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!“

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

“We went to Red Ash for our anniversary dinner. The food was absolutely amazing, especially the vine tomatoes with burrata and chocolate cake. Our server gave excellent recommendations that made ordering effortless. To make the dinner special they gave us a handwritten anniversary card and a complimentary dessert to end the meal. We’ll definitely be back!“

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

“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!"“

“Came here for my birthday and our server Torin made our whole night. Super attentive, without being overbearing, and he surprised me at the end with a birthday dessert which I was not expecting at all!

Food was incredible—got the vodka pie with pepperoni and stracchiatella, and I'm still thinking about the meatball appetizer. Pizza had a nice char and the crust was crispy on the outside, but fluffy and soft on the inside.

Definitely coming back, and definitely asking for Torin!“

“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.“

“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!“

“This place has come a long way from the early 2000s.
Do we know if foood is prepared fresh or sent in a package and warmed up?

Also, wait staff packaging food is a lost art that needs to come back when a glass of wine worth $18 by the bottle is $20/glass“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“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!“

“Everything was a perfect 10“

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

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

“ARTIPASTA in South Austin is an absolute gem and one of the best Italian dining experiences I have had in the city. The pasta dishes are rich, flavorful, and clearly made with the freshest ingredients and a genuine passion for authentic Italian cooking. The pizza is equally impressive with a perfectly crispy crust and delicious toppings that keep you coming back for more. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, making it the ideal spot for a relaxed dinner whether you are dining solo or with a group. I highly recommend ARTIPASTA to anyone craving outstanding Italian food in South Austin, it truly delivers on every level.“

“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!“

“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“

“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.“

“100/5 ~a vibe~
Chef’s counter makes this restaurant an experience instead of just dinner.

Oscar’s wine pairings took every dish to the next level!

Chefs Louie and Gary were cracking jokes and interacting the whole time.

Easily and confidently one of the best restaurants we’ve ever been too and would recommend 100x over“

“Todo está delicioso y rápido“

“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!“

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

“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“

“I made an order from here the other day off of grubhub because I had a really bad craving for pasta!! Unfortunately with the terrif etc pasta has become very expensive when eating out so I hardly ever go out for italian now!! Also there are delivery fees. I was very pleased with my order. I choose mangia la because they had a aged cheese on the spaghetti and it was soooo good!! I really do recommend this place everything was good and well packaged!!

I also had the pasta with the roasted veggy and it was soooo good!!! It is honestly sometimes hard to decide!!“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“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!“

“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“

“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. 👏🔥“

“Fabulous dinner staff and chef amazing“

“Great food with great atmosphere!“