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Taverna Italian Kitchen, Saskatoon, SK
Taverna Italian Kitchen, Saskatoon, SK
Taverna Italian Kitchen, Saskatoon, SK
Taverna Italian Kitchen, Saskatoon, SK
Taverna Italian Kitchen, Saskatoon, SK

Taverna Italian Kitchen

4.7
4.7
1115 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian
TAVERNA is nestled in Saskatoon's historic downtown core within walking distance of a number of major hotels in the renowned entertainment district. The building was originally the grocery/market section of the J.F. Cairns Dept. Store - dating back to 1907. Taverna still maintains this historical charm and character, serving delicious, rustic, exceptionally well-prepared Italian food since 1969. Simultaneously comfortable and authentic, yet aspirational.

We believe that keeping the food fresh, simple and whole is the secret to a successful dish. Italian food doesn't have to be complicated or elaborate to be spectacular. You just start with high-quality ingredients like: intensely flavored tomatoes, fresh garlic, warm basil, thick golden oil of first pressed olives... and the conscious effort to find them locally grown, organic, seasonal and sustainable when ever possible.

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (306) 652-6366
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    YOUR PLACE, OUR FOOD Simply call the restaurant 306.652.6366, order and pick-up or Delivery is available. Contact us for details (charges may apply). Plates, napkins, and utensils are available if desired. If you need us to come and set-up your selections, charges will apply. At least 24-hour notice is preferred. Customized menus are available, a catering coordinator will help you make selections or give you ideas.
  • Private party facilities
    Located on Saskatoon’s famed 21st Street, just steps away from an array of shops, variety of hotels and the gorgeous South Saskatchewan River, Taverna is the ideal setting for many occasions.
  • Private party contact
    Tasos Kangles: (306) 652-6366
  • Neighbourhood
    Saskatoon
  • Cross Street
    downtown Saskatoon between 2nd and 3rd Avenue
  • Parking Details
    Free Parking Monday-Saturday after 6 PM and <br />Free Parking all day Sunday.
  • Public Transit
    Taverna is bolstered by strong public transportation links.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,115 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Best Food

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Good for business meals

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Good for business meals

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Good for groups

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Great for fine wines

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Romantic

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Good for special occasions

  • Saskatoon / Saskatchewan

    Most Booked

  • Saskatoon

    Best Food

  • Saskatoon

    Best Service

  • Saskatoon

    Good for business meals

  • Saskatoon

    Good for business meals

  • Saskatoon

    Good for groups

  • Saskatoon

    Great for fine wines

  • Saskatoon

    Romantic

  • Saskatoon

    Good for special occasions

  • Saskatoon

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Saskatoon

    Most Booked

1,115 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Manitoba

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious Food and Wine! Don was very personable!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I took our team of 12 for our holiday dinner. Everyone raves about the food which indeed was outstanding. Portions were incredibly plentiful and pricing was reasonable. Our server was spectacular and there was nothing we were left wanting for. Highly recommend!

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  3. SusanH

    Vancouver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you to everyone at Taverna Italian Kitchen for an exceptional evening!!

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  4. NancyR

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal. Our Server was excellent and made fantastic recommendations.

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  5. TripleM

    Saskatoon

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    The food was amazing as always - never disappointed. Service was just ok...

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An incredible meal from start to finish. I will definitely be back. True quality like this rarely exists any more. A gem among the pebbles for sure!

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  7. ToddD

    Saskatoon

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great! Service was awesome too! Does not disappoint

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  8. MandyR

    Edmonton

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was excellent, quick and informative. Food was fast and delicious and the portions are generous!

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  9. mikeremo

    Manitoba

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always come to Taverna when I am in Saskatoon. Best food, great service (Mandy) and always discover another menu item that I love. This time it was the mussels! So good!

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  10. Aerin

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious cacio e pepe- as good as any I had in Italy. ate the whole thing and don’t regret a single bite.

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  11. TiareF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was amazing. Food was very impressive. I felt I paid the right amount for what I got. Excellent ambiance and packed house- still got our food in a good time to a high standard!

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  12. ChuckT

    Saskatoon

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was excellent. The food was great, as expected. The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the sauces were outstanding. We will be back.

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  13. MKfoodie

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely always a delicious meal, warm service, and a casually elegant environment. Huge portions!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Saskatoon

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    My meal was delicious. Have never had a bad meal here!

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  15. NicoleP

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The veal and pasta at the Italian restaurant were outstanding, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The tender veal paired perfectly with the flavorful pasta.

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  16. MaryB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    My server was lovely and her suggestions were spot on. I loved the Osso Bucco!

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  17. Sheron

    Toronto

    31 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience1
    The quality of the food was not worth the value. We ordered lamb which was over cooked, our food was cold and the quality of the food was not consistent with what they were charging. I’ve been to many restaurants where they’re charged these kinds of prices and Taverna did not deliver in my opinion.

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  18. KarenO

    Saskatoon

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, delicious food Table by the fireplace, nice setting

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  19. MikeD

    Saskatoon

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    Food not as good as usual. Sauce was thin and runny, not like its usual thickness. Waiter left dirty plates on table and only offered one drink at the beginning and none thereafter.

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  20. SarahS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waiter had a good variety of suggested dishes. The food was incredible!! Will return in the future no doubt about it!!

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  21. SarahB

    Saskatoon

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Taverna is our favourite place for a special family dinner.

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  22. MorganG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible experience! The drinks, food and service was top notch. Special thanks to our server Donald!

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mmmmm so yummy!! Bruschetta & Butternut Squash Ravioli still makes my mouth water thinking about it!!

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  24. ShaunaF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were in town for work, this restaurant was highly recommended and it did not disappoint! Excellent food and service!! We will be back next time.

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  25. LisaW

    Vancouver

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. And service was excellent. Portions are huge - should note that before ordering. We would return and recommend this place.

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  26. IanC

    Saskatoon

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious Italian food in a friendly, yet quiet atmosphere.

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  27. FancyTravel

    Calgary

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Taverna. Many of the dishes taste just as they did 20 years ago. The service was amazing and we can’t wait to come back to Saskatoon and eat here.

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  28. TraceyO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing! Our waiter Don was excellent! It was busy but quiet enough to enjoy! Dessert was soooo good!!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and service was great! Definitely will be coming back

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  30. MarkF

    Saskatoon

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Restaurant was very busy. Our food was actually cold but we said nothing due to the capacity the restaurant was at. Server was friendly

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Manitoba

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Very good food good service unfortunately the table next to us was so load that we could only talk between their laughter and talking to each other in very loud voices.

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  32. ScottS

    Las Vegas

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was impeccable, very engaging and super helpful with the menu. Meal was fantastic with generous portions

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  33. EadieR

    Saskatoon

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food and service were very good but I do find the prices to be very high. Perhaps this is just what we should expect from now on but if so I won’t be eating out very often. If you want to have a very good meal with very good service and you want to spend a lot of money on pasta I would definitely recommend Taverna.

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  34. FrancesJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was a special family Thanksgiving dinner for guests from Calgary Was proud to show them what our favourite restaurant in Saskatoon was all about surpassed all expectations 10+

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  35. Ramos

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food, great service. Nice wine list. Lovely atmosphere.

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  36. MurrayM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Have the mussels. Very rich and flavorful. Get an extra order of the baguette to soak up the sauce! The house red wine is very acceptable.

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  37. CindyR

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience3
    Very expensive for an okay dinner. I have travelled to many places in the world for Italian food including Italy and the food here was just okay.

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  38. ScottM

    Saskatoon

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience3
    There was 4 of us. My spaghetti and meatballs were good. My buddy's meal was good. The girls had to send back their lasagna because it was barely warm. The waiter was OK, but really made us feel like like there was a big rush. He seemed like he was new. They did comp the girls wine for the cold lasagna, and that was appreciated. We went to this restaurant for a special occasion as we have in the past. Sorry, poor food presentation and fair service means that probably won't happen again. Too many good places in Saskatoon to choose from. Thoroughly disappointed.

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  39. JRipper

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    My girlfriend and I really enjoyed the food and the environment of the restaurant. It was very busy and a little loud, but it didn't impact our anniversary dinner. I would recommend this place to a friend if they asked me what I thought about the restaurant.

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  40. StefanG

    Saskatoon

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience here. We've been coming here for years and it is always fantastic. The food was phenomenal as always, Taso is a great host, and our server Steven was the best.

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FAQs

Taverna Italian Kitchen does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats. Taverna Italian Kitchen also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (306) 652-6366.

Taverna Italian Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 1115 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Taverna Italian Kitchen

219 21st St E, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0B7

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    downtown Saskatoon between 2nd and 3rd Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Saskatoon
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Free Parking Monday-Saturday after 6 PM and <br />Free Parking all day Sunday.
  • Public Transit
    Taverna is bolstered by strong public transportation links.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (306) 652-6366
  • Catering
    YOUR PLACE, OUR FOOD Simply call the restaurant 306.652.6366, order and pick-up or Delivery is available. Contact us for details (charges may apply). Plates, napkins, and utensils are available if desired. If you need us to come and set-up your selections, charges will apply. At least 24-hour notice is preferred. Customized menus are available, a catering coordinator will help you make selections or give you ideas.
  • Private party facilities
    Located on Saskatoon’s famed 21st Street, just steps away from an array of shops, variety of hotels and the gorgeous South Saskatchewan River, Taverna is the ideal setting for many occasions.
  • Private party contact
    Tasos Kangles: (306) 652-6366
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