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Toscana Brentwood
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Toscana Brentwood
8.2
A Brentwood staple serving rustic Tuscan cooking in a tight, always-busy trattoria. The lasagna leans classic and hearty, and the decades-long run shows in the steady execution and loyal regular crowd.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Meat Lasagna, Tagliatelle Bolognese, Black Truffle & Burrata Pizza
Scores:
Value: 7.3
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: A celebrity-and-local Tuscan institution anchoring San Vicente since 1989.
Who should go: Fans of old-school Westside Italian.
When to visit: Lunch or early dinner before the rush.
What to order: Lasagna, tagliatelle bolognese, truffle burrata pizza.
Insider tip: Request a patio table if you want quieter conversation.
Toscana Brentwood
8.3
A Brentwood classic serving Tuscan comfort since 1989, with a softly bustling trattoria dining room and a wine program that’s quietly serious. Handmade pastas and grilled mains keep things timeless, making it a reliable romantic fallback.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spaghetti alle vongole, Brasato al Barolo, Black truffle burrata pizza
Scores:
Value: 7.7
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 8
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Old-guard Brentwood Italian with a deep wine bench.
Who should go: Couples wanting a proven classic.
When to visit: Weeknight dinners for easy reservations.
What to order: Vongole, brasato, truffle pizza.
Insider tip: Split a pasta and a grill main—portions are generous.
Toscana Brentwood
8.4
A Brentwood institution serving rustic Tuscan cooking in a warm, trattoria-like setting. Pastas and grilled mains land with quiet confidence, and the long-running neighborhood loyalty reflects steady execution over decades.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black truffle & burrata pizza, Gnocchi al pesto Genovese, Spaghetti alle vongole
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: Old-school Tuscan comfort with Westside polish since 1989.
Who should go: Families, regulars, and classic Italian fans.
When to visit: Lunch for a calmer, sunlit room.
What to order: Truffle pizza, gnocchi pesto, vongole.
Insider tip: Ask for a patio table if you want quieter conversation.
Toscana Brentwood
8.4
A longtime Brentwood trattoria with a relaxed patio and a menu rooted in Tuscan tradition. Handmade pastas, grilled fish, and a deep wine list keep this classic relevant for both weeknight regulars and special-occasion diners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pappardelle Bolognese, Branzino al Limone, Ricotta Cheesecake
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.8
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: A Brentwood staple serving Tuscan comfort with steady execution.
Who should go: Neighborhood regulars and low-key celebrations
When to visit: Weekday lunch or early dinner
What to order: Bolognese, branzino, ricotta cheesecake
Insider tip: The pasta specials are often the quiet winners.
Toscana Brentwood
8.4
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Group Dining Gatherings
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Pet Friendly Paradise
A Brentwood classic since 1989 with a dog-friendly outdoor setup and a menu of Tuscan comfort staples. It’s the kind of place locals default to for dependable pasta, grilled fish, and that bustling San Vicente energy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tagliatelle bolognese, Gnocchi al pesto, Black truffle & burrata pizza
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.8
What makes it special: A long-running neighborhood anchor with a reliable dog-friendly patio.
Who should go: Regulars, families, and power-lunch crews with dogs
When to visit: Lunch on weekdays or early dinner
What to order: Bolognese, gnocchi al pesto, truffle burrata pizza
Insider tip: Split a pasta and a pizza—portions are generous.
Toscana Brentwood
8.6
A long-running Brentwood trattoria that still feels like a neighborhood dining room, with wood-fired staples and pastas that hit the classic Tuscan comfort zone. Locals come for the steady execution, warm service rhythm, and an Italian-leaning wine list that makes weeknight dinners feel like an occasion.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black Truffle & Burrata Pizza, Tagliatelle Bolognese, Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 8.8
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 8.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: A Brentwood institution since 1989 with reliably executed Tuscan classics.
Who should go: Italian comfort seekers and neighborhood regulars.
When to visit: Weeknight dinner or leisurely weekend lunch.
What to order: Truffle burrata pizza, tagliatelle bolognese, cacio e pepe.
Insider tip: Ask about off-menu seasonal pastas and daily specials.