Cafe Tuscano – Italian
Cafe Tuscano captures the spirit of a sun-soaked Mediterranean bistro, where the air is thick with the scent of toasted crusts and garlic-infused seafood. Guests gather over artfully arranged charcuterie and vibrant flatbreads topped with creamy brie and tart blackberries, or dive into bowls of spicy mussels and tender steak bruschetta. This inviting space transforms every meal into a leisurely celebration of bold flavors and shared plates, perfect for an evening of effortless sophistication.
2231 East Center Street, Pocatello, Idaho 83201 +12082337702 http://www.cafetuscano.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Cafe Tuscano
Dairy-Free at Cafe Tuscano
Cafe Tuscano in Pocatello has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lemon Rosemary Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Cafe Tuscano
Cafe Tuscano in Pocatello has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lemon Rosemary Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Cafe Tuscano
Cafe Tuscano in Pocatello has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cobb Wrap (Full), The New Yorker and Lemon Rosemary Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Cafe Tuscano
Cafe Tuscano in Pocatello has 8 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Rosemary Chicken, Crab Stuffed Halibut and Shrimp Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Cafe Tuscano
Cafe Tuscano in Pocatello has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Daily Seasonal Soup (Cup), Domestic Bottle Beer and Daily Seasonal Soup (Bowl). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Cafe Tuscano
Cafe Tuscano in Pocatello has 10 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cobb Wrap (Full), Blackberry and Brie Flatbread and Daily Seasonal Soup (Cup). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Cafe Tuscano
Cafe Tuscano in Pocatello has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Rosemary Chicken, Grilled Salmon and Vegetarian Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Cafe Tuscano
Cafe Tuscano in Pocatello has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Shrimp Cocktail. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Cafe Tuscano
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional Lasagna | 34.1 g | 74.9 g |
| Five Cheese Pizza | 16.2 g | 70.9 g |
| Italian Stallion | 4.3 g | 68.3 g |
| Classic Cobb | 21.4 g | 61.1 g |
| Mediterranean Pizza | 39.2 g | 58.5 g |
| Classic Caesar (Full) | 34 g | 57.6 g |
| Shrimp Bruschetta | 76.8 g | 54.8 g |
| Chicken Artichoke Penne | 8.2 g | 53 g |
| The Tuscano House (Full) | 90.7 g | 47.4 g |
| Crab Stuffed Halibut | 16.8 g | 45.5 g |
| Steamer Clams | 50.8 g | 45.2 g |
| Mediterranean Flatbread | 49 g | 39.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its delicious and well-prepared seafood, guests frequently highlight the exceptional quality of the dishes which make it a top choice for special occasions. Reviewers praise the attentive and accommodating service, noting that the pleasant environment creates a welcoming atmosphere for a memorable dining experience.
Menu
Appetizers
- Steak Bruschetta - $15: Tender marinated grilled tri-tip thinly sliced and served over warm baguette slices with pesto aioli, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Steamer Clams - $17: One full pound of ale steamed clams sautéed in garlic butter and lemon broth served with our in house made crostini Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Blackberry and Brie Flatbread - $15: Garlic roasted flatbread, carmelized onion, fresh ripe blackberries with a creamed brie cheese topped with fresh rosemay Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Tuscano Caprese - $15: Fresh sliced mozzarella with Roma tomatoes served with red onion, basil and drizzled with a light balsalmic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Flatbread - $16: Onions, kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, grape tomato, feta cheese, mozzarella, oregano, over olive oil and garlic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mélange - $13: Creamy bleu cheese and Swiss dip served with fresh house bread (Dinner Only) Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bread and Cheese Plate - $12: Burrata cheese, house blend of herbs and spices, olive oil and balsamic, served with toasted baguette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Shrimp Bruschetta - $14: Seasoned and grilled shrimp served on warm baguette slices with pesto aioli, grape tomatoes, fresh basil and balsamic glaze (Dinner Only) Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Charcuterie Board - $21: Kitchen's selection of assorted cured meats, aged cheeses, mediterranean olives served with grilled flatbread and balsalmic dipping sauce (Dinner Only)
- Spicy Mussels - $19: One full pound of mussels steeped in zesty saffron and red wine broth, topped with fresh basil, parsley and served with out in house made crostini (Dinner Only) Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Shrimp Cocktail - $15: Poached shrimp, chilled and served with a house made cocktail sauce (Dinner Only) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly
Soups
- Tuscano Crawfish Bisque (Bowl) - $9: Creamy and spicy house specialty Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Tuscano Crawfish Bisque (Cup) - $7: Creamy and spicy house specialty Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Daily Seasonal Soup (Bowl) - $9: Chef’s soup of the day Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Daily Seasonal Soup (Cup) - $7: Chef’s soup of the day Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Salads
- Classic Caesar (Full) - $13: Chopped Romaine, house Caesar dressing, anchovies, shaved Parmesan, roasted croutons Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian
- Classic Cobb - $19: Grilled chicken breast, diced bacon, tomatoes, avocado, boiled eggs, Gorgonzola bleu cheese crumbles, spring mix, Jamaican mistake dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Prime Rib Salad - $19: Slow roasted prime rib, fresh greens, bleu cheese crumbles, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, red onions, crisp onions, house made bleu cheese dressing
- The Tuscano House (Full) - $13: Romaine, mixed greens, red onion, tomatoes, cucumbers, pepperoni, kalamata olives, Asiago cheese, signature secret dressing
- Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon Salad - $19: Baked Parmesan crusted salmon filet, fresh greens, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, red onions, honey citrus vinaigrette (Dinner Only) Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Shrimp Avocado Salad - $18: Grilled shrimp, fresh avocados, red onions, cucumbers, grape tomatoes, fresh spinach, Arcadia baby greens, red wine vinaigrette (Dinner Only) Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb
Pizza
- Italian Stallion - $21: Pepperoni, Italian sausage, black olives, red onion, bell pepper, diced tomatoes, marinara sauce, five cheese blend
- Philly Cheesesteak Pizza - $21: Tender slices of prime rib, caramelized onions, bell peppers and mushrooms over Alfredo sauce
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza - $20: Tender chicken breast, bacon crumbles, Monterey jack, cheddar cheese blend over ranch sauce
- Margherita Pizza - $18: Fresh tomatoes, sliced mozzarella, garlic olive oil, five cheese blend, fresh basil and balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Vegetarian Pizza - $18: Fresh spinach, portabella mushroom, onions, diced peppers, artichoke hearts and cherry tomatoes on a 10” cauliflower gluten free crust over marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Five Cheese Pizza - $16: Five cheese blend over choice of marinara or Alfredo sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mediterranean Pizza - $19: Onions, kalamata olives, artichoke hearts, grape tomatoes, feta cheese, mozzarella cheese, oregano, over olive oil and garlic Dietary tags: High-Fiber
Main Courses
- Vegetable Primavera - $20: Sauteed carrots, onions, bell peppers, broccoli and tomatoes tossed in Alfredo served over a bed of penne Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Tri-Tip Fettuccine - $24: Tender grilled tri-tip over fettucine tossed with a bleu cheese alfredo sauce, red onions, bacon, and mushrooms
- Chicken Artichoke Penne - $22: Tender chicken breast sauteed with mushrooms, red onions, diced bacon, fresh basil, tossed with penne in an Alfredo sauce
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $21: Diced pancetta, fresh garlic and parsley tossed with spaghetti in a house-made Carbonara sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
- Pork Tenderloin in Marsala - $25: Pan seared pork tenderloin medallions simmered in a portobello garlic Marsala wine sauce served with risotto and sauteed vegetables
- Slow Roasted Prime Rib (10oz) - $41: Tender prime rib topped with sherried mushrooms, roasted red potatoes and sauteed vegetables, served with creamy horseradish and au jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- The New Yorker - $34: 10 oz Strip loin steak grilled with house herb butter, served with roasted red potatoes and sauteed vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Lemon Rosemary Chicken - $18: Chicken breast marinated with fresh rosemary and lemon, grilled and served with roasted potatoes and sauteed vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Crab Stuffed Halibut - $37: Pan seared filet of halibut, stuffed with crab and Brie cheese, wrapped in prosciutto, topped with tarragon lemon butter Dietary tags: South-Beach
- Chicken Parmesan - $25: Breaded and pan-fried chicken breast topped with marinara and mozzarella. Served over spaghetti Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Spaghetti Bolognese - $24: Thick hearty tomato sauce simmered with Italian sausage, ground beef, carrots, onions, fresh herbs and bell peppers Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Traditional Lasagna - $24: Layers of ground beef, Italian sausage, spinach, ricotta, mozzarella cheese, marinara and parsley
- Shrimp Alla Vodka - $27: Shrimp sauteed with garlic, herbs, and broccoli. Tossed with vodka sauce over Burrata filled ravioli Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Grilled Salmon - $26: Salmon filet seasoned and grilled topped with a lemon garlic butter, served with roasted potatoes and sauteed vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Lunch Entrees
- Prime Rib and Provolone Wrap - $18: Thin sliced prime rib, caramelized onions, provolone, baby greens, tomato, pesto aioli, creamy horseradish in a tomato basil wrap
- Cobb Wrap (Full) - $16: Grilled chicken breast, blue cheese crumbles, bacon, avocado, tomato, pesto aioli in a tomato basil wrap Dietary tags: South-Beach, Soy Free
- Italian Club Panini (Full) - $17: Pepperoni, Genoa salami, grilled turkey, Asiago cheese, baby greens, tomato, pesto aioli, red wine vinaigrette on an Italian schiacciata roll Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Soy Free
- Prime Rib Dip - $18: Grilled sliced prime rib with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and Swiss cheese on toasted schiacciata bread with au jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $9: House made Italian favorite Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach
- Cannoli - $9: Pastries filled with a sweet ricotta cream filling Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium
- Specialty Desserts - $11: Daily assortments Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Beverages
- Coffee - $3
- Italian Soda - $6: Assorted syrups available
- Domestic Bottle Beer - $5: Budweiser, Bud Light, Coors, etc. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Wine by the Glass - $8: Selection of Reds and Whites
Frequently Asked Questions about Cafe Tuscano
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Cafe Tuscano supports high-protein, nut-free, pescatarian, and vegetarian diets, featuring dishes like the Cobb Wrap, Italian Club Panini, and Cannoli.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a diverse selection of Italian dishes including seafood, flatbreads, panini, and high-protein options like prime rib.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Cafe Tuscano has an overall average rating of 5.0/5 based on customer feedback and dining experiences.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Customers frequently praise the seafood, steak bruschetta, spicy mussels, and the blackberry and brie flatbread as standout menu highlights.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- With a perfect 5.0/5 rating, this Italian restaurant stands out for its exceptional seafood, attentive service, and sophisticated atmosphere.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Cafe Tuscano.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect high-quality seafood and attentive service in a welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for special occasions.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Cafe Tuscano is an operational Italian restaurant with a website, though specific daily hours are not provided in the data.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a perfect 5.0/5 rating and moderate ($$) pricing, guests receive excellent value through high-quality seafood and exceptional service.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a pleasant, welcoming environment and an inviting atmosphere described as a sun-soaked Mediterranean bistro perfect for special occasions.
- Is Cafe Tuscano dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Cafe Tuscano has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lemon Rosemary Chicken.
- What can I eat at Cafe Tuscano on a dairy-free diet?
- Lemon Rosemary Chicken carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Cafe Tuscano have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Daily Seasonal Soup (Cup) and Domestic Bottle Beer.
- Is Cafe Tuscano gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Cafe Tuscano?
- Traditional Lasagna, at roughly 74.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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