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Rigatoni pasta was so yummmmm!!!!! Highly recommend the
Rigatoni pasta was so yummmmm!!!!! Highly recommend the Espresso Martini (very strong)
Be the first to ReplyThis was some of the best Italian I have ever had.
I can't wait to visit Austin again for more! Every dish was perfect! My daughter and I came in for a late lunch, we ordered a couple starters, Caesar salad, and two pastas, a couple desserts. I WAS BLOWN AWAY!! There was also live music playing, it was all n all the most magical place.
Be the first to ReplyWe popped in earlier this week.
No reservations, but were immediately seated at the bar for dinner. We absolutely loved every moment of our visit. The bar staff is top notch, and the food was so delicious! We had calamari then spaghetti & meatballs. Very extensive wine list; I had wine by the glass, but there are fabulous bottles to check out. My favorite part of the experience was the atmosphere. It's so dark & elegant, yet cozy. Very romantic vibe! Cant wait to go back!
Be the first to ReplyAmazing food and service.
Lots of classic options and the waiters are very passionate about the menu. Intimate romantic vibe but with great music and loud conversations. Candle lit and beautifully decorated inside. Get the espresso martini, decently sized and very good. The cacio e pepe was delicious, same with the vodka sauce pasta. For a fresher dish check out the arugula salad, apple pear salad, or the classic caeser. Definitely would go again. Can't get pricy but fully worth the cost!
Be the first to ReplyFantastic spaghetti and meatballs Great place for a date
Fantastic spaghetti and meatballs Great place for a date night. I loved the atmosphere that was reminiscent of an old diner but not dingy and old.
Be the first to ReplyWhen I went inside the host was a bit short but asked if I
When I went inside the host was a bit short but asked if I had a reservation. I did not and he stated he could seat me immediately at the bar which I was absolutely fine with. I sat down and was the only person so I started to peruse the menu. I decided on a drink and Brinley took my order. He was very friendly and attentive even though he was pouring left and right. Once my Limoncello Sidecar showed up in front of me I had made my lunch choices. The Alla Tommy part had me intrigued. I also got the Malfadine with Funghi and Tartufo, which is basically mushrooms and truffles. While I was waiting for the food fresh bread appeared and it was focaccia. The focaccia was warm with a hint of salt and rosemary. It wasn't over done and the percent amount of flavor. It was buttery and warm and just delightful really. Soon my Caesar Salad Alla Tommy was placed and boy was I surprised. It was a large mound of romaine hearts(the best part of a head of lettuce) with tons of cheese shaved top and some lemon zest. The crowning jewel as you will was layered on the inside. It was a mix of an oil with Calabrian chilis and crunchy bread crumbs of focaccia mixed it. It was a bit spicy but cooled down with that creamy Caesar dressing. I seriously could not eat the salad fast enough. It was so good and I wanted more and I didn't want it to end. I finished the salad my beautiful pasta was not far behind. It was steaming hot and the aroma was fragrant and inviting. The sauce was a lighter white sauce full of mushroom flavor. Now you know mushrooms can be a bit overbearing or "dirty" tasting. This absolutely was not the case. The mushrooms were meaty and so juicy. The pasta was cooked perfectly and it was just the right portion. I didn't feel heavy when I was done eating. We continued our conversation about food and local restaurants as he continued to pour drinks. This was honestly just perfect. I was in town for eating and he had some excellent suggestions and reaffirmed some places I had been contemplating. I was so thankful that he took the time for me. I passed on the dessert and was shortly on my way to my next destination full of ideas on food. The story doesn't end there though....all day all I could think about was the Caesar Salad. I had to live in the top 3 of my lifetime and if you remember I order it any time it's on the menu. I'd venture to say it's number 1 realistically. I had another snack and continued to think about the salad. At 10pm that night when I was back at the hotel I decided that I wanted to order the salad to go and grab a slice while I was out and about. I ordered online for pick up and headed down to my rental. I went to leave and the dash lights lit up with all types of warnings and I had no power steering. I had to wait on a tow truck and had no way to pick up my salad I was desperately craving. I called the restaurant to let them know I wouldn't be able to pick up the order. She apologized for my troubles and we hung up. About an hour later the order was voided and I was not charged for the salad. Talk about extremely nice. I did not ask them to do that but they felt bad for my troubles. I was thankful and continued to think about that missed salad. But guess what the story continues....I was able to go get another rental car and in my travels that next day I was close to Sammie's as they opened for dinner. I decided to stop in and order a Caesar salad to go. When I went into the restaurant and spoke to the host I told him the situation. I explained to him I had dined Friday and had such an awesome experience at the bar with Brinley and how I had placed the to go order last night and was unable to pick up. I wanted to support them and clearly enjoy another salad. He remembered the ordered because he told me that I requested cracked black pepper on the online order. He let me now he would get a salad right away. All of a sudden Brinley came around the bar to the seating area with a bag that contained my salad. He was smiling and said, "hey I heard about all your troubles and we are sorry you didn't get your sals last night but here's one for today and it's on us!" I absolutely was floored. I told him that was not the least bit necessary. I wanted to pay for it but he was having no part of that conversation. I did tell him that I was planning to visit a place he suggested that night for a late dinner. He wished me happy travels and shook my hand. I was blown away at the fact that a restaurant cared that much about a single guest. It literally goes to show you that something so small can make such an impact on someone. I took that salad and man did I enjoy it. It just goes to show you that no matter who you are or what happens there are still people in the world that care. Thank you Sammie's for making my Austin trip out of this world. I cannot wait to come back. In the mean time I will be trying to replicate that Calabrian chili crunch at home.
Be the first to ReplyLoved the atmosphere of the place.
Very New York old Italian vibes. Our waiter was so knowledgeable and welcoming. He helped us order the perfect wines to complement our meals. We got the lasagna, which was large enough for really all three of us, the cacio e pepe pasta, and vodka pasta. They were all delicious! Unfortunately, I got food poisoning that evening from the cacio e pepe... but the fact that I would still go back says something about how yummy the food was! I would probably get the vodka pasta the next time. The tiramisu was alright but the waiter brought us a brown butter gelato on the house which was divine!
Be the first to ReplyFor starters, I will say the ambiance of the restaurant was
For starters, I will say the ambiance of the restaurant was very intimate and alluring, I loved every bit of it. I wish I would have taken photos of my food but it looked so divine I didn't get the chance too. We started off with Sammie's meatballs and I ordered the Gnocchi di Nonna Rita, which hands down was some of the best gnocchi I've had in quite some time. Our waiter was very attentive and consistently came around making sure our drinks were filled and our table was precisely clean. I definitely would recommend to anyone that hasn't tried Sammie's Italian just yet. P.S I did snag a photo of the tiramisu which was delectable to say the least.
Be the first to ReplyThis place is great! Came here with my friends for a girls
This place is great! Came here with my friends for a girls night out and Dustin took great care of us! It's pricey, but the portions/ quality is 100% worth it. I love the music they place as well, a total vibe. Perfect for a special occasion or date night. I highly recommend! Best Espresso Martini in town :)
Be the first to ReplyOne of the very few Italian places that has captured my
One of the very few Italian places that has captured my heart. Soulful food prepared by my dear friend Ricardo, who's the Executive Sous Chef. I have been to Sammie's twice and both times, I was pleasantly welcomed and ushered to my table. Servers were dressed professionally and elaborated on the dishes, which is a rare find in restaurants these days. The Mafaldine with Funghi & Tartufo was so deliciously done, generous portion of truffles greeted the dish. Another must have is Orecchiette with arbiatta sauce. I mean the pasta was cooked to perfection!!! 10/10 on both dishes. The warmth and the coziness of the restaurant was incredible. Definitely a spot for a date night or celebratory event. MML Group surely knows how to put up a good treat.
Be the first to Reply5/5 for the food- the mozzarella sticks are the best I've
5/5 for the food- the mozzarella sticks are the best I've ever had. My husband didn't want to order them because he said he's never had a good mozzarella stick before and thinks he doesn't like them. He gobbled these down and wanted more! We've tried a few pastas and they were all great. The eggplant Parmesan was super tasty- their red sauce is spot-on real deal Italian and I loved it!3.5/5 for service as we've had mixed experiences here. The first time we arrived 5 minutes prior to 5pm opening and we're told there are no tables available so we are at the bar. The bartender was super gruff and seemed miserable to be there. He kept trying to take away our plates while we were still actively eating (like we're actively chewing and there more left on the plate). He then ignored us and the other patrons the rest of the night. We went another time and got a table which was nice, but noticed the waitstaff was still weird about trying to clear plates while we are still eating. Service was better at the table than the bar.Ambiance- 3/5. The lighting and tables are all very nice, but even for an early 5pm dinner the place is incredibly loud- I was seated across from my husband and we had a hard time hearing each other over the din of other diners. The noise level is just way too high here.Food was fantastic, bar service left a lot to be desired and ambiance is nice but could be improved.
Be the first to ReplyFriends have been telling us to come here and we finally
Friends have been telling us to come here and we finally broke down and did for a special occasion. We have such a hard time justifying crazy prices for Italian food but this place did not disappoint! Caesar salad - omg yum. Everything is large enough to share. The mushroom truffle pasta was perfect. Wish they had more affordable wine options - red started around $68 for a Chianti so expect to spend some dough. But we would definitely come back for a special occasion! Our waitress was incredibly attentive and a sommelier- wonderful ambiance for a date night... go!
Be the first to ReplySammies strikes again.
THE BEST Caesar salad in the city.This time we got:- calamari- so full, so crisp, so delicious- Caesar salad - always YES- spaghetti Al limone - shockingly my fav dish I've had in all my visits- chocolate cake - you can't go wrong here Service is impeccable even at the bar.If I got proposed here, I wouldn't mind ;)
Be the first to ReplyService was poor as staff was very short with customers.
Pork chop was dry, but meatballs were good. Atmosphere is nice and it's good for people watching, but we were disappointed in the food and staff.
Be the first to ReplyEhhh the prices at OUTRAGEOUS and portions are small.
Overall the food was ok not great. I would not return here.
Be the first to ReplyOne of my fav restaurants in town! Have tried every one of
One of my fav restaurants in town! Have tried every one of their plates and Cant go wrong with the penne a la vodka, it is SO delicious! Reservations can be tricky so book a bit in advance.
Be the first to ReplySocks were knocked off.
INCREDIBLE food. Parking is kinda touch and go with the valet and it's really crowded inside & especially around host stand but that's alright. Food absolutely makes up for it. Had the meatballs, mozz sticks, wine, vodka pasta, and chicken piccata and I can't stop thinking about that chicken. Incredible. Omg. Will be back soon cuz this place is doing it right!
Be the first to ReplyGreat Italian, authentic gravy/sauce on the pasta and the
Great Italian, authentic gravy/sauce on the pasta and the meatballls were a pleasant surprise with Ricotta on top and basil. Calamari was just the right crispy. Chopped salad was OK a little too much red cabbage for my taste. My husband had the veal which was bone in and very good. Only bad was the music while out on the patio, heavy dance music with language just didn't seem right for this quaint Italian place. Patio was lovely to people watch though. Our waiter was very attentive.
Be the first to Reply5 stars.
Everything was great.Service was great. Our waiter, Brayden was spread a little thin but still very attentive. He did a nice job and made us feel like VIPs. I was really impressed. We split a Caesar which was bright, tangy, and a bit spicy. Definitely interesting and generously covered in fresh grated Parmesan.The table bread was a fluffy and flavorful focaccia. Very solid. Chicken Parmesan was a generous portion with a really robust red sauce. Very flavorful. Same with the eggplant Parmesan. Definitely a cut above. Most places slice it too thick and it's inedible. Sammie's has found a happy medium. Calamari breading was light and flaky, and well seasoned. Add the lemon cheek over it and into the sauce and it was stellar. Beats anything else I've had. Meatballs were also very flavorful. They were a touch more firm than I'm used to but against the pasta it turned out to be a great combo.Prices on the entrees look a little steep when you're looking at the menu (chicken parm was $42) but the portions are huge. I took most of it home and will probably get 2 more meals out of it. I can't wait to go back and try more things on the menu.My only complaint was the atmosphere is extremely loud, and the music makes you feel like you're in an Italian-restaurant-themed nightclub. I might be in the minority here, so chalk that up to personal preference. Just be warned that it's a loud joints. That was tough to adjust to but after 10 it settled down a bit and got into "vibrant restaurant" levels, which were more tolerable. The patio seating probably solves that issue.
Be the first to ReplyMichael, our server was great.
Ambiance was nice, the perfect weather for dining Al fresco. The funghi tartufo pasta (not pictured) was my favorite. The bolognese wasn't bad but not as delightful as the aforementioned. Caesar salad was a must and cheesecake was great because it wasn't overly sweet. Loved the whole olives in the focaccia, couldn't get enough!
Be the first to ReplyGetting a reservation for Sammie's has been a challenge
Getting a reservation for Sammie's has been a challenge since they opened last year. Fortunately, their small outdoor patio is open for walk ups and Austin has plenty of evenings that are perfect for al fresco dining. Atmosphere (5 inside, 3.5 outside) -- we've eaten a number of times at Sammie's since they opened, but only once inside. The renovation of this place from the old Huts burgers was exceptionally well done. The interior feels like a quaint neighborhood Italian restaurant that has been around for decades. It is small, packed and noisy. The outdoor patio is also lovely and dog friendly as long as your pup doesn't need a lot of space and is well behaved as the tables are fairly close together. They've done well considering Sammie's is just right off of 6th. We'd love to see Sammie's extend the outdoor patio out around the restaurant to the West towards Shoal Creek. I'm sure that would be $$$, but MML can afford it and this would make for a wonderful outdoor dining area with a view of the creek and away from the noise of 6th.Service (5) -- consistently excellent Cocktails / Wine (5) -- delicious cocktails and a solid wine list including some surprisingly reasonable options. Recently, our server recommended a Lambrusco (Cantina Della Volta) that was quite reasonable and paired exceptionally well with our meal. We're used to MML pushing expensive bottles of wine, so we were surprised and pleased with a $60 selection that was also excellent.Food (5) -- Sammie's has become our new favorite Italian in Austin. We still enjoy Red Ash and L'Oca d'Ora, but Sammie's is now our go to favorite. ย Some of our favorites:- Shrimp Frances (lemon butter sauce is outstanding)- Grilled Yellowtail Carpaccio- Lumache alla Vodka - Sammie's Lasagna (one of the top two lasagna's we've had anywhere)- Limone Cannoli (we usually don't like cannoli, but decided to try Sammie's based on a recommendation -- outstanding)
Be the first to ReplyI am in full agreement with Yelp's 3.
5 stars. Rounded up because the portions were large and both got to take home leftovers for lunch the next day.Had reservations for 8:30 pm on a Sunday. Street parking was a breeze, we showed up 15 min early and they sat us almost right away.SERVICE: Overall, the staff were attentive. Our server, Erik, checked on us once, outside of taking our orders. He was friendly when he was around. Everyone else who refilled our waters, cleared our table, etc. were quick to help.AMBIANCE: Yes, it's loud. But I liked it. If you're absolutely hard of hearing or hate lively environments, then no, this is not the place for you. But if you want a place where you can belly laugh and not worry about the table next to you, enjoy!The lack of 1.5 stars from making this an amazing experience was actually the food. It's just okay.FOOD: Erik insisted we get the mozzarella sticks. He said they make them fresh daily and nothing like frozen mozz sticks. I honestly couldn't tell the difference.Got the Cesar. Really good! But the chili oil that gives it that nice kick was concentrated on the inner layer (and I didn't realize until I chipped away at the leaves).Husband got the lasagna. He was a big fan. Very tasty and it was massive!!I ordered the lumacche in vodka sauce. Sammie's known for their arrabbiata sauce but hot damn this was SO spicy. I was not expecting it. The ricotta barely cut through it. The portion wasn't as generous but I only ate half because it was too much to handle in one sitting.Figured I'd save space for some dessert anyhow. We ordered the cheesecake and this was disappointing also. Barely any flavor. The crust was a bit soggy. Thankfully they cover it in a raspberry coulis so I was drenching each bite. (Also left half of it on the table.)If the meal was incredible, it'd be worth the price, but I'll stick to Red Ash when I want a hearty, boisterous environment, yummy Italian meal.
Be the first to ReplyWent to Sammies expecting an outstanding meal.
NOT!!! The best part of the meal was Sammies Cesar salad. It was fantastic ! The chicken parmigiana was a bit weak...vermicelli with a tomato sauce. The drinks were a little short on the fill line, expensive and expensive. I prefer Magiannos Italian in North Austin at a 3rd of the price. The waiter Anthony was a nice person but he was concentrating on a larger table with a much larger tip. I guess I would too if I wanted the money. I don't mind spending money but it's not worth $195 meal for 2 w/tip. The pity is you can get better food elsewhere. Very disappointed with Sammies. $15 dollar valet charge too! You go out to eat to have a good time and make it a happy memorable experience for the loved ones. Disappointed with Sammies!
Be the first to ReplyMy first impression was ย positive due to the fun cozy-like
My first impression was ย positive due to the fun cozy-like environment. Unfortunately, this impression was soon overshadowed by a pushy service coincided waiter. The three stars wasn't because of food, which was pretty good...but it wasn't as good as it should've been for the high priced meal. As good as the meal was ย it couldn't compensate us for the overly pushy waiter arrogant who ย Maneuvered our large group into making additional wine purchases...which no one really initiated. His pretentious posturing made that food become less undesirable.Even if the service was good, The bang for your buck ratio is really not there....the price tag does not connect with the level experience one should expect . No one on our party if six will be returning...There better options for Italian food in Austin.
Be the first to ReplyTook my cousins out for a milestone birthday dinner and had
Took my cousins out for a milestone birthday dinner and had an amazing experience. The staff was lovely, timely, and made sure to make us feel special. We were even able to enjoy dessert and drinks outside under the twinkle lights. It was a perfect evening for three New York Italian girls looking for a little slice of home.
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