Great experience at Red Ash, what a lovely meal. They really know how to make you feel special for just a normal Thursday night meal. Our waiter knew how to work the menu based on our recommendations. The ambiance is always strong at Red Ash. Tall ceilings, big beautiful wine selection and wrap up booths that are decorated well. read more

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We had a dinner reservation and were seated right away. I'd recommend making one since the place was busy and didn't look like they could easily accommodate walk ins. Red Snapper Crudo ($21): It was alright but not worth it. I wasn't sure all the ingredients worked together. Bone Marrow With Mushroom Risotto ($42): A huge entree that's enough for two people. Came with two large bone marrow and a delicious but very heavy mushroom risotto. I'm used to mushroom risotto in a white creamy base but this one was red, buttery, and cheesy. It was incredible but I wouldn't recommend it if you're on a date or watching what you eat. I was very bloated and felt heavy afterwards so save it for your cheat meal days. It was too much to finish in one sitting anyway so I got to enjoy it again for lunch the next day. Wood Grilled Octopus ($19): My friend ordered this and I tried a piece. The octopus was a bit overcooked. 10 Oz Beef Filet With Fresh Blue Crab Fonduta ($72): My husband and friend both loved the blue crab fonduta which had a strong blue crab flavor. The beef filet was nicely cooked but lacked flavor and the slice was cut a bit too thick for my taste. I'm assuming they keep it on the blander side so it doesn't compete with the fonduta but I would have liked a little more salt. read more

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Food: 4.5 Service: 6/5 Ambiance: 5/5 This review is long overdue. We had a group of 8+ for dinner on a Friday. I heard many great things about the food so I was excited to try this place. What surprised me most was the service! Our server, Brandy was the best server I ever had. She was so kind and accommodating. I couldn't decide between 2 cocktails and I wanted something balanced and sweet. Brandy recommended the Rosa Maria. She assured me that if I didn't like it, that I could get a new drink. Unfortunately, I didn't love it - the aftertaste wasn't smooth but overall it was good. She quickly followed up with me and kept her word. I wanted the drink to be slightly sweeter and smooth and the staff remade it. This time, it was perfect! I appreciate that Brandy was so accommodating for our entire huge party. She constantly checked up on us to make sure we were having a great experience. We ordered a ton of dishes. A few stand outs were: - the squash blossoms - tagliatelle alla bolognese - bone marrow pasta; although this was very rich! I'm glad we shared this There was another pasta dish that was on their specials that was so amazing but I can't remember the name. Overall, everything was delicious. The service was even better! read more

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This was my first dining experience at Red Ash and it was for my friends birthday dinner. We had a party of seven and were seated at the high top in the front of the restaurant by the hostess counter. I had a great view of everybody walking by the restaurant outside :) Our server was fantastic! He was super friendly and attentive. We arrived at 8:00 p.m. and left a little after 10:00 p.m. The food was delicious. My man absolutely loved his seafood pasta dish! He doesn't even eat pasta but he scraped that plate dry. I highly recommend ordering family style for the table but make sure your whole party is on board with splitting the check evenly because the restaurant does not break up the check according to diners only split evenly, I believe up to four ways. Example: Our check was $822 (included gratuities) for seven people and we were only able to split evenly four ways. Roughly $118 each. It is what it is but I didn't even get a main course. Just a glass of wine, a half of a piece of bruschetta, some of the Caesar salad and a small portion of the gnocchi (all shared) I'm glad I got to experience Red Ash, but now that I've checked that off my list, I'm good. read more

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Had reserved this restaurant a month before visiting Austin. Had chosen this spot after some research for hip, high end restaurants with great food and ambiance. This restaurant was everything I could of asked for. Probably the best restaurant we tried in all of Austin. I'm from Los Angeles, and have been to many high end and hip restaurants, this was definitely up there with some of the best restaurants. Food: Crab tagliatelle is a must! This dish was delicious and everything you can ask for from a pasta. Gnocchi special with Peas and Asperagus is a must. This creamy and feather light dish was packed with so much flavour. Lobster scalloping was very good as well and so was the filet mignon. But best of all were the side of carrots, pear and endive salad and the Cho salad. My drink was the basil cocktail was was phenomenal. Everything was just so so very good. Our waitress Tiagna was an absolute delight in every way. Thank you so much!!! read more

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Our food was excellent well prepared and the service was great too! First time visiting and it didn't disappoint. Love this place my 10oz filet was well prepared and the Italian bread was so soft and crunchy. I especially love the wood grilled flavor in my steak. We enjoyed dessert salted caramel gelato with espresso coffee. The ambiance is unique we sat in a booth by the bar. I definitely will return. read more

Red Ash - Italian bread so soft and crunchy my favorite - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We've always heard so much hype about Red Ash and just had to try for ourselves. Takes a few months to get a reservation. I had made a reservation a few weeks prior for our anniversary month. When we sat at our table they had a cute little greeting card from the staff wishing us a happy anniversary. Pro Tip: Just make a reservation way in advance and if you make it you make it. Even if you don't think you will be able to make it. If you can't go just cancel with enough advance. We started with the Meatballs that pair wonderfully with their Italian Bread. Flavorful and plentiful dish and def get the bread! Next came the Bone Marrow & Tuna Crudo. I will say though for some reason after we finished our Meatballs it took them quite a while to bring our dishes after that. Bone Marrow was divine and also paired well with the Italian Bread. Tuna Crudo was not what I expected because it was warm and I was expecting it to be cold. But it was good and I love eggplant. Our main dish was the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese. From the description it seemed to hit all the boxes since we are meat lovers (contains braised beef & pork shoulder) and truffle. I love me some truffle. When we ordered the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese I asked him does it have a lot of truffle flavor because I love truffle. He said oh we can definitely add more truffle if you would like when the dish comes out. When the dish came they had the chef come shave an extra truffle on the dish. I honestly could not taste the difference. Was not enough truffle flavor for me. Note the extra truffle is an added charge. Overall lovely experience. If we return we will need to try some different dishes to give it another try. read more

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The Agnolotti pasta was really good, so much so I had to scrape every ounce of the sauce off the plate. The bone marrow was also pretty solid. However, I didn't really feel like the Blue crab pasta lives up to the hype. The noodle was a little dry and the sauce flavor was a little plain in my opinion. read more

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5 stars for appetizers and dessert 4 stars for main The appetizers and desserts were excellent. The appetizers were just really done so well, though pricey. The steak trimmings bruschetta was a single slice of bread, but it was loaded with both perfect medium rare steak and delicious mushrooms. Add maybe a $4 order of two slices of their garlic bread, and you could perhaps call this an entree. The octopus was perfectly tender and came sitting in a delicious almost-stew that made the dish heartier. Again, kind of expensive for the single skewer (about 6 pieces) of octopus. We got one of the most expensive mains -- the cold lobster tails scampi style with spaghettini. There were five small lobster tails, which isn't bad. Flavor was just fine. The pasta on the side was just fine, just cooked beyond al dente in a simple tomato sauce. It was a little surprising the pasta didn't have lobster flavor or even scampi flavor. Felt like two very different dishes on the plate. This dish also came with a slice of bread. Their bread is great. We also got the special-- morel mushrooms over polenta and a poached egg. It tasted great but was probably the thinnest, smallest serving of polenta I've ever had. The desserts is where Red Ash then redeemed itself. The tiramisu is great...AND HUGE. Double the size I would have expected. And they don't say it on the menu, but you can order a single scoop of gelato for $4. Parking is always challenging downtown; we got super lucky with someone leaving street parking just as we got there. It's very noisy inside. Why do downtown restaurants insist on having no sound dampening? read more

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We had a wonderful date night at Red Ash and finally understood why it's one of Austin's most talked‑about restaurants. We booked our 6:45pm reservation two months out, arrived a little early, and were seated at the bar right away--already a great start. Drinks: She ordered the Heat of Passion and I went with the Satan's Circus. Both were solid cocktails, but the Heat of Passion definitely stole the show with brighter, more pronounced flavors. Mine was good, though the chilis were much more subtle than expected. Starters: We started with the burrata with tomatoes and the bone marrow. The burrata itself was outstanding--creamy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The tomatoes were good but could have used a touch more seasoning, though it seemed they were going for a "let the ingredients shine" approach. The bone marrow, however, was phenomenal. Rich, buttery, and paired perfectly with the extra bread it came with (which was helpful since we devoured the burrata's bread instantly). It was my first time trying marrow, and it was a "when in Rome" moment I'm glad I had. Entrées: We shared the potato gnocchi (small portion) and the blue crab pasta (full portion). The crab pasta was flavorful and well‑balanced, but the gnocchi packed such a punch that you really had to alternate bites or it would overshadow the other dish entirely. For what it's worth, we're not huge seafood people, so that may have influenced our impressions--but both dishes were delicious in their own way. Dessert: We debated between the olive oil cake and the chocolate cake, and finally chose the chocolate hazelnut volcano cake. Zero regrets. Rich, warm, and decadent--halfway through I was ready for a nap in the best possible way. Ambience: The building itself is thoughtful and stylish. There was music playing (sounded like Bad Bunny vibes), but it was hard to hear over the crowd--if anything, lowering it might make conversations easier. Service: Sitting at the bar ended up being a great choice. The bartender was attentive, helpful with recommendations, and kept the experience smooth from start to finish. Overall: A fantastic evening and absolutely worth the hype. We completely understand why people rave about Red Ash. read more

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When you walk into a restaurant and there is a line when it opens, it is either cheap food or an experience. We were eating from out of town, from Los Angeles, and crossing our fingers! Thankfully, Red Ash was an experience! From being greeted by the hostess and accommodated by not going up the flight of stairs (bad knee), to the end with hot cream-filled doughnuts. We started with a great greeting by Jacob, our server, who was also the sommelier. So I took his recommendation for the EPC Brut Premier Cru, because I wanted bubbles and it was heavenly. My daughter's Shirley Temple was perfect with her favorite cherries! To start, we had the Hot and Crispy Country Italian Bread and the San Daniele Prosciutto and Burrata. I would be happy to eat this combination for the rest of my life! My daughter ordered the 1/2 portions of Capelletti "Bishop's Hats" and Handmade Potato Gnocchi "Gratinata" after conferring with Jacob due to her odd food allergy. The gnocchi were like eating clouds of sunshine. I had the 1/2 portion of Mezze Rigatoni Alla Campagnola, which was filled with incredible flavors with every bite. For dessert, we had the Hot Cream Filled Doughnuts even though we were full, but they were perfection with the Blackberry Marmalatta. The experience was complete and was sublime. We actually called over Peter, who was the General Manager, and complimented him on the food (homemade pasta!), staff (specifically the hostesses and Jacob), service (top-notch), and overall ambiance (industrial chic). I even said that they should have a Michelin star! We hope to be back in Austin to experience Red Ash again. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more

We managed to sneak in here on a Monday night and find bar seating at around 8:30 PM. I was later told it takes months to get a reservation, and after trying the food and feeling the vibes, I could see why. Intimate, but casual environment with friendly service. The lighting is spot on: not too dark, not too bright. We shared the meatballs and the osso bucco and a bottle of wine. The osso bucco was probably among the best I've had. The wine list is quite extensive and you can find some pretty good values. I like it here so much I tried to get back in the following night. This is rare for me. When I'm away traveling for work, I always try to hit different spots, but it was that good. Unfortunately for me, my luck ran out. They couldn't even squeeze me in at the bar. read more

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As soon as you walk in you're greeted with a smoked wood smell. The tagiolini with fresh blue crab and gelati were the highlight of our meal. I high encourage you to try both if you ever find yourself here. We also had 30 day dry aged porterhouse and the 20oz bone in center cut filet. Both were good, personally I preferred the filet. Everything else was okay. Service wasn't great either, our waiter wasn't very attentive. read more

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Ridiculously hot inside. I considered walking out at multiple points because I was drenched in sweat during the whole dinner. My clothes were soaking wet and I'm a woman. It also took the waiter 20 mins to take one drink order, we had to flag down a different waiter altogether to order drinks because ours ignored us. read more

Red Ash - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Enjoyed an amazing birthday dinner here. We were seated next to the fire which was nice cozy ambiance. Garlic bread was a great start. The gnocchi pasta was to die for!!!! Roasted chicken was pretty solid. Their panna cotta was the perfect ending to our meal, I prefer it over the tiramisu. Service was excellent. read more

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Everyone loves this place, BUT I wasnt necessarily blown away. The ambiance is cute, service is solid, but the food was good but felt like it wasn't up to the hype honestly, and the creamy pasta option was overwhelming creamy- didn't feel great after. Cool spot and cool location, great for an event or birthday, but not sure if I'd seek it out if I wanted something exemplary of the price point they charge here. Still giving 5 stars because it's still gooood, it just wasn't really my thing or particularly exciting experience for an upscale restaurant, imo. read more

Came here with some friends and ordered a bunch of stuff on the menu. While we enjoyed everything, there definitely were some standouts, namely the pastas. I loveddd the Frutti Di Mare and the Blue Crab Pasta. Sometimes Frutti Di Mare can be a bit "fishy" but Red Ash's was a 10/10. I absolutely would get it again. The Blue Crab Pasta was also a 10/10. So perfect. The Osso Buco was good but for the price, I would probably venture elsewhere on the menu. read more

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We finally got a reservation to dine at Red Ash! Let me tell you this, it was eventful. We ordered the following items and I've listed my opinion of these items line by line. HOT AND CRISPY COUNTRY ITALIAN BREAD ( loved it) *SQUASH BLOSSOMS ( loved it) OCTOPUS A LA PLANCHA (loved it) WILD RED SNAPPER A LA PLANCHA "LIVORNESE. (Liked it) OSSO BUCO MILANESE (loved it) TAGLIOLINI WITH FRESH BLUE CRAB (loved it) CHARRED SWEET CORN RISOTTO "GRATINATA ( liked it) I started off with moscato it was delicious and honestly I'm pissed I didn't just order a whole bottle. Do not make the mistake I did.... Just get the bottle. The mood, food, service and decor of this place is a vibe. I enjoyed all the aspects. Now let's get down to why this experience was eventful. During the meal I saw something fly by. "Fly" as in a bird flew by. I thought I was seeing things. Nope, I did indeed see a pigeon fly by the table about 3 times. It did not land on my table but it did land on the railing near a table 3 table tops away. After a couple screams the bird landed in a ceiling area. Since we were dining on the 2nd floor we had a good view of it. We became fascinated concerning where the bird would go next. We took a few pictures of it; tried to get a video of it in flight. I think we missed out on that. We did notice the bird kept turning around. It did in fact poop on the table below where a couple was having drinks. They were promptly moved to another area in the restaurant. Our waiter kept tell us this sort of thing never happens. I don't know if that is true. It was our 1st time visiting. read more

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Joel recommended the Feudi di San Gregorio Falanghina and it was so refreshing, so smooth and went amazing with the Small Butter Clams "Oreganata Style". I also had the Mezze rigatoni and subbed out the sausage for broccolini since the sausage was made with pork and they didn't have any other protein options for the pasta other than half a chicken. Over all the service is phenomenal, it's a lowlight restaurant perfect for date night or corporate event where you want to impress someone. The bone marrow is a favorite here but I will say it's a split on which option I love better between that and the clams. I've had the thin sliced beef Carpaccio and tbh it just felt like and over priced bun less sand which. I would not order that again. Joel thoroughly impressed me with his recommendations. I came here for a solo reservation and was observing him as he catered his suggestions to each patron sitting at the bar. I will be back. I suggest planning a few weeks ahead of time since this popular fine dining experience in Austin. read more

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I am glad I did not give up on Red Ash after a bad experience. I have been several times after and it exceed my expectation more and more, and somehow I became addicted to Frutti Di Mare. I can officially say this is my fav italian restaurant in Austin. It is hard to get a reservation, but dont give up even if you eat in the bar. It is well worthed. For the first timers, Order Tomato and Burrata, Frutti Di Mare and Tiramusu. You wont regret, but be careful with sea food pasta. It will come to your dreams and it will remind you Italy :) It is always booked and always crowded, and I love the lighting. It is a rustic modern open space, and it is loud, but dimly lit. Thank you RedAsh, and I am glad One bad experience did not let me leave you. I be back more than you want me :) read more

Fantastic first visit to this place that we've been excited to try. Reservations were a bit challenging so now we know to book far in advance, plan ahead! Paid parking is directly across the street, minimum for 2 hours was $27 and can always be extended however the restaurant allows 1 hr 45 minutes to dine. Valet is available. We chose to sit near the cooks which was very entertaining. It's amazing to watch how focused each chef was, attention to detail and composure! It made us want everything on the menu. Our waitstaff was Stephen who was cordial and helpful. Since this was our first, and definitely not our last, we started with the burrata appetizer which was a hardy portion with leftovers. Friends recommended the osso bucco so we got that and husband got the rigatoni with sausage. Both were delicious while the osso bucco was full of flavor and tender, the rigatoni was also a hit! Portions were very generous with lots of leftovers to enjoy a 2nd and 3rd time. We cannot wait to return so we can order an array of smaller portions so we have the opportunity of trying different menu items! We were extremely full for desserts so this will definitely be had with smaller plate selections. Thank you for an enjoyable evening, we will be back! read more

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One of my favorite spots in Austin! The food was great and the vibes are there. It does get super busy, and our reservation had to be made 3 months in advance as there was nothing available. The space can get crowded and loud, and you will have to wait a bit past your reservation time to get your table. We sat at the bar and it was okay. Service is friendly, but slow. This was my first time trying bone marrow and it was underwhelming, but it was cool to try. The steak was amazing and will def be trying the rest on the menu. The ravioli was good and the spaghetti with meatballs was good too! Overall, it's a great spot and totally recommend trying at least once. My main callout is to expect to do a lot of waiting for your food, especially if you're there during prime dinner hours. Our reservation was for 7pm and we left around 10pm. read more

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Was able to snag a reservation at Red Ash while visiting Austin for the holidays. The hostess was extremely pleasant. I say this whole heartedly because I feel that it's rare to come across friendly staff at the front at restaurants like Red Ash. We were asked which table we would prefer as well which is always so nice! Inside is beautiful and I absolutely loved the decor. The food was delicious. Drinks were pretty AND good, iykyk. My husband and I raved about this place our entire dinner. We will definitely come back the next time we're in town! 10/10 highly recommend read more

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As a New Yorker new to Austin, this is honestly my favorite restaurant in the city. I've been visiting over the past year, but I've noticed the heavy set Latina female check in host isn't very friendly and often pushes back when we try to walk in with or without reservations. It's also hard to get a reservation; she says they're often released only on the day itself. For example, I booked a 5pm reservation just three minutes before, which was stressful. I love the food here, but getting seated has always been an issue it's difficult to get a bar seat or table without hassle. It's unfortunate because I don't have these issues at their sister restaurant, J Carver, which is much more accommodating. Still, Res Ash remains my favorite because the taste of their steak is undefeated! Is this helpful? read more

Red Ash - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Cool atmosphere and great menu! I had a delicious cocktail and the gnocchi and cauliflower. Our server was great.

Had an excellent meal at Red Ash! The food, the drinks, the atmosphere, and the service were all on point. Even the portions were great for what you're paying. Left with lots of leftovers. To drink the green thumb was delicious! Tart, refreshing and sweet but not too sweet. For appetizers, I love the polenta served with the meatballs. Not a big meatball lover but these were good. The garlic bread is a must. The bruschetta with steak was also amazing and was also served I think on the garlic bread. For entrees, I highly, highly recommend the Tagliolini with fresh blue crab. It is buttery and creamy perfection but not too heavy. The rigatoni had great flavor, but the pasta was a little too al dente for me. Great spot for date night or to bring parents when they're in town! Definitely have to plan a reservation a while out but there was also a line at 5 pm when we got there and when they open so could try getting a table that way. read more

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THE BIG: Rustic Italian restaurant in downtown Austin. Right off of 3rd and Colorado. Two stories and a big bar in the middle of the restaurant. Very cozy inside. Street parking available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I came here for a rare date night. I didn't confirm the times and the reservation was never set, but fortunately we walked in and was able to grab a table for an hour before the next guest came in. A rarity. Highly recommend to make a reservation ahead of time. For food, we got the wood grilled bone marrow, agnolotti, bolognese, pollo alla diavolo, and for dessert the apple crostata to go. All the dishes were so rich in flavor (likely from all the oils/butter/mallow used). My favorite was the bolognese. It had the nice tomato sauce acidity to balance the fattiness of the dishes. My wife got a basil and mint mocktail that was bomb. It tasted really good and paired nicely with the food. I opted out of a drink because I wanted to try more of the food. THE FINAL BAMBOO: All in all, we spent around $150 for the dishes and it was pretty good. I'd say it's the better Italian restaurants in Austin and a must try. read more

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Five stars and absolutely worth the wait! We started with the bone marrow, followed by the blue crab, frutti di mare, lobster pasta, and osso buco. Everything was delicious, beautifully prepared, and cooked to perfection. The restaurant has a cool, lively vibe, the service was wonderful, and the price felt very fair for four people. Definitely book well in advance! read more

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BOOK YOUR RESERVATION A MONTH IN ADVANCE! I started looking for a reservation 3 weeks before we decided to come here for a birthday dinner, and the only available time was 9pm! As soon as you walk in, you feel that it's a fairly casual restaurant. It's loud inside with people not too afraid to raise their voices. We were seated as soon as we arrived for our reservation. Every waiter/waitress I've come across here has been very delightful. They even left us a birthday card with the staff each writing something nice. We ordered 3 dishes and a few drinks and one dessert. It seems like they have single serving and family style serving options. We left feeling very full! The food was great and you can tell the quality is great too, but the wait time is brutal. The month long wait almost made the experience a bit less special? Like, what's the hype about? Why is there such a long wait? read more

Red Ash - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I wish I could eat here every day of our trip! The food here was phenomenal. Our server Dejan did such a fabulous job explaining the best sellers and his favorites. We had to get a little of everything - pasta, appetizers, salad. The energy in the room is really nice too, it feels very wood fired and industrial. 10/10 Here are some of the food dishes we had! read more

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I had the blue crab pasta, it was divine. The berry ice-cream was good. Our server was quick and clearly experienced! Will be back.

Red Ash is overpriced and dare I say overrated now that there are a lot of newer Italians spots opening in Austin. Starting off strong, the service was amazing. The staff was attentive and playful without being overbearing. Their burrata small plate was decent but for $19 I was kind of annoyed that we had to order extra bread on the side to have enough for the dish. The pasta in the Frutti Di Mare and Tagliolini with Fresh Blue Crab were all overcooked and kind of soggy. It almost feels like they were using the fancy seafood to hide the subpar pasta. The pasta in the spaghetti was al dente but I wasn't wowed by the sauce, it was under salted and too acidic. The portion sizes on the pasta entrees were very generous which made the price a but more acceptable. The Asian Pear Salad was basically leaves with very little toppings and I can't even remember there being a citrus vinaigrette it was that dry. read more

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Was able to walk in on a Sunday night at 7pm with my husband. Red Ash was PACKED on a Sunday evening. The restaurant has a bar in the middle, with tables to the side and upstairs. Dim lighting all around. I've heard so many great things, we were excited to try. I got the Basil and Mint mocktail which was refreshing and cut through some of the fatty dishes. We ordered the bone marrow to start and it was decedent! Lots of butter, garlic, and fat. Then we shared the bolognese, truffle pasta and the chicken. All were cooked super well and had excellent flavor. Finally, we got an apple crostata to go! It was filled with apple-cinnamon-caramel goodness! Overall, it was a great dinner, but I can tell lots of butter was used. read more

Red Ash - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Finally had the chance to try Red Ash! The food definitely lived up to the hype. The blue crab pasta is a must!! We also shared the buratta was delicious as well . Portions are large and great for sharing. Can't wait to come back! read more

Red Ash - Blue crab pasta, spaghetti and meatball - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Not worth your time and money! Booking out months in advance for this is outrageous. The only thing worth your money was the crab pasta. The rigatoni was dry and honestly you could make it at home. The agnolotti was flavorless and inedible. The steak trimmings bruschetta was just okay as the bread was extremely soggy. I would give this a miss if you want good Italian. Maybe the steak is the star of the show but if you want good Italian in Austin go to Sammie's. read more

Red Ash - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Might be the best Italian food in Austin - fresh pasta and a cozy interior make this a perfect fancy date night spot. The portions are huge - our server said the entrees are shareable, we should have listened because we definitely over ordered! Food: Bone marrow appetizer was delicious - very heavy though for two people. The garlic bread that comes with it is decadent. Better if you're sharing with a larger group. The blue crab pasta is a must-try! Super rich with flavor, and the crab has a nice sweetness that goes well with the creamy sauce. The Milanese was good, but nothing in comparison to the crab pasta. Service: our server was super attentive - brought extra bread for our bone marrow and gave some great recommendations. They were also quick with clearing table space when we were done with our appetizer and changing out the plates and utensils. Vibe: gorgeous bar area with seating, lots of tables near the kitchen and dining area. There is an upstairs seating area but did not get a god look at what it's like. Very cozy and intimate, and love the open kitchen view. read more

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Mea Culpa. I cannot believe that 4 years ago I only gave Red Ash 4-stars. It was one of the best dining experiences of my life. The factor that elevated even further was our server, Brandy. She is absolutely phenomenal. She is very funny, friendly & personable, and knowledgeable. She was like our tour guide for the evening. In addition to the service, the food was just amazing. Rather than go with steaks and entrees, we thought the better way to approach is from a tapas/small plates perspective so we can try many different dishes. We went with: Garlic Bread - possibly the best in the world (++) Meatballs - also some of the best I've ever had (++) Octopus - tender and well flavored (+) Tuna Crudo - just remarkable (++) Tagliatelle - it was like the ultimate comfort food without being heavy. (++) Gnocchi - Brandy raved about it so we had to get it (++) We also had an artichoke that was off the menu, which I probably wouldn't get again as it's too difficult for me to figure out how to eat. Dessert - the legendary donuts with a scoop of gelato. Before you ask, yes, of course we took some of this food to go! The vibe and decor at Red Ash is fantastic, like a cool Austin place with a rustic but city vibe. Everyone raves about Red Ash and I am going to make it a point to take friends/family that visit because it's a great way to show off Austin! read more

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We had one of the best dinners we've had in a long time at Red Ash. Every single dish was a standout, and the flavors were next-level. - Tagliolini with Fresh Blue Crab: light, perfectly seasoned, and packed with sweet, delicate crab - Frutti Di Mare: a seafood lover's dream; super fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor - Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese: rich, comforting, and exactly what a true Bolognese should be - Hot & Crispy Country Italian Bread: honestly, dangerous. Buttery, crisp on the outside, soft on the inside. We could've eaten a whole loaf - Wood-Grilled Broccolini: smoky, tender, and such a good balance to the richer dishes Hot Chocolate Cake: the perfect ending. Warm, gooey, and absolutely decadent Can't recommend this place enough; already planning our next visit! read more

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Reservations are tough to get, so plan a couple months ahead, but the experience was worth it. The atmosphere is nice, dim lighting, and the open kitchen right in the middle of the restaurant makes it feel personal. They also have this huge glass wine room with a giant ladder that looked really impressive. The service was excellent. Our server was very attentive throughout the meal, took time to explain how different dishes were prepared, gave helpful recommendations, and paced everything out really well for the table. The portions here are massive compared to a lot of upscale spots, so it actually felt like a solid value for the quality and amount of food. We shared a few pastas, steak, sides, cocktails, and desserts and left completely stuffed. The Hot & Crispy Country Italian Bread was nice and garlicky. The Coal Roasted Sweet Potatoes were buttery and rich with mascarpone, the Wood Grilled Broccolini had a nice little kick to it. The steak, a 20 oz center cut ribeye was incredibly tender, flavorful, and came pre sliced which made it easy to share. My favorite dish of the night was easily the Tagliolini with Fresh Blue Crab. Rich, buttery, and packed with flavor. We also had the Spaghettini alle Vongole with clams, which was lighter but still really good. For drinks, I had the Heat of Passion cocktail with mezcal and loved it, and we also tried one of their seasonal strawberry cocktails that was refreshing and balanced with herbs. Dessert was a strong finish. The Hot Apple Crostata with salted caramel gelato was incredible. It had a buttery crust, not overly sweet, that went perfect with the gelato. The chocolate cake was good but a little too rich for me personally. read more

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The food and service here were amazing! I highly recommend making reservations. I'm not sure that you will get in otherwise. I could eat their bread all day long, it's so good. The bruschetta was the only appetizer that I wouldn't order again. It wasn't bad, but not my favorite. The bone marrow was smooth and buttery, definitely my favorite appetizer. read more