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La Mia Cucina, Pacific Grove, CA
La Mia Cucina, Pacific Grove, CA
La Mia Cucina, Pacific Grove, CA
La Mia Cucina, Pacific Grove, CA
La Mia Cucina, Pacific Grove, CA

La Mia Cucina

4.9
4.9
1045 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Stroll along 17th St., between Lighthouse and Laurel and you will find one of the Peninsula’s favorite spots, La Mia Cucina. This little jewel, with its fresh ambiance and tantalizing menu, is popular with everyone. The colorful European advertising posters that enliven the walls, are “originals, not reproductions.” That phrase is accurate in describing La Mia Cucina itself. From the comfortable linen white decor, accented beautifully by those turn-of-the-century posters, to the hand-crafted entrees and desserts, everything about La Mia Cucina says fresh and original. Owner Michael’s specialty, his ravioli dishes, are a renowned local favorite, and for good reason. They are hand made, with all the care that only a lifetime of creative food combining can bring. In addition to pasta, La Mia Cucina is known for it's fresh fish and meat specials. The desserts are made in-house by his wife Paula and daughter Michaela, and the service is personal and inviting.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 373-2416
  • Website
    http://lamiacucinaristorante.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Michael Scanlon
  • Private party facilities
    La Mia Cucina offers a private room for parties up to 40.
  • Location
    208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Cross street
    Lighthouse & Laurel
  • Parking details
    Large, free parking lot in front of restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

La Mia Cucina's menu was last updated on 5/13/2023.

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What 1,045 people are saying

La Mia Cucina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 5Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Best Service

  • California Central Coast

    Best Ambiance

  • California Central Coast

    Best Value

  • California Central Coast

    Italian

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Overall

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Food

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Service

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Ambiance

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Value

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Healthy

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Neighborhood gem

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for fine wines

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Mia Cucina is a beloved neighborhood gem offering "excellent food and service" with an inviting, cozy ambiance. Renowned for its authentic Italian dishes like veal marsala and mushroom ravioli, it's perfect for any occasion. The attentive staff and "exceptional" hospitality from owners Michael and Paula make every visit memorable.
1,045 Reviews

  1. Dan VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Michael is amazing and his team is exceptional. Great food and great service!

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  2. Jim VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lobster Ravioli. A must. You’ve been advised. You’re welcome.

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  3. Judy VIP

    Los Angeles18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and presentation were excellent. The ambience was very pleasant and not overcrowded. We all ordered different entrees and each was enjoyed. The cannoli was delicious.

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  4. Clayton

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful rooms simple and fun. Staff was very attentive. Food was excellent.

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  5. Wren VIP

    Central Coast50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t know who was in the kitchen making the delicious meals because the chef/owner was everywhere! He was clearing tables, seating diners, delivering checks and schmoozing. The food was still as good as we remembered from one other time. We both ordered veal because we rarely see it on menus. It was offered fixed with 4 different sauces; I chose Marsala, my BF chose piccata which I think I preferred once I tried both. The ambiance of the room is fun with pretty yellow walls, large posters of mostly Parisian things, I believe, and pleasant track lighting to highlight them. As their own description says, it still serves on white table cloths and for the prices they charge, I don’t know where else you would find that kind of sophistication. I was offered spumoni as a bday treat but I also ordered tiramisu and it was so good it made me overcome my guilt…almost.

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  6. David

    San Francisco7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and wine menu. I always order the veal dishes. Never had a bad meal.

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  7. Jon

    Central Coast8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Paula and Michael and their top notch staff made the evening very memorable. We will return again soon!!!

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  8. Marc VIP

    San Francisco33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La Mia Cucina is truly a neighborhood gem. It was my first time, but I went with a long time resident. The food (and wine) was excellent, the service was attentive, warm and very helpful, and the ambience ideal for both date night and celebrations, except for the overly loud and raucous.

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  9. Dede

    San Francisco177 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server explained the specials and answered all of our questions. The house wine is great and reasonably priced. The lasagna was amazing. Food came out at a nice pace, not too fast or slow. Will definitely return.

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  10. Trevor VIP

    Central Coast34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful experience. The service was wonderful and the food was delicious. Lovely wine to complement the wonderful food. Will definitely be returning for more of this.

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FAQs

La Mia Cucina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 373-2416.

La Mia Cucina is rated 4.9 stars by 1045 OpenTable diners.

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

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208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lighthouse & Laurel
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Large, free parking lot in front of restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Scanlon
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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