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Cafe Toscana, Wilkes-Barre, PA

Cafe Toscana

4.8
4.8
323 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
Please call us at 570-208-1252 if you would like to make a reservation for more than 4 people.


Bringing a taste of the Old World to downtown Wilkes-Barre, Cafe Toscana is located at One Public Square in downtown Wilkes-Barre.

Our recipes are tried and true family favorites that represent the best that Tuscany and the surrounding region has to offer.

Cafe Toscana’s Northern Italian cuisine is light and delicate and allows the individual flavors to come through. We feature an array of tried and true family favorites, including veal, pasta, risotto, fish, steak and seafood, with a variety of specials to keep the menu always fresh and exciting. There are also an abundant asortment of homemade desserts on the menu.

A new and greatly expanded wine list gives customers plenty of choices for every dish and every palette.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Cafe Dining, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 15:00–22:00 Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (570) 208-1252
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Area
    Wilkes-Barre
  • Parking details
    Parking is free along the perimeter of Public Square after 6:00 p.m. Throughout the day, parking is also available nearby at the Citizens Bank Parkade, the Ramada Hotel Parkade and the Boscov’s Department Store Parkade as well other parking facilities throughout the City.
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 323 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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Best Overall

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Best Food

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Best Service

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Best Ambience

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Best Value

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Great for fine wines

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Good for special occasions

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Lively

  • Central Pennsylvania

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Toscana in Wilkes-Barre is a beloved gem offering "excellent food" and "fantastic service." Diners rave about the "delicious" Lobster/Avocado salad, braised rib ravioli, and indulgent desserts. The friendly, attentive staff and convenient downtown location enhance the experience, making it a top choice for locals and visitors alike.

323 Reviews
  1. Jeff

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small but inviting. Wait staff were friendly, meals were very flavorful and perfect portion size. A very enjoyable experience for me and my wife.

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  2. Brian

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All the food and experience was great. Food was awesome

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  3. Ramona

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here for dinner. The atmosphere was very nice and was greeted right away. Service was very good. A wonderful menu. The food was delicious! A great choice and will definitely go back.

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  4. jennifer

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a favorite! We go back time and time again and it’s always good. Never a bad dish have we been served!

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  5. Bill

    Philadelphia

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing find for a concert at the Kirby! Right around the corner and the food was superb

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  6. Janine

    VIP

    Orlando

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. It was our first time there we will definitely be back.

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  7. Gregory

    VIP

    New York City

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food. Nice portions. Staff was friendly. We will def be back

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  8. maria

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was slow and the food was subpar compared to other restaurants in the area. It was very disappointing to say the least

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  9. carl

    VIP

    New York City

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always consistent in service and food quality, can’t wait to visit again.

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  10. Michael

    Pittsburgh

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely and Charming DT location. Service focus and warm welcome. Service was excellent and only outperformed by the quality beverages and meal. Absolutely wonderful experience. Will return for sure when back in WB

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FAQs

Cafe Toscana is rated 4.8 stars by 323 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Cafe Toscana

1 Public Sq, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Wilkes-Barre
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 15:00–22:00 Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Cafe Dining, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is free along the perimeter of Public Square after 6:00 p.m. Throughout the day, parking is also available nearby at the Citizens Bank Parkade, the Ramada Hotel Parkade and the Boscov’s Department Store Parkade as well other parking facilities throughout the City.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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