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    Taverna: Austin's Downtown Italian Restaurant for Hipsters and Old Foodies Alike

    By | Shine Food – Mon, Sep 17, 2012 10:04 PM EDT

    I ordered two bowls of the tomato soup - without the croutons, oilve oil and cheese for my picky habits but it must be amazing with those ingredients - showcased the beautiful calamari example and enjoyed a tiramisu. Kyle the manager popped over to chat with me! Everyone at the restaurant on the kitchen and wait staff was very nice. This restaurant is directly across the street from the W Hotel!

    TavernabyLombardi.com
    PHONE: +1 (512) 477-1001
    ADDRESS:
    Taverna
    258 West 2nd St
    Austin, TX 78701

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