Community Corner
Just off the Hill: Il Toscano
For 24 years, Il Toscano and owner Vittorio have charmed their way into our hearts.
IL TOSCANO—Vittoria built up a loyal clientele during his 24 years of operating Il Toscano. Partly it's his warmth and personality, partly it's his mandolin playing, but mostly it's his phenomenal cooking.
Daily specials vie with classic favorites like Cioppino and Beef Bracciola for your attention. For the adventurous, there's Squid-Ink Pasta; for the predictable, wonderful spaghetti and meatballs.
Pastas, desserts like Tiramisu, and even some of the cheeses are made at the restaurant daily.
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Il Toscano sits just outside of Palos Verdes, on the south end of Hillside Village on Hawthorne Boulevard.
Il Toscano, 24590 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance. 310-378-2686. Open for lunch 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tues-Fri; for dinner 5:30-10 p.m. daily (closes at 9 p.m. Sundays). Dinner entrees: $13-$26.
