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Il Brutto, Austin, TX

Il Brutto

4.5 (1686)
$31 to $50
Italian
1601 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Il Brutto is a neighborhood Italian restaurant located in East Austin with an emphasis on classic, multi-regional Italian dishes. The menu features fresh antipasti, daily home-made pastas, and pizzas baked in the restaurant’s Neapolitan wood-burning oven, in addition to house-made gelati, sorbets & desserts. The beverage program highlights an extensive selection of Italian wines from an on-site cellar, as well as local beers and handcrafted cocktails.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Erind Halilaj
  • Private party facilities
    A neighborhood Italian restaurant in East Austin, Il Brutto is the perfetto spot to break bread with friends & family. We offer multiple options for small and large parties, including our private dining room, cozy bar, and oak-shaded patio.
  • Private party contact
    Madison Greenberg: (512) 580-8779
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    East Austin
  • Cross street
    6th and Comal
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Entertainment
    Live jazz every Thursday from 7 pm to 9 pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

What 1,686 people are saying

Il Brutto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Brutto offers an "incredible dining experience" with "authentic Italian cuisine" and a "cool vibe." Guests rave about the "delicious food," including standout dishes like the Lasagna Bolognese and lamb ragu. The service is often "exceptional," with friendly and knowledgeable staff. The beautiful outdoor patio provides a "magical" atmosphere, enhancing the overall experience.

1,686 Reviews
  1. Kaitlyn

    Austin7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The atmosphere is cool. They have a nice patio. The lamb ragú was a 7/10. My mom got the gnocchi which had no flavor- 5/10. They did replace it though with the agnolotti, which I appreciated. 7/10. The pasta portions didn’t really fill me up tbh. The server was not very warm or friendly, but service was fairly quick. I would go back if someone else is paying lol.

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  2. Will

    Atlanta7 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We had a reservation and were seated promptly - that's where the positives began and ended. Took 15 min for someone to acknowledge we were at the table and another 5 before any wter was even offered/brought. The water glasses were small and when we asked to leave the bottle of water at the table we were told they couldn't do that - really???? Our waiter was absolutely clueless. When asked any questions all he could say was "I think so..." We ordered drinks (alcohol), and two appetizers to start. The drinks were the most watered down I have ever experienced in my life. The appetizers were avg at best. When the main course arrived they were the smallest portions and I thought maybe they were kid sized. The Cacio e Pepe was over cooked, the lasagna was also over cooked, and my wife's lamb ragu was not hot, but more tepid in temperature. Again, throughout the meal the waiter was non existent. I seriously question the legitimacy of the reviews. This was the worst meal/experience I've had for as long as I can remember. Needless to say we will not be returning.

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  3. Pat VIP

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot to hang on the patio, solid food, burrata very good.

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  4. Andrea

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful space with excellent service, great drinks, and a small but delicious menu. Everyone at the table enjoyed their meal, but the pizza and the lasagna were favorite entrees, while the prosciutto was the most popular appetizer, followed closely by the heirloom tomatoes with burrata and the burrata crostini (don't fear the anchovies — they were quite mild and added non-fishy flavor). Dark chocolate gelato was the big dessert hit. My only knock is how loud it is inside. I could barely hear the folks directly across from me, and we are a family known for louder voices. Some sound-absorbing features would help facilitate conversations over what is an excellent meal!

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  5. Maria

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious!! Party of 6 and we all LOVED what the other ordered. Every dish was absolutely delicious. Desserts were alright. Would 100% recommend for dinner.

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  6. Chad

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The customer service was excellent! The hostesses were friendly and helpful when I had to change the number of people in my party last minute. Nina was an amazing server. She was attentive and helpful. All the food was incredible. The beef carpaccio appetizer and gnocchi main course were delicious. The pistachio nest dessert was delightful. I will be going back to try everything else!

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  7. Kylie

    Atlanta1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love this place. The food hits every time and all of the staff are super knowledgeable about all things food/drinks, specifically wine. The ambiance is incredible as well. We always get a patio table and never leave feeling disappointed.

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  8. Ladan VIP

    Austin13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wonderful Friend and I had an amazing time at Il Bruto as always! Delicious food, wonderful atmosphere and just Outstanding service!! Shout out to Chat for making our evening even more special! If I could give 10 star I would…

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  9. Ryan VIP

    Austin8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Il Brutto never ceases to amaze! Their staff is so welcoming as soon as we walk in and work to accommodate as quickly and efficiently as possible. It had just finished raining and the Il Brutto team had all hands on deck to make sure we were comfortable for our outdoor seating. Our server Nina was so knowledgeable and had a great memory for all of our orders, very impressive! The jazz band on Thursdays is a fun, festive addition to the delicious food and drinks - I highly recommend the 50/50. Allie, Juan, and Liz behind the bar know how to make a great cocktail! Can't wait to enjoy the patio whenever it finally stops raining in Austin!

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  10. Cherri

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! Outside dining was wonderful with the ambience of Austin all around us. Very positive dining experience!!

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FAQs

Il Brutto offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 580-8779.

Il Brutto is rated 4.5 stars by 1686 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Il Brutto

1601 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

  • Cross street
    6th and Comal
  • Neighborhood
    East Austin
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Erind Halilaj
  • Entertainment
    Live jazz every Thursday from 7 pm to 9 pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    A neighborhood Italian restaurant in East Austin, Il Brutto is the perfetto spot to break bread with friends & family. We offer multiple options for small and large parties, including our private dining room, cozy bar, and oak-shaded patio.
  • Private party contact
    Madison Greenberg: (512) 580-8779
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