Had lunch at Cucina recently and honestly... best decision for a sunny afternoon. The outdoor patio setup is so good. If it's your first visit, just know lunch works a little differently, you walk up to the counter and order from the deli case. We had no idea what we were doing at first, but the woman helping us at the counter was super patient and walked us through everything and gave recommendations. So Nice! I went with the mozzarella-filled risotto ball with marinara and a mozzarella tomato salad. Yes, it was a very mozzarella-heavy lunch choice and I stand by it. Also grabbed a fro-sè and kept it simple with a San Pellegrino. My other half definitely won the "better lunch" competition with egg salad sandwich, roasted brussels sprouts, and the pasta salad combo was ridiculously good. Parking was easier than expected too. There's a side parking lot we totally missed at first, plus a lot of nearby street parking. Definitely one of those places I'd go back to on another sunny day just to sit outside, snack, and slowly sip a fro-sè. read more

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Stopped by before a concert at the SLC Clubhouse and ended up loving this place. We didn't have much time, so we grabbed a glass of wine and a couple frozen sangrias, but the whole vibe made us want to come back and stay longer next time. The patio is amazing and such a fun atmosphere. They were setting up live music as we were leaving, which made it feel even more special. There's also a cute little bakery/cafe inside that I definitely want to try next time. Such a great spot to relax, have drinks, and enjoy the atmosphere. Already looking forward to going back for the full experience. read more

Cucina - Sangria and wine - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Cucina is one of those rare places that feels like you discovered something special. It's a true hidden gem and easily my favorite spot in Salt Lake. The menu is on another level, not just good, but genuinely different. It's not a copy of anything else in the city. Every dish feels intentional, creative, and just fun to eat. You can tell they actually care about what they're putting on the plate. And then there's the wine list. It's deep, interesting, and way better than you'd expect, whether you know exactly what you want or just feel like exploring. It adds to the whole experience without ever feeling stuffy. What really pulls it all together is the atmosphere. It has this effortless energy where you walk in and instantly relax. It feels like an escape, like you're stepping out of the normal routine for a bit. It's lively, but still comfortable enough to settle in, have a great conversation, and actually enjoy the night. Cucina just hits that balance. Great food, great wine, great vibe. It's the kind of place you leave already thinking about the next time you're coming back. read more

What an awesome place! The ambiance, the servers, the owner, the food, the wine! Honestly, every single thing delivered above and beyond! I have to say, this is my new favorite restaurant. I felt at home and welcomed, left with a happy and full tummy! read more

I was excited to come try a wine flight, or the frozen sangria that I keep hearing about. However, when we visited, the restaurant was being set up for an event, so they were not serving alcohol. I was bummed about that but figured I'd give the food a try since I was there. My son and I ordered at the counter and then found a seat outside on the patio in the middle of the setup crew. I felt like we might be in the way, but they worked around us. When our food came out, it attracted a swarm of bees, which scared my son (he has a deep fear of those suckers). The staff was quick to assist-first bringing fans to the table to try to scare them away, and then ultimately setting us up with a makeshift table inside when the bees persisted. Crisis averted. The food was fantastic. I enjoyed the salmon and red potatoes while my son had a sandwich and mashed potatoes (yeah, I know.) Everything was delicious and I appreciated their flexibility to accommodate us amidst the hustle and bustle of the event setup. I'd love to return during normal operation to get a feel for how things work on a regular day. And to try that wine flight. read more

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First time here. The daily specials in display cases aren't on a menu--you need to ask about them. They have sandwiches, soups, salads and sides to go with main dishes. I ordered a chicken enchilada with cheese, sour cream and salsa. The spaghetti squash had some spice. The corn chowder ended up on the floor mat of my car because the lid didn't fit, so I don't know what it tasted like. It took awhile for the food to be heated from then delivered to our table. Self serve water, utensils and napkins. Had to go to the counter to ask for takeout cartons. Inside and outdoor seating. Street parking only. Cafeteria style so it didn't seem like the foods went together to form a normal meal. read more

My wife and I planned to stop in for lunch today. We decided to go elsewhere as the management decided to offer a forced political side with any meal we planned. Congratulations on your "Stop ICE" signage at your front door. Futile, illegal messaging based on its contents, and needlessly alienating. We went elsewhere nearby, similar clientele and staffing, but no virtue signaling and had a very nice experience. Just dumb. read more

Food and service outstanding. I tried to return as often as possible, and that my wallet will allow. Highly recommended. Pat.

Wow wow wow!! This is the place to come. The staff was incredible, owner Dean, was visible, engaged and friendly. One of the best wine lists in the city and ALL by the glass. Food was incredible, flavorful and full of passion. Hand made pasta specials each day and affogato that would make the angels sing. Loved that it's tucked into the neighborhood around the Avenue's. Looking for a great place to dine with friends or a romantic date with your better half - this is the place to come. We sat inside but the patio looked dreamy read more

Overall not super satisfied with our experience when it comes to food. The service and ambiance was great! However we did a multiple course meal and all the food options just fell flat for me. I was very excited to try out this restaurant and I am planning on giving it another chance because everyone always talks about how great it is but this time personally it did not hit the spot and wasn't anything great. I am hoping it was just a weird one time thing! read more

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Great food and friendly service. a little pricey...I went there during lunch time. Felt a little like a cafeteria...

We had SUCH a magical night here! We originally came because we heard they have frozen rose/sangria and we were so excited that a place in Salt Lake City offered those. It was the first thing both of us ordered, and they were both delicious. We got there around 8pm and it was the perfect temperature to sit on the patio. Our server was AMAZING - I didn't catch her name but she was wonderful. The owner was around as well and was bopping around and chatting with the tables, and he was so lovely to chat with! A huge thank you to him for taking the time to chat. The food was phenomenal. We were truly blown away. I got the porcini fettucine and my partner got the bison steak. Everything was so intentionally thought out and delicious. We each got a scoop of ice cream for dessert and the flavors were so interesting. My partner got the mole which was chocolatey and had a savory kick to it. I got their spruce tip ice cream and holy crap - it was just delicious, I can't even describe the flavor. So refreshing and interesting. Truly one of the best dining experiences I've had in SLC. I can't believe I haven't been here before. We will definitely be back. read more

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Love this place. The food. The service. The ambiance. We drive all the way uptown from Lehi just to eat the meatloaf sandwich. It is divine. All of the salads and side offerings are homemade and delicious- everything from orzo to beet salad. They also have wine pairing dinners here. read more

Cucina - Mac and cheese and beet salad. - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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We went to Cucina Wine Bar for date night dinner tonight. Overall the service was lovely, the food was high class, and every plate was artfully crafted. We had an early reservation and opted for the dining room, but they also have a lovely patio, which has a nice vibe due to being tucked away in the avenues. We sat down with the expectation we'd be sharing a few appetizers and some entrees with wine, but the server let us know they had a tasting menu ($80/person), and we were wanted to try a lot of different things, so we opted for that. The portions were pretty small, and I could see a lot of people leaving here hungry, but I would say the quality and experience were worth it. We opted to pair wine as well ($30 extra/person), and I would highly recommend it as they picked the perfect pairings per course. You can see the breakdown of the dishes in my menu photo. My favorite bite of the night was the crab cake, but the bison striploin was a close second--super tender with a mix of different flavors and textures to accompany it. The bill came in around $280, which is quite pricey, but we knew it would be. Compared to our $400+ we spent at Table X, this would be a great, more affordable alternative for a high class meal. If you prefer large portions, this ain't the place for you. read more

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Came back for dinner and it was wonderful! Everything we got from the menu was delicious and portions were adequate. My favorite was the mushroom dish. Don't skip dessert! read more

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We used to absolutely love cucina and were frequent patrons, but they've gone downhill recently. My husband and I ordered the Thanksgiving dinner to go, advertised as a meal to heat at home for $60. We figured it would serve two at that price and offer some unique flavors. Clearly, we were wrong, as we opened the order to find one roll, one dessert, one scoop of mashed potatoes. The biggest item in the order was the container of bland gravy. We had expected phenomenal flavors and perhaps trusted too much based on prior experiences. Save your money and go elsewhere. read more

Cucina - Inedible pecan bar with raw dough (that's not frosting) - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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I LOVED Cucina. The ambiance up in the Aves is always a cool, young feel. This restaurant is a little gem that quietly sits in this excellent neighborhood and the food is delicious. The night we went, there weren't many other customers so we were well taken care of. Great service and staff. I got the seared tuna and I absolutely loved the yummy sauce and delicious rice paired with it. I would go back in a heartbeat to try this dish once again. We also tried the pizza and steak dish. They were both very good. There are lots of different meal options that can please all sorts of taste palates. I look forward to going back. read more

Cucina - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Had a lovely experience at Cucina last night with a bunch of my friends! When I saw that Cucina had released a limited-time only Budget Tasting Menu, I immediately started asking my friends who would like to join me to try it out. I ended up having 10 friends saying they'd like to join me. I was shocked. The reservation was made over the phone with ease and the afternoon before the evening we arrived, Cucina called me just to double check the size of my party. I appreciated that they were so on top of it. When we arrived to Cucina, we were quickly greeted and served by Eddie. Eddie took care of my friends and I the entire night. He recommended this amazing red wine, Dunham Trutina. He made us laugh, he was so kind, and even graciously split up our bill between our group even though he was so busy that night. He was such a gem. The food was incredible. I loved it all. My favorite by far was the beautiful and flavorful Sesame Ahi Tataki. Chef Joey - I'm in awe of you and your food. Please, please, please do this Budget Tasting Menu again! I'd highly recommend you go to Cucina, you will be so glad you did, and I hope you're lucky enough to get Eddie as your server! read more

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Made a dinner reservation to celebrate a new job! Took a bottle of wine with us :) Ordered the lions mane mushroom under a brick for the vegetarian option and it was tasty! Salad was average. Ordered two desserts because they both sounded equally interesting and they did not disappoint The outdoor patio and perfect weather at the beginning of summer made for a perfect evening. Their patio is dog friendly and we took our dog with us read more

Cucina - Dessert - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

This is my favorite place for brunch, the quality of food and the flavor are unmatched. Seriously this is the best place if you area real foodie! Not to mention how beautiful the place is and how amazing the staff is ! read more

Cucina - Stuffed Portobello mushroom and quinoa salad! Just epic!!! - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Found this place on a whim. Went with my gut... and wasn't disappointed. This place is a nice hole in the wall spot near the university. I really enjoyed the ambiance and low key of this place. The food was really good. The breakfast sandwhich was declious with soft bread. Also enjoyed the caprese salad. My wife got the Curry Chicken Salad with a side of the Corn Salad. Both, flavor ful and delicious. My daughter was satisfied with her fruit bowl and roll. The reason we give this place a 4 instead of a 5 is the dry danish and rolls. The staff was accommodating and nice. Don't have any complaints about the service. read more

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Great deli! I stopped by for lunch, I happen to be in the area at lunchtime. Nice find! The gentleman at the counter who took my order was very friendly and pleasant. I ordered the Italian combo sandwich and it was fresh and delicious! It look like there were a lot of locals having lunch and pretty popular. When you in Salt Lake City go to the avenues and enjoy lunch or dinner and I think you will enjoy it! read more

Cucina - Italian combo - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

Food was incredible. The server gave great wine suggestions. We were all blown away by our meals and desserts. The ambiance is very warm, cozy, and a hidden gem in downtown avenues. Creative ingredients and dishes your mouth will thank you. read more

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Great price with healthy food options. Nice place to choose your seating as well with indoors or outdoors. read more

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Best dinner I've ever had, no joke. We went in at random just to try it out. It is expensive but to us it was worth it

This is a cute "old world" establishment. You walk in and order from their cased selections. The gourmet turkey panini was really good. It is slightly spicy. We also got a chocolate chip brownie is very rich. You get a bit of fudge taste with some salt. Dining area is spacious and has bench and chair seating. There is also a side area to sit outside. Parking is minimal in the rear, or you can choose to park on the street. Service was friendly. read more

Cucina - Menu - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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A nearby friend recommended this restaurant. It had open tables at Sunday lunchtime in January. We had half a mushroom sandwich, half a roast beef sandwich, coffee, and hot chocolate. All good! It would benefit from a boot scraper so that people with snow on their boots do not leave a messy and slippery patch of water. read more

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First thing to get out of the way - if you're worried about the cost and whether Cucina is worth it, it is! We had the sesame crusted ahi steak, chicken, and a nice lemony custard/cake with a date crusted bottom. Everything wasn't only delicious, but also managed not to be too rich or too scant a portion. The chicken was cooked perfectly, falling off the bone and making it easy to mix with the pan sauce. The coconut sauce complimented the ahi steak very nicely, and the desert was nice and light but full of flavor. Finally, the service - I'm sure you'll enjoy Cucina regardless but you are in for top tier service if Becca is there to help you out. She recommended a beautiful wine flight that was light and crisp, complimenting the meal. She was neither forgetful nor overbearing. All of this packaged into a room that was neither too loud nor too well lit or dark. Great experience, will be back. read more

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Ate here for Valentine's Day. Food was excellent. I recommend the crab cakes and the bison steak. Great wine selection too (no sweet wines though, other than port). Overall, a delicious place to eat with great service and nice ambiance. read more

Cucina - Bruschetta - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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Went for dinner - I had high hopes and they were surpassed. Restaurant was quaint with a touch of class, but not at all pretentious. The menu and wine list were simple with enough diversity. The server was very knowledgeable, and all four dishes we approached perfection. Absolutely going back. read more

The food is amazing! We had the crab cakes (ate them too fast to take a pic), mushroom fettuccine, and the bison steak. Will definitely be back! read more

Cucina - Mushroom fettuccine - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

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We had the chance to again experience the greatness of Cucina in SLC! Standouts from our grazing around the menu were Venison Carpaccio , Lions Mane Mushroom under brick, sesame Ahi Steak and the Pappaedelle pasta dish. All paired amazingly well with the '09 Izarbe Reserve Rioja. Just add beloved company to this unique and super-fresh lineup and Slam-Bam!!! Outstanding! My compliments to the chef! read more

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We've been coming to this place since 2000, always worth a visit for lunch, great people, good food and super chill. Dinner is a different vibe, not bad, just different, certainly worth visiting for dinner. read more

It's a very cute, unassuming restaurant. The orange salmon is delicious, and they don't skimp on the sides. My friend got the dill salmon - which was also good (served cold), but I preferred my dish. Price is reasonable for the quality and amount of food you get. read more

Cucina - Orange crusted salmon with mozzarella caprese salad and fruit cup - Delis Near Me - Salt Lake City, Utah

best place in slc ! the owner is the best and the atmosphere is too good! i would love to go back to salt lake city just to visit the owner again! read more

Have driven by many times and finally had the chance to stop in for dinner, and it was amazing!!! The service and our waitress were top notch. We ate out on the patio and enjoyed one of Utah's famous summer evenings in perfect temperature. We started with the fried avacado and it was very good, the presentation was awesome, great way to start the meal. Must order when you go. I was surprised when my wife ordered the mushroom under a brick. She doesn't like mushrooms but was intrigued by how cooking it under a brick would change the texture and she loved it. The taste was amazing! But I really like mushrooms. It almost eats like a steak. If I were a vegetarian this would be my go to steak substitute. We rounded out dinner with chicken appendages which we both agreed were really good but last on our list and a little spendy for chicken. And the pasta of the day which was a green spinach pasta in a very yummy sauce, very very good. All in all a very nice dining experience, great evening. Can't wait to come back. read more

They come up in the search for vegan restaurants but really only have one light option. I have had mixed experiences with the staff, but the owner is a nice guy. read more

What a hidden gem! This restaurant is tucked in a neighborhood with beautiful old homes. We sat on the patio which was so perfect! My group of six co-workers tried this restaurant before flying home. We tried a bunch of items and shared family style. I took pictures of the food which were plated so beautifully- such vibrant colors. My favorites included the Buffalo steak, tagliatelle pasta with lion's head mushrooms, sourdough flatbread with goat cheese (my favorite), cauliflower, fried avocado, octopus with dandelion purée, salad with macadamia nuts and black ants ( couldn't try this- not too adventurous)..I think we tried more but can't remember every dish. Service was fantastic!! Highly recommend this restaurant!! read more

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What a great find! Plenty of wine to pick from and the food was great. Outdoor patio was nice and service was good.

We had a good dining experience at Cucina. The surroundings were nice, but relaxed with friendly and attentive service. We loved the decor with intriguing antique items spread throughout the restaurant (it kept my attention longer than my wife probably wanted, but she is no antique). The menu is focused and full of unique dishes that will surprise you with their quality and flavor. I love nothing more than something that takes my by surprise (in a good way, at least). We enjoyed the Roma Crunch Wedge that is served with well-spiced popcorn chicken, delicious aioli, sweet corn, and aged pecorino romano. My wife enjoyed the sourdough flatbreads offered that evening. She loves herself anything made from sourdough. We also loved the Huckleberry Ganache. Now, I am from Montana, where most huckleberries are grown high up and deep into the mountain forests, so I have had just about every huckleberry dish imaginable and still love those berries. Cucina managed to surprise and delight us with this dessert (remember, I like a good surprise). Bravo. Thank you for a nice evening, Cucina. read more