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Tavolino Ristorante, Tucson, AZ

Tavolino Ristorante

4.5 (3200)
$31 to $50
Italian
2890 E. Skyline Dr., Tucson, AZ 85718

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • 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!

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
  • 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

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What 3,200 people are saying

Tavolino Ristorante 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tucson

    Great for fine wines

  • Tucson

    Italian

  • Tucson

    Great for fine wines

  • Tucson

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tavolino Ristorante offers "delicious Italian dishes" with standout favorites like "Tajarin Al Nero Di Seppia." Regular patrons appreciate the "great service" and "authentic atmosphere." While the "pasta dishes are a highlight," some guests note occasional service delays and noise levels. Overall, Tavolino is "a beloved spot for Italian cuisine" in Tucson.
3,200 Reviews
  1. Ana VIP

    Tucson8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our children and I celebrated my husband at Tavolino tonight for Father’s Day. Although the restaurant was exceptionally busy. Of course, it’s Father’s Day. Yet, all were in order, everyone was calm, organized, and service was excellent. We didn’t wait any longer than usual for our dinners. All of our entrees were absolutely delicious, and the portions were consistent as usual. My husband and I both ordered our all time favorite, the Tajarin Al Nero Di Seppia. We would like to thank the front of the house staff, the chefs, and the management at Tavolino for their well planning, organized and smooth operation, and our delicious dinner tonight. Bravo guys! Your regular Tucson patrons.

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  2. Doug

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We've eaten here many times, and it is always lovely, food is consistent and the wait staff attentive.

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  3. Rich

    Tucson14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had dined here on a prior outing. I had the Veal Saltimboca and my wife had the Salmon filet. Both dishes were prepared perfectly, served very warm and attractively. Very nice vegetable selections served with the meals were excellent. We will return. The one issue we find at almost every fine dining spot in Tucson is the noise level. We find it difficult to speak to each other due to the noise levels.

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  4. mary

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    the food was sub par... the calimari in the soup was togh as shoe leather... linguini noodles would have been so much better bruschetta with artichoke & meat was sloppy looking. definitely need a new chef or the old one back again.

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  5. Lois

    Tucson7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice ambiance, excellent service. A bit expensive.

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  6. Holly VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I went to Massimo's first restaurant at Oracal and Ina in 1970/1971. I have followed him/ the restaurant since he moved to different locations . {_ I've never been "compted: a bottled of wine-} I go there practically every week and will continue to do so, because I enjoy the ambiance, the wait staff, and the food. I think that Carla, the cooks, the wait staff, do an excellent job, and I am very comfortable there. Jere Michael, Quail Distributing. Do you remember me? By the way: I had four restaurants in Aspen back in the 60's and 70's. s

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  7. Guillermo

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Check in was slow. The hostesses took long to get us seated inspite that the place had like 6 tables that were empty. I think they liked to feel important. Weren’t very friendly or amicable

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  8. Anna

    Tucson4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner celebrating our husbands' birthdays. Dustin, our server, was excellent--knowledgeable and engaging. The only downside was the noise level, which waa quite high. We had a hard time hearing our friends sitting on the other side of the table (a four-top). Other than that, a lovely evening.

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  9. Brett VIP

    Tucson18 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was not up to their usual standard. My starter, prosciutto and melon, had very underripe melon. We both had branzino as the main course, both of which were smaller than usual and were both overcooked and somewhat dry as a result. The accompanying broccolini on the other hand was severely undercooked to the point it was virtually inedible. The restaurant was quite empty for a Friday but apart from getting water right away it took a while for anyone to take a drink order or bring bread to the table. Once we got going service was good.

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  10. Amy VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful birthday dinner at Tavolino’s. Great food. Great service. We’ll be back.

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FAQs

Tavolino Ristorante does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Tavolino Ristorante is rated 4.5 stars by 3200 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 17 times today
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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
  • 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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