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Hot take: Ice cream in Austin is surprisingly mid and I have been deprived up until my very recent discovery of this place. I know many Austinites have an undying loyalty to a local ice cream chain but it simply does not compare to Gelato Paradiso (unless you're my husband and can't get enough of Mexican vanilla). The pistachio gelato is intensely nutty, perfectly smooth, and easily my favorite. The raspberry is a close second - packed with fruity flavor and the texture is somehow thick n creamy despite being a sorbet. It'll be hard for me to peel away from these two options, but samples of the dark chocolate and salted caramel were also so good. Ask for two flavors if you can't decide, the servers are happy to help. Not a ton of seating/standing options but there are benches right outside. Love the little window that lets us peek into the kitchen where the magic is made. Shoutout Baldinucci Pizza Romana forever and ever for introducing me to the wonderful Gelato Paradiso! Will be back for lots more this summer! read more

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Evalani C.

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Absolutely LOVED this place! Came here for the first time with out of town guests. I was so happy they had dairy free options for me. It tastes rich and authentic. Super creamy and they had so many flavor options. I got the chocolate and strawberry dairy free. My husband got vanilla and our nephew got cookies and cream. They all loved theirs. I got the small and it was still such a good portion. However they didn't offer us to sign up for rewards and we spend over $30 on ice cream. They said they couldn't use that purchase towards points so that was a bummer. Otherwise a great time and will be back! It's so delish. read more

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Lisa H.

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My favorite gelato spot in Austin! Prime location in SoCo (although parking can be a struggle, but..that's just Austin for ya). Great on a summers day and even during the winter freeze (which is when I got it) Quaint little place that lets you pick up to 4 flavors in a small cup! I love the variety. The quality and flavors are all delicious. The small cup is more than enough and they are pretty generous. 1) Pistachio - Subtly nutty pistachio flavor, very smooth 2) Mint Chip - Not too minty..again pretty subtle. but well balanced 3) Dulce de Leche - I liked this one more than the salted caramel 4) Cookies and Cream - doesn't taste like an oreo more like a sweet gelato with little chocolatey accents. More just sweet 5) Strawberry Cheesecake - Not very cheesecakey. Sweet and slightly strawberry-y 6) Flavor of the month (JAN) Gingersnap - This was pretty good, gingerbready All the flavors are more sweet leaning and then the flavor comes in very subtly. read more

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My friend kept raving about this place when we were having dinner down on Soco, so we walked over for dessert. We all got split scoops of 2 different flavors. Mine were pistachio and hazelnut and it was delicious. The small was plenty for me. They had a line when we arrived but they got through it pretty quickly and even gave out samples without holding up the line. We'll be back when on Soco! read more

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Most people who are native Austinites or a visitor have been to Gelato Paradiso. This Gelato shop is located next to La Perla and formerly By George Boutique. We had a small cup of the Matcha gelato. It was extremely creamy with a hint of the Matcha flavoring. It is important to note that Gelato Paradiso hand makes its own cones. In addition, they have an assortment of flavors to choose from. Given its strategic location...off S. Congress Avenue, Gelato Paradiso is a popular location as it is close to many retail stores and boutiques. There is a public garage located behind the building. Parking is generally validated for two hours by most S. Congress businesses. Overall, our group was about 50 people so service was not lighting fast. However, the line moved fast and everyone appearred to be happy. read more

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It was a warm December day in Austin, and after walking around Congress, we needed something to cool off. We found this highly rated spot on Yelp with so many great reviews, so we couldn't pass up the chance for some gelato. This place really knocks it out of the park with its flavors. There were so many good options that it was hard to choose. The service was okay, and the shop itself was very clean and well kept. There are a few seats inside and some outside as well. I went with the sweet and salty caramel and the peanut butter, and both were really good. I enjoyed every bite, and this is definitely one of my favorite ice cream spots in Austin now. read more

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Great gelato spot! Came on a Sunday around sunset for a sweet treat. They let you choose up to 4 flavors for the cups which I thought was pretty awesome. Ended up getting 3 different flavors including the Dark Chocolate Hazelnut, Pistachio, and Butter Pecan. Portions are generous! read more

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I came here because Baldinucci offers a subset of their gelato. Gelato Paradiso is located on South Congress, sandwiched between Lalaland and Perla's. Just walk down the path away from S Congress, and Gelato Paradiso will be on your right. If I'm in the area, I'll usually drop by. The shop is small, with a handful of tables. But, get in line, and you'll be able to assess the assortment of flavors that they have available. To the right of their display cabinets, they have windows looking into their kitchen area. They offer various sizes, and you can get multiple flavors. Sampling is totally permitted to help you decide, although I trust them enough that I just pick whatever flavor combos I think seem reasonable. Their mint contains pieces of dark chocolate, which was a nice surprise. Their Dubai Chocolate has a pistachio base, with a sweeter chocolate and shredded phyllo dough mixed in; definitely on the sweeter side of the spectrum. Their fruity flavors are very nice too. read more

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They got on the Dubai chocolate train :). It was good. All of the sorbet flavors are refreshing. What's not to like about this place read more

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Best gelato I've had in the US. This is the real deal! It's a small shop on Congress with a few very small tables. They have AC so it's a great spot to get a treat and a break from the Austin heat. They do have a restroom available for customers. They have dozens of flavors of both gelato and sorbet. As well as shakes, granitas, and espresso options. They have two sizes of cups and waffle cones and let you have up to 4 flavors. I got the bigger size and tried 4 flavors. Lemon and raspberry sorbet and pistachio and cookies and cream gelato. It was amazzzzinggg. So creamy, smooth, and bold rich flavors. No weird artificial flavors here. We immediately looked up where there were additional locations (come to Omaha!!!). read more

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Gheeda H.

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The espresso gelato was delicious! It was a great experience grabbing a gelato and enjoying it while walking through downtown Austin. read more

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Reem H.

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Cute little ice cream spot that's easy to miss but definitely worth the stop, sweet vibe, clean location , and the chocolate flavor was rich and really good. read more

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Jennifer V.

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Loved loved this place! They allow samples and seemingly allow you to get as many flavors as you want in your cup/cone. I tried their chocolate hazelnut which was RICH. The blackberry was tasty but a little sweet. I shared a grande with my friend and we got the Dubai chocolate (love), coffee (can't go wrong), and coconut. All were great with great portions for $7. read more

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Maria Gabriela M.

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Such a cute little gelato spot in South Congress! It's kind of hidden tbh, but I'm so glad I found it. I tried the strawberry and the dairy-free chocolate, and both were amazing. The strawberry one was super fruity and the chocolate was honestly one of the best I've had in Austin so far. They let us taste a few flavors before deciding. The service was 10/10 and the place itself is adorable, with outdoor seating. I'll definitely be back to try more flavors read more

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Rachel T.

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YUM! Really great gelato tucked away on South Congress. First impression is that the shop is absolutely freezing inside (obviously). The workers were so nice and patient and let us taste a few flavors. I was excited to see you could pick up to 4 flavors in a regular cup. I went with coconut sorbet, pistachio, hazelnut dark chocolate, and panna cotta. The hazelnut chocolate one was my favorite. Usually I go with pistachio, but this was more sweet than salty. Nice portions, and very creamy gelato. I even loved the sorbet more than expected. There is a single bathroom that you can use a key code to enter. Also a few seats inside and outside. I will definitely go back! read more

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Cody M.

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GREAT GELATO!!! Beautiful place! But... Apparently they turn the espresso machine off at 8pm? Went to order the Affogato al cafe but got a "the espresso machine is turned off" instead lol Maybe put a sign somewhere on the menu claiming when you guys turn off the machine.? The Affogato was the only reason I came. read more

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Angela G.

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Run to this place! Everything I tasted was so delicious. I've been to Italy and Spain and this was way way up there for my fav gelato of all time. I chose mango and raspberry chocolate chip. Staff were helpful. A small bar for sitting inside or lots of tables nearby outside. read more

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Johanna J.

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Stopped by with a friend, who highly recommended this place, and it did not disappoint. Cute and cozy shop with extra seating outdoors. Service was prompt and gelato was delicious - do stop by if you're new in town or visiting. read more

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Kaleigh H.

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Boyfriend got Italian sweet cream and dulce de leche and it was great. The service and staff were good as well. I had a bite and it was great. read more

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Hasan Y.

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Honestly I was biased that I did not expect this place to be this good. I love Italy. I love gelato. This place took me back to Florance. The taste of nocciola (hazelnut) is fantastic. Get a regular size choose your favorites, and enjoy life. Service was extremely friendly and nice. South congress doesn't disappoint. Ambience is nice. Great lighting and AC! It is a small store. Go get your gelato, you wont disappoint. My favorites are banana, hazelnut, lemon and chocolate hazelnut read more

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Sage P.

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This place is amazing! Hands down the best gelato I've had in Austin. The flavors are so fresh and unique--think blackberry stracciatella, melon, passion fruit, matcha... all perfect on a hot Texas day. I got the panna cotta with blackberry stracciatella and it was the dreamiest combo: creamy, fruity, and not overly sweet. You can tell everything is made with care and high-quality ingredients. It genuinely gave me that "back in Italy" feeling. Can't wait to come back and try even more flavors! read more

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Janice J.

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Came here after brunch with friends and I got the Strawberry Cheesecake Gelato $5.50. This was really good and would love to come back here again on my next visit! It is a small store so you can only eat outside which we didn't mind since it was a nice day! read more

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Efrain S.

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This place popped up in my recommended places at Austin so I said why not. Half Banana Pudding & Half Cookies & Cream 5/5: Woooooow simply creamy & delicious I was speechless how Gelato could be that good! Two of my favorite flavors combined was an extraordinary experience. The banana bits tasted really fresh accompanied by the Oreoish cookies made it a match made in heaven. There was a line so be ready for that but the employees let us try samples & I would definitely come again to try new flavors! read more

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Lisa L.

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Gelato tastes more like watered down ice cream. We tried several flavors. The Chocolate and Straccitella were just ok. read more

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Xia B.

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I like to refer to this ice cream as "very adult." It's rich and creamy- the sort of decadence that an indulging adult would want. It's sweet but not pure sugar. If I could describe this gelato in one word, I'd say it's 'sophisticated.' read more

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Karen C.

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So sweet and creamy. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor bench seating. Cute lights outside. I ordered an italian cream & chocolate covered strawberries gelato. Would def come back. read more

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Anthony B.

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Best Gelato in Austin. Having been to Italy and trying various Gelato places, this one is very reminiscent of my time there. I recommend getting a small cup with 4 flavors, what's incredible is that the layering of the flavors was so well done, that the flavors barely mixed with one another. Excellent attention to detail in the customer service and serving of the gelato. It's a very small shop, but very clean and modern. I reccomend getting the Stracciatella, Pistacchio, and Cioccolato Gelato and the Limone Sorbetto. read more

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Amir M.

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Grace was super kind and helpful. The gelato is the best in town - our favorite by far.

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Minh D.

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A new Austin business to add to my best "Best of Austin" collection. This place blew the other ice cream shops I have tried in Austin out of the water (yeah technically gelato is not ice cream i know i know) It was super busy on Friday night, I walked around S Congress and saw so many people with these gelato cups and cones. I did what a good foodie must do then - hunt the place down and try it. Gelato was creamy and flavorful, they have around 20+ flavors from creamy ones: pistachio, panna cotta, hazelnut chocolate, mint chip, etc. to sorbet ones like mango and berries. They also let you try out samples. Price was about $7 for the smaller size but their size is not to be disregarded - its a hefty serving. I sample and really like the coffee and hazelnut chocolate, pistachio is pretty good too but can be a lot if you are only ordering one flavor. Line took a while to move because there were only two employees. They have one table inside and a few benches outside. Overall great spot! read more

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Amy M.

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Felt like I was back in Italy enjoying gelato on a warm day. Gelato paradiso was absolutely delicious and I highly recommend. There are many flavors to choose from. Service was friendly and while the line was a bit long, it went by fast. Get your gelato in a cone or in a cup but come and treat yourself. There's limited seating inside and some seats outside. The establishment is on Congress so expect parking to be on the more difficult side. read more

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Latifah A.

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Quick service and good gelato. I recommend the mango. The cones aren't as good. A few indoor tables and a few outdoor. They also validate for the parking garage. read more

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Adam S.

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I love the gelato here. I dont care for desserts or ice cream but this place won me over.

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Haylie T.

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A regular gelato in a cup is $6.75 plus tax and you can choose up to 4 different flavors. I did not know that until I already ordered and paid. They have gelato as well as sorbetto which is the fruity selections. I opted for the espresso and it was very rich and creamy. Super delicious and a perfect treat for a hot summer day in Austin. Parking: very difficult to find parking around the area. Probably have to street park or paid parking at nearby parking structures. read more

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Cindy L.

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Pistachio 5 strong aftertaste Mango 5 very ripe Banana 4 taste like fried banana Chocolate covered strawberry 4 not sorbet read more

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Liz N.

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A really solid gelato spot! We wanted something refreshing on a hot day in Austin. The employee was super nice, and he was making all the gelatos from scratch in the back. I recommend getting a cup so you can get a max of 4 flavors. It's so hard deciding! I ended up getting the passion fruit sorbet, pistachio, chocolate covered strawberry and the salted caramel. All the flavors were fantastic and you can tell that the quality of the products used was very good. Small shop but super clean and right on SoCo. Highly recommend for your gelato needs! read more

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Christy L.

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Wait not even kidding gelato paradiso is now in my top three fav ice cream places. There is everything to rave about with the cone- it is so soft and chewy and I still dream about it. I got the banana and pistachio gelato flavors and both were very rich and creamy. Oh also my fiancé got the affagato and it was so fricken good. Highly recommend! The line is always out the door, but it moves really fast. The place is nestled in the busy street of soco (parking is kind of difficult) , but if you are ever in the area, definitely make your way over after dinner ! read more

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Had to try Gelato Paradiso after I found out it was in Yelp's top ice cream list of 2023. (47th) After sampling five flavors, I got the duce de leche and panda cotta. Get the REGULAR size because it feels like a size up anyways. They are generous with the scoops and have a friendly staff. Plenty of places to eat outside and walk around to hear live music. read more

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Oh my gosh this place is so good! Stopped in here after dinner and got a strawberry cheesecake cone and it was delicious. I loved the fruitiness of the strawberry puree in the ice cream, it helped balance out the heaviness of the cream cheese flavor. Also, the inside of this place smells sooo yummy from them making the waffle cones. Definitely a little pricey but I would say it was worth it :) read more

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Bethany A.

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Gelato Paradiso is a hidden gem on South Congress. I walked into the shop and was immediately greeted and given the warmest welcome. I sampled many different options. They were all excellent. I was honestly shocked by how tasty was. I opted for peanut butter and the strawberry with chocolate options. Both were rich, flavorful, and creamy. Pricing was between $6-$8 for cups or cones. You can get up to four flavors per serving. I ordered a small cup and felt like it was a lot, and even be shared between two people. Overall: I highly recommend trying them out! I always felt that Amy's and Jeni's were overrated. If you're considering a sweet treat on S. Congress, definitely stop by Paradiso. It's worth it! read more

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We went here twice and enjoyed it each time. Most recently we went here on a Saturday night after dinner to get some dessert. There was only one couple in front of us, so we were served right away. The staff was friendly and the inside of the restaurant was clean as well. As for the dessert, it was all delicious! I enjoyed both different scoops and my fiancé did as well. I am sure we will be back at some point. read more

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1400 S Congress Ave
Ste B160
Austin, TX 78704
SoCo (S. Congress Ave.), Bouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)
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https://gelatoparadiso.com

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Hours

What time does Gelato Paradiso open?

Gelato Paradiso opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Gelato Paradiso close?

Gelato Paradiso closes at 11:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Gelato Paradiso take credit cards?

Yes, Gelato Paradiso takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Gelato Paradiso have catering options?

Yes, Gelato Paradiso does have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Gelato Paradiso allow dogs?

Yes, Gelato Paradiso allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Gelato Paradiso have bike parking?

Yes, Gelato Paradiso has bike parking.

Does Gelato Paradiso have parking?

Yes, Gelato Paradiso has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Gelato Paradiso wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Gelato Paradiso is wheelchair accessible.

Does Gelato Paradiso have free WiFi?

Yes, Gelato Paradiso has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Using traditional Italian recipes, our gelato and sorbetto is made daily in small batches by artisans to maximize freshness, taste, and authenticity. Artisan cakes individually hand crafted with love, using only the freshest and finest ingredients imported directly from Italy. Cakes and gelato available for wholesale and catering.

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This is the spot for gelato!…read more Got the small cup (comes with two flavors) for approximately $7. I got the strawberry gelato and mango sorbet, and my was it heavenly Smooth quality texture, flavorful, and just so amazing. It is a bit pricey, but definitely worth it if you're able to treat yourself! Friendly service, relaxing ambiance, give them a try!

I had such an uncomfortable experience at this gelato place. The server stared at us when we…read moreentered in and didn't have the manners to greet. However, there was another customer who entered and was warmly welcomed. My husband was trying to make a friendly conversation by asking if he's wearing a Boston cap. The response was extremely rude, "Its Barcelona" with an attitude face. I seriously question why these idiots work in customer service. What worsened the experience was when the gelato cup was ready, he tossed it on the counter rather than handing it over to me. Extremely disrespectful!!!!! Learn some manners and treat people with respect if you want to go anywhere in life!! Such an embarrassment for the business and a shame to witness. The girls at the other location were nice and warm unlike this one here! I will never return to this location ever again and I hope the management takes customer service and reviews more seriously!!

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Numero 28

Great Italian restaurant, I have visited both Houston and Austin location and I love both. Great…read moreservice, clean and classy yet casual environment. You get a feel of Italy as if you are stepping into a restaurant in Italy more so at the Austin location, where as Houston location is more of a fancy interior. Food is great at both locations I have tried their Cacio e Pepe pasta where they do it on the cheese wheel and that is always a fun experience. What I ordered & would reorder: Carpaccio do Manzo (beef) Pappardelle allá bolognese Cacio e pepe Tiramisu

numero28 has a very lovely and cozy ambiance, especially the outdoor seating area when the weather…read moreis nice. the service was also super friendly and fast, which made the experience pleasant overall. they have some good happy hour deals, but the margherita flatbread had a bit too much crust and not enough sauce, so it ended up tasting a little dry. the bolognese was somewhat bland and the pasta itself was slightly hard. the cacio e pepe felt a bit more gimmicky than anything and didn't really stand out flavor-wise. the cannelloni con funghi was heavy on the cheese and oil, though the flavors came through a bit better than the other dishes. we did get free cannolis for our birthday celebration, which was a really sweet gesture and definitely appreciated. overall, the vibes and service were good, but the food felt pretty mid for the price, so it's probably not somewhere i'd rush back to.

Margherita N28

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Meatballs

Gati

This place was so good!! My friend has diet restrictions and this is a place she normally goes to…read moreand she invited me very friendly and we had such a great time

Gati is an absolute dream, especially if you're gluten-free or just love incredible food…read more Their gluten-free pastries are next level. You would never guess they're gluten-free everything is soft, flavorful, and perfectly textured. The cinnamon rolls in particular are unforgettable, warm, gooey, and just the right amount of sweet. Truly some of the best I've ever had. And the Thai dishes? An explosion of flavor. Every bite is vibrant, rich, and beautifully balanced. You can tell everything is made fresh with high-quality ingredients and a lot of care. To top it all off, the staff is so friendly and kind. The whole space feels welcoming and full of good energy, which makes the experience even better.

Pandan and cookie monster - favorite ice cream ever, hands down!

Mushroom congee

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Memelitas

Kessho

4.6

(44 reviews)

0.6 mi

BIG fan of this place. I love ice cream and I love unique flavors -- this place has both! They have…read moremultiple locations and this is the most south one, which is also a food truck. They're in an open gravel lot with plenty of parking and some wooden picnic tables where you can sit and eat. I had the chocolate jasmine flavor and the lychee raspberry as half scoops in a size medium (the minimum size where you can get half scoops). The chocolate was honestly a little weird with the jasmine in my opinion (I would have preferred regular vanilla jasmine, but was interesting to try). That said, the lychee raspberry is a knock out of the park -- absolutely LOVED it! It's the perfect combo of sweet from the lychee with just a bit of tang from the raspberry, and the chunks of lychee in it are absolutely delicious. It was like $8 including tax for the medium so it's not cheap, but it's a good sized cup. They also sell larger sizes (like by the pint I think), and chocolate with interesting flavors that is award-winning, so lots to try! The lady working there seemed hot/tired that day, but she was nice. The ambiance outside is also nice, as long as it's not too hot, since those picnic tables can end up being directly in the sun depending on the time of day and it is HOT. There is a tree there though that sometimes provides shade.

Ube ice cream was really good! The ice creams do melt fast (no preservatives I suppose). The trick…read moreis parked in this picnic table area so ample space to sit! Cookies were great reheated at home!!!

Mango sticky rice! Also got ube and lychee rose

I'ce cream

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Gelato World Tour

4.0

(1 review)

1.2 mi

I think this was a one-time event. Not sure if they'll make it a yearly thing, but it was great!…read more $10 buys you 2 small cups of gelato & 3 small cones. Cones were slightly smaller in size than the cups, but definitely enough to enjoy the flavor & texture of each gelato. Vendors from Alaska, Canada, California, Chicago, and other cities were here to show off their best gelato. Glad they made a stop in Austin-- looks like they'll be going to Germany next, and then later even to Dubai. I personally LOVE LOVE LOVED Carmen Angelo Ricciardi's Maple Brown Butter Pecan. So much that I used my last ticket to eat another serving of his gelato. It's made with organic ingredients & alaskan sea salt. Tasted like a mixture of Hopdoddy's Salted Caramel shake & Pecan Praline ice cream. DELICIOUS. Other favorites: Banana Foster, Carmastachio Friends' favorites: Chocolate orange liqueur If they come again, I'd be game :D

Pistachio

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Jim-Jim's Water-Ice

Dehydrated and desperately needing something sweet we dropped by Jim Jim's to see what the high…read morereviews were all about. Located on 6th Street, Jim Jim's is surprisingly accessible with parking spots available out front and just around the corner. It's not a sitdown place so keep that in mind for your stop, but the line does move fast and they are very efficient. There's a good variety of flavors and things they serve from italian ice to ice cream and shakes. We opted for a strawberry italian ice with condensed milk on top. From the first bite we were in heaven. The flavor is very thorough which is not always the case for Italian ices where it can sometimes be a bit muted. Every single bite of this was packed with flavor. They also carve out a bit of the middle to put the condensed milk which makes every bite much more equal than if it was just placed at the top. This was by far one of, if not the best, Italian ices we've ever had. We would very much recommend it to anyone in the Downtown area looking to cool off.

Went here for the first time last weekend due to someone else wanting water ice, sad to see its…read moretemp closed right now. I got the mango, passion fruit, and cotton candy flavors. By far, passion fruit was my favorite out of the 3, the other 2 were refreshing, but not personal favorites. If your particular about flavorings the definitely have some artificial taste to them so choose wisely. It's a cute hole in the wall shop for a grab and go water ice. So many flavors to choose from, hope they open back up soon so I can try some more!

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Mango

Noam’s Gelato & Bean

4.8

(14 reviews)

2.8 mi

This ice cream truck is such a gem, especially since it stays open late at night, perfect for when…read morethose sweet cravings hit. It's parked in a lively spot with other food trucks on campus, so the whole area has a fun, laid-back vibe. I went with the pecan salted caramel flavor, and it was spot on. The ice cream although wasn't as creamy as other gelato spots I've had, it was still fluffy and delicious, with that perfect balance of sweet and salty. I added a chocolate drizzle on top, which was definitely the right move, it tied everything together and made it even more indulgent. The owner was super friendly.

10/10. Got two scoops on waffle cone. Ready in 2 min. Late…read morenight. Does not melt as fast = good quality! Thick consistency. * Chocolate-Chocolate was not as dark, bitter. It's a nice balance between chocolate and personality whilst not having a dark chocolate aftertaste. * Cookies and Cream not too creamy, right ratio. It was pretty busy but not enough for long wait time went on a Monday night.

Strawberry milk + lotus biscoff cookie gelato

"Night Moods"

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Strawberry milk, dark chocolate, matcha latte

Cannone Gelato

4.0

(25 reviews)

1.2 mi

Loved this gelato place next to many favorites in town. Tried a few flavors and came down to…read morePistachio as it's always my top favorite in gelato. Giving 4 stars instead of 5 because the waitress was too hesitant to even let us try flavors before picking one. Not very happy with the service. Otherwise, location is great and has good seating too around the truck.

So amazing as usual. Brought the kids here today and they both got waffles & gelato. One with…read morestrawberry and other cookies & cream. Waffle was perfect and crisp and super quick service. Helped no one else was in line. Love the whole atmosphere out here near Zilker and eating at the picnic tables.

Waffle & Gelato (Strawberry)

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Day Maker Half Day Cafe

I have been coming to Day Maker for the last 8 months or so and every single time my service is A1,…read morethe food is always fresh and delicious and the staff always shares a smile! The menu here is exciting, vibrant and you truly can't go wrong with anything you choose. My friend has joined me on multiple occasions and I can say we have tried quite a lot from here and have never been let down. Bonus points for the seasonal or weekly selects they have - some super yummy creations. While it can get super busy on the weekends and the ambiance can be a lil overstimulating ~ I'm happy to come during the week days when it's a slower and I can pull up a chair at the bar for easy, laid back dining! They also have a designated window for to go order, quick orders or call in orders. This has become my go to! Every staff member is always efficient, kind and professional. I think the service from the staff sticks out the most and the food right after - and on a consistent basis that's just hard to find these days. So hats off to Day Marker they really do make my day lol!

Fabulous experience at Day Maker! First off, I found the service to be great. The manager was a…read morereally sweet guy who came over to chat and check on us, and our server, Savy, was incredible. She was so friendly, helpful, and just had such a nice charm about her! I really love some of the Austin diner spots that have such fun menus (i.e. Phoebe's). The problem with Day Maker is the menu has such interesting choices that I generally wanted almost everything. Went with the Chorizo Benny and I will be back for that for sure! One of my fave breakfast items I've had in Austin (and ive had some good ones!) We also had the enchilada and Churro pancakes. I can't wait to come back and I'd bring friends/fam here for sure that visit.

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Corner Restaurant

The service was great, and the atmosphere felt upscale yet lively while still being comfortable…read moreenough to hold a conversation. They offer quieter indoor seating as well as an outdoor bar area with a more energetic vibe. I ordered the Brussels sprouts, and while the flavor was good, they were a little softer than I would've preferred. The brisket tacos were solid, but the real standout was the short rib taquitos , they completely stole the show. We also tried the $8 margarita, and the pour was surprisingly generous.

We had a huge group here for dinner, and for a hotel restaurant, we were pleasantly surprised…read more The ambience is modern and fun vibes. Service was mostly good. The server was kind enough to do split checks upon request. Everyone enjoyed their dishes, so the food is good overall. Our group was split into 2 tables, which is okay, but 1 table was served way before the other table, so some of our group was done eating by the time others got their food. That was the main challenge we had. Would have been great to serve everyone's food closer time-wise. Overall, good experience and I'd come back if staying at the hotel again.

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Gourdough's Food Trailer

If you're in Austin and craving specialty donuts, THIS is the place to go!!! Being a donut…read moreconnoisseur, Gourdough's did not disappoint! Love that they're set up in a retro airstream -- such a fun vibe. Donuts are made fresh and topped to order, and it is 100% worth the wait. They've got large and mini sizes, so we went with a few different minis so we could try multiple flavors without overdoing it (or maybe we still overdid it, no regrets ). The menu has something for everyone, even more "basic" options for those who don't want all the toppings -- which honestly feels a little sacrilegious here haha. They also have great coffee, plenty of seating, and shaded tables so you can dig in right away and actually enjoy the moment. I honestly cannot pick a favorite menu item because I loved them all!! Already counting down until I'm back in Austin so I can return.

This is SUCH a delicious food truck! I spotted it on Yelp as we were in the mood for dessert and…read morenot sure what to try. After paying for parking we made our way over to the truck. There wasn't a line (it was a pretty hot day) so we managed to order quickly. We opted to split the Black Betty. It was huge!! I loved the blackberry sauce and fruit mixed in with the cream and sugar. This is one big dessert so I'm glad we shared it - honestly would be worth splitting a whole one amongst a few people unless you have a big sweet tooth! The staff were really quick with the order. There's ample seating by the truck which is probably nice for part of the year, but we were suffering on a hot summer day. I would highly recommend this spot - but keep in mind the weather as it's all outdoor and outdoor seating only.

Mother Clucker Donut

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Heavenly Hash Donut

Paperboy East

Locally owned & operated

Free parking

It's been two days and I'm still thinking of my meal here because it was that good. This place is…read morepopular so I highly recommend making reservations or risk waiting two hours. I love that you can sit upstairs and they play really fun music. It's a perfect place to come with friends. I loved the Lox plate, it's something that I will crave again and order the next opportunity I get. The migas with carnitas is so good too and vey filling. 10/10

I don't know what to say about this. The place is super cute, parking is whack. The menu is a bit…read moresimple but complex at the same time. First time bring here and the waiter recommended these items. I feel like I ordered the wrong items, or maybe a Texas Hash is not my type of breakfast food. I didn't expect it to taste like curry and I don't want to eat curry spices for brunch. 4/5 The fried chicken with biscuit is okay, the chicken was great, well done great seasoning. The egg was cook to perfection, the biscuit was dry though, and the gravy was a bit weird. It was more like a dressing than gravy. 3/5 Texas hash was sweet potatoes and pulled pork in what I can guess is like a curry sauce with lime, cilantros. I wouldn't order this again, we ate like 1/2 of it and didn't even togo home. I was expecting more like... breakfast sweet potatoes with a side of pulled pork, didn't expect that it was all mixed in and mashed together. 5/5 free rice Krispies, this was amazing. Probably the best home made rice Krispies I had in my life. Overall I need to comeback to try something else. Also the water here was good, didn't taste like Austin city water.

Delicious Almond Horchata

Bar seat/ kitchen view

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Classic breakfast plate

Sammie’s

Who would have thought an Italian red sauce joint would go straight to my top tier Austin recs?…read more Place is just legendary. Sammie's has been hyped up on social media for a long time and I gotta say it's still underrated! I will gladly have Sammie's take the Pepsi challenge against red sauce joints in NYC/NJ etc. In fact, I've told friends and family that I am going to take them to Sammie's when they visit from there. We just had such a fantastic experience - everything..the vibe..the red light fixtures and the color of the booths and the floor..the service - our server was great..loved their outfits..really had an old school little italy feel to it. The food was much better than I even anticipated - as a guy who grew up on NJ diner mozzarella sticks, I have a high bar for them and these were magnificent. And seriously...taking the "everything's bigger in Texas" slogan and applying them to mozzarella sticks?! top 10 achievements of the decade. The chicken parm was perfect - well seasoned, proper amount of crisp..the basil on top...the perfect browning of the cheese. Also the lasanga was excellent..and best part - the leftovers..took it home and the next two days put them in a small cast iron and re-heated them..and the magic was right there in my hill country kitchen! Lastly and certainly not least - the cannoli...just look at the photo below.. I'll say, yes, the place is pricey but you can really easily split these entrees and then it becomes cheaper than a jersey strip center Italian joint. I haven't stopped raving about Sammie's since I've been there, and I cannot wait to return, recommend it, and take friends and family that visit.

I have to apologize that it has taken me this long to write this sweet and short love letter to…read moreSammie's. Back in the Dec. we did a guys trip to Austin and the culinary highlight of the weekend was Sammie's. Stepping through the doors felt like stepping into elegance and onto the set of Goodfellas. From the hostess to the waiters to the manager everyone was super attentive and on top of their game. You can't go wrong with anything from the bar. I have never been a fan of Negronis but the one at Sammie's changed my life! I order them everywhere I go now searching for that Sammie's Negroni high but nothing comes close to it. The food was EPIC! Take a look at my pics everything we ordered was prepared to perfection but I still dream about the veal which took the whole table to devour. Also the Caesar Salad was .

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Kiin Di

Kiin Di was one of my first food truck experiences in Austin, and I remember really enjoying it the…read morefirst time. So when I found out they opened a brick-and-mortar location, I knew I had to come back. I re-ordered their Killer Noodles and loved how they kept that fun food truck feel in the presentation. It felt playful, quirky, and true to their roots. Their soft shell crab curry dish was also really impressive. It was a bit too spicy for me, but the flavors were bold, layered, and explosive in the best way. Based on what we tried, I have no doubt the rest of their menu is just as delicious. Definitely a fun spot to check out if you're looking for bold Thai flavors in Austin.

Great food, but I don't recommend sitting inside…read more Food: - Dipping Roti (10/10): Appetizer with 2 pieces of roti. Amazing dip that is slightly sweet and very flavorful. Would recommend highly! - Beef Dang Curry (8/10): Spicy and great flavored curry. The beef was tender, and it paired well with the potato. - Shrimp Pad Thai (9/10): Good amount of shrimp, and the noodles are amazing. Chili flakes did not add any spice. Very yummy overall. Service: Semi-hard to grab waitress' attention to get boxes for leftovers. They started cleaning the table while we sat there. Okay service, but could be better, Ambiance: Came here for dinner, and they seated us in the middle, where there was no AC running. Dark ambiance and busy atmosphere. Took about 30 minutes for 2 people to get seated! Very loud inside.

Thai Me Down

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The Lost Recipe

Clark's Oyster Bar - Austin

A friend and I wanted to get some drinks and oysters before we headed to dinner--we were able to…read moregrab seats at the bar and were served by Clay. He was very attentive and checked in throughout, ensuring we had enough water and beverages. After being sat, we were immediately met with sourdough bread with butter and sea salt. We ordered oysters including 4 that were dressed--very fresh, tasty and I'd return for the oyster happy hour which is Monday to Friday from 3pm-5pm (they are a bit pricey) The star of the show was the octopus--I've had octopus across the US and globe and honestly one of the best I have had, so glad we ordered in. Definitely try it out.

Just went here recently and the oysters were really good, probalby the best in Austin I've had. I…read moretired the lobster roll too and it was good. The service was nice and friendly. It is a little small inside but looks like they had nice outdoor seating too. Very nice way to spend a weekend lunch.