(512) 542 9542
TRIO
98 San Jacinto Blvd. (512) 685 8300 This sleek space with a lovely trellised patio overlooks Lady Bird Lake from its perch in the Four Seasons Hotel. UNCORKED TASTING ROOM AND WINE BAR
900 E. 7th St. (512) 524 2809
Build your own wine flights or choose from the carefully edited list from around the world. VINO VINO
4119 Guadalupe St. (512) 465 9282 In addition to a full menu of small and large plates, Vino Vino lives up to its name with a great wine list and wonderful cocktails. WINK
1014 N. Lamar Bvd. (512) 482 8868 The food is fantastic, and portions are meant for tasting, not gobbling. Fresh, local ingredients abound.
French BAGUETTE ET CHOCOLAT
12101 Bee Cave Rd. (512) 263 8388 Authentic French bakery and fine pastry in Austin! Delicious Nutella Crepes and Croissants. BLUE DAHLIA BISTRO
1115 E. 11th St.
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A cozy, French-inspired bistro serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner. CHEZ NOUS
510 Neches St. (512) 473 2413 Favorites include veal sweetbreads and salad Lyonnaise. Start with an assiette de charcuterie. HENRI’S CHEESE & WINE
2026 S. Lamar Blvd. (512) 442 3373 Part charcuterie, cheese and wine shop, Henri’s offers a cozy space to explore new wines or take a bottle home. JUSTINE’S BRASSERIE
4710 E. 5th St. (512) 385 2900
With its French bistro fare, impressive cocktails and charming décor, Justine’s has Austin looking east. Expect a crowd, even late at night. LENOIR
1807 S. 1st St. (512) 215 9778 French fare with a global outlook, drawing from the cuisines of India, North Africa and more. PÉCHÉ
208 W. 4th St. (512) 492 9669 Enjoy prohibition-style cocktails at Austin’s first absinthe bar, alongside standout dishes of smoked duck salad and citrus-dusted salmon.
Italian 360 UNO TRATTORIA & WINE BAR
3801 N. Capital of TX. Hwy. (512) 327 4448
Great espresso bar and a mostly Italian wine list complete with an outdoor patio for sipping. ASTI TRATTORIA
408 E. 43rd St. (512) 451 1218
The chic, little Hyde Park trattoria offers delicious Italian cuisine, like saffron risotto with seafood. THE BACKSPACE
507 San Jacinto Blvd. (512) 474 9899 Exquisite pizzas hot out of the wood-fired brick oven straight from Naples and classic antipasti. BOTTICELLI’S
1321 S. Congress Ave. (512) 916 1315 An inviting trattoria with warm Tuscan colors. Small bar up front and cozy booths in back. EAST SIDE PIES
1401 Rosewood Ave. (512) 524 0933 Specialty pies with delicious flavors, from gorgonzola and roasted onions to the infamous Guiche, with goat cheese and spinach. ENOTECA
1610 S. Congress Ave. (512) 441 7672 Superb bistro menu with panini, salad, pasta and pizza and handmade pastries.
THE GROVE WINE BAR
OLIVE & JUNE
Lively, popular Westlake wine bar and Italian restaurant. The wine list boasts more than 250 wines by the bottle.
South Italian cuisine, inspired by Chef Shawn Cirkiel’s family recipes
6317 Bee Cave Rd. (512) 327 8822
GUSTO ITALIAN KITCHEN & WINE BAR
4800 Burnet Rd. (512) 458 1100
Hearty Italian fare with big, bold flavor. HOUSE PIZZERIA
5111 Airport Blvd. (512) 600 4999
This Airport Boulevard eatery is a destination for innovative, wood-fired pizzas. LA TRAVIATA
314 Congress Ave. (512) 479 8131 A long-loved Austin spot for its fine Italian fare. Perfect spaghetti carbonara. MANDOLA’S ITALIAN MARKET
4700 W. Guadalupe St. (512) 419 9700 Casual Italian fare and a well-stocked gourmet grocery, alongside a deli, bakery and espresso and gelato bar. NORTH
11506 Century Oaks Ter., Ste. 124 (512) 339 4440 Guests enjoy modern Italian cuisine in a sleek interior at this Domain standout.
3411 Glenview Ave. (512) 467 9898
QUATTRO GATTI RISTORANTE
908 Congress Ave. (512) 476 3131 An array of mouthwatering Italian dishes, from four-cheese pizza to oven roasted rack of lamb. SIENA RISTORANTE TOSCANA
6203 Capital of Tx. Hwy. (512) 349 7667
Creative cocktails (don’t miss the Whiskey Jacket), full wine list, delicious Italian fare. A Westlake favorite. VESPAIO
1610 S. Congress Ave. (512) 441 6100 Daily rotating menus offer the best of the season and the freshest from Vespaio’s bountiful garden and local markets. A long-time Austin favorite. VIA 313 PIZZA
1111-B E. 6th St. (512) 939 1927
Set in a Tuscan-style villa, Siena captures the essence of its namesake region.
Deep-dish, Chicago-style pizza—perfect for a late night out.
SPARTAN PIZZA
1315 W. 6th St. (512) 582 1027
1104 E. 6th St. (512) 484 0798
For thin-crust, New Yorkstyle aficionados, Spartan is your East Austin go-to. TAVERNA
258 W. 2nd St. (512) 477 1001 Taverna’s menu boasts sophisticated salads, pastas, pizzas and trademark risottos. TRATTORIA LISINA
13308 FM 150 W. Driftwood, TX. (512) 894 3111
Nestled in the Mandola Estate Winery in Driftwood. Expect hearty portions of rustic Italian food. TRENTO
3600 N. Capital of Texas Hwy (512) 328 7555
WINFLO OSTERIA
Classic Italian fare made simply and with locally sourced ingredients.
Latin America AZUL TEQUILA
4211 S. Lamar Blvd. (512) 416 9667 An exquisite variety of South Central Mexican fare, including the famous Chile Rellano en Crema. BUENOS AIRES CAFÉ
1201 E. 6th St. (512) 382 1189 13500 Galleria Cir. Ste. 120 (512) 441 9000 Argentinean specialties like meat sandwiches on baguettes, empanadas and tasty pastries.