Classy Italian spot with standout homemade pastas & acclaimed porchetta sandwiches.
Experience authentic Italian cuisine in a classy, tasteful ambiance at Da Toscano, a spot that offers a welcome alternative to more hyped establishments. Patrons rave about their homemade pasta, with specific call-outs for the lamb neck agnolotti and pappardelle. Don't miss their popular porchetta sandwich, often described as one of the best in the city, perfect for a delicious lunch.
Da Toscano is celebrated for its exceptional homemade pasta dishes, with many patrons specifically recommending the agnolotti, pappardelle, and fazzoletti. The porchetta sandwich is also a highly praised item. While most feedback is positive, one reviewer found the restaurant to be
"Highly recommended dishes include various homemade pastas like lamb neck agnolotti, pappardelle, fazzoletti, and tortellini, as well as the porchetta sandwich and roasted oysters with crab fat butter."
Customers generally have a positive view of Da Toscano, frequently recommending its homemade pasta and authentic Italian cuisine. However, there are a few negative experiences reported, including one instance of severe illness.
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While overwhelmingly positive, there are a few negative reviews, including one user reporting they became violently ill and another finding the restaurant "awful."
"The user was asking about handkerchief pasta and this restaurant was mentioned as a place that serves it."
Neutral"Da Toscano's braised artichokes and octopus carpaccio are highlighted as standout primi dishes, with the short rib pasta also being a recommended option."
Positive"Da Toscano in Greenwich Village is recommended for its fantastic homemade pasta and authentic Italian cuisine, complemented by a great wine selection."
Positive"Da Toscano is suggested as a more low-key Italian dining option in the West Village."
Positive"Toscano is listed as a restaurant recommendation."
Positive"This user states that both Da Toscano and L'Artusi are fantastic Italian restaurants, with Da Toscano being slightly preferred if dessert is a priority. They also provide tips for getting reservations at Don Angie."
Positive"This user was able to snag a 10 PM reservation at Da Toscano and asks for a comparison with L'Artusi."
Positive"Da Toscana offers a garlic butter chicken for $38. The commenter listed it among several other chicken dishes at various NYC restaurants."
Neutral"Da Toscano is recommended as a dining option."
Positive"da Toscano was listed as a favorite by a commenter who works in advertising/media, suggesting it meets the vibe and food expectations."
Positive"Chitowninthebay criticizes Da Toscano, calling it "awful" and "not good," suggesting Emilio's Ballato or Rezdora as superior Italian alternatives."
Negative"JayMoots advises that a 9:15 PM reservation at Da Toscano might be risky given a 7:45 PM flight landing time, citing potential travel delays."
Neutral"ThePartTimeProphet recommends L'Industrie over Da Toscano due to the tight schedule from LGA, preferring the no-reservation ease and to avoid consecutive Italian sit-down meals."
Negative"Chrispycreme561 notes that there's another vote in favor of Da Toscano."
Positive"Infinite_Carpenter states L'Industrie serves good pizza, but notes that Da Toscano is considered great and has better vibes."
Positive"DinerEnBlanc suggests choosing L'Industrie over Da Toscano for variety, as the itinerary already includes other sit-down Italian meals."
Negative"This user singled out Garganelli Verde as their absolute favorite dish from Da Toscano."
Positive"This user had an excellent first-time experience at Da Toscano, having split six pasta dishes that were all highly rated. They provided a personal ranking of their favorites among the excellent options."
Positive"This user praises Da Toscano's pappardelle, agnolotti, tortellini, linguine, and fazzoletti, calling them 'best' or 'superb'. However, they were not fond of the orecchiette or garganelli, and also recommended trying the duck breast."
Positive"The Original Poster highly recommends several dishes from Da Toscano, including Focaccia with Taleggio Butter, Oysters with Crab Fat, Octopus Carpaccio, Pappardelle, and Agnolotti, considering them 'must orders'. They are also seeking further recommendations for other pasta dishes."
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