It's Italian Cucina

My wife and I have dined many times at this restaurant. The food, until last night, was always excellent. Last night was the first time we have ever been disappointed in our meals. Both our dinners were mediocre at best. One of our dining companion's meal was burnt. I hope that It's Italian can recover and return to serving top notch Italian food.

We order our food, as a group of four, nothing long about the wait, just fine. And when the food does arrive all four dishes are tasteless. Quite literally not any if the other guests could taste any definition from our dishes. Simply put the food was bad. Expensive and cheaply made. The pasta was falling apart, the sauces were watered down and even the so called strong dishes like the truffle pasta were flavorless. When the waitress who was amazing btw, asked how the food was we politely said we thought it was just fine. When she asked why after apologizing, we clearly said it was tasteless as she apologized once again. Five minutes later the owner/headchef storms up to our table, puts one hand in the back of my chair and another on the table and blurts “so why did you think my food was tasteless”. We politely say that the food seemed to lack salt or flavor and that we couldn't taste any of the ingredients stated. He quite aggressively tries to prove us wrong by saying that's how the dishes were made and then asks if we are still hungry (to try to give us a free desert which cost's very little to make). We respond that we weren't and he just leans off and walks away. Instead he did subtract one dish from the check and that was about the end of our uncomfortable experience there.

We've been to its Italian twice now and the pizza place next door. We've had a wonderful experience each time! I would recommend this place to anyone!

I was ultimately shocked I found an authentic Italian sit down thats had all the food I wanted to try. They didn't just have the food, it came with the mouth watering smells and all the wine you can drink..lol. my wife and I genuinely had a great time. We couldn't compliment Its Italian Cucina enough, the servers were so knowledgeable when helping us pairs the wine with our food, cause I admit I know nothing about wine. 10 out of 10, well be back again, with friends. Thank you!

Best Italian in 04. Recently my wife, infant son, and I tried It’s Italian Cucina. It’s a gorgeous little old school style Italian restaurant without the pretense you see with other restaurants around Austin. The wine list is reasonably priced and expansive, and the parmigiana was divine. I am really a fan of this restaurant and will eagerly go back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is our go-to Italian restaurant. It's quiet - except for soft live piano playing in the background - our server John was experienced, helpful, and knew the menu. Food is always a notch above other Italian places we tried. I recommend it for a quiet meal that enjoys conversation around the food!

The crowd at the bar was so loud that we could not hear the waitress standing next to us. Simple conversation was difficult.

We visit Austin once a year and always make time for Its Italian. Delicious food and friendly staff

Definitely my new favorite Italian restaurant

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Any reason to eat here works for me. The owner Al is friendly and they have great specials and the food...forget about it. Just like none used to make. You will love it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food is delicious the owner is super nice 💜My second time eating here and both times he has made it special 🥰

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our waiter was excellent! The food was amazing! The ambiance was nice and the outdoor patio was quaint!

this is a great place! I have been here many times and I am never been disappointed. Chef Al is great and you really know he cares and wants everyone to have a great experience in his place. Food is great and service is tremendous!

It was our first time at It's Italian Cucina. This place is outstanding. Great people and the food was amazing. We highly recommend It's Italian Cucina and look forward to our next visit.

Most of the dishes were very good. But two of the five entrees came out 10 minutes before the other three. This is one of my pet peeves when it comes to dining out.