Benny’s Italiano - Temple

We absolutely loved our experience here! When we entered, we noticed how elegant this place is. It is very cozy and the staff were all very friendly! It was not stuffy at all. This resturaunt is a wonderful addition to the revitalized downtown Temple area. I ordered the Shrimp Scampi with a Caesar salad, Jason ordered the Ravioli Diablo with the Lobster Bisque, and we shared a Creme Brulee for dessert. The portions were all just right. The Shrimp Scampi was really good. The shrimp were large and perfectly cooked. The sauce was excellent. The Caesar salad was unremarkable. Jason's Lobster Bisque was absolutely astounding, and I highly recommend trying it. The lobster flavor really came through, and the seasoning was very unique. The Ravioli Diablo had a wonderful flavor. It had a smokey hint to it, and the ravioli was cooked perfectly. I have always wanted to try Creme Brulee, and finally got my chance! I have nothing to compare it to, but anywhere else we try it has some pretty big shoes to fill!!! We were really impressed with the hospitality and the flavors we experienced tonight. We will be back!

Fantastic eating and my waitress did as I asked. she waited for us hand and foot. never let us run out of everything and smiled on her face.

Always delicious and delightful place . The staff is awesome they actually remembered us. Make me feel like family. Will always be a customer.

Love the new place! I enjoyed sitting outside on the sheltered front patio, eating my lunch and watching the world go past. So many dishes to try, but I went with the Chicken Milanesa. Perfecto!

A lovely surprise in Downtown Temple! We heard that there was a new place downtown and wanted to try it out. Really glad that we did, the food was delicious, service was pretty good, and the place was pleasant on the eyes. We will definitely be back and try other dishes and hope that it can keep up with the bar that it has already been set! Thank you!