Papa Dio’s is Oklahoma City’s oldest family-owned Italian restaurant
That’s run by REAL Italians.
Papa Dio’s is a family Italian restaurant in Oklahoma City proudly owned and operated by the Bonadio family. When you visit, it is not unusual to see two or even three generations working together on the same night. That family presence is part of what makes Papa Dio’s special. While chain restaurants are everywhere, our family is right here making sure every guest feels welcome. Now let’s start your tour of Papa Dio’s Italian Restaurant.
We offer two separate dining rooms so you can enjoy the experience that fits your evening best. The first is our casual family dining room. It’s the perfect place to stop in after a soccer game with the kids or meet your spouse on the way home for a relaxed bowl of pasta. No need to worry about dressing up. Just come in, get comfortable, and enjoy a great meal made in the traditional Italian style our family has loved for generations.
Now the Wine Bar Side
Imagine a fine dining restaurant with a wine list that has been awarded the Wine Spectators Award of Excellence several years in a row and in the middle of the room a rectangle-shaped custom bar with a back bar made from wood that was brought in from an 18th century home in Louisiana. All this luxury for casual dining prices! This room is only open in the evening so if you need a private room for a special luncheon then give us a call.
Both dining rooms offer the same 160 plus item menu ranging from imported pasta, chicken, veal, shrimp, fresh fish daily to a special page for the Chef’s specials.
Sister keeps family tradition alive at Papa Dio’s Italian restaurant in Oklahoma City
“Bill Bonadio Jr. founded Papa Dio’s Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar more than four decades ago, but on a sunny spring afternoon in 2021 he’s headed out the door “to sell a guy a carburetor” when the media arrives. He promises to be right back. “Don’t forget to clock out,” his sister/boss deadpans. After 19 years, Candace Bonadio is back in her element.”
Cooking with Chef Dio
