Finally got around to trying Ilario's this weekend after years of passing it over. Boy was I wrong!…read more I ordered it for delivery and the portions are huge!! We got the Chicken Cremora and an extra chicken parm since we were sharing. We wondered if there'd be enough pasta but even splitting it we couldn't finish!! A side salad and roll (we got one extra lol) also came with the order. Their ranch is so so good, very seasoned which I loved. Their pasta was a liiiiitle over but it also could've been because of the delivery. Their Alfredo is creamy and not greasy. The breading on the chicken was packed with seasoning and the marinara was so good. I've got a new favorite in town!

Ok, Ilario's is not the very best Italian food you will ever have but it is good. I really like…read moregetting their pizza's to-go. Just a great crust that is not soggy, has come chew on the crust and a rough bottom. They use a high heat pizza oven with a stone base in it. They have a great Thursday pizza deal and another day with a wine special. If they could line those 2 up on the same day, I would go there a lot more. The pasta's are alright as well. The sauces are not the best I have ever had but way better than anything you will make at home or get from a jar. The menu has dropped a few items I liked to order in the past but what can you do. I also enjoy the side salads that come with a roll. Give the pizza a shot. Their larger pie is MASSIVE.

My families go to Italian restaurant. Excellent: food service and quality. Try the Sunday Sauce and…read morethe cheesecake is amazing.

Excellent spot with super warm service, it genuinely felt like a New York style Italian place. The…read morepizza crust was solid, which is non-negotiable for me, and exactly what I'd expect from a home style Italian spot. The overall vibe was great. The only thing I felt was missing was a stronger seafood presence. I would love to see classics like calamari or a spaghetti frutti di mare on the menu. That would really round it out and take it to the next level for me.

Check my coworkers here and they all loved it. Stuff is very friendly and food comes out quickly…read more The inside is like a bright and vibrant. We got a little bit of everything and shared it family style. Our favorites were the lasagna and the creamy mushroom sausage macaroni. The pistachio and lemon desserts were also very good.

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'm awarding 5 stars for our two recent visits. But, there's a point I'd like to make. Yes, this is…read morea dining destination and prices are commensurate with the experience. For most pasta dishes, I'd hit Mandola's in Austin. Save about $10 an entree and some gas money. A few weeks ago I didn't want to venture too far off the ranch. Wife and I ended up at Lisina on Saturday. Calamari to start was crisp and not chewy. Caesar salad followed and was a nice example of the dish. Lisina is also a little skimpy on offering bread refills. We finished with drinks and the panna cotta. Just over $100 for this experience. WELL, the next day I needed to take mom out for her anniversary. Dad has long passed but I always try to do something special. Sunday highlights forthcoming. This time with mom and Rooster along we started with the carpaccio. The presentation really wowed because it looks like red plate until you realize all that color is shaved tenderloin. White plate underneath! The greens, parmesan, and aioli was one of the best I've had. Mom went for the gnocchi; Rooster goes for the Mezzaluna ravioli. This is now Rooster's fave restaurant. I went back to the appetizers section and selected the crab cake. Zero complaints on these dishes. Don't forget mom's wine. Gelato and cake to finish the meal. I think I've dined here once since my 2009 review. Yup, steak pics still accounted for on Yelp. Trattoria Lisina is still going strong in Driftwood. Expect $$$$, this meal was almost $300. Good food ain't cheap folks.

We love this place for a special occasion dinner. But, recently the food just didn't seem to live…read moreup to the hype or price. The ribeye was so dry and tough. Cooked to a medium rare you would think it would juicy and tender. What a disappointment.

Have you ever stepped into a moment where all of a sudden it felt as if eternity had just begun?…read moreEating at this restaurant was just that for me. The atmosphere here was quiet and peaceful. The music was a classical Italian/Mediterranean mix. No modern or contemporary distractions. I was able to really focus on the enjoyment of the food and spirit that moved around. I noticed other couples were enjoying nice conversations amongst themselves without any issues. The service was amazing and the workers here are sweethearts. The food was comfortable and very well portioned. There is a lot of love in these ingredients. Greek salad was perfect, bread was fresh and hot, and then Rigatoni with the vodka sauce hit the spot. I ordered an espresso as well and damn even that was great too. I am not a professional critic but I know what good food is. This place is good food. God bless it

So good, I pulled a Drake and went Back to back on two occasions for some great Italian food. I…read morefirst went with my daughter on a late Saturday night because she asked for pasta and they happened to be close to where we were driving at the time. We pulled up thinking they were closed but a waiter immediately told us they were still going for the night. Boy did she not disappoint. Served us some of the best garlic bread, vegetable and chicken soup, steak, and pasta we've had in a while. Decided to catch them again to see if the first visit was a fluke. This time for an early evening dinner. Coincidentally, we had the same waiter as the first visit and again she did an amazing job. She was very patient and of course, the food was amazing. The salmon piccata and chicken piccata were both very filling. Have I mentioned the vegetable and chicken soup. I really like that soup. Also to note, they give very large portions of the proteins. It's easily worth the money. Check out my photos and you'll see what I'm talking about. As for the decor, they have some really nice paintings, indoor and outdoor seating, and a good sized bar! Check them out if you're in the area!

This place is a hidden gem, and I'm sad our kiddo is graduating in a month, because if we'd known…read moreabout Italian Garden, we'd have eaten here every time we visited! The food is AMAZING. I started off with the Italian salad, and then had the eggplant rollatini, which is hard to get right, but they definitely did. The delicious rolls they bring out before the meal are so soft and good, too. My daughters both had the chicken carciofi. So good! It's BYOB - you can bring your wine or beer in. Be prepared for a bit of a wait to dine - it's small inside but oh so worth it!

Ehh... maybe I set the bar a bit too high comparing it to the italian kitchen I frequented in…read moreFrisco, Roma's. The complimentary bread rolls did not come with marinara, which was incredibly strange to me. Mozzarella sticks tasted like they were microwave defrosted from being frozen. Calamari was quite nice, but the pizza was not very savoury. Way too much tomato sauce, and the cheese was strange, I don't know how to describe it except strange. Server was kind, I can't exactly remember how often she came around to refill our drinks or check on us but it definitely wasn't a long wait or else I'd remember. Yeah, I wouldn't go back here on my own time.

Nothing typical here folks! Some of the best Italian I've had in forever.....sorry NYC! Fresh…read more bread, hand made pasta and sauces! Sangria to die for with a twist! ( I have had some of the best in Barcelona) cousin Louie's us Michelin Star folks! My fettuccine sauce was perfection and even when I cleared the plate the sauce was so creamy and thick no butter or oil in sight! OMG to die for!! My husband's family is Italian from Milan and he said (sorry Momma and Nona) was better than families!! That's a Hugh statement!! Won't disappoint Thank you for such a lovey, delicious dinning experience! Keep up the good work Louie Epic!!

Never heard of this place but got a coupon in the mail for a buy one lunch, get a free lunch…read more Decided to try it as I'm always looking for decent Italian food. As it turns out the coupon was only good during the week and it was Saturday. No big deal. I ordered a Meatball Sandwich, my friend an Italian Sandwich (after asking our excellent young waitress about it). She brought out two very tasty types of bread with olive oil for dipping. The sandwiches came with Garlic Fries. The Fries were delicious but unfortunately mine were lukewarm. I certainly could have asked for a fresh portion, but was hungry enough not to bother. That's the reason my rating wasn't 5 Star. Because the restaurant was pretty empty on this Saturday afternoon, I feel the Chef shouldn't have sent out fries that weren't piping hot. The Meatball Sandwich however was marvelous. Freshly made, tasty meatballs with sauce and cheese on their focaccia bread was a real treat. I took half home and ate the rest for dinner. All in all, I'd come back here again as the food was excellent as well as the service.

The food, service, atmosphere.. amazing. Honestly Idk why…read morethis place isn't a 4.5+ rating on here! Definitely underrated. Family friendly and the food was bomb. We sat in the back room which is soo cute. So glad we checked this place out! The calamari was soo good. It wasn't overly battered and fried, it was just perfect. And my pasta.. omg.. just try it. Everything we ordered was recommended and everything we ordered was amazing. 10/10 recommend. Also so cute again but they have a gelato and bakery inside as well.. and if you're a "first timer" you get a free gelato! Service was great. Every 10 mins staff was checking in and cleaning away plates! Love it!!

As my usual reviews are to help any vegan person or person dating a vegan help find a place to dine…read moreout to. This was my second time visiting and came in with my vegan boyfriend. We went in blindly as their menu doesn't share vegan options. While the options are limited, Rudy was awesome, so kind and very helpful pinpointing what we were able to order for him. There are quite a few pasta options. BF opted for the SPAGHETTINI ORTOLANO. Was simple but filled with veggies. The focaccia also does not have dairy/egg he was able to enjoy that with the seasoned olive oil they provide. Overall it was a great experience! Staff is always so friendly at this location. Hopefully they add more vegan options in the future. Or mgmt updates menus to annotate what can be made vegan (e.g sub cheese, etc) But we'll be back

The buffalo wings are great! The pizza is the best in the area. The mozzarella sticks are also…read morepretty good. The staff is super friendly and accommodating! It has a cool dive bar vibe.

Food was great and everything but wish they had a baby changing table. Took some friends or to eat…read more they said food is good but it's unfortunate that they don't have a changing table. They had to set the baby mat on the floor to the restroom to change a diaper. Please install one.