Toscano
Holladay / Midvale / Sandy / Union, Draper
Restaurant in Draper, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
Toscano is a sensible Draper pick for a low-friction date night, family celebration, or business dinner when staying local matters. It is less compelling for diners who want published sourcing detail, awards, or a clearly defined chef-led format, so compare it with Goodwood Barbecue Company or The Pines before committing.
About Toscano
Draper is not a city where every occasion meal needs to be a long drive north, but Toscano is best framed with care. Choose it when the priority is a Draper restaurant with weekly hours and a casual dress code. Skip building the decision around chef credentials, awards, sourcing claims, a detailed cuisine identity, or particular menu highlights.
Good for a low-friction Draper meal, not for diners chasing provenance
The clearest use case is practical: Toscano is in Draper, has a casual dress code, and has hours across the full week. Hours are 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday, 4–10 PM Saturday, and 4–9 PM Sunday.
The sourcing angle is where expectations need resetting. If a restaurant's value depends on named farms, chef-led formats, or published ingredient standards, Toscano is not the strongest fit. Treat it as a Draper option with known hours and casual dress, not as a provenance-driven dining room. For readers comparing across the area, a broader Draper restaurant search is the better starting point for narrowing by format.
Where it fits against other choices
For another option to compare, Goodwood Barbecue Company may be worth reviewing depending on the group and the occasion. For a different cross-shop, The Pines is another choice to review. Toscano makes the most sense when the guest list wants a Draper restaurant with a casual dress code and a weekly schedule.
Out-of-town visitors should also think about the rest of the evening. If dinner is only one part of the plan, pair the restaurant search with broader planning around places to stay or things to do in the area. The useful verdict: consider Toscano for convenience-led occasions in Draper; compare other options if the group needs a more clearly defined format, menu, or dining style.
Planning details
- Location
- 11450 State St, Draper, UT 84020
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- toscano-restaurant.com
- Phone
- +18015725507
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Toscano reads as a thoughtful suburban Italian that leans on Tuscan restraint rather than saucy excess. The copy emphasizes quality primary ingredients, wood-fire cooking and regional Italian influences, creating a quietly confident dining room where the food is the point. Set near the Wasatch Range, the restaurant benefits from changing late-afternoon light that gives the space a warm, intimate feel—well suited to lingering meals. It strikes a balance between cozy and classic, offering a more deliberate, grown-up alternative to the area's casual chain options without feeling overwrought.
Best For
Toscano is best for evening occasions where the meal is intended to last: date nights, celebrations and special-occasion dinners are explicitly called out in the description. The restaurant also fits family and group dining in the suburban context, serving as the area’s go-to for nights when diners want more than a quick bite. Because the copy highlights a traditionally paced experience—tables that stay occupied for two hours—this is a place for people who plan to linger over food and conversation rather than a quick, late-night stop.
Ordering Tips
Focus on dishes that showcase the kitchen’s emphasis on primary ingredients and wood-fire cooking. The venue’s signature Naples-style pizza is a natural shareable to start, and the Five Cheese Ravioli with Chicken signals the richer, comforting side of the menu. Save room for the house-made gelato to finish. Expect a leisurely meal—menus here are oriented toward full evening dining, so pacing plates for sharing works well and lets you sample several highlights.
Venue details
Ambiance
Inviting sleek exterior with floor-to-ceiling window walls permitting vast natural lighting and sunset vistas, creating a pre-eminent South Valley dining environment.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
- Kitchen
- Farm-to-table
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Family style
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Naples-style pizza
- Five Cheese Ravioli with Chicken
- house-made gelato
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 11450 State St, Draper, UT 84020
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Sunday's Best, Notable alternative
- Los Cucos Mexican Cafe, Notable alternative
- Goodwood Barbecue Company, Notable alternative
- Bawarchi, Notable alternative
- The Pines, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Toscano compares in Draper
Toscano is the better fit when the brief is a polished, local sit-down meal without making the booking feel high-stakes. Goodwood Barbecue Company is easier for casual groups and mixed appetites, while The Pines is the closer alternative for readers who want another Draper option with a more occasion-oriented feel.
For value, the safer play depends on the group. Barbecue at Goodwood is likely the more relaxed choice for families and larger parties, while Toscano is better for a date or business meal where the room matters more than speed. Sunday's Best and Los Cucos Mexican Cafe are better cross-shops when brunch energy or Mexican comfort food is the goal rather than a classic sit-down dinner.
If Toscano is full or the menu does not match the group, pick The Pines for the closest Draper swap, Goodwood for the easiest group meal, or Bawarchi when the table wants a more specific cuisine direction. Toscano wins on convenience-led occasions; its peers win when format, cuisine, or casual value is the deciding factor.
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Compare Toscano
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Toscano | Draper | No published awards |
| Sunday's Best | Sandy | No published awards |
| Los Cucos Mexican Cafe | Sandy | No published awards |
| Goodwood Barbecue Company | Draper | No published awards |
| Bawarchi | South Jordan | No published awards |
| The Pines | Draper | No published awards |
How Toscano Draper compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Toscano good for solo dining?
It can be, if you want a straightforward meal in Draper and the hours fit your plans. Toscano has a casual dress code and is open 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday, 4–10 PM Saturday, and 4–9 PM Sunday.
Is Toscano good for a special occasion?
It can work for a practical occasion in Draper if the casual dress code and weekly hours fit the group. The schedule includes later Friday and Saturday closing times than most other days: 10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
When is Toscano open?
Toscano is open 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday, 4–10 PM Saturday, and 4–9 PM Sunday.
What are alternatives to Toscano?
Other options to compare include Goodwood Barbecue Company, Sunday's Best, Los Cucos Mexican Cafe, Bawarchi, and The Pines. Check each venue's current details directly before deciding, especially if hours, menu, or service style matter to your group.
