Il Brutto

Name: Il Brutto
Address: 1601 East 6th Street, Austin, TX, United States, 78701
Telephone: (512) 580-8779
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1596 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 22 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

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

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 580-8779
Website
http://www.ilbruttoaustin.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Erind Halilaj
Private party facilities
A neighborhood Italian restaurant in East Austin, Il Brutto is the perfetto spot to break bread with friends & family. We offer multiple options for small and large parties, including our private dining room, cozy bar, and oak-shaded patio.
Private party contact
Madison Greenberg: (512) 580-8779

Location
1601 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701
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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Popular dishes

Burrata CrostiniUSD 16.00
creamy burrata, sciacca anchovies, pink peppercorn, dill
FormaggiUSD 24.00
blu di capra, pecorino di fossa 10M, roccolo valtaleggio 6M, caprino
Prosciutto di Parma 24 DopUSD 22.00
buffalo mozzarella, basil pesto
Marinated OlivesUSD 9.00
castelvetrano, cerignola, taggiasche
Scallop CrudoUSD 19.00
passion fruit, tomatillo cocktail, heirloom radish, almonds
CozzeUSD 24.00
pei mussels, shallots, garlic, pinot grigio, parsley, charred bread
Tenderloin CarpaccioUSD 20.00
figs, avocado mousse, frisée, parmigiano
Frisee and Pear SaladUSD 16.00
watermelon radish, fennel, olives, orange
Roasted BeetsUSD 18.00
radicchio, goat cheese, dill, hazelnuts, golden raisins, lemon
Heirloom TomatoesUSD 19.00
burrata, basil pesto, pine nuts, basil
BroccoliniUSD 12.00
sweet potato, calabrian chiles, sesame

Pizze

BurrataUSD 27.00
san marzano, evan's sausage, parmigiano, n’duja, basil
4 CheeseUSD 25.00
gorgonzola, taleggio, parmigiano, basil
FunghiUSD 25.00
taleggio, fior di latte, shiitake, thyme
MargheritaUSD 22.00
san marzano, fior di latte, basil // add salami $5
Potato + LeeksUSD 23.00
baked potato, roasted leeks, sausage, pecornio, calabrian chile
ZuccaUSD 23.00
butternut squash, tuscan kale, goat cheese, chili flakes
VeganUSD 22.00
san marzano, taggiasche, roasted red pepper, shiitake, basil, evoo

Pasta

Cacio e PepeUSD 22.00
tonnarelli, pecorino romano 14M, black pepper
Bottarga + Sea UrchinUSD 28.00
squid ink ciriole, sardinian bottarga, santa barbara sea urchin, parsley // add extra sea urchin $10
Lamb RaguUSD 25.00
pappardelle, sangiovese, gremolada, rosemary
AmatricianaUSD 25.00
potato gnocchi, san marzano, garlic, guanciale, pecorino di fossa 10M
Smoked Kale + RicottaUSD 26.00
agnolotti, butter, pistachio
Gluten-Free Tagliolini #1USD 22.00
cacio e pepe
Gluten-Free Tagliolini #2USD 26.00
lamb ragù

Mains

HalibutUSD 36.00
confit cherry tomatoes, zucchini, summer broth
Wild SwordfishUSD 37.00
arugula cocktail, burrata water, ash crumble, fermented raspberries
14 Oz Texas RibeyeUSD 45.00
confit oyster mushrooms, borettane onion, juniper, mint
Lamb ScottaditoUSD 42.00
fried artichokes, yogurt, crispy kataifi, dill

Dolce

Ricotta SemifreddoUSD 12.00
kiwi, pickled strawberry, tomato water, tarragon
TiramisùUSD 12.00
mascarpone, marsala mousse, espresso, lady fingers, cinnamon chocolate streusel
MeringataUSD 12.00
marsala infused pear d'anjou, nebbiolo, meringue, chantilly
CannoloUSD 12.00
fig jam, ricotta, cinnamon, pistachio
Gelato 3 Gusti TastingUSD 12.00
chocolate, pecorino, hazelnut
House-Made Gelato #1USD 6.00
hazelnut, pecorino, dark chocolate
House-Made Gelato #2USD 7.00
pistachio
House-Made SorbettoUSD 6.00
apricot + vermouth raisins, blackberry ginger

For Kids

Pasta Al PomodoroUSD 7.00
pasta with tomato sauce
Pasta al Burro e ParmigianoUSD 7.00
pasta with butter & parmigiano reggiano
Mini PizzaUSD 10.00
tomato sauce, mozzarella
Grilled Chicken TendersUSD 9.00
rosemary & olive oil

Beverages

Richard's Rainwater, TXUSD 2.00
Ginger Bitter Soda, Baladin, ITUSD 6.00
Coca Cola, USAUSD 3.00
Diet Coke, USAUSD 3.00
Iced Tea, Tea Embassy, ATXUSD 3.00
Espresso, Greater Goods, ATXUSD 5.00

What 1,596 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Il Brutto offers a delightful dining experience with "attentive and knowledgeable" staff and "excellent food" that keeps patrons coming back. Guests rave about the "authentic Italian flavors" and "amazing ambiance," making it perfect for special occasions. Highlights include "delicious lasagna" and "top-notch cocktails."

1,596 Reviews

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Sharon
Greater Boston
25 reviews
3.0
25 reviews
Dined today
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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Neel
Phoenix
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
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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Nicole
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sitting at the bar, both bartenders took amazing care. The wine recommendations, the added dinner digestives, and the overall guidance through the menu made this an exceptional experience. Thank you to the manager Erik and to the incredible team for the recommendations on the heirloom tomatoes and pizza bread, followed by an incredible lasagna. But the after dinner amaros brought this experience from a 8 to a 10. Shout out Juan for introducing us to this place and continuing to bring exceptional service.
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Jonathan
St. Louis
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was ok. We had the lamb ragu and lasagna. Wasn’t the best of either we’ve ever had but the outdoor seating was wonderful.
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Frank
Austin
19 reviews
vip
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We were celebrating an anniversary, so they gave us a nice champagne toast, which was nice. We would have preferred a more intimate table. They sat us right next to the outside door and it was rather chilly. The pasta was ok not great. The gelato was salted, which we didn't like. The service was very friendly and helpful but fairly slow.
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Jordan
Dallas
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a great experience at Il Brutto. The service, food and atmosphere (especially on the patio) was great.
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Pat
Washington DC
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Traveling for business and 8 of us had a great overall experience at Il Brutto. We sat outside on their large patio and the weather was perfect!!! All 8 of us enjoyed what we ordered and even had desserts!!!!! It was a great night and will be back the next time I'm in Austin!!!!
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Casey
Austin
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was amazing as always and the service at the bar was tremendous.
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Rachelle
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
It’s been awhile since we have been but it was not a great experience last night. The service was really slow and our server was barely there to see if we needed anything. Frequently forgot the things we did need and messed up our order. Some of the food tasted great but the lasagna wasn’t flavored well and it was dry. Also frustrating that you pay for parking in the garage when you are in there but if you wait and do it in the restaurant it’s free, no signage or anything to tell you that.
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Nickolas
Austin
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Food and drinks were exceptional as always. Server entered my wife’s order incorrectly (completely different dish came out), and I was done with my food by the time her correct order came out. Our server didn’t offer to comp anything or try to make it right in any way. We were on the way to the theater so I didn’t have time to ask, but frankly I wouldn’t expect to need to ask at a restaurant at this level. Disappointing experience at one of my favorite spots in town.
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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 1596 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

30 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1601 East 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

Cross Street
6th and Comal
Area
East Austin
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
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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Il Brutto

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Austin’s 8 favorite bars

Margherita

Cacio e Pepe

Heirloom Tomatoes

Antipasti

Burrata CrostiniUSD 16.00

FormaggiUSD 24.00

Prosciutto di Parma 24 DopUSD 22.00

Marinated OlivesUSD 9.00

Scallop CrudoUSD 19.00

CozzeUSD 24.00

Tenderloin CarpaccioUSD 20.00

Frisee and Pear SaladUSD 16.00

Roasted BeetsUSD 18.00

Heirloom TomatoesUSD 19.00

BroccoliniUSD 12.00

Pizze

BurrataUSD 27.00

4 CheeseUSD 25.00

FunghiUSD 25.00

MargheritaUSD 22.00

Potato + LeeksUSD 23.00

ZuccaUSD 23.00

VeganUSD 22.00

Pasta

Cacio e PepeUSD 22.00

Bottarga + Sea UrchinUSD 28.00

Lamb RaguUSD 25.00

AmatricianaUSD 25.00

Smoked Kale + RicottaUSD 26.00

Gluten-Free Tagliolini #1USD 22.00

Gluten-Free Tagliolini #2USD 26.00

Mains

HalibutUSD 36.00

Wild SwordfishUSD 37.00

14 Oz Texas RibeyeUSD 45.00

Lamb ScottaditoUSD 42.00

Dolce

Ricotta SemifreddoUSD 12.00

TiramisùUSD 12.00

MeringataUSD 12.00

CannoloUSD 12.00

Gelato 3 Gusti TastingUSD 12.00

House-Made Gelato #1USD 6.00

House-Made Gelato #2USD 7.00

House-Made SorbettoUSD 6.00

For Kids

Pasta Al PomodoroUSD 7.00

Pasta al Burro e ParmigianoUSD 7.00

Mini PizzaUSD 10.00

Grilled Chicken TendersUSD 9.00

Beverages

Richard's Rainwater, TXUSD 2.00

Ginger Bitter Soda, Baladin, ITUSD 6.00

Coca Cola, USAUSD 3.00

Diet Coke, USAUSD 3.00

Iced Tea, Tea Embassy, ATXUSD 3.00

Espresso, Greater Goods, ATXUSD 5.00

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