La Tavola - Baltimore

4.5

2336 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

PASTA MADE BY HAND - HOMEMADE GLUTEN FREE PASTA - FARM FRESH VEGETABLES - LOCALLY RAISED MEATS - FRESH CAUGHT FISH - SCRATCH MADE DESSERTS
For almost 30 years, La Tavola has been a cornerstone of Baltimore's Little Italy. We make fresh pasta from scratch every day and homemade sauces to blend them into traditional Italian cuisine family recipes. We use local, antibiotic free meats and fresh seafood as well as fresh from farm greens and vegetables and offer a vast selection of delicious daily specials.
Our dessert list will end your dinner with a smile on your face, from our home three cheese cheesecake to our classics Tiramisu' and Cannoli.

Please inform us of any allergies or specialized diets as we will do our best to accommodate.
**VEGETARIAN, VEGAN & GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE**

Private and Semi-Private Rooms available

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:30 pm Lunch Thu–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm
Phone number
(410) 685-1859
Website
http://www.la-tavola.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We offer catering trays that feed between 8-12 guests accompanied by homemade Italian bread. Banquet space available: Virtual tour link http://tours.digispin.com/?sid=51893&tid=24173 Banquet menu Link http://www.la-tavola.com/banquets.php
Private party facilities
We have two private dining rooms upstairs. The Gallery Room can host an event with up to 100 guests with a view of Harbor East in the backdrop. The Chef's Corner has host up to 50 guests. We offer round tables or rectangular tables seating 6-10 guests each with flexibility to set up and customize the rooms as desired for your event.

Location
248 Albemarle Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
Neighborhood
Little Italy
Cross street
Fawn Street
Parking details
Street parking good for 3 hours when available. Pay lot across street next to Kohler, also garage one block up at Pratt and President
Public transit
Bus 65 stops at the corner of Pratt & Albemarle 2 blocks away from the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Insalata Mista$14.75
Sweet and crisp field greens mixed with fresh tomatoes, carrots, and cucumbers, finished with a house-made balsamic vinaigrette
Carpaccio di Manzo$21.00
Thinly sliced raw filet mignon topped with rich and peppery arugula in a zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette with slices of Parmigiano Reggiano
Bruschetta "Della Tavola"$15.75
Fresh tomato marinated with basil, garlic and extra virgin olive oil placed on homemade crostini with melted mozzarella
Campo Caprino$16.75
Mesclun greens tossed in a homemade lemon basil vinaigrette with walnuts and soft creamy goat cheese
Parmigiana di Melanzane$14.75
Thinly sliced flash fried eggplant layered with fresh tomato and mozzarella; baked in a pomodoro sauce with Parmigiano Reggiano
Burrata$19.75
Creamy burrata served over farm fresh grilled vegetables and drizzled with a homemade balsamic reduction
Fritto Misto$19.75
Flash fried calamari, farm fresh vegetables and shrimp with marinara sauce
Antipasto Italiano$21.00
Assortment of Italian meats and fresh cheeses
Mozzarella Fresca$18.75
Buffalo mozzarella, roasted bell peppers, and fresh tomato in a savory homemade pesto vinaigrette
Insalata Romana$15.75
Crisp Romaine mixed in a homemade anchovy infused Caesar dressing topped with seasoned croutons and Parmigiano Reggiano shavings
Cozze e Vongole$18.00
Fresh mussels and New Zealand cockles sauteed with tomato, garlic and white wine
Carpaccio di Bietole$16.00
Rich and peppery arugula, fresh beets, walnuts and sliced Parmigiano Reggiano with a zesty homemade lemon dressing
Formaggi Misti$17.00
Fresh cheeses imported from Italy accompanied by nuts, fresh fruit and honey drizzle

Entrees

Main Course *VEGETARIAN, VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS AVAILABLE*

Spaghetti Neri al Granchio$36.00
Fresh lump crab meat, spinach and tomato sauteed in garlic, white wine and lobster broth with our homemade squid ink infused pasta
Ravioli alla Crema$27.75
Handmade pasta filled with farm fresh spinach, ricotta cheese and a pinch of nutmeg served in a wild mushroom cream sauce
Pollo alla Parmigiana$24.00
Locally raised chicken breast layered with thinly sliced flash fried eggplant and melted mozzarella cheese with a light pomodoro sauce; Served with farm fresh vegetables
Linguini alla Scoglio$36.00
Clams, mussels, shrimp and scallops sauteed in a spicy tomato sauce with our homemade linguini
Lasagna Bolognese$24.00
Fresh pasta layered with our simple yet delicious Bolognese and Bechamel sauce
Saltimbocca alla Romana$32.00
Locally raised thinly sliced veal topped with prosciutto and sauteed in a sage white wine sauce; Served with farm fresh vegetables
Gnocchi Pomodoro$26.00
Handmade potato dumplings sauteed in our farm fresh pomodoro sauce
Linguini Taleggio$28.00
Homemade linguini in a bold taleggio cheese sauce with freshly ground truffles finished with cured speck and piopini mushrooms
Vitello alla Norcina$31.00
Locally raised veal scallopini sauteed with kalamata olives in a tomato sauce with a touch of freshly made pesto
Penne Vegetali$26.00
Handmade pasta sauteed with farm fresh vegetables, garlic and white wine
Penne Puttansesca$26.00
Homemade pasta tossed with garlic, capers and fresh tomato in an anchovy infused pomodoro sauce
Teccio alla Veneziana$35.00
A seafood medley of fresh mussels, shrimp, scallops and clams simmered with bruschetta style tomato in a white wine broth
Capellini Napolentana$22.00
Farm fresh tomato, garlic and home grown basil simmered in a light pomodoro sauce with our homemade thin spaghetti

Dessert

Sweets

Tiramisu$14.00
Lady fingers dipped in imported espresso & marsala wine delicately layered with mascarpone sweet cream finished with a touch cocoa powder
Torta alla Carlo$14.00
Chef Carlo's signature three cheese cheesecake with micro chocolate morsels, an Oreo cookie crust and topped with a fresh berry compote
Cannoli$14.00
Handmade pizzelle cookies molded into cannoli shells stuffed with a ricotta cream filling, pistachio, almond & dried fruit
Profiteroles$14.00
Mascarpone & vanilla cream filled puffed pastries topped with chocolate espresso syrup.
Formaggi Misti$17.00
Fresh cheeses imported from Italy accompanied by nuts, fresh fruit and honey drizzle
Sorbetto$10.00
Lemon sorbet made with lemon zest and limoncello
Tartufo al Cioccolato$14.00
Vanilla and espresso gelato ball topped with coconut shavings and a homemade espresso infused chocolate syrup
Gelato Affogato$10.00
Vanilla gelato topped with a shot of freshly ground espresso
Affogato Corretto$14.00
Drown the vanilla gelato with a cordial of your choice

Gluten Free Menu

*Strofie is a short, thin, hand twisted pasta originated in Northern Italy utilizing imported gluten free four

Insaltina Mista$14.75
Sweet and crisp field greens mixed with fresh tomatoes, carrots, and cucumbers,finished with a house-made balsamic vinaigrette
Carpaccio di Manzo$21.00
Thinly sliced raw filet mignon topped with rich and peppery arugula in a zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette with slices of Parmigiano Reggiano
Burrata$19.75
Creamy burrata served over farm fresh grilled vegetables and drizzled with a homemade balsamic reduction
Campo Caprino$16.75
Mesclun greens tossed in a homemade lemon basil vinaigrette with walnuts and soft creamy goat cheese
Cozze e Vongole$18.00
Fresh mussels and New Zealand cockles sauteed with tomato, garlic and white wine
Carpaccio di Bietole$16.00
Rich and peppery arugula, fresh beets, walnuts and sliced Parmigiano Reggiano with a zesty homemade lemon dressing
Strofie Vegetali$26.50
Handmade pasta sauteed with farm fresh vegetables, garlic and white win
Strofie allo Scolio$36.00
Shrimp, scallops and lump crab meat sauteed in a spicy tomato sauce with our handmade pasta surrounded with fresh mussels
Strofie al Grachio$36.00
Fresh lump crab meat, farm fresh spinach and tomato sauteed in garlic, white wine and lobster broth with our handmade gluten free pasta
Strofie Taleggio$28.00
Freshly made pasta in a bold taleggio cheese sauce with freshly ground truffles finished with cured speck and piopini mushrooms
Teccio alla Veneziana$35.00
A seafood medley of fresh mussels, shrimp, scallops and clams simmered with bruschetta style tomato in a white wine broth

What 2,336 people are saying

La Tavola - Baltimore reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

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Review summary

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La Tavola in Baltimore offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "exceptional food, great environment and service." Guests rave about the "homemade pasta dishes" and "friendly, attentive staff." The restaurant is praised for its "authentic Italian" atmosphere and accommodating service, making it a top choice for both locals and visitors.

2,336 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Baltimore1 review
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service the food was good. It’s so clean here and they are very resourceful!!
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Doug
Washington DC10 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our dining experience. Daniel was very knowledgeable with the menu. We will definitely be back.
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Kate
Alabama1 review
1.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Terrible service. Honestly the worst service we have ever experienced in a restaurant. Dinner took 2 1/2 hours! The only employee who seemed worried about the lack of service was the hostess who was seating people, pouring water, taking drink orders, bussing tables…everyone else was casually walking around with their heads in the clouds apparently.
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Julia
Baltimore1 review
3.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The physical restaurant was great! They were behind to get us seated for the reservation but it wasn’t a huge deal. We got the calamari (delicious) and two pasta dishes. The portions are quite small for the price. I wish there was more to the dishes but they had decent flavor.
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Ed
New York City14 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Atmosphere, service and food were all very good especially the limoncello martini, homemade pasta, sauce, eggplant appy and desserts! Will definitely return. A little disappointed with the calamari and the bread.
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Glenn
Philadelphia29 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First time trying this place. Seated at a table with a (cold air) draft when the front door was opened and asked to be moved but was told that there were no other tables available (even though there were). Just my preference. Otherwise, I would have given 5 stars.
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Sherry VIP
Baltimore39 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
We decided to venture down to Little Italy after many, many years, and after some research decided on La Tavola. It was a disappointment. Although the restaurant wasn't crowded, (a 6 top, a 5 top, our 4 top and a 3 top) the acoustics are so bad that it was difficult to hear the waiter or ourselves. We ordered a crostini with salmon appetizer that the waiter pointed out being delivered to the next table - only for him to return and say they were out of salmon. The burrata on arugula was ok, it was accompanied with a few limp strips of bell pepper. The charcuterie board was ok, the two veal dishes were deemed again, just ok, my filet mignon was way over sauced, disguising the flavor of the filet and the pasta dish was not very flavorful. Nice people - the waiter and host were both personable and friendly, but not a return visit in our future.
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Heath
Baltimore1 review
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful place, amazing food & great service! One of the best in Little Italy
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Jen
Baltimore1 review
5.0
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our whole experience was great. The atmosphere is welcoming and casual, yet classy. The service was fantastic, food delicious, and pleasantly surprised at the reasonable cost.
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Terry VIP
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the home made squid ink ravioli stuffed with crab meat. It was very fresh and delicious!
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FAQs

La Tavola - Baltimore offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 685-1859.

La Tavola - Baltimore is rated 4.5 stars by 2336 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 14, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

248 Albemarle Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

Additional information

Cross street
Fawn Street
Neighborhood
Little Italy
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 11:30 am–10:30 pm Lunch Thu–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking good for 3 hours when available. Pay lot across street next to Kohler, also garage one block up at Pratt and President
Public transit
Bus 65 stops at the corner of Pratt & Albemarle 2 blocks away from the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.la-tavola.com/
Phone number
(410) 685-1859
Catering
We offer catering trays that feed between 8-12 guests accompanied by homemade Italian bread. Banquet space available: Virtual tour link http://tours.digispin.com/?sid=51893&tid=24173 Banquet menu Link http://www.la-tavola.com/banquets.php
Private party facilities
We have two private dining rooms upstairs. The Gallery Room can host an event with up to 100 guests with a view of Harbor East in the backdrop. The Chef's Corner has host up to 50 guests. We offer round tables or rectangular tables seating 6-10 guests each with flexibility to set up and customize the rooms as desired for your event.

La Tavola - Baltimore

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Lasagna Bolognese

Ravioli alla Crema

Cannoli

Appetizers

Insalata Mista$14.75

Carpaccio di Manzo$21.00

Bruschetta "Della Tavola"$15.75

Campo Caprino$16.75

Parmigiana di Melanzane$14.75

Burrata$19.75

Fritto Misto$19.75

Antipasto Italiano$21.00

Mozzarella Fresca$18.75

Insalata Romana$15.75

Cozze e Vongole$18.00

Carpaccio di Bietole$16.00

Formaggi Misti$17.00

Entrees

Spaghetti Neri al Granchio$36.00

Ravioli alla Crema$27.75

Pollo alla Parmigiana$24.00

Linguini alla Scoglio$36.00

Lasagna Bolognese$24.00

Saltimbocca alla Romana$32.00

Gnocchi Pomodoro$26.00

Linguini Taleggio$28.00

Vitello alla Norcina$31.00

Penne Vegetali$26.00

Penne Puttansesca$26.00

Teccio alla Veneziana$35.00

Capellini Napolentana$22.00

Dessert

Tiramisu$14.00

Torta alla Carlo$14.00

Cannoli$14.00

Profiteroles$14.00

Formaggi Misti$17.00

Sorbetto$10.00

Tartufo al Cioccolato$14.00

Gelato Affogato$10.00

Affogato Corretto$14.00

Gluten Free Menu

Insaltina Mista$14.75

Carpaccio di Manzo$21.00

Burrata$19.75

Campo Caprino$16.75

Cozze e Vongole$18.00

Carpaccio di Bietole$16.00

Strofie Vegetali$26.50

Strofie allo Scolio$36.00

Strofie al Grachio$36.00

Strofie Taleggio$28.00

Teccio alla Veneziana$35.00

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