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Orange County - Cucina Enoteca restaurant
4.4

Cucina Enoteca

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Italian
  • Casual
  • Food
    good
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    okay

Food: Feast meets thrift downfall

Cucina Enoteca Irvine's food, just like a Van Gogh painting, is a spectacle of raw creativity and unspoiled freshness. Dishes worth noting include the Short Rib Pappardelle's melt-in-your-mouth goodness, the heavenly burrata-garlic combination, and the delightfully diverse Meat and Cheese Platter. However, scanty portions and disappointing value may turn off budget-conscious diners.

  • Very Creative

    Fresh ingredients, creative, unique and skillfully prepared dishes highly praised.

  • Okay Variety

    Menu provides diverse choices but can be overwhelming or limited.

  • Bad Value

    Food quality does not justify high prices; overpriced for what you get

Top 3 dishes at Cucina Enoteca

  1. 1

    Short Rib Pappardelle 🏆

    Tender short rib, perfectly cooked pasta, described as melt-in-your-mouth.

    Short Rib Pappardelle dish
  2. 2

    Burrata with Garlic

    Creamy burrata complements roasted garlic perfectly, creating a heavenly spread.

    Burrata with Garlic dish
  3. 3

    Meat and Cheese Platter

    Artful, delicious boards paired with fruits, nuts, and various accompaniments.

    Meat and Cheese Platter dish

Vibe: Warm buzz disrupted by noise

Its ambiance, painted with a dash of inviting warmth and rustic charm, will entice even the most hard-to-please aesthetes. The place is buzzing with popularity among trendy crowd and is an ideal spot for romance with its alluring date-night atmosphere. Even so, the noisy disruptions from music and conversations could use some tuning down.

  • Great Buzz

    Popular, lively vibe and photogenic, trendy ambiance frequently praised.

  • Bad To Entertain

    Loud music from next door disrupted the cozy dining experience.

Perks: Pet-appreciating noise trap

If you find comfort in a place where pets get a warm welcome, then this is the place for you. The restaurant also scores with its efficient reservation system, outdoor seating, and large group accommodations. But brace yourself for the challenging parking situation and noise levels comparable to a rock concert.

  • Great For Groups

    Able to accommodate large groups efficiently with great service.

  • Bad Service

    Inconsistently slow service, rude or inattentive; some experiences felt rushed.