


A hidden gem in Austin since 1999. If you are looking for amazing Italian cuisine in Austin, Cipollina is a must visit. We’ve been proudly serving our community since 1999. Offering hand made pasta daily and thin crust pizza straight from our wood fire oven. We pride ourselves in being a scratch made kitchen where everything is prepared with care.
Modern, often local & seasonal, fare, plus gourmet pizza & panini, in a spacious dining room.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1213 W Lynn St, Austin, TX 78703
Phone: (512) 477-5211
Website: http://www.cipollina-austin.com/
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Reviews
This was my first experience at Cipollina which was a neighborhood Italian bistro in a close knit neighborhood. Parking was extremely limited and I can predict at night use ride sharing.
We were nicely greeted when we entered the establishment and found a table. Our server was very professional and courteous. It was hard to determine which to try first where all looked good but selected the Pan Seared Red Fish. This was a great place to dine during the day and has a romantic setting for night. They said everything here was freshly made so was a bit excited to try my wife’s pasta.
The Red Fish was beautifully prepared and had some roasted cauliflower, roasted corn, heirloom grape tomatoes, and castelvetrano olives around it. The fish tasted spectacular and had wonderful flavor. I tasted the pasta and it was definitely tasted like it was made in-house where had buttery flavor. I was impressed with Cipollina.
I did a sarcastic Google search along it for relatively inexpensive restaurants with ample parking. That led us to Cipollina.
It’s a great little place that’s tucked in with a few other places. We found a parking spot immediately, so we went in.
We were seated and ordered a pizza to share— they were able to do half and half for us. Very cool. My half was the prosciutto, which was excellent!
We decided to go for dessert. Hubs chose the goat cheesecake and I had creme brulee. Both were delicious!
Our waitress was really kind (which is more than I can say for Hank’s—we found parking there, but left with how rudely my husband was spoken to by the waitstaff ), and service was prompt.
I’m not sure we’ll ever come to Austin again, but if so, we’ll likely come back to Cipollina.
The food was just as delightful as the setting. To start, the garlic knots were an absolute must-try—soft, flavorful, and elevated by the touch of green garlic. They were the perfect way to kick off the meal. The fennel salad was another standout, fresh and vibrant with a great balance of flavors.
While the burrata dish didn’t quite hit the mark for us—it was served pre-split, losing some of its signature creaminess, and the combination of grilled shishito peppers, tomatoes, and bread didn’t quite come together harmoniously—we appreciate the creativity behind the dish and hope they refine it.
Now, for the real stars of the night: the Tagliatelle Alfredo was nothing short of spectacular. The noodles—oh my god—just melted in my mouth. The sauce could have used a touch more garlic, but the sheer perfection of the pasta more than made up for it. And to end on a high note, the crème brûlée was flawless. Perfectly balanced in sweetness with a crisp, hard shell—an absolute delight!
Beyond the amazing food, Cipollina is well-priced with generous portions, making it a spot we’d happily return to. If you’re in Austin and craving a comforting yet elevated Italian meal, this place is a must-visit!
Our server was very sweet and apologetic, but over the course of the meal we received four separate reminders from four different staff members about the 7:00 pm cutoff. It created constant pressure and took away from what was meant to be a relaxed evening with friends we hadn’t seen in a long time.
When we were paying, a man who appeared to be a manager told us we needed to leave immediately because the next party had arrived. His tone was abrupt and rude. When I said he was being rude, he responded loudly and angrily while walking away, saying, “Whatever, yeah yeah, I’m so rude.” I was honestly astounded by this behavior.
One staff member apologized to us and said they didn’t want to lose their job, which strongly suggests this pressure and approach are coming from leadership or ownership.
Unfortunately, the food also disappointed, the salad was bland and the pizza was soggy.
We were six friends dining together, and between us and our partners, this represents twelve people who will not be returning. This is especially sad because we’ve been coming to Cipollina since it first opened and never expected to be treated this way or served such mediocre food.
What happened, Cipollina?