Here's the short take: Good food, good service, and a comfortable yet upscale setting. Here's the long take: Very good pours on the wine, and decently strong mixed drinks. I normally order several appetizers to share with friends, most recently the flatbreads, each one of which was very good, ample, and satisfying. My last visit we had the cannolis which were solid without being overly sweet. So, I recommend this place and prefer it to many others of similar ilk in the vicinity. read more

Great space. Very good food. Expensive but I knew that going in. Hostess was pleasant. Problems; 1) They don't take cash 2) Revolting customers. The smug tool sitting next to me lost in his own self-imagined glory was just bizarre. I grew up in Beverly Hills and these people made BH look down to earth. Couldn't wait to get out of there. Had to scrub the stain of these self- absorbed jackasses off of me. read more

Had an amazing experience here for our date night! Delicious house music beats accompanied by a friendly staff. Alessandra is such a nice hostess, and Natasha was our super sweet server! We ordered the sauteed chicken and breaded sole dishes, so yummy. The sole came with broccolini which was perfectly al dente crisp. The Chicken came with wonderful spinach with a hint of garlic. Had 2 different Martin's on par. Wonderful experience and I will definitely come back. read more

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So the staff are actually terrific. The food is very good. The location is excellent. The reason for the one star is the giant wall size TV playing sports that they installed along with the TVs above the bar. They literally turned this fantastic spot into a sports bar of the worst kind. Nothing like ruining a romantic gem. read more

Have you ever walked into a restaurant and had no one standing at the reception for many minutes? Have you ever been served calamari without lemon? Have you ever been served calamari that is burnt and acrid tasting? Have you ever ordered a glass of wine and had the waiter simply not bring it? Have you ever had lasagna so salty and mediocre that you ate almost none of it? Have you ever left your salad and your lasagna and your calamari mostly uneaten and had the waiter not ask a single question about your food? Have you ever been to a so-called upscale restaurant and failed to see vintages printed for $25 - $30 dollar wines by the glass? Have you ever been to Bar Toscana? read more

Found this place due to the other yelpers! Nearby my friends place and I thought it was gonna be busy where I made reservations seeing all the reviews. It was open and didn't quite need reservations. The waitstaff was super helpful and friendly. They were able to share what was good recommendations for food and drinks. The food was so good and had healthy options which I craved. There also heavy food for those that are wanting more of a meal. Sizes portions are small for those looking for generous sizes. But you'll get full enough if your with friends sharing appetizers. Drinks are tasteful. I recommend trying the seasonal drinks. read more

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Tonight. I was very happy when I got home and opened my takeout food from BarToscana. I ordered the Sogliola (mild white fish gently panko crusted) w/ lemon caper sauce+broccolini and mushroom soup. The fish was incredibly cooked and so delicious it was cooked to perfection. I'm so pleased I made the decision to order takeout, the food is great. And not saying this because I work here but the Sogliola is a 10 out of 10 Stars everytime, even to-go. read more

Highly HIGHLY recommend! We were walking by and the place sounded and looked cool so we stopped in. OMG this may be my fav place ever. The atmosphere is amazing! But Martin. Wow. He is an artist. I've never had such a beautiful and delicious cocktail. The service is top notch as well. read more

Bar Toscana - Wine Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I'm not sure why I was so resistant to checking out Bar Toscana for so long. I've lived in the neighborhood for over a decade and went to Toscana a few times for dinner, but didn't have any interest in checking out the more casual version next door. I think it's because I thought it would be a noisy bar where you would have to fight for seating and then go through the cumbersome process of ordering drinks when they're busy. My husband went a few times and told me to give it a try. So one evening we made reservations for dinner and went. We had a nice table by the window and went early enough so it wasn't too packed. It does fill up, especially by the bar area, but we had no issues with ordering food or putting in multiple drink orders. The ambiance reminds me more of a lounge/drinks in a cozy bar/library type of place. I really enjoyed my dinner there and will definitely return again in the near future. read more

We came for Valentine's Day this year and had a reservation for 8pm. It was packed. Our host sat us and then the server came at some point. Not sure if they were short a server, but our host actually ended up taking our drink order (which came really slow because they only had like 1 or 2 bartenders) and the host did apologize. He also took our appetizer order. Took ages to get the food, then the server came to see if we wanted the check and I told her I would like to order my entree. Fail. We got our entree order in and ordered another drink which took ages to come again ... you would think with all this waiting we would get something comped right? Nope. Anyways we proceeded to order dessert. Our dinner took over 2 hours almost 3. Food was pretty decent but very pricey (small portions). Our bill was over 300. This experience left a very mediocre taste in meh mouth. For the amount of Money we spent they should have tried to do something nice since we spent a majority of our time waiting for our server to come and she only really came 3 times( the first time to introduce herself, 2nd time to try to give us our check before we ordered our entree, and 3rd to drop off our check again), thank god we at least had our host who would pop in when we would be sitting there with empty drinks and no food on the table. Not sure if I'd return... I'm sure I can get better service and better food with the amount of money we would spend. They are not good with service recovery or valuing your business here. read more

The service and ambiance are always top notch. What takes the cake though is the Hostess Miquela. She's very friendly and accommodating, and always ensures a pleasant experience. Would highly recommended this place, by far my favorite spot in brentwood read more

The service was a pleasant surprise given how chic the place is. the bartenders and other people were extremely easy to deal with. Nice selections of wine by the glass. read more

Recently visited for drinks and appetizers. The cocktail menu was interesting with a lot of unique drinks, and I enjoyed the raging bull drink I ordered. The bruschetta was ok, definitely think it could have been a bit better with balsamic. They bring out a free appetizer of breadsticks and veggies which was a nice touch. read more

Overpriced drinks and invisible service ... it shouldn't take more than 15 minutes to get two cocktails AT THE BAR. Had we waited for service at the table it would've taken forever! Never again. read more

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**SMALL BAR, BIG FOOD, IN BRENTWOOD** Again, my favorite bar in Brentwood. Didn't try their bar food until now. ORDERED: **TARTUFO NERO E BURRATA ($25) Burrata cheese and summer black truffle thin-crust pizza was decent, but I preferred a warmer, crispier, and cheesier pizza. **TIRAMISU' BAR TOSCANA ($9) Pavesini soaked in espresso, mascarpone mousse and chocolate shavings is one of my favorite desserts in the West Side. Creamy and whipped, the texture and flavors are perfectly combined. Not too sweet; just right. **GNOCCHI A PIACERE ($22) Potato dumplings tasted wonderful and fresh with our choice of sauce. We chose the meat sauce. Solid Italian fare. Customer service was excellent. Cocktails were excellent (we kept ordering the Old Fashioned). Place was BUMPIN during Oscars weekend. Again, lots of pretty people with lots of bling and dough. I APPRECIATE. RECOMMEND. read more

We've been going to this place for years but they have a new chef and we really enjoyed the food tonight. We ordered the pea and the artichoke salad, salad de mare, the Branzino and the seafood pasta and they were all delicious. The service was great too! read more

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Okay let's talk about it. We arrived around 7:15 we were a little late for our reservations valet parking was great walked in our table was ready. .shout out to the host even though we were little late she was so gracious and sweet and lead us straight to our table. So I'm stuck between a rock and a hard place because the food was amazing! We ordered a little bit of everything such as Margarita Pizza, crust was cooked to perfection in the thickness of the crust was not too thick nor was it to thin it was right in the middle. We also had tuna tartare, eggplant meatballs,noodle squash with some type of marinara sauce. Oh and let's not forget the lasagna and the cauliflower very tender so much flavor in every bite. Ambiance was very barish-chic. service was #Meh if you even want to call it that I don't know if she had too many tables but she rarely checked on us but the barback seem to be on it as far as refilling our Waters but there were a few times where we had two flag somebody down to order something and even to pay Drinks: umm okay they all have great little names, I had the gimlet which was ok but not really strong and not much flavor. But then again gimlets are plain& basic. one of my friends had a drink that was supposed to taste like Peach, it came out very pretty but tastes nothing like Peach. Soooooo. Over all the girls and I had a great time food was 100% amazingwe were there for about two and a half hours some of the girls stepped outside for a second to smoke. They could use some help as far as service and making the drinks taste better and not watered down so I'm going to give them a strong 3.5 and yes I will return! Here's looking to you next time 5 stars! read more

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It feels like you are in Italy! Yes it's a busy restaurant but there's a good reason. The food is amazing! The drinks are incredible. We really felt like we were not in LA. We will be coming back for sure! read more

First of all, Toscana is one of my all time favorite restaurants as I have been going here for over 20 years. I was excited when they opened Bar Toscana as it allowed more space and of course a full bar. This was the first time I have eaten here as I have been for drinks before dinner but never eaten here as Toscana is so awesome. The atmosphere and vibe give off a modern coolness. There is seating at the bar and tables along the window. The menu has awesome meats and cheeses in case you just want starters. The wine menu is impressive and the drink selection is just as great. Hats off to the owners and staff as this bar is well organized and done right. We ordered a bottle of the super tuscan red Bolgheri Podere Sapaio from 2012. For starters we had the tagliere di salami which is a selection of italian salami served with homemade bread sticks and giardiniera to start. We also ordered the burrata speck with stracciatella, green heirloom tomato jam, smoked prosciutto and grilled pretzel bread. Both starters were beyond awesome. For dinner I had the cappaccio piemontese with thin beef fillet carpaccio with marinated artichokes, shaved pecorino and black truffles to start. For dinner I had the mortadella pizza with mozzarella, mortadella, champignon mushrooms, and grilled red onion. Everything was AWESOME!!! Five Stars for awesome Toscana service, absolutely delicious food, and cool atmosphere. I highly recommend trying Bar Toscana! read more

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This place has a great vibe and is a staple in Brentwood! Always a great choice! The service is also quite excellent!

My friend is a regular here and I can definitely see why. The food is great. The drinks are fantastic. The service is outstanding. During our dinner at the bar, many regular patrons came and went and were warmly greeted by our bartender, Robert and the manager, Scott. As far as cocktails go, the Costa Esmeralda is one of the best summer drinks I've ever had. Everything I have eaten here...burrata appetizers, pizza, pasta, steaks and tiramisu have all been great. Bar Toscana is definitely a neighborhood gem. read more

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I used to come here a lot when this place first opened and I loved it. It had been years but I was in the neighborhood and stopped I got a drink. Walking in the foot I was greeted by the gross smell of cleaning solutions. Not great for ambience or the appetite. Other than that it was fine. Smelled it the whole time I was there. Don't plan on going back. read more

Was there for Valentines Day. Food was okay, the portions were small. The menu had a small and unusual selection. Waitress was nice, but the guy behind the bar was too loud. Wouldn't go there again for the food, probably just for a drink at the bar. read more

THE BEST CLASSIC COCKTAILS Usually don't spend time writing reviews, but had to at this point. Wanted to take a moment to compliment the service we received from Robert last evening. We couldn't decide between restaurant or the bar. And I'm so glad we chose to stay at the Bar. We're very satisfied with food,but truly the highlight of the evening was the cocktails that Robert, the bartender, made for us. I appreciate a bartender who does a great job. We were very surprised with the selection of the cocktails , not all of them were on the menu, all he needed to know is what "we like". Honestly??!!! Is there is still a bartender who makes a true classic cocktails perfectly balanced??? Yes!!! Guess what it's Robert at bar Toscana. Well done! We definitely coming back !! read more

Five stars all around for Bar Toscana. The service, drinks, food, and ambiance are all top notch. We sat at the bar on a Sat night and tried the shrimp skewer appetizer, tagliatelle, linguini, and tiramisu - all were delicious! I would recommend Bar Toscana to anyone looking for a nice bar setting for dinner and drinks. read more

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Got here for a night drinking. Pretty dark from outside, a little bit hidden. Fancy brentwood area, they have valet parking on the side street. A little bit small than I thought. It was all full by the time we got there. It was about 9pm on a weekday. We sat at the commu table. The girls next to us were already too drunk and were flirting with the guy sitting in the couch, saying ' you are the kind of man i want'.. really loud. Music is good here. Wine is pricey, exceeding the cocktails for majority of them. I barely see this happens. I hope this indicate their wines are good. Cocktails are about $14, and there is a big selection. Wines are over $15 for most of them. Tried the champagne, a little bitter, but really refreshing. My friend had a dessert wine, which smells like flowers, and tastes like apple. Really sweet. As we were not really hungry, only tried their burrata appetizer. It was good. tasty and fresh. For $15, yes, it is a $$$ bar. I think it is a good place for a drink, for a date, for a second round of the night. read more

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Food is some of the best in LA! The veal meatballs w/peas (not the mini) are out of this world good! The panko crusted Sole a fav too. The spaghetti squash also on our always get list. We order all 3 at least once a week. Delivery comes in sealed bags and never disappoints! Please keep these on the menu forever! Wish they'd bring back the chicken sandwich as that was also a fav. I'd give 10 stars if I could and we love Toscana next door too! read more

Ventured in to Bar Toscana late last night for a night cap. Bar Toscana is an off shoot of Toscana and a very welcome addition to Brentwood. It is a low lit, modern, long bar with several small tables lining up a long window that overlooks Barrington. It is a fantastic place to stop in for a drink while waiting for a table at Toscana, or as a destination for a few drinks and small bites. We did not eat there, but plan on coming back to do so. The bartender was very friendly and extremely busy making hand crafted cocktails. I will update this review in the future, once I have had a chance to eat at Bar Toscana. read more

Bar Toscana - Wine Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Love this place! It is super cute, intimate, chic and sophisticated while being less stuffy than Toscana next door. Sometimes you want to have great food and a cocktail without the razzle dazzle. Ben, our server, was very attentive and gave us great service. We tried the branzino and parpadelle funghi pasta. Both were delicious! We also loved their drinks! I got the Mexican Picante cocktail. I can't wait to go back and try everything else. This place will definitely make it into my regular restaurant rotation. read more

On a pretty average night, I'll go out with my friends and one drink turns into a couple which turns into 'one of those nights' - well last night we were on a mission for a 'just one drink' night, which honestly doesn't happen as often as it should. We were on the hunt for a bar with an adorable decor, a radiant ambiance, friendly service and tasty beverages - great news for us that Bar Toscana is right around the corner and perfectly fit the bill! I got a Sorrento: Tequila, mint, cucumber amazingness :D next time, I'm going to have to ask for the jalapeno infused Tequila, it was already good but this little kick would make it even better! The rest of the cocktail menu looked equally good, so I'll definitely be coming back to try it all - and eventually maybe even the food as well. read more

Bar Toscana - Wine Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Total props for this bar....why? 1) they have purse hooks under the bar (yippeee, love that), 2) they have plugs available to charge your phone assuming you have your charger with you that is a great plus and 3) the drinks were great. I was checking out the margherita pizza the folks next to us were having and it looked scrumptious. Too bad I had just had dinner. Know before you go....they don't have an specific closing time. It depends on how busy it is on week nights, so this night it was busy and they were open late - good for us! Valet parking. They serve food and drinks. They have tables with great window views and plenty of seats at the bar. read more

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Add 20 minutes to whatever time your reservation is. My girlfriend and I had an 8pm reservation, only to be seated at 8:25 and they didn't even offer to comp a drink or an appetizer. I recently had ACL surgery so you can imagine my frustration having to wait and stand for 25 minutes.Wait staff seemed disheveled as we had 3 separate waiters try and take our order. Drink menu was limited as well. Food was good not great. Overall it was a mediocre experience not worth the price. read more

Great place for a quick meal. Nice atmosphere not too loud but lively. The food was simple but very curated: we had a great salad with peas and artichokes, an array of 3 Italian cheeses really special, especially the blue cheese which was not too strong as it usually is. A great strawberry and pickled onion jam was accompanying the cheeses, and the bread was perfect. The pizza was truffle and mozzarella really good flavor combo and nice texture to the dough. Cocktails were also very well done, I got a pear Bellini and my hubby a smoky rye concoction, not too sweet! Will go back again, hoping to get a table in the middle of the action. I recommend to reserve as it's quite busy. read more

Bar Toscana - The salad and cheeses. Breads and jams for the cheese were really special. - Wine Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Toscana/Bar Toscana are generally my go-to places in Brentwood. But I was really disappointed with this visit. The server/bartended did not seem to care at all about our table (two women who are not 20-ish). The olives were very mushy/soft as if they had been sitting in their brine for too long. The pizza was also disappointing - it was soggy when it was served. I want to love Toscana but it's becoming a challenge. I am disappointed. read more

I love this place,a quiet oasis ,beautiful decor,soliticious,staff,comfortable surroundings..and the food. high class nibbles...each one better than the last..you cant go wrong here read more

One Word... YUMMY.. Cocktails were amazing.. Thank you William. Appetizer (the trio) I was back in Italy. The Pasta was perfect. Highly recommend it. read more

Bar Toscana - I think it's called a pearlinni. It's delicious - Wine Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is one of my neighborhood jaunts. I hadn't been in a while, recently made it back in for dinner. I just love the food here. You really can't miss with anything. But on my latest visit I had the spaghetti and clams. Excellent flavor, with a slight spice, fresh clams. Just great. And their Tiramisu is the best in the city, not even a doubt. Try their risotto, very good. They used to have a great pasta dish, orriecchiete with cherry tomatoes. Awesome. Not sure if it's still on the menu, though. read more

This delightful and more casual rendition of Toscana, its neighboring restaurant, is an absolute delight...terrific cocktails, fantastic salads (the piselli and artichoke salads are true standouts!), and an overall thoughtful menu incorporating a variety of "Toscana classics," in addition to a variety of pastas, meats, and fish. Notwithstanding the delicious food, the service was excellent. Ben, our server that night, was engaging, upbeat, efficient, and knowledgeable on all fronts. What an enjoyable night overall in an undeniably cool atmosphere. read more

Not good food. Maybe fine if you like a comforting bowl of pasta (for $28), otherwise avoid.

We had a reservation and were sat promptly- told it was a table it the corner and cramped, but it was valentines so we accepted. We waited bare minimum 20 minutes for drinks. The two tables sat immediately in front of us were done eating before we got our food. Everything was tasty, but the portions were tiny, and not even just for the money. I left still feeling like I could eat. Not what you want for 100 for a drink a piece, an appetizer, and two tiny "entrees". Gets 3 stars for the taste of the food- less for anything else. Won't be back. read more