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Il Brutto, Austin, TX

Il Brutto

4.6
4.6
1604 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
21:00
Booked 32 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • 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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–18:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–18:00
  • 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
  • Area
    East Austin
  • Cross Street
    6th and Comal
  • Parking details
    Validated parking is always available in the Arnold Parking Garage with entrance on E 6th St. Limited paid street parking is available.
  • 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, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Antipasti

  • Burrata CrostiniUS$16.00

    creamy burrata, sciacca anchovies, pink peppercorn, dill

    • FormaggiUS$24.00

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

      • Prosciutto di Parma 24 DopUS$22.00

        buffalo mozzarella, basil pesto

        • Marinated OlivesUS$9.00

          castelvetrano, cerignola, taggiasche

          • Scallop CrudoUS$19.00

            passion fruit, tomatillo cocktail, heirloom radish, almonds

            • CozzeUS$24.00

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

              • Tenderloin CarpaccioUS$20.00

                figs, avocado mousse, frisée, parmigiano

                • Frisee and Pear SaladUS$16.00

                  watermelon radish, fennel, olives, orange

                  • Roasted BeetsUS$18.00

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

                    • Heirloom TomatoesUS$19.00

                      burrata, basil pesto, pine nuts, basil

                      • BroccoliniUS$12.00

                        sweet potato, calabrian chiles, sesame

                        Pizze

                        • BurrataUS$27.00

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

                          • 4 CheeseUS$25.00

                            gorgonzola, taleggio, parmigiano, basil

                            • FunghiUS$25.00

                              taleggio, fior di latte, shiitake, thyme

                              • MargheritaUS$22.00

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

                                • Potato + LeeksUS$23.00

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

                                  • ZuccaUS$23.00

                                    butternut squash, tuscan kale, goat cheese, chili flakes

                                    • VeganUS$22.00

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

                                      Pasta

                                      • Cacio e PepeUS$22.00

                                        tonnarelli, pecorino romano 14M, black pepper

                                        • Bottarga + Sea UrchinUS$28.00

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

                                          • Lamb RaguUS$25.00

                                            pappardelle, sangiovese, gremolada, rosemary

                                            • AmatricianaUS$25.00

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

                                              • Smoked Kale + RicottaUS$26.00

                                                agnolotti, butter, pistachio

                                                • Gluten-Free Tagliolini #1US$22.00

                                                  cacio e pepe

                                                  • Gluten-Free Tagliolini #2US$26.00

                                                    lamb ragù

                                                    Mains

                                                    • HalibutUS$36.00

                                                      confit cherry tomatoes, zucchini, summer broth

                                                      • Wild SwordfishUS$38.00

                                                        arugula cocktail, burrata water, ash crumble, fermented raspberries

                                                        • 20 Oz Texas RibeyeUS$64.00

                                                          confit oyster mushrooms, juniper, mint

                                                          • Lamb ScottaditoUS$42.00

                                                            fried artichokes, yogurt, crispy kataifi, dill

                                                            • Grilled Patagonia PrawnsUS$29.00

                                                              bell pepper gazpacho, calabrian chile, garlic, watercress

                                                              Dolce

                                                              • Ricotta SemifreddoUS$12.00

                                                                kiwi, pickled strawberry, tomato water, tarragon

                                                                • TiramisùUS$12.00

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

                                                                  • Pistachio NestUS$12.00

                                                                    pecorino gelato, olive oil, orange zest, anise

                                                                    • Gelato TastingUS$8.00

                                                                      dark chocolate + pecorino

                                                                      • House-Made Gelato #1US$6.00

                                                                        pecorino, dark chocolate

                                                                        • House-Made Gelato #2US$7.00

                                                                          pistachio

                                                                          • House-Made SorbettoUS$7.00

                                                                            apricot + vermouth raisins

                                                                            For Kids

                                                                            • Pasta Al PomodoroUS$7.00

                                                                              pasta with tomato sauce

                                                                              • Pasta al Burro e ParmigianoUS$7.00

                                                                                pasta with butter & parmigiano reggiano

                                                                                • Mini PizzaUS$10.00

                                                                                  tomato sauce, mozzarella

                                                                                  • Grilled Chicken TendersUS$9.00

                                                                                    rosemary & olive oil

                                                                                    Beverages

                                                                                    • Richard's Rainwater, TXUS$2.00

                                                                                      • Ginger Bitter Soda, Baladin, ITUS$6.00

                                                                                        • Coca Cola, USAUS$3.00

                                                                                          • Diet Coke, USAUS$3.00

                                                                                            • Iced Tea, Tea Embassy, ATXUS$3.00

                                                                                              • Espresso, Greater Goods, ATXUS$5.00

                                                                                                Last updated: 8 December 2024

                                                                                                What 1,604 people are saying

                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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                                                                                                4.6
                                                                                                4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                • 4.5Food
                                                                                                • 4.5Service
                                                                                                • 4.6Ambience
                                                                                                • 4.3Value

                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

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                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                Il Brutto offers an authentic Italian dining experience with standout dishes like the "Amatriciana" and "Cacio e Pepe." Guests praise the "wonderful atmosphere," "exceptional service," and "fantastic food." It's a favorite for special occasions, with many noting memorable celebrations and "attentive staff." Ideal for Italian cuisine lovers.

                                                                                                1,604 Reviews

                                                                                                1. Adrian

                                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                  The staff were mostly friendly and the food delicious But there was an event and the noise was unbearable.

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                                                                                                2. Kyle

                                                                                                  Austin

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Bottarga + Sea Urchin was deliciously rich, perfectly cooked and seasoned. Cacio e Pepe couldn’t be more perfect as well. For the Dolci I recommend the Apricot + Vermouth Raisins Sorbetto. Host and waitress were both friendly and welcoming. Live music to set the mood. Decently priced for the high quality of the food. 10/10 recommend.

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                                                                                                3. Peggy

                                                                                                  Austin

                                                                                                  11 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  11 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  We had never heard of Il Brutto but had read that the food was good so we decided to give it a try for my son's 24th birthday. I was somehow expecting a "dive" but it was the opposite. The atmosphere is beautiful, very appealing from the moment you walk up. There were white lights outside and the inside decor was modern and warm. I had a reservation and we were taken right to our seat. I had a glass of cabernet blend that was very good, just what I asked for. My son tried the martini of the day. He loved it. It came in a very appealing display with a little baby carafe of extra drink to refill his glass. We got the burrata and tomato salad along with the "bread" (pizza dough) and the two together were magnificent. We probably could have stopped there. My son ordered the squid ink pasta. It was kind of strange but he liked it. (I wouldn't recommend it). I had the lamb ragu pasta and it was rich and delicious. Our meal was around $140 before tip, on the expensive side, but we were very happy with the experience and the food. Our waitress was attentive and helpful. Ovearall it was a great experience.

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                                                                                                4. David

                                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Service 30/10. Waiter was super chill and was on point with the suggestions. 🤙🏼

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                                                                                                5. Stewart

                                                                                                  Austin

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 6 December 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Excellent food, drinks were great. Great music, cool atmosphere. Highly recommended!

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                                                                                                6. Adam

                                                                                                  Houston

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  The food and cocktails never disappoints, but even though the service is always excellent I am always surprised by just how excellent! Recommend the martini of the week!

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                                                                                                7. Sharon

                                                                                                  Greater Boston

                                                                                                  25 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  25 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  Third time. Appetizers great. Service was unpleasantly kind of rushed throughout. Noise level is always high. Gnocchi not quite right- pasty.

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                                                                                                8. Neel

                                                                                                  Phoenix

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                                  Dined on 28 November 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Joshua was a fantastic server and really made our evening enjoyable.

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                                                                                                9. Jackie

                                                                                                  Austin

                                                                                                  9 reviews

                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  9 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 27 November 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  The service here is outstanding (Joshua and Christina especially). This is our go to place!

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                                                                                                10. Meekia

                                                                                                  Austin

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  vip
                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                                  Dined on 26 November 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  We recently celebrated my daughter's 23rd birthday, and the experience was absolutely delightful! Cora, our server, went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. She was attentive, friendly, and made the evening feel extra special. The staff were also incredibly accommodating with our last-minute changes to the reservation for a party of nine, making the process seamless and stress-free. Thank you to the entire team for making this celebration so memorable! We left behind my daughters cake for the staff to enjoy. I hope they enjoyed it. Highly recommend for special occasions.

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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 4.6 stars by 1604 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
                                                                                                21:00
                                                                                                Booked 32 times today

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                                                                                                Google Map for Il Brutto

                                                                                                1601 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                                  6th and Comal
                                                                                                • Area
                                                                                                  East Austin
                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                  Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–18:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–18:00
                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                  Italian
                                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                  Validated parking is always available in the Arnold Parking Garage with entrance on E 6th St. Limited paid street parking is available.
                                                                                                • 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, Takeaway, 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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