Poeta

Italian restaurant · East End

6

@infatuation

"Poeta is an all-day Italian cafe at the base of a fancy boutique hotel on East 11th Street. It’s from the same team as Intero, a romantic restaurant that makes some of our favorite pasta dishes in town. Fortunately, Poeta is home to a handful of the same great handmade gnocchis, tagliatelles, and rigatonis we’ve come to know and love at its sister concept. Where the two differ the most is that Poeta is much more casual. This is a place where you can pop in for a 10am breakfast of yogurt and mortadella hash, or dress up and turn it into a cute date-night destination. photo credit: Richard Casteel photo credit: Richard Casteel photo credit: Richard Casteel photo credit: Richard Casteel The dining room has a vintage feel with a few bohemian touches. Tiled floors and small wooden tables give off a European bistro vibe, but the floral upholstery and fringed lamps bring it right back into the cozy zone. It’s bright and inviting during the day, and a little more intimate by night. Start with the grilled snap peas and a roasted beet salad. After that, get more pasta than you feel comfortable ordering, and make sure to throw in a plate of incredibly crispy chicken milanese. Food Rundown photo credit: Richard Casteel Arancini The rice balls’ stuffing is pretty light, and the outside isn’t as crispy as we’d like. Skip these and save room for more pasta. Grilled Snap Peas These are one of the best ways to start a meal here. The peas are sweet but charred to a slightly smoky finish, and the pickled tomato on top adds a bit of acidity. photo credit: Richard Casteel Roasted Beets These could use more salt, but the beets are roasted nicely and the orange adds a pleasant sweetness. photo credit: Richard Casteel Mezzalune These stuffed pastas are veering into dumpling territory, with pasta that gets a bit too thick around the edges. But the blue crab stuffing is tasty, and the fennel and preserved lemon pair nicely with it. photo credit: Richard Casteel Spaghetti The noodles are cooked perfectly, and the grilled pork, black pepper, and leeks add a savory punch. This is not your mom’s spaghetti. Make sure it gets to your table. photo credit: Richard Casteel Chicken Milanese Poeta uses chicken thighs in their chicken milanese, which almost feels like cheating. But when the end result is a perfectly tender, juicy piece of fried chicken topped with prosciutto, endives, capers, and parmesan, we aren’t complaining." - Nicolai McCrary

Poeta - Review - East Austin - Austin - The Infatuation
Richard Casteel

1123 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702 Get directions

poetarestaurant.com
@poetarestaurant

6 Postcards

Reserve
See full details

More Places For You

Salt & Time Butcher Shop and Restaurant

Butcher shop deli · Pershing

Rustic-cool eatery in a butcher shop serving meat-centric farm-to-table American fare, beer & wine.

39 Postcards

Juliet Italian Kitchen- Barton Springs

Italian restaurant · Zilker

Juliet Italian Kitchen blends modern and classic Italian vibes in a spacious, upscale setting, enhanced by a lively patio and generous happy hour delights.

13 Postcards

Radio Coffee & Beer

Coffee shop · South Lamar

Tucked in cozy wood-paneled digs, this hip cafe/bar serves killer coffee, craft beers, and heavenly tacos from top food trucks in a vibrant outdoor space.

28 Postcards

Leroy and Lewis Barbecue

Barbecue restaurant · South Manchaca

At the newly minted Michelin star spot LeRoy & Lewis, experience a creative twist on Texas BBQ with standout smoked meats like beef cheeks and pulled whole hog, paired with eclectic sides like kimchi and miso-glazed carrots in a cozy, casual setting.

79 Postcards

四姐 Special Noodle

Chinese restaurant · Austin

"四姐 Special Noodle is the newest addition to the group, with a unique cooking technique that has customers fascinated. In early 2022, the owner personally developed a special noodle dish that involves cooking the noodles and broth on high-temperature natural cobblestones in the pot. This causes the broth to immediately boil and creates a remarkable sight for customers to witness. The high-temperature cobblestones also ensure that the noodles and soup remain hot for a longer period of time, providing a more enjoyable dining experience."

8 Postcards

Il Brutto

Italian restaurant · Pershing

Il Brutto is an East Austin gem where you can relish classic Italian dishes—from mouthwatering wood-fired pizzas to handmade pastas—while sipping expertly curated Italian wines under twinkling lights on a charming patio.

21 Postcards

Olamaie

Southern restaurant (US) · Arts District

Nestled in a charming renovated bungalow, Olamaie serves elevated Southern dishes with a modern twist, renowned for its buttery biscuits and warm hospitality.

65 Postcards

Jeffrey's

Steak house · Clarksville

Jeffrey's is a classic Austin steakhouse, blending upscale New American cuisine with an intimate vibe and a bustling bar scene, perfect for special celebrations.

45 Postcards

Aster's Ethiopian Restaurant

Ethiopian restaurant · Blackland

Nestled near the UT Campus, Aster’s is a cozy blue eatery serving up vibrant Ethiopian classics with a legendary lunch buffet that keeps students coming back.

11 Postcards

Whisler’s

Bar · Pershing

Whislters is a vibrant, rustic-chic bar in Austin serving up creative cocktails on a cozy patio, perfect for laid-back evenings with friends.

21 Postcards