CUCINA’s contemporary Italian cuisine is prepared with a focus on California seasonality and the bounty of local farms. Combined flavors of Italy with the organic freshness of Southern California is emblematic of CUCINA’s from-scratch menus. Standouts include shareable portions of house made pastas, innovative pizzas, cleverly crafted seafood and meat preparations, an elevated selection of antipasti, dolci, and signature cheese and salumi program.
A traditional Italian menu crafted from organic produce is served in whimsical digs. Based on 641 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery
Address:
2730 Via De La Valle #1906, Del Mar, CA 92014
Phone: (858) 704-4500
Website:
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Hours
| Friday |
4–9:30 PM |
| Saturday |
4–9:30 PM |
| Sunday |
4–8:30 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday |
4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
4–9 PM |
| Thursday |
4–9 PM |
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Reservations: urbankitchengroup.comopentable.com
Reviews
Betty
Came here because it was closer to where we live, and, because it was rated a Michelin star restaurant (at aother location, not Del Mar). The waitress brought 2 small glasses of champaign for us because we had let them know that we were celebrating our anniversary….that was a nice surprise.
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Mira Tenshi
If you don’t mind loud restaurants to eat and large portions, this place is yummy. Their tiramisu has hazelnuts, which is a nice, fresh twist and almost makes up for the cake instead of lady finger layers. The octopus small plate was my 6th grader’s choice and she loved it. The lamb pizza was a little dry, but I requested their feta ranch to go with it and it really livened it up just right. The buratta was fantastic as well.
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Teresa Bernhardt
Great service. Great food. Make reservations, they fill up fast. Short rib pasta. Delicious
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emme coco
you need to try the vanilla banana boudino dessert. one of the best desserts ive ever had it was sooo good. other food was pretty good too. pizza and pasta were delicious but the meatball and bread were salty
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Serge Kore Design
My family attends this restaurant on regular basis, and we always found consistency in the quality of the food and attentive service. Great selections of wine. during the pandemic, the food menu did change and had some dip, but now all is back to a NORMAL, great experience, big open bar is great for corporate events, and lots of space on both leveles and outside as well. Looking forward to seeing you there one day.
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J C
This was a place I thought I would try. Food was good. Not your typical Italian restaurant if that’s what you’re looking for. It was worth the stop for a try.
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Sandip Bharati
We used to visit pre covid times. And had good experience, now things changed. Very dull welcome at the reception, slow and dreadful service. We were here to celebrate personal milestone and were disappointed. Value for money is not there. Ambiance needs serious upgrade , lighting is out of the place. You can’t even read the menu. Sliver lining is food which is okay. Grilled octopus and Chicken are really good. Tipping starts at 20% which is not at all deserved. Would not go back again.
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Kerra Cole
One of my favorite restaurants of all time, I try to visit at least once a month. Service is always phenomenal and I love the whimsical decor. I have tried nearly everything on the menu and it’s all wonderful. All ingredients are fresh and top tier. My favorite is the rigatoni, the lemon ricotta is divine. I do wish they would bring back the date pizza though. Overall, if you want good Italian food, this is the place to come.
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ABRAHAM LEE
We came to this restaurant, because friends were recommending highly with their food and service.
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Charlie B.
I’ll have to start off and say the inside of this place is pretty cool looking! Service was great even when busy, and we were well taken care of. I ordered the rigatoni bolognese. It was rather tasty, but wish the dish were a bit more ‘meaty’. This spot seems to be very local, given the clientele.
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