Toscano Harvard Square

Name: Toscano Harvard Square
Address: 52 Brattle St., Cambridge, MA, United States, 02138
Telephone: (617) 354-5250
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2079 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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A stone’s throw from Harvard’s ivied walls, surrounded by the bustling eateries, shops, and confectioners on Brattle Street (once called the King’s Road), Toscano’s second location brings the bright, fresh flavors of Tuscany to historic Cambridge.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(617) 354-5250

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Modern Tuscan, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(617) 354-5250
Website
http://www.toscanoboston.com/harvard-square/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Please contact Cassie Messmer for all private dining/event inquiries. cassie@toscanoboston.com
Private party contact
Rick Hayes Rick@toscanoboston.com : (617) 354-5250

Location
52 Brattle St., Cambridge, MA 02138
Neighborhood
Harvard Square
Cross street
Story St.
Parking details
Validated Parking available at the Charles Hotel Garage and University Place Garage: www.harvardsquareparking.com/daily-rates www.harvardsquare.com/university-place-garage-0
Public transit
The T: Red Line to "Harvard Sq."
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Bruschetta$13.00
Tuscan Bread, Tomato, Basil, Fresh Mozzarella
Salumi Misti$16.00
Sliced Cured/Roasted Meats, Pecorino Toscano, Grana Padano, Olives
Salmone Affumicato$15.00
Foley Smoked Salmon, Crostini, Lemon, Caperberries
Caprese$16.00
Local Burrata, Beefsteak Tomatoes, Basil
Prosciutto E Crostini Di Fegatini$16.00
Prosciutto of Parma, Chicken Liver Pate Crostini
Carpaccio di Manzo*$16.00
Aged Beef, Arugula, Capers, Parmigiano
- With Truffle Oil$18.00

Caldo

Gamberoni alla Brace$17.00
Seasoned Grilled Shrimp, Seasoned Shrimp Sauce
Cozze in Brodetto$15.00
Steamed PEI Mussels, Lemon Herb Broth
Salsicce Uccelletto$15.00
Simmered Housemade Pork Sausage, Tuscan White Beans, Tomato
Calamari in Gratella$15.00
Grilled Point Judith Squid, Lemon, Mustard Sauce
Verdure alla Griglia$13.00
Grilled Vegetables, Olive Oil, Lemon
Melanzane Parmigiana$15.00
Roasted Eggplant, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella
Polpettine Fiorentina$15.00
Veal-Beef-Pork Meatballs, Florentine Style

Zuppa

Minestrone di Verdure$13.00
Tuscan Style Vegetable Soup
Pasta e Fagioli$13.00
Puree of White Bean Soup, Tubettini
Acqua Cotto$13.00
Porcini Mushroom, Swiss Chard, Tomato, Poached Egg, Pecorino

Insalate

Mista Toscano$13.00
Mixed Greens, Tomato, Red Onion, Cucumber, Olives, Red Wine Vinegar, Olive Oil
Tricolore$13.00
Baby Arugula, Radicchio, Endive, Olive Oil, Aged Balsamic
Barbine Rosse$13.00
Red Beets, Gorgonzola Dolci, Lemon, Olive Oil
Rucola e Pomodoro$13.00
Baby Arugula, Tomato, Shaved Parmigiano, Balsamic Dressing
Cesare*$13.00
Romaine Hearts, Focaccia Croutons, Classic Dressing
Caterina$13.00
Baby Field Greens, Anchovies, Mixed Olives, Capers, Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette

Pizza

Quattro Formaggi Bianco$17.00
Four Cheeses, Arugula, Sliced Tomato
Margherita$17.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil
Salsiccia$18.00
Homemade Sausage, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella
Soppressata$18.00
Hot Sopressata, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella
Funghi di Bosco$18.00
Wild Mushrooms, Fresh Mozzarella, Thyme, Tomato, Olive Oil
Speck$18.00
Smoked Prosciutto, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella, Arugula
Verdura$18.00
Portobello, Zucchini, Red Pepper, Onion, Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella

Formaggi

Four Cheese Tasting $16; Tasting with Truffle Honey (Miele al Tartufo) $20

Pecorino Toscano
Sheep's Milk, Toscana
Taleggio
Cow's Milk, Lombardia
Parmigiano-Reggiano
Cow's Milk, Emilia Romagna
Robiola
Cow & Sheep's Milk, Piemonte

Pasta

Rigatoni Norcina$25.00
Homemade Ground Sausage, Black Truffle Cream Purea
Spaghetti Pomodoro$23.00
Classic Fresh Tomato Sauce, Basil
Linguine Pesto$24.00
Traditional Pesto Sauce
Tagliatelle Boscaiola$25.00
Mixed Mushrooms, Tomato, Herbs
Rigatoni Toscano$25.00
Double Smoked Bacon, Tomato Cream, Herbs
Gnocchi Quattro Formaggi$25.00
Handmade Potato Gnocchi, Four Cheeses
Ravioli Gamberi$25.00
Handmade Spinach Ricotta Ravioli, Shrimp, Tomato
Penne Strascicate$25.00
Tuscan Meat Sauce
Spaghetti allo Scoglio$25.00
Mixed Seafood, White Wine, Herbs
Pappardelle Bolognese "Bianco"$25.00
Ground Veal, Pork & Beef, Ricotta, Cream, Tomato
Pappardelle Bolognese "Bianco"$25.00
Ground Veal, Pork & Beef, Ricotta, Cream, Tomato
Orecchiette Vitello$25.00
Ground Veal, Mushrooms, Tomato
Linguine Vongole$25.00
Count Neck Clams, Tomato, White Wine, Hot Pepper

Pesci

Capesante$36.00
Georges Bank Sea Scallops, Leeks, White Wine, Sauteed Spinach
Merluzzo in Acquapazza$31.00
Georges Bank Cod Filet, Cherry Tomatoes, "Crazy Water", Piselli
Gamberoni al Moscato$30.00
Sautéed Shrimp, Leeks, Moscato Wine, Patate Al Forno
Salmone Asparagi$29.00
Grilled North Atlantic Salmon, Asparagus, Mustard Sauce
Branzino al Forno$32.00
Mediterranean Sea Bass Filets, White Wine, Rosemary, Lemon, Garlic
Spada alla Griglia$30.00
Grilled Atlantic Swordfish Loin, Grilled Vegetables

Carni

Maiale Carrettiera$29.00
Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin, Fresh Tomato Sauce, Capers, Olives, Garlic, Patate Al Forno
Vitella Milanese$30.00
Sauteed Breaded Veal Scaloppine, Mixed Greens, Tomato
Scaloppini Pizzaiola$30.00
Sauteed Veal Scaloppine, Pomodoro Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Oregano
Tutto Pepe*$39.00
Pepper Crusted Beef Tenderloin, Brandy Cream, Purea di Patate
Pollo Castellana$29.00
Sauteed Chicken Breast, Prosciutto, Champignon Mushrooms, Fontina, White Wine, Patate Al Forno
Osso Buco$38.00
Braised Veal Shank, Saffron Risotto

Griglia

Traditional Tuscan Grill

Bistecca Fiorentina*$46.00
22 oz. Aged T-Bone Steak, Patate Al Forno, Spinaci Aglio E Olio
Bistecca di Filetto*$39.00
10 oz. Filet of Beef, Patate Al Forno
Bistecca di Manzo*
Boneless Sirloin of Beef, Patate Al Forno
- 12 Ounce$36.00
- 16 Ounce$44.00
Costata di Vitello*$42.00
Marcho Farm Veal Rib Chop, Purea Di Patate
Pollastrello al Mattone*$29.00
Brick Pressed Cornish Hen, Arugula, Tomato
Scottadito di Agnello*$38.00
Rack of Lamb, Purea Di Patate
Lombata di Maiale*$30.00
Double Cut Bone-In Pork Loin, Purea Di Patate

Risotto

Brianzola$25.00
Homemade Ground Sausage, Saffron, Tomato
Funghi$25.00
Wild Mushrooms, Parmigiano Reggiano, Tomato
Frutti di Mare$25.00
Mixed Seafood, Fish Broth, Tomato
Ortolano$25.00
Zucchini, Eggplant, Asparagus, Onion, Red Pepper, Tomato

Contorni

Rapini$9.00
Sauteed Broccoli Rabe, Olive Oil, Garlic
Fagiolini Aglio e Olio$9.00
Sauteed Green Beans, Olive Oil, Garlic
Piselli Stufati$9.00
Oven Cooked Baby Peas, Garlic
Spinaci Aglio e Olio$9.00
Sauteed Spinach, Olive Oil, Garlic
Patate al Forno$9.00
Oven Roasted Potatoes, Rosemary
Purea di Patate$9.00
Potato Puree
Fagioli$9.00
Steamed White Beans, Olive Oil or Tomato

What 2,079 people are saying

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

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

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GailC
New England
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
consistently great food. and great service. good ambiance - except that they have a tv at the bar
GD
GayleD
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience4
We came to Toscano's for Dine Out Boston lunch. We brought a friend who had never been there before and it turns out it was a good decision The appetizers eaten were Minestrone soup, Caesar salad, and beet and arugula salad. Each portion was generous. All 3 of us had the Salmon with asparagus. This also was very good. For dessert we had panna cotta, and a blueberry white chocolate tart. Portions were large and enjoyed by all. We will be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a nice vibe, appreciated the service, & great food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall2food2service5ambience5
The food was not good especially the seafood pasta. It was dry and lacked flavor.
SO
SusanO
New England
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Excellent waiter and support service, food overall very good
PN
ProfNancy
New England
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
This is an excellent place to eat in the Harvard Square area. Everything -- food, service, atmosphere -- is high quality. It's a bit pricey, but not out of line with similar places nearby. We did the 3-course menu, and both the appetizers and mains were excellent. The dessert (blueberry cream torte) was a bit of a disappointment, with a thick cookie-style crust that was almost uncut-able.
k
katieg
New England
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a pleasure with knowledgeable friendly service that stands out - and great food!
f
feralvegan
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A classy and wonderfully reliable standard in Cambridge. Great service and, even for a long-time vegan, always superb food. Pricey, but for a special night out, there's no place better in town.
LK
LouisaK
New England
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
A lovely post-theater afternoon experience for four at Toscano. A perfect match.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing. The food is always consistent. Never disappointed at either location
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The four of us had a lovely evening, it was a lot of fun. The wine and food were great, as was our excellent server, Brian. We’ll be back!
m
maggie
New England
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent birthday celebration. Food, service, value outstanding. Toscano Harvard Square our go to Italian restaurant for special occasions and nightly dining.
AB
AB12
New England
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
I have eaten here many times after ART performances. While no place is perfect my wife and I always marvel how consistently good the food is. We always look forward to our meals here.
m
msitruc
Seattle
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a great Italian restaurant. A good spot if you're going to the A.R.T. or not! It's easy to get to.
JL
JimL
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, great service, welcoming ambience.
T
Tigresa
New England
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Food is delicious, wine selection could be improved, nonetheless a few good choices. Service is very good!
CB
CathyB
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall1food1service2ambience3
This was such a disappointing visit. I don't think I have eaten in such a disappointing restaurant since moving to Boston two years ago. The pizza we ordered was inedible, the crust was like sandpaper and my knife would not cut through it. The arugula salad was a huge pile of wilting and brownish arugula, with the meanest single shaving of parmesan on the top. The smoked salmon starter was accompanied by super-tough and chewy toast, just horrible. These guys really need to be trying a lot harder.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always consistent always good. Service is superb.
TN
TediN
New York Area
159 reviews
vip
5.0
159 reviews
Dined on March 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
So delicious! Staff is wonderful and always attentive. Well managed by Cassie and Rick!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
We chose Toscano for dinner because of its location near the ART. Overall, the experience was disappointing. The mussels appetizer was fine. They had a good texture and the broth was flavorful, if a bit salty. But the two pasta dishes we ordered were bland and utterly unremarkable. The dinner rolls similarly were unimpressive. We did enjoy our Sangiovese wine, however, and the service was excellent.
CC
ClaudiaC
New York Area
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
We had a great table by the window and the atmosphere was very pleasant. Great service and very good food—would definitely go again.
MM
MenuMommy
Memphis/West TN
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Toscano Harvard Square serves delicious food at a reasonable price and in a superb location. The service is consistently top-notch and every item on the menu is reasonably priced. When we most recently visited we called the restaurant to let them know that we were running 30 minutes late due to unexpected traffic delays and the thoroughly professional restaurant manager (Rick) held our table for us even though they were completely full. We love this restaurant and recommend it highly.
EN
ErnestN
Baltimore
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Excellent food with prompt and polite service. We could not have chosen a better venue for my daughter’s birthday dinner. I recommend making reservation three weeks ahead.
SR
SophiaRodriguezMendez
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing! Good vibes! I loved my waitress and staff!
A
Alimaerr
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
The food was delicious. I highly recommend the veal milanese. Very tender and flavorful. I have been to the Beacon Hill location and slightly prefer it to the Harvard Square location. It may have just been the night but the staff was friendlier and the ambience nicer at Beacon Hill but both were great meals.
AV
AccidentalVegetarian
New England
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on February 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful meal with attentive service. One of our favorite restaurants.
s
sandraws
New England
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time at Toscano in Harvard Square. Attentive waiter, delicious food and an extensive wine list. The room has much charm and the view onto Harvard Square was nice. Would definitely recommend and we'll be back!
EG
ElizabethG
New England
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
We were hoping for a special date night out, but it felt more like a restaurant in a hotel with sort of basic service and presentations.
JC
JoanC
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Toscano in Cambridge has been our family's favorite for at least ten years now. The staff is amazing, professional, fun and very gracious. The food is as good as I have enjoyed in Italy. Thank you to the fabulous Toscano Team. Cheers! Joan
SG
SusanG
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Family get together
K
Kathryn
New England
44 reviews
vip
3.0
44 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience2
Food is hit or miss. There pizza looks like might have been frozen pizza that they baked. It looked and tasted horrible. The minestrone soup, mussels and caprese salad were all great. Our waiter was average.
B
Blazor
New England
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always very good food, well served, snd pleasant atmosphere.
GC
GreggC
New England
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food . Managers are so nice !
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best! Excellent service, delicious food, quick cooking, tasty wine. This place is always the best.
S
Squagg
New England
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
My favorite place in Harvard square
MB
MaggieB
New England
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience2
Made a reservation a month in advance and asked for a specific area. Was VERY disappointed they didn't accommodate the request. Food is not as good as it used to be, but it's okay.
W
Wellpaddedfoodie
New England
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
The food was excellent but service was slow . Wished you still served focaccia instead of plain dinner rolls. Had to wait awhile for table even though we had a reservation.
LS
LeSe
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious Entrees enjoyed in a lovely restaurant w/warm ambiance that was delightful to step into, on a chilly, rainy evening! Great service from Jake and his team! Nice wine and dessert selections. We often visit the Beacon Hill location, and this location in Harvard Square was just as top notch!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Pre-theater with daughter and son in law. We all Loved it! We had been unable to secure a standard table days in advance but I requested this again on my Open Table Confirmation. They were able to accommodate! All of us had wonderful appetizers and entrees! The only disappointment was the tiramisu which was tasty but lacked entertwined sponge case. Service and ambience were as good as any restaurant in Boston! Cant wait to go back.
A
Arturo
New England
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very good restaurant. I had te best steak I have had in a long time.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Toscano Harvard Square offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 354-5250.

Toscano Harvard Square is rated 4.6 stars by 2079 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Mar 23, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(617) 354-5250

52 Brattle St., Cambridge, MA 02138

Additional information

Cross street
Story St.
Neighborhood
Harvard Square
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Modern Tuscan, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Validated Parking available at the Charles Hotel Garage and University Place Garage: www.harvardsquareparking.com/daily-rates www.harvardsquare.com/university-place-garage-0
Public transit
The T: Red Line to "Harvard Sq."
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.toscanoboston.com/harvard-square/
Phone number
(617) 354-5250
Private party facilities
Please contact Cassie Messmer for all private dining/event inquiries. cassie@toscanoboston.com
Private party contact
Rick Hayes Rick@toscanoboston.com : (617) 354-5250

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Toscano Harvard Square

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

The Best Pizza in Boston

Panna Cotta

Caprese

Tiramisú

Antipasti

Freddo

Bruschetta$13.00

Salumi Misti$16.00

Salmone Affumicato$15.00

Caprese$16.00

Prosciutto E Crostini Di Fegatini$16.00

Carpaccio di Manzo*$16.00

Caldo

Gamberoni alla Brace$17.00

Cozze in Brodetto$15.00

Salsicce Uccelletto$15.00

Calamari in Gratella$15.00

Verdure alla Griglia$13.00

Melanzane Parmigiana$15.00

Polpettine Fiorentina$15.00

Zuppa

Minestrone di Verdure$13.00

Pasta e Fagioli$13.00

Acqua Cotto$13.00

Insalate

Mista Toscano$13.00

Tricolore$13.00

Barbine Rosse$13.00

Rucola e Pomodoro$13.00

Cesare*$13.00

Caterina$13.00

Pizza

Quattro Formaggi Bianco$17.00

Margherita$17.00

Salsiccia$18.00

Soppressata$18.00

Funghi di Bosco$18.00

Speck$18.00

Verdura$18.00

Formaggi

Pecorino Toscano

Taleggio

Parmigiano-Reggiano

Robiola

Pasta

Rigatoni Norcina$25.00

Spaghetti Pomodoro$23.00

Linguine Pesto$24.00

Tagliatelle Boscaiola$25.00

Rigatoni Toscano$25.00

Gnocchi Quattro Formaggi$25.00

Ravioli Gamberi$25.00

Penne Strascicate$25.00

Spaghetti allo Scoglio$25.00

Pappardelle Bolognese "Bianco"$25.00

Pappardelle Bolognese "Bianco"$25.00

Orecchiette Vitello$25.00

Linguine Vongole$25.00

Pesci

Capesante$36.00

Merluzzo in Acquapazza$31.00

Gamberoni al Moscato$30.00

Salmone Asparagi$29.00

Branzino al Forno$32.00

Spada alla Griglia$30.00

Carni

Maiale Carrettiera$29.00

Vitella Milanese$30.00

Scaloppini Pizzaiola$30.00

Tutto Pepe*$39.00

Pollo Castellana$29.00

Osso Buco$38.00

Griglia

Bistecca Fiorentina*$46.00

Bistecca di Filetto*$39.00