Dal Toscano Restaurant

Excellent Tuscan restaurant near the Vatican. Impressive Florentine steaks. Absolutely the real deal. The other Tuscan menu items are equally delicious. Giovanni provided amazing service. A definite treat.

This was a local spot that was the perfect escape from the tourist areas. Unlike most of our meals, the waiter didn’t speak great English - which further confirms the above. We got fried zucchini, two pastas, and the veal. All was sublime. They even called us a cab back to our hotel. Our res was at 8 but the restaurant got to full capacity around 10. We stayed until 11…

The place is a spot for locals and yes that’s exactly it. Just locals. We are an Asian family that went there to dine for our first night in Rome. We were last to be served even tho we were the first to order, the waiter also missed out our order of wine while opening bottles for others. Then when the food came the fillet was just minced beef that barely had a sear on each side of u could even call it that and totally raw in the middle. The Florentine steak had good texture but no flavour. Overall it was a terrible experience. Service was horrible as we were neglected and the totally not worth the 180 euros we paid for 1 veal, 1 florentine steak, 1 beef fillet, 1 lamp which were just ribs with nibbles of meat attached to the bone. Would not recommend if you are a tourist.

The food was OK except my hamburger meat (filetto haché) was served very raw. The waiter did notice and took it back to be cooked more... otherwise I would have given the food a five. The pasta arabiatta and other food we ordered was very good

I really liked everything in this restaurant! The quality of the dishes was top-notch, and everything was very tasty. I used the calorie counting service mentioned in the photo. It's really convenient, and now it's much easier to keep track of my diet. A great solution for those who monitor their nutrition!

I got a bonus from the website (you can see it in the photo) and decided to treat myself to dinner. The food was just what I wanted — homemade, delicious, nothing fancy. The meat was tender, and the potatoes melted in my mouth. The evening felt calm and pleasant, especially knowing it all came from an unexpected gift.

Start with one liner "one of the best in the area and may be within rome" Very good service with so much cleanness. During my visit, it was really crowded with public who were looking like the Italians or may be some visitors from neighboring countries. Service was at its best, and food as well except the cost which was slightly more. Food - 4/5 Service - 5/5 Ambiance - 4/5 Cost - 4/5 Go and enjoy the Italian food there.

This was our last place we dined at in Rome and it was absolutely delicious. We ordered the steak Florentine and it was so delicious. Paired it with a really great red wine and we were in heaven. Would definitely go back to this place when we return to Rome.

Get away from the Vatican and come here for the BEST food around, great friendly staff on top of great food!

Our wonderful evening was arranged by a friend in Canada who knows one of the servers (Massimo). It was a beautiful night in the Prati district, and we were fortunate to be able to dine al fresco. This is a place for carnivores. It was a bit of a dance to find something that I could eat. The rest of my party went nuts for the everything that we were brought. Big hits were pici alla Toscana and saltimbocca alla Romana, which allows us to try both types of their regional specialties. The service was outstanding, no doubt due to our Canadian connection. After dinner they brought out a *bottle* of vin santo and biscotti, complimentary, of course. Six of my family members have gone to Dal Toscano at different times within the last year and we all raved about our experiences. I wouldn't hesitate to send anyone there. Closed Mondays. Reservations strongly recommended.

When in Rome, you must go to dal Toscano. They are proud of their meats, I am from Texas where beef is king. The steak I had at dal Toscano was superb and cooked exactly as I wanted it. Everything we had there (and I sampled what my friend got) was excellent. The ambience is delightful and the service is outstanding. Massimo was a perfect host.

When in Rome treat yourself to a delicious steak! Melt in your mouth delicious aged steaks but not many sides to choose from. Reservation only so be sure to call ahead

This is one of the best restaurant in Rome. Bistecca a la Fiorentina... absolutely the best.

Atmosphere: classic Italian restaurant on a beautiful and quiet tree-lined street. The outdoor seating is cozy aside from the occasional vendor peddling goods or needy asking for money. The servers are accommodating and will make special requests based on dietary restrictions. The good: interesting and surprisingly tasty take on squash blossoms, which were stuffed with mozzarella and fried in a light and fluffy batter. The pumpkin ravioli in a butter and safe stuff were rich and flavorful, and the dough was clearly homemade. I enjoyed the vegetable soup, which was a classic trinity of veggies plus potato and stock. The fried artichokes were lightly battered of the meatiest parts of the artichokes. Could be better: very few options for vegetarians. I think gluten-free would be ok if meat is an options. Most appetizers were on the heavy and fried side, and there were not salads on the menu.

Excellent service! Great meal. Not the tourist trap like many in the area. Authentic. Loved the Tuscan beans with sage, a great vegan option. We tried several of their house classic dishes which did not disappoint.

Beautiful tree lined street blocks from the Vatican but not in the bustle of tourists. Attentive waiters. Good food. And bonus- nicest bathrooms in any public place we have been to in all of Italy.

Worth the visit to get away from the tourist place. Fair price and good food The veal salting a and the pasta were quite good

Nothing says more about a restaurant than it being full of locals. And Ristorante dal Toscano was that. It's famous for its steak. My wife had the beef fillet. Perfect. I had the beef sirloin. Latter was a fattier cut. Both were cooked on the rare side of medium rare. Delicious. That plus a salad, beans, bread and half litre of excellent house red set us back 79€. Ambience and service were warm and inviting. Our B&B hostess, Emma at the excellent Roman Suite, recommended the restaurant and made the booking. It's one of her favorites and our expectations were met. It was our 6th wedding anniversary dinner. And it was romantic, fun and very good. Evenings it's open from 2000 - 2315. Walk in is possible. But after 2015 it could be a lengthy wait, so better to book.

Great atmosphere.. Would recommend reservations for al fresco dining. Pasta and beef were great. Locals dine at this location Making it an authentic Roman/Tuscan experience.

Our tour guide recommend this place has a great local place to eat. The food was excellent and we were not disappointed. Excellent service at decent prices. The pasta was cooked just right.

NOT REALLY WORTH THE EFFORT. This restaurant was recommended by a local and wish we never asked. Our waiter didn't speak English and was incredibly rude. When my wife tried to order to porcini mushrooms he said "finished" 3 times yelling at her. I went to ask a manager for a waiter who understood English and she put up her hand saying "no English". I asked another manager and finally got a new waiter. I ordered the burrata with anchovies (2 small ones) and a salad (drops of mache and a few cherry tomatoes). My wife ordered the steamed broccoli and chicory with lemon, oil and garlic. he lemon, oil and garlic were non-existent and the vegetables we so overcooked they resembled baby food. My pappardelle was supposed to be al dente - more like cardboard. My wife's pasta was as bland as her vegetables. DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND GO SOMEPLACE ELSE!

Fantastic! Close to the Vatican. A wonderful proper Roman lunch. Meat is the specialty. Very very good!

My fiancé and I were in Rome for his business Conference so we asked around for nice fine dining restaurant we could escape to... We were not dissapointed! The staff was very accommodating by finding us a table without a reservation. The manager treated us like the celebrities that were dining amongst us! Not an ounce of pretentious attitude by anyone, even The clientele! Everyone was so friendly and polite. The steak was superb and my cacio e Pepe was insanely divine! A must if you are in Rome! Truly a great fine dining experience! Excellent food, excellent staff, delicious wine... I can't wait to come back!

Had dinner there last night they lost 20 euros by not putting in our appetizer order so we cancelled. Service was rude and curt. We had a group of 7 so we had a good sized party. Had to get up and grab our own olive oil for bread cause the waiter was curt unfriendly and disappeared. Food was excellent that we did get. Restaurant is in a fabulous location which contributes to the success. The service was on the point of being rude and dismissive

We stumbled across this restaurant totally by accident and asked for a table, which despite a packed restaurant they found for us. We were so happy they did. Still one of the best meals we have ever had. Traditional Italian cooking of the highest quality, with generous portions. Absolute bliss. The restaurant itself is traditional in decor and frequented by wealthy local clientèle. Despite this, prices remain more than reasonable and there is no sense of snobbishness - all are welcome. After the first night eating there, it was so good that we returned the night after and had exactly the same. This was in 2011 and we still talk about the meals we had there to this very day. If you are on holiday in Rome and want authentic Italian food - go here!

Favorite restaurant in Rome. Five stars on everything except price, it is a very good value. If you are near the Vatican don't miss it, If you are not near the Vatican, find a ride it's worth the trip. Locals eat here not tourists. 5 star plus Veal piccata - you will be sad when there's only one bite left. Pappardelle Ragu - best I've ever had.

We've learned that, if you're going to do a big Roman meal, do it for lunch instead of dinner. We hit this place, which was recommended by an Italian friend, and were not disappointed by the food or portions. We started with the beans in olive oil and a selection of salume. We could have stopped there - they were both filling - but didn't of course. For mains, we had the pappardelle alla toscana (very flavorful boar sauce) and the filet steak with balsamic vinegar. Both highly recommended. The place has been in operation since the 30s, so they know what they're doing. Based on its location, it's a great stop after seeing the Vatican Museum.

Terrible. We were seated and abandoned. We watched 3 separate tables, plus ourselves, leave before being served. I would not return or suggest this place to anyone.

My family was in Rome earlier this summer and had an unforgettable meal at Dal Toscano. Not only was the restaurant beautiful, staff very friendly & efficient but the food was some of the best that we experienced during our extended stay in Europe. Later that night my father realized after a full day of touring Rome that he had lost an envelope with 3,000 euros in it. We were not certain where he lost it or what had happened to it.. We thought it may have fallen out of his pocket or he had possibly been pick pocketed. Two days later we called the restaurant to see if anyone had found an envelope with 3,000 euros . To our shock & amazement " Massimo" the owner said they found the envelope and money . They wired us the money. We were so grateful for their honesty & integrity. I would highly, highly recommend dining at Dal Toscano. Thank You Massimo and staff. Joe Perri

My husband's favorite place to eat. Vatican area. Ok parking. Touristy. Good wine selection. The fagolini & gelato for dessert, amazing. Nice staff. Authentic.