Uncle Nicky's

This is one of the best and most under-rated brunches in Austin.Everything was phenomenal. The truffled eggs were divine!!! Perfectly fluffy & crunchy focaccia for dipping. The Eggs Nicky, a benedict with prosciutto and focaccia, was incredible. They nailed the hollandaise and the cook on the eggs. The breakfast sandwich wasn't out of this world, but I had no complaints. Especially at $7!!!I'm a bit of an espresso martini snob, and this one definitely ranks in my top 5 in Austin (so far...)We came early on a Monday (the day before the Jan 2025 snow day) and were the only people in the restaurant. I imagine on a warmer day the parking lot (shared with Loro) would fill up quickly though. The waitress was friendly, and I loved the decor. Would love to come back for lunch/happy hour on a pretty day and try out the patio.

Was nervous to try Uncle Nicky's after reading mixed reviews, but really glad that we gave this place a shot. We dined here on a Saturday night and were met with very friendly service and no wait. Their ordering concept is counter service and you do not need a reservation. Our food came out super quick - we received our appetizer probably five minutes after sitting down. If I visit a place with homemade pasta I can't help but order it, so pasta it was. We ordered Uncle Nicky's meatballs, the rigatoni de la casa, and basil pesto. Everything had good flavor and came out at the perfect temperature. The texture of the pasta was perfectly al dente. I really enjoyed the almost red pepper flavor of the rigatoni sauce. The focaccia with the meatballs was soft yet crunchy and great for dipping in everything. We thought everything was fairly priced for the portion size and for being homemade. Overall, we had a great time. The employee at the counter even gave us an extra cannoli, which was crunchy and had a good level of sweetness. My friend ordered the Oaxacan Espresso martini which, first, fun how they had three different kinds of espresso martinis, and second, was tasty!We will definitely be back to this location, and look forward to trying Uncle Nicky's Happy Hour.

I'll probably still visit again, but I wasn't very impressed with Uncle Nicky's the first time around. I ordered the Mambo sandwich to take away, so I don't have much to say about the ambiance or service. They have a small outdoor space, but it borders South Lamar, so it isn't the most picturesque. Still, could be a pleasant spot to eat on a nice day.I ordered the Mambo because it looked like the classic Italian sandwich, always a good starting point when ordering a sandwich from a new spot. The size was good, but it was also pretty expensive, so I expected something filling. The first thing that stands out: way too much bread. And it wasn't good bread; it was sort of flavorless and crumbly. And there wasn't enough moisture to counteract the dryness. In fairness, I did order without mayo, but I expected something like oil/vinegar to balance that out. There was something in the way of sauce on it, but not nearly enough.This sandwich was composed of the classics: spicy capicola, genoa salami, mortadella, provolone, shredded lettuce, tomato, red onion. But it just fell flat. The meats just didn't have the flavor I've come to expect from a good Italian sandwich. Particularly the spicy capicola; really no spice at all.Like I mentioned, I'll probably come back once more to try to porchetta, but I don't think Uncle Nicky's warrants a visit based on the Mambo alone. Hopefully my next visit will change my mind!

Love their marinara sauce! We were visiting the area and tried this place out early in our stay and went back two more times because it was so delicious. We tried the chicken parm sandwich the last day and it was the best I've ever had. Tender chicken cutlet, cheesy but not mushy and delicious sauce. Highly recommend you try them out.

Let me start that I'm being nice giving it 2 stars. If I rated the cashier, they would get 0 stars. Horrible attitude. When I asked if the apperitivo I picked was good, her answer was " sure". Wow, I can't wait to try it.The app was indeed good though. The meatballs and spaghetti I honestly make better ones. The sandwich was good but not worth coming back, and the cannoli is missing chocolate chips. Like, seriously? My mule was good. I'll give them that. Last but not least, I have to pay a 3% wellness charge for this cashier to look so unhappy: nope. The ambiance is not good, it's very casual, too casual. I don't think I even want to come back for their happy hour, I've seen enough. Pro tip: for a good Italian sandwich you should go to Home slice pizza.

Cashier was very friendly and offered great recommendations on the menu. There was pretty much no wait at 7pm on a Wednesday.The interior has a cute casual vibe to it! Parking was a little difficult since Loro next door takes up a lot of spots.They have a good sized drink menu. I got the Uncle Nicky's Spritz which had a bitter, sweet, and citrus flavor to it. I probably wouldn't order this drink again but I would recommend it for anyone that likes a more clear bitter flavor.The baked pepperoni rigatoni had just the right amount of cheese and plenty of pepperonis which were the main flavor. It felt like a pepperoni lasagna with a little less sauce. My boyfriend got the spaghetti with meatballs that really hit the spot and provided a comforting warming feeling. The focaccia with garlic was the star of the show. Crispy edges but chewy interior, plenty of salt to taste, and garlic so roasted that it was almost sweet. The caesar salad had a great classic flavor with toasted focaccia pieces to top it off.

Cute neighborhood joint with solid food. We ate the baked rigatoni with pepperoni and the mambo sandwich. Rigatoni was cheesy and good. The mambo was also solid. My partner liked it, but compared to Home Slice, not close. The star for me was the kale salad. It was filled with pine nuts and a lovely lemony dressing. Service was solid. You basically order at the counter, get a number and choose a table. We sat outside and enjoyed the GenX music. Much appreciated! If I could do a 3.5 rating, I would. Swing by when you're in the neighborhood. We will return.

went here for the first time and was very pleased! shocking how empty it was for how good the food is here!!!! we got the meatballs to start (I LOVED them), got a chicken parm sandwich, and then the Baked Pepperoni (Rigatoni Pomodoro, Creamy Ricotta, Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, Olives, Fresh Herbs)! Also got a few drinks. You walk up to the counter and order (but can also keep your tab open if you want to order more later on). The service was fast and the workers were so great with suggestions! I would definitely get the meatballs and pasta again! This place is right next to Loro on South Lamar but they do have their own parking spots in front of their side (where towing is enforced) so not a big worry with the large loro crowds! They have indoor and outdoor seating which is quant and tucked away in the front. I will definitely be back for a great yet quick and easy bite! :)

Came here with some Yelp friends for happy hour! They do a unique one where the drinks are regular priced but they put out a selection of "free" snacks, eg pasta and crackers and cheeses. The inside is inviting enough; it's not fancy by any means but it's clean and simple in design. They have some parking right to the side of the restaurant, just across from Loro. It's a busy area with a lot of construction recently so plan accordingly re: time to arrive if that's important but otherwise it's a nice place to meet for a drink!

So amazing!!! The chicken Alfredo was soo yummy (probably my new favorite) and then Caesar salad was really good. Espresso martinis were a must with fresh made espresso made in house!