Whether you are in search of an unforgettable plate of pasta or a fresh platter of seafood, enjoy our list of the best Italian restaurants in Austin.
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Dean’s Italian Steakhouse
123 Main St. / 512.555.1234 / Website
Dean’s Italian Steakhouse combines the elegance of a classic American steakhouse with Italian flair, offering prime Wagyu beef, house-made pasta, and exceptional hospitality.
Intero Restaurant
2612 E. Cesar Chavez St. / 512.599.4052 / Website
Not your typical Italian spot, this beloved Austin staple serves a farm-to-table menu full of invigorating in-season specials made with fresh spices from their garden. We love the housemade ricotta on crunchy sourdough toast, and their focaccia is a must-order. Not to mention, their cozy patio will remind you of Rome.
Juniper
2400 E. Cesar Chavez St. / 51.220.9421 / Website
An East Austin urban gem built with the intent of being a fine dining restaurant, this is a new-age-style Italian spot. Juniper came to life in 2015, making it a seasoned restaurant on the block. It comes as a prix fixe menu, allowing you to relax and enjoy your cocktails as your oak-grilled short rib floats to your table while you’re finishing up your risotto. Yum!
L'Oca d'Oro
1900 Simond Ave., Ste. 100 / 737.212.1876 / Website
L'Oca d'Oro celebrates Italian-inspired cuisine with a focus on sustainability, featuring house-made pastas, fresh cheeses, and a rotating seasonal menu in a welcoming atmosphere.
Red Ash
303 Colorado St. / 512.379.2906 / Website
An elegant night of Italian with a waiting list of nearly three months ahead, Red Ash will deepen your pallet and surprise you with Italian dishes you didn’t expect. The incredible wood-roasted beef marrow and exceptional service are certainly worth the struggle to get a reservation. Handmade tagliolini with fresh blue crab, parmigiana roasted potatoes and osso buco Milanese await.
Sammie’s
807 W. 6th St. / 512.474.2054 / Website
Waiters in red jackets looking dapper. Sinatra and Deano on blast, san pellegrino or aqua panna? Honey, I’m home! Sammie’s brightly lit sign always brings us home. Do yourself a favor and make a reservation. The meatballs with whipped ricotta, veal marsala and burrata are a must-order. You’ll be a regular like the rest of us in no time.
