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La Toscana Ristorante, San Rafael, CA

La Toscana Ristorante

4.6 (1592)
$30 and under
Italian
3751 Redwood Highway, San Rafael, CA 94903

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
We are centrally located off Hwy. 101 in San Rafael, across for the famous Frank Lloyd Wright Marin Civic Center. La Toscana is a family owned and operated Italian restaurant and bar located in Marin County. It was established in 1985 by Paolo Mori, his wife, Marilyn, and Michele Quilici. The owners all grew up in Lucca, Italy and immigrated to the U.S. in the late 1950s. They wanted to create an atmosphere that reminded them of home – a place where locals would gather to eat, meet friends and family and celebrate with food and wine as every Italian family does. Chef and co— owner Giovanni Racanello joined La Toscana in 1986. Paolo and Marilyn’s daughter, Laura Mori Riella, and youngest son, Michael Mori, joined the La Toscana team in 1992 and 2002, respectively. Paolo loved to make people feel welcome and, just like all the Moris, enjoyed his food and wine and loved to see others do the same. This is the proud tradition that La Toscana carries on.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (415) 492-9100
  • Website
    http://www.ristorantelatoscana.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
  • Private party facilities
    Private Party facilities are available for parties of 14 or less in our Bar Room and up to 24 guests on our outdoor heated Patio . Please contact the restaurant to request the Private Dining Room or Patio.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    3751 Redwood Highway, San Rafael, CA 94903
  • Neighborhood
    San Rafael
  • Cross street
    North San Pedro
  • Parking details
    Street and Parking Lot Available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

La Toscana Ristorante's menu was last updated on 6/11/2025.

Antipasti

  • Heirloom Tomatoes$18.00

    burrata, basil, evoo, balsamic glaze, sea salt, crostini

    • Bruschetta$12.00

      tomatoes, basil, garlic, parmigiano, evoo

      • Arancini$19.00

        saffron risotto balls, prosciutto di parma, peas, mozzarella, tomato

        • Pork & Beef Meatballs$16.00

          tomato, pecorino romano

          • Antipasto$14.00

            cured Italian meats, mozzarella fresca, olives

            • Beef Carpaccio$20.00

              baby arugula, capers, red onions, parmigiano, dijon aioli

              • Fritto Misto$20.00

                calamari, rock shrimp, onions, artichokes, chipotle aioli

                • Zuppa- Cup$8.00

                  tuscan bean & kale soup

                  • Pint$7.00
                  • Quart$14.00

                Insalate

                • Insalata Mista$10.00

                  organic greens, Italian vinaigrette

                  • Arugula$13.00

                    goat cheese, pine nuts, champagne honey vinaigrette

                    • Caesar Salad$15.00

                      • Hearts of Romaine$14.00

                        point reyes blue cheese, Italian vinaigrette

                        • Spinach Salad$19.00

                          mushrooms, pancetta, red onions, Italian vinaigrette

                          • Insalata Gamberoni$22.00

                            organic greens, prawns, goat cheese crostini, champagne honey vinaigrette

                            • Bay Shrimp Louie$22.00

                              • San Vincenzo$25.00

                                (10% donated to timothy murphy school) romaine, chicken, avocado, tomato, mozzarella fresca, kalamata olives, Italian vinaigrette

                                Pasta

                                • Cacio e Pepe$21.00

                                  Organic spaghetti, percorino romano, cracked pepper

                                  • Orecchiette$27.00

                                    Italian sausage, broccoli rabe, pecorino romano

                                    • Gnocchi della Casa$24.00

                                      potato gnocchi, choice of sauce

                                      • Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli$26.00

                                        pesto, tomato cream or browned butter, sage, parmigiano

                                        • Cannelloni$27.00

                                          (veal, chicken, pork), crepes, tomato, béchamel, jack

                                          • Lasagne$24.00

                                            house made pork and beef lasagna

                                            • Spaghetti & Meatballs$24.00

                                              • Carbonara$28.00

                                                fresh fettuccine, pancetta, onions, egg yolk, parmigiano

                                                • Pappardelle al Cinghiale$30.00

                                                  wild boar, porcini sugo, pecorino romano

                                                  • Tortellini$26.00

                                                    (veal & prosciutto) prosciutto, peas, cream

                                                    • Risotto$25.00

                                                      porcini mushrooms, saffron, parmigiano

                                                      Secondi

                                                      • Melanzane$23.00

                                                        roasted eggplant, tomato, mozzarella, basil

                                                        • Chicken Parmigiana$28.00

                                                          breaded chicken breast, tomato, jack

                                                          • Chicken Marsala$28.00

                                                            marsala wine, mushrooms

                                                            • Fish of the Day

                                                              • AQ

                                                            • Prawns Toscana$27.00

                                                              jumbo prawns, lemon, herbs, white wine, chilies

                                                              • Calamari Steak Dore$30.00

                                                                egg batter, lemon

                                                                • Beef Short Rib$32.00

                                                                  polenta

                                                                  • Veal Scaloppine$31.00

                                                                    mushrooms, marsala wine, white wine

                                                                    • Grilled Lamb Chops$40.00

                                                                      Specials

                                                                        Last updated: June 11, 2025

                                                                        What 1,592 people are saying

                                                                        La Toscana Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                        4.6
                                                                        4.6 based on recent ratings
                                                                        • 4.6Food
                                                                        • 4.7Service
                                                                        • 4.5Ambience
                                                                        • 4.3Value

                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                        Loved For

                                                                        • Marin

                                                                          Kid-friendly

                                                                        • Marin

                                                                          Good for groups

                                                                        • Marin

                                                                          Italian

                                                                        Review summary

                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                        La Toscana Ristorante in Marin County is cherished for its "amazing little neighborhood spot" charm and consistently "fantastic experience." Guests praise the "excellent dinner experience," with standout dishes like the Petrale sole and lemon risotto. Service is "exceptionally good," and the restaurant offers a lively bar scene and a welcoming atmosphere.
                                                                        1,592 Reviews

                                                                        1. Jerry

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

                                                                          4.0

                                                                          Dined 1 day ago

                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Always good food. Dined on a Sunday when I believe usual staff had day off. Although they tried, service was lacking. No offer of cheese on gnocchi, no offer for addition drinks or desert. Manny was missed!!!

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                                                                        2. Diana VIP

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area21 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          We hadn't been to LaToscana in a long time. Made a quick Open Table reservation and got in when we wanted. The service was excellent and the food great. The owner greeted us, sat us, and when leaving asked how our food was. We will go back. Thank you La Toscana for a wonderful meal. Oh I forgot. We had the Arancini balls, polenta cakes, and we both had the Petrale sole. We asked for no cherry tomatoes and no arugula. We asked for vegetables and everything was wonderful. Thanks again.

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                                                                        3. Jens VIP

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area1 review

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Once again, another fantastic experience at our favorite Italian restaurant in Marin

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                                                                        4. Nadine VIP

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area8 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          What a contrast – last week, it was very noisy and service dragged throughout. This time I sat on the enclosed "porch" where it was very quiet. The waiter was prompt and I got my food in about the same time as it took just to have our waitress appear last time! Generous portions of petrale and risotto.

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                                                                        5. Alyce

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area18 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          Dined 7 days ago

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 3
                                                                          Everyone of us enjoyed our delicious lunch. My was the braised short rib with polenta and a lovely broccoli spinach side dish. Others loved their Gamberoni, Bay shrimp Louie and pasta Orecciette. All Tiramisu desserts were delicious. Definitely will be back. Parking is not an issue.

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                                                                        6. Linda

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          Dined on June 19, 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Excellent dinner experience. The fish of the day was petrale sole which was beautifully charred and served with wonderful lemon risotto. My friend had lasagna which she loved and took half home for dinner the next day. We sat in the enclosed outdoor area, so it was quiet. The bar is lively, especially during Happy Hour, so noisy. Service was great -- no hovering. I also think they've tried to keep their prices reasonable, all things considered. Certainly less crazy than a lot of Marin restaurants! I would definitely recommend and will be going back.

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                                                                        7. Thomas VIP

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area33 reviews

                                                                          4.0

                                                                          Dined on June 15, 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                          Food and Service is exceptionally good. However, unfortunately the prices have increased significantly. Be sure to ask the price for their special dishes.

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                                                                        8. Jerry

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          Dined on June 7, 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          Food was excellent! Sammy the server is awesome! Always my go to place.

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                                                                        9. nick

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          Dined on June 5, 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          We come from up the road about 5 hours to visit thr city 2 or 3.times a year and have found it easier to stay in marin than the city. We never fail to eat at your restaurant when we are here, and we have never been disappointed.

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                                                                        10. Kristine VIP

                                                                          San Francisco Bay Area34 reviews

                                                                          5.0

                                                                          Dined on June 3, 2025

                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                          The food was delicious. Service was great. Very accomodating.

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                                                                        FAQs

                                                                        La Toscana Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 492-9100.

                                                                        La Toscana Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 1592 OpenTable diners.

                                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                        Make a reservation

                                                                        2 people
                                                                        7:00 PM
                                                                        Booked 9 times today
                                                                        Google Map for La Toscana Ristorante

                                                                        3751 Redwood Highway, San Rafael, CA 94903

                                                                        Additional information

                                                                        • Cross street
                                                                          North San Pedro
                                                                        • Neighborhood
                                                                          San Rafael
                                                                        • Hours of operation
                                                                          Mon–Thu 11:30 am–8:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                        • Price
                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                          Italian
                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                          Casual Dining
                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                          Casual Dress
                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                          Street and Parking Lot Available.
                                                                        • Payment options
                                                                          AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                        • Executive chef
                                                                        • Additional
                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                        • Delivery & takeout
                                                                          Order direct
                                                                        • Website
                                                                          http://www.ristorantelatoscana.com/
                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                          (415) 492-9100
                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                          Private Party facilities are available for parties of 14 or less in our Bar Room and up to 24 guests on our outdoor heated Patio . Please contact the restaurant to request the Private Dining Room or Patio.
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