Visconti Ristorante

CLOSED
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Hotel Granduca, 320 S Capital of Texas Hwy, West Lake Hills

About Visconti Ristorante

Visconti Ristorante offers a warm ambiance, featuring a quiet corner seating area and friendly staff, with a standout waiter among them. The service is generally great, and the food is worth the wait. This restaurant serves as a great spot for special occasions, such as Mother's Day. Many diners have praised the food, describing it as world-class, with dishes like calamari served hot and crisp, octopus that is perfectly charred, and pasta with Italian sausage that is rich in flavor. However, some reviewers have noted inconsistent service and long wait times for food and drinks. They have also mentioned that prices can be considered overpriced, particularly for breakfast items. For instance, $70 for two breakfast meals, one pastry, one coffee, and orange juice was seen as excessive by some.

Despite these concerns, the restaurant's friendly atmosphere and quality food make it a place worth returning to, with an enjoyable setting and terrific service from knowledgeable waitstaff. Recent visits have noted that the restaurant can be very busy, especially during special events, leading to loud acoustics that make conversation difficult. However, the friendly and attentive staff continue to receive praise. Diners enjoyed dishes like the burrata appetizer and wild-caught Sea Bass prepared with artichoke tapenade. The house-made tiramisu has also been highlighted as one of the best. While the ambiance is generally nice, some diners found certain items, like the "breakfast potatoes," lacking in flavor. Overall, Visconti Ristorante remains a desirable destination for good food in a pleasant atmosphere.