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    Toscano

    3.9 (560 reviews)
    ModerateItalian
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Dressy

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    Lauren T.

    I've been here twice now and have enjoyed it both times! The wine list is incredible, with tons of great options at really reasonable price points. The bread is always hot and fresh, which is a must for me at an Italian restaurant. My favorite thing about this place is that you can order "halves" of any pasta, so you can try two different pastas without committing to a huge portion of one. We absolutely love the rigatoni sausage truffle pasta -- it's easily my favorite dish here! We usually substitute the rigatoni for a different noodle, and it's perfect every time. The veal was probably my least favorite. It was pretty thick and wasn't crispy enough for my liking. Overall, a great spot for a fresh Italian meal, especially if you want to try a few different pastas and pair them with a good bottle of wine!

    Grilled Calamari
    Lila K.

    The atmosphere in Toscano was both elegant and cozy. The light was a dim candlelit ambiance. The Falagina and Nebiolo were great sipping wines pairing well with the scallops and eggplant parmigiana respectively. The bread for the table was surprisingly tasty and fluffy with a fantastic olive oil. Our waiter Miles was very considerate and cognizant that we were rushing off to the show at the ART. The chefs easily accommodated my dairy allergy and made the scallops without butter. It was a very generous portion with the scallops being slightly seared, topped with shredded leeks, and a large heap of sautéed spinach in the center all swimming in a white wine sauce. It was delicious with many flavors, textures, and pleasantly light. Unfortunately the tagliatelle was disappointingly salty. The calamari were good, a bit chewy. The eggplant parmigiana was cooked well, soft and minimally breaded, although not very large it was in a pretty deep dish and since it is rich it could easily be an entree. It was a great experience nevertheless, very efficient and a nice vibe. The place was full even for a Wednesday night.

    Pizza
    Kit D.

    Came here with my roommate and girlfriend for a fancy Saturday evening dinner. Service was fantastic, food was great, and the vibes were awesome. This is a great option for Italian food in Cambridge, located on the outskirts of Harvard Square. We made a reservation and were seated right away, started the night off with a charcuterie platter with various sliced meats (salami, soppressata, prosciutto), cheeses, and olives. It was fantastic, though a bit on the pricey end. For our main course, my girlfriend and I split the gnocchi and the soppressata pizza. The gnocchi was cooked perfectly, super soft and flavorful. The tomato sauce was good in flavor, but was a bit on the watery side. The cheese in the dish was great, not overwhelming at all. The pizza was just okay, the crust was a bit chewy and the sauce was watery again. The soppressata was absolutely delicious atop the pizza. Overall, this is a solid option for Italian food if you're in the area, but if you have the means, definitely hit up the North End for the real deal.

    Spaghetti Pomodoro
    Joy G.

    Not bad - I liked the dressy/quiet atmosphere where you can actually hear the person from across the table. It's a solid place for a sit-down lunch or dinner in the Harvard area, plus relatively abundant street parking. Food-wise, the spaghetti pomodoro I ordered was all right. Good-sized portion and presentation but in terms of flavor, the dish was lacking ... something. I can't quite put my finger on it. It's a simple pasta dish that relies heavily on the quality of the tomato sauce. I found the spaghetti too much on the dry side and in desperate need of the grated cheese and basil and the black pepper I added. All in all, if you're looking for a lighter pasta on the menu, I'd suggest this one but I liked my friend's spaghetti vongole much more. Overall, just okay; I'd come back to try some of the other dishes like the scallops and white chocolate/blueberry tart.

    Rigatoni norcina
    Bridget L.

    Came for Dine Out Boston! Their lunch menu was a good deal at $36 since normal entrees are already around $30. Pasta and desserts were the best parts of the meal. Good service and upscale casual environment. * Apps: salmone affumicato, panzanella salad. The salmon was nicely smoked but a bit boring. Panzanella was meh but I generally don't like salads. * Entrees: rigatoni norcina, veal scaloppini. The rigatoni was perfectly al dente with the yummiest truffle cream sauce. SKIP the veal--so chewy and weird, almost like dog food. * Desserts: torta di mirtilli, panna cotta. Both nice but I preferred the panna cotta.

    Melanzane Parmigiana
    Ti W.

    One of the best Italian restaurant in the Boston area! The risotto was very moist and full of mushroom. Highly recommend the pizza. The decoration was like walking into a small Tuscan wine cellar. It's very suitable for celebration and friend gathering.

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    My new favorite spot in Harvard Square, classy and the food is quite good. The Panna Cotta is absolutely delicious!

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    Stopped here after work to meet up with a friend, and loved this spot! Parking was relatively easy…read moreon the street a block away. We were seated immediately (with reservation). We shared the arancini and some bread to lap up that sauce - those were absolutely delicious! My husband and I then shared a pizza, which I shamefully forgot to photograph, and the carbonara (which was fun to mix in my own egg). Overall, it was a good and service was quick. I enjoyed the vibes and could see this being a great happy hour spot for locals.

    We've been coming to Posto for the past three years, mostly at their original location, and it was…read moreone of our favorite spots. The old space felt warm, charming, and welcoming, and the food was consistently great. Since the move, we've tried giving the new location a fair chance and have visited three times. Unfortunately, the overall experience just hasn't been the same. The atmosphere feels much more corporate and lacks the warmth and character that made the original location special. Several menu items have changed, prices have increased significantly, and the food hasn't been as memorable as it once was. The biggest disappointment has been the service. During our most recent visit on a Friday night while my sister was in town, the service was noticeably poor. It felt like our server was simply going through the motions and didn't want to be there. Everyone has off days, but when you're paying premium prices for a night out, you expect at least a friendly and attentive experience. We typically enjoy supporting restaurants and are happy to tip generously when the service reflects the experience. Unfortunately, this visit fell far short of expectations. After several attempts to give the new location a chance, we've decided this will likely be our last visit. It's disappointing because we genuinely loved Posto for many years and had hoped the new location would capture some of what made the original so special.

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    Stopped in at Ciao today after grocery shopping. We were seated quickly and comfortably, the staff…read morewere quite welcoming and attentive. Picked the Salsiccia pizza to split between us (and a poached pear and cannoli for dessert). First, the atmosphere is great! Inviting, with great views of Ball Square and the amazing pizza oven. The pizza arrived at the perfect temperature and quickly (we learned later that a pizza spends less than couple minutes in the oven due to how blisteringly hot it gets). Great flavor and composition to the pizza -- the sausage was extremely flavorful and there was just enough cheese. The dough is top notch, with just the right amount of chew! The poached pear and cannoli were excellent. Not too sweet with sufficient complexity. Very, very nice. My fiancé chatted with the staff and learned more about the location and the pizza oven (I mean, it's just too cool to not ask to see more closely). Great service, fantastic food. Will certainly return and I now feel remiss that we hadn't yet been.

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    Tonight I went with a friend to one of the restaurants they have been to before and the food was…read moredelicious and very tasty. We started off with an appetizer that was one of the specials and we really enjoyed! The bread that was served to our table was moist and melted in our mouths. Our main entree was also very enjoyable too. The service we received was excellent and there was many people coming over to check that we had everything we needed and took the time to have nice conversations with too. It was nice that they talked about family members and little things about themselves. It was an enjoyable conversation and the ambiance felt like we had traveled to one of the places to eat in Italy. The atmosphere was relaxing and comfortable too. Had a wonderful experience here and I will return again.

    Today was my mom's Birthday. I requested that for dessert, Happy birthday written with candles…read more Reminded manager, that what ever dessert my moms asks for to follow email request, but then the waiter brought some simple pie, that my mom didn't ask for, with nothing written and a candle not lit up. Waiters excuse was "i don't have a way to light it, sorry". This is totally appalling and insulting, told him take this back, not paying for this, you ruined my mom's surprise bday. No one came and said sorry for mistake, told staff and they didn't even try to make it up. Worst service i ever experienced and food wasn't even that good. Also they forgot my 2nd app, they said i never asked for it, which is a lie Blake Bettencourt

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    3.6 miNorth End
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    Let me get the one negative I have about this place out of the way - NO AC!…read moreIf you happen to want to try Giacomo's, make sure it isn't humid or overwhelming hot like how it was for my family and I, otherwise you will be suffocating. I felt horrible for the chefs in the back and the staff who were working amidst the flames in that heat for hours, wow. However... given the circumstance and the appropriate weather, Giacomo's might just be one of the most scenic and atmospheric spots in all of Boston's Little Italy in the North End. I can promise you, if you're looking for good quality Italian food with no fillers in portioning or shortcuts in meal quality and preparation - Giacomo's is for you. Some of the best bites of food I've had in recent memory from any place I've been to period! The joint and the staff have such class and professionalism, it's an experience all to itself. I will be back next time to sample more of their delicious and famous seasonal menu items and wine pairings. Cash only spot as of right now and I'm unsure if they plan on changing it, so be mindful of that.

    **Cash ony/ First come first serve**…read more Delicious Italian food, note the portions are large. Ordered bruschetta, meatballs and clam chowder for apps, clam linguine, lobster fra diavolo and penne bolognese - and everything was really good. Sauces are made in house and you have the option to pick your pasta, sauce and seafood option or select from an extensive menu. Food was flavorful and came out piping hot. Service was friendly and efficient. We were seated downstairs and ambiance was casual. Cash only and they have an ATM machine inside. First come first serve, lines can look imidating but moved pretty fast. Overall, if you are looking for delicious Italian food Giacomo's is a solid option.

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