Outstanding place! Do yourself a favor and have a nice dinner here. Artichoke and arugula salad...excellent. Halibut and sautéed spinach was fantastic. Ricotta ravioli was perfect. Friendly and welcoming staff. Attentive. Look forward to returning. read more

Italian restaurants and New York City just go so well together. Toscana 49 is a cozy little Italian restaurant on the East Side. We made reservations well in advance which was good because there was a large crowd here on a Saturday night. We started off by ordering a bottle of Chianti. For appetizers, we went with the Carpaccio and Eggplant dishes. Entrees ranged from my Chicken & Sausage to my wife's Veal Scallopini. All the dishes were well prepared and delicious! For dessert, we split the Lemon Tiramisu which was different but very good. If you're in NYC and looking for scenes from a great Italian restaurant, give Toscana 49 a try! read more

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The food was excellent the service was good. Went on a summer Friday for lunch and there were very few people so I really enjoyed the peace for a work lunch! Will be coming back with my husband soon! read more

We are from Baltimore, and we so enjoyed our dinner at this restaurant two years ago we had to come back again. We made a reservation online and they had our table ready when we arrived. Our server, Clay, was delightful and attentive. We enjoyed glasses of Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, and Chianti Classico. My husband I and shared the Pappa al Pomodoro, which is a delectable Tuscan bread and tomato soup as well as the Paglia e Fieno con Panna, Prosciutto e Piselli. This pasta is homemade "straw and hay" pasta with prosciutto and peas in a cream sauce. It took me right back to when I lived in Rome in the 1960's. It was a pasta that we loved to order there and that we rarely see on a menu in the USA. It was superb. Our friend started with the Insalata Cesare (Caesar salad), which she said was so crisp and fresh. For her main course, she ordered the Pollo alla Casseruola, which was an enormous portion of boneless chicken with sausage and peppers. She was so impressed with the depths of flavor. We all were delighted with our meals and send our compliments to the chef! Grazie per l'ottima cena! read more

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The food was fantastic--fresh and very flavorful. The ambiance, service and tablecloths just set this apart in the best way!!

We had a communal table dinner with Caprese salad , steak and tiramisu for dessert. Was a nice intimate dinner and the service was also very nice.. I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way for Toscana, but it was a solid choice for dinner. read more

Toscana 49 - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Wow! What a great experience I had here at Toscana49. We were created immediately from walking up from the sidewalk. We came during a Saturday lunch to find plenty of availability. I first appreciated being sat away from other diners at a 4 top for 2 guests. Service was quick, on top of checking in, filling glasses and immediately clearing the table of dishes. Food was also amazing. The bread service comes with a nice dipping oil. We shared a Cesar salad which should have for two and then the entries were the ravioli with home made cheese and the special tortellini with Italian sausage. The Avioli was buttery, and the tortellini ended up being very hearty and filling. Finally. We topped this all off with a in house made cheesecake. This is my favorite Italian in the city for sure, such a hidden gem! read more

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Beautiful place with a beautiful menu. I had an artichoke and avocado salad, and my husband had a delicious salad also. We both had pappardelle with mushrooms, but he stepped his up with black truffle , from the black truffle menu. Need I say more? All this while gazing from the roof top at the city, with St. Patrick's cathedral as the main attraction! I will go back! read more

As a visitor in New York, I was bracing myself for a dinner that would either cost me a second mortgage or come with a side of disappointment. But thanks to Yelp (and perhaps divine intervention from the pasta gods), I stumbled into Toscana 49, which wasn't too far of a walk from my hotel, and I'm so glad I did. This place isn't flashy. There's no pretentious signage, no "influencer corner" with a flower wall. But, what it does have is outstanding Italian food that speaks for itself. I started with the Caprese salad, featuring fresh basil, ripe tomato, and luscious water buffalo mozzarella (which, let's be honest, sounds like something you should only be able to get while watching the sunset in Tuscany). Perfectly balanced, light but satisfying, especially when I put some balsamic on it. A very classy start. For my entrée, I was feeling fish, so I went with the red snapper, which they had served with tomatoes, black olives, and capers. It was bright, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. If I lived nearby, I'd be back weekly like an old-school regular who the waiter greets by name. Oh, and shout-out to the bread basket. Not just a formality here as it came with this tomato-y, garlicky, herby dipping sauce that I couldn't quite identify, but let's just call it sun-dried tomato magic oil and move on. I'd buy a bottle of it if they sold it. Or bathe in it. No judgment. Then came the tiramisu, and let me tell you...this is where a lot of Italian places either fly or flop. Toscana 49? Full-on triple-axel stick-the-landing. It was light, creamy, not too sweet, not too boozy---the way I love my tiramisu. Prices were shockingly reasonable, especially for Manhattan. Like, "Wait... did they forget to charge me for something?" reasonable. No sticker shock, no tourist tax. Just good food, good value, and great service. If I lived in New York, Toscana 49 would absolutely be on my repertoire of Italian spots. read more

Toscana 49 - Red Snapper dish with tomatoes, black olives and capers. Yummy! - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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LOVE this restaurant so a definite must while visiting NYC. It is so charming but not only is the food delicious so was the service. We were visiting family and needed a table for 10pp and Richard came through for us on New Years Eve! Thank you for accommodating our large party and the food and ambiance was OUTSTANDING! Thank you to the team at Toscana 49! A delicious restaurant and cant' wait to come back soon on our next visit! Thank you again Richard and staff :) read more

Toscana 49 - The happiest customers! - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Met up with some friends for lunch when we realized our other option was closed for lunch on Thursdays. Very friendly service. Very noisy (almost cacophonous, my poor husband couldn't hear anything) our two adult children sat at their own separate table and ordered pasta which neither of them particularly enjoyed: Paglia E Fieno Con Panna, Prosciutto E Piselli - 3/5 Tagliolini Cacio e Pepe - 3/5 They didn't tell me more but both said it was "just okay" We had: Insalata di Carciofi - 4/5, solid salad with artichoke hearts, a little heavy on the dressing Special halibut with lemon wine sauce - 5/5, I thought this was outstanding and delicious Dentice alla Livornese - 3/5, red snapper with tomato, black olives, capers, husband ordered this and he said it was fine\ Salmone alla Griglia - 5/5, atlantic salmon with caper pesto, both of my friends ordered this and they thought it was excellent So, mixed reviews. and very loud, next time we're going to try the other Italian place on a Friday! read more

Came for a birthday dinner. Walked in to two birthday serenades. We were greeted warmly by the host and seated quickly. It's a nice dimly lit spot quiet enough for conversation but not awkwardly silent. We had the fettuccini with lamb Raghu, the skirt steak With roasted potatoes and the burst tray appetizer and the lasagna. Everything was well flavored and seasoned. I liked the lasagna and the steak the most cause we all tasted each other food !! read more

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Food was fantastic, I had the lasagna and it was to die for. The wife had the ribeye and said it was perfectly cooked and tender. The service was out of this world, reminded me of being in Italy. The ambience is that of a fancy Italian restaurant in Italy. A must try if you're looking for Italian food. $$$ on the price spectrum, but that's because I purchased an expensive bottle of wine. lol read more

A very good Italian place with a small menu and simple options. We enjoyed the Cacio E Pepe, Linguini Alle Vongole, and Insalata Toscana. The salad was good and refreshing, but a little overdressed. The pear and walnut add a good crunch texture which I really enjoyed. Our favorite dish of the night was the Cacio E Pepe. They used a homemade spinach tagliolini which made the dish green and looked a little off at first, but the flavor was perfect. The linguini alle vongole was also good, the flavor was more on the blander side. I would recommend if you're looking for an Italian place with simple options and homemade pastas. read more

Toscana 49 - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Had a really nice meal at Toscana 49 in NYC. The food was solid all around, and the spicy chicken stood out - it was simple but flavorful and cooked really well. The service was smooth and the atmosphere had a lively energy, but I have to dock a star because it was so loud inside. It got to the point where it was tough to hold a normal conversation, which took away from the overall experience. Still, the food and service made it worth the visit, and I'd come back, maybe at a quieter time. read more

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Thanks, Yelp for another great find! Impeccable service and amazing food. We started with an app special, burrata and roasted vegetables. Chose the Tagliolini Cacio e Pepe and the Lasagna, and dared to follow up with house made creme brûlée and cappuccino. Don't miss out on this treasure of a place! read more

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There were 7 of us here for dinner. We got the back table near the wine wall. This is a very cosy little Italian place. Food was delicious, and it was service with a smile. The place can get a little noisy but overall it is a good ambience. But note that they only have one bathroom for the whole restaurant. read more

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Quiet place but their Mushroom Rissotto is very rich and creamy! The portion is also not as big as usual. read more

Toscana 49 - Risotto ai Funghi Porcini - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

My wife and I had an absolutely delicious meal at the restaurant. The service was impeccable, not intrusive, and we never felt rushed. The shrimp with beans and the artichoke with shaved Parmesan were perfect starters. I enjoyed the pasta with lamb ragu and my wife had tagliatelle pasta. The espresso and lemon sorbet were a delicious finish. read more

I went back again and had a similar great experience. I have wanted that same seafood pasta special for a while (one year since I had it) and the last time I went they didn't have it listed as a special. This time it wasn't listed again so I showed my server a picture. He knew exactly what it was and said "I think we can make that for you, let me check with the chef". And boom, they made it and it was just as great as the first time. The bread service is also good. The burrata appetizer was good, not great but the prosciutto that came with it was excellent. The service was obviously amazing and I will go back again when I'm in town. read more

Toscana 49 - Seafood pasta special with fresh made spaghetti - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Highly recommend. Great atmosphere and ambiance. I can't think of a better place in Manhattan for a nice meal and a glass of wine. The pasta dishes were excellent. A generous portion of Tiramisu was the best I ever had. Waitstaff service was beyond exceptional. read more

Service is impeccable - friendly- professional The food- oh my gosh. Couldnt fault it. We had steak, spaghetti with shrimp, lasagne and ravioli. Large sizes- amazing flavours. We were so full but still had dessert. Fantastic presentation, size and flavour. We are from Australia and will recommend to anyone coming over to New York. Gorgeous little restaurant read more

Seriously one of the best meals I've ever had. Everything was delicious! So thankful I don't live close by or they would be getting all my money read more

We came in for dinner and had a lovely experience. The restaurant is beautiful and service is amazing. One of our waiters had even been there 30 years. You can't find anything better than that. We started with bread and a sun dried tomato oil and it was yummy. I wish the bread had been warm, but that's just a small critique. To drink, I had an aperol spritz and it was perfect. For my entree, I had the Tagliolini Cacio e Pepe. It was lovely. The pasta is fresh, the sauce was rich, and the spinach flavor was strong in the best way. I tried my mom's halibut and it was stunning. I felt like the prices were great and the food portions were a good value. Overall, this place is lovely and I would certainly come back. read more

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Awesome Italian restaurant. Marvelous dinner, super service We had Tayaa as our waiter, he was perfect. Red Snapper and Lasagna were so delicious. Lovely Ambuance, no restaurant couldn't be better anywhere! read more

Our absolute favorite Italian restaurant, it never disappoints. From the white tablecloths, old school service and charming host, Richard, to the yummy food. I especially love the mushroom risotto, house salad and Gamberi e Cannelli. You'll love it! Sandy D. read more

Took a few coworkers there for dinner. Food and service amazing. Hidden gem. Ambience rivaled any Italian place.

Food was absolutely amazing. The restaurant is adorable! Will definitely come again!

Came here with friends for a weekday dinner - really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere was cozy! Service was fast and attentive, only complaint is that the waiter tried really hard to sell more wine to us, which was a bit uncomfortable. Other than that we really enjoyed the food - quality and portion size- and ease of reservation. Food wise I especially recommend this pasta dish - Spaghetti alla Chitarra e gamberi: Guitar Spaghetti with shrimp and arugula in light tomato sauce. It was well seasoned so the flavor was just right, and there were quite a few pieces of shrimp in the dish! Overall I would come again for a great Italian dinner! read more

Toscana 49 - Spaghetti alla Chitarra e gamberi: Guitar Spaghetti with shrimp and arugula in light tomato sauce - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Incredible fresh pasta with incomparable service. This place makes sure you are treated well from your greeting to server to farewell.

Great food, halibut was awesome. Richard took good care of us. Lovely atmosphere. Very bustling but efficient. Highly recommend.

The most delicious food! Lots of flavors and authentic Italian recipes. We enjoyed speaking with our waiter Tayaa. Looking forward to dining here again the next time we are in the city. Would highly recommend! read more

This restaurant was absolutely amazing! The food was delicious.! The service was great! I don't have anything negative to say at all. I would recommend this place for a nice lunch or dinner. I love how intimate the setting and ambiance was as I had went to lunch with a co worker. read more

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I can't believe I ordered spaghetti at a restaurant, but this one was worth it! The ambiance was also good, just be aware the floors are very slippery! read more

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The John Dory Fish special was great last evening. Classic NY Italian with very fair pricing and a convenient location. read more

I found myself at Toscana 49 for a work holiday dinner. I generally have low expectations when it comes to restaurants in Midtown, since many of them are a dime a dozen. However, I'm always open to trying somewhere new, and since it was a chance to also bond with my colleagues off the clock, I was really excited for this experience. I was initially surprised by the size and aesthetics of Toscana 49. Like other Midtown restaurants, I was expecting a large space, with contemporary decor. What I found was a small, narrowish restaurant that had an older aesthetic to it while still looking fresh. It was actually very cozy in there, even though it was relatively small the white walls and decor kept the space open. They also have some outdoor seating, and a large bar as soon as you walk in. The menu wasn't too crazy - it had the typical apps and entrees that I have seen at other Italian restaurants; they had a pretty good specials menu if you're looking for something slightly different. We decided to start by sharing apps: eggplant parm, artichoke salad, and mussels. These were all very good - I especially liked the mussels; I usually only eat them around the holidays so my mind and taste buds went straight to Christmas Eve. For my main I decided on pasta - the spaghetti with shrimp and arugula was speaking to me so I went with that. I thought the pasta was good, it wasn't exactly al dente, but not mushy which I was glad to see. This dish is traditionally prepared with a light tomato sauce, which usually means they add cream to it; if they did in this case, it was minimal because the dish wasn't rich at all. It was a welcome change, since some restaurants tend to make the sauce too creamy which leaves me plodding out the door at the end of the night. For dessert I had their tiramisu which was pretty good, though I would have liked a little more espresso flavor coming through. Service was good, everyone was friendly and efficient. Overall, I had a good experience at Toscana 49. I'm picky when it comes to Italian restaurants, so it's nice to know that theres a good one here in Midtown. I would return if given the opportunity. read more

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Great food but better service. Food was so authentic, took us back to Italy! Will recommend all day long. Ambiance was great.

This place was an absolute 5 star review for us. Party of 4 so I got to try lots of dishes. We had the Paglia e Fieno, fettuccine with lamb ragu, lasagna, and steak. Also got the caprese and Caesar salads. They start your table with some sun dried tomato and oil with fresh bread and just from that point I knew it was gonna be tops. We finished off with crème brûlée and tiramisu which were absolutely fantastic. Like some of the best I've ever had. Service was great. Venue is small but cozy. This will be an absolute go-to every time I'm in town. It's some of the best Italian I've had anywhere including Italy proper. All fresh made pastas, house made desserts, etc. read more

Toscana 49 - Paglia e Fieno con Panna, Prosciutto e Pisseli - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Toscana 49 really captures the essence of a cozy Italian trattoria, right in midtown Manhattan. The complimentary bread served with a dipping sauce was a good start. I opted for the house Cabernet, which was nice. For my main course, I chose the Spaghetti Pomodoro and was pleasantly surprised by the freshness of the pasta, which I was told was homemade. I also had the chance to try the specialty duck and salmon dishes. My favorite being the duck! While the prices were on the higher side, the quality of the food and the service provided by the staff made it worth it. read more

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Superb food, great service, lovely environment. On our third visit in two years, we were greeted like old friends--"you're back! how nice to see you again!". Now that's great service. White linen tablecloths, fresh flowers on every table, warm and comfortable ambIance, very reasonable prices, especially given the quality of the food. Delicious complimentary bread with sun-dried tomato oil. We love this place. read more