 7th
In the vibrant heart of Fort Worth’s evolving West 7th district, Partenope Ristorante is making headlines again. After stirring acclaim in Dallas and Richardson, the celebrated Neapolitan-style pizzeria is set to open its third Texas location — this time on Crockett Street inside the renowned Artisan Circle development of West 7th.
With state filings showing a 4,438-square-foot tenant build-out at 2949 Crockett Street, this Italian dining concept is poised to raise the culinary bar along one of Fort Worth’s fastest-changing corridors.
Partenope Ristorante Brings Authentic Naples to West 7th
Founded by Naples-native chef-pizzaiolo Dino Santonicola, Partenope Ristorante is Texas’ top destination for true Verace Pizza Napoletana. Santonicola and his wife Megan launched the brand in Dallas in 2019 and later expanded to Richardson.
Known for wood-fired dough spun and baked with Neapolitan ingredients, Partenope sets itself apart from other local pizza spots like Cane Rosso by offering a full Italian wine list, elevated pastas and desserts, and a trattoria-style atmosphere tailored for a familiy-run feel. As reported by 50 Top Pizza USA site, Partenope was recently ranked 12th among the top 50 pizzerias in the U.S. That track record adds credence to its next move: a West 7th location at Artisan Circle.
Crockett Street’s Renaissance: Why West 7th Matters
The “new” Crockett Street - now synonymous with Artisan Circle - is fast becoming a dining, shopping and entertainment hub in Fort Worth’s Cultural District. Located at the southeast quadrant of University Drive and West 7th Street, this five-block urban village anchors restaurant-driven growth. State filings for the Partenope site at 2949 Crockett Street list a permit cost of approximately $150,000 for the remodel and list a projected ground-breaking in November 2025 with completion by January 2026. As the development community has noted, the renaming of “Crockett Row” to Artisan Circle signals renewed confidence in the area’s transformation.
Inside the Deal: 4,438 SF Tenant Build-Out Underway
According to Texas state filings, Partenope’s Fort Worth build-out calls for a 4,438-square-foot tenant interior finish-out in a single-floor suite. Scope of work encompasses HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, with the Dallas-based design firm idGROUP listed on the filing.
With the City of Fort Worth’s commercial remodel permit still under review at time of writing, the project is slated to break ground in November 2025, aiming for a January 2026 opening. This timeline supports Partenope’s goal of capturing the West 7th weekday lunch and evening dinner crowd at the start of the new year.
Artisan Circle Tenant Line-Up Fuels Foot-Traffic
Artisan Circle’s directory shows a mix of lifestyle, dining and entertainment tenants along Crockett Street and West 7th. Highlights include La Cabrona at 2933 Crockett, Terra Mediterranean at 2932 Crockett and entertainment anchors such as Movie Tavern West 7th at 2872 Crockett. This tenant mix ensures strong daytime and evening traffic for dining destinations — a strategic win for Partenope as it launches its West 7th chapter.
What Sets Partenope Apart in Fort Worth’s Competitive Pizza Scene
While pizza and Italian dining options abound in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro, Partenope Ristorante distinguishes itself through chef-led authenticity and premium interior design. Unlike more casual pizza houses like Cane Rosso — known for quick casual service — Partenope’s ambiance is refined yet accessible: crafted furnishings, Italian wine walls and curated table service. From a What Now Dallas article about the Fort Worth expansion, Santonicola said,
“The heart of the concept will remain the same — a focus on Neapolitan tradition, hospitality, and quality ingredients. That said, each Partenope location has its own character, and Fort Worth will be no exception. The space itself has a unique layout, so we’re embracing that with a few design elements that nod to both Naples and Fort Worth’s personality.”
With two locations already, the Fort Worth address marks a major step in the brand’s Texas growth strategy.
Outlook: Fort Worth Upgrade with Partenope Ristorante
With West 7th’s nightlife and foot-traffic growing, Partenope’s arrival adds culinary credibility to the Artisan Circle area. The early timeline and tenant build-out reflect both confidence in the market and a desire to capitalize on the district’s transformation. For locals and visitors alike, this means an elevated option for Italian dining right in the heart of Fort Worth’s evolving urban fabric.
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