Gino's Italian Restaurant and Pizza

We had dinner at Gino’s Italian Restaurant in Round Rock to celebrate my mother-in-law’s birthday, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience. We tried a variety of dishes—pizza, meat lasagna, spaghetti allagino, and chicken fettuccine Alfredo—and every single one tasted like authentic, homemade Italian comfort food. Rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. But what truly made the night special was the service. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuinely warm—always checking in with a smile. It felt like dining with family. Gino’s has definitely earned a spot on our go-to list for Italian food in the area!

Visiting Austin and found this hidden gem. We ordered the pizza, chicken alfredo and seafood pescatore, lemon marscapone and tirimsu. Everything was fresh and full of flavor. This is my new spot. James was our server and every recommendation he gave turned out to be delicious!

A very cozy Italian place. It was a little busy but the waitress was super helpful and kind. Food was delicious and very filling. I recommend it!

We went to Gino's with friends, and loved the food there. We had a party of 6 on a Friday night but were seated quickly. Everyone loved their bread, and my favorite was their Tiramisu and Limoncello cake.

The atmosphere and service were great, but I was disappointed with the food. I ordered the baked ziti with chicken, but what I initially received was just plain pasta with cheese sauce and no chicken. I let the server know, and they kindly remade it, but the corrected dish still didn’t include the veggies that were listed on the menu. The cheese on the baked ziti also seemed just layered on top instead of being evenly melted and mixed throughout, which affected the taste and texture. It didn’t taste like the baked ziti I’m used to, and overall the dish fell short of expectations. Because of the delay with the remake, we ended up leaving after the restaurant had closed, which made the overall experience less enjoyable. Hopefully, the kitchen can improve consistency with their menu items going forward.

Very good Italian restaurant. Food and service are great. The waitress was so awesome. All the staff did an excellent job. The waitress knew the menu perfectly. I asked for a specific tasting wine, and her recommendation was the perfect choice.

Amazing pizza with perfectly crisp crust! The meatballs and italian sausages were delicious, and the marinara was so flavorful. The service was stellar! It was our first time here, and we'll definitely be back!

What a lovely, cozy restaurant. It’s family run and you can see it in the friendly service - those who work here have clearly tasted the restaurant’s food and are happy to make recommendations. The ambience is cozy with soft lighting, typical 4-top dinner tables and chairs, and it was fairly crowded on a week night - conversations over good food all around. House bread (complimentary) was fine but the spice infused olive oil was amazing. We had to get seconds of the olive oil. We got the garlic bread, spinach & ricotta manicotti, lobster ravioli and tiramisu. The well baked pasta and filling was absolutely delicious. The tiramisu had wonderful flavour although it was a bit soggy. The portions were large enough to be packed to take home, and fairly priced. Its always nice to be able to order from a thoughtful menu - this one lists your usual Italian fares but also a few rare items (it was my first time ever seeing manicotti on a menu and I really enjoyed the dish), at a sensible price. As a vegetarian, seeing more than one solitary veg entree on the menu also brings joy. Overall, highly recommend a meal here.

Gino is a place that many consider it to be a hidden gem. We were just driving around and looking for a place to eat and we drove by this little restaurant. So we decided to drop in and check it out. The place was a little aged, but it has been around for a long time it was just our first time visit during lunch. Menu was very simple but have enough for everyone's want. So now here comes the food section of the review. I always love a good ravioli, so I picked the stuffed shrimp scampi ravioli. Let me tell you the sauce tasted great. The bread was good. in fact it was so good that we went back for the second time for lunch. The wait staff was great and friendly. Our Waitress named Sue, she was great and very friendly makes you feel right at home. So, if you ever in the Round Rock area, give this little gem a try if you are in the mood for a little bit of the Italian food. I was so hungry I didn't get a chance to take some pictures. But there is always a next time for this place for me. So, there will be picture on my next trip.

Yes!!! If ur thinking of stopping by the answer is yes!!!! From food to service all above n beyond Cute ambiance n inside it looks n feels like ur in someone's home! Food : go hungry !!!! They serve like ur royalty Honestly you can share a plate If u get a side of pasta u can get marinara or Alfredo Don't be an amateur n fall in love with their fresh bread n garlic oil ( or actually do because it's amazing!!) Prices: extremely reasonable Drinks get the Italian soda or bottle of wine Service: outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Recently celebrated my yayas 96th !!! Birthday there. Unfortunately their ac had gone out n they were working with fans so tht means n says a lot tht there were all friendly, kind n held their composure (cuz id be grumpy wrking with no ac all day) So thank you GINOS staff for being rockstars HUGE SHOUT OUT TO OUR AMAZING AMAZING WAITRESS SUMMER !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you love for going above n beyond the whole dinner experience, even to write happy birthday on the plate for her !!! You made her evening !!! Just her alone well be back

It's been years since I have been back here. It's nice to see this independent restaurant continue to thrive. I don't know why it took so long to go back! For those driving in from Austin, this little gem is right after the Louis Henna exit, so a little easier to get to than the University Blvd area. Arrived at 7pm Thursday, Parking was available and only a 10 minute wait for a table. The server took our drink order, followed by our dinner orders promptly. She assisted with wine and dinner selection, both fantastic recommendations. The Trout Siracusa was the best fish dish I have ever had. The fish was pan seared and crusted with artichokes and mushrooms, topped with a lemon wine sauce. Served with a side order of pasta with more mushrooms. The menu says marinara sauce on the pasta, but it was a light sauce. The serving size was large, I took the pasta home and focused on the exemplary fish with the artichokes and mushrooms. The pasta was delicious the following day. The chicken marsala was also a home run. Both had generous serving sizes, with no skimping on the delicious mushrooms. Great service, delicious food, reasonable prices for the quality and wonderful all around experience.

I can't believe we've lived in the area for years and never tried this place. We wanted pasta and I refused to waste money at Olive Garden. So happy we decided to try this place. Huge fresh portions and the prices were very reasonable. This will definitely be our new go to Italian place. Hopping to try the pizza next.

We picked up because we were craving comforting Italian food as we were getting over a cold. We both got chicken parmigiana with pasta on the side. It was scrumptious and hit the spot. The service was efficient and friendly. While we didn't stay for dine in services, it was crazy busy! Everyone seemed happy and enjoying themselves, and the vibe was cozy. We will be back!

Awesome authentic Italian food. The service was great, the food was better, and the atmosphere was clean and welcoming. I love how they give you individual pitchers of beverages. It's really helps me not run out! I'm definitely going to try the pizza next visit!

It's been a while since the last time we were here. This is a great local joint. It was Saturday night and the place was packed. We had a reservation and only waited about 6 minutes. The service was super fast and perfectly timed. The dinner was great and the soft bread and olive oil is amazing. My wife ordered the gnocchi and I got the personal pizza. It was all delicious. We were in and out in about 1 hour. Love everything about this place.

Good food, great server! I like the carafe included so we can refill sodas and teas as well. The food is fresh and good, got the chicken parmigiana. Portion is good and for a decent price. Atmosphere is casual and family friendly.

Service is incredible. Down to earth folks, give off the menu recommendations and really appreciate the food they serve. The food is top notch. There is some magic cooked into the sauce at Gino's. Not sure what? But man it's good. We've been there three times now and ordered different dishes. Sooo good.

I only ordered once for lunch and it was to go. I ordered their Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo. It was cooked fresh, and waited about 20 minutes or so. It was absolutely delicious. The associate who took my order was very friendly and helpful. I noticed they have ample seating for large groups. I am looking forward to dining here one day with my family.

I value the details: if a restaurant gets those right, then I suspect I'm in for an excellent meal. Already on a wait at 6:00PM on a Saturday night? Hmm. Maybe that's just the way things are in Round Rock. (I live in Austin.) Teresa greeted me so well (such a smile, in a way that made me feel welcome) that I looked forward to watching everyone. Deliciously flavored olive oil for the soft (but definitely tasty Italian) bread that arrived instantly, along with a carafe of iced water. My glass of Prosecco was served in its own small bottle, complete with chilled stemware. My server Jennifer attended to my every need. When she inquired whether I wanted an accompaniment to my eggplant, I chose a green salad. Good choice! No usual bagged greens, this, but manicured mixed greens beautifully presented with a n excellent signature house (need I say?) Italian dressing. I will definitely be back. (They were still on a wait when I left at 7:30. The locals know what's good.)

Family owned business. This place is well managed and busy. We needed a table for two and were seated immediately. The service all around was great and the food came out quickly.It seemed as though every staff member was attentive to every table no matter if it was theirs.The tiramisu was so decadent.

We discovered this restaurant during Christmas when we went to Georgetown's Christmas Tree Lighting! Oh my goodness!! Best lasagna I think I've ever eaten!! (And I've eaten at Patsy's in New York City twice!). We drove from Buda to go eat here again. Small, family owned business and just so inviting. Wonderful service, lots of choices in Italian food and a very good selection of wines. Definitely worth the drive AND compared to downtown Austin, free parking and safe for a date night or taking the entire family.

To-go order review: I've never eaten inside and only have placed my orders to go. They answered the phone which is a plus and didn't put me on hold which is another plus. Definitely winning in this area. I placed my order and the food was ready pretty quickly so there's another plus. I ordered eggplant and it was decent; it was okay. The bread wasn't good at all. My experience was mostly pleasant so I would definitely try Gino's again, but would order something else.

This place is the best. Get the Seafood Pescatore. We love the garlic swimming in olive oil thst you dip the bread in.

I had a 7 PM reservation and I'm so glad I did as this place was hopping on a Saturday night. I was immediately acknowledged when I came in the door and customer service was super friendly and welcoming. Once I was seated at my table, my waitress arrived shortly thereafter. My waitress was wonderful and service was excellent. It really does feel like a family that works together here. Now to the food. I ordered garlic bread with cheese and the ziti alla Gino. Honestly, one of the best meals I have had in a very long time. It was absolutely delicious arriving hot at my table with amazing flavors. I had to make myself stop eating and took the rest home as there was plenty leftover. Although I live South I would make a reservation and take my family all the way to round rock for this restaurant. I would add this is definitely a restaurant for families as it is somewhat noisy but when you're eating amazing food, honestly who cares.

Came here a couple months ago with my boyfriend but we didn't bring a card and they didn't take Apple Pay (we didn't check that's on us) they were super sweet about it and it smelled so good when we walked in, we promised ourselves we would go back. 4 months later we finally stopped by today! So glad we did, the staff is super sweet and the food is AMAZING! The prices are fair and the portions are pretty nice. The bread and olive oil is the best I've had, I even took some home! Love supporting locals, this is my new go to Italian place! Skip Olive Garden, this is so much better and isn't overpriced! Gino's, thank you! We will be back

TLDR: They were very rude and we didn't get seated. We called ahead for a table and it wasn't ready when we got there. They told us it would be just a second since a big table was just sat, which I totally understand. After seeing a few parties get sat, I jokingly asked if they had forgotten about us but they reassured that they were cleaning off a table for us. A lot more time passed so I went up and told them I had seen a lot of tables sat ahead of us, to which they aggressively responded that they couldn't seat us because our party (of only four people) was incomplete. I told them it would've been nice for them to let us know that when they first made us wait instead of when we had already waited 30 minutes. Then we got aggressively asked if we already knew what we wanted to order despite never being given a menu. Needless to say, we took our business elsewhere.

Sat a large party and none of us impressed by the food. I ordered a gnocchi bolognese and could not get past the fridge-like and waterlogged taste in the gnocchi themselves. Sauce was alright, but the pasta was too distractingly bad.

Boy oh boy was that pizza delicious! It was just the right amount of grease, lots of cheese and very little sauce The clam linguini was pretty good too but I'm not a huge seafood person, but the way my husband inhaled it I had to check twice to make sure he didn't ingest the shells!! All in all I would definitely recommend! Yum

Eggplant Rollatini Florentine Omg. The best!!! Meat Lasagna was really good! Jennifer's recommendation was spot on!!

Damn! That's good!! The Flavor... SheeshI would definitely recommend. The toast ravioli was pretty good. But this lasagna... I will be back for you!!

The service and food was perfect! We had two young boys and they found something on the kids menu.

Didn't love the food. The calamari was a bit chewy. However, their Spumante was one of the best desserts I have ever tasted.

My great Aunt, who's originally from the Brooklyn area, ADORES this place because she stands by its authenticity. She wanted to come here for her 80th birthday. I'm quite delighted we did, as it was a very enjoyable experience on a Thursday night. We got reservations for our 8 person party and were promptly seated once we'd all arrived. The inside is a bit intimate (that is-- cramped, but not unduly so, my great aunt was still able to make it to her seat with her walker) with homey Italian decor. If you're planning to go at a busy time or night or weekend, reservations are probably a good idea because it didn't look like they could pack too many people in there at a time. Bathrooms are gender-segregated despite being singletons... so that's pointless, may as well have two gender-neutral ones instead then, imo; could use a refurbish, they were looking worn out. All the staff were very friendly and attentive and fun; they seemed to enjoy working there and interacting with folks. We were kept waiting on the bread awhile, but once they'd gotten fresh bread, they kept it coming, replenishing as we snarfed away at it, refilling our oil and garlic dip too. Appetizers were out quick! Calamari was delicious and had good texture. With so many yummy-looking menu options, I had a hard time settling on just one. But I got the lobster ravioli as an entrée, and each one was pleasantly plump and filled with lobster. Nice! This would've been a four-star review, but honestly what tipped it to five for me was the bonus carafe of Dr. Pepper I was brought, and the AMAZING Lemoncello cake. I normally never splurge on dessert at a restaurant, but the birthday girl insisted, and I'm so glad she did. Some of the best lemon cake I've ever experienced. The delicate fluffiness of it, plus the flaked white chocolate on top was just exquisite! I savored every bite. Grabbed a mint on the way out and made a mental note to come back again sometime to try more of the menu!

The food was yummy and the service was great! It felt like a local gem that we discovered while in town visiting Kalahari

I was really craving Italian so we decided to come to Gino's, I'm so happy we did! It was a Wednesday night and there was a good amount of people in the restaurant. The food was everything I was hoping for plus more! Our server was super nice and attentive. I really appreciated that she helped us pick out a bottle of wine and let us try it first bc we weren't sure what to get! The bread dip is amazing! The chocolate cheese cake was amazing so rich, I love it!!

Wow!!! My husband has been wanting to go to Gino's for some time now and I'm upset that we didn't go sooner!!! For being an obviously busy restaurant I really thought we had a 20 to 30 min wait for a family of 4 and there was 2 parties ahead of us, but the hostess who greeted us said it would only be 10 mins. We were seated a short time later and Amy, our server was amazing. She was very attentive and nice. The food was amazing. We loved the toasted ravioli appetizer. The entrees were delicious and the desserts were amazing. Gino's definitely has a family atmosphere but also works for a nice couples date night. This is easily a new favorite for our family and we will definitely be back

I love this place my good friend's family restaurant. Everything is Great I truly recommend it. Every time I go to Austin it's a must. Love,Love it. You will thank me the tortellini carbonara delicious

Went on a Wednesday, had a safe choice on first time in, chicken Parm. My girlfriend had the canneloni. She loved hers and shes choosy about her Italian. The Tuscan Bean soup came out piping hot which is how i love to eat soup. It was delicious. They were busy and yet the service was great! Very friendly and helpful. They make sure you have plenty to drink. Dessert she had the Tiramisu and i had the Lemoncello mascarpone cake. I liked mine the best. Good meal overall, there are better Malbec wines available and it can be a bit loud in there but we were satisfied and thats saying something. Five stars for getting what we paid for and more. Try it!

This is a hidden jewel in Round Rock Texas. The instances are few to find a really good restaurant in a strip mall. But Gino's did just that. Understated green accents outside, and a cozy, white table clothed interior. The smell hits you next. Richness, depth of seasoning... nope chef Boardee is not anywhere near this kitchen. We were seated quickly. Our waitress was more than friendly. We ordered Gino's combo to share. Lasagna, ravioli and chicken parmigiana. We had to fight off the urge to finish off the delicious crusty bread in the seasoned olive oil. We also ordered a pizza to go. This sauce says domes grandmother is in the kitchen. It tastes of hours simmering on the back of the stove. Just the right balance of herbs, neatness and the good Parmesan. No overcooked pasta, savory ricotta in the lasagna , tender piece of chicken that just melted away into happiness. I almost hate giving this review because people will run to eat there!! I'd like to thank my sister in law @MarWms for suggesting this place. It's now in our list of favorites with good cause.... Manga!!

If you're looking for a intimate spot with great food and reasonable prices this is it. We had a group of 5 for my friend's birthday. They were able to accommodate her gluten allergy and my other friends vegetarian diet. We loved the bread and dipping oil. The marinara was so good we all wa Ted to drink it! Our waitress went above and beyond to assure my chicken parm was perfectly cooked. The serving size is huge and we all had to go boxes. The only downside is parking. It's a small spot so a reservation is necessary but walk ins are welcomed.

When in Texas please stop by Gino's! We had a bit of everything on the menu (my photos aren't downloading from icloud ) but it all looked and tasted delicious. Their tiramisu is delish and their meatball appetizers are a must. Warning: the chicken parm on a sampler does not come with a side of pasta but was an easy add-on. I cannot wait to visit again with friends!

A family gem! Gino's is a fantastic find. They have authentic Italian ( did I mention they are from Italy) food for every pallet. I like the simple spaghetti with their mouth-watering meat sauce. Other times I want the baker setting al Gin

I was with my family and I happen to have a dish called shrimp Diablo. I don't know what it was but immediately after I ate it, I got violently ill. I've never gone to Gino's ever since.

The food is good but doesn't make me specifically pick this place, they don't have an it thing. Staff is hit or miss honestly, that being said we have had some very amazing servers here and some not so great. They are quick to fix an issue on food. Overall it's a good place just with they had consistency on servers and attention to orders.

Had a chance to meet some friends at Gino's for a meal. We dined here once before and truly enjoyed the food. Today, we had Spaghetti, Lasagna, Eggplant Parmigiana and Shrimp Stuffed Ravioli. The meals were served with bread and a salad. We all enjoyed every bite. My apologies, as we were having such a good time that when the food arrived, I totally forgot to take pictures. Salad - Nice mixture of various lettuce, cabbage and other assorted veggies. Great Ranch and Caesar dressings. Spaghetti - Great meat sauce. Served hot and with a light chest sprinkled. My wife loved it. Would not "share". Egg Plant Parmigiana - My friend boasted about this for weeks. Loved every bite. He claims it is great. I'm not a big fan of Eggplant, so I can't weigh in on this. Lasagna - Looked very meaty and cheesy. Nice thick cut and kept my friend quiet while she ate. I had the Shrimped Filled Ravioli. Huge stuffed shrimp Ravioli served with a "Pink" sauce. The sauce combination was perfect, nice and thick, with the perfect flavor. I really enjoyed this meal. A good time was had by all. Here are a few dinning tips. - Make a reservation. This restaurant is very popular for the area, and fills up fast. - Arrive early as the parking is shared with other popular businesses so you may have to search a little bit for close parking. There's parking in the back also. - This is a family restaurant, so seating is close proximity and can get a little noisy. - Tip your servers well. The service here is amazing. From the Hostess, to the Servers, the Food Runners, to who ever picks up the plates, everyone was so helpful. This will be amongst the list as our go-to Italian restaurant in the Round Rock area. I really think you'll find something on the menu to make you smile. Michael C.

Amazing food and awesome service!!! LOVE that it is local and not a chain. This is THE BEST Italian food!!! Great for a meal, but also kills it with their catering and family style!

My parents recommended this place to me and ever since then I have been so excited to try it! My husband and I stopped by during lunch and it was fairly busy but the staff were definitely in their element and were wonderfully friendly. I love the homey ambiance and the herb olive oil paired with their bread is so good! My husband got the meat lasagna and loved it! My go-to is the gnocchi Florentine. The cream sauce is so rich and delicious over the perfectly cooked gnocchi, the consistency is on point and I can't wait to come back!

Amazing! Start to finish! Everything came out within 6 minutes. My husband said it was the best bruschetta he had ever had, Their spicy muscles were amazing! Finished off with a killer red velvet cake! It was amazing! Service and and all was awesome. Our server was from Sicily and made us feel so welcome. If you go to Round Rock, I absolutely recommend trying this place out. Enjoy and smile

We had dinner here tonight after having not been in awhile. Updating my previous review to 3 stars, which is definitely more accurate for a serviceable, yet unremarkable place. The bread was garbage and fried mushrooms were basic. Eggplant rollatini and Eggplant parm were both ok and had decent flavors, and the side pastas were al dente but very rich (Alfredo and creamy pink sauce). They used to offer salad or soup with the entrees, but it's now extra, which didn't bother us at all. We decided if we found this type of place road-tripping through a tiny town in rural Texas, it might be fine to scratch a 'red sauce' itch, but with so many better options a few minutes down the road, we won't be back.

A+ Great neighborhood Italian family run restaurant that I frequent weekly. My favorite is the Ziti aka Gino and the Chicken Parm. The staff always makes my wife and I feel welcomed. I've been a regular since I moved to Round Rock. Great pizza too.

Great selection. Nice wait staff. Good food for a fair price. I definitely recommend.

We have lived in Round Rock for over 20 years. We don't truly care for Italian food which is why we haven't eaten at Ginos more often (maybe 2-3x over those years). We ordered a large everything pizza, a gluten free pasta and fish dish and 4 desserts. The limoncello dessert was incredible. All of the desserts were good. The pizza was quality and had a lot of toppings. My MIL ordered the lemon butter fish with GF pasta and sauce and found it bland but I didn't try it. She did eat it all. I'm glad Ginos is in the neighborhood for when we get the hankering.

Old school ambiance with a dated feeling. But don't let that fool you the food is delicious, We've eaten here a few time with everything from meatball appetizer, chicken piccata, lasagna, and the best pizza in MHO in Austin This is a must try

Another place I wanted to like, but.... The flavors were right on the eggplant Parmigian, but it was soggy. The Chicken Primavera had an Alfredo Sauce that lacked the creaminess of a real sauce. We didn't hate it, but we didn't love it either

Service was ok. I had a business meeting, so needed a larger order. I arrived early and food was already sitting on a bench waiting. Meeting was around the corner and we started eating, the food was cold. I was super disappointed because I had heard a lot of great things about this place. I tried to reach out to the manager, Gina, but no return call or response to email. I waited to post this on hopes to hear back from the manager, but nothing. Hopefully this was just a one off situation.

A group of us went out last night for dinner. I have to say, the interior was a little bit scary. Very very dated and not very clean (I'll get to the kitchen in a moment). The food was ok. A little overpriced for what you get. The warm bread was ok....I am guessing frozen, then warmed....overall ok. Surprised that no salads were offered. Just pushed us for appetizers then the meal order. Rush rush rush....that's what we all felt. On the way out after dinner I noticed the kitchen and from what I could see it was dirty. Things all over the floor. Overall....not impressed and there are no plans to return. I hate saying it but Olive Garden gets a tad higher marks than this place although they Gino's has more of a "authentic" menu.

Wonderful Italian restaurant. Staff was super friendly, food was excellent. New favorite Italian restaurant.

Myself and 4 family members had dinner at Gino's for the first time. We had a variety of dishes and desserts and all were excellent. Our service was both friendly and efficient, with water and tea glasses regularly being refilled. The restaurant is family owned and is a very inviting place to dine.