About
Tazza Kitchen is wood-fired tacos, pizza, and a whole lot more. The name, “TA” for taco, “ZZA” for pizza, is the portmanteau created by a group of friends who set out to build an inspiring new place to eat. With locations in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, the seasonal menu highlights ingredients sourced from dozens of farmers and food artisans, and custom wood burning brick ovens anchor every kitchen. The craft beverage program features unique small-production wines, innovative local brews, and cocktails made with premium spirits and the freshest ingredients. All of this served in a fun and lively environment at affordable prices.
Tazza Kitchen is a casual eatery with locations in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The seasonal menu highlights ingredients sourced from dozens of farmers and food artisans, wood-fired cooking, and influences from Southern Italy and Baja California. The craft beverage program features unique small-production wines, innovative local brews, and cocktails made with premium spirits and the freshest ingredients. All of this served in a fun and lively environment at affordable prices.
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Founders
With backgrounds in finance, music, and restaurants, John Davenport, Jeff Grant and John Haggai came together to open a restaurant featuring a seasonal menu, craft libations, and genuine hospitality at affordable prices. After 18 months of traveling and testing, they opened Tazza Kitchen Short Pump in 2013. While all three partners have a hand in daily operations, Davenport takes care of finance and administration, Grant oversees the culinary team and communications, and Haggai manages the beverage program and construction.
Lead Management
Part of the original ideation process, Chris Curtin and Reggie McGee now work in our restaurants every day. With over 30 years combined hospitality experience, they are coaches, entertainers, grinders, and eternal optimists. They split their duties with Curtin in Virginia and McGee in the Carolinas.
Wine Specialist
Dorothy Livick, Certified Wine Specialist, tends our unique wine list. She is knowledgeable about the finer points of terroir, but never a wine snob. While she knows the popular varietals inside and out, her real passion is introducing lesser-known gems to our guests.
