L'Oca d'Oro
Italian restaurant · Rmma
1900 Simond Ave, Austin, TX 78723
Highlights
Handmade pasta, housemade cheese, and Italian classics in a bright setting.
Handmade pasta, housemade cheese, and Italian classics in a bright setting.
"L’Oca D’Oro might look like an impossibly cute neighborhood cafe in a pedestrian-friendly section of Mueller, but it’s also a great place to dig into one of the best birthday foods of them all: pasta. Not because it’s particularly great at holding candles (we’d actually advise against this), but because each bite of house-made noodles makes the day feel just a little bit more special. If you really want something to stick a candle in, finish the meal up with a slice of tiramisu, made with locally roasted espresso and a bit of Plantation rum." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion
"Picture an impossibly cute little cafe with floor-to-ceiling windows tucked between a small pedestrian-only shopping center and a picturesque park with a lake in Mueller. Then open your eyes and head to L’Oca D’oro, where it all becomes reality. The menu here changes as often as the seasons, which just means you can come back for repeat visits without ever getting bored. But if you’re ever finding yourself bored of perfectly chewy mafaldine, sweet and smoky charred beets, or creamy mozzarella, maybe you should just go get a burger somewhere instead." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion
"L’Oca d’Ora almost sounds like a fictional place. It’s an impossibly cute little Mueller cafe with floor-to-ceiling windows tucked between a pedestrian-only shopping center and a picturesque lakeside park. Where you sit makes a big difference since the tasting menu isn't offered by the bar or on the patio. The spread starts with bread served with fresh mozzarella, plus a few dips and cured meats. After that, there’s a pasta course, a meat course, and dessert—each with two options, making this ideal for couples who want to share more plates. It has its high points, but there are also a few dishes that feel like they’ve been prepared in advance to be served over and over through the night. Wine pairing: N/A, but there’s a long list of (mostly Italian) bottles and by-the-glass options" - nicolai mccrary, matthew jacobs
"This Mueller restaurant offers sustainable, locally sourced dishes like super-fresh mozzarella, sourdough focaccia, and an ever-rotating menu of pastas with both classic options (rigatoni all’amatriciana) and inventive takes (reginette with smoked brisket). If lasagna is on the menu, get it. Solo diners can park at the small bar with wine or a cocktail, friends can enjoy the Mueller bustle on the patio, and there’s room for even large parties in the dining room." - Erin Russell
"For those whose love language is pasta, this Mueller Italian restaurant is a great pick, offering tasty dishes and reasonable prices. The menu includes exceptional fresh mozzarella, seasonal pasta, and desserts. There is a $55 three-course fixed menu for lovers on a budget. It offers indoor and outdoor dining service." - Erin Russell
