Taverna Toscana

4.5

54 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Good for business meals
Fancy
Romantic

In downtown Bradenton, Florida, Taverna Toscana is led by the renowned Chef Fabio Viviani, offering an unparalleled Tuscan Italian dining experience. Our steakhouse blends Tuscan charm with modern sophistication, presenting an exquisite menu that transports you to the heart of Italy. The warm ambiance and handcrafted decor complement the authentic Italian flavors and the finest steaks, curated by Chef Viviani, a celebrated figure known for his culinary prowess and appearances on Bravo's "Top Chef." This venture, in partnership with Bradenton's entrepreneur Steve Herrig, symbolizes a commitment to culinary excellence and the revitalization of downtown Bradenton. At Taverna Toscana, we celebrate the shared essence of Tuscany and Florida: warm sun, wonderful people, and a passion for fresh, sublime food. Our indoor/outdoor dining welcomes everyone-from families and foodies to CEOs and couples-with aged steaks, homemade pasta, and crafted drinks in an inviting atmosphere that draws inspiration from Italy itself. Taverna Toscana isn't just a dining destination; it's a bold statement of culinary delight, offering a slice of Italy in Florida's friendliest city. Join us to experience the joy of Italian dining, where every visit promises an indulgent journey of taste and authenticity.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(941) 357-7772
Website
https://www.tavernatoscana.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
1301 6th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205-7410
Neighborhood
Bradenton
Parking details
None

What 54 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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Sarasota / Bradenton
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Sarasota / Bradenton
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Review summary

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Taverna Toscana in Bradenton offers an exquisite dining experience with "masterfully prepared" dishes and an "extensive menu." The "friendly, attentive" staff and vibrant atmosphere enhance the enjoyment. Highlights include the "short rib bolognese," "osso buco," and "Parker house rolls." It's a "gem" worth visiting for a special occasion or upscale night out.

54 Reviews

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Ana
Tampa
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Meat is great … other dishes okay. Service kind of so so!
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Samantha
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was easily the best food in the Bradenton area, the service was stellar and we cannot wait to come back. The meatball, French onion soup and Brussels sprouts were a table favorite but nothing was something we wouldn’t order again!
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wendy
Houston
20 reviews
3.0
20 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We were celebrating a birthday. Waiter was fine until dessert and we were only given two options, tiramisu or gelato. We asked for Lemoncello cake but were told they were out. Asked about cheese cake but were told only those choices. The table next to us who were also celebrating a birthday got to choose off a dessert menu. We saw cheese cake served at another table. This really put us off. As for the food- the French onion soup was too salty and not using the normal gruyere cheese left it lackluster. The meat ball was very good. The shrimp were good in the pasta Diablo. The Waygu short ribs with pasta was good but the chosen pasta was very large and didn’t complement the dish. Unfortunately the tiramisu did not have a very coffee flavor and was a poor way to finish the meal. Overall it was one of our worst experiences celebrating a birthday.
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Beverly
VIP
Naples
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly, attentive and well versed wait staff. Great food and atmosphere. Good valet parking. A Bradenton gem.
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MarkR
Dallas
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food quality and presentation was outstanding. Table service was very good but we had to wait 45 minutes to be seated for our 4pm reservation. Prices were high which is ok given food quality but not for being seated 45 min late
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Darnell
Tampa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our initial impressions were negative. We made dinner reservations noting that it was our anniversary, yet they wanted to place us in an unsatisfactory place with plenty of seating elsewhere. At our insistence, we were placed elsewhere but at no time did they acknowledge our anniversary. Nick, our server was beneficial with wine and food selections. We were very satisfied with our meals.
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Shari
VIP
Chicago
67 reviews
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is amazing and the service is TOP NOTCH!!!! The bread you order is very different and sooooo delicious. Well worth it. I also had the double cut pork chop and it was huge so brought the rest home. My husband had the lobster ravioli (special) and said there were big chunks of lobster in it. We will definitely be going back again!
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Alexandra
VIP
Chicago
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
I was excited to try Taverna and was disappointed with my experience. The service was very inattentive and our food took over an hour to come out. The serve barely checked on us and did not acknowledge the wait time at all.
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chris
VIP
Greater Boston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service, atmosphere! We will be back soon!
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Karen
Tampa
30 reviews
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
short rib bolognese was the best ever, anywhere! filet w risotto also a winner. french onion soup was five star as well. overall a great experience.
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Taverna Toscana is rated 4.5 stars by 54 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

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

1301 6th Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34205-7410

Additional information

Neighborhood
Bradenton
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.tavernatoscana.com/
Phone number
(941) 357-7772

Taverna Toscana

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