I ventured into Toscano Forno in Peabody this past week 🍴. This is the toscano at 139 Lynnfield St (there are several toscanos so make sure you go to this one!) Whoever said there is no good Italian food outside of the north end is a liar!

Starting off, we indulged in their new toasted ravioli and the eggplant tower for appetizers. The mini toasted raviolis were a dream 🌟 - cooked to perfection with a fantastic crunch, and the marinara sauce? Simply decadent! 9/10. The eggplant tower, layered with mozzarella and prosciutto, was a bit of a challenge to share, but oh-so-delicious nonetheless 🍆🧀 8/10.

Moving on to the main course, their prosciutto pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, basil, and prosciutto was a revelation 🍕. That custom Italian pizza oven in the restaurant does wonders, delivering a perfectly crispy crust with a sauce that’s out of this world! 9/10.

We also savored their homemade fusilli pasta with sausage and the braised short rib ravioli 🍝. The ravioli? An easy 10/10 - so rich, and for a mushroom lover like me, pure bliss! The fusilli was cheesy and delightful, though I craved more sausage in the mix 8/10.

For dessert, their bread pudding was simply heavenly 🍮. There’s something about a warm dessert that pairs so well with ice cream, and this was no exception 9/10.

I’m already planning my next visit! With $10 pizzas on Wednesdays 🍕, live music on Thursdays 🎤, and a rentable hall, Toscano Forno is a must-try.

Ratings:

Food: 9/10 😋 Affordability: 7/10 💸 Ambiance: 7/10 🎶