Picture this: you’re cruising down the Texas hill country roads, windows down, stomach growling, with one mission on your mind. That mission?
Getting to Cousin Louie’s Italian American in Austin for a plate of their legendary white clam sauce that’s got folks making the pilgrimage from San Antonio, Houston, and beyond.
Tucked away in the Belterra neighborhood at 165 Hargraves Drive, this Italian spot has become the destination for travelers who know that sometimes the best adventures involve carbs, seafood, and a whole lot of garlic.
The White Clam Sauce That Started It All
Cousin Louie’s white clam sauce has achieved near-mythical status among Texas foodies, and one taste explains why people are willing to burn a quarter tank of gas just to get here. Fresh clams mingle with garlic, herbs, and a silky sauce that clings to perfectly cooked pasta like it’s got nowhere else to be…