Cozy, sophisticated Italian spot w/ standout homemade pastas & acclaimed roasted oysters. Hidden gem for date nights.
This Italian eatery in Greenwich Village offers a cozy yet sophisticated ambiance, perfect for a date night or special occasion. It's celebrated for its exceptional homemade pastas, with standout dishes like agnolotti, pappardelle, and fazzoletti receiving high praise. Complement your meal with their acclaimed roasted oysters and don't miss the opportunity to try their delightful apple cake or tiramisu sundae.
The Italian cuisine here is a major draw, with a strong emphasis on expertly crafted homemade pasta dishes such as agnolotti, pappardelle, and fazzoletti. Appetizers like roasted oysters with crab fat and octopus carpaccio are also highly recommended. For dessert, the apple cake and tiramisu sundae are notable mentions. While most feedback is glowing, a few patrons found the restaurant to be loud.
"Highly recommended dishes include the homemade pastas like agnolotti, pappardelle, and fazzoletti, as well as the roasted oysters, octopus carpaccio, and duck breast. Don't miss the apple cake or tiramisu sundae for dessert."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its excellent, high-quality Italian cuisine, particularly its homemade pasta dishes. While most reviews are positive, a few mention concerns about the restaurant being loud or having a less-than-ideal wine selection.
Important Note
Some diners have found the restaurant to be on the louder side, and one review mentioned a less-than-ideal wine list and pricing.
"Da Toscano is mentioned as a non-Michelin option that could be suitable."
Neutral"This commenter recommended Da Toscano as a good Italian dining option."
Positive"Da Toscano is listed as a restaurant recommendation."
Neutral"This commenter recommended Da Toscano as a fantastic Italian restaurant with realistic reservation possibilities, suitable for all courses and easy to reach despite not being in Midtown."
Positive"This user listed Da Toscano as a potential restaurant for lunch."
Positive"Da Toscano is mentioned as a 'moody adult restaurant' suitable for the request."
Positive"This user seconded the recommendation for Da Toscano, highlighting its great food and service as an 'under the radar' spot."
Positive"This user suggested Da Toscano as a potential restaurant."
Positive"Following a query about item number 8, a user expresses interest in trying the Octopus carpaccio after seeing its picture and comments, 'We need to try that. That looks beautiful.'"
Positive"The user describes Da Toscano as having a fun vibe, noting that everyone in the restaurant, except for their party, seemed to be regulars and were enjoying themselves."
Positive"In response to a query about item number 8 on the list, the user specifies it was Octopus carpaccio. They also mention that their artichoke appetizer was even better, though they did not take a photo of it."
Positive"This restaurant is suggested for parties of up to 8 people and is described as fantastic. The commenter also mentioned a new 'Group' filter on Open Table for finding suitable restaurants."
Positive"Based on Beli scores, Da Toscano is rated slightly higher than L'Artusi."
Positive"Although the author slightly prefers Misi, they find Da Toscano to be a good option, especially given its easier reservation process."
Neutral"The author unequivocally recommends Da Toscano."
Positive"Da Toscano is considered a clear winner over Misi, which the author found to be overrated and bland."
Positive"The author believes the pasta at Da Toscano is the best they've had anywhere."
Positive"The author believes Da Toscano is terrific and comparable to Torrisi, noting it is smaller, quieter, and offers more personalized service than L'Artusi."
Positive"The author confidently recommends Da Toscano, implying it is a better choice than Misi."
Positive"Having visited both Da Toscano and L'Artusi twice, the author definitively states Da Toscano is superior."
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