A cool and classy, very Italian eatery opened in Portsmouth in October, and if it wasn't a bit off the beaten path we would have been there pronto.

As it is, we arrived before the dead of summer set in, and we're quite happy that we did.

Tavola is low-lit, comfortable and cozy, and it is unique: We can't think of anywhere else where TV screens behind the bar and surrounding the dining area would be dominated by eight black-and-white screens showing old, old movies. There are only three color screens, with sporting events and such.

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