A Hidden Gem in Wellesley…read more La Toscana's offers a lot more than its facade may suggest. Under the direction of a wonderful new chef, La Toscana's shows what elevated Italian cuisine can be like when care is emphasized from start to finish. We chose to have a milestone birthday celebration at La Toscana's because we had gone there a few weeks prior and were thoroughly impressed. We started the evening with a variety of appetizers including stuffed zucchini flowers, meatballs, and Caesar salads. The stuffed zucchini flowers were an instant favorite at the table-- hot, filled with rich, delicate ricotta, and crunchy on the outside. The meatballs were large, fluffy, perfectly seasoned, and accompanied by the elegant house marinara sauce. The Caesar salad was light and delicious with the welcome addition of sundried tomatoes. We then shared two excellent pizzas-- the margherita for the adults and a cheese for the kids. Both were notable for a crispy thin crust, perfect blend of sweet and tangy marinara, and perfectly balanced cheese. If this weren't great enough, the house-made pasta exceeded expectations. The chef makes the pasta daily and then creates the different types to order right before your very eyes-- in the window of the restaurant. With care and precision, he measures and cuts creating pappardelle, agnolotti, and tortello. Stand-out dishes at the table included the ricotta-filled agnolotti served with a decadent mushroom cream sauce. The pappardelle Bolognese was incredible with the perfect bite to the pasta and a flavorful and balanced meat sauce. The gnocchi with pesto creme is also another dish not to be missed. If you are fortunate enough to strike up a conversation with the chef, you will learn amazing insights into how he thinks about pasta and its preparation as well as his journey to Wellesley. It's a great story! We will certainly be coming back and hope to celebrate more great dinners at La Toscana's.

Decent panini. At a decent price. A few outdoor tables. They actually have waitress service at the…read moreoutdoor tables, so I never actually had to go inside the restaurant. Closed Mondays.

Nicely prepared dishes served by friendly and attentive staff in a modern space accented with…read morecalming ocean blues. The octopus starter was really tender and flavorful, and the halibut over risotto was fresh and perfectly cooked. The coconut panna cotta was creamy, but light and had a good balance of tropical flavors. The only miss for me was the pear mezcal cocktail which was a bit too sweet for my liking, but everything else was spot on. Great quality seafood and overall experience and would happily return when I'm in Wellesley again.

Came in for late lunch on a Sunday. We just missed the brunch (11-3) so it was nice and quiet…read more I know this a seafood restaurant but OMg they have THE best mashed potatoes! Perfectly whipped with the right amount of butter. Get them!! Everything on the menu looked so good it was hard to choose: - crab cakes had a really nice crust on the outside but I wasn't a fan of the shredded crab/stuffing inside. Lump crab would be so much better - we split the mussels which had a flavorful sauce and came with 2 pieces of dense grilled bread - calamari was okay - Love that they do half/full orders for the house made pastas. Shrimp limoncello was the standout out Love the decor and murals on the wall with the cool lighting and outdoor seating - high tops in the bar/low in the restaurant area - booths around the walls Lots of shared parking in Linden Square but it's usually pretty full.

Great food, great service in a nice atmosphere. I can't say…read moreenough good things about Lola's! TONS of gluten free options, frozen and fresh. Most sandwiches can be made gluten free.

Visited Lola's on a friend's suggestion for a weekday lunch recently. We ordered our food (Italian…read moresub, eggplant parm sub) over the phone and it took about 15-20 mins for it to be ready (just enough time to drive over from work and find a seat)! The atmosphere was friendly, you could tell it was a family restaurant by the vibes and the way they treat everyone. The eggplant parm sub looked divine for a vegetarian, and if you're like me looking for a classic Italian sub you don't need to look any further than Lola's for a DELICIOUS lunch in Natick :) make sure to add the hot pepper relish for an extra tasty kick!! Definitely will return and try some more of their menu in the future, and you should too!

Carbonara pasta was ordered with grilled chicken add on... with a root beer…read more Ended up costing 28.62 A bit steep for a take out meal . Ended eating it there Pasta was good, chicken was very good flavors Carbonara sauce was just ok vs. what I have in Boston North end for same dish. Portion was smaller than Boston and more money ? The small piece of bread was supposed to be I guess garlic bread... this was real lame... I was expecting nice garlic, maybe melted cheese and a decent slice or two... real lousy... I wanted better. Tasted bland stale bread dinky piece... I might visit again but not rushing back unless everything Italian related is closed elsewhere.

I ordered the chicken Caesar wrap for lunch and it's the size of a kids hand! I can't believe it…read morefor $16!!!! No flavor or anything

"I've never taken the high road home The old low road seems…read moreto get me there fast" (John Mellancamp) Alta Strada translates into English as "High Road", and as I enjoyed a dinner there with our party of six, I'm very thankful that our road led us there. It's located on Wellesley's bustling Central Avenue, where you'll need to be lucky to grab a parking spot. You'll find a big parking lot behind Central Street to be much more convenient. It's an elegant higher end Italian restaurant with locations also in Fairfax, VA, Washington D.C., Logan Airport, and in Connecticut at Foxwoods Casino. Service was impeccable with numerous checkbacks and beverage refills. Our table started off with an excellent Garlic Bread appetizer with Spicy Tomato Basil Dipping Sauce ($12) and Nonna's Meatballs with Spicy Tomato Sauce, Ricotta, and Parmesan ($16). I really loved the meatballs! My wife and I split an Arugula Salad with Shaved Mushrooms, Truffles, and Parmesan cheese ($15). It was a large lightly dressed portion that was refreshing and very tasty. Believe me when I say that half a portion was plenty. I ordered an Allagash White and was surprised when it came out as a 16-ounce can and one of the coldest frosted Pilsner glasses I ever ran into ! My wife's entrée was Mama Zecca's Eggplant with San Marzano Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Parmesan, and a ton of Broccoli Aglio Olio ($29). I ordered the Fedelini Vongole with Manilla Clams, Cherry Tomatoes, Lemon and Parsley over pasta ($29), but a few minutes after I ordered it our server told us it has been sold out. That was the only demerit I saw with the service, I wish I'd have been told when I ordered. Instead, I pivoted to the Rigatoni alla Buttera with Italian Fennel Sausage, Fresh Peas, and Creamy Tomato Sauce over pasta ($29). Fantastic! The two children in our party went with an Individual 6 Slice 12" Cheese Pizza 12" ($17) and side orders of Grilled Chicken Breast ($12) and Grilled Shrimp ($13). When we walked in for our early dinner, Alta Strada wasn't too crowded. By the time we left, it was pretty much jam packed. We had an excellent experience.

I really liked this restaurant. Good Italian option in Wellesley. I appreciated that the menu was…read morevery vegetable heavy and had a large variety of options other than just pasta. The eggplant parm was great and my boyfriend really liked his pasta with peas and sausage. Service was great as well. Employees very accommodating and friendly. Nice ambiance too. Great for any occasion and would be a nice family or date night spot.

Firstly I will admit I've eaten Italian food in their dining room and bar area years ago…read more This is my first review of any restaurant not that in person dining wasn't excellent I'm just not the person who does this. I ordered a NY Strip Steak through a delivery service and FINALLY found a good cut and a chef that knew how to treat it! it was SUPERB. Thank you for your obvious talent and I enjoyed that so very much!

We've lived in Wayland for years and regret taking so long to try The Villa. We decided to try it…read moreout during Musical Bingo. Our kids enjoyed a pepperoni & bacon pizza. We loved the Villa Haddock and the Parmigiana Combo. We also enjoyed our cocktails: a spicy margarita and a dark cherry Manhattan. Peggy provided excellent service. The vibe was cozy and clean. We'll be back soon and often!

This is mediterranean cuisine restaurant located in Wellesley Center…read more Plenty of parking. Also note that this place is first come first serve, No reservations! The service was excellent, waitstaff would check periodically to make sure everything was okay! We order pretty much all appetizers and that was enough to fill our palate and did not even have to order entrees. The apps were like regular meals! The food was delicious and filling! We had Hummus, Tzatziki ,Calarmari, lamb beyti & chicken kebabs , steamed mussels and chopped salad with shrimp! The home made Pita was nice and warm and cut so you can dip it into the hummus and Tzatziki. We also used the pita to dip into the Mussels sauce too! Everything was cooked to perfection! Prices were very reasonable $$ We would definite come again! You should also try theie other restaurant in Waltham & Needham, they are also very good!

Been here many times and they never disappoint. The dips, the short ribs, the schnitzel and the…read moredrinks are all to die for. Love the cool atmosphere and hospitality too

I am a long time resident of Natick, but only recently had an opportunity to try Agostino's…read more Unfortunately, it was horrendous, and I would encourage everyone to stay away. We read the reviews regarding bad customer service and the way they treat their employees and child customers so decided to order takeout. My son has significant allergies so I ordered a plain burger with nothing on it-Mgehan took my order. When we picked up the food and got it home, the burger was slathered with melted cheese and grilled onions/peppers. I immediately called the restaurant and spoke with Ella and request requested either credit or a replacement dish. She spoke with the manager/owner, Zee who said that they could make another burger and we could come and pick it up in 20 minutes, but we would be charged the full amount even though it was their fault. I said that's not acceptable and I would be happy to return the food and they could credit me or replace it, but she said no. I told her that I would dispute the charge with AMEX and she said go right ahead. AMEX will handle this now. This is not the customer service you expect when you're paying with your heart earned cash. Wonder what they would have done if we were actually eating there and they brought the wrong food to our table? Stay away from this restaurant if you value your money and respect your dignity. Obviously, we will not be returning and will warn our friends. Update: Just wanted to give a quick update regarding my post. Zee, the owner/manager of the restaurant, called me today as he read my post online. He apologized profusely for the miscommunication and confusion regarding our order and wanted to make it right. He offered me a full credit for the meal. I swung by the restaurant today to meet with him personally and he was again apologetic. He issued me a gift card above and beyond the value of our entire meal. I encouraged him to read the reviews posted and address them for the benefit of his restaurant, customers, and staff. Wanted to let you all know that we can make a difference and appreciate all the input. Cheers!

Lovely ambiance. Great food. Goid crowd. Lotsa parking . In historic Natick center. Welcimoming.read more

Messy meatball sandwich Cold, nothing to write home…read moreabout... Need a pile of napkins, a bib or a loose meatball to fall onto my pants is a 8 buck dry cleaning

I have good food in the past but tonight's order is sub-par at best…read more First the wrong pizza was sent Second the proper pizza had almost no bacon. Third the Lasagna was not as it use to be. Over all not impressed.

A great family owned business. Incredible quality and quantity for an exceptionally fair price…read more Family vibes when walking into the restaurant. They will remember you from your first visit. Coffee is also fresh and great tasting. You can't beat the service and an amazing way to support a local business!

Great little place for breakfast. I ordered the Western Omelet. It was great. My son ordered the…read moreFrench Toast. It was his favorite. Not a fancy place but the service was friendly and food came out fast. Recommend