Since 1984
Our Story
From one family table to another.
Since 1984
Our Story
From one family table to another.
Our Story
A North Texas Tradition
A family legacy, carried forward.
1984
La Bistro Begins
Sid Benouared founded La Bistro Italian Grill in Hurst, beginning a North Texas restaurant tradition built around handcrafted Italian food, steaks, and genuine hospitality.
1984
La Bistro Begins
Sid Benouared founded La Bistro Italian Grill in Hurst, beginning a North Texas restaurant tradition built around handcrafted Italian food, steaks, and genuine hospitality.
2016
A New Generation
Jason Benouared and his wife, Renee, took the reins and continued the family’s belief that a restaurant should feel personal—less about trends and more about the guests who return.
2016
A New Generation
Jason Benouared and his wife, Renee, took the reins and continued the family’s belief that a restaurant should feel personal—less about trends and more about the guests who return.
2020
Community at the Table
When local students lost their traditional prom celebrations, the family created complete prom-night experiences during two of La Bistro’s busiest evenings—an expression of community in action.
2020
Community at the Table
When local students lost their traditional prom celebrations, the family created complete prom-night experiences during two of La Bistro’s busiest evenings—an expression of community in action.
2026
Old Town Burleson
On The Rocks Italian Bistro opens at 135 W Ellison Street, bringing a new Italian dining experience to one of Burleson’s most active gathering places.
2026
Old Town Burleson
On The Rocks Italian Bistro opens at 135 W Ellison Street, bringing a new Italian dining experience to one of Burleson’s most active gathering places.
Today
The Next Chapter
With Chef Kent Rathbun shaping the culinary direction, On The Rocks pairs the Benouared family’s Italian heritage with handmade pasta, premium steaks, seafood, chops, and a signature hot-stone experience.
Today
The Next Chapter
With Chef Kent Rathbun shaping the culinary direction, On The Rocks pairs the Benouared family’s Italian heritage with handmade pasta, premium steaks, seafood, chops, and a signature hot-stone experience.
What Defines Us
Built for the Table
42+ Years
A North Texas family restaurant legacy built one gathering, celebration, and returning guest at a time.
42+ Years
A North Texas family restaurant legacy built one gathering, celebration, and returning guest at a time.
Family Hospitality
Jason and Renee Benouared carry forward a tradition of handcrafted Italian food, steaks, and personal service.
Family Hospitality
Jason and Renee Benouared carry forward a tradition of handcrafted Italian food, steaks, and personal service.
Chef Kent Rathbun
An acclaimed North Texas chef helping shape the menu, kitchen team, and next chapter of On The Rocks.
Chef Kent Rathbun
An acclaimed North Texas chef helping shape the menu, kitchen team, and next chapter of On The Rocks.
THE SPACE
Old Town, New Chapter
A gathering place for Burleson—rooted in family, Italian cooking, and warm hospitality.
JOIN US
Experience Our Story.
Experience Our Story.
Reserve your place at the table.
Reserve your place at the table.
Or call us: (682) 214-7782
PASTA · STEAK · COCKTAILS
HOURS
OPEN DAILY
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
HAPPY HOUR
MONDAY – FRIDAY
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
GOOD FOOD BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER.
© 2026 ON THE ROCKS ITALIAN BISTRO
PASTA · STEAK · COCKTAILS
HOURS
OPEN DAILY
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
HAPPY HOUR
MONDAY – FRIDAY
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
GOOD FOOD BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER.
© 2026 ON THE ROCKS ITALIAN BISTRO