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Our food was excellent well prepared and the service was great too! First time visiting and it didn't disappoint. Love this place my 10oz filet was well prepared and the Italian bread was so soft and crunchy. I especially love the wood grilled flavor in my steak. We enjoyed dessert salted caramel gelato with espresso coffee. The ambiance is unique we sat in a booth by the bar. I definitely will return.
Red Ash is overpriced and dare I say overrated now that there are a lot of newer Italians spots opening in Austin. Starting off strong, the service was amazing. The staff was attentive and playful without being overbearing. Their burrata small plate was decent but for $19 I was kind of annoyed that we had to order extra bread on the side to have enough for the dish. The pasta in the Frutti Di Mare and Tagliolini with Fresh Blue Crab were all overcooked and kind of soggy. It almost feels like they were using the fancy seafood to hide the subpar pasta. The pasta in the spaghetti was al dente but I wasn't wowed by the sauce, it was under salted and too acidic. The portion sizes on the pasta entrees were very generous which made the price a but more acceptable. The Asian Pear Salad was basically leaves with very little toppings and I can't even remember there being a citrus vinaigrette it was that dry.
We've always heard so much hype about Red Ash and just had to try for ourselves. Takes a few months to get a reservation. I had made a reservation a few weeks prior for our anniversary month. When we sat at our table they had a cute little greeting card from the staff wishing us a happy anniversary. Pro Tip: Just make a reservation way in advance and if you make it you make it. Even if you don't think you will be able to make it. If you can't go just cancel with enough advance. We started with the Meatballs that pair wonderfully with their Italian Bread. Flavorful and plentiful dish and def get the bread! Next came the Bone Marrow & Tuna Crudo. I will say though for some reason after we finished our Meatballs it took them quite a while to bring our dishes after that. Bone Marrow was divine and also paired well with the Italian Bread. Tuna Crudo was not what I expected because it was warm and I was expecting it to be cold. But it was good and I love eggplant. Our main dish was the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese. From the description it seemed to hit all the boxes since we are meat lovers (contains braised beef & pork shoulder) and truffle. I love me some truffle. When we ordered the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese I asked him does it have a lot of truffle flavor because I love truffle. He said oh we can definitely add more truffle if you would like when the dish comes out. When the dish came they had the chef come shave an extra truffle on the dish. I honestly could not taste the difference. Was not enough truffle flavor for me. Note the extra truffle is an added charge. Overall lovely experience. If we return we will need to try some different dishes to give it another try.
The Agnolotti pasta was really good, so much so I had to scrape every ounce of the sauce off the plate. The bone marrow was also pretty solid. However, I didn't really feel like the Blue crab pasta lives up to the hype. The noodle was a little dry and the sauce flavor was a little plain in my opinion.
5 stars for appetizers and dessert 4 stars for main The appetizers and desserts were excellent. The appetizers were just really done so well, though pricey. The steak trimmings bruschetta was a single slice of bread, but it was loaded with both perfect medium rare steak and delicious mushrooms. Add maybe a $4 order of two slices of their garlic bread, and you could perhaps call this an entree. The octopus was perfectly tender and came sitting in a delicious almost-stew that made the dish heartier. Again, kind of expensive for the single skewer (about 6 pieces) of octopus. We got one of the most expensive mains -- the cold lobster tails scampi style with spaghettini. There were five small lobster tails, which isn't bad. Flavor was just fine. The pasta on the side was just fine, just cooked beyond al dente in a simple tomato sauce. It was a little surprising the pasta didn't have lobster flavor or even scampi flavor. Felt like two very different dishes on the plate. This dish also came with a slice of bread. Their bread is great. We also got the special-- morel mushrooms over polenta and a poached egg. It tasted great but was probably the thinnest, smallest serving of polenta I've ever had. The desserts is where Red Ash then redeemed itself. The tiramisu is great...AND HUGE. Double the size I would have expected. And they don't say it on the menu, but you can order a single scoop of gelato for $4. Parking is always challenging downtown; we got super lucky with someone leaving street parking just as we got there. It's very noisy inside. Why do downtown restaurants insist on having no sound dampening?
We had a wonderful date night at Red Ash and finally understood why it's one of Austin's most talked‑about restaurants. We booked our 6:45pm reservation two months out, arrived a little early, and were seated at the bar right away--already a great start. Drinks: She ordered the Heat of Passion and I went with the Satan's Circus. Both were solid cocktails, but the Heat of Passion definitely stole the show with brighter, more pronounced flavors. Mine was good, though the chilis were much more subtle than expected. Starters: We started with the burrata with tomatoes and the bone marrow. The burrata itself was outstanding--creamy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The tomatoes were good but could have used a touch more seasoning, though it seemed they were going for a "let the ingredients shine" approach. The bone marrow, however, was phenomenal. Rich, buttery, and paired perfectly with the extra bread it came with (which was helpful since we devoured the burrata's bread instantly). It was my first time trying marrow, and it was a "when in Rome" moment I'm glad I had. Entrées: We shared the potato gnocchi (small portion) and the blue crab pasta (full portion). The crab pasta was flavorful and well‑balanced, but the gnocchi packed such a punch that you really had to alternate bites or it would overshadow the other dish entirely. For what it's worth, we're not huge seafood people, so that may have influenced our impressions--but both dishes were delicious in their own way. Dessert: We debated between the olive oil cake and the chocolate cake, and finally chose the chocolate hazelnut volcano cake. Zero regrets. Rich, warm, and decadent--halfway through I was ready for a nap in the best possible way. Ambience: The building itself is thoughtful and stylish. There was music playing (sounded like Bad Bunny vibes), but it was hard to hear over the crowd--if anything, lowering it might make conversations easier. Service: Sitting at the bar ended up being a great choice. The bartender was attentive, helpful with recommendations, and kept the experience smooth from start to finish. Overall: A fantastic evening and absolutely worth the hype. We completely understand why people rave about Red Ash.
Enjoyed an amazing birthday dinner here. We were seated next to the fire which was nice cozy ambiance. Garlic bread was a great start. The gnocchi pasta was to die for!!!! Roasted chicken was pretty solid. Their panna cotta was the perfect ending to our meal, I prefer it over the tiramisu. Service was excellent.
Came here with some friends and ordered a bunch of stuff on the menu. While we enjoyed everything, there definitely were some standouts, namely the pastas. I loveddd the Frutti Di Mare and the Blue Crab Pasta. Sometimes Frutti Di Mare can be a bit "fishy" but Red Ash's was a 10/10. I absolutely would get it again. The Blue Crab Pasta was also a 10/10. So perfect. The Osso Buco was good but for the price, I would probably venture elsewhere on the menu.
We managed to sneak in here on a Monday night and find bar seating at around 8:30 PM. I was later told it takes months to get a reservation, and after trying the food and feeling the vibes, I could see why. Intimate, but casual environment with friendly service. The lighting is spot on: not too dark, not too bright. We shared the meatballs and the osso bucco and a bottle of wine. The osso bucco was probably among the best I've had. The wine list is quite extensive and you can find some pretty good values. I like it here so much I tried to get back in the following night. This is rare for me. When I'm away traveling for work, I always try to hit different spots, but it was that good. Unfortunately for me, my luck ran out. They couldn't even squeeze me in at the bar.
One of my favorite spots in Austin! The food was great and the vibes are there. It does get super busy, and our reservation had to be made 3 months in advance as there was nothing available. The space can get crowded and loud, and you will have to wait a bit past your reservation time to get your table. We sat at the bar and it was okay. Service is friendly, but slow. This was my first time trying bone marrow and it was underwhelming, but it was cool to try. The steak was amazing and will def be trying the rest on the menu. The ravioli was good and the spaghetti with meatballs was good too! Overall, it's a great spot and totally recommend trying at least once. My main callout is to expect to do a lot of waiting for your food, especially if you're there during prime dinner hours. Our reservation was for 7pm and we left around 10pm.
Fantastic first visit to this place that we've been excited to try. Reservations were a bit challenging so now we know to book far in advance, plan ahead! Paid parking is directly across the street, minimum for 2 hours was $27 and can always be extended however the restaurant allows 1 hr 45 minutes to dine. Valet is available. We chose to sit near the cooks which was very entertaining. It's amazing to watch how focused each chef was, attention to detail and composure! It made us want everything on the menu. Our waitstaff was Stephen who was cordial and helpful. Since this was our first, and definitely not our last, we started with the burrata appetizer which was a hardy portion with leftovers. Friends recommended the osso bucco so we got that and husband got the rigatoni with sausage. Both were delicious while the osso bucco was full of flavor and tender, the rigatoni was also a hit! Portions were very generous with lots of leftovers to enjoy a 2nd and 3rd time. We cannot wait to return so we can order an array of smaller portions so we have the opportunity of trying different menu items! We were extremely full for desserts so this will definitely be had with smaller plate selections. Thank you for an enjoyable evening, we will be back!
We finally got a reservation to dine at Red Ash! Let me tell you this, it was eventful. We ordered the following items and I've listed my opinion of these items line by line. HOT AND CRISPY COUNTRY ITALIAN BREAD ( loved it) *SQUASH BLOSSOMS ( loved it) OCTOPUS A LA PLANCHA (loved it) WILD RED SNAPPER A LA PLANCHA "LIVORNESE. (Liked it) OSSO BUCO MILANESE (loved it) TAGLIOLINI WITH FRESH BLUE CRAB (loved it) CHARRED SWEET CORN RISOTTO "GRATINATA ( liked it) I started off with moscato it was delicious and honestly I'm pissed I didn't just order a whole bottle. Do not make the mistake I did.... Just get the bottle. The mood, food, service and decor of this place is a vibe. I enjoyed all the aspects. Now let's get down to why this experience was eventful. During the meal I saw something fly by. "Fly" as in a bird flew by. I thought I was seeing things. Nope, I did indeed see a pigeon fly by the table about 3 times. It did not land on my table but it did land on the railing near a table 3 table tops away. After a couple screams the bird landed in a ceiling area. Since we were dining on the 2nd floor we had a good view of it. We became fascinated concerning where the bird would go next. We took a few pictures of it; tried to get a video of it in flight. I think we missed out on that. We did notice the bird kept turning around. It did in fact poop on the table below where a couple was having drinks. They were promptly moved to another area in the restaurant. Our waiter kept tell us this sort of thing never happens. I don't know if that is true. It was our 1st time visiting.
We ordered a lot of small plates and 2 half pastas. For small plates: octopus, bone marrow and tomato burrata. For the mains I got the rigatoni and bolognese. All in all, I was a little disappointed because of all the raving reviews and how long it takes to get a reservation here. The bone marrow was just that and bread. I'm used to it coming with some citrus to cut the fat. Octopus was super tender but not that flavorful. The tomato burrata was so good and my favorite small plate. The bolognese was a bit bland for me and wasn't my favorite. The rigatoni sauce was perfect and had great heat to it. I wasn't a fan of the firmness of the noodles. I prefer mine a little softer. The ambience and service was nice. However, I'm rating only the food read more
This is my second time dining at Red Ash. I really really want to love this place but my last two meals have been eh. Maybe I'm ordering wrong IDK. The restaurant is stunning, the staff is incredible, the dishes come out beautiful but my pasta just doesn't deliver for me. And I LOVE my pasta. I had the spaghettini alla vongole (sometimes I want a lighter dish). It's almost like the pasta just isn't cooked enough for me. It was dry, not enough sauce. IDK. The bone marrow risotto is amazing as well as the succulent osso buco. You can't go wrong with veal. I'm still coming back but there are other pasta places to try and see if they can deliver what I'm looking for! read more
No doubt one of the best Italia restaurants in Austin ! Definite my #1 Italian restaurant in Austin ! Food is always amazing and cute ambience and the service is always top notch. Frequent this restaurant at least 3-4 times a year if we can get in as it is always hard to get reservations! read more
The food was delicious. Both the crab pasta and the seafood pasta had a generous amount of linguine and seafood. One of my clams was closed (you can't eat a clam if it doesn't open up as it means it was dead before it was caught and can make you sick.) I was a little surprised that they didn't notice that, but they brought me a little cup of extra clams to make up for it which I appreciated. But I have to remove one star for the ambiance. We told them in advance that it was our anniversary dinner and very special. While they gave us a card which was a nice touch we were seated right next to another couple and the loud kitchen. It was truly disappointing as it took away the romantic aspect. We were seated so close to the couple next to us, it was as if we were dining with them. There was zero privacy to speak and on the other side was the loud and hot kitchen. I was quite disappointed they didn't seat us upstairs or anywhere else where we weren't on another couples lap. It was 8:30 on a Wednesday so you'd think they could accommodate for a special event. read more
6 months ago
Amazing service and amazing dishes, although the pasta was my least favorite! Loved how tender the octopus was and the steak app, and the cream filled donuts for dessert were amazing. Super knowledgeable staff and amazing ambiance! read more
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All I have to say is just ask for Josh as your server and leave the decisions up to him. You won't be disappointed especially if you are a bourbon guy or girl just trust him! From drinks to food he makes the experience an unforgettable one! Just trust the process! read more
Dang it. Red Ash crushed it. I mean, this isn't necessarily a bad thing. We have been passionate supporters of Vespaio for over two decades and it has always been out special date night/celebration spot. Now the conundrum is when we are downtown, where do we go to get Italian. Ash has stepped up big time. If we can get in. More about that later. Red Ash is the hottest ticket in town and we can see why. I was fortunate to score an early 5.15pm reservation on a Friday. This was after trying for 2 months to book a time. The trick here was I just randomly logged on their website thursday prior to our birthday celebration and there was a time available. So I grabbed it. However, some intel, I would say if you get there at 4.45pm and don't mind being seated at the bar and there are two of you, I feel you will be in luck. However, they do want to turn those spaces every 1.5hrs. Anyway, all that aside. What did we eat? OCTOPUS A LA PLANCHA, FRUTTI DI MARE, CHARRED SWEET CORN RISOTTO "GRATINATA, HOT AND CRISPY COUNTRY ITALIAN BREAD, WOOD ROASTED MEATBALLS and TAGLIATELLE ALLA BOLOGNESE. Complete and total overkill. No way we could eat all this. I could go through each of these nosh buckets of food, but we would be here for awhile. I'll just hit the highlights. Octopus: Full sucker covered tentacles, nicely charred, tender and seasoned perfectly. Tender, like someone who understands you need to spend time with octopus to get this tender and delicious. I plowed through them before I had time to take a photo. Bread: Just get this. Bread flown in just for the restaurant, deserves to be in your tummy. Loads of garlic, butter and crunchy texture and loads of it. Frutti: Who doesn't like a perfectly grilled lobster tail, shrimp, bunches of clams/mussels on a bed of homemade squid ink and white pasta. Well my spouse, she's allergic to shell fish that's who. Me, not so much allergic. Here's the difference from the Cioppino dishes I have enjoyed in the past. The sauce. Ash's broth/sauce was not overburdened with tomato paste/juice. It was balanced and subtle, allowing all the seafood to blend with the broth and not having the broth be taste forward. Risotto: Yeah, get this. Barely was able to get but a couple of spoonfuls in me, but it was even better the next day. Sweet, fresh and bright with a loose risotto. Corn lovers delight. Balls: Wow, here the broth/tomato sauce was hearty and blended with the perfectly cooked meatballs. The meatballs themselves, had to be a combination of perhaps beef/pork. Nice soft polenta rounded out the dish. Bolognese: As with everything here, fresh pasta, loving prepared gently simmered bolognese hit the mark. It was everything Suzie wanted and better then mine. I got nothing more to add, great execution and perfect pasta dinner. Along with an amazing space to have a restaurant, our server Amanda was epic. Around when we needed her, informative of the menu and what she liked and was able to provide detailed information about every dish we asked about. Perfect knowledge of their wine list and paired our meal perfectly. She even brought us a little birthday surprise afters for Suzie. She packed up all our leftovers for later. She is a industry professional with the restaurant from the very beginning. Ask for her, she's a gem. The Hype is real and now we need to plan to include Ash often. read more
9:15pm reservation? WORTH IT!! i got a NA drink and it tasted like a cucumber juice, very refreshing and hydrating. We got 3 entrees to share and they were all delicious. The blue crab pasta is never a miss, they give lots of meat which is great! The bone marrow risotto is for mushroom LOVERS!! Lots of different types of mushrooms and the dish was creamy, filling, and rich! The plate is huge and it was hard to finish because its so rich! Do I think this is the best italian spot in austin? No, but its worth a try! Good ambiance, good service, and good portions! read more
11 months ago
We made this reservation a month in advance. Everyone talks about how incredible this spot is and how difficult it is to get a reservation. We came to celebrate my coworker's promotion and were seated right at the bar. Space is open with lots of light. It was lively inside, even for a 5:30p reservation. People came dressed casual to a little more dressed up, overall it gave a fun/light ambiance. Fred Linz is a key figure in Red Ash's cuts of meat. His company is based out of Hammond, IN (not sure why Chicago is listed on the menu) and Red Ash Italia's menu features various cuts of this "Fred Linz" branded beef, including dry-aged Porterhouse and Bone-In New York Strip, which are aged in-house and hand-cut before being wood-grilled. I am surprised that being in Texas that they wouldn't find a more local supplier. Service was top notch, I wish I could remember her name! She was fantastic and took such great care of us. She even gave us dessert on the house to celebrate the promotion! Food was abundant. Big portions and perfect for sharing. It was heavy and I felt satisfied after I walked out of the restaurant. Rich flavors with a blend between steakhouse and Italian American. A perfect, relaxed spot for a special occasion. read more
1 year ago
Red Ash is one of the top Italian spots in Austin and NEVER disappoints... they have excellent service, delicious menu offerings, and reasonable prices for the food quality (it isn't cheap but every bite is worth the cost). It can be hard to get a reservation but it's 100% worth the wait, especially for a special occasion. FAST FACTS: * Reservations - available online through OpenTable (but fill up fast) * Parking - little tricky... some street parking nearby, paid lot across the street (kinda pricey), and valet on Colorado Street * Online ordering - no SERVICE - We arrived 15 minutes early for a 7:45 pm reservation and were seated right at our reserved time. We were celebrating my husband's birthday so they had a signed card on the table and also included a complimentary dessert with a candle which was very appreciated! Our server, Kevin, was great... he made sure we had what we needed throughout the meal and was personable. Used dishes were continuously removed from the table and your server will package up any leftovers you want to take with you. PRICING - The total was $132.07 after tax ($10.07) but before tip for an iced tea ($3), hot and crispy country Italian bread ($4), wood roasted meatballs ($17), large tagliolini with fresh blue crab ($44), small mezzo rigatoni alla campognola ($19), small handmade potato gnocchi "gratinata" ($19), and side of coal roasted sweet potatoes ($16). In full transparency, we feel like we were undercharged because the bread service was for 2 people but we were only charged for one and we got two desserts thinking only one would be complimentary and we would pay for the second but we weren't charged for either. Regardless, I think the pricing is reasonable for the food quality and portion size. HOT AND CRISPY COUNTRY ITALIAN BREAD (10/10) - Some of my favorite bread at any restaurant! It's overflowing with garlic and grana padano cheese on top and has so much flavor! I order this every time! WOOD ROASTED MEATBALLS (7/10) - The meatballs are super juicy and flavorful but a little salty. The marinara was fresh and delicious and the polenta was super flavorful because it soaked up the juices from the meatballs and the marinara. I'd order these again! HANDMADE POTATO GNOCCHI "GRATINATA" (9/10) - Extremely rich from the cream and the gorgonzola cheese but delicious! The gnocchi are so soft and cooked perfectly. I wish there was a little more prosciutto and then it would be a 10/10! A small is perfect for one person and a large is good for splitting. I'd order this again! TAGLIOLINI WITH FRESH BLUE CRAB (9/10) - The homemade pasta is so good and served slightly al dente (as it should be). The sauce had a great balance of lemon and butter and the lumps of blue crab meat are plentiful (and that's coming from a Marylander who grew up eating fresh blue carb). This only comes in a large size so it's good for splitting. I'd order this again! MEZZE RIGATONI ALLA CAMPAGNOLA (8/10) - Again, the pasta is homemade and served al dente. The tomato cream sauce is flavorful and pairs well with the sausage... you can tell it's also homemade and is seasoned well. A small is perfect for one person and a large is good for splitting. I'd order this again! COAL ROASTED SWEET POTATOES (7/10) - The orange peel brings a very unique flavor to the sweet potato that I have never had anywhere else. The mascarpone melts quickly so don't let it sit too long. I'd probably skip these next time. HOT CREAM FILLED DOUGHNUTS (8/10) - You get 3 good sized doughnuts with a blackberry and chocolate sauce to dip them in. You can tell they are made fresh and the dough is soft but has the right amount of chew. This is a great dessert to share. I'd order this again! TIRAMISU (9/10) - Super classic and exactly how you want tiramisu to be! It's served nice and cold, there is a good espresso taste, and the mascarpone is light and airy. It's a good size piece but can easily be eaten by one person because it's so light. I'd order this again! It had been 3 years since I had dined at Red Ash but it was just as amazing as I remembered! The ambiance is romantic but lively... it can be a little loud when it's busy (which is often). Definitely make reservations pretty far in advance but know that it will be worth the wait! read more
My boyfriend and I lucked out and got to dine at Red Ash thanks to one of my coworkers who couldn't make her reservation--definitely a rare win since this place is usually booked out well in advance. We came by on a Sunday afternoon right when they opened at 5, which gave everything a relaxed, early-dinner vibe. We learned that you could always reserve early, but then check with them upon opening if you can come back later. Everyone says to get the bread here (and I'm sure it's amazing), but I ended up going a different route and ordered an off-menu veggie plate. It was massive--definitely portioned for two people--and came piled high with beautifully roasted vegetables. Super fresh and satisfying, especially if you're trying to keep things a bit lighter. My boyfriend got a beef pasta dish for his entree that came topped with actual truffle shavings. We also split the squash blossoms, which were perfectly light and crispy, served with a really nice marinara on the side. Our waiter was super gracious and kind, which made the experience even better. Overall, it was just a great night and I felt really grateful to finally try a spot that's usually so hard to get into. Definitely want to come back and dive into more of their pasta and bread next time! read more
2 months ago
My boyfriend and I celebrated our 3rd anniversary here and had an amazing experience! We were greeted with a handwritten congratulations card signed by the staff and seated upstairs, which I loved, I could peer over into the kitchen! I loved the vibe of the restaurant, and could tell it would be great for a variety of celebrations. Our waiter, Vincenzo, was knowledgeable, attentive and really friendly! We ordered off all sections of the menu and were really impressed by everything! I understand why reservations can be hard to come by because every part of our dining experience was incredible! read more
2 months ago
This was place was so delicious. The servers were great and professional. The floating upper level is also really cool layout. My boyfriend and I absolutely love this place and they made it so special for our anniversary. read more
This was my first time dining at Red Ash, and it was a great experience. Reservations can be hard to come by, and after dining here, I understand why. When I arrived at 5:15 pm, I was seated in the bar area, which was quite nice. I liked the interior with its somewhat rustic murals and interior. Cameron was my server and was very personable and professional. I perused the cocktail menu, had plenty of choice concoctions, and opted for the Espresso Martini. Of the many other venues I have had this cocktail, Red Ash is right up there in my top 3. The blend of coffee liquer, Licor 43, Grey Goose vodka, and Espresso was very appealing to the palate. Their Menu is separated into four sections, which makes the selection process easy. Small Plates, Items From the Wood-Burning Grill and Oven (Steak, Chicken, and Seafood), Garden & Sides (Salads and Vegetables), and The Handmade Pastas. For starters, I tried the Squash Blossom, which was delicious. Cooked in a thin crisp batter and filled with ricotta cheese and fresh herbs, they melted in your mouth. The marinara sauce added to the already delectable flavor of the squash. Next up was the wood-roasted beef bone marrow. Though not a huge fan of bone marrow, I must say Red Ash has made me a convert, albeit slowly. The roasted shallot butter and shaved grana made this dish extremely tasty. The grilled country Italian bread that came with it, was a welcome addition. Very tasty, and when combined with the bone marrow, my taste buds were satisfied. Next, I ordered the Asian Pear and Endive Salad with Gorgonzola Montagna, candied walnuts, and a savory citrus vinaigrette. The endive was crisp, crunchy, and oh so fresh. This was only the second time I had endive in a salad, and I was overly pleased. The presentation of the salad was splendid. It was in the shape of a rose. Very creative indeed. For the main course, I ordered the Tagliolini with fresh Blue Crab, lemon, butter, and spicy grana crumbs and a side of wood-roasted baby carrots with honey, herb ricotta, and citrus. Smoked pistachios complemented the carrots. Having lived in Maryland, where Blue Crab was king, I was a tad pessimistic; however, one bite dismissed that pessimism. The pasta was served with a healthy portion of fresh blue crab covered in lemon and butter, and those tasty grana crumbs. Red Ash more than exceeded my expectations and will definitely return to partake in some of the other items on their menu. Highly recommend this establishment. Outstanding food and service and well worth it. read more
Had the pleasure of an enjoyable dining experience at the Red Ash Italia. It had been a while since I had visited and it is somewhat challenging to get a reservation here that is not 2 weeks out, but I lucked out and was able to grab a reservation the day before. When I arrived at the restaurant there was already a long line waiting for the restaurant to open. The restaurant does not have a very large waiting area. The check in process was smooth and was seated fairly quickly. The restaurant has unique murals on the wall. There is a bar area with seating and anther bar area in the back of the restaurant where you can visually watch the food being prepared. There is a dining area both on the first floor and upstairs area as well. We were seated at a table in the bar area. The service was very attentive and friendly. The menu had a variety of cocktails on the menu and none were appealing to me so the waiter suggested a cocktail with my favorite spirit of choice. I got a mezcal margarita and also ordered the expresso martini with Gray Goose Vodka, Mr. Blacks Coffee Liquor, Licor 43 and Espresso. The menu has a variety of small plates, entrees from the grill, hand made pasta and garden and sides. I had come back to try the Squash Blossoms that I noticed on the menu. It is very hard to find these and I was so excited to come and try them as they are a seasonal item on the menu. The batter was very thin and crispy and they were stuffed with ricotta and herbs and served with lemon and marinara sauce. The order comes with 4 and after eating one I did not want to share!!! These were so flavorful and light and crispy and very savory with the saltiness of the batter and ricotta cheese. I hope these will be added to the menu permanently. Also didn't plan on ordering another small plate, but got food envy when I saw another table had ordered the wood roasted beef bone marrow. I had tried the bone marrow entree with mushroom risotto before, but was happy to see now there was a small plate option. It was a flavor explosion in your mouth and the bones were topped with roasted shallot butter and shaved grana. Came with 2 pieces of grilled country Italian bread to top with the marrow. It was a delicious bite! Ordered the Asian pear and endive salad with Gorgonzola Montagna, candied walnuts and citrus vinaigrette. The salad presentation was served like a flower and was so pretty I didn't want to eat it. The greens were so fresh and crunchy and the ingredients were so thoughtful and went well together for a balanced bite. For the entree, i ordered the tagliolini with fresh blue crab. The pasta was thin cut and was green and white. Served with fresh blue crab that was a generous serving and also topped with lemon, butter and spicy grana crumbs. It was really hard to decide from all the great side options available, but ordered the wood roasted baby carrots. These were covered with smoked pistachios, citrus, honey and herbed ricotta. The pistachios provided a nice texture and the carrots were cooked perfectly. All the dishes were thoughtfully curated and prepared with ingredients that work well together and highlight the food being served. Didn't get a chance to try dessert this time as we were so full, but definitely will be back to try other items on the menu. read more
2 months ago
I wanted to love this place! I started with the green drink with tequila and it was slightly sweet and flavorless so I switched to wine. The service at the bar on Friday night at 5:30pm was slower than it should have been- our bartender ignored us and we had to get other people to help us. I even went to the hostess stand to ask where our food that we ordered 30 minutes ago was? We are both gluten sensitive and we told the bartender multiple times and she instructed us what we could order. We both got sick anyway! Stomach burning and bloating for me and throwing up for my date...we are throwing away the leftovers needless to say...DON'T go here if you want good service or food that doesn't make you sick (NOT for gluten sensitive people). read more
6 months ago
came to red ash friday evening and it was packed. we made reservations a few months beforehand! we ordered the following: thin-sliced beef carpaccio wood-roasted beef bone marrow tagliatelle alla bolognese tagliolini with fresh blue crab osso buco milanese wood-grilled broccolini everything was yummy, but the winner was the tagliolini with fresh blue crab. the pasta was cooked al dente and paired really well with the sauce. the bolognese wasn't as special. portion sizes were very large - we ordered too much for four people. in hindsight, we didn't need to order the osso buco milanese or could have gotten a half-size serving of pastas! read more
2 months ago
Great service! Great ambiance! And most importantly, AMAZING FOOD!!! I try to eat here every time I go to Austin! read more
Definitely worth snagging a reservation months in advance! I got our reservation weeks ahead of time and the earliest I could get was still 8:45 on a Monday night, and the place was packed! We sat at the bar and had a great experience. Our waiter was very friendly and the food and drinks were delicious. I got the small gnocchi as vegetarian and my husband loved the bolognese. The small portion was still more than enough! Hot chocolate cake was also very good. Will try to get a reservation again sometime in the future! read more
Supposedly this is one of the hardest reservations to acquire in Austin, which surprises me because it almost reminds me of the excessively "boujee" Italian restaurants I experienced in Atlanta that are dime a dozen. My sister got lucky with this one! For me, Red Ash definitely lives up to the hype. We ordered a full spread and ended up taking some leftovers home for the next day. Our server was great & cared about our dining experience & how we felt about the food. We got lucky with them assigning us one of their biggest if not biggest booths. Every dish was mindblowingly good. It can get greasy/heavy though, so watch your pacing. Their desserts are just ok, nothing spectacular. The restaurant is really loud, so if that's an issue I'd caution against coming here. Otherwise, I feel like I could go back and try another 5 items on their menu! read more
24 days ago
1 year ago
One of the most delicious meals I've eaten! I would go back for any of these dishes. Definitely need a reservation ahead of time - sometimes you can get away with last minute walkins or reservations later in the evening on a weekday but it's rare. There is valet and a paid parking lot across the street (but it's usually full), parking further down on third or second may be best. The seafood pasta was my favorite - so flavorful and a little kick too. Cannot wait to try that again. The ravioli was also delish and a seasonal item. They do have the same country bread as J Carvers apparently so we had to try it! read more
Red Ash, unfortunately, seems to me to be quite over-hyped and overrated. Many have said that Red Ash is the best Italian food in Austin, but I just can't imagine that to be true. Firstly, the atmosphere is crowded and noisy. We arrived for our reservation, but had to wait to be seated (even though we saw our reserved spot at the bar). We were at the corner of the bar - and people were coming up all around us to order drinks. It was not a pleasant environment. Service was attentive, with water being refilled often. However, since there was so much hustle - it did feel like we had to hail someone down for our order, bill, etc. The dishes themselves did not blow us away either. We split the Red Snapper Crudo, Wood Roasted Beef Bone Marrow, and Frutti di Mare. The Red Snapper Crudo was beautifully presented, but the fish was a bit tough. The flavors were creative, with celery and a nice hint of spice. The Roasted Beef Bone Marrow was also impressively presented - and the best that we ordered. The accompanying bread with thinly sliced cheese and garlic was delicious. The most disappointing was the Frutti di Mare. The lobster tails were most certainly overcooked. The pasta was fine, but I would not have guessed that it was handmade unless stated on the menu. Overall, not the experience we had anticipated. read more
The experience here is elevated. You need to get a reservation quite a head of time. The food is amazing. Everything is cooked in wood ovens. The vibes are very fancy and nice. We had the bruschetta with Mozzarella and the garlic bread. We also had the bone marrow and it was excellent. read more
9 months ago
Red Ash absolutely blew me away! The ambience is stunning -- warm, classy, and full of energy without feeling pretentious. You can tell right away this place is something special. Service was ASTONISHING, shoutout to Forest who made the entire experience even better! Attentive, friendly, and full of great recommendations. I will be asking for him my next visit !!! Now the food... just wow. Every bite was melt-in-your-mouth good! Some of the best quality food I've had in Austin. The portions were perfect -- generous but not overwhelming -- and everything tasted so fresh and flavorful. Cocktails were right up there with the food as well!!! Delishhhh. The fish I had was absolutely amazing, full of flavor and cooked perfectly. Honestly one of my favorite fish dishes in a while. And don't even get me started on the crab pasta -- to die for. Rich, decadent, and perfectly balanced. A total must-have if you come here! If you're looking for incredible Italian food, top-tier service, and a beautiful atmosphere, you HAVE to try Red Ash. This spot is easily one of Austin's best. read more
8 months ago
Celebrated my birthday at Red Ash after hearing lots of good things about the place. The place is beautiful and very clean. The service was incredible, lately it's hard to find restaurants that would offer great service. We got a couple of different dishes which were absolutely amazing. also got a free desert & a card signed by all team members which made this dine in very special! read more
8 months ago
We made reservations and sat at the bar. The food, service, and atmosphere were all 10/10! I had the gnocchi and my husband ordered the frutti di mare. Both were super flavorful and perfectly cooked. Definitely make reservations ahead of time because this place is really popular and absolutely worth the wait! read more
7 months ago
Where do I start. I feel like royalty every time I walk in here. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and professional, and they know the menu inside and out. Everything is created by top chefs and the quality is truly impeccable. You have to reserve months in advance, but it is absolutely worth the wait. My husband and I always make sure to book a table here for our special occasions. The bone marrow is delicious and huge. It comes with bread and makes for a hearty and satisfying appetizer. We tried their seasonal salad and it was so tasty. You can tell they use the freshest and most flavorful ingredients. The bruschetta was incredible. I was honestly tempted to order three of them for my entree. The mix of textures, flavors, and colors was immaculate. We could eat it forever. The pastas are fantastic. I usually get the bolognese. The steaks are also wonderful. We normally share a steak and a few sides because we are already so full from the appetizers. Whenever we go for my birthday, they give me a personally signed card from the entire staff. It is the little details that make this place feel so special. If you are visiting Austin or even thinking about coming here, do not think twice. Just hope they have availability. You will love it. read more
3 months ago
The food was so incredibly fresh and amazing tasting. The staff were super friendly and attentive. I was in town for a conference and went solo for dinner and stayed at the bar and I felt super comfortable and welcomed. I was surprised to see how completely full the restaurant was on a Monday night. I would highly recommend this place all around. It was great! read more
My boyfriend and I loved J Carvers and could go on about how amazing the service and hospitality was, which is why we were excited to try Red Ash. We made a reservation about a month in advance. Around 2 PM on the day of our reservation (which was at 9 PM), I received a text to confirm, which I did. About 30 minutes later, I received an email from OpenTable saying our reservation had been canceled. I wasn't too concerned and called when they opened. However, I had to call several times before anyone answered. When someone picked up, the woman who answered had an attitude right away. I understand that opening can be stressful, but this is a high-end restaurant and wasn't expecting that. Everything was sorted out, and it wasn't a big deal, but I was pretty turned off because of the call. The vibe isn't the most intimate inside -- it's a large, loud, and busy place. The service was quick, which I'm sure is to turn over as many tables as possible. We ordered six items, and our entire dinner lasted only 55 minutes. Our servers weren't particularly friendly and didn't go over the menu, offer recommendations, or describe any of the dishes when they arrived. That being said, the food was absolutely incredible. We ordered the following: - Thin-Sliced Beef Carpaccio- melts in your mouth. - Bruschetta of Prime Steak Trimmings (5/5, must order)- Italian bread soaked in a red wine sauce with meat and mushrooms. It's unbelievable, and I don't even like mushrooms! - Hot and Crispy Country Italian Bread- crispy yet soft garlic bread. - Agnolotti alla Piemontese- tastes like pot roast in pasta/ravioli form! - Handmade Potato Gnocchi "Gratinata"- rich and really cheesy. - Mezze Rigatoni alla Campagnola (5/5, must order) Overall, the food was a 5/5 -- absolutely amazing. Unfortunately, the service was a disappointment 3/5, which might be because I had such high expectations after experiencing J Carvers' incredible hospitality. read more
Planned a Girls Night Out. Had been hearing RAVE reviews about Red Ash. Now i understand why we booked our reservation back in July to get in during October! Greeted at the door so friendly. We noticed when we sat, a card was placed at the table. We were not sure if we should open it but we did. What a special personal treat! Trying to decide what to try from the small plates, which are not small was difficult! So many wonderful options and each very unique. We did the bone marrow, it's what they are known for. It was something only 1 of out of 4 had tried there before. I was not sure what to expect. The bread it came with was delicious all on its own. The bone marrow was like butter. Spread it on the bread like a smooth pate. Very very rich! Wow! I personally had the bolognese pasta, the small version. I still had left overs. Everyone at the table had something different and everyone loved it. We were all stuffed and our wonderful waiter Joel - if you go PLEASE ask for him, such a delight! He brought us a complimentary piece of tiramisu. It was enough to feed all 5 of us with some to spare. Joel really made our event so special. At no time was a glass empty or piles of plates in-front of us. Was very helpful with recommendations too. Upon leaving Joel came running outside. I had accidentally left my leftovers on the table! I blame it on the very tasty yet very potent The Cipriani drink before dinner. This restaurant is truly one of the finest places is Austin. read more
Came here for my birthday dinner with some friends. They have valet off of Colorado street for $15, don't park in the lot across as it is $40. Walking in, the ambiance is low lit and industrial. Nice vibes, a little tight seating for the high tops which we were placed at. Our waiter was great, Kevin and we would enjoy having him as a server again. The espresso martinis are yum! All of our food was good, I can't complain! We all tried each others. The blue crab tagiolini has a little spice to it, just something to note. I'm sure I am not spelling that right either, but you get the idea! Overall clean bathrooms, good service, great food, I will come back! read more
1 year ago
Absolutely phenomenal Italian food. Every dish we ordered was amazing, definitely the best Italian I've had in Austin. Very hard to go wrong when ordering anything off the menu and service is also amazing. read more
9 months ago
We went to this place for my birthday dinner. It was very upscale on Colorado street. I heard we were lucky to get a reservation here for that evening. It didn't disappoint in anyway. The ambience was great plenty seating on two levels. There were graffiti on all the sides. Our waiter really took good care of us being vegetarians. He gave us good recommendations and we ordered the squash bottom crisp and vine tomato with burrata cheese, also the bishop hat. All the three tasted delicious. Dessert was given as complimentary for my birthday and I chose the hot chocolate cake. It was good but too sweet. Also there was a birthday card given with all the employee's signatures in it which was a personal touch. Overall,great experience! read more
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303 Colorado St
Austin, TX 78701
Warehouse District, Downtown
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(512) 379-2906
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Do they take walk-ins or is it reservations only?
I think you could possibly walk in, but they are usually booked 2+ weeks out. Best move is to get on the stand by list on open table in case someone cancels.
Does Red Ash have valet parking?
Sometimes, but there's a public garage around the corner that's usually no more than $10 too.
Is there an email address to contact this restaurant at for large party reservations etc?
Does Red Ash allow you to bring wine? If so, what is the corkage fee?
Outside wine is not allowed.
Are kids allowed? What's the dress code?
Never seen kids but that's true of many Atx restaurants. That doesn't mean they aren't allowed. I'm sure they are welcome. Dress is however you want. Smart casual, shorts (on a hot day) or jacket would all be fine.
How closely are people seated? Is the space quite tight? I'm worried about proximity to others due to Covid.
Booths are okay but bar is not
Do they have Vegetarian pasta dishes?
I believe so. I'm not a vegetarian, but the bishops hats don't have any meat and are one of my favorite dishes.
How convenient is pick up? Is there parking in front of the restaurant to drop in and pick up our order or are we forced to park?
There isn't parking in front of the restaurant, y'all would be forced to park unless they have "curb-side" pick up. They didn't then.… Read more
Gluten free options?
The lady next to us was gluten free and the bartender was very knowledgeable about suggestions for her.
How much for parking and is it just cash or card as well?
Public parking nearby, or valet service in front of the restaurant. Complementary Valet: Always tip… Read more
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