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Taste, Starkville, MS

Taste

4.8
4.8
614 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Taste Italian Kitchen is a welcoming place to dine for all guests. From the traditional Lasagna to the elegant Lobster Risotto to the hearty Ribeye, there is a dish for every appetite. We also offer a variety of dietary accommodations, listed on our menu. In addition to our diverse food menu, we offer a large selection of domestic and imported wines, as well as over 100 types of bourbon, rye, and whiskey. Come check out our 18 pastas for $18 and Sandwiches at lunch from 11 AM - 4 PM!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (662) 270-0700
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Shannon Lindell
  • Neighborhood
    Starkville
  • Cross street
    Located on the corner of Lincoln Green and Locksley Way
  • Parking details
    We have a large parking lot as well as additional parking at the building behind the restaurant at the end of Lincoln Green
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 614 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mississippi

    Best Service

  • Mississippi

    Kid-friendly

  • Mississippi

    Healthy

  • Mississippi

    Most Booked

  • North Mississippi

    Best Overall

  • North Mississippi

    Best Food

  • North Mississippi

    Best Service

  • North Mississippi

    Best Ambiance

  • North Mississippi

    Best Value

  • North Mississippi

    Good for groups

  • North Mississippi

    Healthy

  • North Mississippi

    Hot spot

  • North Mississippi

    Neighborhood gem

  • North Mississippi

    Great for fine wines

  • North Mississippi

    Romantic

  • North Mississippi

    Good for special occasions

  • North Mississippi

    Lively

  • North Mississippi

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Taste in Starkville is a vibrant dining spot celebrated for its "excellent food and service." The ambiance is "wonderful" and suits special occasions, offering an "upscale but not too upscale" environment. Signature dishes like chicken parmesan and lasagna receive high praise. Ideal for celebrations and memorable experiences.

614 Reviews
  1. Dave

    Mississippi

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, drink service was slow due to bar being overwhelmed! Blame management on that one for not proper staffing!

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  2. Debbie

    Alabama

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Well it was my husbands birthday! Y’all being out cotton candy with a sparkler to celebrate his birthday! Really!?! This would have been fun for a kid but for an older person (70) something else would have been more appropriate! Rethink this idea!
    TasteResponded 6 days ago
    Debbie, we are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy our birthday offering. In the future, you may request a scoop of ice cream instead of the cotton candy to accompany the complimentary sparkler. Happy holidays!

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  3. Jasmine

    Mississippi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience highly recommended for birthdays and anniversaries.

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  4. Buddy

    Mississippi

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for an anniversary dinner. Wait staff was very accommodating and professional. Looking forward to our next meal there!

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  5. Keith

    Mississippi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. Authentic Italian food. Excellent service.

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  6. Danya

    Alabama

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Jacob was outstanding! Really enjoyed my Chicken Marcella! Would definitely order again. My Lemon Drop Martini was so good I had to order another.😂 Upon entering the restaurant we could truly feel the Christmas Spirit. Decoration’s were beautiful!

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  7. Lori

    Memphis/West TN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding! Something for everyone at our table! We will be back!

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  8. Samantha

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very generic and runny. Not what I would expect with the price.

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  9. Deidre

    Mississippi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I went to Taste Italian Restaurant in Starkville, Mississippi, to celebrate his birthday, and let me tell you—it did not disappoint! I had the lasagna with a glass of Riesling, and y’all, it was so good! The flavors were on point, and the portion size was just right. My husband got the Pasta Milano and paired it with a Mai Tai. The real MVP of the night, though, was our waiter, John. He was super attentive, super patient (especially while we vlogged the whole experience), and just made everything feel easy and fun. If you’re ever in Starkville, definitely check this place out! And if you want to see the food, the vibes, and how the night went down, make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, The Lewis Vibes. We’ve got the full review and a lot more travel and lifestyle content you’ll love.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful experience when we eat here! The red fish is the best item on the menu in my opinion.

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FAQs

Taste is rated 4.8 stars by 614 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Taste

208 Lincoln Green, Starkville, MS 39759-3839

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located on the corner of Lincoln Green and Locksley Way
  • Neighborhood
    Starkville
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a large parking lot as well as additional parking at the building behind the restaurant at the end of Lincoln Green
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Shannon Lindell
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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