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Rosti Tuscan Kitchen

931 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
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Lasagna

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Rosti Tuscan Kitchen 7.9
Montana Avenue
Neighborhood Tuscan restaurant established in 1990 serving hearty portions of traditional Italian comfort food. Wood-fired oven from Tuscany produces excellent pizzas alongside their classic meat lasagna.
Must-Try Dishes: Traditional Meat Lasagna, Pollo Al Mattone, Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza
Scores:
Value: 8.5 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8 Atmosphere: 7.3 Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Authentic wood-fired oven handmade in Tuscany
Who should go: Families and casual dinner crowds
When to visit: Weekend brunch 11am-2pm for unique offerings
What to order: Lasagna, brick chicken, risotto
Insider tip: $10 corkage fee if you bring your own wine
Logistics & Planning
Parking: 2-hour street parking on Montana, easier before 6pm. Paid lot behind Whole Foods 2 blocks away
Dress code: Casual - locals in everything from gym clothes to business casual
Noise level: Lively but manageable - can have conversation without shouting
Weekend wait: 30-45 min typical, call ahead for waitlist
Weekday lunch: Usually seated immediately, busy 12:30-1:30pm
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - eggplant parm, multiple pastas, pizzas customizable
Vegan options: Very limited - can modify salads and pasta marinara
Gluten-free options: Some options - risotto, salads, but no GF pasta or pizza
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for 3rd date onwards - cozy but casual, portions meant for sharing, not trying too hard
Can I get a table without a reservation? Weeknights usually yes if before 7pm or after 8:30pm. Always reserve for weekends
Is it kid-friendly? Very - high chairs, kids menu, staff brings bread quickly, families welcome until 9pm
Best For
Better for: Authentic comfort Italian without pretension - better portions and prices than trendy spots, wood-fired pizza rivals dedicated pizzerias
Skip if: You want innovative Italian or Instagram-worthy plating - this is about generous traditional cooking