Came here last night with a group of friends (Monday) and the place had about 6-8 tables full, but overall the place was very empty. We arrived at 7pm.
We were greeted right away by our server and we're provided warm bread with olive oil. The wine list was very extensive-primarily bottles. I got a glass of the house red, which was a red blend. It was very smooth ($8).
The menu includes a variety of salads, risottos, vegetarian options, pasta, pizza and Italian entrees. There is something for everyone. I ended up getting the veggie lasagna. It came out pipping hot. It took me a good 10 minutes to dig into it and it was worth it. The veggies were cooked perfect and it had great flavor. It also had a red sauce base, but I was expecting white. It was still good though.
Three guests at our table got the spicy sausage penne and they all enjoyed it. Everyone said it was a tad spicier than they expected, but our waiter did warn them. My other friend got the seafood risotto and before I tried my food I regretted my decision. The risotto looked amazing. I tried a bite and the seafood was delicious and the risotto had a lemon flavor to it. Tasted light and refreshing.
Overall I would return to Tavolo and I hope it succeeds as Uptown needed an Italian restaurant. I only wished they did some type of drink special during the week or half off wine night. There are no specials that I know of.