CAFE TOSCANO - JAYANAGAR

With some work scheduled in Jayanagar, I wanted to grab a light lunch in the area. Café Toscano was on the way and I decided to stop here because I’ve had my eye on this place every time I go to Jayanagar and also because of the high ratings on reviews.

The place was all done up for the upcoming Halloween day with cotton cobwebs and cut outs of bats all over the walls. I wanted more of a snack than a full meal. I ordered a Bruschetta – my favorite Italian snack. Fresh chopped tomato, basil, virgin olive oil and Feta. This was served with a salad on the side. Both were tasty but not the best I’ve had.

Before that I was given a bread basket with salsa and pesto dips. While the dips were great, what is it with bread baskets that usually have stale, hard bread? I’ve experienced this in most restaurants. Very rarely is the bread fresh…just because we aren’t paying for it I suppose. This place was no different.

The Bruschetta and salad by itself was quite filling for me though it was only three pieces of bread. I got a Greek salad for takeaway which I later discovered at home tasted quite bland. I never leave any place without having dessert. Ordered a Freshly whipped mascarpone Tiramisu which was rich and creamy served with coffee ice cream. I must say their presentation is very picturesque however I’d prefer not eat out a flat square plate. I had to push my food around to get a grip on it.

Service was quick and courteous. Prices are quite high. Would I go again? Maybe to try their pizza but for me this place lacked the wow factor for frequent visits.

Overall rating: 3/5

In Pics: Bruschetta and Tiramisu.

Ratings for reviews:

1 – No! No! No!
2- Just about average.
3 –Good. Can give it a try.
4- Great!!
5 – Yes! Yes! Yes! And I’ll tell all about it.

Details:
359/38, 7th Cross, 1st Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore
Contact: 41558423 /917619320074
Timings: 12noon – 11pm