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CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA

CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach

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4.6 (2835)
$30 and under
Italian
951 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 71 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
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
    (949) 706-1416
  • Website
    http://www.urbankitchengroup.com/cucina-enoteca-newport-beach/
  • 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.
  • Location
    951 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
  • 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

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Experiences

  • Dragonette Cellars Wine Dinner

    $75.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 11, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    Five-Course Wine Dinner: $130++ / person Non Refundable Deposit: $75/ person due at the time of booking and deducted from the final bill on the night of the dinner. Join us for an unforgettable evening with Dragonette Cellars Founder, Brandon Sparks-Gillis at CUCINA enoteca Newport Beach! Savor a beautifully curated intimate five-course family style wine dinner, thoughtfully crafted by Executive Chef Cesar Sarmiento and Beverage Manager Luke Wilmoth.
    Dragonette Cellars Wine Dinner Photo

Menu

CUCINA enoteca - Newport Beach's menu was last updated on 12/31/2022.

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What 2,835 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CUCINA enoteca in Newport Beach offers a "beautiful restaurant" experience with "amazing food" and a "great atmosphere." Diners highlight the attentive service from staff like Tanner and Crystal, and dishes such as the "focaccia" and "tagliatelle with bolognese" are highly praised. While noise levels can be high, the overall ambiance and culinary offerings make it a "wonderful place" for both casual and special occasions.
2,835 Reviews

  1. Joanne VIP

    Las Vegas63 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal service Bonnie is super accommodating and her daughter was working the kitchen and the orders were perfect!! Thank you 😊

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  2. Mark VIP

    Orange County10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was ok but the service was extremely slow as they were understaffed even though the restaurant was not busy.

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  3. Heather VIP

    Orange County65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful meal. The servers at our table were very attentive and friendly. The food was delicious. However the hosts were not friendly and unprepared for our reservation and sat us 15 minutes past our reservation. I arrived 10 min early to insure the table was ready. They gave zero explanation and just kept us waiting while they sat walk ins right away. Very poor service from the host staff.

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  4. SUN

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, service was superb, it was a perfect night

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  5. Madeline VIP

    Orange County10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shout out to our server…Tanner and the chef. Food was delicious and service was A+. I also love the ambiance and our great seat near the fireplace.

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  6. Lori

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and service was excellent, would definitely recommend

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  7. Patrizia VIP

    Hawaii13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, food and service! Walking distance from VEA!

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  8. David VIP

    Orange County28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was good - not great, but good - with nothing wrong at all. The food was ok. The family likes this location, it's okay, although it's very noisy. I had to yell across the table to be heard, which just exacerbated the loud volume of the restaurant.

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  9. Rose VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was great service from waiter, food was delicious but the host could definitely use more training. Not up to par with the rest of the restaurant.

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  10. Bobbie VIP

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We were rushed to eat and run. This was a dinner outing for us and the experience was very unpleasant. The main dish came out a minute after the appetizer and salad. No change of plates between dishes. We would not return.

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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 2835 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 71 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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