Reviews (100)
New staff apparently now...waited 15 minutes after getting dessert menu( after saying I was not having dessert)...had to walk inside to finally pay my own bill....my neighbors had the same exact experience the next night....prices don't equal the overall dining experience... Used to be a favorite...
Highlight was a lion's mane mushroom dish with 3 variations of shitake. I don't typically like mushrooms much but this blew me away. Mole ice cream and ganache dessert was also solid.
This is a really cool Italian style bistro up in the avenues of Salt Lake City The food was amazing and it's right in the neighborhood's really cool atmosphere Highly recommend
Stopped by for lunch after looking at houses in the area. Really cute neighborhood spot with tasty food! I look forward to coming back soon (hopefully on foot 😉)
Fantastic locally owned restaurant with a great wine selection and fantastic tapas and large plates. We went with a group of 10 and just did tapas and had an amazing time with every selection delicious and good wine and atmosphere as well. We will be back!!
We went for an early lunch. It was more of a deli-style counter service place at that point. Soup, beef salad and coffee were all good. Lettuce mix was kind-of boring for the quality of the rest of the dish. Bathroom needs better ventilation. Dinner menu and when there is table service looked like it would be a good experience. Person who helped us was very friendly. Lots of newspapers around people were reading/leaving around.
I went her for lunch with a business partner. Super relaxed, clean and great environment. The food was great!
Great little gem in the avenues. 1st time here. Cute, busy, delicious. Had 4 sampler salad special for $13. Tomato/ mozarella, Brussels, quinoa salad and cucumber/tomatoe/onion salad. All were tasty and large portions.
This restaurant has very affordable sandwich and salad options for lunch ($10-$13). It has a water station and self service cutlery. The grilled veggies and Portobello mushroom salad was delicious. Relaxed ambience with plenty of natural light, comfortable seating and beautiful decor. They also have outdoor seating options. I will be coming back!
Went to dinner with a friend in town for business. We thoroughly enjoyed the Chicken Confit, Ahi tuna, and shrimp. Had some amazing wine. The Pinot Nior from St. Rita "the Hilt" was outstanding. Recommended by our fantastic waitress Katie. My friend is a jokester, and she kept him on his toes. It was a fantastic evening. Thank you, Cucina
Fantastic little, tucked away deli. Great food. Quiet little spot. Perfect spot to grab a bite and get a little done.
Cucina 2/18/2023 I had the pleasure of visiting Cucina with my girlfriend this weekend. It was my first visit and I’d like to visit again. AMBIANCE: The restaurant is situated in a lovely neighborhood on the North side of Salt Lake City. Parking is limited however, there is free street parking in the immediate area. The restaurant has a modern feel that is lit with low intensity overhead lights and individual table lights. The main dining hall appears crowded at first glance, however when seated, you feel ample amounts of privacy. Music volume is low and it is easy to carry on a conversation with your table mates. We ordered the chicken confit and oregano fettuccine. PRESENTATION: Both dishes were immediately pleasing to the eye. The oregano fettuccine pasta was colored a brilliant green topped on a creamy green sauce. The dish was accented by orange kabocha squash, deeper green arugula, and sprinkled bread crumb. The chicken confit was a mono-chromatic dish with the baby broccoli standing out as the main color differentiator. The Frenched chicken leg was a delightful surprise showing evidence of the refined techniques used by the chefs. I liked the crème fraiche dotted within the beurre rouge sauce as well. THE TASTE: The fettuccini was well cooked, slightly al dente. The sauce was not overpowering and had a subtle bitter flavor. The squash and bread crumbs added to the texture of the dish making each bite interesting. The dish has a very pleasant smoky undertone from the smoked cheddar cheese which wasn’t visibly on the plate. The chicken confit fell off the bone as expected. The flavor of the chicken was rich. A strong umami came from the porcini risotto and beurre rouge while the crème fraiche offered a palate lift. The dish took on a hint of Thanksgiving with a small side of pear and cherry mostarda. The heaviness of this dish was elevated by this hit of citrus, I probably could have used more mostarda. The star of this dish was in fact its side of baby b
Great food, service, and atmosphere. Less expensive than expected for the presentation and quality of dishes. Great date night!
This place is awesome. I had the chicken risotto and it was amazing. The atmosphere is perfect for a nice night out with friends or a romantic dinner with your special someone.
Had the valentines tasting menu with a wine pairing. The food and wine were both amazing. Eddie was our server and he was exceptional. Might be my new favorite SLC restaurant.
What a gem! The staff is warm and friendly, the restaurant is cozy, and the food is incredible. Very upscale menu, but the prices are quite reasonable. I had the carpaccio, fettuccine, creme brulee, and three glasses of wine for under $100 before tip - quite a bargain for such a lovely meal! My friend had the gulf shrimp and polenta, wagyu bourguignon, and molé ice cream with chocolate ganache, which was incredible. Highly recommend!
Whether for a casual lunch or a fine dining dinner, I think Cucina is my favorite restaurant in salt lake. The staff is always very professional and the food is just perfect. I love stopping here for a sandwich and a salad for lunch and I also love coming here with my wife for a nice dinner.
Pleasant dining room, great food and surprisingly good prices. One warning, the restrooms are not ADA compliant, at all.
We came early enough for the manager to squeeze us in without a reservation. Great place for a date night. Excellent selection of wine. Food was good, but pricey. The ahi steak entree is amazing. The beet/fennel seed fettuccine would be great if it was less expensive. The best things about this place was the service and the lemongrass creme brulee, don't leave here without trying that.
I've been here twice now and the food is mediocre at best. They try to act fancy and be unique, but their menu just doesn't work. Overall the food is pretentious and boring.