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CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA

CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach

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4.6
4.6
2819 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
951 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
CUCINA enoteca is located on the west side of Fashion Island, Orange County's most sophisticated retail experience. Owner Tracy Borkum's flair for combining great ambience, award-winning cuisine and unparalleled service are once again starring components in this latest Urban Kitchen Group creation. Executive Chef Tim Kolanko and Chef de Cuisine Cesar Sarmiento bring their artistry to the table as guests enjoy an open kitchen. The menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Along with a diverse selection of wines by the glass, guests may visit the restaurant's retail area to select from over 200 bottles for dinner (corkage fee of $10 applies) or purchase wine to go. The energetic space features contemporary elements and vintage artifacts creating the feel of a modern Italian kitchen combined with the comfort of a rustic farmhouse.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Californian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tim Kolanko
  • Private party facilities
    For birthday and graduation celebrations, wedding receptions, corporate dinners and other personal and professional milestones, our spaces are perfect for your any occasion.
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    Fashion Island
  • Parking details
    Additional lot parking is available within Fashion Island.
  • Public transit
    OCTA 1 + OCTA 55 + OCTA 57 + OCTA 76 + OCTA 79
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch in Newport

    $72.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Treat Mom to an unforgettable Mother’s Day with a stunning three-course brunch at CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach. Sip mimosas under the sun and end on a sweet note with a CUCINA dessert. Because MOM deserves more than just flowers — she deserves a celebration. 💐🥂 full menu at cucinaenoteca.com
    Mother's Day Brunch in Newport Photo

What 2,819 people are saying

CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cucina Enoteca in Newport Beach is praised for its "great atmosphere," "delicious food," and "excellent service." The decor is "beautiful" and the ambiance is "very romantic." Diners recommend the grilled octopus, shrimp puttanesca, and chocolate budino. The restaurant also offers a "fun and pleasing" aesthetic with a retail wine shop.
2,819 Reviews
  1. rebecca

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I am vegetarian, and there was many choices. We will be back.

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  2. Sebastian

    Orange County1 review

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    The pizzas are very very good and reasonably priced. Most of the other menu items are too small and too expensive. Also, I can recommend the meatball.. excellent. Service is done by untrained servers.. you will always look for someone while you're drink remains empty. Ambiance is good. Make sure to make a reservation.

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  3. Chris

    Orange County26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere has a great vibe. Decor is updated. Anthony our server was helpful and food was delish. Grilled octopus and shrimp puttanesca highly recommended.

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  4. Verity VIP

    Los Angeles25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were at the restaurant today for my friend's bday. The restaurant is so beautiful and the food is delicious. None of us had gone here before and we will all definitely go again. Thks.

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  5. Candice VIP

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, great food and great service 💙💙💙

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  6. Thomas VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cucina Enoteca never disappoints. We shared the Italian chopped salad, meat balls, a pizza and the half chicken. Everything was wonderful. The lavender lemonade is the perfect non-alcoholic drink.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ever was the best!!!! Although he had a huge party he still was very attentive to us.

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  8. AnnMarie

    Orange County2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Forgot one of our entrees, then when it arrived after everyone finished their entree, the pasta was undercooked, not al dente undercooked.

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  9. Donna

    Orange County17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great ambiance, excellent service. We had a great evening. I will definitely go back.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was amazing! Waitor was so good! The hot honey pizza is the move!

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FAQs

CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 706-1416.

CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach is rated 4.6 stars by 2819 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach

951 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fashion Island
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Californian, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Additional lot parking is available within Fashion Island.
  • Public transit
    OCTA 1 + OCTA 55 + OCTA 57 + OCTA 76 + OCTA 79
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tim Kolanko
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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