Ivey Pope King
Absolutely beautiful atmosphere, lively yet not overly noisy, and the service was exceptional. Our server was Wyatt, and he was phenomenal. We thoroughly enjoyed having him as our server. This restaurant screams quality from the moment you walk in the door. What makes a great restaurant is one that pays attention to every detail… even the smallest ones. The table was set beautifully, the appetizers featured unique twists, the cocktails were impeccably perfect (highly recommend the Salt Air Margarita), the entrees were exceptional and the desserts were as well. We will definitely be back the next time we are in Starkville.
… moreDanielle Clay
My husband and I came after the State game. We’ve never been. Didn’t realize that it was best to make reservations, but luckily someone was a no-show, so we were immediately seated. You get a bougee vibe when you walk in… but not so bougee that you aren’t welcome. Nice vibe. The wait staff was so kind. Food was delicious. Drinks were great. Prices weren’t bad. We’d definitely eat here again.
… moreRexanne Collins
We usually come to Taste Italian Kitchen for special occasions. We were recently there for our anniversary and we had an exceptional waiter. The food was great as always. We sat outside to avoid all of the noise from the televisions and it was perfect and romantic. Our waiter and brought as a surprise with our dessert.
… moreJohn Foard
Went to Taste for lunch today with two others. We arrived early, so it was quiet at first, but it filled up quickly, mostly with parties of four or more. That alone says something.
The restaurant is nicely decorated. Clean, comfortable, and tasteful without being overdone or trying too hard. You can actually focus on the food.
We started with the Sampler appetizer. Plenty of food for three people and a great way to start the meal. The Sampler included:
• Arancini (3) – fried risotto balls with smoked gouda and parmesan served with marinara and sun-dried tomato ranch
• Fried Mozzarella Ravioli (4) – breaded, fried, and served with marinara and sun-dried tomato ranch (that ranch was something to behold!)
• Spinach & Artichoke Dip – with spinach, artichokes, parmesan, mozzarella, and wonton chips
I’ve attached a photo which was an after thought after enjoying it so much!
I ordered the Chicken Piccata over angel hair pasta. The flavors were bright and balanced, not heavy or muddled. Portion sizes were generous. I couldn’t finish everything, which is never a complaint. Our group agreed that all the food came out hot, well prepared, and evenly paced.
Our waitress, Abi, was excellent. Attentive without hovering, and she also made our drinks. Special credit to her for a very well-made vodka martini. Consider asking for her when you visit!
Overall, this is a really solid spot. Good food, good service, and worth the price. I’d absolutely go back and would recommend it without hesitation.
… moreDano H
We went for lunch and had an incredible experience! The design and decor is welcoming and impressive. We were seated in the bar area which was elegantly decorated for the holidays. I can’t say enough about the exceptional service we received from Abi, our server/bartender. She is a powerhouse server and talented bartender. We got the appetizer sampler…fried ravioli, spinach dip, and risotto balls that were all phenomenal. Entrees were good…homemade pastas, well seasoned, and served hot and timely. The cheesecake was also homemade and super delicious. Bravo to Taste Italian!
… morejuan rivera
First, the restaurant overall is 5 Big thanks to Michael great service. The fry ravioli is nice. Chicken Alfredo with broccoli 100% the Chicken Parmigiana 100% and the Eggplant Parmigiana 100%. The dessert was Lemon Mouse Cake was good. I didn’t order pizzas, but they look amazing. Recommend 100%
… morehmelaniej
I didn’t know what to expect when I arrived. It is a casual atmosphere with a touch of class. I had a cocktail: Whiskey is bananas, very smooth and went pleasantly with my meal. I had the Shrimp gamberetti and desert the orange pistachio tart. Very delicious! I already want to come back for my birthday Even on a Tuesday it was fairly busy but service was spot on. Thank you for a great evening meal.
… moreDavid Castañeda
“Absolutely loved my recent dining experience! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. Our server was fantastic – so friendly and helpful with recommendations. I took their suggestion for the truffle ravioli, and wow, it was incredible! The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the filling was rich and flavorful. We also started with the calamari appetizer, which was simply amazing – tender and perfectly crispy. This is definitely a gem in Starkville, and I can’t wait to go back!”
… moreSugar Jones
Decided to give Taste Italian Kitchen in Ridgeland try after an afternoon at the movies, so did not have a reservation. Needless to say the restaurant was busy and there was a wait time of 30 minutes, that turned out to be much shorter. The Host was professional and a great way to start my Taste evening.
Just to cut through to the bottom line — The atmosphere, the waitress and food was awesome! I had the Spinach Artichoke Dip, which was great! For my entrée I had Seafood Pasta. Which was delicious!
Taste Italian Kitchen is a terrific restaurant and definitely will be returning soon!
… moreMichele Keepers
Enjoyed a wonderful meal at TASTE. We couldn’t decide on an appetizer so we did the sampler. It was gobbled up too fast for me to get a picture. I did snap a shot of the veil parmigiana and veal piccata. So good! The wine list was lacking in that it was just a list of varietals, but the blend I received was very good. Thank you for a great meal with fantastic service!!!
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