Best Italian Restaurants in Austin

Austin's pizza scene has its own guide — this list is sit-down Italian beyond the slice. Ranked by real Google rating.

1. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

Urbane outfit with a subdued vibe offering wagyu beef & homemade pasta, plus a cocktail terrace.

4.9 stars, 3,338 reviews. Also on our steakhouse guide.

2. Bellissima Italian Mediterranean Restaurant

Bellissima Italian Mediterranean Restaurant is an Italian restaurant.

4.9 stars, 2,398 reviews.

3. Fig Italian Kitchen & Bar

Fig Italian Kitchen & Bar is a upscale Italian restaurant in South Lamar.

4.8 stars, 1,633 reviews. $$$.

4. Mandola's Italian Kitchen

Busy trattoria offering homestyle Italian cuisine, plus an old-school grocery for provisions & wine.

4.7 stars, 4,243 reviews — the most-reviewed spot on this list.

5. Red Ash

Craft Italian fare, from wood-fired specialties to housemade pasta, plus wine in rustic-modern digs.

4.7 stars, 2,483 reviews.

6. Intero Restaurant

Sustainability focused farm-to-table Italian with pasta & artisanal chocolate on a rotational menu.

4.7 stars, 1,281 reviews.

7. Casa Bianca

Casa Bianca is a upscale Italian restaurant in East Austin.

4.7 stars, 486 reviews. $$$.