Austin's food scene may be known more for its barbecue and breakfast tacos than its Italian fare, but that doesn't mean there aren't some quite well-regarded Italian restaurants near Lamar Union. For example: Numero 28. This place is part of a small chain with outlets in places well-known for pizza (think: New York City), and the Austin outlet brings pizza, paninis, and more to downtown Austin.
Pizza has its own menu here, and guests can opt for choices with red sauce or white sauce. The Tartufo pairs mushrooms with truffle oil; the Austin features hot peppers and sausage; and other pies use ingredients like salami, prosciutto, artichokes, and potatoes. This place is a wine bar, too, and it offers cheese plates and meat plates for pairing. Numero 28's lunch and dinner menus branch out into entrees like lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, and baked ziti, and the eatery also serves classic desserts like tiramisu, gelati, and cannoli.
If you'd like to try this Austin eatery for yourself, Numero 28 is located just a short trip from Lamar Union.
Numero 28 Pizzeria and Vineria
452 W. 2nd Street
Austin, TX 78701
http://www.numero28austin.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/numero-28-austin
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