La Tavola Ristorante Italiano: A Gem of Authentic Italian Cuisine in Smyrna

Overall everything was good, but I found the marinara sauce a little too sweet for my tastes. The portion sizes were generous, and the complementary breadsticks with the entrees were very good. It would have been better if the Caesar salad was served with romaine lettuce versus iceberg lettuce.

I came here with 2 of my friends to give this little place a try. I'd heard a mixed bag of reviews claiming it was excellent, poor, and everything in between. It's these types of places you just have to see for yourself. Upon entry, the hostess/server warned us that she was alone tonight. The dining room was full, so we appreciated the heads-up that she was overwhelmed. To sum up the service, she did a fantastic job. She got all of our orders spot on, was kind, and I can actually say that we probably got everything more quickly than some other fully staffed places. In terms of atmosphere, it's cozy and a bit old school. Nothing to write home about, but they have a sweet patio for nicer weather. The food is what was lacking for me. The highlight of the evening was the calamari, which I didn't even get a great picture of! It was crisp and the breading was delicious. The sauce paired well with it. I usually like to see lemons with calamari, but it could have just been overlooked with how busy the staff was. I ordered the chicken piccata because I love everything lemon. Sadly, it was mostly butter and parmesan. The chicken was a bit overdone, so it was chewy. The dish wasn't bad, but it wasn't great. It was just okay. No one really talked about their food being fantastic, which will always come up with this crew if it is. So really, the calamari and the server are the reason this place gets 4 stars instead of 3. It was really just okay for me. Nothing I'd avoid if someone wanted to go, but nothing I'd seek out on my own. It's a great addition for the area, though, and I dig what Smyrna has done with the little downtown area.

It was AMAZING !!! Excellent food I would recommend you the eggplant parmigiana and the sea food manicotti!!! Was just great and the girls’ services very polite and nice

The food was excellent; very fresh and hot. The service was fabulous; quick, polite, and checked on is the appropriate amount of times. The restaurant was clean and the only reason I have it 4 stars instead of 5, is because it is very simple and casual. I wanted to be sure people knew it wasn't an upscale dining interior (but it's cute and clean, we were pleased). Also, there were a lot of take out orders picked up while we were there. Clearly, it's a popular place.

Brought my 2 year old niece with us. She was tired and cranky. The waitress was so patient. My spaghetti was yummy. My mother in law and husband enjoyed the veal Parmigiano. Bread sticks and wonderful were included in the orders. The setting was cozy and tidy. Prices were very reasonable. The restrooms were very clean. It's about an hour and a half from us, but any time we're in the area and are hankering for Italian, we'll definitely stop by again.

Meatballs and ceaser salad was delicious. Bread was great and I was slightly disappointed in the chicken parm. Chicken tasted like a frozen patty.. but I would definitely go back and try more items.

Great authentic Italian cuisine... The food was too delicious. I couldn't put my fork down. It's definitely a must if you're visiting Nashville. The house salad with the Ceasar dressing was very delicious.

Delicious local Italian restaurant in Smyrna! On the old historic downtown Main Street ! It lovely old building. Food smells amazing as you approach the building. Large menu. Everything around us looked & smelled yummy! The homemade bread sticks covered in butter & parmigiana were out of this world delicious! Salads were very fresh of course as they should be. Our entrees were great. Huge servings. We left with to go boxes for another meal. Visit soon! We will be back soon. Their service was great even though they were short staffed as everyone is now. Live music is performed every other Tuesday. The performance was very nice.