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Italian food is a popular cuisine option in Austin. Here are a few of our favorite Italian restaurants in Austin, Texas.

Last updated on Nov 12, 2024 by

1. Juniper in East Austin

Indoor dining room of Juinper Restaurant in East Austin

Juniper opened in 2018 on East 6th featuring Northern Italian cuisine, one Austin's most modern and stylish interiors, and a premiere chef tasting menu.

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2. Intero on Ceasar Chavez

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Intero is one of our city’s best Italian restaurants. Austinites Ian Thurwachter & Krystal Craig have joined their talents to bring us fantastic farm-to-table cuisine from at least 20 different farms.

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3. Arlo Grey

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Top Chef winner and host, Kristen Kish, opened Arlo Grey in 2018 within The LINE hotel, bringing a refreshing and modern update to this lakeside location. At Arlo Grey you can enjoy premium plates from a world class team within a more casual and relaxed atmosphere.

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4. Quattro Gatti on Congress Avenue

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Nestled into what turns into a remote part of downtown during the night near the Capitol, is a cool Italian spot called Quattro Gatti Ristorante y Pizzeria with a brick oven delivering true Italian fare.

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5. Taverna in the Second Street District

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One of the first restaurants to open in the 2nd Street District, Taverna has staying power by adhering to a simple formula of authentic high quality food at reasonable prices. It's proximity to the ACL theater and several Austin condos can fill this place up early.

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6. Cucina on 35th near Bull Creek Blvd

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Located at 35th and Bull Creek, Cucina features brick oven fired pizzas, appetizers, entrees, as well as a variety of simple, yet complete, pasta dishes. Different than most of the places on this list, Cucina makes the cut based on simplicity, heart, and reasonable prices. While some aim for the fanciest ambiance and meals packed with rare ingredients, others like something classic and reasonably priced. You get both at Cucina with a dose of charming personality and relaxing décor.

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