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4.7
- 4.6Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
Award-winning
CUCINA urbana
4.7
7172 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
505 Laurel St., San Diego, CA 92101
Make a reservation
2 people
May 10, 2025
May 2025
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
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9:00 PM
Experiences are available.
About this restaurant
- Great for fine wines
- Good for special occasions
- Neighborhood gem
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesItalian, American, Mediterranean
- Hours of operationDinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefTim Kolanko
- CateringURBAN KITCHEN CATERING provides four star, stunning events with menus unique to your occasion. For more information check the URBAN KITCHEN CATERING link on our website www.urbankitchengroup.com or call Alison at 619.239.2222 extension 2. Or if interested in restaurant buyout opportunities, please contact Tiffany Tassano at 619.239.2222 extension 4.
- Private party facilitiesFrom birthday celebrations and corporate dinners to graduation celebrations and wedding receptions, our space is perfect for your dining event. Our Wine Shop offers an intimate semi-private space for smaller functions, while larger groups are welcome to host their event using our entire restaurant as a private venue. We offer: wine specialists, who will design pairings for your meal, personalized printed menus, table decorations, specialty to-go gifts, and more.
- Delivery & takeout
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
- MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
- NeighborhoodBanker's Hill
- Cross street5th avenue
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Complimentary Old Globe Shuttle
Multiple dates availableHeaded to The Old Globe? Let us do the driving. Dine at CUCINA urbana before your show time and add a complimentary shuttle ride to Balboa Park. No matinee shows | advanced booking required Available on evenings during regular Old Globe show schedule.
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What 7,172 people are saying
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Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CUCINA urbana, a beloved San Diego gem, offers "amazing food," "outstanding service," and a "great atmosphere." Known for its "delicious homemade pasta," "vast wine selection," and "friendly, attentive staff," it consistently delights patrons. Highlights include the "woodfired pizza," "squash blossoms," and "Kevin," a standout server. Expect a lively ambiance and memorable dining experience.
7,172 Reviews
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Frank
San Diego1 review
5.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Joyce
Los Angeles1 review
1.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 1
- Food 2
- Service 1
- Ambience 1
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bernardo VIP
New York City15 reviews
5.0Dined on May 3, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Aaron VIP
San Diego1 review
5.0Dined on May 1, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Byeongchan
Unspecified1 review
5.0Dined on May 1, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Jon VIP
San Diego3 reviews
5.0Dined on April 27, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Jim
San Diego5 reviews
5.0Dined on April 27, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando1 review
5.0Dined on April 24, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Arlene
Los Angeles1 review
5.0Dined on April 21, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Teresa
San Diego6 reviews
5.0Dined on April 20, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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FAQs
CUCINA urbana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 239-2222.
CUCINA urbana is rated 4.7 stars by 7172 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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- United States
- San Diego
- San Diego
- Banker's Hill
Make a reservation
2 people
May 10, 2025
May 2025
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9:00 PM
Experiences are available.
505 Laurel St., San Diego, CA 92101
Dining areas
Additional information
- Award-winning
- MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
- MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
- Cross street5th avenue
- NeighborhoodBanker's Hill
- Hours of operationDinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesItalian, American, Mediterranean
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefTim Kolanko
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Delivery & takeout
- Phone number
- CateringURBAN KITCHEN CATERING provides four star, stunning events with menus unique to your occasion. For more information check the URBAN KITCHEN CATERING link on our website www.urbankitchengroup.com or call Alison at 619.239.2222 extension 2. Or if interested in restaurant buyout opportunities, please contact Tiffany Tassano at 619.239.2222 extension 4.
- Private party facilitiesFrom birthday celebrations and corporate dinners to graduation celebrations and wedding receptions, our space is perfect for your dining event. Our Wine Shop offers an intimate semi-private space for smaller functions, while larger groups are welcome to host their event using our entire restaurant as a private venue. We offer: wine specialists, who will design pairings for your meal, personalized printed menus, table decorations, specialty to-go gifts, and more.