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La Toscana Ristorante, San Rafael, CA

La Toscana Ristorante

4.7
4.7
1556 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
We are centrally located off Hwy. 101 in San Rafael, across for the famous Frank Lloyd Wright Marin Civic Center. La Toscana is a family owned and operated Italian restaurant and bar located in Marin County. It was established in 1985 by Paolo Mori, his wife, Marilyn, and Michele Quilici. The owners all grew up in Lucca, Italy and immigrated to the U.S. in the late 1950s. They wanted to create an atmosphere that reminded them of home – a place where locals would gather to eat, meet friends and family and celebrate with food and wine as every Italian family does. Chef and co— owner Giovanni Racanello joined La Toscana in 1986. Paolo and Marilyn’s daughter, Laura Mori Riella, and youngest son, Michael Mori, joined the La Toscana team in 1992 and 2002, respectively. Paolo loved to make people feel welcome and, just like all the Moris, enjoyed his food and wine and loved to see others do the same. This is the proud tradition that La Toscana carries on.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30–20:30 Fri 11:30–21:30 Sat 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (415) 492-9100
  • Website
    http://www.ristorantelatoscana.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
  • Private party facilities
    Private Party facilities are available for parties of 14 or less in our Bar Room and up to 24 guests on our outdoor heated Patio . Please contact the restaurant to request the Private Dining Room or Patio.
  • Location
    3751 Redwood Highway, San Rafael, CA 94903
  • Area
    San Rafael
  • Cross Street
    North San Pedro
  • Parking details
    Street and Parking Lot Available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Antipasti

  • BurrataUS$13.00

    tomatoes, basil, evoo, balsamic glaze, sea salt

    • BruschettaUS$9.00

      tomatoes, basil, garlic, parmigiano, evoo

      • AranciniUS$14.00

        saffron risotto balls, prosciutto di parma, peas, mozzarella, tomato

        • Pork & Beef MeatballsUS$12.00

          tomato, pecorino romano

          • AntipastoUS$14.00

            cured Italian meats, mozzarella fresca, olives

            • Beef CarpaccioUS$15.00

              baby arugula, capers, red onions, parmigiano, dijon aioli

              • Fritto MistoUS$15.00

                calamari, rock shrimp, onions, artichokes, chipotle aioli

                • Zuppa

                  tuscan bean & kale soup

                  • PintUS$7.00
                  • QuartUS$14.00

                Insalate

                • Insalata MistaUS$8.00

                  organic greens, Italian vinaigrette

                  • ArugulaUS$10.00

                    goat cheese, pine nuts, champagne honey vinaigrette

                    • Caesar SaladUS$11.00

                      • Hearts of RomaineUS$11.00

                        point reyes blue cheese, Italian vinaigrette

                        • Spinach SaladUS$14.00

                          mushrooms, pancetta, red onions, Italian vinaigrette

                          • Insalata GamberoniUS$22.00

                            organic greens, prawns, goat cheese crostini, champagne honey vinaigrette

                            • Bay Shrimp LouieUS$16.00

                              • San VincenzoUS$22.00

                                (10% donated to timothy murphy school) romaine, chicken, avocado, tomato, mozzarella fresca, kalamata olives, Italian vinaigrette

                                Pasta

                                • Cacio e PepeUS$17.00

                                  Organic spaghetti, percorino romano, cracked pepper

                                  • OrecchietteUS$22.00

                                    Italian sausage, broccoli rabe, pecorino romano

                                    • Gnocchi della CasaUS$19.00

                                      potato gnocchi, choice of sauce

                                      • Spinach & Ricotta RavioliUS$22.00

                                        pesto, tomato cream or browned butter, sage, parmigiano

                                        • CannelloniUS$23.00

                                          (veal, chicken, pork), crepes, tomato, béchamel, jack

                                          • LasagneUS$19.00

                                            house made pork and beef lasagna

                                            • Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$20.00

                                              • CarbonaraUS$22.00

                                                fresh fettuccine, pancetta, onions, egg yolk, parmigiano

                                                • Pappardelle al CinghialeUS$23.00

                                                  wild boar, porcini sugo, pecorino romano

                                                  • TortelliniUS$21.00

                                                    (veal & prosciutto) prosciutto, peas, cream

                                                    • RisottoUS$22.00

                                                      porcini mushrooms, saffron, parmigiano

                                                      Secondi

                                                      • MelanzaneUS$19.00

                                                        roasted eggplant, tomato, mozzarella, basil

                                                        • Chicken ParmigianaUS$23.00

                                                          breaded chicken breast, tomato, jack

                                                          • Chicken MarsalaUS$23.00

                                                            marsala wine, mushrooms

                                                            • Fish of the Day

                                                              • AQ

                                                            • Prawns ToscanaUS$26.00

                                                              jumbo prawns, lemon, herbs, white wine, chilies

                                                              • Calamari Steak DoreUS$23.00

                                                                egg batter, lemon

                                                                • Beef Short RibUS$26.00

                                                                  polenta

                                                                  • Veal ScaloppineUS$26.00

                                                                    mushrooms, marsala wine, white wine

                                                                    • Broiled New York SteakUS$36.00

                                                                      • Grilled Lamb ChopsUS$36.00

                                                                        Specials

                                                                        • Heirloom TomatoesUS$13.00

                                                                          mozzarella, basil, EVOO

                                                                          • Rigatoni AmatricianaUS$21.00

                                                                            tomato, pancetta, onions, garlic, pecorino

                                                                            • Seafood RisottoUS$26.00

                                                                              calamari, rock shrimp, salmon, tomato

                                                                              • SalmonUS$26.00

                                                                                lemon risotto, arugula, cherry tomatoes

                                                                                Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                                                What 1,556 people are saying

                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                4.7
                                                                                4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                • 4.6Food
                                                                                • 4.6Service
                                                                                • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                • 4.5Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                • Marin

                                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                                • Marin

                                                                                  Best Value

                                                                                • Marin

                                                                                  Child-friendly

                                                                                • Marin

                                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                                • Marin

                                                                                  Great for fine wines

                                                                                • Marin

                                                                                  Italian

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                La Toscana Ristorante offers a warm, family-like atmosphere with "authentic Italian dishes" and "excellent service." Guests praise the "consistent quality" and delightful "cocktail program." While occasional noise is noted, the ambiance is festive, especially outdoors. It's a "wonderful local destination" with "delicious food," making it a staple in Marin.

                                                                                1,556 Reviews

                                                                                1. Deborah

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We really enjoyed the restaurant. We were greated and seated right way. The warm and slightly special atmosphere comes from the wood finishes, photo mural and fireplace in the dining room. The food was perfectly prepared, with the exception of the risotto which wasn't quite hot enough. The Frito Misto was perfectly crisp on the outside and moist and sweet on the inside for every bite. The steak was delicious and cooked to perfection as requested. We'll be back!

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                                                                                2. Debra

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  64 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  64 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Always a great dining experience. Absolutely love their Petrale sole!

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                                                                                3. Maggie

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  54 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  54 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                  We had a lovely lunch today. We started with the meatballs (they were out of arancini). Delicious. As was the warm bread. Then we split cacio de Pepe. It was tasty but maybe a bit too creamy. Secondi, I asked if they could make veal parmigiana (it’s not on the menu, but chicken parm is). Our waiter said sure making me quite happy. My friend had the eggplant parmigiana. Both were absolutely outstanding. We had a bottle of Paolo Sordo Barolo which punctuated everything perfectly! Fabulous food and service!!!

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                                                                                4. JanetM

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 6 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  It was my hubby’s 56 bday and the food was great! As always

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                                                                                5. David

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 6 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Lovely atmosphere. Friendly and welcoming service. Great value. I look forward to returning. Wine Wednesday is a great deal.

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                                                                                6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                  Hawaii

                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  14 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 5 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 3
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Been here many times. Food and drink is always good.

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                                                                                7. Larry

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 4 February 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  From the moment we entered the restaurant and greeted by the very nice young lady to the waite staff it was a wonderful experience, as ALWAYS. I’ve been coming here for 20 plus years and never have had a bad meal. Today I had calamari steak that was perfectly cooked with potatoes and green vegetable. Yum!!! Our waiters made sure our glasses were filled with water and Diet Cokes for my buddies. I’ll be coming back again. Interestingly, my two friends have returned here on other occasions with their families since I introduced them to La Toscana.

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                                                                                8. Jeff

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  13 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  13 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 30 January 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  You'll feel at home here if you grew up in a large, happy family who ate good food together and had someone make sure everyone was served and fed.

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                                                                                9. Gloria

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  21 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  21 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 29 January 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  Always the best food, the best service, the nicest people and so authentic with their Italian dishes. The petrale sole Dore and soft polenta really the best ever!

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                                                                                10. Gary

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  29 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  29 reviews

                                                                                  Dined on 25 January 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  This restaurant is consistently good - service, food quality, portions. Can be a bit loud in the main dining room if there are large parties.

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                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                La Toscana Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 492-9100.

                                                                                La Toscana Ristorante is rated 4.7 stars by 1556 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
                                                                                19:00
                                                                                Booked 22 times today

                                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                Google Map for La Toscana Ristorante

                                                                                3751 Redwood Highway, San Rafael, CA 94903

                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                                  North San Pedro
                                                                                • Area
                                                                                  San Rafael
                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                  Mon–Thu 11:30–20:30 Fri 11:30–21:30 Sat 16:00–21:00
                                                                                • Price
                                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                  Italian
                                                                                • Dining style
                                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                  Street and Parking Lot Available.
                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                • Additional
                                                                                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                • Website
                                                                                  http://www.ristorantelatoscana.com/
                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                  (415) 492-9100
                                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                                  Private Party facilities are available for parties of 14 or less in our Bar Room and up to 24 guests on our outdoor heated Patio . Please contact the restaurant to request the Private Dining Room or Patio.
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