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L'Oca d'Oro, Austin, TX

L'Oca d'Oro

4.4
4.4
1400 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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L’Oca d’Oro (The Golden Goose), Mueller's progressive neighborhood Italian restaurant prizes seasonal fare, community & sustainability. All of our dishes are prepared with locally grown produce & meats—a reflection of a farm-to-table philosophy that extends to our handmade pastas, cheeses, salumis, breads, vinegars & liqueurs.

We accept reservations three months to the calendar day & always keep some tables available for walk-ins for up to 4 guests. As a neighborhood restaurant, we know you don't always want to plan ahead! In keeping with this ethos, our limited bar seating is always first come first serve. If you'd like to make a reservation & cannot find one online, please give us a call at the restaurant!

We care for our team members as family, and pay ONE FAIR WAGE in the belief that lovingly prepared food & thoughtful service are best nurtured by ensuring we meet the basic needs of our staff. L'Oca d'Oro includes a 20% service charge on all checks.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Vegetarian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (737) 212-1876
  • Website
    http://www.locadoroaustin.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Fiore Tedesco
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your next gathering! At L’Oca d’Oro, we are able to individually tailor private events to your needs with the capacity to host either intimate or larger gatherings, with an ever-changing seasonal menu that highlights the best of what Central Texas offers. For parties of 8 or more please email events@locadoroaustin.com.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator : (727) 212-1876
  • Location
    1900 Simond Ave, Ste 100, Austin, TX 78723
  • Neighborhood
    North Central
  • Cross street
    Aldrich St.
  • Parking details
    There is entrance to a lot for the building on McBee St and a second lot on McBee behind the Thinkery. Free parking is available in the lot directly across the street from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Feast of the Seven Fishes 2023

    $100.00 per person

    Dec 23 - Dec 24, 2023
    Feast with us on Christmas Eve Eve and Christmas Eve! The traditional Italian way! Enjoy a family style menu incorporating at least seven fish and seafood options. Fun for the whole family! Adults: $100 per person Children (10 and under): $35 per person

  • Feast of the Seven Fishes 2023

    $100.00 per person

    Dec 23, 2023 only
    Feast with us on Christmas Eve Eve and Christmas Eve! The traditional Italian way! Enjoy a family style menu incorporating at least seven fish and seafood options. Fun for the whole family! Adults: $100 per person Children (10 and under): $35 per person.

  • NYE @ L'Oca d'Oro

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2023 only
    Ring in the new year with your friends at L'Oca d'Oro! Start 2024 off in style, like the the wealthy Sicilian vacationers from White Lotus! Menu TBD.

What 1,400 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

1,400 Reviews

  1. UsualSuspect

    Detroit

    81 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    81 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed a very nice meal with some good wine recommendations. I also appreciated that it wasn't a wine list that was simply flooded with California wines. I believe all of the reds by the glass were Italian. We started with the Fresh Mozzarella and Charred Broccolini and I had the Malfadine with my guest the Lasagna di Rotolo. I felt like I could have used a slightly larger portion of the Malfadine, but it certainly wasn't unsatisfying. I think I just enjoyed it to the point that I would have liked a little more, lol. We wrapped-up with the Pistachio Cream Cannoli that had a very nicely balanced flavor. While I don't recall our server's name, he did a fine job, was very informative about all the dishes, and was quite attentive. L'Oca d"Oro is also located in a nice area among multiple other venues adjacent to a park that I expect is quite lively in warmer weather.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded today

    This is all so good to hear. We take great pride in our Old World wine list, focusing on Italy, Greece and the Mediterranean islands. There should always be some interesting varietals for you to discover. Look forward to having you back to see what new items are on the menu and what new bottles are on the wine lists. Take care and thank you for reviewing, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I forget about this place, but it is really excellent. The drinks, with house made ingredients that make them much better than the norm, are fantastic. My pasta was fresh and cooked perfectly. Really enjoyed it!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded today

    So glad to hear this. Hopefully you won't forget how much you enjoyed it next time and we'll see you again soon. The drinks change just as frequently as the menu so there should be something new for you to try. Thank you and take care, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was really great! Perfect mix of fancy and casual and quiet and lively.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded today

    So glad we provided the right balance for you! Thanks for coming in and taking a moment to review. We look forward to having you back in soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  4. DelosW

    Los Angeles

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. Outstanding service. Food is really well prepared. Just a very enjoyable experience

    L'Oca d'OroResponded 7 days ago

    Thanks so much for leaving a review that hits on the whole experience. We appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed and look forward to having you back in. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  5. SKSloan

    Austin

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! We love the ambiance and the service.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded 7 days ago

    So glad to hear that. Thanks for coming in and taking a moment to review. We appreciate it and look forward to having you back in soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been coming here for years and last night was…off. Service was lacking and the food was over salted.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 27, 2023

    Thank you for your continued support. I'm sorry that your last visit was not a good one. I'm going to look in to why service in particular was not what you'd expect but, if you'd like to provide some more specifics about where or when you ate, I should be able to figure out what happened. We take feedback seriously at L'Oca d'Oro and appreciate you taking the time to review. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Not a good experience here. Food was not good and size was very small, noisy restaurant. 20% tip included. Will not return here

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 27, 2023

    Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback here. I'm so sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy your evening and I'd love to hear more so we could determine why we weren't able to get something in front of you that you liked. We're always able to remake or replace dish that isn't to your liking. As to the service charge, if you have further questions about why that's included and how we pay our staff, I'm happy to explain why we do thing the way we do. We appreciate you coming in and would love the opportunity to have you back in, maybe during Happy Hour next time. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was honestly very good (if a tad salty). Noise level inside was deafening. Recommend being seated outside.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 20, 2023

    Thanks so much for coming in and taking the time to comment. I'm glad you enjoyed your dinner but sorry that the atmosphere wasn't just right. Luckily, we're in the brief period in Austin where it's pleasant outside for dinner or it's often quieter on the bar side. Let us know, next time, where you'd like to be and we'll make it happen. Look forward to having you back in. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  9. Krupa

    Austin

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    That focaccia. O. M. G. I want to put a birthday candle in it, it’s that good.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 20, 2023

    Excellent. Nothing's stopping you from putting a candle in whatever you want! We're here for it. Look forward to having you back in and thank you for taking the time to review. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I recently dined at Loca Doro, excited by its high ranking in Austin. The highlight of our meal was the focaccia and the cocktails. The foccacia was served chilled for some reason and it tasted great but warm bread is also better. Couldn’t help but feel it had been sitting in a refrigerator so sometime. The cioppino was bland for a seafood dish. Normally, when I get a cioppino I’m usually asking for more bread to soak up the broth, but this one just lacked depth. The vegan pasta was actually a huge miss for us, not even remotely good my girlfriend had 2 bites of and was done. The cresti de gallo was also forgettable. It seems they’re going for some kind of Asian inspired pasta but it just didn’t work. wish I ordered something more sauce forward. The confit potatoes those were just okay. Really overall disappointed with this resturaunt. It was number 1 on Austin American statemens best restaurants in Austin list so we were really excited. The good news is I don’t feel like I wasted money because I had a gift card. Which means I get to go back and and try it again. We were so excited to finally try this place and just really confused how not a single dish left us excited. But we are reasonable people and we will be back to give another shot. They were nice enough to comp the cresti since I didn’t like it.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 13, 2023

    Thanks for this feedback. We appreciate it and always go over these notes with staff. I'm glad we were able to take that pasta off your check but I would have rather we found more items that you liked! We will make sure to have better conversations about what you're looking for next time to get you to the right pasta. And, if we need to taste through every pasta on the menu, we'll do it! I'm glad you're a reasonable person and think we deserve another look. The review in the Statesman and the reputation are not by accident and I'd be surprised if we disappointed you again. Please let me know when and where you dined so I can figure out more of why we weren't able to get you more things that you liked. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  11. TaylorP

    Nashville

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary. Unfortunately, our server gave me a hard time about asking for water a second time. She forgot when I asked her the first time. So upon my second ask she got an attitude and said something about the "magic word". Pretty much ignored me and only spoke to my wife the rest of the night. She put a damper on my mood and kind of ruined my night. So I won't return to this place.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 13, 2023

    Taylor, Thanks for letting me know about this interaction. I'd love to know when and where you ate, anything more specific, so we can determine what happened here. It sounds like you really enjoyed the meal so I hope you'll give us another try and we'll make sure to have addressed this feedback. Happy Anniversary and thank you for choosing to celebrate at L'Oca d'Oro. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  12. Susan

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been eating at L’Oca d’Oro almost since they opened, and they never disappoint. The food is sublime, the service friendly and efficient, and the restaurant itself is lovely. Thanks for being our go-to when we want to impress guests!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 13, 2023

    Susan, That's great to hear. Thank you and look forward to having you back in. We promise to try to continue to live up to your expectations! Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  13. ShaliniR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great restaurant. Delicious food, attentive service, and a cool vibe. Love this place

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 8, 2023

    Shalini, I'm so glad you enjoyed. Thanks so much for coming in and taking a moment to review. We appreciate it and look forward to having you back in soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Our reservation was at 7:30. Finally got to table at 8:15. We were offered to order appetisers in the bar at a high top which we did then moved when the table was ready. Only given two menus for five people had to ask for more, had to ask for water 1 time in bar and 2 times at table. Had to ask for wine list twice. Food was delicious!!!dessert was ordered three different items all awesome but had to ask for shared plates. Server seemed over whelmed or maybe just an off night.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 8, 2023

    I'm so glad that you enjoyed everything that you ordered but am terribly sorry for all the service awkwardness. I hope you noticed that we did not charge you for that opening round of drinks and appetizers at the bar to acknowledge the bumpy beginning to your night. Look forward to having you back in and combining great food and great service. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  15. HoustonDiner

    Seattle

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Appetizers were delicious, especially the focaccia. But, I was very disappointed by the pastas. We ordered the braised beef cheek parpadelle and butternut lasagne rolls. Both were under-salted. The first lacked flavor, and the pasta was tough. The second had potential, but again needed salt. Service was quick and kind, but I don’t think I would go back. Maybe for the bread…

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 8, 2023

    Thanks so much for this feedback. We are always to re-make dishes that are not seasoned or executed properly and we should have found out from you that that was the case. Look forward to having you back in for the bread and to try our pastas the way they should be prepared. Please let us know whenever there's not something to your liking. Til then, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  16. DonnaL

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is outstanding!!! Service was friendly!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on November 8, 2023

    Donna, So glad to hear that you enjoyed and thanks for taking a moment to review. Look forward to having you back in again soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  17. Thomas

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    What to say about L’oca d’oro? Like several restaurants in Austin, eating a complete meal here (without desert) will set you back about $125 per person. Service is more along the lines of an IHOP. Our waiter was wearing a stained white T-shirt and black shorts and sneakers no socks. They looked like Dickies which is always sexy. I feel like if a dinner is gonna cost me over $200 the wait staff should not dress like the dudes in the taco truck down the road. Call me old-school. Casual, spotty and inattentive service. C+. Food is good but small portions (“meant to be shared” is the new code for small expensive plates you need to order 400 to feel full. B- Atmosphere needs work too. Feels like a Papa John’s. Lots of plastic and thus lots of noise. Fix up. C. Would I go back? Nope. The whole place needs to care more about the customer experience. But in a post-pandemic world customer service seems to have evaporated. Let us hope the rough economic waters we are in will encourage restaurants to up their game.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 30, 2023

    Thomas, I'm sorry that your experience didn't live up to your expectations or our standards. We take great pride in how we provide hospitality. As a neighborhood restaurant supported principally by regulars, that's where we have to succeed. If you'd like to provide some more specifics about the disappointing service or food besides the uniforms and portion sizes, please respond. It's true that the economy and our industry have been in a rough place for the last few years so we're always happy to hear actionable feedback. Thank you for coming in and helping us to become a better restaurant. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  18. RachelM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and amazing food! Really enjoyed it and will come back!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 30, 2023

    Rachel, Thanks so much for coming in and taking the time to review. We appreciate it and look forward to having you back in soon to see what's new on the menu. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  19. Nickname

    Omaha

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time back in a few months, but so good. We went for lunch, but it was a brunch menu. I’m generally not a fan of brunch menus, but there were great options to go either way. The restaurant just started doing brunch several weeks ago and as such was not very busy… they should be. We had the melon salad, which was phenomenal. We would go back just for that salad. Followed that with the meatballs, which are always great here. Our main was the carbonara. Like all of their pasta dishes… this is proper. Spot on. Perfectly cooked pasta. Rich eggy sauce. Nice saltiness from the pancetta. It was served with a chili crisp that added a very subtle heat. Just delicious. Cocktails were great. Service was fantastic. Will be back very soon for either dinner or even brunch.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 30, 2023

    Thanks so much for coming in for brunch and taking some time to review. We're glad to hear you liked the menu. We're trying for exactly what you mention - some breakfast, some lunch and some of the faves of our dinner menu. Look forward to seeing you again soon, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for Sunday Brunch. We shared several dishes which made the experience fun and all of the dishes were unique and delicious. We will definitely go back. The French Toast was some of the best I have had!!! Perfection.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 23, 2023

    That is so great to hear. We've only been open for brunch for a month now and we're glad to hear the menu worked for you. That French Toast isn't going anywhere but the set will change seasonally so you'll have to come back and see what's going on it periodically. We appreciate you coming in and taking the time to review. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  21. Barbie

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Service was bad, food was terrible and overpriced. Would not recommend.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 23, 2023

    Barbie, I'd like to hear anything more specific so that we can determine what went so wrong on your table and why your experience was so unsatisfying. I'm sorry to hear that we were not able to do anything to turn your evening around. Hope to hear back from you, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  22. Kelly

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my third time at L'Oca d'Oro, and it is always such a treat to go there. The food is out of this world. Every single dish has been attended to with the utmost detail, and the ingredients are clearly top notch. If you have someone visiting who is a foodie or just want to have a nice night out with friends or your partner, I highly recommend eating there! Already can't wait to go back. Also, you just have to get the tiramisu!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 23, 2023

    Kelly, Thanks so much for this glowing review. We're so glad for the continued support and hope to keep having the opportunity to treat you and your friends to new dishes every time you're in. Except for that Tiramisu, which will likely never be allowed to leave the menu. Look forward to having you back in, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  23. SpudsMagee

    Denver

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and nutritious! That tiramisu is my jam.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 23, 2023

    So glad you've enjoyed and thanks for taking the time to review. We appreciate it and look forward to having you in again soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time coming for brunch. It was fantastic! Fresh ingredients, plentiful portions, and great service. Well worth the visit earlier in the day.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 16, 2023

    So glad you enjoyed brunch. We've only been open for a month for brunch and are grateful for this feedback. Look forward to having you back in soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Hands down one of the best restaurants in Austin!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 30, 2023

    Well, it doesn't get any better than any that. Thanks for coming in and for taking the time to review! Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  26. Stancey

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the most spectacular eggplant Parmesan dish! Our server told us it was made with a lot of love and it did in fact taste like it. I’ve had many great experiences here, it’s definitely a favorite, and I feel each time exceeds the previous.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 16, 2023

    Stancey, I'm so glad you loved the eggplant. It requires a lot of love to build all those layers! We hope to exceeding expectations. Thanks again for coming in and taking the time to review. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  27. Emmy

    Austin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    By far and away, the best Italian food and wine list in Austin. Portions are delicious and generous, coupled with outstanding beverage options and attentive service. This is as close to Italy as you can get without crossing the Atlantic, no question.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 9, 2023

    Emmy, Thanks so much for coming in and for the kind words. We truly appreciate your support and are thrilled that you had such a great experience. Look forward to having you back to see some of the new items on the menu as we get into Fall. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  28. DavidO

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We sat at the bar so we could enjoy the view of the kitchen. We had the amazing focaccia bread, as always as well as the meatballs and two great pasta plates. It was a Wednesday night so not very busy, but still a good vibe. If you are thinking about coming for the first time, you won't be disappointed!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 9, 2023

    Thanks so much David for coming in and taking the time to review. Those bar seats are the best place to fully enjoy all the work the cooks are putting in to what we serve. Great recommendation for any first-timers. Look forward to seeing you again soon as we're also now in patio weather which isn't a bad way to enjoy L'Oca, either. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  29. twinma

    Austin

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 3, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Most of the food we ordered was good but really small. Fatty pork chop was not enjoyed at all. Great meatballs and good pasta to share. Servers were nice. The place has absolutely no atmosphere and while I didn’t find the prices on the menu notable, our dinner for three on a random Tuesday came to $311. Just too much for the place and minimal food. I basically had a few bites - didn’t even order a main dish.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 9, 2023

    Paula, Thanks for coming in and taking the time to review. I'm sorry that we missed on a few dishes for you. Any time there's something that's not to your liking, we're happy to remake the dish or find something that might be more to your liking. Perhaps we'll see you again for Happy Hour at the bar when we have a handful of antipasti and drinks available at a discount. And you might prefer sitting next to the kitchen. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  30. PrincessKem

    Austin

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    You have to order all you food at the beginning & they parse it out to the table. It was a little confusing to order, the waiter said everything was sharable, but then indicated we should each order our own main entree. They were out of the chicken milenese and the carbonara was cold. The rest of the meal was fine. We closed the place down & didn't feel rushed to depart as they were busy closing, that was really nice.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 2, 2023

    Thanks so much for coming in and taking the time to provide feedback. It sounds like your evening was more of a mixed bag then we'd like. We definitely don't want to make dinner difficult or confusing and pasta should be hot. We're always happy to remake a dish in the future if there's something not right or not to your liking for any reason. It should be our job to find that out while you're in the restaurant next time. Til then, be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  31. JuliaF

    Austin

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff is always caring and friendly. Food is always top quality!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on October 2, 2023

    Julia, Thanks so much for coming in and taking a moment to review. We're so glad you enjoyed and look forward to having you back in soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  32. Highlandmike

    Charlotte

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. First rate staff, pleasant atmosphere, delicious and creative food. Would definitely recommend and would return.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 26, 2023

    Mike, Thanks so much for coming in and taking the time to review. I'm so glad you enjoyed and we look forward to having you back in to see what other creative food will be on the menu by then. Take care, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  33. ChuckM

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a great experience. The service was incredible, to point that we tipped on top of the service charge. Food was spectacular and it was fun sharing all the different plates.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 26, 2023

    Chuck, Thanks so much for coming in. I'm glad you noticed the service charge and thought you needed to exceed that. It all goes to the staff and they appreciate it. We'll look forward to seeing you again soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  34. JimW

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love to dine at L’oca d’Oro. The staff is knowledgeable and helpful and the food expertly prepared.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 18, 2023

    Jim, Thanks so much for the kind words. We're so glad that you've continued to enjoy. Consistency is one of the things we're most proud of. Look forward to having you back in to sit on the patio now that the weather is nice. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  35. ArielA

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best experience ever. We got seated a little early for our reservation which was awesome! Cameron took great care of us! Explained the menu in detail, gave wonderful suggestions, and overall great service. Thank you Cameron! My boyfriend and I had no complaints whatsoever. Food was phenomenal and the wine selection was perfect. Cant wait to come back!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 18, 2023

    Ariel, That's great to hear and thanks for calling out Cameron. We'll let him know, for sure. We appreciate you coming in and the kind words and look forward to seeing you again soon. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  36. CatherineS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Our food took over an hour and a half to come. They apologized but we weren’t given a discount or anything to try to make up for it. The food was tasty though, and ambiance was nice! But definitely colored the overall experience.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 18, 2023

    Catherine, I will be looking in to what happened here. I'm glad you enjoyed the food once it arrived but there's no reason for anything approaching that wait. Could you please follow up with me at adam@locadoroaustin with some specifics as to where and when you dined so I can better determine what happened and how to proceed. My apologies for the bad experience. Thanks so much, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  37. jane

    Austin

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    small portions but high price. food is mediocre at best. there’s a lot of really good pasta places in austin. automatic 20% gratuity even if service isn’t good. 3% automatic credit card surcharge.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 18, 2023

    Jane, I'm so sorry that you didn't enjoy and that we weren't able to do anything to make it better. We can always replace a dish if there's something not to your liking for any reason. As to the charges, we do make sure to post those on the menus and the website and receipts so there are no surprises. The service charge goes to the whole staff to make sure everyone makes atleast $17/hr and the CC charge goes directly to the processor and was implemented in March when those charges were raised. We want our guests to know exactly where any price increases go. If you have any other questions on that, please let me know. I'm happy to further explain why we do what we do. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  38. ShannonH

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    It's a cool spot to try once. I wouldn't go back. The meatballs and carbonara are both phenomenal, but that's it. Service is friendly... but hurried and inadequate. I'm trying to relax here. I would just order those two dishes to-go or eat them outside, which is really nice. We tried a whole lot of food though and nothing (besides the meatballs or carbonara) was anything to write home about.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 18, 2023

    Shannon, I'm sorry that you had an underwhelming dinner. We are always able to replace or remake a dish that isn't to your liking or you think hasn't been executed properly. It should be part of our job to figure out when that's the case and I'm sorry that didn't happen. The weather is finally getting nicer and we'd love for you to sit on the patio with the meatballs and a cocktail. Give something else a try and, if you don't like it, let us know, we'll find something else for you to try. We appreciate you coming in and providing feedback which we will certainly go over with staff this week. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  39. VelMel

    Austin

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I thought all the dishes were overly salted. The server made poor wine recommendations that did not match the flavor profile I asked for, and even resulted in getting the wrong glass of wine. The noise level was extremely high.

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 18, 2023

    I'm so sorry that was your experience and will be checking in with the managers and servers to see why we weren't able to find you the dishes and wines that you were looking for. I appreciate this feedback as we always go over reviews with the staff. Please, if you decide to return, perhaps for the patio where it's much quieter than the dining room and where the weather is finally pleasant, we are always able to replace a dish that is not to your liking, whether it be oversalted or something else. If you have anything more specific to add, you can also reach out to me at adam@locadoroaustin. Thank you for giving L'Oca a try and I'm sorry that you had a disappointing evening. Be well, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  40. ShelleyL

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a terrific meal, drinks, and great service!

    L'Oca d'OroResponded on September 11, 2023

    Shelley, I'm so glad you enjoyed and thanks for taking a moment to review. I'm so glad to see that you can count us for a great experience all around. That's what I most want to hear. Be well and we'll see you soon, Adam Orman, Co-Owner

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  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

L'Oca d'Oro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (737) 212-1876.

L'Oca d'Oro is rated 4.4 stars by 1400 OpenTable diners.

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1900 Simond Ave, Ste 100, Austin, TX 78723

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Additional information

  • Cross street
    Aldrich St.
  • Neighborhood
    North Central
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is entrance to a lot for the building on McBee St and a second lot on McBee behind the Thinkery. Free parking is available in the lot directly across the street from the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Fiore Tedesco
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.locadoroaustin.com/
  • Phone number
    (737) 212-1876
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your next gathering! At L’Oca d’Oro, we are able to individually tailor private events to your needs with the capacity to host either intimate or larger gatherings, with an ever-changing seasonal menu that highlights the best of what Central Texas offers. For parties of 8 or more please email events@locadoroaustin.com.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator : (727) 212-1876

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