Always delicious!! Staff is welcoming and attentive! Thank you for all yall do!! read more

Wonderful servers! Kenia is fantastic, very helpful. Minerva is also wonderful . I go there often and she goes out of her way to make sure we have enough chairs and our table is clean. read more

This is our favorite Italian place in Austin. That's probably hard to believe for a place where you stand in line to order at a counter. It's not really a 'nice' date place but the food is really excellent. I always get the eggplant parmesan. The best in town. Very light on the bread crumbs, super high in eggplant tastiness. The marinara is very good. My wife usually gets the spahetti with Italian sausuage, which is always good. The insalata mista is very nice with the house vinaigrette and plenty for two to share. The complementary focaccia is delicious. The desserts are great. I like the cookies, especially the pignolini, and the cannoli are very good. My wife always gets gelato, especially stracciatella, when they have it. The prices are reasonable, probably higher than you'd expect for counter service, but worth it for the food quality. Staff is always friendly and attentive. It gets really crowded so be prepared to wait. It's worth it. read more

My fiancé had to fast for a procedure at Seton. He was pretty hungry after words so we stopped here based on Yelp reviews. We were not disappointed. This restaurant has you placed your orders at the register and they are brought out to you from the kitchen by staff. They have a pretty varied selection of Italian dishes on the menu. Started with the bruschetta and had chicken piccata for the main entrée. The bruschetta was excellent. It was crispy and the tomatoes were very flavorful. The bread itself could've been sliced a bit thinner but overall it was very well done. The chicken piccata had a bright lemon flavor that was enhanced with the capers. The chicken was accompanied by fresh pasta laden with butter and Parmesan cheese. All in all it was a satisfying experience. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Recommend recommended. read more

Mandola's Italian - Chicken piccata - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Nothing says authentic Italian food like the chefs and wait staff yelling out the orders in Spanish. Other than that, it's pretty mid.

It's been three years and almost 250 reviews later since our last visit here. After you place your order at the counter, they'll show up with some complementary focaccia bread and oil. There's plenty of dining space inside and lots of tables outside. And yes, this is another one of those businesses where the tip screen greets you at the end of placing your order. I really like their pizzas they make here, although they no longer make a large, which would give you plenty to take home, you'll also need a couple of napkins to sop up the grease. The Caesar salad is very fresh and be sure to add some chicken. The food here is always consistently very good which keeps their winning formula going forward. If you have any room left after the meal, be sure to check out their gelato and dessert bar. 10 photos included for more insight. read more

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Mandola's Italian Kitchen was awesome. The place has really Italian vibes and felt super homey. You order at the front and they bring the food to your table. For mains, we had gnocchi and the ziti. The ziti was the daily special and both were full of flavor and cooked perfectly. On the side, we got sausage links and meatballs just to try a little bit of everything. They were so good and honestly made the meal even better. For dessert, we grabbed gelato. I asked for a small chunk of lemon and ended up with a giant lemon peel on my tiny ice cream, which was hilarious. Everything was seriously good. Can't wait to come back and try more. read more

Mandola's Italian - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Always a choice when returning to visit Austin family! We love sitting outdoors by the fountain. Food is awesome, this time lasagna, pizza, eggplant and of course gelato! The lady at the gelato was specifically welcoming to us! read more

A True Austin Gem with Exceptional Service Mandola's in Austin is one of those rare places where the food, atmosphere, and service all shine equally. The flavors are rich, comforting, and authentically Italian -- but what truly makes the experience memorable is the hospitality. A huge shoutout to Steven, the manager, who went above and beyond to make sure our visit was not just enjoyable, but unforgettable. His warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail made us feel genuinely welcome -- like family. Whether it was recommending a perfect pairing or checking in personally with a kind smile, Steven's leadership and presence elevated the entire dining experience. It's not every day you find a place where the staff clearly takes pride in what they do. Mandola's is that kind of place. Highly recommend for a casual lunch, a cozy dinner, or even just a quick stop for dessert and espresso. Ask for Steven -- you'll be in great hands! read more

Mandola's Italian - Mozzarella - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Very good food and ambiance! Would definitely recommend! Austin is an amazing town Service was great. Super fast. In and out! read more

Mandola's Italian - Entree of Salmon with a lemon. Very Hashimoto's friendly!!! - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

We got take-out from here a couple of times so this review will reflect that rather than a visit to the restaurant. Being half-Italian and from the east coast I'm a bit of a snob when it comes to Italian food. I'll say the spaghetti and meatballs are good. The sauce has good flavor. Everything is good. Not spectacular or out-of-this-world, nor does it take me back to being in Italy. But, if you're hungry and want something good, this is a decent place for that. read more

Mandola's Italian - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Yummy food and very fast service. Our food was ready in less than 15 minutes! The vibe is nice for a quick bite of good Italian food. They also have a wide variety of desserts and gelato that all looked good. read more

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I've been to Mandola's a few times and have tried different things on their menu, but still can't form a definite opinion on the food. The service is incredible, super nice staff! You go up and order at the counter and then they will bring the food out to you. There's plenty of indoor seating and some outdoor seating as well. There's plenty of different pastas to choose from and the portions are very large so I would recommend getting a few and sharing with the table. The deserts are so good, my personal favorite is the tiramisu. Would definitely recommend getting it if you go. read more

Went here with a large group and were able to find a table to accommodate all nine of us. The manager served complimentary cookies to our table. We left no food behind. Perfect for ravenous swimmers. read more

Great lunch option for nearby offices. Quick to order and fast service. Clean and spacious environment. They offer cakes and ice creams for dessert. Highly recommend for the locals. read more

Mandola's Italian - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Gianna best server ever , awesome experience and food was great. Highly recommend!! Drinks were amazing as well.

We stopped by their triangle location as we heard that their cannolis are really good. We tried a number of times to visit their Cedar Park location but it's always chaotic busy. From what I heard this location is more civilized. Well, I'm here to report that the cannoilis are, as advertised, good. Detour....Being a transplanted Masshole I am spoiled by Boston North End chocolate, vanilla, and ricotta cannolis. Is there anywhere around here that makes a chocolate cannoli? Mandola's cannolis are freshly made and the shells are crunchy, which is key. If you have ever had a cannoli with a soft shell, you know what I mean. Mandola makes a righteous cannoli stuffed with sweetened ricotta, candied orange peel, chocolate chips, & cinnamon, and lightly dusted with powdered sugar. We washed down our cannoli with a very good cappuccino and café latte coffees. Shout out to their management team as we inquired about their catering service. Both managers greatly assisted us by providing guidance, menus, and contact Info. Exemplary customer service! We are looking forward to returning to explore their menu. read more

This Italian place had a lovely cozy and relaxed atmosphere. Everyone was very nice and welcoming. They start you off with fresh bread and herb olive oil for dipping. The food comes out pretty fast afterwards. Watch out, the plates are super hot. We ordered the Spaghetti with Meatballs and the Sunday special Baked Ziti. The former is a great classic with nice garlicky flavor and dense meatballs. The latter had a creamy sauce with sausage and mushrooms. I liked that it was topped with lots of mozzarella cheese and baked in a casserole dish, making it super stretchy. Both had huge portions and we were super stuffed afterwards. They have a dessert counter with gelato, cakes, and coffee that we will check out next time. read more

Mandola's Italian - Spaghetti with Meatballs (top) and Baked Ziti (bottom) - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place is amazing if you want good Italian food and gelato!! It's a perfect little date night spot without the wait. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars from me is because the Lasagna had 0 meat in it :(. It was basically only cheese and sauce. The free bread & oil they give you is so yummy. The Bruschetta was absolutely amazing! The gelato is the icing on the cake. There is plenty of parking available and parking garages too!! This place is a gem, I always leave happy! read more

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Showed up, and immediately was greeted with a friendly smile from Steven. When I told him that we had never been here, he explained how it worked being there. After eating our main meal he sweetly checked on us and said that he hoped we had a wonderful visit. And it was all so good and the staff were so friendly and helpful! The kids even got a free gelato cup with their meal! So good for the whole family! Definitely recommend!! read more

Mandola's Italian - Gelato love - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Everything was amazing! Dinner service and dessert. I'd give 10 stars if I could! Got the Alfredo for dinner and salted caramel gelato read more

Mandola's Italian - Had this salt caramel for dessert and also had the fettuccine Alfredo for dinner. I'd give this restaurant a 10 star if I could. - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

I recently ordered a large order from Mandola's for a celebration. Several large dishes of lasagnas and salads, tiramisu, and bread, plus a couple of chafing dishes. The food was fresh, delicious, and perfect for the event. Mandola's staff were friendly and helpful and everything was well packaged and easy to carry and set up. I recommend Mandola's for any large event. read more

Mandola's Italian - Mandola's tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Wonderful friendly service from the time we entered the restaurant until we walked out the door. Food was good and kid's portions are a big size. We will be back! read more

I used to enjoy coming here and eating their wonderful food. Unfortunately, the last time I went, which was one day ago the service was horrible and rude, they didn't tell us where to order and I had to ask around. The servers slammed our food on the table and needless to say they did not get a tip. The manager sent that neither me or my dining companion were very happy and tried to bribe us with free dessert which we did not eat. I don't think I'll ever be going back to that establishment. read more

Mandola's is a great place for affordable Italian food! I've been here many times in the past and I'm happy to see that it is still thriving! Service is very quick. After we ordered and sat down, our food came out in minutes. If you are having trouble picking what to eat, their daily special menu offers some great food. I also like how you can self-serve with getting utensils and to-go boxes. You already pay when you order, so there's no need to wait for a server, which works because Mandola's can crowded. The have many tables inside and outside. The bruschetta tastes good, but the ingredients are quite simple, so I probably won't get it again. I like the baked ziti! Wasn't too cheesy, so I was also able to eat some panini. Each table comes with complimentary bread and oil. They have a variety of Italian food and also a section just for gelato! I didn't get some this time because I was full but their gelato is really good too. There's a nice fountain outside! It's located inside the Triangle, so you can also stroll around and check out other places. Parking is easy to find. read more

Mandola's Italian - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Excellent and authentic! The location is fabulous and the restaurant is rather large. The service is order it yourself and pay before you eat. The prices are fantastic. The meat sauce is the best ive ever had! read more

Great food, quick service, and the friendliest staff you'll find in Austin. Everyone we spoke to helped us with a smile. Highly recommend.

This place is great! When you walk in the fresh smell of cheese and food hits and the salivating begins! The vibe is amazing with the open kitchen and casual dining style. The first time I went I was greeted by the manager and he gave us some complimentary treats! Never had a bad meal here, gotta try it! read more

Terrific little restaurant. Both entrees were wonderful. It was our first visit, and the manager added a free sampling of their cookies to add to our wonderful meal. Definitely a family friendly environment. Try the house Chianti read more

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Just got lunch here. It was a reasonably priced, well portioned meal. The atmosphere at the restaurant was enjoyable. The employees were very friendly, it was overall a great experience. read more

We just love this place! For several years, we made it a habit of coming here for pizza. What I love most about Mandola's Italian Kitchen is how easy it is to get your food. You may spend a few minutes in the line to order, but then, once you have your number, it's just minutes before you're served. And the complimentary focaccia bread with olive oil comes even faster. I really love their no-fuss way of running a restaurant, especially against the background of so many hyped-up places in Austin where it's a competitive sport just to get through the door. The pizza at Mandola's is not the greatest the world has ever seen (they use quite a bit of oil, and the cheese is on the salty side); and the same is true for most of their entrees. But it is a very satisfying fare, without pretensions. The atmosphere inside is a nice combination of spatiousness, hominess, and casual charm, while the outdoor seating allows you to enjoy the balmy evenings of Texas (the only minus being the cars that park in front for pick-up, sometimes leaving their engines and beams on). read more

10/10 first time. the staff is very friendly (shoutout to Kenya) and they made me feel special as a first time guest. the food is fantastic, the place is clean and fun. will be returning with friends. read more

Ordered the chicken parm which came with a tomato sauce on the chicken and Alfredo pasta.... When I tell you this is the best Alfredo pasta I've ever had, I'm not exaggerating. Even my boyfriend offered to "help me" finish the plate when I let him try some (HA!) However, I give 4 stars because the dessert and my boyfriend's plate didn't live up to mine. Wished for more consistency but again, that chicken parm is top tier. read more

Came with a small group for a work lunch. Ordering at the front was straight forward. I ordered the Tuesday special which was the chicken picatta. I personally really enjoyed it and originally planned to save some for leftovers and next thing I knew I was clean plate club. Also ordered a tiramisu to go, which was also good but maybe not my personal favorite within the Austin area. read more

Had lunch here and the food did not disappoint. The salad was fresh and delicious and the pasta was chefs kiss . The to go server was accurate with my order and the environment was great. They have great dessert options as well read more

Mandola's Italian - Shrimp and chicken fettuccine Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

Pleasantly surprised on how good the food and service was here. We were diverted here when our favorite barbecue place is closed on Mondays. I started with a side of Caesar salad which was delectable. Very fresh and tasty with not overly soaked with Caesar dressing. We address the mozzarella sticks which were actually triangular and cooked to perfection. The side marinara was very authentic Italian. I had the chicken focaccia sandwich which consisted of Grilled herb oil basted chicken breast with roasted tomatoes, pesto mayo & provolone on homemade focaccia; served hot from the panini press. They also bring out fresh focaccia bread when you first sit down. I would recommend this place. read more

Mandola's Italian - Italian Near Me - Austin, Texas

A classic. The chicken parm was phenomenal, fried to perfection, there wasnt a crazy amount of thick cheese, the pasta portion was perfect. I really enjoyed it! We sat outside and was served bread. Atmosphere was great, service was quick, no complaints! read more

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Giving this place a 4/5 for my last visit. Gave them another try after being sorely disappointed by their Alfredo pasta I had years ago. I had their shrimp scampi with a side of Alfredo pasta and this time the Alfredo pasta was actually good and the shrimp was amazing. I probably would have given this place a 5/5 for the shrimp scampi alone, but I'm still sore about my first try of the food here. Maybe after multiple more visits here I will consider changing it to a 5/5 read more

Went specially for gluten free pastas and bread. Was not disappointed! Friendly staff; great menu choices.

First, I will say they had great hospitality and were really friendly. They noticed it was our first time there and brought over a slice of chocolate cake and some gluten free cookies for me. Super nice! Unfortunately, the food was nothing special. Both my husband and I agreed we didn't love our food. I got gluten free spaghetti and Italian sausage and he got the Fettuccine with chicken. read more