A wonderful Italian cook…read more Who has to work with the same not wonderful ingredients that all of us Americans have to put up with. Italian cooking is ingredient dependent - Even if the cook is a combination of Escoffier, Paul Bocuse and James Beard, An American tomato is an American tomato. To see what the amazing chef of Artipasta can do if he can get the materials worthy of his talents, Try his Pasta and Sardines. There is nothing wrong with American sardines. That dish will fly you to the moon. Other more tomato-dependent items on the menu are pleasant enough. It is sad to see this enormously talented individual being as underutilized as he is. But nothing here is bad. If you think like a cook yourself, You will find other items of glory on the menu.

Such a good find in Austin!…read more If you're ever craving pasta, this is the place to stop by. We went on a Thursday night and it was pretty busy, but everyone who came in was still able to get a table. It feels very authentic. No Italian-American staples like Alfredo, meatballs, or garlic bread, which was actually refreshing since I'm so used to that style. You can either sit down first and take your time with the menu, or order in line before grabbing a table. Either way, they're very chill about it. Another cool thing: they're BYOB and will even cork it for you. Saw other guests bring their own glasses too, which was a nice touch. The pasta is clearly fresh. I'd recommend the macaroni with mushrooms and sausage. I got the tagliatelle with lemon shrimp cream sauce and loved it, though now I'm curious to try one of their non-cream-based sauces next time. Also spotted another table's lasagna go by and the portion was huge. Already excited to go back next time I'm in Austin. Definitely check this spot out!

There are restaurants you visit, and then there are restaurants you return to again and again until…read morethey feel like an extension of home. ASTI Trattoria, nestled in the heart of Hyde Park, is firmly in the second category for me -- and has been for twenty-five years. In a city that churns through dining trends at a dizzying pace, ASTI endures because it gets the fundamentals right. Walking in, you're struck by how the space manages to feel both intimate and unhurried, even on Valentine's Day. The atmosphere is casual without being careless, warm without being fussy -- the kind of place where a solo diner with a novel feels just as comfortable as a couple celebrating an anniversary or a small group catching up over a long meal, as I can personally attest having happily experienced all of the above. The room itself seems to encourage you to slow down, order another espresso, mocktail, or glass of wine, and linger. Much of that welcome begins before you even sit down. The host greets you as though genuinely glad you've arrived, and the feeling carries through the entire meal. The waitstaff here are notably knowledgeable -- not in a performance-y, recitation-of-the-specials way, but in the way of people who actually know and love the food they're serving. Ask a question about a dish or a wine pairing and you'll get a real, considered answer. The kitchen is the heart of it all. Chef after chef at ASTI has upheld a commitment to Italian classical cuisine done with precision and care -- house-made pastas, deeply flavored sauces, proteins treated with respect. The menu spans the kind of range that makes a table of friends with different tastes and different budgets all leave happy. Whether you're ordering a simple but perfectly executed pasta or something more ambitious from the evening's specials, the quality holds. Worth calling out specifically: ASTI has developed a genuine reputation for gluten-free expertise, offering thoughtful options that don't feel like afterthoughts. For diners who navigate dietary restrictions and too often find themselves staring at a sad, token menu item, eating here is a genuine pleasure rather than a compromise. ASTI Trattoria is the rare neighborhood restaurant that has earned its longevity -- not by chasing what's new, but by honoring what's good. It's an Austin treasure, truly.​​​​​​​

Nicest wait staff ever. Delicious food, love the lamb pappardelle. My boyfriend loved his lasagna…read more Nice atmosphere. Love the fresh bread and oil too. One of our favorite Italian places in Austin. Coming from Long Island, it's so hard to find good Italian but I approve this place!

Surprised how good this was!!!…read more Located inside the mall, parking was easy. The space itself is small, but has a few indoor tables and some outside in the mall. Service was very sweet and kind, appreciated his patience as I was trying to decide what to get! Now these portions are generous, can make two meals out of a small bowl. The pasta was very fresh and cooked al dente. Was not expecting to like it as much as I did. Decided to go with a three cheese sauce which was VERY creamy. Would get it again. The bread stick reminded me of olive gardens and was nostalgic. Everything was very reasonably priced. HIGHLY recommend visiting!

Handcrafted pasta? Hold my shopping bags!…read more This spot is a great addition to the mall. I love all of the options on the menu. The employees were kind and explained the process. Taking my order went smoothly. I got the rotini with meat sauce and mushroom. I also ordered a bread stick. My pasta was so tasty and a good quantity to be a medium. I loved the meat sauce as well. The bread stick was fresh! It was so warm and full of flavor. My meal was so comforting ! I will definitely go again.

My coworkers and I got together at Artipasta to celebrate Festa della Repubblica (Italy's National…read moreDay), and it was my first time trying this place. I can honestly say it won't be my last! It's a small restaurant, but it has a cozy atmosphere that made the whole experience enjoyable. The staff was amazing, friendly, attentive, and on top of everything. I absolutely loved the Pizza "Stria," a crispy flatbread topped with EVOO, sea salt, and fresh rosemary. The bruschetta and Caprese skewers were incredible. Honestly, I could've made a meal out of just those appetizers. For my entrée, I ordered the lasagna, and let me tell you...the portion was huge! I shared it with four coworkers and still had plenty left for myself. Best of all, it was absolutely delicious. Artipasta did not disappoint. Great food, great service, and a great experience overall. I'll definitely be back!

I've been wanting to try Artipasta after seeing it on socials. I asked the guy what the favorites…read moreare are and he said the tagliatelle with meat sauce or the macaroni with mushroom/sausage. I went with the meat sauce tagliatelle and it was quite good! Are prices kinda high for pasta? Yes, but it is handmade so that makes a difference. Not sure I'm running back to try more, but it was a solid meal.

I was a little knocked off my game when I found out you order at the cash register (think Jason's…read moreDeli) instead of sitting and having an order taken. But we recovered quickly. Saw the people gave the spaghetti and meatballs good reviews and ordered that. Family ordered chicken parm and fettuccine Alfredo. Warm bread was served after we sat. All around everyone enjoyed their meal. Better than was expected. Which is not meant as a dig. It was good.

Should have gone for the traditional dishes. Based upon the quality and flavor of the more…read moresophisticated dishes, I think they are punching above their weight. The meatballs were absolutely delicious, but the calamari was scarce and served with an incompatible dipping sauce. For a shared appetizer, each of the four us were only allotted about 2 pieces. I also felt they were overpriced. The spicy shrimp pasta didn't taste fresh and the sauce was dull. If you go, stick with basic pasta. I will give a call-out to the service staff. They were all friendly and helpful.

Amazing happy hour! Half off pizzas and wine from 4-530 daily. I was worried I wouldn't get a…read moreseat but they had plenty of room. I got a seat at the bar and was served immediately. Was explained the menu and pizza style and asked for the servers recommendations since I had never been here. She recommended the mushroom or the pepperoni and I opted for the pepperoni with a glass of Chardonnay from France. Everything was cooked within 10 minutes and was absolutely amazing! Perfectly cooked dough, nice and crisp on the outside and soft interior. All the ingredients tasted fresh as well. They have a wide variety of pizzas and I'll definitely be back for more happy hours!

Tasty and not too heavy! We had the pappardelle and a zucchini pie, both were a good time!…read more Service was really nice and patient, since it was busy and my friend was running late. They tended to us nicely, and the place was cozy and dark!

I'm so sad that they're temporarily closed. Once they reopen, I'd highly recommend that anyone who…read moreloves Asian flavors and pasta head over as soon as possible. They do an incredible job of incorporating bold Asian flavors into each dish, giving every pasta a distinct umami-rich twist. It's such a creative take on fettuccine, and each plate feels both familiar and completely unique.

Cecilia and I were so sad to hear this place closed. We ate here at least once a week for a long…read moretime and genuinely looked forward to it every single time. The food was consistently incredible -- honestly restaurant quality, if not better than many restaurants we've been to. You could feel the care and intention in it. It became part of our rhythm living in North Loop, and we loved being able to walk over and support Lily and August's food truck. We're really going to miss it. Thank you both for creating something so special. If you ever reopen in another location, we will absolutely make the drive.

Tried Reale's Italian Restaurant for the first time and damn...this place is the real deal. I…read moreordered the sausage and peppers and it was straight up out of this world--flavor was on point, cooked perfectly, just one of those dishes you don't stop thinking about after. Brought the whole staff with me and everybody went different directions--chicken piccata, chicken parmesan, lasagna--and not a single complaint across the table. Actually the opposite...people were damn near fighting over bites. First time here, definitely not the last. Food, vibe, everything hit. We'll 100% be back. Absolutely fantastic.

Expected much more from this apparent authentic Italian restaurant. Our waiter seemed rushed,…read morereferenced a busy restaurant and midway through our dinner, asked if we wanted to go boxes. My wife commented that her chicken tasted as if it was cheap recently frozen, then thawed out meat. My plate had little of the reduced Marsala sweetness. And both our entrees lacked taste. What a disappointment.