Vespaio Austin

Name: Vespaio Austin
Address: 1610 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX, United States, 78704
Telephone: (512) 441-6100
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1180 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Vespaio Restaurant is one of the original South Congress eateries and remains one of Austin's favorite Italian go-to's among locals and visitors. This casual dinner venue is a popular choice for date nights or evenings out with friends, seating every day at 5pm. The interior of Vespaio Restaurant is decorated with ceiling tiles, ceiling plans, vintage pendant lighting, classic table seating, a plethora of wine racks and vibrant accent walls.In addition to a full bar menu, Vespaio Restaurant offers a lengthy selection of mouth-watering and flavorful authentic Italian dishes. Menu items include carpaccio, mixed seafood stew, lasagna, mussels, calamari, spaghetti carbonara, chocolate hazelnut cake, panna cotta and green pasta with shrimp. Everything on the menu is sourced locally and prepared in-house, including the pasta, bread and pastries.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 44 times today

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Takeout

(512) 441-6100

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(512) 441-6100
Website
http://www.austinvespaio.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ryan Samson
Catering
Off-premise catering available; please contact restaurant directly to inquire. Catering menu available on our website.
Private party facilities
Private room available; please contact juan@austinvespaio.com to inquire.

Location
1610 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Located between Milton & Monroe St. on South Congress Ave.
Parking details
Free valet parking offered in the lot behind the restaurant. Entrance on Milton street on the south side of the restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Calamari Fritti Arrabbiata$14.00
Crispy semolina crusted Atlantic squid, spicy arrabbiata tomato sauce
Carpaccio Nostra Moda*$18.00
Thinly sliced prime wagyu beef, Dijon mustard, baby arugula, radicchio, crispy capers, parmigiano reggiano
Cozze alla Posillipo*$16.00
P.E.I. Mussels, tomatoes, capers, oregano, chili flakes, white wine, garlic rubbed focaccia bruschetta
Funghi con Polenta$12.00
Forno roasted mushrooms, melted gorgonzola, crispy organic white polenta, watercress
Tartare di Tonno*$19.00
Finely chopped sashimi grade big eye tuna, Dijon mustard, capers, olive tapenade, grilled focaccia bruschetta, Belgian endive

Insalate

Misticanza$7.00
Romaine, radicchio, baby spinach, arugula, kalamata olives, shaved radishes, meyer lemon citronette
Caesar Vespaio$8.00
Hearts of romaine, focaccia croutons, shaved parmigiano reggiano
Insalata Spinaci$10.00
Baby spinach, fire roasted red peppers, white mushrooms, radicchio, gorgonzola dolce, candied walnuts, pancetta vinaigrette
Insalata Tricolore$9.00
Radicchio, Belgian endive, baby arugula, aged balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, shaved parmigiano reggiano

Wood Fired Pizze

Margherita$17.00
House made mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, basil
Toscana$18.00
House made pork sausage, caramelized onions, roasted garlic, baby spinach, cambozola cheese
Prosciutto*$21.00
Parma prosciutto, arugula, fontina cheese, sunny side up eggs, white truffle oil

Primi

Pansoti di Zucca$14.00
Half moon pasta filled w/ butternut squash & amaretti, sage brown butter, walnuts, crispy sage, parmigiano reggiano
Tagliatelle con Fungi e Speck**$12.00
Tagliatelle, speck ham, oyster mushroom, cream
Cacio e Pepe**$10.00
Spaghettini, black pepper, locatelli pecorino romano
Spaghetti Pomodoro e Melanzane**$11.00
Spaghetti, eggplant, chianti‐tomato sauce, basil, ricotta salata
Mandilli de Saea al Pesto**$10.00
Pasta handkerchiefs, basil pesto, parmigiano reggiano
Pappardelle Bolognese$12.00
Pappardelle, bolognese, parmigiano reggiano cheese
Cappelletti con Ricotta di Capra**$11.00
Cappelletti pasta filled w/ goat milk ricotta, heirloom tomato, zucchini, corn, locatelli pecorino romano

Secondi

Spaghetti alla Carbonara* **$24.00
Spaghetti, cream, crisp pancetta, scallions, locatelli pecorino romano, parmesan frico, poached egg
Lasagne alla Bolognese$25.00
Sheets of spinach pasta with beef, veal & pork bolognese, besciamella, locatelli pecorino romano, pork sausage, fresh mozzarella
Linguine con Vongole* **$29.00
Imported linguine, littleneck clams, shallots, garlic, basil, E.V.O.O
Bistecca Tagliata con Patate Fritte*$32.00
Oak fire grilled beef hanger steak, veal ridurre, patate fritte, sautéed baby spinach, parmesan roasted tomato
Gamberi e Prosciutto alla Griglia*$32.00
Oak fire grilled prosciutto‐wrapped jumbo gulf prawns, green beans, crispy arancini, red Chile pesto
Scampi con Salsa All'Aglio**$33.00
Sautéed jumbo gulf prawns, garlic aioli, handmade linguine, lemon bread crumbs
Vitello Saltimbocca$30.00
Sautéed veal scaloppine, sage, parma prosciutto, wilted baby spinach, veal‐lemon butter

What 1,180 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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KellyA
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Continues to be my favorite Italian restaurant in Austin!
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Eddie
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food took a little while to come out but it was worth the wait!
AC
AliC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall1food1service3ambience1
Well, it was a birthday special night, and we 3 ordered 3 pasta plates, a Ceasar salad and polenta side to share as a starter. My hubs had 2 beers. we waited 1 hour 45 min for our main. I was looking forward to a dessert and a coffee but could not wait to get out of there. The bill was $180 including tip ( we don't penalize wait staff for crummy business models). Are you kidding me?? Bathroom was filthy, so loud. Never again. Resident of Austin for 32 years when South Congress was full of street walkers. Get over yourselves guys, Would rather have given that money to the food bank and made dinner at home.
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Natalia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food, very cozy atmosphere and great and very friendly staff!!!
BC
BeachChic
Orange County
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was exceptional, service was great, we had a fantastic dining experience!🤩
P
Pattie
Austin
15 reviews
vip
2.0
15 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food3service4ambience3
Glass ware VERY dirty even after we asked for them to be clean. Was really grossed out. Food was great but was afraid the dishes were dirty. Our server was very nice. It will be a long time before we go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food1service5ambience4
Juan was great, but food was disappointing for an almost $600 meal for 4 people.
AS
AshleyS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant the food is delicious! We will be back!
DL
DaisyL
Austin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience5
Dishes tasted good but not authentic but still tasty. Great service.
P
Parkers
Washington DC
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Some dishes were amazing (mussels and the octopus) and others underwhelming (cod and cacio e pepe).
AF
AustinFoodie
Austin
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Top notch food and service made for a very special birthday dinner.
B
Babs
Austin
64 reviews
vip
4.0
64 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
This is a special place and the food is always good!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of our favorite restaurants! The ambiance is so cool! The food is incredible! The menu changes which we love! The food is so fresh and clean tasting! The service is cheerful and friendly! I highly recommend this restaurant!!!
JL
JyotiL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service! What a gem! Parking is complimentary.
AM
AlysaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was truly amazing! Can't wait to visit again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlantic City
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2023
overall1food1service5ambience4
The service was great however, the music was strange and the pasta dishes lacked flavor. The mussels were good, Although they had a bit of sand in them.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Very good experience overall! Calamari, Mushroom Taglietelle, Caesar Salad, wine selections and service were exceptional. The manager and expo Bryan added to the great service received by Lisette and Rosemary. Will return!
M
Moskier
New Orleans
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We don’t go often but it’s where we go for Italian and they never disappoint.
CG
CharlindaG
Dallas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Tables too close together. Staff kept bumping into us. Incredibly loud. Food was great!
MM
MaryM
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
We went to Vespaio for a birthday celebration and the meal atmosphere was perfect.
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gmij
Cincinnati
123 reviews
vip
5.0
123 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
From entry to restaurant to nice quieter room were excellent. Waitress and each meal we ate were outstanding. Absolutely no complaints. Old world authentic Italian food. Menu changes daily.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience3
Out. Nothing we ordered was noteworthy.
JC
JackC
New Orleans
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Vespaio is a great option for Italian food in Austin. I have been several times and the experience has always been a good one. I have taken multiple out of town guests who have consistently been complimentary and enjoyed it. It's a solid choice.
M
Mansi
Phoenix
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience2
Overall it was good, but noise level was super loud. Food quantity for the price we paid was way too high.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best Italian restaurant in Austin! Great for a date night or special occasion!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed the meal and service
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Barb
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. Food was amazing, especially the lasagna, but ciopino, scallop ravioli, and carbonara were also excellent. Service was exceptional with Clint who had a great knowledge of the wine list.
WM
WilliamM
St. Louis
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience2
Food and service was awesome. Did not receive table in area requested. Area was available for seating.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
the atmosphere of this place gives me old italian and i love it. very warm and inviting. the food was absolutely delicious and well worth the price.
R
Rachel
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The mushroom pasta changed my life. The service and ambiance are always amazing
e
evavewill
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2023
overall2food1service3ambience4
I had a heartbreaking experience at Vespaio. I went to celebrate Valentines and asked the waitress what dishes could be made Gluten Free, she was semi-helpful but didn't really explain or help-a-girl out in telling me what I would be receiving. When my plate came out it was a three bite stack of buttered noodles COVERED in salt and pepper, compared to my boyfriends filled to brim plate of sauce and fix-ins and noodles. I wish I could share a photo to show. I didn't have the courage to speak up, which I know is my own fault, but the waitress KNEW I was disappointed because she didn't come by the table not ONCE until we had finished the meal. And when she came over she had a weary tone in her voice while she asked... "How was it, was it at least okay...?" Like help me out girl!!!!
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Rebec
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food perfectly prepared. outstanding service. Great recommendations on wine. An Austin treasure.
JW
JennaW
Austin
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite Italian restaurant in Austin, hands down! Food and service are consistently top notch
AT
ATXKaren
Austin
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great service, always delicious food. One of our favorite date restaurants. A bonus this year for our early Valentine’s Day date - the Super Bowl was on so there were no crowds on SoCo and we parked right in front!!
MN
McNezFoodie
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, food was spectacular, and the half portions really allow you to try several pasta dishes if you want to! It’s nice to have an Austin original still bustling and thriving on south congress!
DF
DanielF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely zero criticism. Everything was perfect, incredible meal, our server Clint was supercool and totally on point.
MP
MarkP
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food was fantastic. Noise level was not condusive for a romatic dinner.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Server was excellent. Really enjoyed the food, though entrees were a bit pricey. We will be back, though.
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Foodlover
Austin
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress was very nice & the meal was very good.
MG
MicheleG
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was impeccable & the food & wine sublime

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Vespaio Austin offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 441-6100.

Vespaio Austin is rated 4.6 stars by 1180 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 22, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(512) 441-6100

1610 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704

Additional information

Cross street
Located between Milton & Monroe St. on South Congress Ave.
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Free valet parking offered in the lot behind the restaurant. Entrance on Milton street on the south side of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Ryan Samson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.austinvespaio.com/
Phone number
(512) 441-6100
Catering
Off-premise catering available; please contact restaurant directly to inquire. Catering menu available on our website.
Private party facilities
Private room available; please contact juan@austinvespaio.com to inquire.

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Calamari Fritti Arrabbiata$14.00

Carpaccio Nostra Moda*$18.00

Cozze alla Posillipo*$16.00

Funghi con Polenta$12.00

Tartare di Tonno*$19.00

Insalate

Misticanza$7.00

Caesar Vespaio$8.00

Insalata Spinaci$10.00

Insalata Tricolore$9.00

Wood Fired Pizze

Margherita$17.00

Toscana$18.00

Prosciutto*$21.00

Primi

Pansoti di Zucca$14.00

Tagliatelle con Fungi e Speck**$12.00

Cacio e Pepe**$10.00

Spaghetti Pomodoro e Melanzane**$11.00

Mandilli de Saea al Pesto**$10.00

Pappardelle Bolognese$12.00

Cappelletti con Ricotta di Capra**$11.00

Secondi

Spaghetti alla Carbonara* **$24.00

Lasagne alla Bolognese$25.00

Linguine con Vongole* **$29.00

Bistecca Tagliata con Patate Fritte*$32.00

Gamberi e Prosciutto alla Griglia*$32.00

Scampi con Salsa All'Aglio**$33.00

Vitello Saltimbocca$30.00

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