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Tavolino Ristorante, Tucson, AZ

Tavolino Ristorante

4.5
4.5
3076 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
An inviting restaurant that feels like an Italian neighborhood trattoria. Tavolino specializes in simple, elegant food including fresh salads, homemade pastas, pizzas, succulent roast and grilled meats, rotisserie chicken and game, and luscious desserts. Tavolino brings Italy to life in Tucson.

Note: due to limited seating and capacity, we will not be accepting ANY table requests for online reservations. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (520) 531-1913
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Massimo Tenino | Eduardo Jara
  • Catering
    Tavolino does have catering capabilities. Inquire with management at 520.531.1913 for more details to see if Tavolino can host your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room and many other options. Flat screen TV for presentations. Isolated and private, with multiple table set-ups available to fit the needs of your next event or celebration. For more information contact our private dining events coordinator at Karla@TavolinoRistorante.com
  • Private party contact
    Karla Rodriguez: (520) 531-1913
  • Neighborhood
    Foothills
  • Cross street
    Southwest corner of Skyline & Campbell in Plaza Colonial
  • Parking details
    Please note that there are two signs on the buildings. Entrance is on the east side of Plaza Colonial on the Campbell Ave. side of the plaza. Enter through the large gates and breezeway.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,076 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tucson

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tucson

    Italian

  • Tucson

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tucson

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tavolino Ristorante is a beloved Italian gem in Tucson, offering "excellent food and friendly service." Known for its "incredible pasta dishes," the restaurant boasts a lovely outdoor patio and a cozy indoor dining area. Diners rave about the "authentic Italian flavors" and consistently recommend it for special occasions.

3,076 Reviews
  1. Linda

    Tucson

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Fun experience. Put risotto on the main menu please!

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  2. Gary

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    like a 1950's Italian restaurant. Food OK, eatable but nothing special. Service was very poor and slow. will not return or recommend

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  3. Clinton

    Hawaii

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience. We’ll be back the next time we’re in town. 👍

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  4. Alex

    Tucson

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Mixed review, as our food was great, the bus persons service was great and it has a nice ambiance. The bartender/server not so much. We went long periods without seeing him for refills on our drinks or placing our order.We did unfortunately have to share our meal w unforgiving fruit flies everywhere. We were able to change tables but encountered them there as well. Management was notified and they said it was due to the windows being left open for too long. My knowledge from Working in the food industry knows most cases of fruit flies come from unsanitary conditions somewhere in the restaurant. Mostly have seen them around drink stations. I would like to revisit this restaurant once that has been resolved. I would’ve given them a score of 8 out 10 but swatting fruit flies and the inattentive service brings me to a 6.5 on the whole.

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  5. Pat

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server and his helper were fantastic. They were busy but took time for us.

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  6. Janet

    Tucson

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a go to restaurant for delicious food and outstanding service. Really liked the eggplant Parmesan.

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  7. Mike

    Tucson

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The food at Tavolino was excellent which was unfortunate because the service from our waiter Alan was way below a very good restaurants level. Alan was not very attentive from the time he came to take our drinks order. We hadn't realized the beer offering was mainly Italian beers and none of the usual you find at most restaurants. Our fault! After he gave us the rundown of the beers available, he didn't mention the breakdown was actually on the back of the menu and walked off to get our parties other drinks in frustration when I couldn't make a quick decision. At any other upscale restaurant when you disclose the dinner is to celebrate your 61st Anniversary, they at least acknowledge it when you sit down at your table or at another time early in the evening. Alan gave us a "oh yeah, happy anniversary" when he brought us the bill at the end of the evening. Oh well, the food was good, but the service will keep us from returning any time soon.

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  8. Jerimiah

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    This is typically one of our favorite places, but last night was an interesting exception. There was a pungent and foul aroma immediately upon entering the restaurant (grease trap or sewer backup?) it was bad... contemplated leaving before being seated and probably should have.. Pizza was a bit under, bruschetta was thin and a bit burnt, but they were out of the wine we wanted and gave us a no cost upgrade, so..winning? We'll be back, but if they don't resolve the smell, we won't stay for the meal.

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  9. Pam

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently good food. Good value. Attractive ambience and very pleasant wait staff- a favorite To dine at for any reason

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  10. Herb

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Tavolino has been one of our favorites for many years. We have recommended it to many friends and entertained guests there. Today it was very disappointing. The penne ai funghi was below average and the service was poor. The salad was very good. Our guest tasted and selected a wine but the waiter served her a different wine. We won’t be back anytime soon.

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FAQs

Tavolino Ristorante does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Tavolino Ristorante is rated 4.5 stars by 3076 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

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Google Map for Tavolino Ristorante

2890 E. Skyline Dr., Tucson, AZ 85718

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Southwest corner of Skyline & Campbell in Plaza Colonial
  • Neighborhood
    Foothills
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Please note that there are two signs on the buildings. Entrance is on the east side of Plaza Colonial on the Campbell Ave. side of the plaza. Enter through the large gates and breezeway.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Massimo Tenino | Eduardo Jara
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (520) 531-1913
  • Catering
    Tavolino does have catering capabilities. Inquire with management at 520.531.1913 for more details to see if Tavolino can host your next event.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room and many other options. Flat screen TV for presentations. Isolated and private, with multiple table set-ups available to fit the needs of your next event or celebration. For more information contact our private dining events coordinator at Karla@TavolinoRistorante.com
  • Private party contact
    Karla Rodriguez: (520) 531-1913
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