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Il Brutto, Austin, TX

Il Brutto

4.5 (1708)
$31 to $50
Italian
1601 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
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
    (512) 580-8779
  • Website
    http://www.ilbruttoaustin.com/
  • 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
  • Location
    1601 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701
  • 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

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Experiences

  • Happy Hour - 50% off alcohol / $15 Pizza + Pasta

    Jun 30, 2025 - Jul 31, 2025
    Sunday - Thursday 5-7pm Friday - Saturday 4-6pm Enjoy 50% off all cocktails, wine and beer! Extra discounts on Pizza + Pasta when you dine at our bar. Saluti!
    Happy Hour - 50% off alcohol / $15 Pizza + Pasta Photo

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Menu

Il Brutto's menu was last updated on 6/20/2025.

Antipasti

  • Burrata Crostini$16.00

    creamy burrata, sciacca anchovies, pink peppercorn, dill

    • Formaggi$24.00

      blu di capra, pecorino di fossa 10M, roccolo valtaleggio 6M, caprino

      • Prosciutto di Parma 24 Dop$22.00

        buffalo mozzarella, basil pesto

        • Marinated Olives$9.00

          castelvetrano, cerignola, taggiasche

          • Hawaiian Kanpachi Crudo$21.00

            passion fruit, mango, orange, Calabrian chili, marjoram

            • Cozze$24.00

              pei mussels, shallots, garlic, pinot grigio, parsley, charred bread

              • Tenderloin Carpaccio$20.00

                figs, avocado mousse, frisée, parmigiano

                • Frisee and Pear Salad$16.00

                  watermelon radish, fennel, olives, orange

                  • Roasted Beets$18.00

                    radicchio, goat cheese, dill, hazelnuts, golden raisins, lemon

                    • Heirloom Tomatoes$19.00

                      burrata, basil pesto, pine nuts, basil

                      • Broccolini$12.00

                        sweet potato, calabrian chiles, sesame

                        • Calabrian Salami$12.00

                          • Razor Clams$24.00

                            parsley, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, cherry tomatoes

                            Pizze

                            • Burrata$27.00

                              san marzano, evan's sausage, parmigiano, n’duja, basil

                              • 4 Cheese$25.00

                                gorgonzola, taleggio, parmigiano, basil

                                • Funghi$25.00

                                  taleggio, fior di latte, shiitake, thyme

                                  • Margherita$22.00

                                    san marzano, fior di latte, basil // add salami $5

                                    • Potato + Leeks$23.00

                                      baked potato, roasted leeks, sausage, pecornio, calabrian chile

                                      • Zucca$23.00

                                        butternut squash, tuscan kale, goat cheese, chili flakes

                                        • Vegan$22.00

                                          san marzano, taggiasche, roasted red pepper, shiitake, basil, evoo

                                          Pasta

                                          • Cacio e Pepe$22.00

                                            tonnarelli, pecorino romano 14M, black pepper

                                            • Bottarga + Sea Urchin$28.00

                                              squid ink ciriole, sardinian bottarga, santa barbara sea urchin, parsley // add extra sea urchin $10

                                              • Lamb Ragu$25.00

                                                pappardelle, sangiovese, gremolada, rosemary

                                                • Amatriciana$25.00

                                                  potato gnocchi, san marzano, garlic, guanciale, pecorino di fossa 10M

                                                  • Smoked Kale + Ricotta$26.00

                                                    agnolotti, butter, pistachio

                                                    • Gluten-Free Tagliolini #1$22.00

                                                      cacio e pepe

                                                      • Gluten-Free Tagliolini #2$26.00

                                                        lamb ragù

                                                        Mains

                                                        • Halibut$36.00

                                                          confit cherry tomatoes, zucchini, summer broth

                                                          • Wild Swordfish$38.00

                                                            arugula cocktail, burrata water, ash crumble, fermented raspberries

                                                            • 20 Oz Texas Ribeye$64.00

                                                              confit oyster mushrooms, juniper, mint

                                                              • Lamb Scottadito$42.00

                                                                fried artichokes, yogurt, crispy kataifi, dill

                                                                • Grilled Patagonia Prawns$29.00

                                                                  bell pepper gazpacho, calabrian chile, garlic, watercress

                                                                  Dolce

                                                                  • Ricotta Semifreddo$12.00

                                                                    kiwi, pickled strawberry, tomato water, tarragon

                                                                    • Tiramisù$12.00

                                                                      mascarpone, marsala mousse, espresso, lady fingers, cinnamon chocolate streusel

                                                                      • House-Made Gelato #1$6.00

                                                                        pecorino, dark chocolate

                                                                        • House-Made Gelato #2$7.00

                                                                          pistachio

                                                                          • House-Made Sorbetto$7.00

                                                                            apricot + vermouth raisins

                                                                            • House-made Sorbetto$6.00

                                                                              Blackberry + ginger

                                                                              • House-Made Sorbetto$6.00

                                                                                mango + fennel pollen

                                                                                • Affogato$10.00

                                                                                  with espresso

                                                                                  • Affogato$14.00

                                                                                    with amaro

                                                                                    For Kids

                                                                                    • Pasta Al Pomodoro$7.00

                                                                                      pasta with tomato sauce

                                                                                      • Pasta al Burro e Parmigiano$7.00

                                                                                        pasta with butter & parmigiano reggiano

                                                                                        • Mini Pizza$10.00

                                                                                          tomato sauce, mozzarella

                                                                                          • Grilled Chicken Tenders$9.00

                                                                                            rosemary & olive oil

                                                                                            Beverages

                                                                                            • Richard's Rainwater, TX$2.00

                                                                                              • Ginger Bitter Soda, Baladin, IT$6.00

                                                                                                • Coca Cola, USA$3.00

                                                                                                  • Diet Coke, USA$3.00

                                                                                                    • Iced Tea, Tea Embassy, ATX$3.00

                                                                                                      • Espresso, Greater Goods, ATX$5.00

                                                                                                        Last updated: June 20, 2025

                                                                                                        What 1,708 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

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                                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                        Il Brutto offers a delightful Italian dining experience in Austin with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Guests praise the "beautiful patio" and "fun atmosphere," while standout dishes include the lamb ragu and gluten-free pasta. Although some find portions small, the "impeccable" vibe and "friendly staff" make it a must-visit.
                                                                                                        1,708 Reviews

                                                                                                        1. Georgia

                                                                                                          Austin1 review

                                                                                                          4.0

                                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                          We loved it!! The food was absolutely incredible and they took great care of us for our anniversary. It was a little cramped at the bench, I wish they’d maybe take one table out of the row, I could hear every word the people next to us said and vise versa which can feel a little awkward. Overall we loved it and we’ll be back at a high top table instead!!!

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                                                                                                        2. Tanzil VIP

                                                                                                          Washington, D.C. Area14 reviews

                                                                                                          2.0

                                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 2
                                                                                                          2. Food 1
                                                                                                          3. Service 1
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                          I had high hopes for this restaurant, but overall, the experience was underwhelming. The food was just okay, the pasta was overly thick, and the pizza was quite runny. I’ve had much better versions of both dishes elsewhere. The service wasn’t terrible, but it felt off. Both of these areas impacted the experience. Also, despite having a reservation for five people, we were seated at a very cramped table that didn’t feel appropriate for our group size. I wanted to like this place, but unfortunately, it missed the mark for me.

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                                                                                                        3. Joowon

                                                                                                          Dallas - Fort Worth1 review

                                                                                                          1.0

                                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 1
                                                                                                          2. Food 1
                                                                                                          3. Service 1
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Portions were very small and their homemade gelato was very salty (both pistachio and dark chocolate). Food was mediocre at best. There are many other restaurants that serves better service and better tasting foods. Ambience was great but I would not visit again. Very disappointed and don’t understand why this place has such a high rating.

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                                                                                                        4. Ron

                                                                                                          Austin13 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Excellent staff, and even better food! Atmosphere was super!

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                                                                                                        5. Olivia

                                                                                                          Greater Boston4 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined on June 24, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Great happy hour and service! Cora was wonderful. Loved the “tiny tinis” menu and thought it was a perfect summer menu

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                                                                                                        6. Ron

                                                                                                          Austin14 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined on June 21, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Il Brutto is a fantastic place with a super vibe and great ambiance. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The food was absolutely delicious. Will be going back often!

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                                                                                                        7. Nancy

                                                                                                          Austin1 review

                                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                                          Dined on June 20, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                                          2. Food 3
                                                                                                          3. Service 3
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                          The place itself was nice, our server was kind. However the drinks and food was okay, the portions are small for what you pay for. Overall , a nice experience but probably won't come back.

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                                                                                                        8. Lauren

                                                                                                          Unspecified1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined on June 11, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Cora was a great server. Educated on the menu and pleasant. Really enjoyed the food and she made the experience great. Thank you.

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                                                                                                        9. Jason

                                                                                                          Memphis / West Tennessee2 reviews

                                                                                                          3.0

                                                                                                          Dined on June 7, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 3
                                                                                                          2. Food 2
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                          We recently dined at this Italian restaurant and, unfortunately, were left underwhelmed. We ordered the heirloom tomatoes, roasted beets, fig and burrata pizza, and the cacio e pepe. While the presentation was appealing, the dishes lacked depth and flavor. For the price point, we expected much more in terms of taste and overall quality. On a positive note, the service was excellent—attentive, friendly, and professional throughout the meal. However, good service alone couldn’t make up for the disappointing food experience. Given the lackluster flavors and the cost-to-value ratio, we won’t be returning.

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                                                                                                        10. Elizabeth

                                                                                                          Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          Dined on June 6, 2025

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Amazing food, not too busy, service was slow but still enjoyed the outdoor seating. Food is always amazing.

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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 1708 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 35 times today
                                                                                                        Experiences are available.
                                                                                                        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
                                                                                                        • Website
                                                                                                          http://www.ilbruttoaustin.com/
                                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                                          (512) 580-8779
                                                                                                        • 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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