Taverna on Division - Melrose Park, Illinois

ARMANDO MIGUEL MEZA GOMEZ

LO MEJOR EN COMIDA DE TODA LA ZONA ....EXCELENTE ATENCION , LES FELICITO A TODOS , SIGAN ASI , SON UN EXITO .......

Velia Castro

Me encanta el servicio de los meseros y la comida.

F P

Bonito lugar para pasar la velada

Lacey Mizell

Taverna on Division has some great food, easy going staff and live music! The stuffed Melrose pepper appetizer special was delicious. Raw clams were a nice surprise, not many places have them anymore. Martinis and wine were spot on.
The live entertainment was a blast and it was very fun watching everyone dance and enjoy themselves. This should be a go to for anyone wanting quality Italian for a reasonable price with great service. Michael our bartender was also wonderful, shout out to him for making the night that much more special.

Cindy Flores

We visited the taverna in February and regretfully overlooked posting our review. I had eagerly anticipated dining at this establishment and was pleased with the experience. Although the outdoor patio was closed due to winter, the indoor ambiance was inviting. Our server was courteous and attentive.

We were a party of four, two adults and two children under 12. While the taverna exudes a sophisticated atmosphere, it remains welcoming for families. For starters, we had the bruschetta; although the children found the flavors unfamiliar, they greatly enjoyed their chicken alfredo. The portions were generous, allowing for leftovers.

I opted for the filet mignon accompanied by potatoes and broccoli. It was perfectly cooked, tender with a balanced pinkness. My husband chose the pork chops, which came with potatoes. The portion was unexpectedly generous, and he managed to finish it all.

We also sampled some wines. The Mionetto Prosecco was dry and not to my preference. Conversely, the Gemma Di Luna moscato offered a delightful blend of fresh and sweet flavors.

In summary, our experience was positive, and we look forward to returning, particularly to enjoy the outdoor patio when it reopens.

Mary Biancalana

I give Taverna on Division 5 stars! The restaurant was cozy and festive. We especially liked the friendly atmosphere and the live music with a chance to do some dancing. We had a large group of 14 and the management was very accommodating and welcoming. With a group this size obviously we ordered many many entrees. And I can say that everything was served hot, and quickly, and our orders were all done correctly. Their food is authentic Italian and absolutely worth it. The service and the wait staff were very attentive to our needs and brought our drinks, appetizers and entrees correctly. We look forward to coming back and many more occasions! Highly recommended.

Jen Villafuerte

Never fails to be an amazing meal!! Main restaurant- get the skirt steak! Omg!!! Bar next door- chicken parm sandwich!! If you're lucky, Kimmy will be behind the bar! She's a gem!! Such a cool place!!

Lo C

I can understand why this place wasn't so busy. When I arrived with my party, there was only one other table being served at close to 5pm.
Food: seafood pasta was ok, sauce was missing something. Alfredo pasta was delicious, sauce was made in house. It was rich and creamy. Grilled calamari would have been good if it wasn't so extremely salty that it was inedible. Cocktails seemed a bit watered down. Cappuccino was good. There was a 5 layered cake that sounded good but for $16 a slice, and from how the menu tasted so far, I passed.
Our server was very sweet, attentive and understanding.
Interior was a traditional open space bar atmosphere, exterior was more attractive and inviting to dine.

What I noticed was that as more guests came in, 2 2-tops adults, and a party of 10 5-kids, 60% of the dining parties were families. So this establishment is safe to say that it's a family restaurant. Knowing that the majority of their dining guests (in a residential area) are families they should have family bathrooms or at least a changing table in the restroom. Since they did not have either, I reluctantly had no choice but to change my name much needed diapers outside where my party was (at the start of doing so, we were the only party outside and there was only 1 other party inside and they had children too. While I was finishing up the manager styler out and said abruptly that I could not do it there because it's a business and what not, I understood, but I stated there was no where else that I could change them, had there been a changing table or some space in the restroom to do so I gladly would have. And the he went on to say I could have done it in the car. That's like telling a guest they could defecate in their car. Oh wait, they did, because my babies are guests.
A bit of a different approach and understanding would have changed our experience a lot more and would have encouraged us to come here again and tell others but that attitude and that approach was a deterrent.

So thank you, but no thank you to this place.