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It’s no doubt that pizza is automatically categorized as Italian. You may even be a frequent pizza delivery stop for Domino’s delivery guy. But what about pasta and other carbs that come from the family of Italian cuisine? If you’ve been neglecting the options, check out these Austin Italian restaurants.
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Austin Italian Restaurants Near You
Enoteca Vespaio
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Located in SOCO, Enoteca is more than just a Cucina Italiana (Italian kitchen), it’s also a very popular wine bar. This cozy spot is perfect for a Sunday brunch. Or, if you want to get dressed up it makes for the perfect dinner before you hit the streets of Austin.
Where: 1610 S Congress Ave S, Austin, TX 78704
Operating Hours: Monday – Sunday: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Taverna Austin Downtown | The Baci Room
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Looking for a more laid-back Italian restaurant? Try Taverna Austin. More like a lounge set up, this spot hosts events and live music and serves up bites with their wines. It’s a place to go for a good time.
Where: 258 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm | Friday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm | Saturday: 10:00 am – 11:00 pm | Sunday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Olive & June
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Olive & June is located in a three-story building and offers the largest selection of Italian wine in Austin. While it’s an upscale Italian restaurant, the service, and taste of the food will have you feeling just like family.
Where: 3411 Glenview Ave, Austin, TX 78703
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Austin Italian Restaurants – Continued
Johnny Carino’s
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If you’re looking for a quick but good Italian restaurant in Austin, check out Carino’s. This place is simple yet knows what good food is.
Where: 9500 S IH 35 Service Rd #2, Austin, TX 78748
Operating Hours: Monday – Wednesday and Sunday: 11:00 am – 9:30 pm | Thursday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm | Friday and Saturday: 11:00 am – 10:30 pm
Juniper
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This is one of the well-known Austin Italian restaurants. It can be hard to decide what’s better, the food or the beautiful setting. With homemade risotto or puffy potatoes on a lit-up patio, you might find yourself wanting to book a flight to Italy.
Where: 2400 E Cesar Chavez St UNIT 304, Austin, TX 78702
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday and Sunday: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Friday and Saturday: 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Juliet Italian Kitchen
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Modern and spacious, this kitchen is in the heart of Zilker Park. While Italian food can be fancy, this is a more relaxed experience for those who truly just want some food Italian food in Austin.
Where: 1500 Barton Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78704
Operating Hours: Monday and Tuesday : 11:30 am – 9:00 pm | Wednesday – Friday : 11:30 am – 10:00 pm | Saturday : 11:00 am – 10:00 pm | Sunday : 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
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Austin Italian Restaurants – Continued
North Italia
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North Italia is a top Italian restaurant. The location in the Domain is an enjoyable atmosphere for a delicious meal. North Italia uses fresh ingredients to create each meal from scratch, and they also have beautifully crafted cocktails.
Where: 11506 Century Oaks Terrace Suite 124, Austin, TX 78758
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm | Friday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm | Saturday: 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Sunday: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tony C’s Pizza and Beer Garden
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Pizza and beer? No need to say anything else. This authentic Italian restaurant in Austin has all the stops. From garlic knots to chicken parmesan, you may not even have room for a cold one.
Where: 2900 W Anderson Ln Bldg B, Austin, TX 78757
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday and Sunday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm | Friday and Saturday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Artipasta
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The best Italian food is no doubt pasta. Pasta comes in all shapes and sizes. At Artipasta, they offer a wide selection of the best, from long to compacted – discover your new favorite guilty pleasure.
Where: 7800 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78745
Operating Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Sunday: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Garden at Ellera
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Located in Bee Cave, The Garden is still a great Italian restaurant near Austin. With the option of indoor and outdoor seating, you can enjoy your meal in any way you’d like. They also offer gluten-free-friendly options, that way everyone can get their Italian on.
Where: 12432 Bee Cave Rd, Bee Cave, TX 78738
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 11:00 am – 9:00 pm | Friday: 11:00 am – 10:00 pm | Saturday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm | Sunday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
With plenty of Italian food in Austin to pick from, there’s no reason to keep overdoing pizza. Because sometimes the best Italian food is right around the corner from you.
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