IL Forte

My girlfriend and I stumbled across this restaurant. We initially were interested because it was just far enough away from busier streets that there wasn't a wait. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. Our waiter was very good. We would come here again.

This place is a hidden gem right in the middle of downtown Austin! Went there and had the best Pasta Carbonara I've ever had, with a beautiful egg yolk on top. Although I didn't get any, their pizza's were coming out of this beautiful wood fired oven and looked amazing, and I wish I had added that onto the perfection that was my Pasta Carbonara. The staff was ultra friendly and the owner seemed like he had a very warm personality. The place looked really cool with beautiful mosaics! I will certainly be back!

Thank you to Chef Renata and Owner Cesare for the best Langostino Pasta I've had since visiting Forte Di Marmi !!!!! ���

The hidden gem of downtown Austin! Great food, excellent prices! I love to get the Mr. Meatball panini with roasted potatoes, and all for $10 plus tax. So good! I love that I can always find a seat and even at noon. Laid back, cafe atmosphere. The only reason I hesitate to rave about Il Forte is because, everyone will go there and it will become too crowded to get a seat!

Wonderful experience. Delicious food. Marvelous host. Will be back for more.