A Tavola

The location and ambiance make this place worth what you're paying for the meal. The food is fine and arrived in a fine amount of time, but our the waitstaff have never been overly attentive. I just think that at a semi-upscale resturant you shouldn't have to ask for your water glass to be refilled. If you can squeeze yourself a spot at the bar it's fun to watch the chef prepare some meals. It gets really crowded at night and on the weekend. We probably have had our fill of visits here and won't go back again. more

I am addicted to their warm cabbage salad! The blue cheese and bacon goes wonderfully with the napa cabbage. The main entrees are consistantly good and show creativity in the sauces. On a recent visit though, my husband and I arrived in the late afternoon and ordered off of the lunch menu. By the time we received our bill the restaurant was operating from the dinner menu. Our bill had the dinner prices billed. We were running late for the movie we were watching that night, so we didn't take the time to dispute it -- but it still bugged me. more

Earlier this year, A Tavola suffered fire damage and closed. I don't know if it's open again yet. In any event... We booked a table at A Tavola for last Valentine's Day. Now, I understand that VD is a big night for many restaurants, but I'm bothered by the trend I've seen in recent years: limited menus (are they making the food in vats?), tables shoved close together so as to seat more people at one time, much higher prices than normal, and so on. I'm pleased to say that A Tavola didn't suffer from any of those problems. The menu choices were interesting and imaginative, and we had a booth to ourselves. Unfortunately, though, we were finally seated for our 9:00 pm reservation at 10:20 pm. It is just not romantic to have to wait an hour and 20 minutes (with a reservation!) for the magic to begin. So be warned: They sometimes overbook for special events. more

A Tavola is a part of the fmaily of restaurants (nolas & milagros). Very good food, great service and nice atmosphere. The steak is fantastic. A lot, even too much, food. more