Authentic Italian Dining

Taste the soul of Italy tonight.

Handmade pasta, open-flame cooking, and seasonal ingredients served in our intimate, candlelit dining room.

100%Handmade pasta
FreshSeasonal produce
17:00 – 22:00
Dinner service
Candlelit table setting in our cozy Italian restaurant
Chef SpecialHand-rolled Pappardelle
Seasonal
Seasonal Menu

Authentic flavors of the Italian coast

Experience our curated selection of seasonal dishes, prepared with traditional techniques and the finest ingredients from our trusted local purveyors.

Hand-cut tagliatelle with shaved black truffles
Chef's Pick
Vegetarian
Primi$38

Hand-Cut Tagliatelle

Fresh egg pasta, shaved black winter truffle, cultured butter, and aged Parmigiano.

Suggested: Barolo Riserva
Grilled porterhouse steak served on a wooden board
Signature
Grass-Fed
Secondi$85

Bistecca alla Fiorentina

Dry-aged porterhouse, rosemary-infused olive oil, sea salt, and charred lemon.

Suggested: Brunello di Montalcino
Roasted whole branzino with olives and tomatoes
Fresh Catch
Gluten-Free
Secondi$44

Wild Branzino

Oven-roasted whole fish, capers, Taggiasca olives, cherry tomatoes, and herbs.

Suggested: Vermentino di Gallura
Fresh burrata cheese with heirloom tomatoes
Imported
Vegetarian
Antipasti$22

Burrata Pugliese

Creamy burrata, heirloom tomatoes, basil oil, and toasted sourdough crostini.

Suggested: Prosecco Superiore
Classic negroni cocktail with orange peel
House Blend
Small Batch
Aperitivo$16

Negroni Classico

London dry gin, sweet vermouth, bitter liqueur, and a twist of orange zest.

Crafted by Head Barman
Traditional tiramisu served in a glass
Classic
Vegetarian
Dolci$14

Tiramisu Tradizionale

Espresso-soaked ladyfingers, mascarpone cream, and dusting of Valrhona cocoa.

Suggested: Vin Santo

Explore our full seasonal menu, wine list, and private dining options.

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OUR SPACE

A quiet evening of Italian craft

Experience our intimate dining room, designed for slow meals and shared moments by the hearth.

Warm candlelit dining room with rustic stone walls and wooden tables
Dining

Main Dining Room

Candlelit tables set within our historic stone-walled salon.

Chefs preparing seasonal Italian dishes by the glowing wood-fired oven
Kitchen

The Wood Hearth

Our open kitchen where seasonal dishes meet the open flame.

Illuminated wine cellar racks featuring curated Italian vintages
Cellar

Wine Collection

Curated regional vintages stored in our quiet cellar alcoves.

Close up of textured plaster walls and elegant table settings
Details

Artisan Details

Hand-troweled plaster, linen textures, and soft evening light.

Guest Reflections

Notes from Our Dining Room

Read reflections from our guests on the seasonal flavors, open-flame hearth cooking, and the quiet warmth of our evening service.

“The handmade pappardelle at CUCINA is a revelation. Each bite captures the essence of Tuscan terroir with perfect, al dente precision. Truly exceptional.”

Signature dish:Wild Boar Pappardelle

Elena V.

Food CriticDinner Guest

“A sanctuary of slow-living. The open-flame cooking adds a smoky depth to the seasonal vegetables that I have not found anywhere else in the city.”

Signature dish:Charred Heirloom Veg

Marco S.

Local ResidentRegular Patron

“The wine cellar selection is curated with such care. Pairing their signature osso buco with a vintage Barolo was the highlight of my entire month.”

Signature dish:Osso Buco & Barolo

Sofia Rossi

SommelierWine Enthusiast

“The atmosphere is intimate and warm, like dining in a friend's Tuscan villa. The service is attentive without ever feeling intrusive or rushed.”

Signature dish:Truffle Risotto

Julian H.

TravelerFirst-time Visitor

“We celebrated our anniversary here and were moved by the candlelit ambiance. The handmade tiramisu was the perfect, light finish to our evening.”

Signature dish:Handmade Tiramisu

Luca & Anna

Anniversary CoupleSpecial Occasion

“Authentic, honest, and deeply flavorful. You can taste the quality of the cold-pressed olive oil in every single dish. A masterclass in Italian dining.”

Signature dish:Burrata & Olive Oil

Beatrix L.

Culinary BloggerWeekend Diner

Join us for an evening of slow dining.

Reserve your table at our hearth and experience the seasonal harvest of CUCINA.

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An intimate evening of Italian craft

Secure your place for a seasonal tasting experience. From open-flame cooking to handmade pasta, we invite you to slow down and savor the night.

Seasonal Menu

Handmade pasta & local produce

Tuscan Cellar

Curated vintage wine pairings

Private Events

Intimate dining for your group

Heart of City

Find us in the historic district

Florence District, Italy
Tue-Sun: 18:00 – 23:00

Contemporary Italian dining celebrating slow-food, open-flame hearths, and seasonal Tuscan terroir.

Hours

Mon – Fri

Dinner: 5pm – 10pm

Sat – Sun

All Day: 12pm – 11pm

Kitchen closes 45m before closing.

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