AMALFI at Tavola is one of the most unique dining experiences in Minneapolis right now. From the moment you walk in, you're transported to the Italian coast with beautiful décor, an inviting atmosphere, and thoughtful attention to every detail. The food was outstanding!! Fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish felt carefully crafted and full of authentic Mediterranean inspiration. The cocktails and wine selections perfectly complemented the menu, and the service was exceptional. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about creating a memorable experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a fantastic night out, AMALFI delivers on every level. A true hidden gem in downtown Minneapolis that feels like a mini vacation to the Amalfi Coast. Can't wait to return! read more

I attended the seasonal Amalfi: A Postcard Series experience at Elliot Park Hotel and had an enjoyable evening overall. There was decent street parking available, and the meters across from the hotel were only enforced until 5 p.m., so if you have a later dinner reservation, you won't have to worry about additional parking fees. The dining room captured an elegant Italian coastal vibe that fit the Amalfi theme. For appetizers, I recommend the tuna tartare and mozzarella caprese. The tuna was cut into generous pieces and paired with a flavorful dressing that complemented the fish well. The caprese featured thick slices of fresh mozzarella and tomatoes, making it simple but very satisfying. We also tried the beef carpaccio, which was sliced paper-thin and well prepared, though it wasn't as memorable as the other appetizers. The dish I was most excited for was the Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe, prepared tableside by tossing the pasta in a large cheese wheel. It was fun to watch and authentically rich and cheesy, but I felt it needed a bit more salt. I had to add some table salt to make it more savory. We also ordered the Frutti di Mare, a seafood pasta with seafood that good flavor. For drinks, I had the Cabana Spritz, which was light, citrusy, and bubbly. Overall, this was a fun seasonal dining experience with a beautiful atmosphere and a unique tableside presentation. It's worth trying if you're looking for a themed dining experience in Minneapolis. read more

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Friendly staff, though some times over whelmed, great food, much better than I expected based on reviews, most things are pricey Beef Tartar Tender, like the inside of a rare steak the mustard stands out but it's not so much of it that it's overwhelming crispy salty crispy things around it grilled soft bread This was quite good, my first time having tartar and i enjoyed the heck out of it Mushroom Toast Guac and wild mushrooms with crispy bacon I ordered my egg sunny side up, it was barely runny, a bit overcooked But all this on grilled soft bread was amazing, just a ton of toppings with full flavor, i loved it Mango Sorbet Tastes like frozen pureed mango, it was sooooo good, 8 bucks though but soooo good read more

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Tavola is the Italian-inspired hotel restaurant, located in the Elliot Park Hotel in downtown Minneapolis. My wife and I had four dine-in meals there during our 3 night stay at the hotel, and found the meals and service to be OK. As part of our stay, we got three breakfast vouchers (one entree/one non-alcoholic drink each) for 2 people and a $100 total hotel credit, with the easiest place to spend it being the hotel restaurant. Thus decided to have our first night's dinner as well as each breakfast. The restaurant shares the same valet system as the hotel, with the main entrance at the front of the building. The entrance from the hotel is open to the bar area, with the main dining area further down. Tavola has a good website, with current menus and prices. We noticed that Happy Hour runs daily from 3 pm to 6 pm, so got there by 5:30. They let us know that happy hour was only valid in the bar area, so found a booth near the bar to order. Our server was Zachary, and he was friendly, giving us recommendations. The best dish of taste and value was the grilled chicken wings, twelve for $16, and choice of sauces including buffalo (which is my wife's favorite). They had been grilled, imparting a slight smokey flavor and crispness to the skin. It's a great value at $1.33 per wing. We also got some truffle fries ($10), which weren't great: skin-on and in large quantity, but a bit limp (not fried well) and some truffle oil didn't add much. The big miss was the one gourmet item on the HH menu: sausage plate ($16), consisting of one small homemade sausage with some salad and a good red pepper puree. The balance was off: should have had a couple more links of that size in the plate, especially since plenty of salad and sauce were given. We also got a pint of the HH beer, a really good amber ale for $7. It went really well with the wings. As for breakfast, it's a small menu with the classics, and between the two of us, got to try the majority of the menu across the three days. Drinks: + my wife enjoyed her cappuccino ($7), espresso ($5), and coffee ($6). - got pineapple juice twice ($7) and it was fine, but was told it wasn't available on Saturday, so took the recommendation of freshly squeezed green juice ($7). I didn't like it much, being not particularly well made with the right balance of ingredients. Entrees: + Eggs Benedict ($20) - very good, with a perfectly poached duality of eggs, with canadian bacon a toasted english muffin. The hollandaise sauce was good and not too rich. It came with hash browns. + The Classic ($19) - my wife got scrambled eggs, with a really good bacon, and the toasted artisan bread was a good sour dough. + Churro French Toast ($18) - very rich, not needing sauce. It wasn't too candied with sugar though. - Waffle ($15) - bit small for $15, since it only came with syrup, and a little chocolate sauce and whipped cream. The waffle was fluffy, but that's something easily reproducible now, even at a free breakfast buffet. - Classic Omelet ($20) - got choice of 3 add-ins, so got mozzarella cheese, mushroom, and spinach. The star here was the enoki mushroom (never had that in a omelet before) , and it was great. I wish they had fresh salsa/pico, but only had hot sauce. It came with hash browns as well. - Breakfast wrap ($19) - really disappointing for the price. Sounded good, promising chorizo, but just used regular breakfast sausage. Nothing else stood out, with the potato being mushy and the avocado couldn't be tasted. And the promised salsa just ended up being a picante sauce, which was a bit too hot to use liberally. Service for breakfast was provided by Anthony on the weekdays and somebody else on the weekend. All were friendly and professional, and the weekend server was working hard considering it was quite a bit more crowded that Saturday. On the first two days, I had to request a bill so a gratuity could be added. On the third day, a full bill was given to me, with a later assurance that the amount would be removed from the room charge (which was indeed the case). read more

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The Amalfi coast theme is a great concept they're running right now. We had gone for the charcuterie class where we got to learn about fun cheeses, meats, and the culture of Italy. We'll definitely be back to check out their brunch next! read more

Tavola - The charcuterie class! - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

What an incredible pop-up experience! I went to AMALFI experience and it completely exceeded expectations. We started with the burrata as an appetizer -- creamy, fresh, and the perfect way to kick off the meal. For my main, I had the pappardelle paired with warm focaccia bread, and it was amazing -- you could really taste the coastal Italian inspiration in every bite. Add in a spritzer that hit just right, and it felt like a genuine taste of the Amalfi Coast. The ambiance was such a great blend -- relaxing and elegant, perfectly blended into our Minnesota summer. Citrus-lined tables, a beautiful drink selection, the whole vibe was dialed in. Service was outstanding too -- the staff were attentive and clearly knew the menu inside and out, which made the whole evening feel really polished and thoughtful. This is easily one of the most unique dining experiences I've had in Minneapolis recently. Can't wait for the next installment -- if you get the chance to go, don't miss it! read more

The food was good management checked on me a couple times, service was amazing

Amalfi exceeded our expectations and is absolutely worth seeking out! This is a dining experience that feels enjoyable from start to finish. They have put together a menu that feels incredibly thoughtful. The house-made pastas are the standout; beautifully executed, packed with flavor, vibrant, and overall delicious. Just as memorable as the food is the hospitality. The service is warm and they genuinely make you feel taken care of from the moment you sit down. Highly recommend and definitely reserve ahead of time. read more

Faye and Chef Erick were amazing hosts who provided the most delicious and authentic experience!! Would highly recommend this to anyone who loves food and wine!! read more

Tavola - Charcuterie board and spritz! - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Amalfi at Tavola has become one of my favorite italian restaurants in Minneapolis. I've been several times now and have had the chance to try a variety of dishes, and everything has been consistently delicious. My absolute favorites are the Burrata, the Pappardelle al Ragù, and the Branzino. The burrata is fresh and flavorful, the pappardelle is rich and comforting, and the branzino is perfectly cooked every time. The cocktail spritzers are also excellent--creative, well-balanced, and a great way to start the meal. The service is warm and welcoming, even when the restaurant is incredibly busy, which it often is and the ambiance is beautiful, making it just as perfect for a date night as it is for dinner with friends or celebrating a special occasion. If you're looking for authentic Italian cuisine, great cocktails, and outstanding hospitality, Amalfi at Tavola is definitely worth a visit. I'll be back to continue working my way through the menu! read more

Good food, fast service and located at the first floor of the Elliot Park Hotel. You can do street parking which is free after 5pm or Valet at the hotel. Very nice upscale ambiance, good for a date or a business meeting. If you're traveling and dining alone, no problem! Plenty of seats at the bar. read more

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We were looking for an Italian restaurant in Minneapolis and decided to try Tavola at the Elliott Park Hotel. Honestly, we weren't expecting much but, we were pleasantly surprised. The meatballs and lasagna were excellent, flavorful, hearty with and perfectly cooked. The atmosphere was clean, modern, and classy, making it a great spot for both casual dinners ans special occasions. The wait staff was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. Parking is easy with options for street parking, valet and onsite self parking. If you are in the area, definitely give Tavola a try. You wont be disappointed. read more

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amazing chef and service! This is a must try! They also do really fun and creative seasonal pop-ups which keeps the menu fresh.

The good: the fries were definitely in the top 5 I've ever had. The rest of my dinner was meh, but breakfast was tasty. The bad: Breakfast was understaffed for some reason. I don't blame the waitress for this, but it did take TWO HOURS and I didn't get half the things I asked for (ketchup, water refill, a second coffee). Very disappointed in the ridiculous delay. read more

I spent 3 nights at The Elliot Park Hotel and had three really pleasant breakfast meals at Tavola. This was one of the best hotel breakfast experiences, as the food was really well prepared, the restaurant was very clean, and the staff was fantastic. You can't go wrong with their classic breakfast, which is 2 eggs, served with crispy salted potatoes, toast, and your choice of pork belly, bacon, or chicken apple sausage. However, the star for me was their wonderful side of fruit, as well as their unique twist on eggs Benedict. While I was there, they offered poached eggs over smoke salmon, spinach, and polenta. Someone it felt healthy and decadent at the same time...delicious. Breakfast entrees were reasonably priced ($15-$20), but coffee and juices were a tad ridiculous (~$7 each). Service is quick so you can get to work, and the staff is really friendly and attentive. Excellent. read more

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Excellent service from Burt! Popped in for a quick dinner while staying at the Elliott Park hotel. The strip loin was good and cooked to a perfect medium rare with accompanying chimichurri and au gratin potatoes (loved the presentation, a little overly salty for my taste). Pretty much what I expect from a hotel restaurant - satisfactory and somewhat overpriced. The wine list is relatively expansive and I appreciated the breadth of choices there. read more

Tavola - Strip loin - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

A few weeks ago on a weekend we couldn't get it without a reservation so we thought it is good. Tonight, Monday we came with reservation (not needed) but got disappointed. The service was good. But kitchen a little slow. The decor was just standard hotel style. The food however was flat and not so good. The Fritto Misto was good, but my pasta bolognese missed any meat, I think I found a few crumbs of it in the dish. And to make things worse it was cold pasta. Okay, maybe warm. Definitely not where it should be. My wife ordered the mushroom pizza. She was okay with it, but I tried and did not like it. But that might have been me just not liking the sauce. The chocolate cake we ordered was huge and very good. But we should discuss the definition of whipped cream :) Overall disappointing visit read more

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I am usually NOT a fan of hotel-based restaurant food. However, Chef Matthew Plummer has definitely changed my mind with respect to this restaurant. I previously ordered the crispy calamari, and it was well seasoned and very tasty. However, he outdid himself for the Easter brunch! I have never had a prime rib so fork-tender and well- seasoned as his preparation. I also noticed his leadership in the dining room and with the service staff. This restaurant is definitely on my "return" list. Keep up the good work! read more

Recently visited Tavola for the first time and I was overall impressed with the delicious food! I was not expecting much based on the reviews but I was pleasantly surprised. Nestled inside the Elliot Park Hotel, the ambiance was beautiful with an open concept and beautiful light fixtures. It was moody with dark walls and very modern. I loved it! Pro tip - enter through the Elliot Park Hotel entrance, since the Tavola entrance is locked. I learned that the hard way! ;) We had a group of about 8 including kids. Everyone loved what they got! For an appetizer, we got the burrata and fries. The burrata was decadent with plenty of buttered focaccia bread slices. The fries were perfectly crispy and the aioli that it came with was divine. Most of us ordered the Ratolo - consisting of ricotta, spinach, and a sweet & spicy tomato agro dolce sauce. It was so delicious and better than expected. I loved the side salad and dressing as well. Overall a 10/10 meal. I also got the berry lemonade which was amazing! One of our friends ordered the mushroom pappardelle which was equally delicious. I appreciated how there were vegetarian options on the menu. We were here celebrating a couple friends' birthdays and the server surprised us with slices of a rich chocolate mousse cake. It was melt-in-your-mouth good! The reason I docked a star is because service was incredibly slow. It took a while for our server to take our orders. Additionally, our kids were starting to get fussy since it was getting late with bringing the checks. The restaurant seemed relatively empty so I wasn't sure if it was a staffing issue or otherwise. However, our waiter was incredibly friendly and the food was amazing so it was overall a great experience! read more

Tavola - Ratolo - amazing! Comes with side salad - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The tables were not even half filled and it still took over an hour for us to receive a classic breakfast of eggs, bacon, and toast. The waiter sat us and that was the only time we were spoken to before receiving the food. He did not offer to refill waters or check in once. The food was extremely underwhelming and no explanation for the late service was offered. read more

We were so impressed by the warm and personable service from our hostess as well as our waiter Bart. They checked in with us throughout our meal and made our experience so special. I'm writing this almost two weeks after our visit on 11/20 because it keeps popping back up in my head. The food was amazing. We started with burrata focaccia and arrugala salad as appetizers. We got pasta dishes for our main courses. The bucatini and garganelli were both amazing. I didn't think I liked sardines, but the fresh boquerones added an incredible zest to the garganelli dish. I can't wait to return for more. read more

My cousin and I were here for lunch today. Not for celebration. One of my aunts is at HCMC. My cuz wanted someplace close by within walking distance. So we hiked it on the first snow day (Oct, 14). We looked at the menu. It all looked very tasty and our server was very good. Inevitably we decided pasta may put us to sleep by afternoon and we needed to be awake post my aunts surgery. We did the prime burger. Nimon Ranch. Very tasty. I would recommend medium. read more

Tavola - Prime Burger w fries - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Very disappointed. We picked this hotel because we thought we would have everything under one roof. We went to the restaurant to eat but couldn't get a table. Sent us to the bar which is fine but they never waited on us. We sat there for 20 minutes, no menu, no drinks, not even a "I will be right with you". Then on top of that, a couple sat down next to us and they brought them menus right away! We were disgusted and left....forever! read more

Ok food, nothing stellar. The Shishito pepper appetizer was good, the past just ok. I think it was squid-ink, the shrimp was a bit overcooked and chewy. For an entrée it wasn't very hot either. I kind of think for the prices, they could at least offer some fresh Italian bread and olive oil to nosh on while waiting for the food. read more

Tavola - The Seafood Pasta - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Underwhelming We went here last night. My high-level review is disappointing and overpriced. My wife and I both started with the Old Fashioned Corleon. Heads up - this doesn't resemble a typical Old Fashioned. Much sweeter. We had the Fritto Misto as an appetizer. The calamari was hit or miss. Some was fine, some was clearly overcooked and tough. I had the Rigatoni Bolognese. They list their pasta as "homemade" and I do believe them on this, although the rigatoni was a different shape than I expected. Much more narrow than traditional rigatoni - almost a cross between rigatoni and bucatini. The noodles tasted fine. The Bolognese was average. My wife had the mushroom truffle flatbread. She thought they skimped on the mushrooms (picture attached.) We also each had a glass of wine. Total price (without tip) was $138.27. I feel that for that much money, you should get a decent dinner. We should have known better with a hotel restaurant. I guess when you have a captive audience they take advantage. Pleasant server. They use Tock for their reservation system. On the reservation they ask, "if you will you be celebrating a special occasion?" It was my birthday, so she checked that box. I'm not sure what that was supposed to do, but there was no indication in the service. I'm not really disappointed about that, but I thought I'd at least mention it. Overall, I'd say it's maybe a step up from Olive Garden. If you want Italian in downtown Minneapolis, I'd recommend Bar La Grassa but you'll want to make a reservation pretty far in advance. read more

Tavola - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

The restaurant decor is your typical hotel restaurant decor, nothing special. Looking around it was pretty quiet so I figured service should be good and quick! Went there to celebrate a birthday with friends. The timing between our drinks and waiting for our apps took longer than expected but we were ok with that seeing that we had a lot to catch up on but then service got worse... Fried calamari/ shrimp appetizer was OK, not crispy enough and lacked flavor. Italian fries weren't crispy at all. Portion was huge so that was a waste of food. Broccolini was decent but needed salt & pepper. Brussel sprouts with bacon was probably the best side veggie dish. Pork Roulette entree was super dry and pretty tasteless which was disappointing. Mushroom Papperdelle was pretty good. The pasta was cooked well and the mushrooms were flavorful. Dessert - Flourless chocolate tart with vanilla ice cream and chocolate ice cream was good. Ice cream is from Sebastian Joes! The mixed berry panna cotta was a bit undercooked. The custard part was too thin and liquidy, not firm enough and needed to be sweeter. Overall the service was super slow for a restaurant that only had a few tables. The server was not attentive at all and the food was mediocre. Definitely not worth for me to come back to try anything else. read more

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We were headed to the Walker Art Center British Arrow Awards and wanted to eat nearby. I found Tavola. We had actually eaten 'here' when we used our Pub Pass at Finnegan's to order a pizza. The food then was great and we were excited to try the full menu. Service was absolutely excellent. I see some of the reviews for spotty service but this was not our experience. We had a reservation and were seated immediately. Our server (Claire) was amazing. Her suggestions were perfect. She was attentive but never pushy. We even had host(s) walking the floor to ensure we were taken care of. Fantastic experience with service. Our meals were equally excellent. I opted for the salmon and a side of Parmesan mashed potatoes. Soooo good. The salmon was served with polenta, cabbage, and mushrooms. Not a mushroom fan but loved the crispness of the cabbage with the fish and polenta. Yes, I even ate the mushrooms. Husband has the sausage ravioli, equally good. I definitely had a taste. Both meals were a perfect portion to leave us not hungry but not over stuffed. We found an on street parking spot for $3. Such a great stop. Great experience read more

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We stayed at the Eliot hotel for a concert and had dinner at Tovola's on a Friday evening. The restaurant had a few tables and were not busy. They were fully staffed and our server Deja was very friendly. Food was delicious!! My favorite was the Burrata! read more

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Food- not that great tastes like my non Italian mom made it. Service- waited 1 hr for our food and they forgot one of our dishes. (We had table of 7 and the restaurant was empty) Ambiance- not bad lots of windows I liked our server she was really nice, just didn't warn that we couldn't split checks unevenly until we had to pay. This should be said before ordering. Heard bartender talking bad about how we didn't leave a tip even after gratuity charge and complaining to customers he was currently serving while he knew we could hear and were sitting 10 feet away. read more

Underwhelming experience. Hate to be negative. Wouldn't return, even if staying at the Eilliot Park Hotel again and there was two feet of freshly falling snow. I was the only customer in the entire restaurant at about 7 pm. That was a clue. Poor food, mediocre service, and exorbitant price. Soupy Caesar salad ($14) and a mushy margherita flatbread ($18}. read more

The food is good and the service is pretty good as well. Very limited menu. A little pricey for what you get but it will work if you are hungry. read more

This place is located inside the Elliot Hotel and the host/ess stand is immediately to your right. It may seem at first that the restaurant is fairly small with a few booths and bar seating, but there is a dining room area you can't quite see from the host/ess stand. Our table ordered the ravioli x 2 and the Parmesan corn--and loved it! If you've never tried the ravioli, it has cheese inside and, sausage and broccolini on the outside. Flavor was great and the food came out in ~15 minutes. We ordered a gin & tonic, and their version of an old fashioned. I can't remember the other two drink orders, but I do recall all of them were great and presentation of both food and drink was on-point. Our server Jackie, who I've had the pleasure of encouraging more than once, was a gem. She was patient when we kept talking and forgot to look at the menu and still very attentive after-the-fact. Our bill totaled a reasonable $120 for all we ordered and I would visit again! They also have pick up options available if you don't feel up to the restaurant vibe. read more

I booked a table for 6 at Tavola about 10 days in advance. We did not know or care that an Ed Sheeran concert was taking place 6 blocks from Tavola. But Tavola certainly knew and cared, so much so that they changed their entire menu for the evening, and gave us no advance notice. Thanks, Ed! They boiled the menu down to a dozen items so that they could handle the huge crowds prior to the concert. We ordered most of the sparse menu, 3 apps and 1 entree apiece. Food was good, not great, what little we had. Two of the apps never made it to the table (or to the bill, so thanks for that). I had a thick cheeseburger that was hockey-puck well-done, broiling away what ever taste it might have had. The cocktail service was slow and inept. The first beer I ordered took 30 minutes to find me. I tried to order a Gibson from the bartender, and he didn't know what it was, then declared they were only serving drinks listed only the sparse menu, which all happened to be Ed Sheeran song titles. WTF. Seemed a cruel joke. They confirmed my reservation 3 TIMES, twice by text and once by phone, yet never said a word about abbreviating the dinner menu. Even with that, the service was atrocious. Servers routinely arrived with food we didn't order and we shooed them away. Our orders finally hit the table after about 30 minutes. We spent a bit over $300 for this mess. My friends were good enough to just roll with it, but I was quite embarrassed for having organized this. read more

Tavola - My Well Done Burger - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

There's a lot to appreciate with Tavola. Their menu covers a lot of bases and it's a very clean and comfortable environment. Some of the food I've had has been really good, especially the Pici Aglione. Although you could technically call this dish "spaghetti and meatballs", they combine the ingredients and the flavors way too precisely to describe it so modestly. I'll be back for that, and probably to try some of their other items. On this visit I had the Fettuccini Carbonara, which was just okay. They serve it with peas, pork bits, and a proper egg yolk on top so you know they're not messing around about their Carbonara. I bet people who love traditional Carbonara would be more pleased with it than I was. I also got the flourless chocolate hazelnut torta which was pretty good, but not mind-blowing. Prices were higher than I'd normally spend, but I suspect that people staying in this hotel (Tavola is attached to the Elliot Park Hotel) will find it in their range. I opted for the large dinner portion and it was very filling; maybe I could have gotten the small. Also there is a happy hour menu with most of these items available at an attractive discount. And if you check in on the Yelp app, you get 10% off! I'm not sure how I got so deep into this review without emphasizing the awesome quality of the fresh pasta. Clearly served right after being made from scratch by a kitchen staff that knows what they're doing. Man I love fresh pasta. One more tip - parking at the lot directly across 11th Street from Tavola is only 2 bucks after 4pm. Or there is also street parking. read more

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While staying on the property, we had numerous occasions to frequent the restaurant and bar. Warm and welcoming staff...Coriner at the hostess station was a major highlight, as was our excellent server, Bart. The food was consistently delicious, although my avocado toast breakfast was half the serving size as the previous morning...odd, but still delicious. The creamy polenta and prawns dish was outstanding, the Italian flatbread much larger than anticipated and very good, bolognese was tasty...all quality ingredients and well prepared. The 2 dessert options could have been more exciting but not a huge miss. All seating areas offer different dining options...quieter in the dining room, more casual in the bar area. Nice cocktails and wine choices. Attentive service from everyone, morning and evening. Spotless restrooms! read more

Came here for the third time for our anniversary tradition, and had absolutely amazing service and food! Bart, our server, was phenomenal and made the entire experience truly special. We have a great time here every year, but this year especially we enjoyed every aspect of our reservation, from the food, drinks, desserts, and most notably the service from Bart. Thank you Tavola! Can't wait for year 4. read more

What a great experience through and through. Bart was our server and took great care of us, everything from drink recommendations to serving us our best meal of our trip to Minnesota. We had the Meatball appetizer followed by the Chicken Piccata and the Salmon. We highly recommend this Resturant, and we will dine here once more before we head back home. Thanks read more

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Service: kind of slow. I had to wait for awhile before anyone noticed I was there. Once they saw me everything went smoothly. Food: I had the liver crostini appetizer to start. The crostini has sweet caramel onions. It wasn't what I expected at all because it was sweet. It didn't taste like patè so my palate was a little confused. I followed it with a Caesar Salad, which had real anchovies and the lettuce was nice and crisp and the dressing wasn't drowning the salad. It was so refreshing. Then I had the bucatini with one meatball in a red sauce. It wasn't too much and it wasn't too little. It was just the right amount and bucatini was cooked perfectly. Overall I enjoyed my meal. It wasn't spectacular but it was a nice meal after traveling all day. read more

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When staying at Elliot park hotel we stopped at the Tavola bar for drinks about 3 times and were very pleased with the delicious drinks and service each time. Their selection of spirits wasn't the widest but the craft cocktails were tasty and we saw other guests eating pizza that looked fantastic. We'll be back! read more

Tavola - Italian Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Well...sigh...So much promise...and disappointment at each round... This is a restaurant in the Elliot Park Hotel has a lounge and bar area, and then further in, a restaurant space with a variety of seating, including a place for larger parties to sit comfortably. The decor is elegant, without being gaudy, and the restaurant proper has great lighting, while the lounge/bar is a bit dimmer. There was a myriad of individuals in the lounge and restaurant areas, including older adults, individuals dining alone, snacking alone, having a glass of wine while working alone, and also a mix of families, friends and celebratory combination thereof. The waitstaff were great. 5 STARS without a doubt. Knowledgable, attentive without being intrusive, and accommodating. There is also wifi access in the area. So why the 3 Stars? The reason why is...sigh...simple...the food... The ingredients are great, stellar, top notch! 4.5-5stars!!! The execution of the dishes...ohh...sooo disappointing! 1.) Ordered the 2 cheese plate and lamb tartare. The cheese was excellent. well aged smoked gouda, soft sheep milk's cheese, and accoutrements. The major disappointment was that it came with focaccia bread 5 inches thick. The focaccia was delicious, however, such an awkward vessel for eating cheese as an appetizer!!! The same went for the lamb tartare. The lamb tartare as presented was perfectly balanced with the pickled mostarda, horseradish and capers. However, it was served on top of that focaccia bread large monstrosity...the dish comes with 3 ... focaccia breads and a good portion of the lamb tartare with the toppings on each. I just wish the vessel, again, was more manageable and complimentary to the wonderful lamb. 2.) I really wanted to try the ravioli. My server told me that it was the favorite dish on the menu. "Marieke gouda, house made Italian pork sausage, broccolini, cipolini." There was a generous portion, indeed, of ravioli, in a light chicken/wine broth, with an ample amount of sausage on top of the ravioli. The thing was? It was SO. SALTY. I could only eat 1 or 1.5 ravioli at a time. The gouda inside was delish...but with the broth and sausage, it was salt on salt on salt. The sausage was...not necessary. I removed it. It was tasty sausage! It just was superfluous for the dish. I wanted acid. Fresh herbs... something fresh...basil? fresh parmesan, and put the sausage in the ravioli instead of the gouda? Maybe add some apple cider vinegar to the broth to lighten up the dish? Okay done. But the summary is this: Servers GREAT! Decor: GREAT! Ingredients: Quality! Execution of dishes: SOOO disappointing, it pulled down the review. Maybe I will try again. It is not a place I will go to frequently, unless I am needing to sit at a place where I am not the only one sitting alone with a laptop to do work. So much potential...So much room for growth... read more