11/30/08

Casual Elegance with a Splash of Romance

by tjreviews

Great food. It is not only delicious, but also artistic. As they don't take reservations, there can be a long wait on the weekend for tables. So, the last couple of times we ate there we sat at the bar. The bartenders are great and know their distinct wine list. The cheese platter has an incredible selection of cheeses, with candied nuts and paper thin sliced fruits. It was so well presented, it was a shame to eat it. (But we did and loved it.) The Pasta is done perfectly and don't forget to leave room for dessert. For the quality of food and experience, it is a place that you can feel comfortable in jeans and for what you get, the prices are very reasonable.

• Pros: Ambience, Presentation, Upscale, Romantic, Reasonable Prices.
• Cons: Parking is not easy, but we always enjoy the walk down South Congress

08/17/08

Good Food, Poor Service

by jeteye

My wife and I supped here a few months ago as a friend gave us a coupon. My wife is Italian, and to our dismay, whenever we eat out at an Italian restaurant, we usually find that her cooking is better.

Luckily, we actually found an Italian Restaurant that is at least worth the trip out. They really could improve on their service and personality, but at least the food was good. Prices were reasonable, but not cheap. A good place to go to for a special dinner.

• Pros: Faily good Itanian food, and other treats
• Cons: Poor service

08/11/08

just as good as vespaio

by veggielaura

this place is just as good as vespaio. great place to lunch or brunch. and their coffee is good, too. i stop by when i'm in the hood for a latte.

05/30/08

YUCK!

by sunfishlakeway

Today 5/30/08 I joined a few (3) friends for lunch to celebrate a birthday. After being served a greasy lunch, we requested 4 small plates to share a small cake between ourselves. To our dismay we were told we could not discreetly share the cake. HOWEVER, WE COULD SHARE THE CAKE IF WE AGREED TO PAYED NEARLY $2 PER PERSON. I'm appalled because we did not ask for a free lunch, a mariachi routine, or dancing on the table to announce my friends birthday.

I HAVE NO PLANS TO RETURN, BUT SHOULD YOU DECIDE TO EAT THERE I WOULD ENCOURAGE YOU TO LOOK AGAIN AT HOW GREASY THE FOOD REALLY IS BEFORE YOU EAT IT.

UNHAPPY NATIVE AUSTINITE!

• Pros: Didn't see any.
• Cons: Lacks common courtesy. Greasy food!

Local fave Vespaio opens the doors on a simpler cafe cousin right next door.

by Joshua Hinsdale

In Short
With mellow ochre walls, small tables covered with Provencal linens and a deli case beckoning with exotic antipasti, cheeses and house-made charcuterie, the casual Enoteca Vespaio feels like a sophisticated European cafe. Duck ballantine, a course paté made in-house, pairs nicely with crusty bread and cornichons. Pappardelle are also made in-house and hand-cut, and a Bolognese sauce of ground veal, pork and beef in tomato sauce complements the rustic noodles perfectly.

04/20/08

Best italian food anywhere in Texas

by dlsomers

Vespaio is as close to a perfect restaurant as it comes. The food is spectacular, the best you will have in Texas. It is very affordable. The atmosphere is great, as well as the service. The only drawback is that the dining room is a little small, and can be a little noisy.

• Pros: Food, service, price
• Cons: None

03/11/08

Great bar, awesome patio, amazing service & incredible food

by hhatley

I love love love Enoteca. It should be noted that the phone number is 441-7672. The suppli is wonderful & the specials are always amazing. Service is top notch too! It's a great place to go for coffee in the morning, then a casual lunch & then back again for a romantic dinner. Brunch is awesome too! You can eat there every day & have something different.

01/20/08

No Matter What Meal, ABSOLUTELY GREAT

by murredith

Enoteca is not only a great place to go to for lunch or dinner, but their Sunday brunch is outstanding week after week. The inside of the restaurant is very similar to a cafe you would find in Italy: small intimate tables filled with great quality food. I would highly recommend this restaurant and also the neighboring one, Vespaio (they share a kitchen). It is definitely worth eating at for any out of town visitor.

12/19/07

Love it!

by tinberry

The perfect place for whatever mood you are in... Sitting at the bar is wonderful. You can do takeout too if you don't fancy waiting. My favorite place in austin. :)

08/23/07

Doesn't get much better!

by karays

This is my favorite restaurant in town (well equal to the higher priced big brother next door, Vespaio). Everything is delicious. The pasta, the pizzas, the salads...don't get me started on the french fries. It's a little cramped in there but definitely worth it!

• Pros: everything!
• Cons: little cramped