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Poeta, Austin, TX

Poeta

4.6
4.6
368 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Poetry / like food / is meant to be shared.
Our words can evoke, comfort, inspire, fulfill, provoke, ultimately adding meaning to our lives and nutrition to our souls. Like words on a page, bringing ingredients together on a dish is our poetry; the love of preparing and sharing food from the heart is what brings out the poet in us…
For the same reasons behind revisiting the works of your favorite poet, we aim to offer a place that brings you back for food and atmosphere. Find familiar comfort, or experience and inspire new, with friends, family, and self.

Poeta is nestled within The Frances Modern Inn located on historic 11th street, just minutes from downtown.
Locally created and operated by award winning chefs, this neighborhood establishment welcomes everyone to partake in a meal, drinks, or dessert all day with breakfast, lunch or dinner, and enjoy daily happy hour.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 806-7789
  • Website
    http://poetarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Menu

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What 368 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Poeta is a charming Italian restaurant known for its "impeccable service" and "amazing food." Guests rave about the fresh, house-made pasta and delectable dishes like gnocchi and tiramisu. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, complemented by attentive staff who go out of their way to ensure a memorable dining experience.

368 Reviews

  1. Sameen

    VIP

    New York City

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible meal. The arancini was dynamite! They got our eggs perfect and were just so pleasant.

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  2. Jeffrey

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Poeta is truly a gem and one of my absolute favorites in Austin. Ian and his incredibly talented team consistently deliver an exceptional dining experience. The food is nothing short of extraordinary, with a menu that evolves beautifully to showcase the freshest, seasonal ingredients at their peak. Every visit is a journey of creativity and flavor that leaves a lasting impression. Whether it’s the impeccable service, the thoughtfully curated dishes, or the inviting atmosphere, Poeta never fails to create an enjoyable and memorable experience. Highly recommended!

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  3. Kali

    VIP

    Austin

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a wonderful experience at Poeta - food is consistently delicious, service is great, love the location. Will continue going back!

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  4. Jean-Patrick

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is largely made from scratch, breads pastas and cheeses which is amazing. It’s also locally owned which is great. Been twice so far and could see myself going routinely, the staff is very pleasant and the food is amazing.

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  5. Amanda

    VIP

    Phoenix

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unbelievable food, service, and ambiance. There were only two of us so go with more people to try more dishes!! Everything was incredible. Service and style of space was very chic.

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  6. Sharla

    Austin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal and great atmosphere! Perfect brunch place in Austin.

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  7. Joy

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great little Italian spot on a lively block. We had the Striped Bass and the Gnocchi and enjoyed both. Service was outstanding.

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  8. Stephanie

    Austin

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good service. A little more detail on the food itself and the portion size for the item, would be helpful. The liver dish was our favorite. Could use more toast points to even out the ratio. The Chicken Milanese was beautiful to look at, the salad topping delicious, the chicken crust and sauce super yummy, but the chicken itself was grayish, stringy and inedible.

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  9. Sara

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a beautiful spot, with EXCELLENT food, wow. I took my team of 7 there and we ordered all the things, including apps (the grilled cauliflower!!), pastas galore (they also offer GF options), and 3 different desserts - everything was fantastic, you won't be disappointed.

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  10. Jim

    VIP

    Austin

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The wine list needs to improve - especially the Italian portion

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Poeta is rated 4.6 stars by 368 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Poeta

1123 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702-1908

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    East Austin
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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