Tazza Kitchen Village District

Overall Rating (1-10): 5.2 Tazza Kitchen provides a satisfactory dining experience with an ambiance that complements its setting. While it's a decent option for a casual meal, it's not a standout choice that would prompt me to go out of my way for a visit. There were 4 menu cards which made what foods were available a little confusing. Also no kids menu or options. Atmosphere (1-10): 5.2 The Village District naturally has its charms, and Tazza complements it with a unique dining ambiance. The presence of a wood fire oven adds a cozy touch. they have a 1Pokestop and 1 Poke gym for all those Pokémon Go. However, T-Mobile has no service in this area and there was no WIFI available. Food: Chips & Queso (1-10): 6.3 These weren't just any ordinary chips and dip; the queso was particularly delicious. Although initially served with a modest amount of chips, the attentive server promptly noticed and provided an extra serving. Cheeseburger w/ Bacon (1-10): 6.4 The burger was very satisfying, with a distinct and flavorful seasoning. It was clear the bun was fresh, adding to the overall high-quality feel of the meal. Margherita Pizza (1-10): 4.2 Expectations were high for a wood-fired pizza, but this one seemed to have been hurriedly made. It was pulled out of the oven a bit too early, leaving a raw flour taste. Its not considered a thin pizza so the dough was overpowering. It took away from the sauce and cheese. If the pizza was better, my overall score would of been higher. Value (1-10): 7.8 Considering the overall experience, spending $37 plus tip for two felt justified by the quality of the food

Tazza Kitchen is tucked into a corner of the Village District and I’ve walked by it dozens of times without trying it. My mistake. It’s not easy to describe the POV of the menu. Artisanal pizza restaurant with tacos and keto friendly choices, a well stocked bar serving a tasty selection of house cocktails. I arrived early for dinner service on a Thursday without reservations and the bar was already full. I ended up at a table and started with the Dearly Departed, a strawberry riff on a paper plane that was lovely. My wife and I shared plates and everything we ordered was good. There’s no salt on the table and one dish in particular could have used a touch more salt (I’m a heavy salter) but the rest of the flavors were nicely balanced and delicious. The Strawberry Romaine salad was lightly dressed and a nearly perfect summer salad. The asparagus and prosciutto both visually appealing and delicious, just a great starter. And finally the Baja Bowl was a great collection of ingredients that come together and the whole much better than the sum of its parts, but it could have used more salt :) and we added the salmon, medium, which was cooked perfectly. Tazza Kitchen is my new favorite bar in the Village District and I’m looking forward to exploring more of the menu.

Really delicious food. Nice atmosphere. The cocktails are also really well made and balanced. Quite impressed with everything we ordered. Only place it fell a little short was the humor of the staff. They were nice enough to get by but there is no managerial presence and no real warmness. We will certainly be back and I’d say out of the restaurants at Village District we’ve been to, they have the best food and drinks! Family friendly too which is nice. Have to shout out to the bartender Owen who was willing to make me an espresso martini with coffee, at my request, because they do not having an espresso machine- it was really good! Would recommend!

Very good spot! I got the goat cheese salad and it was delicious, they also took special care with my food allergies. The service was wonderful, and I also liked paying the tab with my phone instead of having to give a card and write everything out. Overall a very nice restaurant in Raleigh with reasonable prices! Will definitely be going back.

Always love going to Tazza. They have a great menu with affordable meals. Some of the better items include the beef brisket tacos (skip the side and get an extra taco for 3 total), the goat cheese appetizer, meatball appetizer and the sausage honey pizza. Don’t ask for extra Marinara, costs $4.50. Great atmosphere but can get loud so not best place for an intimate date or a place to really catch up with friends if your looking to dive into conversation. Would highly recommend.