Delectable Guilty Pleasures from Tazza

Fried Macaroni and Cheese

A Party for Your Taste Buds

I have to admit, it’s one of my favorite summer guilty pleasure go-tos: fried foods. Rich, crispy, and delectable with just the right amount of saltiness, fried foods are a virtual party for the taste buds. Another great thing about fried foods?  It’s not hard to find an item or two that even the pickiest young eaters won’t gobble right up!

That’s one of my favorite things about Tazza: their menu boasts so many of my top old and new crispy loves that I never run out of reasons to run out to Tazza! They’ve got Fish and Chips that bring me right back to my childhood, where the end of each week was always celebrated with a Friday night family fish fry. And when I want something great while we sit down in front of the game, I can never go wrong with Buffalo Chicken Strips - OR - Buffalo Riblets, with some great chunky bleu cheese for dipping and crisp celery to cool it all down. Here are a few more snack favorites:

Favorite Crispy Snacks from Tazza

• Fried Pickles - Served with ranch dressing.
• Fried Zucchini - Golden brown zucchini. Served with ranch dressing.
• Fried Asparagus - Asparagus fried golden brown, served with side of ranch sauce.
• Fried Green Beans - Green beans fried golden brown served with side of ranch sauce.
• Fried Green Tomato - Vine green tomatoes bread with cornmeal, flash fried and served with bistro sauce.
• Stuffed Jalapenos - Golden brown stuffed jalapenos with cheddar cheese. Served with ranch dressing.
• Italian Breaded Mushrooms - Fresh mushrooms lightly breaded in Italian herbs and spices, fried to perfection and served with horseradish sauce.
• Fried Calamari - Calamari fried golden brown served with a side of cocktail sauce.
• Fried Oysters - Lightly breaded oysters fried golden brown, served with cocktail sauce.
• Breaded Crab Cake - Lightly breaded crab cake fried golden brown.
• Macaroni and Cheese Wedges - Creamy cheddar cheese mixed with stick macaroni, coated in a crispy cheddar batter and fried.
• Mozzarella Cheese Sticks - Plump imported mozzarella sticks lightly breaded and fried. Served with marinara sauce.
• Beer Battered Shrimp Basket - Sizable beer battered and fried shrimp, served with cocktail sauce and fries.

Tazza offers many other delicious options across the menu., like wraps, rotisserie chicken, grilled fish and fresh vegetables, and outstanding chicken fingers for you or the little ones! Feel free to ask our knowledgeable wait staff for additional recommendations. And try to save some room; you might just deserve to treat yourself with one of our mouth-watering desserts. We remind food lovers to take note that while we do not serve alcohol, we are happy for you to bring your own - and there’s never a corking fee, so please bring your favorite bottle with you to enjoy!  

At Tazza, we pride ourselves in being a great place to bring the whole family. Whether local or just visiting our great city of Nashville, come and join us at at Tazza. We are working hard to ensure your time at Tazza this summer is one of the highlights of your day!

510 Church Street, Nashville, TN 37219 | (615) 742-3223 | orders@thetazza.com

Fresh Food Served Daily in the Heart of Nashville!

You  may not be aware, but there’s one more reason to celebrate the Fourth of July than our nation’s Independence. July 4th also just happens to be National BBQ Ribs Day! Summer is here, and you can almost hear the sizzle. On any given night, you can usually smell it too. Mmmmmm…… the sweet smoky aroma that makes you want to abandon your plans and follow the wafting scent to its delicious source. Here in the south we’re pretty famous for our bbq. At Tazza, in the heart of downtown Nashville, we love bringing you all the favorite tastes of summer, grilled to tantalizing perfection.   

Of course, if you’ve ever enjoyed the Fourth in downtown Nashville, you probably know it can be a little less easy to navigate than most nights. So why not stop in to enjoy a luscious rack of Tazza’s BBQ Beef Ribs before? Let’s be honest; BBQ is the grand marshall of all summertime favorite foods.  And given our convenient location, right in the heart of Nashville’s most beloved summer activities, Tazza is wonderfully convenient for a quick bite or a sumptuous feast - before or after your time out on the town. We are just a few blocks from many of Nashville’s most popular entertainment venues, and parking is easy to find.

In addition to BBQ Ribs, Tazza offers many other delicious options across the menu, like wraps, rotisserie chicken, grilled fish and fresh vegetables, and outstanding chicken fingers for you or the little ones! Feel free to ask our knowledgeable wait staff for additional recommendations. And try to save some room; you might just deserve to treat yourself with one of our mouth-watering desserts. We remind food lovers to take note that while we do not serve alcohol, we are happy for you to bring your own - and there’s never a corking fee, so please bring your favorite bottle with you to enjoy!  

At Tazza, we pride ourselves in being a great place to bring the whole family. Whether local or just visiting our great city of Nashville, come and join us at at Tazza. We are working hard to ensure your time at Tazza this summer is one of the highlights of your day!

510 Church Street, Nashville, TN 37219 | (615) 742-3223 | orders@thetazza.com

5 Tips for Making Healthy Menu Selections

If you’re trying to lose weight or just eat better for improved overall health and longevity, then you probably know what a challenge dining out can be. At Tazza, we want you to feel comfortable knowing you can always find fresh, healthy dishes on our menu. Did you know we feature a special low carb menu, as well as offer a wide variety of salads, seafood, and other healthier favorites? With so many options for you to choose from, dining at Tazza can help you ensure that the meals you eat away from home are part of that healthy diet and lifestyle. Here is a list of five basic tips to help you navigate your way to the best menu choices possible for your health and enjoyment:

#1: Avoid foods served fried, au gratin, crispy, scalloped, pan-fried, sautéed, buttered, creamed or stuffed. They are typically very high in fat and calories.

#2: Choose steamed, broiled, baked, grilled, poached or roasted foods instead.  

#3: If the menu description doesn’t clearly describe how a meal is prepared or which ingredients it contains, always ask your server.

#4: Choose entrees that feature seafood, chicken or lean meat, and avoid fatty meats. If you order meat, remove all visible fat and ask the chef to remove the skin from the chicken.

#5: Check the menu for items marked “healthy,” or ask the server what the healthiest choices on the menu are.

A final tip: if you tend to have trouble avoiding temptation on the spot, why not take advantage of Tazza’s website and checkout our online menu? That will give you the opportunity to review all the choices available, and make wise eating decisions in advance! As always, at Tazza Restaurant & Cafe, we pride ourselves in offering the freshest dishes around. What’s more, our creative chefs learned long ago that flavorful doesn’t have to mean fattening!

Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, our customers also love our convenient take-out service. We also love being able to serve our downtown business community. Whether you need meals brought to your office, or would like to use our corporate space, we are a great solution to your company’s needs. Call Tazza today at (615) 742-3223 for space pricing and availability.

And remember, Tazza means fresh!

Adventures in Taste

Looking for something fresh and interesting for downtown Nashville dining tonight? At Tazza Restaurant & Cafe, we pride ourselves in offering the freshest, most creative and flavorful dishes around. Food is our passion, and we love delivering delicious dishes to you and your family.

Craving a hand-crafted gourmet pizza? Try Tazza’s Roasted Vegetable and Goat Cheese Pizza, featuring roasted eggplant, roasted red peppers, onion, artichokes, olives, tomato and mozzarella cheese. Or maybe your kids would like to try a fun new twist on a classic with our Meatball Pizza, made with mouth-watering meatballs topped with mozzarella cheese, oregano and parmesan cheese. Or maybe your mouth is watering for a “new classic” in the B.B.Q. Chicken Pizza. Our version boasts a rich smoky flavor as smoky gouda cheese dances with onions and cilantro atop their bbq base.

Looking for something satisfying but lighter?  How about a sandwich? if you haven’t tried Tazza’s Fried Chicken Curry Wrap, you need to. Talk about a flavor sensation!  Lighter still is the

Chicken Al-Tazza Sandwich. We make our own special chicken salad with a mix of grapes, apples, pineapple and mandarin oranges, swiss cheese & sprouts. Maybe you’re craving a rich, satisfying classic, like a traditional Corned Beef Reuben. Again, for those looking to lighten up, Tazza offers our Reuben with the option of Turkey as well. Swiss cheese, Russian Dressing and sauerkraut grilled on rye bread round out this favorite.

And what’s a special dinner without dessert? Today, we’re in the mood for the tantalizing Chocolate Raspberry Bash: Dark & White Chocolate on a brownie shortbread crust filled with truffled cream cheese and luscious red ripe raspberries then topped with white chocolate whipped cream. We love the combination of raspberry and rich chocolate! Or maybe you’re feeling more like a little cheesecake? Why not try Tazza’s Espresso Cheesecake, a creamy California-style cheesecake flavored with espresso, sitting atop a chocolate buttermilk pound cake finished with a white chocolate coffee mousse. Oh yes…. the perfect finish to a delightful dinner!

Located in the heart of downtown Nashville, our customers love our convenient take-out service. We also love being able to serve our downtown business community. Whether you need meals brought to your office, or would like to use our corporate space, we are a great solution to your company’s needs. Call Tazza today at (615) 742-3223 for space pricing and availability.

And remember, Tazza means fresh!

Enjoy Fresh, Healthy Fish at Tazza!

Now that spring is well under way and we look forward to summer’s sweeping entry in a few short weeks, more and more we’re craving lighter, healthier fare. What could be more perfect for healthier appetites than fresh fish?

Substituting fish for meat is one of the best dietary changes you can make for your family. Using red meat a bit less as a daily main course and instead as an ingredient in other dishes, is a great way to enhance the flavor and nutrition of stir fry, pasta, or casseroles. Promoting fish to the centerpiece of your meal several times a week, as a tuna “steak” or tuna salad.

A top-of-the-line nutrient-dense food, fish is low in fat and high in many good things. It is a low calorie, high protein “brain food,” thanks to the long strands of polyunsaturated essential omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil. The human body can’t naturally produce omega-3s, yet they’re needed for a healthy body, inside and out. The link between omega-3 and heart health has long been known, and several new studies present even more evidence that fish high in fatty acids is essential for total-body wellness. Fish is also a good source of protein. Most varieties contain around 20 grams of protein per 3-ounce serving - the same as meat. Additionally, fish is a good source of vitamin B-12, and most fish are rich sources of iron.

At Tazza, we have taken special care to create our menu with an extensive selection of fish and seafood for you to choose from. From Red Snapper, Tilapia, and Grouper to Salmon and Tuna, Tazza works hard to get the freshest fish delivered to our downtown Nashville restaurant daily!

Call Tazza Restaurant and Café at 615-742-3223 for reservations or lunch delivery. or visit us at 510 Church in beautiful downtown Nashville. We look forward to serving you. And remember: Tazza means fresh!

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A Traditional Favorite: Peach Cobbler

Few desserts speak to the sentiment of “southern comfort” like the popular traditional favorite, Peach Cobbler. The American Cobbler is a deep-dish dessert with a thick crust and a fruit filling. The recipe’s UK predecessor often offered an option made with savory meats. In the US, most recipes feature a biscuit crust and a crumb or a drop-biscuit topping. More modern adaptations often implement a top and bottom pie crust instead.

When the first settlers arrived in America, they brought their favorite recipes with them, like fruit pies and English steamed puddings. Early attempts to recreate the dishes they loved were challenging with the primitive cooking equipment available. With no brick ovens available, they baked the fruit cobblers in pots over an open fire. They first made a filling of of locally harvested fruit and placed it in the pot. next, they added dough over the filling and covered the pot. As the cobblers cooked, the filling stewed and created its own sauce, while the pastry rose and crusted.

The early colonials loved cobblers because they were both nourishing and sustaining, and could feed large numbers of people. They were originally served as the main course for supper and for breakfast. Later, in the 19th century as a greater variety of foods and ingredients became available, cobblers made the transition to becoming primarily a dessert dish.

In recent years, chefs everywhere have been experimenting with new and exciting ways to add a twist to this time-honored classic, without taking away from its traditional appeal. At Tazza, our unique interpretation adds cinnamon, walnuts, and caramel sauce, served warm and topped with a rich mound of vanilla bean ice cream. We just know you’re going to love it as much as we do! Of course, there’s only one way to know for sure...

Stop in and visit us at  Tazza Restaurant and Café at 510 Church St in downtown Nashville. To call ahead for reservations, carry-out or lunch time delivery, call Tazza at 615-742-3223.

Like to take a look at more delicious favorites from Tazza? Click here for our extensive online menu. And remember, Tazza means fresh!

Festival Fun has Begun!

Photo Credit: Michael Schranz

The scent of blossoming flowers in the air. Snowflakes and freezing rain replaced with sunshine and occasional showers. The tangible beckoning of music from all directions wafting carelessly on the breeze. Add all these together and there's only one answer: it's Springtime! And Springtime signals the official beginning of festival fun in Nashville, Tennessee. 

So many reasons to come downtown, from the upcoming Lego Kidsfest to the CMT Music Fest, and everything in between. Nashville is anything but short on entertainment. Why not come out and join the fun? 

While you're at it, take advantage of the opportunity to stop in and check out our new daily specials at Tazza? If you've dined with us before, you remember the terrific service and wide variety of menu selections we're so famous for. But remember: come hungry. Because not only is our generously portioned food the freshest tasting around, but our dessert selections are out-of-this-world! 

So come on! Enjoy the season while you can. Tazza is conveniently located in the heart of Nashville's downtown at 510 Church Street. And don't forget to bring the whole family. We can't wait to see you! For reservations, call: 615-742-3223

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