Serving food lovers since 2006, Toscano is a phenomenal steakhouse in Bordentown where the executive chef combines old-world cooking with new-world flair. A cozy bar area greets customers if you want to grab a drink while waiting to be seated. They also offer upstairs seating, rounding out a welcoming and highly professional atmosphere that has stood the test of time.   THE FOOD * Bread Service: The bread arrived with a tasty honey, chive, thyme, salt, and pepper butter, which was a nice touch. * Kumamoto Oysters: Ice cold and refreshing. They were complemented with cocktail sauce, watermelon mignonette, and fresh grated horseradish. * Crab Salad Special: Served in a martini glass. It featured cold, chilled crab marinated with tequila, triple sec, and lime, carefully laid on a bed of avocado mousse with an Old Bay-lined rim. Delicious and refreshing during a hot summer evening. * Tri-Color Beet Salad: A roasted beet and citrus salad with whipped ricotta and a pistachio honey vinaigrette that provided rich bites. * New York Strip: Sourced from Allen Brothers in Chicago. A showstopper with excellent crust and beef flavor. We ordered the Au Poivre sauce, which was tasty, but the steak was so good on its own that I ended up using the sauce for my sides! * 14 oz Center Cut Filet: Also sourced from Allen Brothers. Tender as expected with a wonderfully executed crust. * French Bordeaux Wines: We ordered the Chateau Loudenne Medoc and the Chateau De Sales Pomerol. Both were tasty, medium-to-full-bodied, and served as excellent accompaniments to the steaks. * Tuna Special: Nicely seared tuna served over vegetables and udon noodles. * Limoncello Pistachio Tiramisu: Very light and a nice end to the meal. * Kentucky Butter Cake: Served in a cast-iron pot with vanilla ice cream. Yummy and rich.   THE SERVICE Our server, Gene, has been with the restaurant for 8 years and provided exceptional service. He was knowledgeable about the menu and offered excellent recommendations, pointing out standout options like the pastrami-dusted bone-in filet and the 45-day aged tomahawk topped with a root beer bourbon bacon compound butter.   OVERALL A great steakhouse experience with a highly professional staff and a kitchen that flawlessly executes high-quality steaks. Excellent for special occasions or an upscale business dinner. read more

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We enjoyed a bunch of appetizers to start! The beat salad is always my favorite refresh and delicious Our table also enjoyed the Giant or ravioli and the meatballs. Everything is magnificent here and cooked fresh. I also enjoyed my lobster. Ravioli was magnificent and plentiful and I actually had to bring some of it home with me because we had a lot of snacking going on. Very thankful to the hard-working staff to take care of us so well. Everything was delicious and hot and the staff is really magnificent. read more

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This is the greatest restaurant in the area by far. Unfortunately, their prices increase significantly every month. $21 for soup? $24 for calamari? I am a loyal customer but can no longer validate the monthly price increases. It's a matter of principle. I will no longer have dinners. Lunches are still an option but not sure how long. Thankfully, other options are opening in Hamilton. You can always pull from your kids college fund or have your pay direct deposited to Toscano's for future use. read more

We ate at Toscano to celebrate our 15th anniversary, which I noted when I made the reservation. During dinner, the couple at the table next to us was also celebrating their anniversary, and the server brought them complimentary champagne and congratulated them. Our anniversary was never mentioned, which was a little disappointing after seeing that. However, the food was excellent and the service was very good. Dinner for two was around $400. We had a great meal and were well taken care of. We've been here about five times and will be back, but I wish the restaurant had been more consistent in recognizing special occasions for all guests. Frankly, we came here instead of Stone Terrace because they were closed due to the July 4th holiday. read more

Hey now. Food is fantastic. BUT went on a Sunday for lunch and was told the lunch menu was not available on Sundays. It should say that on their website. So if you want one of their great sandwiches/ burgers for lunch on a Sunday, not happening. Great food. Nice looking place read more

Not knowing the area very well and wanting to forego the fast food options we chanced upon this place. It appears that on most days , reservations are needed to get in here. That's a great sign because you know it'll be good. We were lucky as walk ins to get in. My best guess is because it was around 4:30 pm and two days after Christmas. George ( waiter) was friendly and thorough. My head was already spinning with the menu then George rattles off the specials. We decided on the lobster sliders and the 54 day aged Tomahawk for two. The sliders were amazing and the Tomahawk Steak was accompanied with a root beer , bourbon, bacon compound butter. The steak was so soft and the melted butter yumminess just took our culinary palates to a different level. The hubster chose the Kentucky butter cake (George didn't even hesitate when recommending this as his personal favorite) I usually have my own favorites, but I sometimes like to try things that I've never seen on any menu before. The pistachio lemon tiramisu was so light, airy and refreshing. You know how you sometimes pick something then you end up liking what the other person selected more? Not me. Not today. I stayed in my lane it was sooo good! read more

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Food was absolutely amazing. Loved the ambiance and atmosphere, such a cozy and intimate space. Service was excellent. Definitely will be going back!! read more

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Several of my clients raved about this local spot how good the steak is. The bone in ribeye was amazing & the chicken parm was immaculate. Every side we ordered was packed with flavor. The customer service was great as well, they were very knowledgeable and pleasant, will for sure be back. It was a very clean and cozy environment, giving a small and intimate dining experience! read more

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Stopped in for lunch with a party of four. Our lunch orders were delectable and reasonably priced. The only draw back was our less than enthusiastic waiter. He definitely did not want to be there. Three not four stars because of lackluster service. read more

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Very good overall experience, great steak and veal parmesan. Bacon appetizer fell short as did the spinach with garlic. The French onion potatoes were wonderful as was the bread pudding. Will surely be back. The pace has a great vibe and the service was decent. read more

If you're looking for a truly unforgettable meal, Toscano in Bordentown, NJ is the kind of place that sets the bar. I finally got to try it after hearing rave reviews, and let me tell you--it absolutely lived up to the hype. Yes, it's a bit pricey, but the flavors, the quality, and the whole experience are worth every penny. This isn't food you can recreate at home. The service was incredibly fast and attentive, without ever feeling rushed. Our server knew the menu inside and out and helped guide us to what ended up being one of the best meals I've had in a long time. Let's talk food. The root beer pork chop--I'm still thinking about it. This is no ordinary pork chop. It was so tender I could almost cut it with a fork, and somehow, it was juicier than any steak I've had. The flavor was out of this world--sweet, smoky, and savory in perfect harmony. Paired with a side of their French Onion Soup, heaven is right around the corner with this combo. If you go, do not skip this. That said, the steaks here are also incredible--some of the best you'll find within a 30-minute drive, easy. They come out sizzling on a 500-degree plate, perfectly seared and full of bold, beefy flavor from their in-house dry aging. And then... the butter cake. I honestly think it might be the best dessert I've ever had. It comes out warm, with a creamy, cinnamon-kissed richness that's so intense, it's almost too decadent to eat alone. (But that didn't stop me from trying.) Because Toscano is that good, it gets busy--so definitely make a reservation if you're planning ahead. If not, the bar area is a great backup for a more casual visit, and the food is just as amazing. Bottom line: Toscano is worth the trip, the price, and the planning. It's that kind of special-occasion place that delivers every single time. read more

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Dinner at Toscano was delish! Toscano is a quaint resturant and was decorated so cute for the holiday season! The staff were so lovely! Our waiter was so helpful and accommodating when navigating through the menu. The mood in the restaurant is definitely a more elevated feel with dim lighting and white tablecloths. This resturant is perfect for a holiday dinner with family, date night or even an event to take clients for work! I came with my fiancé and parents and we all really enjoyed! This Italian steakhouse had such delicious and unique appetizers like their Italian Eggrolls and Bacon Dusted Calamari. The eggrolls were stuffed with broccoli rabe, sausage, and provolone over a white bean bruschetta. I was OBSESSED with these eggrolls. I honestly could've had a few! The appetizer came with 4 so everyone was able to have one. The calamari was also tasty with a sweet and sour sauce pesto aioli over top! I liked the sauce but it was a bit smokey. Overall really enjoyed the appetizers! For our entrees we ordered the spicy vodka chicken parm over their homemade cavatelli pasta, Root beer Glazed French cut Pork chop, the house made cavatelli and chicken francese with mashed potatoes and asparagus. My favorites were the chicken francaise and the house made cavatelli! Their homemade pasta is so delish and I loved all the sauces the dishes were in! All the desserts looked phenomenal but I was way too full by the end of this meal to have any! Definitely would recommend this spot, you will certainly not be disappointed! read more

Toscano Ristorante - Homemade pasta - Italian Near Me - Bordentown, New Jersey

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I love a good steak. I've visited some supposed top 10 steakhouses. The 35 day dry aged ribeye was the best steak I've had in my 65 years. Better than Miami, Denver and Chicago. I'll go looking for anything as good, but not likely! read more

Toscano's in Bordentown continues to be a standout dining experience, delivering excellence with every visit. We are there at least once a month. Last night was no exception. we ordered their tomahawk steak for two, cooked to a perfect medium rare. The steak was tender, juicy, and packed with flavor--the dry-aged process added a rich depth that truly set it apart. Although my favorite is still the 45 days porterhouse. I guess old habit is hard to break. For appetizers, we started with the truffle ravioli as usual, which was decadently creamy with a robust truffle essence that lingered in a good way. Each bite was a rich, flavorful treat. The lobster pot pie was equally impressive, first time having this, didn't know what to expect, we were glad we got it. The pot pie offered a buttery, flaky crust that gave way to a luscious filling of tender lobster and a perfectly seasoned sauce, almost like a bisque but not as rich. Honestly, you could've have that as your dinner. But good dish to share as app. Toscano's never disappoints, consistently delivering both exceptional food and warm, attentive service. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just enjoying a great meal, this is a place that always exceeds expectations. Highly recommend! Go now. read more

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The food here is very good. My husband actually quietly proposed to me here during dinner one night. The roasted bone marrow with crostini was delicious. I am not sure if it's always on the menu, but if you can catch it when it's on special, it is phenomenal. I am knocking a star off because that night they served my steak with lobster sauce without any indication on the menu. I am allergic to lobster, thankfully not severely. We informed the server and they remade the dish. We have been back a couple times since, mainly for lunch and the food has been very good. read more

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The service was outstanding, however I ordered the porterhouse for two and it had massive amount of fat , this steak cost over $150.00 so I was expecting a better piece of meat , I also think the dessert options are very poor. The ambiance was good but I do not think I would like to come back read more

FANTASTIC Dinner and Experience. This place has been on our bucket list for a while now, friends had recommended it, we had eaten at other places around it; we finally had the perfect night to get away from the kids on our 8th Anniversary. I'm so glad we did. Cozy, dim lit, and intimate, it has the upscale feel, with the small town vibe. Awesome bar area backed up by two-tier seating on the way to the kitchen. In the kitchen, the chef and staff are cooking up some amazing dishes and specials. It was very hard to decide because all the options sounded great! (Who am I kidding I knew I was getting a steak, it's a STEAKhouse!) For apps we went with the specials: Squash Blossoms with I believe a romesco (red pepper) sauce, and they were delicious! We also did the Tuna app special :crispy rice cake, tuna (rare), Avocado, Wasabi, tobiko...Amazing...my wife ate 1.5 and she doesn't like tuna, it was that good. Dinner was my dry aged ribeye cooked rare+ (I left it to the chef to do their magic) it was like butter, barely had to chew it, so flavorful. They bring it out on a searing plate with garlic, butter, and rosemary, baste it, and let it rest table side before serving it. I was salivating in anticipation. Unfortunately my picture came out blurry but there are others in yelp for reference. My wife (not a steak person) got the crab pappardelle with asparagus and spinach in I believe a white wine sauce. It was really good, she loved it, but I came for steak. She even tried my steak and said "wow, that's really good." Dessert we opted for flourless chocolate cake with berries and peanut butter ice cream. Probably our toughest decision of the night, lol. It was good, but I really want to get tiramisu next time, all the desserts looked great. Drinks were on point- pomegranate margarita and dirty gin martini. Great spot to celebrate an occasion or just get a really nice upscale dinner. Check them out. read more

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I came here for the first and last time tonight. Even a place that consistently does well still needs to continue good customer service and Toscano fully failed to meet that tonight. The food was good and I enjoyed my center cut filet, however the after experience was rather unpleasant. I ordered some meals to go for family members at home, one meal specifically being the 28 day boneless strip which I both spoke out and pointed on the menu. However, once arriving home my brother, who frequents this restaurant quite often, immediately said that they sent home the wrong steak. Instead, they sent home the 28 day Kansas City bone in sirloin, a totally different steak. He was very upset because that isn't what he ordered. I called the restaurant and asked to speak with the manager who instantly made the situation worse. He was unkind, rude and not once did he apologize. He first said "we don't have a boneless 28 day strip" to which I said it's right here on your menu. He then stated that "the only difference between those two steaks is the bone" which is again incorrect as one is a sirloin and one is a strip steak. How a manager of a restaurant who specializes in steaks that are aged in-house doesn't know the difference between those two steaks nor knows the menu of the restaurant is beyond me. Again, no apology was given at any moment. He instead said to me, "the one steak you got is more money anyway." to which I once again had to correct him in that they are both $62. He then stated, "so they're both the same price then what is the problem" and I was shocked that I actually had to tell him that the price doesn't matter it's that he got a steak he didn't order. If he wanted the other steak he would've ordered it. He verbatim said to me, "well I don't know what you want me to do." And I said well I'm not sure but the person I specially ordered this for isn't happy because he looked forward to this steak all night. He finally said he would make the right one and my brother can come give the other one back and pick the new one up. Either that or if I came in again I would get a free dessert, but it was clear as day he was brushing me off to get me off the phone since he knew full well I'd never come back. Again, the issue here wasn't just the incorrect steak given but the way I was treated by the manager (I believe he said his name was John if I'm not mistaken.) My brother picked the steak up, gave the other one back which they took and I assume threw in the garbage to be wasted, and not one apology was said to my brother. The manager didn't even come over to him. No one even attempted to make us feel better for the trouble we went through and the 40+ minute round trip drive to come back for the correct steak. What a disgrace. My brother has purchased over 30 steaks from this restaurant over the past several years and it was his special go to spot for a good steak. However, they lost him as a customer and my entire family. I'll continue going to The Capital Grill and Caffe Aldo Lamberti for good food and steaks. Remember, a successful business will never stop treating customers with kindness just because they think they have enough business to lose a few and still succeed. What a terrible experience. read more

Toscano Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Bordentown, New Jersey

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Sunday, March 15, 2026. I have heard good things about it saying the food was fabulous. Personally the food wasn't fabulous but that really wasn't the issue. The second time I've been there and the bartender is a real wise ass. He listens to your conversations and then comments on them to everybody in the restaurant at the bar. Rude and uncooperative and I'm not that difficult of a person to deal with, but I thought I would just mention it second time I've been there in the same thing. I'll never go there again. read more

Service was amazing if you sit upstairs it is loud so make sure to sit downstairs. Food was mediocre. A lot of sauces and attempts to be eclectic that just weren't on point for me.one and done for me. Check it out though alot of people love it. read more

Excellent service and food. Both tomahawk and porterhouse are cooked perfectly to the temperature we requested. Great tenderness and juicy steaks . The mashed potatoes that came with the steaks are super tasty! I Highly recommend this place:) read more

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Just ok- service was good, but the food was just ok. We got burrata as an appetizer and it really came with so much tomato and the tiniest ball of burrata, it felt very much not worth it. The filet mignon came with burgundy wine Demi glace sauce on top that just overpowered the taste of the meat so much that I really didn't enjoy it at all. The 35 day aged rib eye was good but with how much everything else just was subpar, I probably wouldn't go back. read more

Toscano Ristorante - Rib eye and filet mignon - Italian Near Me - Bordentown, New Jersey

Never disappoints. Food was awesome, drinks are awesome, service is awesome. The atmosphere was great too. I'm a repeat visitor and look forward to my next visit read more

We finally tried this place after hearing so many good recommendations. The place is charming. Luckily it wasn't too crowded and was able to make a last minute lunch reservation. Keith the server was amazing! I just have one negative comment - the floor is extremely slippery. It was raining today so not sure if that's the reason. I had the pumpkin bisque and it was delicious. Tasted like pumpkin pie. The spices were on point. It was very filling. Almost too filling. I had the shrimp risotto special. The risotto had lump crab meat and fresh sweet corn and pancetta. It came with 4 decent sized grilled shrimp. It was a nice sized portion for lunch. Could barely finish it after the soup. My husband had the pescatore with fra diavolo sauce. Angel hair pasta with a ton of seafood. I tried a piece of calamari and the sauce was way too spicy for me. He enjoyed it. read more

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I would rate it a 3 star because the food took 3 hours to arrive and same with the appetizers and the main food wasn't that good

This restaurant was recommended to us to celebrate our anniversary: All seemed well orders went well and drinks came in a timely manner and so did the apps. I found it odd that no bread was offered but looked around and didn't see anyone else with bread so I just thought it was not a thing. I ordered a 14oz steak medium. My wife ordered salmon. Both plates came out together. I let my steak sit a few mins then cut it in half. It was raw in a big portion of the middle like it might have been frozen when thrown on the grill. It was a good wait for the waitress to come back to tell her so I insisted my wife eat her food so it didn't get cold. When I informed the waitress she sent the steak back. By the time the food came back out my wife was done her food. Imagine being at a "SteakHouse" and they can't cook a steak to intended temperature- So to my surprise they recooked my steak. Now when I opened it the whole thing was charred and now cooked well. I said I was no longer interested and asked for the check. Just that simple. The waitress insisted the manager come over. That's where it went south fast. He was quite defensive and Right in our faces telling us he has been sending steaks to get recooked for 18 years. In the convo he started pointing in my wife's face and getting close to her. I did tell him to get out of her face at that point. Then we see other tables getting bread and ask why we didn't get bread. He seemed surprised. Then he said while walking away he would take the steak off the bill. We both replied "we didn't even eat any of the steak" He said "Really" I assume he thought I had eaten the steak and wanted it free. That's the only reason I think a person would act that way. But no matter what he should not of acted that way and should never reheat a steak. Any steak person should know it ruins the steak. But what do I know I am not a steak house. Regardless it came out well done after it came out rare. So I again asked for the check and then the waitress said no there is not a bill. I assume because he knew he was wrong. I said no I want to pay for what we had. She still said no and gave us 2 desserts. As we walked out the manager looked at us and didn't say a word. I guess this is acceptable behavior as I did some research and said manager has done similar before. read more

The food choices were amazing! Can't wait to go back and try some more options! Staff was wonderful, attentive and knowledgeable. Atmosphere was cozy on a cold winter's night. No complaints. Highly recommend read more

We went on a Monday night to celebrate a birthday. The restaurant is on the main Bordentown restaurant strip. I've heard that this is one of the better steaks in the area. For a starter, we shared the pear vinegarette salad which was enough to share. It was very tasty where you could taste the sour vinegar, sweet pear, and salt. Great balance. For the main, we ordered a porterhouse steak medium, with garlic mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. The steak was cooked to medium rare which was fine. The char on the steak was perfect! My only suggestion would be slightly more salt. Overall, steak was 8/10. But it was cooked like Peter Luger, broiled and served in butter. The sides were excellent and I would say 9.5/10. We got olive oil cake and tiramisu for dessert. Both were just ok, probably a 6.5/10. I would definitely go back. Wait staff were attentive and great. read more

Toscano Ristorante - porterhouse steak - Italian Near Me - Bordentown, New Jersey

Disappointed. This place is hit or miss for me. I've had great experiences here and terrible ones. Depends on the service. Tonight was frustrating. Food quality was mid. Clams casino was terrible. Tiny clams with a burnt piece of bacon. The Caesar salad was excellent. My wife liked her cacio Pepe with truffles. My veal chop parm was just ok. My issue was the drinks. As soon as I sat down, she wanted my drink order and I ordered the house made sangria she talked about before I even looked at the menu. I quickly realized I didn't want it. It's a small place. I flagged her down and she told me it was too late to change it. I let it sit on the table full the entire dinner. She did not comment, ask or offer to swap it and it remained on the bill. If you are charging a premium price, you have to give a premium experience. She knew I didn't want the drink. read more

Food was excellent. Prices are high. The restaurant itself is very cramped. Tables are right next to each other and one chair was right up against the wall. Very loud so conversation was difficult. Parking is impossible. There is valet across the street but nothing on the website and the signage is lacking. The waitress and bus people cleared the table from everyone around me while I was finishing my dinner! Was very uncomfortable. Not sure if we would go back. Tasty but uncomfortable and inconvenient. read more

amazing, heard amazing things, finally got to go and was not disappointed. pricey but definitely worth it, no question. servers are amazing and well versed on the menu it was honestly impressive what they have to remember. ONLY thing i would change is i wish the specials were written because the list they have to repeat is so long that i had forgotten half of them by the time it was over. but regardless what i got was amazing. read more

Toscano Ristorante - flourless chocolate cake - Italian Near Me - Bordentown, New Jersey

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One of my favorite restaurants. Appetizers, salads, pastas, fish & steaks are all incredible. There is something for everyone. Great place! read more

Every year for my two friends birthday we come and enjoy it here. We always have such a big, loud group but our waitress everytime is always so patient and and friendly to all of us and always recommends the best wine and food choices. My friends absolutely love the steak since thats what always keeps them coming back but recently we have tried other options on the menu and wow did none of it disappoint! The glazed root beer pork chop was delicious- from the glaze, to being cooked perfectly and being paired with the whipped sweet potato underneath. Yum! Another item on the menu you need to try is the angel hair with crab meat and asparagus covered in this addicting champagne broth. I couldn't even stop eating it! Great place for a nice dinner. read more

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The food is excellent. The service is outstanding. The restaurant is a very pretty place. I recommend going there. Especially for a special dinner. read more

Always a terrific experience at Toscano. We called same day, hoping for a last minute reservation to celebrate my dad's retirement. We took the 8:30 reservation gladly! Upon walking in, this place was buzzing. You could tell guests were enjoying themselves and I appreciated that tables were not on top of each other, despite the small space. The wait staff was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive. The specials all sounded impressive and we chose the tuna tartare appetizer, which did not disappoint. Generous portion and a multiple of flavor profiles that all worked well together. From the regular menu, the Caesar salad with anchovies - the dressing was amazing and ingredients all tasted fresh - plan to share this one! I had the pork chop which was perfectly cooked and flavored, took half home. My dad had the filet which was flavorful and juicy, he liked the seasoning rub they used. The mom had the butternut pasta which she enjoyed! read more

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Always a great dining experience. Always!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Food, Ambience, Service and Quality! Top notch right in BTOWN City! read more

Small place but very nice atmosphere. Service was topnotch. Menu items were priced fairly high especially the steaks. I chose Chicken Francese because I like it and it was inexpensive compared to other items. The food was really good though. 3 stars for price , otherwise 5 star. read more

Another incredible meal with impeccable service at one of our favorite local spots. I'd give last night's meal a 6-star rating if i could. Beautiful and cozy dining room made for the perfect ambiance for our couple's double date night with our friends. Started with French onion soup which contains braised short ribs and Gruyère. The beef from the ribs flavored the broth in such a unique way. Outstanding!!! 14 ounce center cut filet with pastrami rub and root beer glaze. Medium rare cooked to perfection. Side of garlic mashed potatoes. Already looking forward to my next meal here. Superb! read more

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Our Bill was 2,000.00 after paying it I was told that they forgot to add 2 drinks for 27.00. When i complained the owner came over and said I owed it, when I informed him that I spent 2000 and wouldnt be back he said we will be fine without you. PS the place is overpriced read more

Have been going to Toscanos for years - great service by Matt at the bar. George was excellent in describing the many dessert options and returned to ensure we enjoyed everything! Will continue to make this our Sunday dinner destination! read more