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Orange County - Il Sole Cucina restaurant
8.2

Il Sole Cucina

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Authentic yet pricey delights

Despite its neutral creativity standpoint, Il Sole Cucina shines when it comes to taste and freshness, with customers frequently describing their food as delicious and amazing while praising the fresh, authentic feel of the ingredients. Portion sizes are also perfect and generous, filling up the guests well, despite being tagged as overpriced. Variety does stand out, satisfying all diners with their diverse and extensive selection.

  • Great Quality

    Fresh, quality ingredients consistently highlighted; homemade, authentic feel praised.

  • Almost Creative

    Authentic Italian cuisine appreciated, yet not explicitly creative.

  • Bad Value

    Overpriced for mediocre food, especially considering quality and taste

Top 3 dishes at Il Sole Cucina

  1. 1

    Spaghetti and Meatballs 🏆

    Meatballs are flavorful, tender, and described as melt-in-your-mouth good.

    Spaghetti and Meatballs dish
  2. 2

    Brick Oven Pizza

    Savory brick oven morsel, wood-fired, delivers authentic italian taste.

    Brick Oven Pizza dish
  3. 3

    Butter Cake

    Warm, moist, decadent butter cake is unrivaled and truly phenomenal.

    Butter Cake dish

Vibe: Unassuming haven for romantic bliss

With an ambiance that is quaint, cozy, and unassuming, Il Sole Cucina transports its guests to a romantic dining experience. The bustling servers keep the atmosphere lively, as guests enjoy the privacy and relaxing ambiance perfect for date nights. The wine list is comprehensive, with top-notch recommendations for all palates, and the outdoor seating with heated lamps offer a warm dining experience.

  • Great Ambiance

    Quaint, cozy, and unassuming ambiance highly praised by customers.

  • Okay Views

    Most reviews are about outdoor seating, not specifically related views.

Perks: Commendable conveniences with auditory hiccups

Although the restaurant can get loud and noisy, making conversations difficult, reservations are made effortlessly and tables are ready upon arrival. Outdoor dining in winter is made comfortable with heated lamps and the restaurant is pet-friendly, garnering positive interactions from welcoming staff. The restaurant, however, may not be suitable for larger groups due to its small and noisy dining area.

  • Great Outdoor

    Heated lamps created a warm, comfy outdoor dining experience during winter.

  • Okay To Reserve

    Reservations recommended due to high demand and busy nature.

  • Bad For Groups

    Small, loud room makes for a busy and noisy dining experience.