Are you searching for some of the best Italian food in Oklahoma? If so, head to the small town of Krebs where you'll find Italian food on almost every corner. Krebs is known as "Oklahoma's Little Italy" and is rooted deep in Italian culture. When Oklahoma received statehood in 1907, almost half of the nearly 3,000 residents were Italian-Americans, so it's only natural that Italian restaurants began popping up in town and the neighboring town of McAlester. Keep scrolling below to learn more about some of the best Italian food in the state.
The town of Krebs is located next to McAlester and is known as Oklahoma's Little Italy. It's known far and wide for its delicious Italian cuisine and you'll want to visit all of them if you love Italian food. The town is home to just over 2,000 residents and has a total area of only 3.4 square miles.
One of the most famous places in town is Pete's Place. It is the oldest Italian restaurant in Oklahoma still operating today. It started in 1925 and today it continues to serve its amazing Italian cuisine to guests.
They serve large, family-style portions of all your favorite Italian dishes, so be sure and bring your appetite. Menu items include chicken Alfredo, spaghetti, lasagna, ravioli, Italian sausage, chicken parmesan, and more.
Another beloved restaurant in town is Roseanna's Italian Food. They have been serving savory Italian dishes since 1975 and have gained quite a reputation all over the state.
Roseanna's does not serve their food family-style so it's a great option if you're dining alone or with a guest. Their signature pasta sauce "Franks" is incredibly delicious and rivals the best in the country.
This little Italian town is home to its very own Italian food market - Lovera's Italian Market. You can buy all those hard-to-find items at this specialty market such as their homemade sausage, Italian cheeses, olive oils, and many other imported items.
They also host special events and cooking classes so you can learn how to make some delicious Italian recipes at home.
Did you know the town of Krebs suffered a terrible explosion in 1892? If you're interested in learning more about this historical event in this small town, check out our previous article "The Horrifying Mine Explosion That Haunts Oklahomans To This Day."
Subscribe to our newsletter
Get the latest updates and news
Thank you for subscribing!