1. Cafe Malta
8.3
3421 W William Cannon Dr, Austin, TX
Mediterranean Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews
Theda Sandiford: Try the Gnocci Gorgonzola - Buttery soft, melt in your mouth gnocci with gooey gorgonzola makes this the Italian equivalent of mac-n-cheese
Jay De Leo: The gnocchi appetizer is fabulous. Portions are on the small side, price is on the high side.
Tara Connolly: The perfect decadent meal; Gorgonzola gnocchi, grilled greens salad, cacciuco and flourless chocolate cake along with a bottle of Tempranillo.
3. Juniper
8.7
2400 E Cesar Chavez St Ste 304 (Clara St.), Austin, TX
Italian Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews
David DeParolesa: Rye gnocchi, oxtail pappardelle, and tater tots are stars. Wagyu surprisingly not.
Andrew Der: The rye gnocchi was really tasty! I was disappointed in the wagyu - it wasn't as tender as I expected it to be. The wine (see pic for brand/type) was also very delicious. Potato puffs were also good!
Evan Chen: The service here was excellent! You could get a small or regular portion of the meal. I really enjoyed my Oxtail Pappardelle. Oh, and do you know the pasta is homemade?!
Jordan Langdon: Some of the best Italian in town. Try the Gnocchi alla Bava or the Carbonara.
Giselly Nunes: Great dining experience. The gnocchi was delicious. Good wine selection. I will definitely come back.
CentralTexas RoadRelics: Wow, totally awesome restaurant, super excellent food, must try! Recommend it.
Samantha Smith: The gnocchi with Alfredo sauce is to die for- as is their Nutella gelato!
Vinn Nah: Bread, gnocchi, whole menu rocks! And great Italian cream cake too!
Maggie C Perkins: They do what they do well-- I love their take on arugula-Parmesan-Proscuitto pizza, and I'm especially fond of the market offerings, including imported canned goods and artisan dried pastas.
Monica Desai: Popovers + gnocchi + mushroom creme brûlée - inventive and delicious
Noah Weiss: Delicious New American: get the popovers, bavette steak, and Parisian gnocchi for a delicious dinner for two.
Brook Shelley: The entire menu changes pretty often (usually seasonally) but everything on it is always amazing. A few vegetarian options and a choice of proteins, plus a lot of gluten-free choices make this great
8. drink.well.
8.6
207 E 53rd St (at Avenue G), Austin, TX
Cocktail Bar · North Loop · 56 tips and reviews
Kaustubh Thirumalai: For a summer cocktail, go with the Darjeeling Limited. Creamy deliciousness! And vegetarians, the cauliflower gnocchi is great!
Rachel Lasseter: Amazing cocktails. Try the Vieux Carre or The Right Hand. Bar food is a cut above. Very busy on Fridays and weekends. Can be standing room only.
Thrillist: If everyone is ordering "The Communist," this place may be responsible for the next Red Scare. It's a tasty mix of gin, orange, lemon and cherry brandy. Read more.
9. Lenoir
8.6
1807 S 1st St, Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 39 tips and reviews
Ranu Rajkarnikar: Amazing dinner spot. Love the flexible prixe fixe and cozy interior. Friendly service and great wine list. Don't miss the crudo, dessert with cake and camembert or the spiced gnocchi. #idreamofcrudo
B W: Tasting menu is unique and always changes. Cool vibe. Check out the wine garden for happy hour.
Boris Jones: Intimate, rustic spot with a chill vibe. The menu is top notch, seasonal and locally sourced. Check it here: http://supper.mx/places/lenoir-austin/
10. Botticelli's
8.2
1321 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Italian Restaurant · 29 tips and reviews
Hannah Allen: Hilary was outstanding. Impecable service. Cute and quaint... cherry and venison bolognase with sweet potato gnocchi was fantastic!
Kyrie Nobles: This place is amazing! Love the little beer garden in the back with live music! The food and the drinks were very very good! Highly recommend this place!
Jeff Goke: Definitey try the Botticelli bread. Live music in the back, great food in the front.
14. Eden East
8.4
755 Springdale Rd (Gonzales St.), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews
Karlie Applegate: One of the most relaxed, yet technically perfect dinners I've ever eaten.
Nom Nom PR: Sonya Cote's signature farm-to-table restaurant situated on the beautiful grounds of Springdale Farm in East Austin that offers a locally-sourced prix fixe dinner menu every Friday and Saturday.
Austin Chronicle: Eden East's dining room is a grouping of communal wooden tables under the stars at Springdale Farm. The combination of literally farm-fresh foods with inspired chefs in a peaceful setting is magical. Read more.
15. Parkside
8.0
301 E 6th St (at San Jacinto Blvd), Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 155 tips and reviews
Cassandra: Raw Bar Bass is delish. Mac is good, and gnocchi is muy bueno.
Nirmal Deshpande: While I am sure the entrees are great their small plates are spectacular. I thoroughly enjoyed my roasted cauliflower with citrus glaze and spicy chicken meatballs. Makes for a great bar meal.
Cheapism: Stop by this 6th street institution on Wednesdays for 1/2 price Oysters and Champagne. Great atmosphere for friends or an intimate dinner.