Business Details
10 Years
experience
Authentic Italian Dining Experience in Austin
L'Oca d'Oro is an Italian-inspired neighborhood restaurant in Austin, Texas, founded in 2016 with a commitment to quality sourcing, sustainable practices, and equitable staff compensation. Our menu features handmade pasta, cheese, salumi, and bread crafted in-house using locally grown produce and meats, reflecting a farm-to-table philosophy. We prioritize community welfare through initiatives like a 20% pre-tax service charge to ensure team members earn at least $17/hour, access to healthcare, and mental health counseling.Collaborations with organizations like Good Work Austin and Lilith Fund underscore our dedication to social justice and culinary excellence. Our chefs bring decades of experience from renowned establishments, blending traditional Italian flavors with innovative techniques to create dishes that celebrate family, hospitality, and shared experiences.
Services
Italian Cuisine
Farm-to-Table Dining
Group Dining
Happy Hour
Pasta Club
Gift Cards
Reservations
Wine List
Cocktails & Spirits
Private Parties
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We guarantee living wages and healthcare benefits for all team members through a 20% service charge
- Our menu features 100% in-house crafted pasta and salumi using locally sourced ingredients
- We partner with Good Work Austin to advance hospitality industry equity standards
- Chefs bring experience from Gramercy Tavern, Roberta's, and Franklin BBQ
- Monthly Pasta Paisano dinners support local charitable causes
What people say
Exceptional service
Creative dishes
Fair pricing
Sustainable sourcing
Community focus
Services
Italian Cuisine
Our Italian restaurant offers house-made pasta, salumi, and seasonal dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients. The menu reflects traditional techniques while embracing modern innovation, featuring daily changing offerings based on ingredient availability. Dishes highlight regional Italian flavors through sustainably sourced meats and produce.
Farm-to-Table Dining
We prioritize farm-to-table practices by sourcing ingredients from local growers and producers. This approach ensures ingredient freshness while supporting regional agriculture. Our partnerships with local farms enable menu flexibility and seasonal creativity, reducing environmental impact through shorter supply chains.
Group Dining
Our venue accommodates private parties and group dining experiences with customized menus. The space features dedicated areas for celebrations, offering curated wine pairings and chef-led experiences. Reservations require advance booking through our online form for optimal planning.
Happy Hour
Daily happy hour features discounted pastas, spritzes, and select wines from 4-6 PM. The menu includes specially priced cocktails and appetizers designed for casual dining. This promotion applies to both bar and dining room seating during specified hours.
Pasta Club
Fiores Regional Pasta Club offers a culinary journey through global pasta traditions. Members receive exclusive access to themed dining experiences, chef-curated recipes, and storytelling elements highlighting international culinary influences. The program emphasizes educational aspects of pasta-making techniques.
People
Fiore Tedesco
Chef
Co-founder with over 15 years culinary experience, trained under NYC's Gramercy Tavern and Austin's Franklin BBQ. Recognized for blending traditional Italian techniques with Texas ingredients, earning local and national accolades for innovative cuisine.
Adam Orman
Co-Founder
Hospitality industry veteran with 20+ years experience developing community-focused restaurants. Co-founded Good Work Austin to improve labor standards and established equitable wage models that became industry benchmarks in Austin's dining scene.
Questions
What makes LOca dOro's Italian cuisine unique?
Our Italian menu features 100% house-made pasta and salumi using locally sourced ingredients, blending traditional techniques with regional Texas influences.
How does LOca dOro support its staff?
We implement a 20% pre-tax service charge ensuring $17+/hour base wages, healthcare access, and mental health counseling for all team members.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept credit cards (with 2.85% processing fee), debit cards, and cash payments to avoid transaction fees.
Are group dining reservations available?
Yes, we offer private dining options for groups. Please complete our online form for event planning and menu customization.
What community initiatives does LOca dOro support?
We co-founded Good Work Austin to improve hospitality wages and partner with Lilith Fund for social justice initiatives.
