Had a great dining experience here. The restaurant's interior is charming and clean, featuring a dark green color palette and a thoughtful yet understated design that creates a welcoming atmosphere. The service was quick and attentive, without being overbearing. It's a great spot for a date night, family dinner, or business meal. Must Get (5/5): Agnello Al Pistachio (highlight of the night; the lamb was perfectly cooked, tender, and paired beautifully with a unique pistachio sauce and creamy mashed potatoes), Tagliolini Cacio e Pepe. Still Good (4/5): Toscana Salad (a good kale salad, though not particularly memorable), Capesante (smoky scallops with a unique flavor, though I prefer mine pan-seared for a crispy exterior), Polpo e Patate, Tagliolini alla Carbonara, Ferrero Rocher Cake. Pass (3/5): Coccoli (a deconstructed pizza that was unique in concept but underwhelming).

My fiancé and I drove 40 minutes to this restaurant for our anniversary based on our friend's recommendation, and it did NOT disappoint. The sleek modern interior extended to the outside where we sat on a beautiful, warm night. One unique thing about the restaurant is that they're a BYO but they're allowed to sell local wines which are conveniently next door, so that was a nice option our waiter offered! One of our favorite parts of the dining experience was getting the burrata con prosciutto toscano, and to end the night we got some of the best ice cream we've ever had across the street.

We visited Mangia Toscano in Metuchen without a reservation (which I believe is recommended), but they were incredibly kind and accommodating. Even though they were busy, they managed to seat us about 15 minutes after a group left. We really appreciated that! For appetizers, we had the Coccoli, and it was fantastic--crispy, savory, and the perfect way to start the meal. For my main, I ordered the Cacio e Pepe. The waiter did warn me that it's a strong, cheesy dish (as is typical), but I found it perfectly balanced--maybe a bit on the heavier side, but still absolutely delicious. For dessert, we had the tiramisu and Ferrero Rocher, and to our surprise, the waiter brought them out with candles to celebrate my sister's and my birthday! It was such a sweet touch and made the evening even more special. Overall, the experience was lovely - no complaints. The atmosphere was warm, we never felt rushed, and the staff was incredibly kind. I highly recommend Mangia Toscano for anyone looking for a delicious, authentic Italian meal with great service!

Walked into the restaurant on a Friday night in hopes that we could be seated without a reservation. This spot has been on my list so I was glad to finally make it. We had to wait a bit but luckily the person working the front desk was super helpful! I loved the ambiance, it's the perfect date night spot. We got the gnocchi and the famous Cacio e Pepe. The cacio was great but gave me a bit of an Alfredo sauce vibe because it was super creamy but still great. Usually they're less creamy and more just pepper and parm. The gnocchi was amazing, comes with a creamy sauce as well so both together felt heavy but the gnocchi melted in your mouth. For the app, we tried the burrata which was good but not the best! You can buy wines here from their wine menu but they're also byob and there's a liquor store right across the street so stop by before!

Fantastic food, service, and atmosphere at Mangia Tuscano!! We had a reservation for 6:30 on a Wednesday and the restaurant was full. The decor was modern and cozy, and the plants between tables were good for feeling separated from other tables. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable. For appetizer we ordered the prosciutto and burrata and for dinner we had the fusilli truffle cacio pepe, florentine steak, and fries. All food was incredibly fresh and flavors were some of the best I've ever had. Tastes straight out of Italy! It was our anniversary and we shared the panna cotta topped with strawberry compote. The restaurant and service made our special day even better. I'll be talking about this meal forever!

Loved my experience here! My friend and I made a reservation and were seated right away. The interior was so gorgeous and clean! Our server, Daniel was very nice and attentive which we really appreciated! Our food came out quickly and tasted great, the pasta dishes were fresh and had great flavors, and the panna cotta for dessert was a perfect finish! Daniel also added a candle to my dessert and sang to me for my birthday, which was very sweet! My friend and I definitely enjoyed our time here and can't wait to return.

Our first time at this place. Ambiance and decor were nice. The staff were helpful and pleasant. The food was very good/excellent. My favorite thing was the meat and cheese appetizer board. The wife had the arribiatta pasta and I had the Njdul sausage pasta. Both were really good but we both preferred the arriabiatta dish. The tiramisu for dessert was delicious! Looking forward to coming back to try other dishes.

Service good. Vibes great. Food was mediocre. I judge most places off of food so I probably would not go back.

Italian food is so ubiquitous in Jersey that it's hard to stand out, but Mangia Toscano is one that shines out from within the pack. It's perfect for a date night. The darker toned modern decor, open space, and smaller space makes it a more intimate experience than I would have expected. This is not a loud, bustling Italian restaurant but a place where you'll get individual attention. The waiter explained the specials and where certain ingredients in the menu had been sourced from. The tastiest dish for me was the "Pappa Al Pomodoro", a bread based soup that hit the perfect balance of rich, light, savory, and fresh. Indeed, while the pasta dishes might at first seem not that impressive - or rather all that different from pasta from any other old Italian restaurant - if you truly stop to savor every bite, you'll notice how the fresh pasta breaks in your mouth, how tangy and sweet the fresh sauce tastes. It's deceptively simple!