Sammie's
Italian restaurant · Downtown
807 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703
Highlights
Classic Italian fare in a polished setting with patio.
Classic Italian fare in a polished setting with patio.
"From the locally famous MML Hospitality Group comes an NYC-inspired red sauce joint that’s currently one of Downtown Austin’s most sought-after see-and-be-seen restaurants. This vibey spot attracts content creators, spendy birthday parties, and trend-conscious dates. While these might be positive or negative traits depending on who you ask, a few unqualified perks of a meal at Sammie’s include the super strong martinis, the perfectly-textured jumbo mozzarella sticks, and the Sopranos-ish decor scheme (complete with white linen tablecloths). Sammie’s offers both indoor and outdoor seating (reservations are strongly encouraged), and takeout orders can be placed online." - Taylor Tobin
"Sammie’s feels like it was snatched out of a film about the Italian mafia set in some city with long alleys. Where comforting bowls of handmade pasta and warm, dimly lit interiors are more features of necessity than design. Come to Sammie’s when you want some of the best lasagna you’ve probably ever had, and an order of chicken parmigiana bigger than your head. And if you didn’t make a reservation weeks ago, stop in and try to grab a seat at the bar, where you’ll be able to chew your pasta in sync to a cocktail shaker soundtrack and a display of red suit jackets." - nicolai mccrary
"The tightly packed dining room at Sammie’s—complete with red and black checkered floor tiles, white tablecloths, and walls full of framed photos—makes it seem a lot older than it is. It feels like a red-sauce restaurant that grew up in New York’s Little Italy before moving to Downtown Austin. And while this intense level of detail also means occasionally high prices, it’s accompanied by an excellent menu of comforting classic dishes, including housemade pastas, creamy mozzarella sticks, and an order of chicken parm bigger than your head. Head to Sammie’s when you want a fun, high-energy night out with one-too-many martinis, an extensive wine list, and a credit card bill you’ll probably regret in the morning (just a little bit)." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion
"This Jersey-proud red sauce joint from vibe-conscious hospitality group McGuire Moorman Lambert offers Italian-American classics in an upscale atmosphere downtown. Look for dishes like chicken Parmigiana, spaghetti and meatballs from the chef’s family recipe, and smothered pork chops with maitake mushrooms and a marsala brandy cream sauce. Dine on white tablecloths indoors, enjoy a meal al fresco, or order takeout online." - Erin Russell
"Taking inspiration from old-school red-sauce Italian American restaurants, Sammie’s is more of a deluxe experience where the waiters wear red suits and ties, the pastas are all handmade, and the lasagna is possibly the best rendition you’ll ever have. If anyone ever says they can’t get good red-sauce Italian in Austin, send them here." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion
