Zia's Italian Restaurant
A stone water fountain at its entrance and hanging Chianti bottles lend an old-world feel to visitors waiting to order fried ravioli, generous and familiar pasta dishes, and Margherita pizzas. Family-style meals for parties of six or more are also offered, although some also consider it an intimate place to pop the big question.
Zia's Italian Restaurant
20 Main St.
The Docks at International Park
Toledo, OH 43605
(888) 456-DINE
ziasrestaurant.com
LaScola Italian Grill
According to the restaurant's website, its owners and chef seek inspiration from their love of food and family. Tender saltimbocca is seasoned with fresh sage, spiked with sun-dried tomato pesto and bathed with butter. Chocolate mousse torte gets a toffee kick.
LaScola Italian Grill
5375 Airport Highway
Toledo, OH 43615
(419) 381-2100
lascolaitaliangrill.com
Mancy's Italian Grill
As one of four in the Mancy family's Toledo restaurant empire, their Italian venture consistently isn't bypassed when it comes to accolades. The Toledo City Paper voted it best Italian restaurant four times. It prides itself on its long-simmering homemade sauces, pizzas from its wood-fired oven, al-fresco patio dining and rustic atmosphere. Menus are printed weekly.
Mancy's Italian Grill
5453 Monroe St.
Toledo, OH 43623
(419) 882-9229
mancys.com
Rosie's Italian Grille
Formerly Rosie's Fine Foods, the two-story establishment underwent a redesign and reopened in 2005 under the new name. It offers Tuscan-themed dishes and design. Under colorful yet romantic lighting is served specialties like veal picatta with artichokes and chicken in a Sicilian herbed mix. Solid strombolis give balance to the more upscale menu items. A patio with wrought-iron furniture provides a seasonal respite from big-city bustle.
Rosie's Italian Grille
606 N. McCord St.
Toledo, OH 43615
(419) 866-5007
rosiesitaliangrille.com
Pasta Fina
Mushrooms, ciabatta and clams top the appetizers at the six-year-old restaurant. Patrons can create their own pasta meals or order basics like tuna noodle casserole. A handful of meat entrees are listed on the menu prior to specialty pizza offerings. Paninis, subs, wraps and other sandwiches feed the lunch masses. Monthly specials have been known to include "bottomless bowls of pasta."
Pasta Fina
5931 Heatherdowns Blvd.
Toledo, OH 43614
(419) 866-0670
pastafina.net
