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CUCINA urbana, San Diego, CA
Award-winning

CUCINA urbana

4.7
4.7
7166 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
505 Laurel St., San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Lively
We are a wine shop inside of a restaurant | Dining and design form the perfect union at San Diego's highly acclaimed CUCINA urbana, a California-inspired Italian kitchen and wine shop, located in the heart of Bankers Hill since 2009.

The restaurant boasts comfort and familiarity, welcoming diners to a country farmhouse with the added whimsy of a contemporary art installation.

CUCINA urbana is the originator of the CUCINA retail wine program where each dedicated shop allows guests to hand select wines at a retail price, either to enjoy with their meal for a minimal corkage fee or for purchase to-go. The wine list is comprised of many familiar labels as well as rare and small-batch gems, with an emphasis on Italian varietals.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 239-2222
  • Website
    http://www.urbankitchengroup.com/cucina-urbana-bankers-hill/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Tim Kolanko
  • Catering
    URBAN 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 facilities
    From 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
    Order direct
  • Location
    505 Laurel St., San Diego, CA 92101
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Area
    Banker's Hill
  • Cross Street
    5th avenue
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

CUCINA urbana's menu was last updated 2022-10-22.

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What 7,166 people are saying

CUCINA urbana reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CUCINA urbana in San Diego offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food and service" and a "vast wine selection." Diners rave about the "delicious homemade pasta" and woodfired pizzas. The atmosphere is lively, though at times "very loud." Standout service from staff, notably Kevin, adds to the charm.
7,166 Reviews

  1. Teresa VIP

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Terrific! Always consistently delicious and a great experience.

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  2. Sam VIP

    San Diego22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cucina Urbana is always one of my favorite spots. Food is amazing, tried the octopus this time and the Mushroom pasta, it was great. They do have Austin hope wine as well which is a win win.

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  3. Christian

    Unspecified1 review

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was great, the food was mediocre. The lamb oso buco was served cold and was sort of flavorless. The ambiance was nice outside, It was quiet and they had heaters.

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  4. Kevin

    San Diego54 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Urbana is always a good choice as food and service are consistently on point. What made this visit Outstanding was our Server, Jason, who was terrific, couldn't ask for better and the MONTEPULCIANO wine was terrific and given its age a great value.

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  5. Elaine

    San Diego37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed a wonderful evening w/tasty appetizers, entrees, desserts, & wine. Our waiter Shawn was friendly, attentive, & gave us good suggestions.

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  6. Michael

    Bath7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous Italian restaurant. Very good Steak Tartare. Outstanding pizza from woodfired oven, cooked to perfection. Outstanding service.

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  7. Bridget VIP

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite restaurant for celebrating a special occasion. Last night we celebrated my husband’s birthday. We were all treated like VIPs, especially our 4 year old daughter. The food was delicious, service was personalized and we just love the atmosphere. Thank you for another wonderful dinner!

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  8. Heather VIP

    Minneapolis4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice outdoor space, great wine list and options for gluten free!

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  9. Natasha

    Baltimore1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 2 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff was really personable from the onset - remembered that there was a birthday in the reservation and asked whose it was as did our server. Riley was very personable and helpful - staff was very timely and attentive to clearing plates, timing of apps and plates and desserts, as well as drink replenishment. Beautiful little spot - food was incredible.

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  10. Deborah VIP

    San Francisco20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visit Cucina Urbana every time we are in San Diego—it never fails to impress. The pasta is always delicious and this time we especially enjoyed that as well as a tasty chicory salad that included the most visually stunning castelranco, thinly sliced pink lady apples, grapes, chopped hazelnuts & Gorgonzola topped with a tarragon vinaigrette. Literally farm to table—DELICIOUS!

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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 7166 OpenTable diners.

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

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505 Laurel St., San Diego, CA 92101

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
  • Cross Street
    5th avenue
  • Area
    Banker's Hill
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Tim Kolanko
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.urbankitchengroup.com/cucina-urbana-bankers-hill/
  • Phone number
    (619) 239-2222
  • Catering
    URBAN 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 facilities
    From 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.

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