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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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Best-of-the-best Sports Bars in Austin!

It’s game day, and you are scrambling to find the best sports bar in Austin. No fear, we got you covered, revealing the best-of-the-best, a little FYI, and locations to put your mind at ease. Dive into ten sports bars Austin loves the most, and memorable food and spirits you can enjoy with your friends and family. 

1. Little Woodrow’s West 6th

Little Woodrow’s, a must-stop lowkey sports bar in Austin, and has plenty of TVs and tacos to go around. Locals give this place a high recommendation and suggest arriving soon rather than later if you want to skip the crowd! You can discover all your local beers originating from Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Can’t make it to the Austin location? No worries, they have six additional locations!

Where: 520 W 6th St

Localite Tip: Sign up and drink all 50 beers, no pressure or anything, and get your John Hancock on the Big 50 Wall of Fame and Big 50 T-Shirt.

2. Toomey Tap Room

Family-friendly, one heck of a patio, and a lil’ dude with cheese and fries, need we say more? It’s simple, it’s sophisticated, and more importantly, did we mention the patio? Relax, enjoy the burgers and wings, and sit back and watch your game in the comfort of the outdoors.

Where: 300 S Lamar Blvd Ste A

Localite Tip: Free garage parking!

3. Corner Bar Austin

Your neighborhood bars allow BYOB and BYOD, which stands for Bring your dog, all in a cozy atmosphere. What’s-what about this bar is they announce new daily specials and events on their Facebook page. Is flair is your thing? Try their vampire shots or their Witch-O-Rita for the fall season while you watch the game!

Where: 1901 S Lamar Blvd

Localite Tip: Free BBQ Sundays at 3 pm!

4. BBG’S

Historical building with a unique twist on bar food BBG’s offers hearty American eats. Aspects of a bar that are unmistakeably definete, customer service. Friendly staff makes this one of the best sports bars in Austin!

Where: 214 E 6th St

Localite Tip: Pssst! Try the Mac n’ Cheese eggrolls!

5. Cain and Abel’s

Located in West Campus, Caine and Abel’s is a college favorite sports bar in Austin. A college staple for some and too university-centric for others. They offer the best cheap drinks and delicious burgers!

Where: 2314 Rio Grande St

Localite Tip: Early Game? Hit this spot for Brunch available on Saturdays and Sundays. 

6. Black Sheep Lodge

In the mood for a crowd? Black Sheep is an outdoor beer and garden that serves over 120 bottles and taps, with fans ranting and raving. Fall is the perfect time for hearty food. Try their black sheep chili paired with one of their daily drink specials. One-of-a-kind and a locally owned favorite, this spot is one of the best sports bars in Austin!

Where: 2108 S Lamar Blvd

Localite Tip: Visit their website to learn how you can get frozen drinks, liquor packages, and beer-to-go!

7. Lavaca Street Bar

They have three locations in South Lamar, Downtown, and Rock Rose Avenue. Lavaca Street Bar is a 21+ only establishment so, on your way to Happy Hour and Gameday buckets, you might want to leave the kids at home, although there is a small exception. Although, not for kids, but for dogs. Bring your furry friend to Lavaca for the Howl-o-ween puppy picture contest!

Where: 3121 S Lamar Blvd

Localite Tip: Too many TVs to count!

8. The Tavern

A rare find, this German-influenced sports bar offers over 30 TVs to enjoy the game. The Tavern has mouth-watering recipes like their Mahomes fries, served with KC BBQ brisket, and the Emily’s Ghost Burger, an all-beef patty with poblanos, corn relish, and jack cheese, topped with ghost pepper sauce. This Tavern is a must if you’re going solo or in a group!

Where: 922 W 12th

Localite Tip: Check out Tavern Apparel here!

9. Workhorse

A trendy sports bar with a local vibe and the only jukebox in town. TVs are first come, first serve, so be prepared to nudge some elbows! Try their signatures drinks like the porch swing, a Blue Owl Sour Session Wheat with a Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka float, or the Workhorse margarita made with Paula’s Texas Orange, freshly squeezed lime, and agave nectar.

Where: 100 N Loop Blvd E Suite B

Localite Tip: Follow their Instagram for daily specials!

10. Billy’s on Burnet

This is a neighborhood favorite, and it’s the perfect sports bar in Austin for friends and family! Enjoy the burgers, daily beer specials, and relax in their non-smoking environment. Heck, even grab a burger. Locals say the cobra it’s one of the best burgers in town!

Where: 2105 Hancock Dr

Localite Tip: Follow their Twitter for live updates on kickoffs!

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