50 Best Italian Restaurants in Austin

“Amazing is the only way to describe it.“

“Scratch made Italian food. Yes, please! Everything was DELICIOUS. Excellent wines, and ridiculously good tiramisu. We will be back!“

“First, we were late and I don't want to encourage being late, but it's the truth and we walked in at exactly 15 minutes after. The staff saw my frazzled self as I apologetically explained and they said not to worry. They'd take care of us. I'm not gonna lie, we were seated and still frustrated with ourselves and our waitress managed to make us feel warm and welcomed and totally calmed us down with her understanding and calm manner. From there on, we enjoyed a wonderful selection of dishes. The first was the fire roasted tomatoes with burrata. It's too good to describe. I had the lobster scampi this time and omg it was delicious. My husband always has the red fish which is favorite and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Thank you, Red Ash, for understanding and making us feel so welcomed and thank you to our waitress, whose name I can't recall, for soothing us.“

“Wonderful establishment. Food is great . Gabriel Culiat will definitely recommend them to family and friends“

“We’ve been coming to this wonderful Italian restaurant for a while, and every visit feels like a special occasion. The staff truly treats us like family, always making us feel welcome and appreciated. The food is delicious – fresh, flavorful, and made with love. This time, they went above and beyond to help us celebrate our grandma's birthday. Not only did they make sure our meal was perfect, but they also prepared a beautiful, yummy cake for us on the spot! It was such a thoughtful touch that made the day even more memorable. Highly recommend this place!"“

“My friend and I came in Sunday afternoon. Actually we had intended to go to Outback but it was closed down. Carrabba's was right next door so we decided to try it. What a great experience! We received the best service from Edward. The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was welcoming. The manager even stopped and chatted with us. We will be back, and will ask for Edward.“

“My family stumbled onto Mandola’s ItalianKitchen in Odessa Florida. What a delightful restaurant! From the moment we walked in, the customer service was excellent. We were greeted at the door by the manager, Chris. He explained how the restaurant ordering and seating worked. We ordered at the counter, where the young woman patiently took our order, clarifying along the way. The wine selection for the casual environment was impressive. We were given a table number and we found a seat. Immediately someone brought warm focaccia bread and Italian oil to dip it in. Our food arrived at our table surprisingly quick. The portions were huge (luckily we were provided to-go boxes when we were ready to leave) The servers were friendly and professional. The chefs were visible as they prepared the food. Our used dishes were removed promptly as we finished one course after another. Then Chris, the manager who first greeted us, came to our table to ensure that our experience had been not just satisfactory, but excellent. Which it was! We are putting Mandola’s Odessa on our favorite restaurant list for when we return to Tampa. Thank you!“

“Extremely friendly service, prompt and delicious. Excellent pizza/ side salad. Would definitely go back!“

“The pizza was fire. I had the shallots and Serranos and it had a solid level of heat but not too overpowering. Crust could have been slightly crispier but no significant flop so I was still very pleased with it. Highly recommend trying this pie but also adding sausage to it next time. I also hear their Caesar salad wrap available for lunch on weekdays is excellent as well“

“Authentic delicious Italian food, friendly staff and great service. We loved AJ, we thought she was the owner but she told us she is an employee, she made us feel so welcome and showed genuine passion for her craft. Great little restaurant reminiscent of an Italian trattoria in Italy.“

“Birthday dinner tonight. Such a great evening, good food, great desserts with a birthday candle. Thanks Cipollina for a wonderful evening. Great server too!“

“Delicious food! We ate on the patio and everything was delicious. 10/10 recommend. Their meatballs in my main course were some of the best I have ever had!“

“they have the best homemade pasta & the service staff is friendly and efficient, answering all our questions cordially. we highly recommend giving them a try“

“Awesome time! Great owners! Do yourself the favor, go visit.“

“We had an absolutely amazing evening. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous and the food is fantastic.“

“Everything was a perfect 10“

“Tried for first time here in Buda from friends recommendation. It was busy Saturday night but got our appetizers in less than 10 minutes! Garlic knots were good, also got the fried zucchini yum and the sauce was great. 12 or more draft beers and sample offered Nice! We got the carnivore and margarita, liked the crust- margarita needed a little more flavor but still was good. Lots of staff keeping it clean and asking if anything else needed! I definitely recommend it, and I will be back. Welcome to Buda!“

“Every item from cocktails to desert were incredible. Fantastic service as well.“

“Baretto Bistro’s new location in 26 doors is cozy, welcoming and delicious. I’m so excited about this new spot in the hood. Not a huge menu, but offers a perfect variety of elevated dishes, fancy cocktails and a nice wine list. I highly recommend, plus there’s a lovely patio and parking! 5 stars all the way!“

“Amazing food and service! If you have not been to Fig yet run do not walk! The Branzino was AMAZING!! Buratta and Brioche were delicious apps as well!! I’m not sure how we didn’t order and pasta but we’ll definitely be back for a pasta dish!!“

“Extremely friendly service, prompt and delicious. Excellent pizza/ side salad. Would definitely go back!“

“My family stumbled onto Mandola’s ItalianKitchen in Odessa Florida. What a delightful restaurant! From the moment we walked in, the customer service was excellent. We were greeted at the door by the manager, Chris. He explained how the restaurant ordering and seating worked. We ordered at the counter, where the young woman patiently took our order, clarifying along the way. The wine selection for the casual environment was impressive. We were given a table number and we found a seat. Immediately someone brought warm focaccia bread and Italian oil to dip it in. Our food arrived at our table surprisingly quick. The portions were huge (luckily we were provided to-go boxes when we were ready to leave) The servers were friendly and professional. The chefs were visible as they prepared the food. Our used dishes were removed promptly as we finished one course after another. Then Chris, the manager who first greeted us, came to our table to ensure that our experience had been not just satisfactory, but excellent. Which it was! We are putting Mandola’s Odessa on our favorite restaurant list for when we return to Tampa. Thank you!“

“The ambiance, food, wine, and staff!“

“Food was delicious and wait staff was very attentive. Easy, welcoming ambiance. Great first impression! I’ll be back.“

“Food truck in a charming trailer park. Amazing fresh made pasta with authentic Italian flavors. Delicious pasta and really impressive desserts. The place is usually busy with a bit of a wait but the staff is super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend.“

“Their food is delicious. The pasta is silky and delicious and very easy to work with. The smoked cheeses are exceptional. Looking forward to my next meal!“

“fantastic gnocchi. sauces are full of flavor. ambiance is on point .“

“The food and service were impeccable. We had a a terrible expense at a competitors and left without ordering, we came to Dean’s and they seated us in the bar right away and proceeded to make our experience 10/10.“

“Food was really good. Services was amazing. I forgot the servers name he was taking care table from the bar. He suggested items from the menu“

“We had an exceptional experience at Juniper. Our server, Abby, was phenomenal—attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm throughout the entire evening. Her service elevated the experience from start to finish.

We opted for the six-course tasting menu, and every dish impressed. The food showcased high-quality ingredients, thoughtful execution, and bold, well-balanced flavors—nothing felt lacking or overworked. Each course felt intentional and refined.

I was honestly surprised not to see Juniper listed in the Michelin Guide. Compared to several Michelin-listed restaurants I’ve visited, Juniper delivers stronger dishes and more polished service. I believe Juniper would be a strong candidate for a Bib Gourmand, and with some refinement and stronger standout desserts, even a potential star.

Overall, this was a fantastic dining experience. Highly recommend, and I’m already looking forward to returning.“

“An outstanding experience and fantastic cuisine. The service was exceptional. Highly recommended and an establishment of quality and culture.“

“Todo está delicioso y rápido“

“I really enjoy Italian restaurants, and I hadn’t had the chance to visit this one before, so it was a very pleasant surprise. The place is small and cozy, with a nice atmosphere and very friendly staff.

We started with the calamari, which was really good. My friend and I shared the milanesa, it was very large and delicious, served with pasta that was also quite good. My husband ordered the chicken parmesan, which he really enjoyed. We also tried a fettuccine with portobello mushrooms, and it was very tasty.

Overall, great service, good food, and a lovely place. I definitely recommend it.“

“When one is under the weather like I have been, the pasta fagioli is hands down the best! my parents had gotten me some and goodness, I was already waiting more! It's that good, just the right spiciness too. I highly recommend it!“

“I have been craving some good pasta and did a Google search for places nearby. I learned that this is a family business and the person helping me was so nice. Even gave me a sample of something they're working on. I would have taken pictures but I ate everything because it was incredible. The rigatoni was my favorite. I'm coming back and choosing different items from the menu!“

“Scratch made Italian food. Yes, please! Everything was DELICIOUS. Excellent wines, and ridiculously good tiramisu. We will be back!“

“The bar with dance floor and billiards was open but the food truck was closed when we stopped by with a 5yr old after leaving the airport around 10pm. Asked the lady at the bar if it was too late for food and she said no problem, she can run out to the truck and make us some tacos. Great asada street tacos. Only takes cash but there's an atm inside. Very happy to get such good, simple food so late. $4/taco Great service, thank you!“

“Awesome experience. Anny went above and beyond to make everything smooth and enjoyable. Her kindness really stood out. Darby was equally incredible—fun to chat with, super knowledgeable, and seriously talented when it comes to art. Huge thanks to the GGDB team for making my visit so memorable“

“Excellent Italian food, nice presentation, and the patio dining and service are the real standouts of this location. We've been twice and staff has been consistently lovely. Parking lot and valet during busy times makes it easy to access.“

“Went to Olive Garden and had a really good experience. The food is always comforting and flavorful, especially the pasta dishes. I like that the portions are generous and you definitely leave full. The atmosphere is relaxed and easy to enjoy. It's a solid spot when you want something classic and satisfying.“

“Tuesday’s Buy one pasta lunch, get one free was great. The three of us had one each & took one home“

“Amber was one of the best server/bartender I’ve had the pleasure of being taken care by! She was on point with her menu knowledge, caring attitude, and friendly service!! She was incredible and we for sure will be back. Thank you Amber for such a great night!“

“Great food and wonderful customer service. I will definitely come back in the future. Gabriel Culiat. Great pizza“

“So happy that they started take away service. Great food. Very well thought out packaging. hot food was hot. cold food was cold. Meatballs were great (make sure you order it with a side of foccacia to sop up the "gravy"). And the spice on the n'duja is delicious! Thank you for the wonderful hospitality and stay safe during this time!“

“We went to this Olive Garden with a group of families, and we had a great experience. The food was good, and the service was excellent.
From a value perspective, they had several options that felt like the amount of food was an ample amount considering the price of the meal. I felt like I got a better meal for the price of what I've tended up paying at several other fast food places.“

“Delicious food! I had a Roma Supreme Pizza and a Calzone (well, there were 2 of us!). Both were so good, the recipe was on point. Definitely add me as a repeat customer.“

“Had an incredible experience at DeSano Pizzeria in downtown Austin. The Margherita pizza was absolute perfection — beautifully balanced seasoning, rich melted cheese, and that classic, authentic flavor that hits every note just right. The atmosphere was warm, lively, and inviting, making it the perfect spot to relax and enjoy great food. And the service? Stellar from start to finish — friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. If you’re in Austin and craving top-tier pizza with an unforgettable vibe, DeSano is a must-visit. 👏🔥“

“This establishment is wonderful. The food is delicious. Gabriel Culiat believes the customer service is top notch. I'll definitely be back in the future“

“Hands down the best pizza spot in Austin fresh ingredients, amazing flavor, and great vibes every time!“