I can't believe it took me so many years to finally dine-in at Juniper. I had ordered take-out here during Covid and fallen in love with their cacio e pepe. I was excited to return for my birthday. I loved everything about this place - what a hidden gem in Austin. This place has elegant and minimalist decor, with a large open kitchen which is delightful to watch, and excellent service with attentive staff through and through. Our food was incredible - every dish we tried from the appetizers to the entrees to dessert. The only one aspect they could improve upon was their cocktail menu but I'm guessing their bigger focus is on their wine selection. And oh, I was a bit surprised at the dog seated inside (hygiene and all). That pea risotto was out of this world and the puffy potato fritters as well as the eggplant appetizer were mouth-watering delicious. The cacio e pepe was also as good as I remembered it to be. Once again, I renew my request to add a fresh vegetable side (the asparagus was not vegetarian) to complement the carb loading. But, hey, I'm not complaining when the carbs are this gratifying. read more

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This was such an amazing experience!!! Visiting my dad for his birthday we ordered several things from the menu started with the oysters followed by their salad with the house Focaccia, for our main course we had the Cacio E Pepe and the ribeye. The deserts where amazing as well!! I recommend this for any special date night read more

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Juniper delivers on all fronts--exceptional service, thoughtful dishes, and an intimate yet lively atmosphere. The team here is top-tier. They don't just recite ingredients--they know the dishes inside and out, offering great recommendations and thoughtful pairings. I had the à la carte menu and it is a masterclass in balance--every dish is thoughtfully composed, evenly seasoned, and distinct in flavor. Whether you're craving something rich and buttery or light and refreshing, each plate stands on its own while complementing the rest of the meal. The menu may be small, but it's purposeful, ensuring that whatever you order is executed to perfection. It's clear that every dish has earned its place, making the entire dining experience feel cohesive, intentional, and effortlessly satisfying. Thank you Jake, our waiter, for the amazing experience and for the cute birthday gift! read more

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What a beautiful space and lovely vibe to have dinner-- cozy and great for small groups or a date night. Loved all the food here and will definitely be back for the tasting menu! We did a la carte and had plenty of vegetarian options to choose from. The house focaccia is simply to die for. The puffy potato was interesting-- mixed reviews from across the table. I personally wouldn't get it again, but glad we tried it. For entrees: cacio e pepe, rigatoni alla vodka, and risotto. The risotto was a bit too rich for me, but the other two pastas were incredible. Service was fantastic, and I'm looking forward to coming back! read more

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Oscar was amazing! Made the experience great. Had such a wonderful time for my birthday dinner. Great drinks, great food, great service! Ambiance was perfect. read more

The food and ambiance were incredible. The only reason why I didn't give a 5 star was because our server, Abigail, recommended way more food than needed which felt like she wanted us to rack up the bill. We ordered 2 pasta dishes which we both had leftovers, along with broccolini that felt forced to order, and 2 appetizers. She recommended a bottle of wine which was more expensive than the one we wanted to order. Other than that the food was delicious read more

Went here on a date and had a 10/10 experience. The service was excellent and the food was impeccable. We started off with the house focaccia (who doesn't love bread and butter!) the bread came out in this cute little pan, needless to say it was delicious! For the main dish, we got the rigatoni alla vodka, New York strip, and risotto. All were wonderful and we were stuffed after. Definitely will be returning to try something different on the menu! read more

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Food: 8/10 We ordered quite a few things on the menu as I wanted to get a good taste of it all. - The star item was the bucatini in my opinion - zesty, perfectly al dente, and fresh. Additionally, that dessert was top notch, as well as the oysters. - The potato puffs weren't as crispy as I was hoping for as the Dijon was slightly overpowering- that said, a good palette warm up. - Short rib - crispy and delicious but not as tender as I was hoping for. - Additionally, the cacio e Pepe (their star dish), was underwhelming I thought. While the portion size was hefty, I thought the noodles were slightly overcooked. But the taste itself was wonderful and perfectly balanced. - The ravioli in a duck bone broth (I think) was a bit bland, missing the umami punch, but beautifully presented. Service was also top tier 10/10 - consistent checking in, hey coursed the meal well, and explained things as they came. Ambiance also lovely. Open interior space with nice paintings and murals with an open kitchen and tall ceilings. The seating in the middle felt close to tables on either sides of them, but not so much that I felt I was intruding on others dinners. read more

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Juniper is a beautiful restaurant inside & out! I was interested to try the full course meal. The things that were my favorite were the salad & activated charcoal drink. The rest was good, but not mesmerizing. It is a nice relaxing place to go for a special occasion. They also have a really nice bar area surrounding the preparation of food. To see the kitchen in action was a cool experience! And as well, how every single plate was inspected in such a professional way before going out to the customer. Overall, it's worth an experience if you're looking to explore Italian food and nearby! read more

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My husband and I came for date night on a Saturday Night. We made reservations the night before, so we had to eat at 5:15pm. The vibe inside is very modern and sleek. The staff is really knowledgeable and super nice! We came for Restaurant Week and was very pleased. For $60, you get a four course meal with a variety of options. My favorites were the following: - Stracciatella - String-y cheese paired well with peaches and absolutely delicious focaccia - Hamachi Crudo - Only get 4 pieces, but each were fresh and vibrant! - Summer Salad - Loved the goat cheese and pecan on this salad. - Grilled Branzino - You basically get the whole fish with a few pieces of artichoke! It was alot of protein, but all very fresh - Post Oak Grilled Short Rib - Cooked very well with an apple puree. My husband was pleased with the size - Torta Di Pere - Essentially a deconstructed apple strudel without being overly sweet My husband and I were stuffed at the end of the meal and food pacing was fantastic throughout. Overall, I highly recommend Juniper for your next date night or celebratory meal! read more

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Came here for a friends birthday; beautiful restaurant with wonderful service from Abby!!! She made excellent suggestions from drinks to food. She also went out of her way to help celebrate with us, can't recommend enough!!!! Thanks Abby!!! We appreciate you as much as we appreciate Juniper!!! read more

We love Juniper, sat at bar and had very friendly service and took recommendations on house favorites. Our dinner was delicious and we loved the experience. Also loved the playlist on the speakers. read more

THE BIG: East Austin fine dining Italian Restaurant. The food here is insipired by Northern Italian cuisine. Parking is available via valet or street parking. Gorgeous interior that screams moody modern. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I came here for ARW and wanted to try their 4 course menu. My wife loves fish and got the Branzino while I got the grilled short rib that was *chefs kiss*. The appetizers were quite small with us trying out the Stracciatella and the hamachi crudo. Good thing the salad was there, which was actually a big portion. Finally for dessert, we got the deconstructed apple strudel and a chocolate cake. Wait staff was amazing, kudos! THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall ~$150 was the damage done for 2 tasting menus for Austin Restaurant Week. Definitely nice to come try the four course meal with an awesome ambiance. read more

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We had such a GREAT experience at Juniper! It's small with an elevated vibe inside. We did valet parking - also great service! The wait staff was awesome! When I was undecided on a wine selection they brought a small flight of tastings and helped me land the perfect one. We had the puffy potato which was divine! So light inside and the mustard sauce had a hint of horseradish that was perfect! Also got the Cacio e Pepe whic was their signature pasta- DELISH! The cavatelli with shrimp was also a treat! The desserts were good- i cant recall then names but one was light donuts in a cream and glaze. The other was perfect chocolate with crushed crumbles to dip- it was special! Food AND service 10/10! read more

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I have to say this is probably my favorite restaurant in Austin. Every time I come in it's a different experience and the food is great. I love sitting at the high top bar and being able to watch the chefs cook the food and make the drinks. You can even talk to them while they're prepping everything! The restaurant itself is beautiful. It's dimmly lit with outdoor and indoor seating. My favorite part is walking in through the big door at the front. They have an a la cart menu and a pre set menu to choose from. They also change their menu a lot so your not stuck with the same dishes every time you come in. The whole meal is surprisingly very filling. By the time the main dish comes around I'm definitely feeling stuffed. They are also really great at accommodating allergies and preferences. I highly recommend the cacio e Pepe. I've never had one that's so rich and creamy. No other cacio compared to Juniper's. The puffy potato is also a must try. A very unique dish. The only downside is my experience with the non alcoholic drinks. I just feel like the price to drink size doesn't really fit well. read more

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This is one of my husbands favorite Italian restaurant in Austin so we came here to celebrate his bday. He normally gets the prefix but we wanted to try something new so ordered everything al la carte. Some of my favorites are in this order: -Cacio de Pepe - must try! -Oysters - citrusy and delicious - beef carpaccio- so delicate - Marscapone dessert - it's like a fried donut on top of cold Marscapone. Soooo good - Cod - great main choice read more

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I loved it here! Hands down my new favorite restaurant in Austin. I ordered the filet and it was truly the best steak I've ever had. Cooked to perfection, medium rare and the most perfectly prepared cut it basically melted in my mouth. The focaccia bread was so fresh and soft. I loved their wine and their amazing service! We showed up a little early and they accommodated it and we had such a nice table. I loved the lighting and ambiance, the small, intimate set up with a low noise level allows you to have a great conversation with your dinner. I highly recommend coming here on a date night, I will definitely be back! read more

An upper scale modern restaurant attempt on the east side. Came with a group and they really push on everyone at the table to choose either prix fixe or A la carte but everyone is to choose the same...bummer as that doesn't cater well for ppl with food allergies or simply don't want to do a prix fixe with others at the table. Good concept maybe for 2 ppl vs a group. Echoing others on price point and what you get. We had the scallop crudo and it literally is 1 scallop sliced into 2 pieces. Buccatini was super salty. Overall, maybe our server had an off night, was rushing on getting us to order, no recommendations , was fine until we asked to split the bill and our server definitely showed her frown upon that. Good drinks, great for a one time date night experience. Whoever our "water gal" was, definitely ensured we had water at all times. They do have valet out front. read more

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Ambiance is dark and modern. At 6pm on a Sunday, it wasn't too busy which is nice. We've been before on a Thursday / Friday night and it was packed. Our server was knowledgeable about all the dishes and came by to check on us from time to time. We ordered the 5pc prix fixe menu and the oyster. The whipped ricotta on the bread was so good. And the bread seemed like it might have been a sourdough base which I like - chewier We loved it all. The pei oysters, the Hamachi Crudo, the little lettuce all had amazing flavors from the delicious sauces they put on them. The Cacio pepe was super creamy just the way we like it. The short rib was very tender with a crab hy outside. And the milk and honey dessert was a perfect end to the meal. My favorites were the oysters and Cacio e pepe. They did forget my sablefish but I was already full so asked them to take it off the bill. read more

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Juniper is beautiful and delicious, but that's a crowded field in Austin. For the money, juniper didn't look or taste like they were something special enough to warrant another visit. read more

Apps were delish. Pasta was undercooked but flavorful. Wellness fee at the end? Get out of here! BS. Great staff. Lovely ambiance. read more

Juniper was the best restaurant we went to in Austin! The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. It was my partners birthday, and they personalized the menu with a birthday wish for him. AND, they gave him a bday present of fresh pasta, spices and a little cookie! They really went above and beyond our expectations. Every single dish we got was complex, balanced and just delicious. The squid ink was definitely our favorite, but we loved everything. read more

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The experience at juniper was delightful. We got the tasting menu, seasonally adjusted. Ambiance was dim, sultry, and felt safe. Delicious! read more

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No notes! The second I walked in, I knew I was in for an elevated experience. I had the Tagliatini and it was delicious the ciabatta bread was sooo fresh! I also had an espresso martini for dessert. It had amaretto and tasted like a bit of coffee mixed with a cherry cordial! Service was unbelievable. read more

Went to Juniper for dinner with a friend. We were immediately greeted by the waitress who throughly explained the prix fixe menu and a la carte options. We decided to try the prix fixe menu. The house focaccia with butter and honey was delicious. I started with the puffy potato. They were rich and fluffy. For the next course, I had the endive salad. I enjoyed the consistently and the citrus notes with pomegranate. The butternut squash in the saffron risotto was savory. I had the roasted diver scallops for the main course. They were cooked well. I especially enjoyed the pepper puree. For dessert, I had the milk and honey. The texture of the white chocolate cremeux with the honey gelato was smooth and creamy. I would definitely dine at Juniper again. read more

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Came in for Valentine's Day dinner, they had a pre-set menu, but we ordered off the regular. The short rib was amazing! Great portion, especially to share, as well as the cacio e Pepe which was very cheesy and not over cooked. The beef carpaccio isn't something usually order but it was thicker slices with dollops of horseradish cream, capers, parm cheese, arugula and a nice salt. The grilled octopus wasn't chewy however it had no flavor, it was surprisingly bland. Service was great, would come back to sit at the bar, but that is reservation only as well and was full that night. read more

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Truly incredible food. Every single bite was a 10/10. Cacio e Pepe was one of the best I've had-- and the Rigatoni alla Vodka was a sneaky hit. The service was lovely. Intimate seating, close enough that 6 people can actually hear each other and talk, which is rare and was a nice bonus. Strong recommend!! read more

We sat at the Chef's Counter tonight and it was a fun spot for dinner! It was a great location to watch the bustle of the kitchen. The entire restaurant was holiday festive and a beautiful backdrop to a delicious dinner! Service was attentive and friendly! Food was tasty but a little on the pricey side for some of the dishes - example: $42 for a small serving of sable fish! We had a great time with tonight's dinner and will be back to try the other dishes we didn't get to try this time read more

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So 10/10 I ordered from a la carte menu. And all I had was amazing. They take lot of pride in their work and it shows. Amazing Bartenders who are knowledgeable and willing to help everyone out. Love this place. read more

I love the look and feel of this place! Cocktails and Chef's Table Service were excellent and we ended up doing the 5 course prefix. Food was definitely not bad by any means, but lacking the wow factor in my personal opinion. Great meeting or date night spot if you're feeling Italian for the night! read more

Juniper - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great restaurant for special occasions. Their prix fixe menu is very good. I also liked their cocktail menu. There is no parking lot on site and we used valet parking. I think the food is a bit pricy. read more

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I love Juniper! This is the ultimate date spot, highly recommend the seasonal tasting which is a slightly more robust version of the standard pre fix menu. We were stuffed by the end of it. The vibe - absolutely gorgeous indoors, the bar top as well as outside are equally and experience The staff - courteous The cocktails - you can't go wrong with any. read more

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Been here a few times but this recent visit was a big miss all because of the pasta. For starters the staff, bartender (forgot her name), and kitchen were fabulous. You can tell the chefs work super hard. On to the food, little gem lettuce salad was on point. The big miss was the Paccheri ragu pasta dish. First off Paccheri are basically extra large rigatoni, large tubes. This dish featured small ribbon type pasta. Why call it Paccheri? The ragu sauce had a super distinct and overpowering amount of nutmeg flavor and all topped with a massive amount of sliced green olives. I get that a little bit nutmeg is meant to counter the gaminess of the meat but come on guys. These additions were so overpowering and ruined what could have been a much better dish. Lastly the chocolate budino was pretty good, not too sweet but nice and savory. ((Nicholas feel free to ping me for a consult)) read more

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If you want a unique culinary experience, try the Prix Fixe menu at Juniper. I brought my partner here to celebrate his birthday, and we had such a great time. The Prix Fixe had a lot of great options. Our server took down each of our five courses at the start and paced them out throughout a 1.5 hour dinner reservation. Definitely get a reservation. We went on a Thursday night, and it was packed. We started with the focaccia with whipped ricotta and honey. The focaccia was so thick and chewy in the best way. The ricotta melted in your mouth like butter with the honey giving it a sweet kick. The puffy potatoes were so airy, and the dip packed a creamy punch. The salads were amazing and beautiful. I almost didn't want to eat it. The Cacio e Pepe was decadent and creamy; I didn't leave a spare noodle on the plate. The short rib was very tender and left just enough chew for a satisfying bite. I thought it was very well seasoned and had a nice crunchy exterior. My partner loved the scallops. By the time dessert rolled around, we were stuffed! But we ate it anyway! My partner loved the candy bar. The milk and honey was such a unique dessert. Honey gelato served over a crunchy crumb with a honey comb-esque topper, and beside it, a sweet, white chocolate cremeux with edible flowers and jam. I've been thinking about it for a week now. Service was also excellent. Our server was funny and was very excited about the menu which made us excited! Sensory wise- it's pretty dim and intimate which I loved and appreciated as a neurodivergent person. We had a candle at our table. The noise levels inside were at a medium level. There is valet and adjacent lot parking available for a fee. I felt that the pricing was fair for the quantity and quality of the food we got- each course averaging about $17. We were full for hours after! We'll definitely be back to try the a la cart options. read more

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We reserved seats for a Thursday night at the chef's counter which I recommend to see the kitchen at work. You can't go wrong with the standard indoor seating if the chef's counter isn't available. We had no wait and service was prompt. We chose The Prix Fixe option and our server, I think his name was Josh, explained the menu and options very well and our dishes came out in a timely manner, not rushed or a long wait. He also made sure we didn't have any dietary restrictions. Each dish was flavorful and for us overall it was the perfect amount of food. They're smaller dishes but a good way to try out a little bit of everything. Come with a decent appetite! The service was great and the staff was very friendly and attentive. Will be coming back to try out the a la carte and those delicious desserts. read more

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When we first arrived here we got valet and that was $12. Then we walked in and we're greeted and told our table would be ready shortly because the people at our table had just gotten their desserts. I took a star away for these two reasons. We waited for 20 minutes to be seated even though we had a reservation. We were greeted immediately by our server when we were seated. She took our appetizer order and made sure we were comfortable making a decision about whether or not we would want the Prix Fixe or just ordering off the menu. We decided to go with the Prix Fixe $85 a person. It was delicious! The server suggested that because then we could share everything if we wanted. The Focaccia came out first and it was delicious. The butter and honey spread was divine! Then the second course came and the salads were also just as tasty. One gentleman in our party is not a fan of salads and ate his all up! That is how you k ow it's a good salad! After the salad came our pasta. We all got the Cacciao E Pepe and it was heavenly! Two people in our group gave it high praise and that is unlike them! I personally wish I only had this dish because it was so wonderful! I did not want it to end! After it did end there were still 2 more courses. Then we got our short rib and the scallops. I highly recommend both because they are great! Very tasty! My table also got an item that was on the a la carte menu which was the Octopus. It made all of us happy! The desserts came after the meats and we were so full we only had room to try the desserts which shocked me! I have never been so full that I could not finish a decadent amazing dessert but that happened to me. I got the pumpkin brûlée and my husband got the Candy Bar. Overall, aside for the wait and lengthy wait to be seated, I would recommend this restaurant to everyone! It is a fancy attire restaurant and it can be loud in there like most other establishments; definitely save up to go because you will not regret coming here. Everyone left happy and VERY full! read more

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This restaurant goes above and beyond for their guests to enjoy their meal. The presentation of everything from the drinks to the appetizers, to the main course! Superbly done!! It was a friends birthday and the menu was made with happy birthday Stacey printed on the top! It was such a special thing to do. At the end of the meal, all the staff signed a menu and presented her with a gift box of snacks and a treat of assorted spices!!!! The food was AMAZING! I am very nervous eating things out of my normal box, but a friend I was with is a competitive chef, and eats anything and everything, so I trusted her judgement for picking the food. I swear we had almost one of everything in the menu and shared it all. The Prosecco gelee was fun, theory left lettuce was incredible, the grilled focaccia was delicious. I was more than excited with every bite I ate!! Do not be afraid to try it all, you will not be disappointed!! read more

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Juniper has everything I loved their take on Italian food. I was happy and excited to try many of their dish offerings. I went with a larger group and we had the Prix Fixe Menu which had a plethora of options and a tremendous amount of food. The ambiance, atmosphere and service were all A+. Tentative, informative, and welcoming. Amazing! The food highlights: - Ribeye Tartare , so unique with all the flavors brought together and crunch of nuts and fantastic notes of lemon too - Little Lettuce , this was a light yet super flavorful salad that was refreshing and the perfect amount - Cacio e Pepe - almost an Alfredo with how creamy but light and refreshing. So so tasty and I highly recommend this. - Ricotta Gnochi w/ lobster , this was the best pasta dish as the flavors were so unique and intensely rich. Loved this dish so much and highly recommend. - Panna Cotta & Chocolate Oat Cake , these were outstanding ways to end the meal. Exquisite choices. For drinks: - the Roman holiday was amazing. Crazy unique and a great sipper for the night. - Alfanso Rotolo Bianco - fantastic glass of white that's crisp and smooth All in all, Juniper was amazing! read more

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Visited Juniper for my birthday and it was one of the best celebratory meals I've had. First of all, the service was impeccable and our waiter made our experience that much better. The restaurant had a great ambiance, and I loved the open kitchen concept. The quality and taste of the food is incredible too. We had the prix fixe option and the portions were just perfect. The Cacio e Pepe, beef tartare and the crudo were to die for. I would definitely come back for these Also, at the end they brought me a dessert with a candle and also gave me a little box that had baked goods and the menu of the day signed by all the entire Juniper team. I had never been to a restaurant where they were so personable and made me feel so special! I was truly blown away, not only by the food but also the sweet gesture! I highly recommend coming to Juniper for a special occasion! read more

If you are looking for an upscale Italian spot in Austin, Texas this is one place you should consider. This is a place for a great date night or to celebrate with friends. Food was exquisite. Service matched the ambiance of the restaurant. We went to celebrate a birthday and they made sure we had a great time. Great time increments between servings since we ordered the prix fixe menu. Not one thing we didn't enjoy. Pasta cooked to perfection, attentive and knowledgeable waitstaff along with a nice atmosphere made for a special night. If there is one thing, parking can be hard to find in that area. Luckily for us the valet let us park right in front of the restaurant which made it feel even more special. read more

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