La Tavernetta is fast gaining a reputation as one of Southampton’s finest places to eat. This chic, modern Italian restaurant offers exquisitely cooked authentic cuisine and its city centre location makes it incredibly convenient for any diners looking for a bite to eat whilst exploring the city.
Whether it’s a pre theatre bite or a post shopping feast, the array of pizza, pasta, fresh fish and meat dishes on offer on La Tavernetta’s won’t disappoint. So many people cite this modern, elegantly decorated restaurant as their favourite in Southampton. With its huge windows and wood panelled décor, and a bright friendly atmosphere family groups, business diners and intimate meals are catered for with equal aplomb.
The passion for food shines through the menu, from the fresh fish dishes, such as the gamberoni al aglio starter which is a delightful dish of tiger prawns; to the classic puddings on offer like tiramisu. Pizzas are cooked to perfection, with crisp bases; pasta is freshly made; vegetables are delicately cooked to preserve their colour and bite.
Portions are generous and an order of one of La Tavernetta's fresh pizzas will silence a party of hungry eaters for a goodly time. However, at the heart of this restaurant’s ethos is the social bonding which food brings. The staff are relaxed and attentive and very accommodating, ready to take specific directions from diners about how they like their dishes to be served.
Locals have come to La Tavernetta for years to enjoy the chilled, warm atmosphere created here. Southampton is privileged to have such an established, premium quality restaurant.