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December marked first Anniversary for owners of North Austin location
Last month marked the first anniversary for Saddle Horn Concepts’ Founders Scott Smith and John Miller, owners of Delucca Gaucho Pizza & Wine in North Austin at Quarry Lake. At Delucca, the emphasis is on the social experience. Guests are allowed more time to socialize in groups due to the continuous dining service with multiple flavors of pizza and set starters coursed out from start to finish. Encouraging guests to spend less time looking at the menu and to taste new and familiar flavors. The appeal and significant ease of the continuous Rodizio-style pizza service and one five-course menu for $24.95 per person has caught on quickly with diners.
Delucca offers the freshest, highest quality ingredients – including house-made Fior di Latte mozzarella and dough made daily. The elevated, social dining experience consists of starters served family-style from fresh and light Arugula Salad dressed in lemon honey vinaigrette, delicious Lobster Bisque, and Kobe Beef Meatballs. Followed by unlimited world-inspired savory pizzas served continuously with a large range of categories including traditional, specialty, seasonal, and Brazilian. Gluten-free, vegan, and kosher pizza options are available upon request.
DELUCCA ORIGIN AND OWNERSHIP
One year ago, the hospitality industry veterans, who were top executives at Del Frisco’s Restaurant Group, Gordon Ramsay North America, and Denny’s, purchased the pizza concept from Delucca founders Chef Evandro Caregnato and Vanderleia “Dede” Mallmann, who worked at Texas de Brazil for many years. Latin American cuisine continues to broaden in popularity. Delucca has been very successful in drawing a diverse demographic of guests and highlighting culture within its menu.
In addition to the Austin location, the new owners also own four other locations currently open, have two new locations under construction and are open to start franchising in the new year. The Austin location, nestled beside Quarry Lake, features an expansive patio and ample views from two spacious dining rooms and bar.
DELUCCA MENU AND OFFERINGS
Specialty pizzas include, but are not limited to, Turkish Lamb, Honey Sopressata, and Chicken Tikka Masala then topped off with a parade of noteworthy dessert pizzas from Nutella to Dulce De Leche. Traditional pizzas include Margherita, Cupping Pepperoni, and Four Cheeses & Truffle. There are vegetarian options such as a Vodka Sauce & Mushroom and Mexican Elote pizza. Delucca is now featuring Prosciutto Pear & Bleu Cheese and Butternut Squash Bacon & Goat Cheese for the fall and holiday season. Each guest is issued a coaster to turn from green to red to signal “yes” or “pause” to pizza service.
With Smith’s preeminent steakhouse and fine-dining portfolio, great wines are paramount to the brand. Well-priced, high-end, California, and global wine selections including Caymus, Duckhorn, Faust, CJ Melka, and Cade, abound with bottles ranging from $25-$125.
Expect inventive, showstopping mixology from the bar. A Classic Caipirinha is the house’s specialty made with premium ingredients, and you can also customize it by adding passion fruit, blackberry, or mango habanero. Also noteworthy is the Raspberry Lemon Drop Martini served with a Delucca signature smoke bubble on top. Choose from premium margaritas, boozy dessert drinks, Louis XIII Cognacs, and many more fine spirits. There are also zero-proof options for mocktails.
Happy Hour is available at the bar where guests can enjoy $8 select wines and cocktails, $8 small plates, and $9 select savory and dessert pizzas. Guests are welcome to enjoy this Happy Hour pricing Sunday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to close, and Friday & Saturday from 4:30 to 6 p.m.
Brunch is offered every Sunday from Noon to 3 p.m. with five signature brunch pizzas: Classic Breakfast, Croque Madame, Italian Brunch, Smoked Salmon, and Spinach & Bacon Quiche. Enjoy a range of mimosa flavors for only $7. In addition for $10 select Bloody Mary, Bloody Maria, or discover a Tombo 75. House-made White Sangria is also available for those looking for a brandy kick.
Children from 12 to 17 years of age are $18 per person and children from 3-12 years of age are $11 per person.
Reservations are recommended. Large groups can be accommodated and are encouraged.
Delucca Austin is currently hiring hosts, servers, and pizza servers. All applicants please email maura@delucca.com.
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About Delucca Pizza & Wine
Opened in July 2022, Delucca Gaucho Pizza & Wine is an upscale pizzeria serving bossa nova, craft cocktails, great wines at an exceptional value, and a continuous rodizio-style pizza menu. With one price and one 5-course menu, it’s an endless pizza experience perfect for a fun date night or group celebration. Located in the heart of North Austin, Delucca is nestled between 183 and MoPac Expy, with spacious indoor and outdoor dining areas, bar seating, and a covered patio with beautiful lake views. Delucca Austin serves daily dinner Monday through Sunday, and Brunch on Sundays. The bar and patio are also open daily with Happy Hour and Daily Specials. Delucca Austin is one of five locations in Texas, with two new upcoming locations in Las Colinas and in Fort Worth at the Alliance Town Center. Delucca Austin can be found at 4200 W Braker Ln, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759. For more information, connect on Facebook, Instagram, or via www.delucca.com. To make a reservation, please call 512-467-4992 or visit the Delucca website.
This article is a sponsored collaboration with Delucca.
