Came for a second time after a concert and it was lovely. The staff and atmosphere is so welcoming it felt as if we were dining at home. The penne alla puttanesca was flavorful, full of capers and olives (my favorite) and paired perfectly with my wine. Wonderful, lowkey and enjoyable Friday night dinner read more

Cuoco Pazzo - Penne alla Puttanesca with Chicken - Italian Near Me - Mt Pleasant, South Carolina

This place is always amazing! The gluten free pasta is delicious. The owner is always very nice and the staff are very friendly. You are always greeted with a smile. The vibe is semi-formal / quiet. read more

I can't believe that I have never been to this restaurant before as I love Italian food. Wow the food and wine were delicious. I ordered the Pappardelle bolognese and it was huge and delicious. I loved the sweet bartender from Rochester, she was so attentive. read more

Overall: Great food all around, we will definitely be back at some point. The good: Friendly service and plenty to choose from, with low lighting to make the atmosphere charming and warm. Lobster ravioli was amazing and so was the chicken parm, with more than reasonable portion sizes and prices. The not-so-good: Service was much slower than expected, but we weren't in a rush and didn't mind. The manager even came over to apologize. Not a ton of seating and it can feel a little tight between tables. Food/drink: 8.5/10 Atmosphere: 8/10 Service: 8/10 read more

Great food and service. Great Italian food in Mt Pleasant. One of many choices to eat in the area, and never disappointed.

This is, hands down, the best Italian restaurant in Charleston. The flavor, portion size, and price​​ but especially the flavor make it the best read more

Attended a rehearsal dinner here. The food was amazing and they accommodated our large party perfectly. Highly recommend!!

This gem is conveniently located in the heart of Mount Pleasant in a stand alone building anchoring the Fairmount Shopping Center on Johnnie Dodds Blvd. There's plenty of parking which is always appreciated. The bright, beautiful, upscale dining room was surprisingly busy on this Wednesday evening, early into dinner service. Our server, Jim, approached us right away with menus and to tell us about the specials. My companion went with a garden salad and Pollo alla Griglia. I selected a Caesar with dressing on the side and one of the specials, the "stuffed" chicken breast. Bread was served quickly. Unfortunately, it was disappointedly underwhelming which perhaps was a good thing given what was soon to arrive. The Griglia was a large pounded and grilled chicken breast sautéed with mushrooms in a white wine sauce, which also lightly topped the accompanying generous portion of spaghetti. My tremendous chicken breast was actually pounded thin then prepared, jelly roll style and tucked in, filled with spinach, mozzarella and sliced cherry peppers ... then, baked ... wrapped in crispy prosciutto, topped with blistered cherry tomatoes, accompanied with a lightly pomodoro-sauced, adequate portion of penne. Both dishes were delizioso! We passed on desert but I couldn't leave without ordering a cannoli to go. Our server, Jim, was stellar. In case you were wondering, dinner was pricey, just a tad under $100 before tip, but this was fine dining and we didn't need to pay for parking to get the experience. If you haven't been, go ... if it's been a while, make your reservation! You'll love it. read more

Cuoco Pazzo - 'Stuffed' Chicken Breast ... a fabulous Special! - Italian Near Me - Mt Pleasant, South Carolina

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We had heard the word that this was an underrated Italian spot in the area. The menu was very reasonable and had everything you could want: pasta, seafood, ravioli, veal, and delicious apps. Our waiter Jimmy really made the whole experience. He was top notch and a seasoned vet! He came across as an owner and was patient and guided us to all the food he knew would bring the table to life. We started with some wine and stuffed mushrooms and antipasti with prosciutto and mozzarella. The mushrooms were unbelievable! We all agreed that we picked the right place from that point on. We decided on lobster ravioli, shrimp and mussel pasta, veal Parmesan and chicken piccata. The entrees were all excellent and another bottle of wine was the perfect complement to round out the experience. They have a small bar as well to relax if you're in solo. This place has some great soul and we heard the chef hails from Sicily. Give them a try! read more

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Food was excellent, portions were large and ambiance was great. Staff was very attentive(maybe a little too much). Can't wait to go again.

One of the finest Italian restaurants anywhere. Excellent freshly prepared food , great wines and excellent service. The lemoncello cake is an incredible dessert to finish off a thoroughly enjoyable evening! read more

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Food was so good and huge portions (we could have honestly shared the meal there was so much!). The complimentary bread and olive oil were delicious. Staff were welcoming and attentive. Large, open area with beautifully decorated tables and there is a screen at the front with a live feed from Venice. Plenty of parking as well! It's a must try! read more

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We really enjoyed this place! The food was delicious, the service was excellent and the ambiance delightful. I had the mussels, which were divine, served in a garlicky broth. Someone else got a chicken pasta dish, and said it was great. They also make great cocktails. The owner is fun, and comes around to each table to make sure everyone is satisfied. Super friendly and cozy. Funny how the best restaurants are usually in strip malls! read more

I am an Italian food snob and theirs is the best I have had in SC. Hearty portions; good bread, friendly service, and the owners come out to check on you. read more

What a great place. I've had good Italian food but this was the next level above. Veal cooked to perfection, service was excellent , and food had so much flavor. This isn't one of those small plate bullshit restaurants that you eat 5 bites and you're still hungry. This place actually gives you what you pay for. I lived up north and had some good Italian but I honestly can say this is even better. I don't need to go downtown or anywhere else in Charleston for Italian food again. read more

Cuoco Pazzo - Veal parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Mt Pleasant, South Carolina

Very authentic Italian food with wonderful service!! We've been eating here for years and each time it's consistently delicious!

Everything came out of either a can, a jar or the freezer. The worst Italian food I've ever had.

The veal piccata was excellent served with perfectly cooked pasta. Great service and a lovely place. Highly recommended! You don't find restaurants this great e read more

I was so pleasantly surprised for my first time at Cuoco Pazzo! Walking in, the ambience was lovely. The service was excellent and our waiter John had excellent recommendations on food and wine. We sat at a table but the bar area also looked nice to sit at. We fully enjoyed the complimentary bread and delicious oil. The papardelle pasta was delicious and cooked perfectly. The bolognese sauce was flavorful. The veal parmigiana was also done very well. The portion sizes were very generous for the price. Everything on their menu looked delicious so we will definitely be back to try some other dishes. I highly recommend making a reservation even on a weeknight because it was packed! I've had a hard time finding good Italian food in mount pleasant but this place was it! read more

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the veal picatta was excellent. excellent service in a charming romantic setting! don't miss this place. hugh menu. i will be back to try everything! read more

I had family in town who specifically requested fettucine alfredo, so I did a search of restaurants and found Cuoco Pazzo. I used to live only a few blocks from here and had never been, but I thought it was a good choice as we could walk Shem Creek afterwards. This is one of those hidden-gem type restaurants. The pricing is a steal for Mt P and the food was delicious (I had the gnocchi!). My waiter was less than helpful at suggesting which wine to pair with my meal, but that just goes to show that this is more of a down home, old school restaurant and not a fru-fru snooty spot. I will definitely be back and have already told lots of my local friends to check it out, too! read more

By far the best authentic Italian food in Mt Pleasant. The portions are large, the staff is extremely friendly and it's always good. This is our go to spot and will continue coming back for a long time. Thank you for always making it special !!!! read more

The absolute best Italian! Martini was awesome! Bread great, food incredible!Service incredible!!

Food was very good. We had take Out. The order was correct hot ready and tasty. We will be back. Reminded us of Rome read more

the decor, the ambiance and the staff were welcoming and very friendly...the food was delicious, the wine list was impressive and the only flaw was the overpowering perfume of the older lady who works there...please limit your usage when serving great aromatic foods it kills the whole experience read more

One of best Italian restaurants ever!! The food is delicious and they have a great wine list. The best part is is friendly , accommodating staff! highly recommend ! read more

It was a nice place with great service and friendly employees. My companions got the salmon and fettuccine Alfredo and thought they were great. I mistakenly got the Chicken Parmigiana which is probably the worst that I ever had. Trader Joe's frozen chicken parmigiana was better. The restaurant's was micro-thin and all that I tasted was flour. I should have gotten the lasagna. read more

Cuoco Pazzo - Menu 1 of 2 - Italian Near Me - Mt Pleasant, South Carolina

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I loved it!! The service was stellar and the food was great too! It feels homey and welcoming inside. I'm so glad I found this gem. Easy parking all around as well. Highly recommend. read more

Food was delicious, plentiful and reasonable prices - staff is professional and friendly

Took a chance on this local Italian eatery while on vacation and so glad that we did! We had a great experience, they played music softly and the restaurant was not loud. Seated immediately and served bread with the dipping sauce. We each ordered an entree and they were equally delicious. Lots of lobster in the ravioli, I could really taste the lobster and it was divine. Desserts were fabulous as well, if maybe a bit pricey. Not inexpensive by any means but worth it in my opinion. Honestly sad this restaurant isn't in our hometown! read more

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This is an Italian restaurant in a strip mall. But, the food is really good and reasonably priced. We had chicken Parmesan (21.95) and veal Parmesan (24.95). Peroni draft beers were teeth crackin' cold and only $6. The GM actually came to our table and apologized for not having pappardelle pasta. All good. Nice decor inside. The chocolate cake is outstanding too! read more

This delicious Italian restaurant was very deceiving since it is in a strip mall with an unappealing cement walls! Outside, the aroma of garlic was amazing! Inside, it was very old school (in my opinion), with table clothes and covered chairs. We were seated immediately, and for a Thursday night, we thought the restaurant was busy. We were immediately given bread and water, and a bowl of herbs that we had to add our own olive oil to. The bread was good, as was the oil. I ordered a side salad with a house raspberry vinaigrette, which was very good. Then came my gnocchi. Lite little pillows of delicious -ness. So so good. I thought there was a lot of sauce, although it was very tasty. They even sell it by the bottle! My husband had his go to on any Italian restaurant... Chicken Marsala. He thought it was one of the best he ever had. Prices were reasonable for what we ordered. We even had a dessert that we shared after learning all desserts were made in house. The limoncello cake was really delicious! If we come back to Mt. Pleasant, we would definitely come back here! read more

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Excellent Italian fare. Good service and a well chosen wine list primarily Italian wines. Salad was fresh and our entrees very tasty

I can not believe I was unaware of this amazing place. Delicious Italian food, beautiful decor and amazing service. Don't let the exterior fool you..the interior is beautifully decorated. Our new go to in Mount Pleasant for Italian. read more

Rainy Tuesday night visit on a work trip decided to stop by. Service was friendly and super polite. Server went over menu and some favorites she had. Went with calamari to start, followed by bread and oil. Main courses were chicken parmigiana and lasagna. Both were portioned well and had fresh Parmesan cheese added to both. Busy place by 6pm so I would suggest a reservation! Well lit dining room with fast service. read more

Cuoco Pazzo - Chicken Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Mt Pleasant, South Carolina

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The food is so delicious, I can't recommend them enough. It's one of my pleasant best kept secrets!

My wife and I came here for our anniversary, and had a lovely dinner. They recently moved to a bigger location in the same shopping center, and they have so much more space now. We started off with the appetizer special, which was fried shrimp with a Calabrian chili aioli. I loved the spice from the aioli, and the shrimp were super crispy. I got the veal pomodoro special, while she got chicken parmigiana off the menu. When they were delivered, grated Parmesan cheese was offered, which I initially declined. Once I tasted the pomodoro sauce, I realized that they under salted it, expecting people to add the Parmesan, which is a salty cheese. After adding Parmesan to it, it was great. For dessert, we got a tiramisu and a couple of the tiramisu martinis. The dessert was outshined by the martini, which was amazing. read more

When "bread" in an Italian restaurant is one step above Wonder Bread -- it foretells what is to come. Mushy + undersized lasagna with pasta barely detectable - $24 ! Heavily breaded chewy calamari Eggplant rollatini - same as lasagna - light on the eggplant - $16 Bruschetta nicely seasoned $14 Red sauce nicely balanced Olive Garden quality ------- almost read more

This is Mount Pleasant's best kept 5 star find and secret! The food touched my Italian soul just like grandmothers! Their short ribs were so tender and the accompanying pasta's sauce was hearty and robust. What i loved the most was that the food wasn't overly seasoned..just enough to compliment but not mask the flavor of the beef and the tomatoes perfectly! The potion sizes were enough to share, and well you know in most Italian families food, really good food, is meant to be SHARED. Give this quaint ristorante a try!!! read more

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The food was absolutely delicious, we had mussels, mushrooms stuffed with their bolognese sauce and calamari for appetizers. My husband and I both got the grouper special which also had a few mussels and it was wonderful. My son got the lasagna and as much as he tried, he couldn't finish it, also delicious. My son in law got the veal piccata and he couldn't eat it fast enough, it was so good. And lastly, my daughter got the Caesar salad, also good but could have had a little more ' white lettuce ' as opposed to all the green. Our waiter was also good and recommended a delicious wine. We will all be going back !! read more