Hillsborough residents will soon have a new family-friendly dining option in the heart of downtown as local chef Josh Decarolis and his partners Phil Bey and Pietro Costanza prepare to open Serratore’s Pizza and Pasta this summer. The trio recently signed a 10-year lease for the 3,300 square foot space at 112 North Churton Street, previously home to Radius Pizza. Pickett Sprouse Commercial Real Estate Brokers Tyler Huntington and Emilee Collins, CCIM represented the property owners in the lease.
The new restaurant will focus on Italian-American dishes featuring fresh pasta, homemade sauces, and wood-fired pizzas, along with a well-curated wine list and specialty cocktails. Serratore’s will offer a variety of dining experiences, from casual bar seating to welcoming dining areas and an expansive outdoor courtyard.
“The dedicated parking is unusual in downtown Hillsborough, and the existing wood-burning pizza oven fits their concept perfectly,” said Tyler Huntington. “What made this deal special was how the property owners, who were also the operators of Radius Pizza and longtime members of the Hillsborough community, took their time to get to know Josh, Phil, and Pietro to ensure they and their concept would be a good fit for Hillsborough.”
Decarolis, who has lived in Hillsborough for years, is already well-known in the Triangle food scene as a partner in Mother’s and Sons Trattoria and Alimentari Italian Deli in Durham and Raleigh. He sees Serratore’s as an opportunity to bring his culinary expertise to his local community.
