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That's why we aim to set uncompromising standards for a thoughtful & memorable experience from the first hello to the final good night. Whether it's dressing your table here or at home with our take-out, catering menus, or having that wine that we know you love ready for you before you sit down. We know that every moment matters no matter how momentous or just a quick bite.

So let us know if there's anything else we can do for you. As your neighborhood restaurant we feel a great deal of responsibility to be here for you. A 3% service charge will be added to each guest check to ensure competitive industry compensation, for all of our valued full time team members. In support of this initiative, the entirety of the charge is retained by the restaurant.
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Our industry has long struggled with the historic gap in wages between our Front of House Staff and our Back of House Staff. A Tavola will therefore apply a 3% Kitchen Administration Fee to all checks. We are happy to remove the charge if you so like. A Tavola will therefore apply a 3% Kitchen Administration Fee which will directly benefit our Back of House Staff.
Our current wine list features labels 100% from Italy. The majority of the list consists of wines coming from all over Italy with a major focus on the regions of the peninsula to fit the cuisine style of A Tavola, alongside with some of the most important and historic wine regions of the country.

These wines are made from indigenous varietals and they are characteristic of the place, the terroir, the climate and the wine laws of where they come from.
We offer our space for private parties as well as take away catering for simple and elegant entertaining. A Tavola is available for large group dinners. Large parties of 9 - 25 are seated in our dining room. Though not a completely private space, we can try for a quieter and more intimate environment for a special event, while still maintaining A Tavola's unique energy and aesthetic.
As all of us at A Tavola take a break for a day to spend with our families to give thanks, we want to make sure you are well taken care of. So we are offering our favorite table offerings to you to enjoy with your family. Toasty aromas of roasted almond, freshly baked bread and yellow fruit. The wine is creamy and smooth with a touch of citrus freshness on the palette.
You spoke they listened! A Tavola was named by Boston Common Magazine as one of the Best Italian Restaurants in Boston. We tend to agree! Owner and Chef Joe Carli's ragu bolognese has been an enormous favorite of his guests since he put it on the menu. Slightly altered to his own taste, the always fresh and consistent ragu is topped with tender beef, pork and veal.
Reviews (20)
Eni Bica
Eni Bica
Nov 01, 2021
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I was really hoping to not write a negative review, but really wanted to provide the feedback in person instead. Given that the manager, nor the chef made an appearance at the table after we explained what was wrong to the waiter, I am left with no other option but to write this review.
There was six of us there for dinner tonight. Two ordered the pork chop that was severely undercooked. Two ordered the pasta carbonara. The black pepper in the carbonara was overwhelming to the point that it was the only thing you could taste. It's hard to mess up a carbonara. Lastly, thebolognese was stale. Something
Lynne Sheehan
Lynne Sheehan
Oct 29, 2021
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Food is absolutely amazing! Always something different on the menu! Staff is very friendly and great at describing the different foods on the menu. You can eat inside or outside with the heaters. A beautiful setting🤗
Lauren Costello
Lauren Costello
Oct 20, 2021
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Always the best food, drinks and atmosphere. A destination in charming Winchester Center. Indoor and outdoor dining, just steps from beautiful Winchester Common. The place to go for a memorable time with family and friends.
Justin O'Connor
Justin O'Connor
Oct 16, 2021
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Pasta was $29 plus 3% plus tip. A bit pricey. Food was hot, but salty and well peppered.
Antipasto 5 stars ***** We took half home. Service very good.
Jim O'Rourke
Jim O'Rourke
Sep 12, 2021
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An other great meal by Chef Joe! So should have gotten White Russian with the fresh chocolate chip cookies for dessert.
Ralph Beentjes
Ralph Beentjes
Jul 29, 2021
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We have been here several times, either privately as a couple or through a business dinner, each time the meals are beyond excellent and fresh. No disappointments as you sometimes have at restaurants where the appetizers are great, but entrees are "ok", at A Tavola it is all excellent. Probably driven by a medium sized menu that allows all ingredients to be super fresh. And if there is something that's not on the menu, for example ensuring a dish is kosher (as much as possible), that's an option that gets catered on the fly. Service is on point as well, never have to wait for service and ambience
Aatish Shinde
Aatish Shinde
Jul 17, 2021
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I ordered veggie pasta online which was $24. It was a dinner entree And was just surprised to see the quantity. The quantity was more like an appetizer with some oily mushrooms.🤔 So disappointed. 😔😑 And the mushrooms were undercooked.
Issac Stickley
Issac Stickley
Jun 26, 2021
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First time going here. Small, cozy interior - friendly staff. A small, pricy menu done well. Highly recommend and look forward to coming back with nicer weather to take advantage of the outdoor dining
Junior Wiggins
Junior Wiggins
Jun 21, 2021
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Amazing atmosphere and super affable service. The food was crisp and delightful. Will clearly recommend this spot to anyone. Reasonable rates and large portions. Keep up the great work.
Randall Caudill
Randall Caudill
Mar 11, 2021
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Food is incredible. Chicken is perfectly tender, the potatoes are delicious, and the drinks are on point. I've never been disappointed when dining here. Always a great experience
Lynne Haskell Dean
Lynne Haskell Dean
Oct 17, 2020
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Such a treat!! A lovely dining experience, if you are a "foodie" this spot is for you. Fantastic jazz too!! Cheers!
Stacey Quandt
Stacey Quandt
Jul 29, 2020
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Table was not ready when arrived. but the hospitality made up for it. Complimentary prosecco and at the end of dinner a dozen chocolate chip cookies. The antipasti is fantastic. Chicken is delicious. Excellent service.
Mary Carpinito
Mary Carpinito
Apr 23, 2020
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Always special never disappointed from previous owner including current ownership! Super creative , new spins on old world classics! Can’t wait to reopen! Devoted follower❤️
Jeff Surette
Jeff Surette
Apr 19, 2020
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I had the venison special when I was there last. It was absolutely delicious and the cabbage perfectly accented the dish. I know nothing about wine, and the server was very helpful in helping me select a glass to go with the venison. Will be going again!
James Barry
James Barry
Apr 19, 2020
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Takeout family meal was terrific. Fresh pasta and meatballs were fantastic. Bruschetta and burrata apps were great as well. Recommend the takeout here given the current situation but have dined in as well (pre COVID) and recommend it highly.
Remo Scarfo
Remo Scarfo
Apr 12, 2020
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Just had a delicious Easter dinner that we picked up yesterday. Baked ham, rostered carrots, rostered potatoes, deviled eggs and home made chocolate chip cookies.👍👍👍
Margi Frattura
Margi Frattura
Mar 19, 2020
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Just had take out and everything was fresh, cooked to perfection and delicious 😋
Katie MacLeod Murphy
Katie MacLeod Murphy
Mar 18, 2020
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Your food is amazing!! Lived up to it’s hype! Loved the Swordfish and my husband loved Bolognese. We will be back for take out and can’t wait to explore the wine when you can have in house guests. Highly recommend takeout during these trying times. ❤️
Terry Longo Pietrolungo
Terry Longo Pietrolungo
Mar 11, 2020
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Went to dinner here last night for Restaurant Week/Dine Out Boston. First time there and we loved the atmosphere and they offered their complete menu to chose from for $38.00 (there were a few items with an up… charge but well worth it to have your choice of anything on the menu). We shared the Antipasti and cheese board for appetizer and it was excellent. Their bread was delicious and warm. Our dinner selections were also excellent. 3 of us got one of the specials they were offering which was spinach cavatelli with eggplant and 2 of us got the Bigoli which is thick spaghetti, prosciutto
Valerie Fallon
Valerie Fallon
Jun 11, 2018
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Nice place, great service. But they are heavy on the oils. If you're on a low fat diet. This is not the place. Food was tasty.