Reservations are a must and we thank our hotel concierge for getting us in on a Friday. Everything was excellent from cocktail to appetizer, salad and entree. Our server was tops, pacing out our meal and even gave us a great recommendation for post dinner jazz nearby. All in all, a perfect date night dinner in Austin! read more

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Didn't know it was a hit till we tried it once. And unfortunately didn't think it was that remarkable. Good ambiance though.

One of our favorite Italian spots in Austin! We usually book our Friday night reservations a month or two in advance--totally worth the wait. It's always a bustling - great ambiance! It's a tradition for us to get our favorites: burrata with wood-fired tomatoes, gnocchi, and steak, plus a few new dishes to mix things up. The food is always top-notch, and the wait staff is amazing, always offering the perfect wine and dish recommendations. Just a heads-up--parking can be tricky, especially on a Friday night, so plan accordingly! read more

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This restaurant absolutely lives up to the hype. I went here for a girls night with a few friends. I ordered a lovely mock-tail (forgot the name). We started with the Barata, which was absolutely amazing. Light and refreshing. We followed it up with an aged cut topped with blue crab, the gnocchi, with a side of the broccolini. Literally everything was fabulous. read more

From the moment we were seated to when the bill came we were treated like royalty. Our waiter (name escaped me) was very attentive but not overbearing. The food was perfect with many gluten free options for my daughter and her husband. Can't wait to go back. Pricing was very comfortable. read more

I can see why this restaurant lives up to the hype! We were lucky we got a resy for 2 at the chef's counter, which in my opinion, are the best seats in the house. So that was already a huge check. The service the restaurant was exceptional. We always had a full water cup, food always came out piping hot. Our waiter, Jake, answered all of our questions since it was our first time here. For the cocktails, we ordered the seasonal cocktail (sage and gin), Satan's circus, there nor here and the amaro paradiso. All excellent cocktails, it just depends on the mood you're in! Great ambiance for date night or for the entire family! For food, we got the: -scallop app special: def don't pass this up! They sauté the scallops in a béchamel sauce with corn and prosciutto. Throw it in their wood fired oven topped with parm and serve with grilled bread. Don't skip if they have this special for the evening! My mouth is drooling just thinking about it! -bread service for 1: we got it for 1 since we didn't want to be full of just bread. Everyone says to get it though and it was fantastic. I used this bread to dip in my frutti di mare! It came with 2 pieces, so it was enough for me and hubby to each get a piece. -Frutti di Mare: our favorite entree of the night!!! black & white spaghettini / cold water lobster tails / clams/ shrimp / mussels / crushed san marzano tomatoes / spicy grana crumbs. This entree was truly fantastic. The pasta was cooked perfectly and there was such a generous amount of seafood. The sauce was chef's kiss. Highly highly recommend getting this! -lobster scampi style: it was served with spaghetti cooked in a tomato sauce. It wasn't bad, basic compared to the frutti di mare. Lobster was prepared scampi style, so nothing special there either. It was good but didn't compare to the frutti di mare. -Giandula cake: if you have room for dessert, def get this PB molten chocolate cake. We had one bite cause we were so full and took the rest to go! We did eat the vanilla gelato it was served with though. A great experience and I'm glad we were able to get in! Would def love to come back next time we're in town. Cute restaurant with an upstairs and bar area for additional seating. read more

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The pasta here was very good! Love the lobster scampi dish. The red sauce was delicious and creamy enough. Some of the steak pieces were a bit tough. Some were tender and juicy though. I didn't like the crudo much as it was a bit salty for my taste. The octopus was too rubbery. I liked the bone marrow though! Their garlic bread is to die for. I would definitely come back to try more pasta dishes. Cute vibe inside with nice low lighting. There is valet parking available for $15. Excellent service, 10/10. Our waiter was so sweet and knowledgeable regarding the menu. Water was constantly refilled. read more

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1. Our server for the evening was Vincenzo. His direction and suggestions on ordering created a truly memorable dining experience. His attention to detail and service delivery were exceptional. 2. The host staff at the front were warm and engaging. We greatly appreciated Riley's charming spirit, menu suggestions, and the extra time to check on us during our meal. 3. The ambiance was lively and vibrant with a bonus of observing several birthday celebrations. 4. The food was excellent. We enjoyed a mix of appetizer, salad, and pasta dishes. read more

We let our server Nick pretty much choose everything and he was spot on! Everything was amazing. We were there for the F1 weekend and this was the best meal we had, now my favorite restaurant in Austin. read more

I came to Red Ash for my birthday dinner. The service was phenomenal. We sat down and received our cocktails shortly after. We were given Italian bread, which was very good. Our waitress suggested that we try the wood roasted vine tomatoes and burrata. It was delicious with the Italian bread. We ordered the agnolotti alla piemontese and potato gnocchi gratinata to share as a main course. I enjoyed the truffles and veal jus with the agnolotti. It paired very well. The sauce with the gnocchi was so rich and creamy. The gnocchi was the perfect texture. For our dessert, we ordered the hot chocolate gianduja cake. I loved the combination of chocolate/peanut butter and gelato. Red Ash is one of my favorite restaurants in Austin. read more

Red Ash - Agnolotti Piemontese style & Small Potato Gnocchi Gratinata - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I've dined here a few times with my family as well as just my husband! It's our favorite Italian restaurant by far, and we enjoyed some of the best pasta we've ever had. I can certainly see why reservations book up months in advance! Here's all we've tried and recommend and reordered: -Thin Sliced Beef Carpaccio Fruitt Di Mare of course -Wood Roasted Vine Tomatoes and Burrata We've also had the red snapper crudo, Bruschetta of Prime Steak Trimmings which were delicious as well. We've experienced fantastic service and the ambience is beautiful. It's perfect for a special occasion or date night (though it's quite loud so maybe not for a first date?) or even just being with the family. read more

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I really enjoy visiting this place when you can get a reservation. The food matches the esthetics. Classy look with kitchen in sight. (Fellas, bring her here) The bread they start you off with makes a statement alone. Very good top of the line steaks. Highly recommend the aged fillet The pasta was amazing as well. Always looking forward to the next visit here! read more

The ambiance and service of Red Ash are top tier, the drinks are also delicious. I will say some of the food is absolutely delicious and unique but the prices are absolutely absurd for the amount of food you get. We've been to Red Ash twice but we probably won't be returning as there are just so many other restaurants in Austin that are much more worth the money. read more

Best meal in Austin? Yes. Came on a Thursday night as a friend was visiting with no reservation. We were super lucky to get a table, but make sure you get those reservations in advance!!! We started with the hot and crispy country Italian bread! It was good but honestly you can skip unless you absolutely need carbs! Red snapper crudo: Absolutely incredible. The smoked trout roe added another dimension to the crudo, and the sauce was just incredible. A must order. Thin sliced beef carpaccio: another must order. Hands down one of my favorite takes of raw beef ever. The horseradish crema added the perfect amount of kick. Everything about each bite was just so delicious. Tagliatelle alla bolognese: you can tell the pasta is freshly made, and it hit the spot just right! Wild red snapper: a must order if you love fish. All the veggies in the dish are so delicious on their own right, but pairs so perfectly well with the snapper! The broth is soo good too. Lamb Shank Braised: this was the sleeper hit of the night. The lamb was fall off the bone, and the risotto paired perfectly with the richness of the lamb. The mint gremolata added the perfect balance of flavors that just made the dish soooooo good. The staff was incredible, and our waiter was always changing out our plates. Definitely a must to try in Austin! read more

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If you love seafood pasta, I highly recommend their two pasta dishes Frutti Di Mare and Tagliolini w/fresh blue crab. Both were incredible and their portion sizes were big too, I honestly could of shared with my husband, but nahhh lol! While eating there, I was already trying to book my next reservation and the soonest I saw available on a weekend was a few months out, however our waiter suggested to talk to the hostess and so glad I did. She was able to find a reservation for next month wooo-hooo :) Loved the ambience and the aesthetics as well! Parking There is paid parking directly across the restaurant (paid $16 for 2 hrs) and there's also valet parking on the corner off Colorado & 3rd Street. Overall, Red Ash is hands down one of my top 5 restaurants in the Austin area and I'm looking forward to my next visit in a few weeks. read more

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So hard to get a reservation at this spot!! I booked about 2-3 months in advance for a weeknight reservation. Although we liked all the dishes, our favorite was the agnolotti. Delicious pockets of braised beef yum! Very attentive service. Wood Roasted Meatballs san marzano tomato marinara / basil / fresh milled soft polenta parmigiana / 15 AGNOLOTTI DEL PLIN red wine braised beef ravioli / sliced fresh truffles / butter/ roasted veal jus / 18/34 TAGLIATELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE wide ribbons / traditional bolognese / porcini / grana / 18/28 FRUTTI DI MARE (entree only) black & white spaghettini / cold water lobster tails / clams shrimp / mussels / crushed san marzano tomatoes / spicy grana crumbs / 42 read more

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I had the pleasure of eating here this last Saturday and this is the 3rd time I had dinner at Red Ash. I will say the grilled sourdough and burrata appetizer is really second to none. If you like a garlicky, perfectly toasted piece of bread with your burrata...look no further. Also had the short rib special and that was very nice as well. I do not eat out often due to salt content and this place is no exception. This place is good but there are A LOT of good restaurants in Austin. I do not know why this place is so hard to get a reservation. You will also not get sat until the very minute of your reservation so if you are thinking you will get there early and have a drink...DON'T! You will stand, awkwardly in front of the entrance door with a group that thought they would have a drink too. The bar also needs a reservation so there is no social aspect to this except eating and conversing with the party you are having dinner with. This may be the new normal after Covid but it reminds of why people are so unhappy now. Staff is friendly however. This place is a good restaurant, just not a great one. read more

Red Ash - Baked Hot apple crostata - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Fantastic dinner last night. Service perfect. Food divine. Will be returning soon.

Came here the other night for my Moms bday and been wanting to bring them here for awhile now. We enjoyed all of our dishes and more importantly, my parents did as well. Appetizers: 1. Octopus A La Plancha - delish and tasty especially with the beans and salad 2. Carpaccio - this was nice and light and definitely tasty Entrees: 1. Blue Crab Tagliatelle - this was phenomenal. A ton of crab and just absolutely delish. Definitely a re-order again and again! 2. Mushroom and Bone Marrow Risotto - firstly it's YUGE so plan accordingly. Thankfully our server told us that and so we shared this and it was still so much food that we took back. Definitely not a light dish either but realllly good! We ended with a tiramisu as the birthday dessert which wasn't traditional style but huge and delish nonetheless. read more

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Was not overly impressed given you have to book quite literally months in advance to even potentially get a shot at a reservation. The restaurant itself is fairly spacious with a bar, lots of tables upstairs and down. Parking is sparse - across the street is convenient but expensive. Street parking is hard to come by. Service is usually pretty good but have none of the staff have been outwardly friendly - most seem like they're too good for you. The food itself was decent but again given how hard it is to get a reservation wasn't the best Italian and steaks I've had. We ordered several of the pastas and a steak as well as a couple of cocktails. Get ready for your bank to cry! Definitely on the spendier side and to be honest not that flavorful. read more

Red Ash - Small Potato Gnocchi Gratinata - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The food here is definitely solid, and the service is attentive throughout the meal. Having a reservation is a must, and it's worth noting that the upstairs area feels a bit more comfortable and less hectic compared to downstairs. Most of the dishes we tried were well-prepared, though a few didn't quite live up to the expectations set by all the hype. Flavors are good, but not every item felt standout. The atmosphere can get a little crowded, which might not be for everyone, but overall it's still an enjoyable place for a night out. A good option if you're looking for a lively setting and well-executed Italian food -- just go in knowing it might not fully match the buzz you've heard. read more

Pretty awful experience. Came for anniversary with my partner. Got gnocchi and pasta. Ended up with a different dish that looked remarkably similar and got an allergic reaction. Potentially on me for not being able to recognize the different pasta categories, but serving a Hindu who eats no beef and a jewish man who eats no pork and is allergic to truffles/mushrooms a dish with all 3 led to a pretty poor anniversary. Got a sorry about that and they removed it from the check, but like come on, the 30$ cost was not really the issue... The meal was expensive but the epipen was more expensive. Feel free to ask me about this, will be chilling by the toilet for a bit and happy to complain on yelp. They did make us a nice card tho! read more

First time here after hearing about it for many months. First the good news, food is very good, service was attentive and friendly, wine selection is good, and a full bar with featured craft cocktails. But, the restaurant is loud, which I had read in reviews prior to going, but it is loud to the point that six of us couldn't have a conversation at a small table, and the Server had to lean in very close to hear our requests. This is so easily fixed it would seem obvious to the owners that some sound deadening features would improve the experience. Second, we were seated upstairs, and all of a sudden the temperature rises and becomes almost uncomfortable. (At "uncomfortable", I walk out). Server said it is a known issue. If eating out is about the food and experience, Red Ash is falling down on half the equation. Table ordered garlic bread, which was raved about in reviews. It was good, but I am not convinced that flying bread dough from New York is worth it. With amazing Cottage Bakers in Austin, sourcing local will likely lead to better bread and be more sustainable. Risotto with mushrooms and bone marrow was great, as was the lobster pasta. Reflecting on it, probably not returning until I hear the environment issues are resolved. read more

Okay I have been putting this place off forever because how good could Italian food REALLY be? Yes, it's that good! The bolognese was outstanding, the steak I'm still dreaming about and the tiramisu phenomenal. Our server was on top of everything, she wasn't overbearing but was just so attentive we really appreciated it. The restaurant itself was much smaller than I imagined but it was laid out perfectly, I liked that I could see some of the kitchen and I really wanted to peek upstairs but I didn't. I liked that they offered small portions of a lot of their food which made sharing and trying things so much easier. Ohhhhhh and the garlic bread, everyone is correct it's like nothing I've had you just order it, it's incredible. I've already placed a few alerts for other dates so we can go back. Hope you like it as much as we did :). read more

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This place is consistently amazing. The service, food, presentation, menu selection, & ambiance is always spot on. It is the perfect place to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or Friday night date night. read more

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Cannot make reservations, even two months out for a weeknight. System always says, "no tables available." I've tried calling, no one ever answers. I've left messages, no one calls back. I see that others have the same complaints. There is no way I'm driving an hour to Austin without reservations, so I guess we are giving up on Red Ash. read more

Snagged a last minute reservation on OpenTable at the bar. Our server/bartender was very nice, helpful when it came to helping my vegan boyfriend find options. He wasn't originally coming with me but my sister couldn't make it. We knew the menu did not denote vegan options so we hoped they would accommodate. The bread can be vegan without the spread they add and olive/oil and balsamic instead. For entree spaghetti with no cheese and the vegetable platter. He wasn't very hungry and only ordered the veggie platter. Listen I know it sounds insane to just order veggies but they actually were very good seasoned well. Not many options for vegans but it is what it is. For myself I ordered the Snapper Crudo, very good & light. The bread with garlic spread was amazing and finished with the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese which had a nice truffle taste. Place was cute interior, very loud and lively. read more

Red Ash - Vegan Vegetable Platter - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

As a local dining guide, I found the food at Red Ash to be truly exquisite and the atmosphere to be equivalent to, if not better than, some of my memories dining in Manhattan. Every dish had an abundance of flavor; however, the dining experience is not ideal for a date night, as many dishes are family portioned and not suitable for couples. We dined on a Saturday night and the restaurant was very lively. Service was impeccable, with multiple bussers and food runners across the team keeping things moving with frequent checkpoints, though with how busy things were, there wasn't much time to chat with guests (which is understandable for their peak night). Forest, our waiter, touched the table at all the right times and struck a rare balance of professionalism and fun -- it was clear he had years of great experience. A special shout-out to Ivana, a food runner, who brought such kind energy to our table and took a moment to chat with us. That said, I was surprised that at no point during the evening did any manager come by our table. One area where I can see improvement is with the wood-fired aged meats. All cuts are priced by the ounce ($4.75/oz) and we were excited to try them, but the steak we originally wanted had a 40oz minimum -- far too much for most couples to consider. A 30oz cut was the smallest available, which was delicious but still not approachable for two people looking to try a variety of items on the menu. I've also heard from other guests that it's nearly impossible to get a reservation (we didn't personally face that challenge, and are thankful, but many say it's an issue). I often book day-of reservations for clients and I imagine this would pose a challenge. Combined with the portion sizes and a $350 bill for two people, I'm not sure if we'd return. Overall, Red Ash is a lively restaurant with outstanding food. I'd recommend it for groups or celebrations, but for couples, it is not ideal. read more

Can't wait to return! The main reason being: this was perhaps the best medium-rare post oak-smoked sirloin I enjoyed in my eleven years in Austin. I could only imagine how stellar their Wagyu and dry-aged options steaks are. The wedge salad was refreshing and delicious, not too heavy with all of the blue cheese I love. The garlic bread was perfect. Great friendly service. Just as pleasing is the venue itself: modern and stylish with its partially graffitied concrete wall, but not dying to be hip or making it a caricature of itself. The open kitchen and open wine room completes it. Great two-story restaurant design. I wish I'd arrived even hungrier--I would have wolfed down some of the pasta, which I've heard is wonderful. read more

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Date night at Red Ash in Austin was next level. The sous Chef, Tay, suggested the Agnolotti alla Piemontese, and it absolutely delievered.

I absolutely love this place--it's one of my favorites for a nice dinner out or to take out-of-towners to. First off, they have the best bread in town, hands down. Always order the garlic bread-- I've even ordered it togo after a meal for the next day. The beef here is another highlight. It's dry-aged and cooked to perfectly to order in their wood-fired oven, which gives it another layer of flavor. The pasta is freshly made in-house, and you can really taste the difference. Every dish is top-notch, and the flavors are always spot on. The cocktails are fantastic as well--really well-balanced and refreshing. The ambiance is perfect for a romantic evening--dimly lit, cozy, and intimate. It's the kind of place where you can really enjoy a relaxed, yet elevated dining experience. Pro tip: Make sure to lock in the steak option you want before even looking at the rest of the menu, as they often run out of certain cuts and sizes depending on the day. Great meal, great service. 5 stars! read more

Amazing food. Spectacular service. Wonderful ambience. Truly memorable evening for the 10 of us. We will return. They could not have been more accommodating. read more

We went here for our anniversary and it was everything we were told it was. I understand the month out wait for reservations. We got the fried squash blossoms and they were so delicate and creamy on the inside as well as they roasted tomatoes and burrata with a side of the Italian bread. The acidity of the tomatoes and the creaminess of the burrata were a perfect combination. For our mains we got the tagliatelle allá bolognese and it was incredibly flavorful, obviously the pasta was perfectly Al dente and the sauce had so much depth. The only thing keeping it from a 5 was our waiter, we think maybe he was sick so maybe that's why he left us for so long, but we didn't get dessert because by the time he came back to us after giving us our food it had been so much time that we needed the check and couldn't wait anymore to get home to our babysitter. read more

First time customer but heard about this place. Had a4 month reservation and was worth the wait, i kid you not. I can begin to tell you jaw well this place is. From the waiter to the dessert. Superb! Started with drinks Wood roasted tomatoes and burrata Spaghetti Blue crab pasta Apple pie and vanilla gelato Wine and orange blood margaritas Heaven. A must to go to. Bon appetite read more

Red Ash - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great service and modern ambiance. We came back for the 3rd time and showed up an hour before our reservation - They found us a table within a few minutes. Great wine selection and menu. Open kitchen shows how hard everyone works to make everything perfect. We tried the bone marrow - so rich and delicious. Everything was delicious. read more

Red Ash - Wild Red Snapper - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

One of our favorite downtown spots in Austin for a date night out. The food and atmosphere are amazing. But book a reservation well in advance as there is basically no walk ups. read more

Got to come to red ash again! Their food is truly amazing, we LOVE the blue crab pasta dish. You can't go wrong with anything though. Their bread is lethal, so so tasty. Service at first was pretty slow but the last half of our meal it was much better. I think the best service I had was from the bussers however, they were kind and attentive. Th restaurant is dark and casual but very high caliber food. read more

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This place lives up to all the hype. It is hands down the best Italian food in Austin. The service is extremely attentive, the environment is light and comfortable, and the food is beyond delicious. We began with bread and ... wow. We ordered a second helping! It's that good. The flavors burst in every bite with fresh deliciousness. You won't regret coming here. read more

Red Ash - Spaghetti alla Chitarra A.O.P. with Wood Roasted Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Went here to celebrate my birthday, and as always - was blown away by the food and service. We pulled an audible on our original dinner plans when we walked in and we're able to be seated at the bar top. It was cool getting to watch the team prep the food up close. read more

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Waited many months to come here (original reservation was before the fire). The restaurant was lovely and service was friendly and professional. Overall, everything was delicious. My husband and I split the Caesar salad. It was a large serving, more than plenty for 2 or could even serve 4 if everyone wanted just 2 or 3 leaves. The leaves are small "gem" lettuce, each leaf left whole for cutting with your knife. Each leaf is individually decorated with dressing, shaved Parmesan cheese and thin sliced croutons. Very good! Our friends ordered the squash blossoms. I had never heard of them before. I think they are the bud/plant that would turn into a squash if it were left in the ground to grow. It was coated in a batter of some kind and looked to be deep fried. It came with a marinara sauce for dipping. She said they were good but wouldn't be inclined to order again. Four of us ordered the hot crunchy country Italian bread. It is charged by the slice so you can order as much or as little as you want for the table. It was delicious! It's a very thick slice of freshly made warm bread with olive oil, garlic and some sprinkled, melted cheese. So yummy! The spaghetti is ordered with or without meatballs and you can get a small portion or large. My husband got the large with meatballs. It was delicious. Very big portion so he had enough to take home for a generous second dinner. I ordered the bolognese (large, also enough for two meals). I enjoyed it. The fresh pasta was yummy. I was a little surprised it was more of a brown gravy sort of sauce rather than a red tomato based sauce. It was still enjoyable but not exactly as I would have preferred. Our friend ordered the pasta with sausage. She felt it was too al dente, to the point of being undercooked. It wasn't enough to send it back but it did affect her full enjoyment of the meal. Overall very good! read more

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