
La Tazza
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About La Tazza
La Tazza is a family-run Italian restaurant and cafe at 118 Whiteladies Rd in Bristol, working as a coffee shop by day and a wine bar by night. The daytime side centres on Italian coffee, with pastries and cake that include gluten-free options. From the evening, aperitivo boards of Italian meats and cheeses come out with olives and bread, giving the wine list Italian company on the table. The kitchen also cooks home-style Italian dishes, among them meatballs, gnocchi and a Rustic Meat Stew. The room usually has space for walk-ins, and the team takes group bookings for larger parties.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingParking
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention italian sharing board, coffee, italian wine and meatballs and gnocchi.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention italian sharing board, coffee, italian wine and meatballs and gnocchi.
Customer Review Summary
Coffee is what most reviewers return to, called great and excellent, with the pastries and a gluten free cake close behind. In the evening the café shifts to wine and food, and the meat and cheese sharing boards come up repeatedly, with cheeses, cured meats, olives and fresh bread, alongside cocktails and Italian wine that reviewers praise. Beyond the boards, diners single out the Rustic Meat Stew for tender, well-seasoned meat, and the meatballs and gnocchi. Several describe friendly, helpful staff and a warm, cozy atmosphere, with the family owners called lovely, and a few call the prices very reasonable. One regular finds it usually quiet enough for a walk-in but recommends booking. One reviewer who celebrated a birthday with 16 friends found the table already decorated before the group arrived.
Customer Review Summary
Coffee is what most reviewers return to, called great and excellent, with the pastries and a gluten free cake close behind. In the evening the café shifts to wine and food, and the meat and cheese sharing boards come up repeatedly, with cheeses, cured meats, olives and fresh bread, alongside cocktails and Italian wine that reviewers praise. Beyond the boards, diners single out the Rustic Meat Stew for tender, well-seasoned meat, and the meatballs and gnocchi. Several describe friendly, helpful staff and a warm, cozy atmosphere, with the family owners called lovely, and a few call the prices very reasonable. One regular finds it usually quiet enough for a walk-in but recommends booking. One reviewer who celebrated a birthday with 16 friends found the table already decorated before the group arrived.
Featured reviews
- Jonathan Gamble
“I’ve been to La Tazza quite a few times and I honestly have nothing but praise for this restaurant. It’s a great spot on Whiteladies Road and usually quiet enough for a walk-in (I would recommend booking however). They’ve got a varied selection of fantastic food, and their meat/cheese/veg selection boards are great for trying out lots of different parts of their menu. The staff are also really friendly and helpful, and have been very welcoming and knowledgeable about the food on offer.”
- MC
“Lovely family run Italian cafe. The atmosphere is friendly and cosy, the food is made with delicious ingredients and the wine is especially good. I love this place :)”
- Simon Christopher
“A great place to relax whether for food or coffee. The quality of the food is impressive and the prices are very reasonable. What makes La Tazza that extra bit special though is the kindness and warmth of the owners, they’re lovely! Recommended.”
- Ida Matczak
“celebrated my birthday here with 16 friends & la tazza couldn’t have been better! food was absolutely delicious (meatballs & gnochi are a winner) &the staff were so attentive all evening! the booking and communication was also super smooth. they also decorated the table for me before i arrived so i didnt have to worry! couldn’t recommend more xx”
- James Parsons
“This is by far away my favourite café on Whiteladies Road. The Italian family are really friendly, the coffee is great and the pastries are superb. We often come here in the evening as a family to try the home-cooked Italian food. Prices are very reasonable and the Italian wine is delicious.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“La Tazza is a family-owned Italian café on Whiteladies Road, where we serve coffee as it’s meant to be enjoyed in Italy – rich, smooth, and full of character. Our menu brings you a true Italian experience, from our coffees and freshly baked pastries to fine Italian wines and classic aperitifs. In the evenings, unwind with our signature boards of Italian meats, cheeses, and crispy bites for a relaxed aperitivo. Whether it’s a quick espresso or a leisurely meal, La Tazza offers a warm, inviting space to savor authentic Italian flavors. Open seven days a week – come be part of our Italian family in Bristol!”
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
Amenities
- Parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
Show more amenities
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Dessert
- Offerings· 6
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Dining options· 6
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Seating
- Table service
- Highlights· 2
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
Location
Italian restaurants near La Tazza
- Bosco Pizzeria4.61,6910.1 mi£20–30
buffalo pizza, stone baked pizzas, arancini starter
- Prego4.65050.8 mi£20–30
bruschetta, calamari fritti, set menu deal
- Moltobuono!4.81,9561.1 mi£20–30
vegan menu options, gluten free pizza, homemade pasta
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Tazza | 4.9132 | — | £10–20 | italian sharing board, coffee, italian wine |
| Bosco Pizzeria | 4.61,691 | 0.1 mi | £20–30 | buffalo pizza, stone baked pizzas, arancini starter |
| Prego | 4.6505 | 0.8 mi | £20–30 | bruschetta, calamari fritti, set menu deal |
| Moltobuono! | 4.81,956 | 1.1 mi | £20–30 | vegan menu options, gluten free pizza, homemade pasta |
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