First time having brunch here. We sat on the patio which was perfect. Able to people watch while enjoying the nice weather. The drink specials were great so I had a few belinis. The food was ok but I felt like it could have had some more flavor. read more

Taverna - Chicken Pasta - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Great service sweet people the food's awesome and atmosphere is great Love the salmon! And the charcuterie board read more

From the moment we walked in the service was impeccable! The hostesses were so cute and friendly and made us feel very welcome. The weather was threatening rain and we sat on the beautiful covered patio. It was lively and fun. The food was top notch. We had brunch and everything was delicious! I've always had a great experience here and I highly recommend it!! read more

Such a fun ambiance in this restaurant! Lots of large tables for groups of friends. They also have nice patio seating. Our server was great, patient and nice! They had a few brunch options and I ended up ordering the burger medium well which had a bit of truffle on it, it was good flavor but a little too much truffle. The fries were perfect. We ordered some focaccia for the table! I'm not used to focaccia being as thin as it was I usually prefer pillowy fluffy focaccia but I enjoyed this version! Would recommend if you're in the area. Plan to come back and try some of their pasta. read more

Taverna - Chicken Caesar salad - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Came on a Friday night around 7pm and was seated immediately which was great. Food was okay but expensive for what we got. Got a pasta dish with pears in a cream sauce. It was a rich sauce and the pears actually tasted oddly good, however the overall dish lacked flavor. The bruschetta was fresh but nothing wow. Unsure if I would return to try something else. Ambiance was pretty. read more

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Always a great time here. I have visited maybe four times since May so yes, I do enjoy this location. One of the times I came for brunch, I believe we showed up about an hour before our reservation just to see if they could squeeze us in and they did- so that was awesome. The service is very quick. The restaurant is always clean. One of the managers, Anthony, is extremely helpful. He definitely does his share of the workload- which he really doesn't have to do but he hustles hard for sure. Overall, great spot for Sunday brunch. We will definitely come back, no complaints. Eggs Benedict are my favorite on the menu. $3 bellinis/ mimosas on Sundays for sure, not sure about Saturdays- but regardless, I love a good deal. read more

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Had the best Sunday Morning brunch! We sat on the patio and there was beautiful fake flowers hanging over the lights on the patio. The waitress and staff were all really sweet and helpful. I ordered the BEC Sandwich (Bacon Egg Cheese) and it came with fries and it was so good ! And everything was so reasonably priced. Overall had a great experience! I will say- they do have valet but it was full so I had to scramble to find parking which was a pain but it worked out. read more

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$3 mimosas and Bellinis for weekend brunch special. The wait time is long but you can call ahead. They have a bar that is open seating and don't need rsvps you can order from prior to sitting. We got the eggs Benedict ($16) and the taverna burger ($18). Both were filling and come with lots of potatos or fries. Service was quick and the the seating inside was more Italian tablecloth. Great for a boozy brunch and to show visitors read more

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In Dallas for a trade show I went to the upscale Knox neighborhood to eat at Taverna. The restaurant has a warm atmosphere and a very Italian country vibe. We ate on the covered patio with heaters all around so it was comfortable even in January. The food was very good, not necessarily totally authentic but very tasty. We ordered Bruschetta, Meatballs Al Sugo and Antipasto Emiliano as starters to share at the table. The Bruschetta was tasty, the Meatballs were fantastic but the Antipasto was a little inauthentic. I never saw an antipasto dish using Mortadella as a meat since its a cheap Bologna meat, though they did have some Prosciutto as well, olives, red grapes, cheeses and Gherkin pickles on it as well. For the main course I ordered the Sea Bass Brodetto (an Italian version of the Spanish Paella), which was very tasty. This was paired with a delicious Californian red wine (the Walking Fool), and for desert I had an espresso with a Crème Brûlée. The food was tasty and it was a pleasant meal. read more

Taverna - Sea Bass Brodetto - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Incredible beyond on the interior with exposed brick and vibrant atmosphere. We came for a brunch and the vanilla French toast was awesome and focaccia bread a must. Both the salad and the biscuits and gravy were a bit bland, which is the only reason we didn't give it a 5 read more

Their brunch SLAPS. You can't beat $3 mimosas and quality Italian food on a Saturday. We went right when it opened and were able to be seated immediately. Service was great and loved the AC on the patio. Can't wait to go back to try the meatballs! read more

Taverna - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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I absolutely love pasta, and the gorgonzola with pear sauce was incredible--the best I've had. The meatballs were also divine. Overall, the food here is much better than Carbone. That said, the service could have been better. Our server Federico didn't mention any specials or recommendations, which I later overheard another server doing for their table. I ordered fries, and while they were good, it took a while for them to come out. When I asked for ketchup, the bottle was brought to the table, which felt a little out of place since it usually comes in a ramekin. When our food arrived, we didn't have any silverware and had to ask another server to bring some over. Maybe our waiter was just having an off day, but the experience could have been smoother. There's definitely room for improvement. read more

Taverna - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Great place to take people when they come into town. Has those chill Knox vibes while also being cool and had good food.

I get the same thing every time. TRUFFLE FRIES- the style is a little different..like In-N-Out fries... A little soggy. They give this to you with ketchup, but ask for a side of aïoli. TRUFFLE RISOTTO- this was good. Just as I remembered. SPAGHETTI VONGOLE- clam spaghetti. This was tasty. BREAD- you have to ask for it... This was good. Great compliment to the pasta. Give it with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. read more

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This is delicious! I think all Italian tastes pretty much the same, but not this place! We ordered the Negroni that is wine based, crispy and refreshing. Our waitress was the sweetest and the staff were accommodating. In addition, the pasta-stuffed pasta was unreal. I recommend this place for good food, good atmosphere and wine. read more

Taverna - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Food definitely is not the same very disappointed I use to love this place. I live in Ft.Worth and drive to eat just there but the food was not so good and service was lacking aperol spritz was horrible. They did do a new renovation. Won't be back. read more

The perfect brunch spot for a casual hang out! Mimosas were $3 a glass, we ended up getting a carafe of mimosa, a pizza Bianca, the bolognese, and a bruschetta for the table. Every dish was super fresh & delicious. We had the perfect amount of food to split for a table of 4. The location is perfect to kick off a Saturday in Dallas. read more

Taverna - Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Stopped in on Monday for lunch when all of Dallas was shut down for the storm. They took excellent care of our group. The food was delicious and drinks were refreshing. Our favorite pizza to get is the Salsicca! 5/5 for hospitality, food, and vibes! read more

Taverna - Cozze alla diavola - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Located at Knox Street, a must-try Italian place. There is a wide range of dishes and the service is also extremely good. They have both indoor and patio seating. But the price is a little high for the quantity of the dish they serve. The ambiance is really nice. read more

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I found this place through my sister and had to bring my husband here. the service is top notch but the space can be a little tight depending on which night you come. I got lamb the first time and the spinach ravioli the next while my husband got risotto al pesce perisc. We had a few wines on the waiter's recommendation and he did not miss! be careful though because if you indulge Too much, your wallet might hate you later! read more

Great atmosphere and vibe! Delicious food, drinks, wine, and dessert. Service was great and fast. The bruschetta was my favorite! read more

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Loved the service and food there. We told the server that we were sharing the food, they served it in two plates. read more

Taverna - Bufala Mozzarella Caprese Salad with Prosciutto - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

We started coming to this place a few weeks ago for brunch and now it's becoming a regular Sunday place for us. We usually sit at the bar and greeted by the friendly bartender, Ana! She's great along with the other staff members. They have a couple of TVs too to watch some sports if on. We have been going back for the "create your own omelet" which we get with everything including Jalepenos. This omelet is just so delicious and filling too. We also love love their bacon and even the potatoes are cooked to perfection! We will be coming back again! I also had dinner here a couple of weeks ago and the pizza was delicious but forgot to snap a pic for yall. read more

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Went for lunch last Saturday with a group of 6 for my girlfriend's birthday and it was fantastic. We got right in. Great vibe with very friendly, efficient service. Food was top notch and they even threw in a lovely dessert on the house to help celebrate the day. Highly recommend! read more

Great little Italian joint uptown. Atmosphere is excellent and the patio is very nice. Food was tremendous. We had the octopus as an appetizer and I had the gnocchi. Both were excellent. Will give five stars when the construction across the street is done. read more

Taverna - Menu - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

My friends and I came on a Friday and were able to sit outside in a very cute candle lit table. Our waiter was fine, but didn't give us great advice when we ordered and wasn't very friendly. I ordered the Cesar salad, eggplant parmigiana, the New Zealand Pinot Noir, and later ordered the cannolis as dessert. My food was very good, but my friends didn't like their desserts. The Panna Cotta was very hard and had the texture of dried greek yogurt. The Tortino Al Cioccolato was mushy, super rich and more of a pudding than a cake. I'd come back again but I'd probably skip dessert. read more

Taverna - Eggplant Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Good vibe, but terrible service. Also did not enjoy the burger. Was unflavorful and super greesy!

very nasty hosts. her name was Emily and the other has brown hair. they made a face at the waiter who was trying to help me find the hostess stand to grab my to-go order. very condescending tones. Fire them. read more

This place is so good. Great location, fabulous ambiance, amazing food and service. We had the vodka pasta and scampi. The house made noodles are so good. Best scampi I've ever had. A place I keep going back to! read more

Taverna - Vodka pasta & scampi - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Fantastic service, food and atmosphere as well. Always a great choice for lunch or dinner. Simply one of the best restaurants in Dallas, in my opinion. read more

Food Alert! If you're in the Dallas/Uptown area and you're looking for a good brunch or dinner spot, well, look no more Taverna has got you covered! They offer comfort Italian-inspired farm-to-cook dishes for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with rustic county vibes and a beautiful patio with excellent service! BRUNCH: Apps: New OrleansBeignets Drinks: Red Sangria Entreé: Eggs Benedict: I had salmon & Crab. But honestly, the salmon was better than the crab; it had more flavor. DINNER: Apps: Meatballs Al Sugo Entree: Paglia E Fireno Dessert: Vanilla Panna Cotta read more

Taverna - Bread - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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This was my review for Maria treating us nasty and I gave her 3 star We visited Taverna on Knox Street in Dallas this evening with a reservation originally set for 18 people. Unfortunately, only 9 of us were able to make it. From the start, the manager on duty, Maria, came across as very firm and a bit too stern. When she realized no one else would be arriving, she immediately and somewhat aggressively removed the extra waters from the table, which felt unnecessary and rude. I understand it wasn't ideal for such a large reservation to shrink, but it wasn't something within my control. Throughout the evening, Maria's approach felt nervous and aggressive, as if she was frustrated with us for the no-shows, and it left a sour impression. Considering our table still spent close to $700 (with gratuity), I expected more courtesy. On the positive side: the food was delicious, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the outdoor area was lovely. The dining experience itself was enjoyable, but the service attitude unfortunately overshadowed it for me. I'm not sure if I'd return because of how we were treated, which is disappointing given how great everything else was. read more

It's very very good food for sure - in my opinion a little overpriced but it's the area. The tables are extremely close together and it gets super loud so it ruins what could be a romantic evening. If they got rid of 25% of the tables it would be far less cramped. Love the patio area! Overall I really like this place. I had the paglia e fieno which was tagliatelle pasta with chicken, mushrooms, and a truffle cream sauce. It was honestly some of the best pasta I've had! Fairly good wine choices as well. read more

It was great! Food and services. The carbonara pasta is the best. We loved it. I want to come back soon. read more

Taverna - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Never a bad time at Taverna! The staff is great and knowledgeable and I've never had a bad dish. Prices are fair as well. Every table has a purse stand!! Every restaurant should have these!! I love going on a nice day when I can sit outside or on the convertible patio. read more

Taverna - Gorgonzola filled pasta with pears and cream sauce - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Good, fresh food with attentive service. A bit overpriced for what you get, but I assume that's the area. A good choice for Italian if you're on Knox. read more

Taverna - Shrimp scampi - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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My level of disappointment is beyond explanation! If I could give zero stars that would be the rating. I went here based on reviews and they were clearly embellishing! This lasagna cost $23 and it tastes like TRASH! It states it is made with spinach noodles but I cannot describe the mushy and grossness of this meal! Nothing about this meal was good. I threw the whole thing in the trash! Funny thing is...it looks nothing like the picture on their menu! If you are a lasagna lover like me....TRUST me when I tell you this is far from being anything tasteful! Taverna, take this off your menu! read more

Taverna - Lads - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I really enjoyed my dining experience at Taverna. This location is very cute and the patio view is nice... and now enjoyable because the weather is cooling down. The portions of each of the dishes were just right and everything was seasoned well. The best hit of the night was the tiramisu dessert. The presentation was unique and the taste was truly a delight! I recommend setting reservations ahead of time and plan to valet because there is very limited street parking as it is off the busy, popular strip of Knox Henderson. read more

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This place was surprisingly disappointing. It is really somewhere between 2 & 3 stars, but since I had high expectations the discrepancy pushed it to a 2. The mimosas tasted like cheap white wine. They don't have a full bar, which is disappointing for a brunch spot. We had the Fritto Misto and it tasted so fishy we didn't even finish it. My date had the Taverna Hash with scrambled eggs, which were mediocre. The same could be said for my Paglia E Fieno, disappointing but not disgusting. read more

Taverna - Taverna Hash - Italian Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Went here for Easter brunch because we waited too long to make a reservation elsewhere. Saw a good influencer on Tik Tok recommend this place. Our experience wasn't that great- food was mediocre, they did not have a full bar, and the service was slow. The ravioli was the best thing we ordered. Maybe on a less busy day, our service would've been better. Great location though! read more