The RDU Buzz

By Maddy Cook

Tazza Kitchen

Tucked into the trendy Village District shopping center is a laid-back, unique joint called Tazza Kitchen! Walking distance from District favorites like Goodnights Comedy Club, Tazza makes for an excellent bite before or after your night on the town!

Through the wooden door at the entrance, guests are greeted by friendly faces and an industrial-meets-cozy interior peppered with greenery and twinkle lights. A well-stocked bar runs the length of the front of the restaurant, while high and low-top tables scattered throughout offer a cozy setting for diners looking to enjoy a sit-down meal, or munch on top-notch appetizers while sipping on a fruity, bubbly or boozy concoction.

Tazza Kitchen boasts a deliciously elevated menu of classics and new favorites spanning from seafood to oven-baked pizzas and flavor-packed grain bowls, not to mention a size-able section of the menu dedicated to Mexican cuisine like tacos with chicken adobo or pork carnitas. We opted for the outstanding Basil Chicken Alfredo with homemade fusilli pasta and a bright, lemony sauce.  The Harvest Bowl was equally delicious, with credit to the creamy tomato sauce, ricotta and sweet potatoes for being so tasty we all but forgot we’d opted for a healthy choice! Pair your delicious wood-fired entree with a hand crafted cocktail or mocktails from the bar. The seasonal menu means there’s always something new to try.

Our foodies closer to Cary will be pleased to know that Tazza Kitchen has a location in Cary’s Stone Creek Village. With hours varying by location and day of week, head to Tazza’s website to plan your visit, whether for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch!