Trattoria Toscana

(212) 675-8736

64 Carmine St (Carmine St and Bedford St)
New York, NY 10014 40.72977 -74.00416

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Neighborhoods: West Village, Downtown

Hours:

Sat-Sun 12pm-3pm

Last updated 5.12.11

Category:

Restaurants, Catering

Parking:

Street Parking, Street Meters

Payment Methods:

American Express, Cash, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Romantic Dining, Brunch, Date Spot, Group Dining, Carry Out

Cuisine:

Italian

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What People Are Saying About Trattoria Toscana

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Trattoria Toscana enlightens locals with authentic Italian flavors sprung from Northen Italy for an international experience without the traveling stress.

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What to Drink:
From American red and white wines to Italian picks, as well as champagne and sparkling wine, guests can enjoy a refreshing taste to compliment their meal.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. “loved everything about this quaint place, it was charming, romantic and a fun place to go for dinner- I am definitely going back!”
  2. “Small, cozy place, but very romantic if you need it to be, and great for groups.”
  3. “The ambiance is adorable and the food is wonderful (and reasonably priced).”
  4. “The ambiance, the staff and of course, Franco make this a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or just to treat yourself to a wonderful authentic Italian meal.”
  5. “Great Food, Great Service, Nice location, and beautiful restaurant!”
  6. “The atmosphere always makes you feel like you are one of the family and the service is SUPERB!”
  7. “Dim lights, romantic traditional Italian bistro environment that creates sophistication and warmth, makes me believe no wonder why I proposed to my girl friend.”
  8. “If you are looking for a romantic place to take that special someone then this is the place.”
  9. “delicious reasonably-priced food, family atmosphere.”
dessert
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. “The dessert tray looked great but we were to full to have dessert.”
  2. “We started with the a warm antipasto that was just right and then had different pasta dishes for our entree: homemade pasta with proscuitto, herbs and cream for her, and pappardelle with chicken, mushrooms and cream for me.”
  3. “would also recommend the cold antipasta mista and the cheese cake for dessert.”
drinks
85.71000099182129% positive
  1. “The long bar is also very nice and drinks are very good.”
  2. “We loved the space on Carmine Street which allows for pre-dinner drinks at the bar or drinks and appetizers at outside tables for people watching.”
  3. “The wine list includes some beautiful Italian and California wines.”
  4. “The bar is also nice and drinks are very good.”
  5. “This resturant is perfect for people who are in need of the "wine and dine" with great service catering your food craving without braking your pockets.”
  6. “Our waiter MJ was wonderful, great suggestions for wine and specials.”
  7. “In addition, the wine has never been disappointing.”
food quality
97.77999877929688% positive
  1. “The ambiance, the staff and of course, Franco make this a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or just to treat yourself to a wonderful authentic Italian meal.”
  2. “This new restaurant named Trattoria Toscana, formerly known as Oreste Trattoria, is a beautiful restaurant with outdoor seating and great & delicious food.”
  3. “For main course we had a Arista, a thick as a brick cut of pork loin on the bone, so tender and juicy, and a florentine steak good to feed a family of four.”
  4. “Good service, relaxing, and great food”
  5. “delicious reasonably-priced food, family atmosphere.”
  6. “The portabello mushrooms could be the best in the city!”
  7. “The service was very attentive, the food unparalleled.”
  8. “recommend starting with the anti pasta, ceaser salad withamazingly fresh anchovies.”
  9. “love this quaint and authentic restaurant.”
  10. “The food was excellent and the price was extremely reasonable.”
  11. “The pasta was excellent.”
  12. “And Frnco did not let me down on the food: a luscios antipasto freddo came to share, with fresh burrata, prosciutto, roasted peppers and seafood salad.”
  13. “The food is outstanding, the service extraordinary and the prices easy to swallow and worth every penny.”
  14. “The entrees including the arista di maile(roast loin of pork) left me cleaning the plate with the delicious bread.”
  15. “This means that this Trattoria begs you to order off-the menue and you will have your dish prepared and presented properly.”
  16. “In fact it was by far the best meal we had this trip.”
  17. “The wait staff are very friendly, and the food is out of this world.”
  18. “There is not one bad thing on the menu, the pastas, the entree's, the appetizers, everything is so fresh and seasoned to perfection.”
  19. “amazing italian food for a great price!”
  20. “As usual , both the food and service were excellent.”
  21. “Not only is the Tuscan food first class, but the customer service is amazing!”
  22. “The antipasto with 5 different tastings from fresh seafood salad to the burrata cheese was excellent.”
  23. “This resturant is perfect for people who are in need of the "wine and dine" with great service catering your food craving without braking your pockets.”
  24. “If you want authentic, mouth-watering cuisine, affordable prices, and a host and chefs that will truly take care of you, then I highly recommend Trattoria Toscana (formerly Oreste).”
  25. “The host makes you feel at home, and the chefs serve exquisite dishes to make your dining experience at 64 Carmine Street a fabulous & enjoyable event.”
  26. “The food is excellent.”
  27. “It is difficult to recommend a particular dish because they are each so specific and tasty but I am definitely looking forward to our next meal there.”
  28. “The ingredients are always fresh.”
  29. “Great food and service”
  30. “The food was great and the owner was walking around talking with the tables.”
  31. “We started with the a warm antipasto that was just right and then had different pasta dishes for our entree: homemade pasta with proscuitto, herbs and cream for her, and pappardelle with chicken, mushrooms and cream for me.”
  32. “The food had bold flavors with fresh ingredients and lavish portions.”
  33. “Either bring a date or a group of friends, full dinners or just pasta.”
  34. “The ambiance is adorable and the food is wonderful (and reasonably priced).”
  35. “It's good to know that there are still places like this in New York where you can enjoy authentic italian food without breaking our budget.”
  36. “Whether we choose a special pasta or any of the other memorable secondi piatti e.g. Osso Bucco, Veal Chop, etc. we are never disappointed.”
  37. “The wait staff are friendly, and the food is out of this world.”
  38. “few of our favorites were the special appetizer plate which includes burrata, prosciutto with figs, filet mignon with a type of green sauce, sliced tomato with marinated white anchioves, and seafood salad and the incredible Porterhouse steak which two p”
  39. “OK-It's rustic but new/old with the return of Chef and partner Fazzuoli along with Chef Abreu -These supremly gifted Chefs prepare modern/classic Italian dishes that shine with fresh produce,veal and fresher fish-We loved the Pistaccioso Salmon and the Ve”
  40. “had an event to share with some relatives and all were impressed with the service,fantastic food and especially the price!”
  41. “The pastas, all homemade, were fresh, light, and very flavorful (my favorite is strozzapretti).”
  42. “Tratoria Toscana made us feel like part of Franco's family, its owner, that's why certainly will repeat this lovely and authentic italian experience.”
  43. “Everything that Steve the chef prepared for us was delicious, but the tripes are out of this world !”
  44. “Everything that I have ordered has been delicious!”
  45. “The service was attentive and friendly, while the food was excellent.”
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. “There is not one bad thing on the menu, the pastas, the entree's, the appetizers, everything is so fresh and seasoned to perfection.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “This is the best restaurant , I have been to in awhile.”
  2. “was introduced to Trattoria Toscana by a dear friend when a long-time favorite restaurant had closed.”
  3. “What a great place.”
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. “OK-It's rustic but new/old with the return of Chef and partner Fazzuoli along with Chef Abreu -These supremly gifted Chefs prepare modern/classic Italian dishes that shine with fresh produce,veal and fresher fish-We loved the Pistaccioso Salmon and the Ve”
service
100.0% positive
  1. “What wonderful people.”
  2. “The wait staff are friendly, and the food is out of this world.”
  3. “few of our favorites were the special appetizer plate which includes burrata, prosciutto with figs, filet mignon with a type of green sauce, sliced tomato with marinated white anchioves, and seafood salad and the incredible Porterhouse steak which two p”
  4. “Our waiter MJ was wonderful, great suggestions for wine and specials.”
  5. “The service was attentive and friendly, while the food was excellent.”
  6. “The wait staff are very friendly, and the food is out of this world.”
  7. “The staff is very warm and witty, never sacrificing professionalism.”
  8. “Great service, warm hospitality, it's a wonderful place for a group dinner or a date.”
  9. “Not only is the Tuscan food first class, but the customer service is amazing!”
  10. “Good service, relaxing, and great food”
  11. “This resturant is perfect for people who are in need of the "wine and dine" with great service catering your food craving without braking your pockets.”
  12. “The service is great and Franco is a true italian delight himself.”
  13. “The atmosphere always makes you feel like you are one of the family and the service is SUPERB!”
  14. “had an event to share with some relatives and all were impressed with the service,fantastic food and especially the price!”
  15. “Great food and service”
  16. “The ambiance, the staff and of course, Franco make this a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or just to treat yourself to a wonderful authentic Italian meal.”
  17. “The service was very attentive, the food unparalleled.”
  18. “The food is outstanding, the service extraordinary and the prices easy to swallow and worth every penny.”
  19. “This friendly and reasonably priced Village restaurant is DEFINITELY worth a trip.”
  20. “As usual , both the food and service were excellent.”
  21. “We loved the space on Carmine Street which allows for pre-dinner drinks at the bar or drinks and appetizers at outside tables for people watching.”
value
100.0% positive
  1. “The food had bold flavors with fresh ingredients and lavish portions.”
  2. “The food is outstanding, the service extraordinary and the prices easy to swallow and worth every penny.”
  3. “amazing italian food for a great price!”
  4. “had an event to share with some relatives and all were impressed with the service,fantastic food and especially the price!”
  5. “The food was excellent and the price was extremely reasonable.”
  6. “This friendly and reasonably priced Village restaurant is DEFINITELY worth a trip.”
  7. “If you want authentic, mouth-watering cuisine, affordable prices, and a host and chefs that will truly take care of you, then I highly recommend Trattoria Toscana (formerly Oreste).”
  8. “The best part was that despite being a huge group, we were able to talk all through the evening and didn't feel rushed at any point.”
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. “was introduced to Trattoria Toscana by a dear friend when a long-time favorite restaurant had closed.”
  2. “The long bar is also very nice and drinks are very good.”
4 Star Rating: Recommended

04/22/11

Great Little Spot

by kdship at Citysearch

My hubby and I went there for a much-needed "date night" on a Wednesday evening. Attentive service, excellent, no-frills food. Could've used some music to drown out the bar noise-- weird to be in a restaurant without any music-- but otherwise it was great. Try the cheesecake-- it's insanely good!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/04/11

Simply One of the *BEST*.

by NonStopFoodie at Citysearch

ScoopNYC's review is WRONG!!!

I can't imagine that the experience you described occurred at Trattoria Toscana... perhaps, your tastes and influences of the art of Northern Italian Cuisines are misconstrued. Fortunately, I will set the record straight.

For those of us who have been long time patrons of Trattoria Toscana , and followed the career path of the owner and executive chef, Franco Fazzuoli, know he had advid, notable followers of his Nona's bolognese such as James Beard and Alfredo Viazzi. So, take note that your bolognese sauce will absolutely be of the highest caliber--- it never disappoints!

Veal Chop with Porcini Mushrooms and Sage, Bistica a la Fiorentina, Parpadella with Rabbit Ragu, Duck Ravioli, and Lobster Risotto... are just a FEW examples of the dishes that are prepared to PERFECTION!

Conversely, the service has always been delightfully charming, gracious and never anything less.

The dishes are so seductive, so tantalizing, so mesmerizing--- much like a magic spell. So, if you've ever truly dined at Trattoria Toscana, you would never forget about it. In fact, you would dream about it. ;)

3 Star Rating: Average

09/23/10

Good food -- not extraordinary food -- at fair prices

by Scoop NYC at Citysearch

Don't be fooled by all the five star reviews. This is not one of the great Italian places in the city. It's a pleasant local joint that serves tasty but forgettable food.

Examples? The Bolognese sauce is the ground beef with tomato sauce and pepper -- the sauce you always get at restaurants that can't be bothered to stew the meat and tomatoes for hours and hours until they combine into something that is neither liquid nor solid. The ground beef Bolognese sauce here is fine, but proper Bolognese sauce is transcendent. And if you doubt the gulf is as large as I say, go to Babbo and try their Bolognese sauce.

But that's not all. I asked for a veal chop medium rare and it came medium well. It's an easy mistake. Veal is hard to cook. The difference between medium rare and medium well is about 90 seconds, but it's a mistake that rarely happens at truly top places.

The service is also a bit slow.

All this is not to say you shouldn't give TT a try. It's just to say this place is not some magical spot.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/28/10

Local escape from reality--- mini vacay!

by Sussyshine at Citysearch

CARAMEL PASTA! It's the chef's special,"Caramel Ripene: Homemade candy shaped pasta that is stuffed with proscuitto veal and chicken. This dish is served with a light cream sauce and vegetables." Oh,boy! It's genius! Not only is the food perfection, but the service just takes all your cares away. From the time we walked in to the time we left, we were treated better than family! Bravo Trattoria Toscana!

  • Pros: The BEST Italian Food you'll ever eat
  • Cons: the meal has to end at somepoint!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/12/10

Bravo Trattoria Toscana

by Joy Ricci at Citysearch

This is the place for pasta plus! Each pasta dish is prepared with the finest ingredients and served perfectly! The ambiance, the staff and of course, Franco make this a perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or just to treat yourself to a wonderful authentic Italian meal. It's always a treat for us to eat at Trattoria Toscana. Whether we choose a special pasta or any of the other memorable secondi piatti e.g. Osso Bucco, Veal Chop, etc. we are never disappointed.

  • Pros: Pasta, pasta, pasta

The Details on Trattoria Toscana

Place Categories:

  • excellent authentic italian food
  • great customer service
  • beautiful village restaurant
  • delicious everything
  • romantic place
  • light pastas
  • witty wait staff
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  • light homemade
  • great suggestions
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  • beautiful dinner
  • enjoyable event
  • warm antipasto
  • very nice long bar
  • loved fishwe
  • cold cheese cake
  • very good drinks
  • fresh ingredients
  • authentic italian experience
  • nice location
  • good florentine steak
  • nice background
  • affordable price
  • fresh seafood salad