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Toscano Restaurant, Boston, MA
Toscano Restaurant, Boston, MA
Toscano Restaurant, Boston, MA
Toscano Restaurant, Boston, MA
Toscano Restaurant, Boston, MA

Toscano Restaurant

4.8
4.8
3131 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
Nestled among the antique shops, boutiques and cafes along Beacon Hill's famous Charles Street, Toscano restaurant remains a staple of Boston's oldest neighborhood.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (617) 723-4090
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Sorry, we do not have the capability to cater at this time. <br /><br />Should you have any questions, please contact Richard via email at Richard@toscanoboston.com<br /><br />Thank You.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available please call for details or email Amy@toscanoboston.comCucina Room- Seats a maximum of 24 peopleGrotto Room (very private)- Seats a maximum of 12 people on one large round table
  • Private party contact
    Amy: (617) 723-4090
  • Neighborhood
    Beacon Hill
  • Cross street
    Mt. Vernon/ Chestnut
  • Parking details
    Street Parking: Metered parking available on Charles St. $2.00 per hour; 2 hours maximum before having to move to a different meter. Valet parking: $30 per car Garage Parking: Boston Common Parking Garage- Charles St./Beacon St. corner of garage.
  • Public transit
    Red Line: MGH/Charles St. Station.<br /><br />Green Line: Arlington Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,131 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

3,131 Reviews
  1. PatB

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful! Peter was excellent. Food was delicious!

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  2. Mavis

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    very nice. Easy walk from Church of the Advent for pre or post service.

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  3. PhantomDiner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Met here for dinner on Saturday night with another couple who favor restaurants in the North End. It's so fun to try new places! Excellent food excellent service and a vibrant and social atmosphere. Highly recommend!!

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  4. phott

    Fort Lauderdale

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Roberto provided the best recommendations and service. A+

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  5. CarolynC

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall3food1service3ambience3
    The food was very disappointing - salads were bland and pastas were over cooked - appeared to be precooked then warmed and not made to order.

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  6. Vegas

    Greater Boston

    110 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Toscano is my "go to" restaurant choice for special occassions. Upscale without outragous pricing affordable enough for a date night. Food consistently excellent with enough menu choices for every palate. Nice wine list, by the glass, and a healthy pour. Service excellent....absolutely no compaints. Thank you

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  7. WendyB

    Yosemite

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great ambience, as well as a good value

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  8. MargaretM

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time there, delicious, great service, good value for money.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We only recently found Toacano and in our few visits have been pleasently surprised that 'everything' we've had has been excellent. This evening I tried seafood (which in Boston normally is in a 'seafood' restaurant). Everything was cooked perfectly. Our server Peter (the original this time....) took care of us even though were only two and he had several larger parties. They definately know how to bring together food, wine and service. What a lovely place to dine. Thank you, Bill & Julie

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  10. LarryM

    Western NC

    6 reviews

    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Red Sauce with veal was not good, and a Tuscan styled porkchop would have been better off my own grill. Not enjoyable at all.

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  11. Moochie

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience4
    They have a lot of entrees to choose from however the service was poor We waited very long to have our orders placed and there was not many people in the restaurant either.

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  12. anniebannie

    Charleston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food, wonderful atmosphere and wonderful service

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic Canada

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All around amazing, service and food was well above par. We will make a point of coming every time we are in town! Fantastic

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first dinner at Toscano; everything was excellent. Such a surprise to find a gem like this outside the north end. I started with the Caesar salad and it was exactly as I like it, rich and creamy with crunchy croutons. For my meal I had the Bolognese. This was the best 'bolo' I've had in years. Some people think of bolo as 'spaghetti', i.e. a tomato based sauce with meat, this was perfect, it's a meat sauce using the flavor of the meat and juices as the basis and tomato is almost an afterthought. To me it was perfect. Our server Lina was exceptional, everything was timed perfectly. When one item came out slightly different than ordered, she noticed as soon as we did and even though we said we'd try it as is, she immediately brought it back. Where we're new we asked for assistance with our wine selections, Rick took time to explain our options and both choices were perfect compliments to our meals. We look forward to our next opportunity to stop by in a couple of weeks. Thank you all!

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  15. RickG

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Service was quite slow, especially as it was early and most tables still empty.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    One of our favorites and rarely disappoints. We are not regulars, 5-6 times per year. This visit the service was below standard, server really trying too hard to turn over the table. We had 5PM reservation which was the only time available so we were not in a rush but we were out by 6:45 PM.

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  17. CherylD

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service!! Wonderful ambiance Can’t wait to go again!

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  18. Bostonians

    Greater Boston

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Despite living in Boston for years I had never been to Toscano before but I will definitely go again soon. Everything was perfect. The way the staff welcomes you and both lets you sit and sip and pays proper amount of attention set the stage for our outstanding food. Our server, Peter was a delight and made a perfect wine suggestion. Our pastas were delicious and the dessert Peter recommended made all the guilt of “I shouldn’t” disappear.

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  19. Ellie

    Yosemite

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first visit to Toscano and it was fantastic! I had the special oyster mushroom salad that was to die for and the sole piccatta that was delicious. My husband had the seafood special and rucola pomodoro that he enjoyed. The tiramisu and the custard flan were also wonderful. Peter, our waiter, was excellent and knowledgeable. The restaurant is elegant and comfortable as well as the overseeing staff. We cannot wait to return to this gem!

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  20. Princecharming

    Greater Boston

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Superb dinner. Food, service, wine, ambience, and value—all excellent. Daniel was great.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    67 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We walked by Toscano many time and finally made a reservation. Everything was excellent. We had looked at the menu on line but couldn't get past the specials. The food was exquisite. We found a wine to start that's a favorite but hard to find so that was a great indicator. With the meal we asked for some assistance with a choice and it was also a hit. Our server, Peter, took care of everything, we couldn't ask for more. When we got to the end, Julie (as usual....) really didn't want dessert but would split one. There were so many I wanted to try, but they had our two favorites and Julie ordered one of each. We are looking forward to our next chance to return to Toscano.

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  22. jessicar

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ok we are obsessed with Toscano!! We just moved to the Neighborhood in June and it’s our favorite!

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  23. KathleenS

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was great. Really nice cocktail menu.

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  24. GaryM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, knowledgeable sommelier, I requested a table with a view for a date and I got it

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  25. DebT

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    So hard to get a reservation so I’m sad to say this place felt very overrated to me. The white bean soup and tiramisu were really meh and the mushroom pasta was good. My grandmother and I had asked the waitstaff to bring the food out at once but when our salad came out, we told the waiter to hold the pasta. The message wasn’t delivered and the food came out at once and our original waiter was quite snarky about it. Probably won’t be back.

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  26. PaulP

    Greater Boston

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Bar seating, great food. Deidra was bartending and was terrific

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  27. DemetriosV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    my favorite in Boston , absolutely great food in all of their offerings !

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  28. DianeT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was lunch time and Conversation was possible. If quiet conservation was needed, another place should be selected. If absolutely delightful and delicious food was essential, this is the place to go.!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super delicious food —amazing spot —great service — perfect choice! Special shout out to our server, Peter. A+

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  30. DeborahJ

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Peter was wonderful. Food portions were good. Quality of food, phenomenal. They didn’t rush us. Highly recommend.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Friendly, good food, nice wine.

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  32. Gabby

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went here for my boyfriend's birthday. We had a reservation at 8 on a Saturday. We were greeted right away, and got a table for four top right beside the window. Service was fantastic, one of the first things our server said was along the lines of "tell us what you want and we can make it happen". Whether it was subbing something out or a dish that wasn't even on the menu. I trusted the server with a wine pairing with my dish and it was great. My boyfriend loved the food. Although it is on the pricier side I thought it was well worth it. Between the service, food, and atmosphere. I felt like the tables were an appropriate distance apart, especially compared to some of the more crammed restaurants in the North End. We went on the later side, so the restaurant was quieter, but still had a warming atmosphere. Would definitely come back again.

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  33. Peter

    Greater Boston

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    -Our #1 fave/go to in Boston.....great people, great food, great ambiance....love it!! -Whenever we come to Boston, we always try hard to go. So reliable, dependable....the food is amazing & they make you feel like family....waiter Erick was fantastic....nice job !

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  34. NorahB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    We had lunch recently at Toscano’s. The food was delicious. Our server was polite and attentive. They played nice music! Glad we chose to celebrate our anniversary there😊

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  35. binsy

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service… each dish was filled with flavor. The kitchen closes at 9:00 pm is the slight at this restaurant. Overall 5 stars!

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  36. EricS

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve walked by Toscano many times and always wanted to eat here. Last Friday was my first time dining and everything was amazing! The staff is incredibly knowledgeable and attentive, without hovering. The food was over the top delicious! We took a client here for lunch and they were thoroughly impressed with the whole experience and our choice In restaurants. Thank you for making a simple lunch meeting so special! We’ll be back!!

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  37. Linda

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful dinner. Food quality was excellent. Service was great.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Yorkshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Deliciously authentic Italian food - excellent service and atmosphere

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved it here! Will definitely be back again soon!

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  40. RRGG

    Greater Boston

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely seat by the window, with quick attention to filling water glass. The service was kind and efficient. The food was very good, and the wine delicious. Like the way they serve a glass of wine in a 1/3 carafe , not a short pour, like most restaurants. We wanted dessert, but had no room :) Generous portions all around without skimping on quality.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Toscano Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 723-4090.

Toscano Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 3131 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Toscano Restaurant

41-47 Charles St., Boston, MA 02114

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mt. Vernon/ Chestnut
  • Neighborhood
    Beacon Hill
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking: Metered parking available on Charles St. $2.00 per hour; 2 hours maximum before having to move to a different meter. Valet parking: $30 per car Garage Parking: Boston Common Parking Garage- Charles St./Beacon St. corner of garage.
  • Public transit
    Red Line: MGH/Charles St. Station.Green Line: Arlington Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (617) 723-4090
  • Catering
    Sorry, we do not have the capability to cater at this time. <br /><br />Should you have any questions, please contact Richard via email at Richard@toscanoboston.com<br /><br />Thank You.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available please call for details or email Amy@toscanoboston.comCucina Room- Seats a maximum of 24 peopleGrotto Room (very private)- Seats a maximum of 12 people on one large round table
  • Private party contact
    Amy: (617) 723-4090
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