The hidden brown door in a large area. Just behind the door is a quiet escape. The ambiance is beautiful and very date-night-esque. The service is great, super sweet and friendly, did not pressure or rush us! The food was great, so great, no photos. Apps: We tried the seasonal salad which was refreshing, but too light on the dressing. Eggplant: nice and crispy with such a delicious sauce pairing Brussels Sprouts: i loved the apple inclusion. Food: Ciopinno: the broth was super nice and light. Delicious seafood bites, wish it came with more noodles and a soup spoon. Wild Boar Pappedelle: great thick sauce with perfectly cooked noodles Shrimp Scampi: literally delicious and lighter than a typical alfredo heavy. Penne Alla Vodka: disliked the subdried tomatoes but everything else was great. The scallops were also a bit rubbery. Just left them on the side. Desserts: Affogato: chose chocolate as my ice cream/gelato Tiramisu: lovely and light, wish it was a bit heavier on espresso Chocolate Mouse: decadent and chefs kiss ending to a dinner. read more

This is my 4th time here. Two years in a row were Dine Denver a.k.a. Denver Restaurant week and they have a nice deal. This time I brought my parents and wife here for dinner. It's a classy Italian restaurant. From the outside it looks like an average place in a strip mall, but when you enter the walls, decor, and ambiance change and teleport you to Italy. Well done. The beer menu is legendary with tons of amazing beers. The wine selection is really good. All the food here is really good. I always get too full and can't have dessert. The salmon and lasagna are exquisite. I'll come back for those. Service is great, attentive and quick. read more

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Our family had a wonderful experience at Via Toscana to celebrate my wife's birthday. The food was delicious, the wine excellent, and the service truly outstanding. Via Toscana has become our favorite Italian restaurant in the Boulder area - it never disappoints. We look forward to returning soon. Five stars!!! read more

I was pretty excited to try this place for restaurant week with my family but I was rather disappointed. :/ Service was slow and majority of the food came out lukewarm. Best dish was the shrimp scampi and the NY strip. Linguine was Al dente, and sauce flavorful. Steak cooked well, mash potatoes were flavorful (unfortunately very dry), and asparagus was amazing. Salmon dish - Salmon and asparagus cooked well. Risotto was super bland. Pappardelle was the worst dish in my opinion. Noodles were cooked unevenly and meat was super dry and tough. I ordered it and couldn't finish it. Ended up eating other food my family ordered. Bison Ragu - Flavor was good but the meat was chewy and tough. Dessert: Tiramisu - silky and right amount of sweetness. Generous portion. Would recommend this! Cannoli - it was too grainy for my taste Gelato - it wasn't creamy but rather icy. I think this intervened with the taste of the flavor. Mouse - Excellent crust and delicious. Second place to the tiramisu. Overall I don't think this was worth the restaurant week experience. read more

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It's been wonderful the past few times I've gone. Great service, great food, and I love the vibe of the restaurant. It's quite hidden in the shopping mall and is not what you expect when coming in for the first time! read more

The service was very good, attentive. We took our time and someone was always close to order cocktails or to top off water. The personalized menu was a nice touch for my wife's birthday. Very classy! read more

Wow, what a hidden gem. From all the rest of the reviews you can probably tell that this was a great restaurant in an unexpected location. So unassuming from the parking lot but once you walk in, it feels like you've been transported to Italy and not a strip mall in Louisville. We had such a wonderful time that I felt the need to come and drop them a review on Yelp. We walked in on a Friday evening without a reservation and was immediately seated. Matt, our server, provided impeccable, attentive service and was great to chat with. He made really amazing recommendations and made us feel welcomed and heard. His service was top-notch. Our meal was so delicious, the complimentary focaccia bread was warm, dense and soft.... I really love the bread. A lot of my favorite Italian restaurants in town have been skipping providing warm bread (usually cold), so it's a nice touch when I see them taking extra care. We loved everything we had. Mushroom Bisque (soup of the day) was amazing, creamy and a perfect pairing to the focaccia. The Wild Mushroom Risotto was perfectly done. I was surprised at the Pappardelle Bolognese as it's not minced meat but chunks of beef and pork in a creamy tomato sauce, tasted very much like a thick stew than a sauce - never had any Bolognese like this before and definitely a fan. I never thought I'd have a full vegetarian meal but the Baked Eggplant Parmesan really knocked my socks off. The butternut squash pairing was really delicious. Overall we had a great experience, amazing food, beautiful atmosphere and we'll definitely be back. This will be on our rotation from now on. Thanks Matt for your service! read more

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The decor and ambiance are absolutely delightful. Via Toscana has THE greatest steak I've ever had in Colorado!

Best Italian Food ever! Great ambience and fantastic wait staff makes any occasion a fabulous experience.

My boyfriend and I came here for the 1st night of restaurant week. We each had a cocktail and picked out items from their curated 3-course menu. I had Brussel sprouts with apples to start, which were alright. My main course was a wild mushroom risotto which was a little bland but still good. My favorite was their cannoli - it had sweet, rich ricotta cheese with the perfect crispy outer layer. Their whiskey cocktails are very strong, so I just had one compared to multiple I'd normally order elsewhere. I'd come back for the cocktails and desserts, but the appetizer and entree were meh. read more

Via Toscana - Elijah Craig Whiskey - Italian Near Me - Louisville, Colorado

All around great meal! We went for Denver restaurant week so I've only tried their special menu. But it was delicious!! The first course I had was a caesar salad which was a good size for an appetizer. The second course was salmon with a delicious cauliflower purée and pistachio crust on the salmon. And for dessert I got tiramisu. The tiramisu wasn't my favorite that I've had. It had almost too much whipped cream on top and no chocolate which is what I'm used to. Otherwise everything was great! The server was very nice and helpful. And the space is beautiful inside! You'd never expect it was in a strip mall. I will definitely be back! read more

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Via Toscana is a busy restaurant with a warm and inviting atmosphere, offering classic Tuscan cuisine and an impressive wine list. The location in a strip mall is unexpected, but that means easy parking. Service is attentive and when I've visited Via Toscana a few times with groups, they always try to accommodate us, finding a quieter area in the restaurant for book club as an example (they take reservations). Last time, I started with the Lemon Drop, a very refreshing cocktail, and it's always nice to munch on their bread dipped in olive oil and balsamic vinegar that they bring as soon as you start looking at the menu. The food is also yummy, you can pick anything from pasta to pizza, including vegetarian options. Not much changes at Via Toscana over the years, and that's a good thing! read more

Via Toscana - Baked eggplant parmigiana, I actually prefer the traditional one, not this deconstructed version. - Italian Near Me - Louisville, Colorado

Delicious, celebratory dinner w/ family! A grotto restaurant was perfect on a cold, snowy day. We ate Roasted Beet salad, Linguine w/ Pesto, Mushroom, tomato, & shrimp, and chicken parmigiana. Then we enjoyed gelato for dessert. Lovely setting, excellent service, fantastic food! read more

Came in to celebrate my daughter's 10th birthday. They went above and beyond to make her feel special and our dinner amazing. From our server Lauren, to additional staff Dylan, Sarah, and Ellie they out did themselves. There's a reason we've been coming for 18 years. Thanks Via Toscana for always making our meals memorable. read more

I somehow have never been here but ventured to Louisville with a friend and wow- what a treat. First of all, if you are celiac but also love Italian food- this is the place for you. They have an entire gluten free menu ready for you so that you don't have to search for the risotto and just go with that because it's likely the only gluten free option on the menu. Nope. Not here! There is an entire menu of deliciousness waiting for you. That said, the chefs special just so happened to be a risotto with scallops so I obviously went with that. It was divine. I don't think I've ever described seafood in a landlocked state that way, but it's true. It was. Speaking of divine, the chocolate moose dessert is a true must have. I woke up this morning still thinking about it. They have a wide selection of wine- so you wine lovers won't be disappointed. A friend recommended the house Chianti and you won't be surprised to hear that I loved that as well. This will be a place I visit often! It is a little more on the pricey side but I'd say definitely worth it. Highly recommend and not something I would ever expect based on its strip mall location. read more

Hidden gem! Great food and service - fancier and more delicious than expected. Have been back multiple times and the food is always fresh

My hubby and I decided to stop in for dinner for something a little different. The service was absolutely wonderful and very attentive in a rather busy restaurant. We were tucked away in a cozy corner which was really nice. We had a margarita with extra lime along with a Sauvignon Blanc... And we enjoyed the linguine marinara along with the pappadelle bolognese. Both dishes were delicious. The portions were really good and we ended up taking dinner home... We definitely will be back and it's really nice that it's really close to home you can't go wrong with a very wonderful menu and an extremely well rounded wine list read more

Via Toscana - Pappardelle Bolognese - Italian Near Me - Louisville, Colorado

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Via Toscana is a little piece of Italy nestled very inconspicuously in a shopping center - don't be fooled by the storefront! Once you walk inside the ambiance takes you to another place. The waitstaff were attentive for our entire stay, from lighting a candle for our table to packing up our leftovers for us. As for the food - delicious! If you're looking for authentic Italian this is it. We participated during Denver Restaurant Week and were so pleased by the three course menu; their daily menu was also a hit - it made it hard to choose! The arancini was well executed, fried perfectly on the outside to reveal a tender core of risotto. Our main dishes, pollo rústico and cioppino, were generously portioned and hard to stop eating once full. Each note of the pollo rústico ingredients came through, and the seafood for the cioppino was fresh. The tiramisu was delicate and easy to eat, even after a big meal. The wine menu was extensive! We ordered a bottle of rosé after our waiter brought us a small array of complimentary samples. A bread basket is served before the meal, with olive oil available to dip. Overall a lovely date night and birthday dinner experience! read more

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The food and service was absolutely lovely! Very charming atmosphere as well. The only negative was the Tira misu was a skimpy portion fornthe price. read more

Got sick after the fish. Table bread was mid. I think I would have a better experience if I got a pasta dish without seafood

Great food @ very reasonable prices. The owner lady cares about her restaurant and guests. I absolutely love veal piscana and get it every time. Usually do done in but occasionally will do take out. Take pit is very efficient process. My favorite restaurant in Cape Coral. read more

I was disappointed with the last meal I had there because it didn't come with the side dishes mentioned on the menu. If the menu changes, someone should inform you at ordering time. The NY strip is supposed to come with a truffled cauliflower with arugula and pancetta, but it came with mashed potatoes and asparagus. I liked what I ate, but really, that is not acceptable. read more

I catered Via Toscana's Italian specialties for a wedding rehearsal/ Welcome dinner. All the food was ready and HOT at the designated time. The food was delicious! i was very pleased with everything I ordered and so were my 70 guests. Kelsey, the catering manager, was very easy to work with and accommodating. I called her long distance from California to plan the event. She graciously answered all my questions and made very helpful suggestions. I highly recommend Via Toscana. read more

Nice place for a date night. The restaurant is located in an unassuming strip mall, but upon entering it feels like you're walking into an old monastery in Tuscany. There's a few rooms to dine in and it feels cozy and intimate without being over the top fancy. We were seated in the long room near the front and my husband said it looked like a dining train car which was spot on. We started our meal with a glass of wine & cocktail - my husband said their Manhattan was excellent. They also give complimentary bread which was a nice touch. The bread looked like focaccia but was a bit more dense/cake-like; still soft and tasty. They give a little balsamic stopper and there's oil and salt/pep on the table for dipping. Now for the apps/entrees. We ordered the stuffed mushrooms with sausage and they were pretty good. I felt that the stuffing was a bit watery and the mushrooms weren't cooked enough but the flavor was nice. I didn't care much for the dipping sauce with it. For our entrees we ordered the CALABRESE BIANCO pizza and the mushroom risotto with shrimp. The pizza was interesting. It had good flavor, but the dough was much softer and didn't have much distinction between the body and the crust. We still enjoyed it. The mushroom risotto with shrimp was really good and I probably could have licked the plate if no one was watching. It was one of the better risottos I've had in the area and the shrimp were cooked perfectly - plus you get a good amount of them. It was a filling dish & I give that portion 4.5 stars. Our server Ellie was great too. She was friendly and efficient. The prices were pretty reasonable too. Our whole meal was under $80. We'll definitely be back! read more

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A hidden gem in a strip mall. Food was great, staff was friendly, and the bread was amazing. I had chicken Marsala, my dining partners ate off a pre-fix menu for restaurant week. Everybody enjoyed their meal and I'll definitely be going back! read more

We went there with a coupon we had purchased. It still cost us over $100. The prices are ridiculous. The food is fine; it's just not that great for the cost. read more

I hadn't been to Via Toscana in years (10+) so when my boss suggested a business dinner out, I was eager to visit. They've definitely updated the decor since I was there last - it's very nice. We requested a table in one of their more secluded rooms and they were happy to accommodate - no one was seated near us for the entire meal. Employees were wearing masks, some were wearing gloves, and they had a couple hand sani stations throughout the restaurant. Nice COVID touch. Our food was fab. I happily munched on the complimentary focaccia while I waited for the rest of my party to arrive - their bread is so good. I started with a mocktail...something with pineapple and dark cherry juice maybe. So good. Our server wasn't super knowledgeable about wine pairings but she happily brought a taster. We split the caesar salad and roasted beets. Yumm on both counts! The small balls of goat cheese that come with the beets are special. For dinner I got the Penne Rigate Vodka di Mare and it was amazing. Perfectly cooked pasta, the sauce was excellent, and generous portion. I ate my fill and my husband had leftovers for a full lunch the next day. My boss got the Salmone Florentine - she said it was great. I also took home two of their small plate specials. A salad which was fine and sweet potato gnocchi with brown butter sage sauce. My husband said the gnocchi had a sweet element to it that he didn't care for but I didn't get to try it so jury's out on that one. We ended with spumoni gelato which I was for sure too full for, but thoroughly enjoyed. I was very impressed and plan to be back (or grab takeout!) soon! read more

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Best Italian eatery in Boulder County and surrounding areas. Can't believe they are right in my back yard.

Great meal. I was a chef in a North Jersey restaurant. She and her staff pull it off beyond belief. Kick ass! Great meal.

AMAZING. My new favorite Italian place! The ambiance, food and service are all top tier! We celebrated a birthday and they even personalized the menus! So impressed and- I'm not easily impressed. I will be back! read more

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I recently visited this restaurant and, while the ambiance was undeniably pleasant with its stylish decor and cozy atmosphere, the food left much to be desired. Unfortunately, the dishes were disappointingly bland and lacked any distinctive flavor. The menu items that sounded promising in description fell flat in execution, making for a rather uninspired dining experience. Service was great and very attentive which made that aspect of service great. Would want to try again but would be hesitant to not receive flavorful authentic Italian foods. read more

Once every 6 months or so I find myself returning to Via Toscana in Louisville. You ask why? 'Cause while the food is somewhere between 3-4 stars good, the deal regularly offered on Groupon is one of the better deals around and it has stayed there for years on end with no sign of being pulled. (N.B: you can only buy it once every 6 months; hence the "once every 6 months" part of the story:). For $55 you get a 4 course meal they value at $100. And depending on how and what you order it can be worth even more than that. To find out about the ambiance, service (Hi Kana, you were a very excellent server) and food portions see my earlier review. Note that when you go in you have to tell them that you'll be using a Groupon and they'll give you a different menu which does not include some of the choices on the menu everyone else gets. If you don't do that and you order from the regular menu and include a dish not offered on the Groupon menu you'll not be able to use the Groupon deal. So buyer beware and follow the rules. That said here are the chief takeaways: The servings are huge and you get an appetizer, a "primi" dish, an entrée with side, and a dessert. You'll have no problem finishing it if you're a college fullback on a 7,000 calorie a day diet. If you're a member of the general public you'll find yourself taking home 1/3-1/2 of the meal so bring a silicone doggie bag and do the environment a favor. It being the holidays and my honey and I enjoying fermented pressed grape juice . . . we took advantage of their wine night special and for $45 more got ourselves a bottle of 2017 Cesari vineyards Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso. This is a wine that you can buy retail for about $25 a bottle and comes from a producer in the Veneto region that makes a very decent Amarone. The Ripasso uses the same grapes as are used in making the Amarone which is deeper bodied and more tannic but Cesari's Ripasso echoes the boldness, berry flavors and elegance of its pricier relative. Now follow me here for the economics of all of this: With the $45 wine added to the advertised value price of $100 for the food, adding the state tax of $12.53 (and $4.75 for the Groupon tax) resulted in a "value price" of $162.28. Given that I then added a $32.50 tip. That means that to me the total cost was the $55 I paid for the Groupon, plus the $45 for the wine, plus the $17.28 in taxes, plus the $32.50 tip for a grand total cost of $149.78 for what I would have had to pay $194.78 if charged the menu prices. Had we not gotten the wine we would spent less but frankly the wine added so much to the meal that it wouldn't have been anywhere near as an enjoyable experience for us. That however may not be true for you. 'Cause say you, Donald Trump, are reading this review. I hear you don't drink alcohol and so you could save even more by getting this deal. (Hey Melania, you owe me a "Be Best" t-shirt for this if Donny actually takes you there on a date). Signed, David "Always thinking about how Melania could be happier" M. read more

Went here with a very good friend. We plan to come back. Excellent dishes, with just the right amount of heat and flavor.

What a cute place! I don't go to Louisville often but I came here for restaurant week and it was delicious. The atmosphere inside is perfect for a date night. We started with the fried Brussel sprouts with green apple (love the unique twist) and beet gnocchi. I don't even like beets and it was incredible (def recommend trying this - it's something you don't see every day). For entrees we got the salmon piccata and Bucatini di Gorgonzola e Bistecca. Both were very good but I did like the appi's better. Dessert was chocolate moose and tiramisu. I was too full to finish my moose but looking back I should have rallied because it was too good to leave any behind. Definitely recommend for a date night because of the vibe inside. We sat a cute two-top in a corner which felt private and romantic. Big open parking lot outside so you won't have to battle for spaces. Check it out! read more

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Delicious food with nice GF options and a solid selection of wine. And of course try the venitian moose.

This is the best place to go if you want a real Italian pizza. They make the best pizza around town. You will be happy!

This was our first time coming believing food critics that this was the best in town. Boy were they wrong. The seating was fast but that's about all that was good. We had to keep asking for more bread, as our neighbors had it coming one after another. We sat without water refills for over 15 min when again our neighbors had non-stop service. I ordered the Chef's Dinner, I didn't receive my salad as an appetizer but after my entree came out but that wasn't even until I asked where my salad was. Who wants to eat their salad and leave their food to get cold? Especially when my whole family all had their entrees. Barely an apology, all I got was a "we adjusted the bill" from whom I'm assuming is the MOD. Why would you assume that I want my bill adjusted? I wanted a good family dinner no matter the price. Still NO service, even after all that. Knowing we were not having the greatest evening, instead of trying to make us feel wanted since we came to YOUR restaurant you still ignored us. We totally understand when you're busy, short staffed etc.... but this was awful experience to have been completely ignored, especially when I have my with kids with me and they see you serving others and not us. We drove pretty far to have been treated this way. Sadly we will never come again. read more

Dan was a great ambassador for the via Toscana tasting room. Best pour ever! Super fun experience. Thank you Dan

Nice place Great ambiance for a date night or adult family dinner. Everyone was satisfied with their meals, we had; shrimp scampi, scallops, linguini bolognese, and lamp pops. Service was good, we didn't mind having a long wait for our food but if you are in a hurry don't come here. This place didn't have many pictures of the interior so I took a few read more

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Food is excellent, very good service, quite atmosphere, extensive wine list. I have been extremely happy every time I have been there. read more