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Taverna - Downtown Austin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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Robin
Austin6 reviews
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Cynthia
Austin2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
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Kevin
Austin1 review
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OpenTable Diner
Austin2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
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Janiece
Austin12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
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Jennifer
Austin1 review
Dined 6 days ago
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Karin
Austin3 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2025
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Jennifer
Baltimore3 reviews
Dined on 15 April 2025
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MYLES VIP
Austin36 reviews
Dined on 13 April 2025
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mackenzie
Denver1 review
Dined on 12 April 2025
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Taverna - Downtown Austin is rated 4.5 stars by 1240 OpenTable diners.
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258 W. 2nd Street, Austin, TX 78701