Trattoria Lisina is an Italian restaurant and wedding venue located in Driftwood, Texas. Just half an hour from Austin, this stone house sits on 20 acres of vineyards and offers breathtaking views of the hill country. Trattoria is an Italian word used to describe a casual, family-owned establishment, and Trattoria Lisina lives up to its name. The restaurant is family owned and operated by Damian and Trina Mandola, whose commitment to family is what inspired them to open the eatery. The Tuscan-style villa is a beautiful and luxurious place to make timeless memories, all while enjoying the comforts of home and flavors of Italy.

Facilities and Capacity

Couples arriving at Trattoria Lisina will be greeted by a spectacular courtyard, complete with lush gardens and a large stone fountain. From here, lovebirds will enter the villa, which features arched porticoes and is draped with verdant ivy. Inside, a spacious banquet hall can comfortably hold up to 175 guests for a sit-down dinner and 225 for a standing cocktail reception. This room boasts stone walls, vintage-inspired lanterns, and sweeping windows that bathe the floors in natural light. An enclosed verandah, which overlooks the winery and Oak grove, can also accommodate up to 75 guests in a semi-private space. For those who would also like to hold their ceremony at this stunning venue, a private covered pavilion is available. This pavilion comes with arched entrance ways, wrought iron chandeliers, and a large area for setting up chairs and an arch.

Services Offered
Trattoria Lisina has no rental fee for its event spaces, but engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and receptions do require a minimum food and beverage order. Couples can book the dining room and ceremony site, or rent out the entire property on Mondays for exclusive access to the estate. All weddings come with an event coordinator, who can help plan a fully personalized experience and make sure the big day runs smoothly. Soon-to-be-newlyweds will also be able to avail themselves of the restaurant’s mouth-watering Italian cuisine. Catering packages come with three or four courses of antipastos and entrees that include artichoke and Parmigiano fritters, bruschetta, Bolognese lasagna, and seafood penne.