Tazza Kitchen Trenholm is a stylish and casual eatery in Forest Acres just a short drive from USC and Downtown Columbia. The seasonal menu highlights local ingredients, brick oven pizzas, tacos, delicious salads, sharable starters and mains, craft cocktails, beer and wine. Enjoy a great dinner, lunch, or Sunday brunch with exceptional service and hospitality. Dine outside huge patio and ask us about corporate events and private parties! For reservations for parties of 4 or more, please call the restaurant.
Outlet offering wood-fired pies, regional wines & local brews in a warm setting with a bar.
Shannon J
Came here on a Sunday evening for dinner. Had reservations and were seated promptly. Service was mostly attentive, until dinner was well over and we had to flag down our server to get the check. I started with a cocktail, the Shapeshifter, which was just weird. Not good and not bad, just weird, and I wouldn’t get it again. We ordered the meatballs, which were probably the highlight of the meal. My table mate got the Hawaiian pizza, which he said didn’t have enough cheese or sauce and was kind of dry. I ordered the ahi tuna tacos, which while they tasted okay, left me ill impressed with the portion size. They were basically two bites each, so definitely not enough for a dinner portion. For dessert we both got the key lime pie, which was underwhelming. In fact, I think I’d prefer the one from Publix over theirs. Overall, the night was an experience in mediocrity so we probably won’t be going back. This place has the potential to be great, but it really missed the mark.
… moreMike Hemlepp
We went for dinner Sunday night. I haven’t been there in a while but I always enjoyed the brunches.
When we arrived our server was awesome. Friendly, helpful, timely. He was not very helpful about recommendations on the menu, but I thought the service was great.
We got the goat cheese app and were immediately disappointed. It was a bowl of hot marinara with very little cheese in it. It was served with bland and stodgy bread.
The entries were delivered in a timely manner, they were well plated and they looked good. However, my crab cakes had very little crab and were bland and tasteless. It was like wet white bread. They weren’t “bad”, but not good either.
We also got the flat iron steak. It was well cooked, but cold. It was served with an aioli of some sort that was very tasty, but the rest of the meal was bland.
It was a nice place to eat, but the meal was not good. I don’t want to say it was “bad”; maybe some people would like it. But, to me, this was not appetizing.
Perhaps, I will come back for brunch, but not for supper.
… moreE Hursey
The food here is light, fresh and tasty. The wood fire Avacodos were delicious. The biscuits were just okay. The Baha bowl with braised short ribs was delicious. The quiche and salad was also good. I visited on a Sunday for brunch and it was really, really busy. I suggest reservations and be patient.
… moreBrian Carver
Great food and nice people. We can’t at happy hour and was able to get a seat at the bar. The redwood drink is fabulous.
… moreEzrenee Major
Not enjoyable. They put the queso on the chips so it was soggy by the time I had them. I had scraps of BURNT beef and tons of beans. Good flavor though just very disappointed in the quality and quantity of beef My husband had 9 fries on the side but says the steak sandwhich was a 8/10. Also, they don’t like to answer the phone so order online.
… moreBernice Johnson
This was my first visit at this establishment and I can truly say my experience was amazing —ranging from the atmosphere, the hospitality, the professionalism, the food and the attentive staff. I highly recommend this place and I will definitely be making more visits in the future!
… moreMiriam W
Great food options for vegan and gluten free needs. Our server, Darius (sorry if I misspelled it) was friendly and accommodating. We were traveling with our dog and the outdoor seating and heaters made our dining experience convenient and enjoyable. My only wish was that they had a gluten free pizza crust option. It appeared to be a popular and family friendly place for Sunday brunch. Would definitely eat there again if ever traveling through.
… moreKimi Maines MS, RD, CSSD, LD Fit Foodie Dietitian
Tazza kitchen seems elegant and fancy according to their interior and menu offerings- however, it’s menu is too complex and they need to pick one or two foods to execute well. The pizza is too thin and soggy and the cheese isn’t flavorful. Their tacos are okay, but the size for the price isn’t worth it in my opinion.
Lunch hour seems to be chaotic, as I’ve dined it at that time 3 different occasions now whether were short a couple servers. Each time it took 7 min or more for me to be greeted and get water.
I will say their salads are quite delicious and satisfying if you add protein. But not enough to suffice as a meal, so you ending up overpaying for something else to order with it.
I’ve been 3x for lunch and twice for dinner. I’ve only been of my own choosing once, and I wouldn’t have gone back if it weren’t for my friends choosing the place.
… moreAlex W
Me and a friend decided to try this establishment for the first time. The food was amazing!! For the appetizer we decided on the TK Nachos. All I’m gonna say, is make sure you try them you will not be disappointed. For the entrée my friend had the Chicken Alfredo and I had the Wood Fired Pizza with all the meats, with added jalapeño’s. The Pizza was great with all the added meats! The service at the bar was exceptional! The atmosphere was very inviting.
… moreLaSandra Teixeira
If you’re looking for a fantastic brunch spot, I highly recommend Tazza Kitchen. The variety on the menu is impressive, catering to every craving. The service was quick, and the food arrived piping hot, making for a satisfying experience from start to finish.
I opted for the classic breakfast, and it was everything you’d hope for: perfectly cooked eggs, crispy bacon, flavorful home fries, a buttery biscuit, and fresh fruit to round it out. Every bite was delicious and exactly what you want in a hearty, well-executed breakfast. Tazza Kitchen is definitely worth a visit for a top-notch brunch!
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