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Toscano Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA

Toscano Harvard Square

4.7 (2501)
$31 to $50
Italian
52 Brattle St., Cambridge, MA 02138

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
    For PRIVATE DINING and PRIVATE EVENT inquiries ONLY, please get in touch with the private event manager, Cassie. If you are looking for a standard reservation, please call the restaurant directly if you do not see any openings. cassie@toscanoboston.com
  • Private party contact
    Cassie, our Private Event Coordinator: (617) 354-5250
  • Location
    52 Brattle St., Cambridge, MA 02138
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Cross street
    Story St.<br />-No Valet Service_
  • 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, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,501 people are saying

Toscano Harvard Square reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Toscano Harvard Square offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent Italian food," "friendly and professional service," and a "charming ambiance." Its location is perfect for pre-theater meals, and the menu features "delicious and varied" dishes. While some mention noise, the overall atmosphere is lively and welcoming.
2,501 Reviews

  1. Elizabeth

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Louder than expected in there, but manageable. Food was divine!!

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  2. Mark VIP

    Greater Boston14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at the bar. Good food. Mitch was our bartender. He was great.

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  3. William

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    i have been to Toscano many times now the food is always fantastic, however we have had the same server 2 times and both times we had issues with our orders. this last time we considered ordering the eggplant appetizer, we were advised it would take 18 min and since we were going to a show at ART. we said never mind and ordered a different app. the server misunderstood us and put in the eggplant anyway. turns out it didnt take 18 min and one member of my party really loved it so i didnt say anything. the last time i was there the same server misunderstood us and we received a different dish than i ordered. the dish we got was delicious so again i said nothing. the one thing my party noticed is that the acoustics are not the best its was very loud with a full dining room and maybe that contributed to the issues with the waiter. i would strongly recommend Toscano. the service is NOT bad, and we were lucky we had happy accidents.

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  4. Virginia VIP

    Greater Boston83 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoy Tosacno, particularly there consistency and great, welcoming service. This was our first visit to the Harvard Square location and we will be back. It is very convenient to A.R.T. The open all day schedule is particularly convenient.

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  5. Rachel

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is very good. But the noise level, even early-ish on a Saturday evening, was awful. Impossible to hear our friends sitting right across from us. Had to shout to be heard. "Energetic" is a much kinder way of describing the noise level. It was intolerable and i couldn't wait to leave. We will not be back for that reason.

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  6. Alexandra VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the vibe, to the food and service, you will be very pleased.

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  7. Jane VIP

    Greater Boston128 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Good Service. A perfect choice for after theater matinee early dinner.

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  8. Paula VIP

    New York City64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was pleasant and friendly. We sat at a very comfortable high top. The food was delicious and the menu varies.

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  9. Mary VIP

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I dined last evening with friends at Toscano. It's always hard to get a table here on theatre nights so I was thrilled to get a reservation. Toscano more than lived up to my expectations. The staff was professional and friendly. The food is delicious and plentiful. We all enjoyed the experience and look forward to returning soon.

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  10. Joey

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very attractive restaurant, with pleasant old fashioned service and good Italian food. The pasta with wild mushrooms was very nice, without too much tomato as sometimes happens. The service was attentive without being intrusive.

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FAQs

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

Toscano Harvard Square is rated 4.7 stars by 2501 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 36 times today
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52 Brattle St., Cambridge, MA 02138

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Story St.<br />-No Valet Service_
  • Neighborhood
    Cambridge
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.toscanoboston.com/harvard-square/
  • Phone number
    (617) 354-5250
  • Private party facilities
    For PRIVATE DINING and PRIVATE EVENT inquiries ONLY, please get in touch with the private event manager, Cassie. If you are looking for a standard reservation, please call the restaurant directly if you do not see any openings. cassie@toscanoboston.com
  • Private party contact
    Cassie, our Private Event Coordinator: (617) 354-5250
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