Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileA Tavola Restaurant & Wine Bar
Metairie, LA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
A Tavola pours a serious Italian-leaning beverage program. The cocktail list runs from a Negroni built with Galliano L'Aperitivo to a bourbon-forward Signature Old Fashioned, while the wine list spans Prosecco to Amarone. Midweek specials—Wednesday Cocktail Club and Vino Thursday—make the program accessible. A Caffe Corretto with Grappa, Sambuca, or Nocello offers a caffeinated digestif.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Negroni ($12) for a textbook Italian aperitif with a local twist. For wine, the Bertani Amarone ($144 bottle) is a serious Italian red. If you prefer something lighter, the Spritz Veneziano ($11) is a crisp Galliano L'Aperitivo and Prosecco combination.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who appreciate Italian-inspired cocktails and a wine list that reaches beyond the usual suspects. The Vino Thursday bottle discount will appeal to value-seeking wine enthusiasts, while the Wednesday Cocktail Club suits those exploring specialty cocktails at a reduced price.
- When should I go?
- Wednesday Cocktail Club offers all specialty cocktails at $8, making it a good night to sample the cocktail menu. Vino Thursday provides 50% off bottles, ideal for a group planning to share wine.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $11-$13; wines by the glass $11-$16, bottles $36-$184. Happy hour offers cocktails from $7 and select beers at $4.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The bar menu balances classic Italian cocktails with modern flourishes, and the wine list includes both familiar names and deeper Italian picks. The Caffe Corretto—espresso with a Grappa, Sambuca, or Nocello shot—is a distinctive end-of-meal option. Weekly specials add a social, value-driven layer.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail menu is a mix of Italian classics and modern adaptations, featuring eight named cocktails from a Spritz Veneziano to a bourbon-based Signature Old Fashioned. Prices are moderate, and weekly specials improve value.
Menu strengths
- — Dedicated cocktail menu with Italian-inspired drinks, including a Negroni and a Paloma.
- — Wednesday Cocktail Club offers all specialty cocktails at $8, a notable value.
Standout selections
- — Signature Old Fashioned ($12) uses Seven Three Bywater Bourbon, agave nectar, and Peychaud's and Angostura bitters.
- — Spritz Veneziano ($11) combines Galliano L'Aperitivo, Avissi Prosecco, and club soda.
Pricing: $11-$13; happy hour $7-$8
Wine
The wine list is broad, organized by varietal and style, from Prosecco and Chardonnay to Amarone. It includes well-known labels and Italian depth, with bottle prices spanning a wide range. Vino Thursday's 50% off bottles is a strong draw.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive wine list with categories from Bubbles to Ports, offering many Italian and international selections.
- — Vino Thursday offers 50% off all bottles, making premium wines more accessible.
Standout selections
- — Bertani Amarone ($144 bottle) represents a serious Italian red.
- — Whispering Angel Rosé ($14 glass / $50 bottle) is a popular French choice.
Pricing: Glasses $11-$16; bottles $36-$184
Beer
Beer list is straightforward, covering domestic, imported, and local craft. Peroni and Stella Artois provide Italian and Belgian options, while Abita and Urban South represent Louisiana. Happy hour pricing is competitive.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local craft options such as Abita Amber and Urban South Holy Roller IPA.
Standout selections
- — Peroni Pale Lager ($7) is an imported Italian lager.
- — Urban South Holy Roller IPA ($7) is a local craft option.
Pricing: $5.50-$7; happy hour $4
Nonalcoholic
Non-alcoholic options are limited but include a dedicated non-alcoholic beer, Stella N/A 0.0, at $7. The presence of a named NA beer is a positive, though the selection is not extensive.
Menu strengths
- — Stella N/A 0.0 provides a non-alcoholic beer option.
Standout selections
- — Stella N/A 0.0 ($7) is a non-alcoholic beer.
Pricing: $7 for Stella N/A
Spirits
Spirits are integrated into the cocktail program, with a selection of tequilas, vodkas, gin, and bourbon used in drinks. The only standalone spirits offering is the Caffe Corretto, an espresso with a choice of Grappa, Sambuca, or Nocello.
Menu strengths
- — Caffe Corretto ($12) offers a choice of Grappa, Sambuca, or Nocello with espresso, a distinctive digestif.
Standout selections
- — Caffe Corretto ($12) is a coffee-based spirit drink with three shot options.
Pricing: Caffe Corretto $12
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