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Marzano Italian Restaurant, Tacoma, WA

Marzano Italian Restaurant

4.9 (768)
$30 and under
Italian
516 Garfield St S, Tacoma, WA 98444

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
The chefs at Marzano's attain the freshest ingredients to prepare authentic Italian cuisine. Owner Elisa Marzano grew up in Vicenza, Italy, and consistently refers to these roots to design Marzano's unique yet classic menu. Once a quaint two-bedroom home, the restaurant was transformed but still keeps the rustic, home-like feel for an inviting, welcoming atmosphere. The pleasing combination of intimate lighting and natural window light make it the ideal spot for either lunch or dinner. A top menu choice is the boscaiola, which features a creamy tomato and Bolognese sauce over rigatoni pasta, topped with various spices and forest mushrooms. Guests can enjoy complimentary bread and salad with every entree, so eating at Marzano's can ensure a satisfied appetite. Marzano's also aims to please those with various dietary needs, such as diners who desire gluten-free options.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef David Cooper
  • Neighborhood
    Parkland
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 768 people are saying

Marzano Italian Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Seattle / Eastern Washington

    Italian

  • Tacoma

    Best Overall

  • Tacoma

    Best Food

  • Tacoma

    Best Service

  • Tacoma

    Best Ambiance

  • Tacoma

    Best Value

  • Tacoma

    Innovative

  • Tacoma

    Neighborhood gem

  • Tacoma

    Great for fine wines

  • Tacoma

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Tacoma

    Romantic

  • Tacoma

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Marzano Italian Restaurant is celebrated for its "exceptional" cuisine and "outstanding" service, making it a beloved spot in Tacoma. Guests praise its "romantic ambiance" and "cozy atmosphere," ideal for special occasions. With "authentic Italian flavors" and a "creative menu," it's a must-visit for delightful dining experiences.

768 Reviews
  1. Linda

    Seattle12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dining and great service. Excellent wine list. Highly recommend the Lasagna Bolegnese , the pork bellies and the steak. Tirimisu for dessert is amazing!

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  2. Patrick

    Coastal Georgia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food & service with a great atmosphere.

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  3. Mike

    Las Vegas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Marzanos is constantly one of the best restaurants in the south sound. We’ve been going there for 30 years. On this occasion ( my wife’s birthday) The staff was exceptionally kind. There was a card on our table. They made my wife’s favorite dish that is not currently on their menu special for her. We will recommend Marzanos to anyone looking for the best Italian food in Washington.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We always love dining at Marzanos. The food is excellent and we always leave so full. The service is fantastic - not too involved but timed just right so you’re able to enjoy the menu peacefully. The restaurant is small so it is often loud but we still enjoy going.

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  5. Rod

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience, great service, and darn good food. Not much more that one can say---As near perfect as one could wish. Had a person in our party requiring a "gluten free" meal. The staff went far out of their way to accommodate her needs. A very hearty "thank you" to a great staff and a great restaurant.

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  6. rochelle

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is exceptional every time we come here. The staff always goes above and beyond with their service. We’ll be back again and always refer others to experience this hidden gem!

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  7. Shanne

    Seattle3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our go to place when we are in the area. We had a large party and they made it work! Everyone was super happy with the food and service!! We look forward to our next visit!

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  8. Lew

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an excellent restaurant. Service & food was great. There were four of us & we all had a different dish & each were perfect. We really splurged & had appetizers, entree with salad & desserts. Of course we all came away with lunch for tomorrow. You can’t go wrong with dinner with friends or a date night.

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  9. Pedro

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Marzano’s was an amazing place. If you looking for great food and romantic environment wrapped up with outstanding service than this is your place.

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  10. Debra

    Portland12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    For over 30 years I have enjoyed Marzanos. Their food is always consistently wonderful. Staff knowledgeable and helpful. Great place for birthdays, anniversaries and just because.

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FAQs

Marzano Italian Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (253) 537-4191.

Marzano Italian Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 768 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Marzano Italian Restaurant

516 Garfield St S, Tacoma, WA 98444

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Parkland
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–8:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef David Cooper
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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