Cucina gets a 5 out of 5 from me. To start, the restaurant is BYOB and there is a parking lot on the right side, which makes it very convenient. The staff was very friendly, the restaurant was clean, and the aesthetics are beautiful. The whole place gives you a cozy feeling that makes you want to sit, relax, and enjoy your meal. To start, we ordered the grilled octopus, bruschetta, rice balls, and calamari. Everything was delicious and full of great flavor. The vodka sauce in the rice balls was amazing. We came with a big group so we ordered a bunch of different dishes, and not one person had a complaint about their meal. Everything came out perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. I almost forgot the bread. Oh my God, the fresh baked bread was 10 out of 10. I would definitely recommend this place and can't wait to go back. Thank you for a great experience.. read more

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Food - was great although its on the expensive side Service - could be better specially we had a big party Ambiance - was good Overall we would definitely be ok to come back read more

Slow service, tremendously understaffed for lunch. Food was okay, portions are enough for two. Don't think I will be back anytime soon, server was friendly and pleasant. read more

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The service and food at Cucina 355 are both spectacular. I had been to some of their other restaurants and the pasta at all of them is amazing. Can't get enough of the pappardelle bolognese. They have a sit down restaurant as well as tables next to a pizza slice counter. There were a number of group dining so this is a good spot for a family meal. read more

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Everything I have had here has been amazing! Service is always great (I always get Gabrielle, who is SOOO sweet and always on point)! I highly recommend their mini rice balls in vodka sauce, the best around!! Prices are a tiny bit above average but it is totalllllly worth it!! Enjoy!! read more

Cucina 355 - Rice balls with vodka sauce - Italian Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Been there 2x and one takeout. Never again. Takeout was cold and the wrong order & The quality of food wasn't to my expectations. I will not return. read more

Whoever took over this restaurant in the past few years has done a fantastic job. The staff is friendly, parking lot right next to it and the interior is gorgeous. I've been here twice for dinner and both were fabulous. Their Caesar salad is one of the best I've ever had. Their vodka sauce is good enough to drink from a mug. The dessert specials are so creative and tempting. The chicken vodka parm was delicious, the grandma pie is really great too. Try this place for dinner, date night or with friends. It's perfect for all occasions. read more

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I went to Cucina 355 this weekend and I left this Italian restaurant so happy and with my jeans about to explode of how full I was. The food was incredible, I went with my family for a birthday lunch and we ordered as appetizers the Mini Rice Balls, Fried Calamari, and Greek Salad. Honestly, we came hungry so we were already full from the appetizers. The mini rice balls are superb. I have been to this restaurant multiple times with my family as they love this Italian restaurant. I shared these two entrees with my two sisters Penne Arrabbiata (Chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella & sliced hot peppers with vodka sauce), Marsala (Shallots & mushrooms in a Marsala wine sauce). Both pasta dishes were delicious and so filling. We definitely had leftovers and it was two dishes shared between three adult women. My mother had the Tortellini Carbonara (Bacon & onions in a cream sauce). We love coming to this establishment. We don't real rushed whatsoever when dining here and the service is attentive. The service is amazing in a family setting and in a calm family oriented neighborhood. I would recommend this gem of a restaurant if you are in the mood for some pastas and did I mention it's a BYOB restaurant. 10/10 Italian restaurant. read more

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all the food was excellent, done to perfection, pleasant atmosphere, good service. would definitely recommend. went there for a baptism with a group of family and friends there was no complaints. read more

The food was excellent, as was the service. My husband rated your chicken parm 9/10 on the Jersey chicken parm page on facebook. read more

Fresh made pasta. Delicious meals. Superb service. Will come back again. Highly recommend. read more

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This restaurant is great The food and service was good I would definitely recommend and very affordable

This is a great restaurant to visit with your friends, your family on a date or if you're just craving some really great fresh pastas. Amazing chicken dishes, some really unique delicious pizzas, or just don't feel like cooking. The thin skinny pizza is excellent, don't skip out on an affogato and be sure to tip the staff well!. read more

Cucina 355 in Nutley, NJ. Wow what a classic delicious Italian restaurant. Everything we ordered was cooked to perfection-even the Squid Ink Frutti Di Mare. The pasta was al dente and the seafood was all so tender and not over cooked at all. This is the perfect date spot, family dinner or girls night. The service is amazing and it's BYOB! Insta: @thehungrysw Rice balls-served with vodka sauce Pan-Seared Octopus Veal Saltimbocca-topped with prosciutto & mozzarella over spinach with white wine sage Squid Ink Frutti Di Mare-black & white linguini, shrimp, scallops, calamari, clams, mussels, garlic & oil with a light tomato sauce Eggplant Rollatini-stuffed with ricotta, sauce & mozzarella Tartufo-passion fruit and mango read more

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This was one of the nicest surprises given to me for Valentine's Day. Excellent customer service...the sweetest waitress and the nicest servers. Quick and friendly service. And the FOOD....DELICIOUS!!! Gorgeous atmosphere, beautiful lighting, great warm cozy decor. Love Love Love this place. Thank you for being authentically a special place to go. read more

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Passed the place a million times. Finally we stopped for dinner. Pizza was great sausage and peppers eggplant and past Bolognese delisious. Will return read more

I've bookmarked this place for awhile and glad I finally got to try it because it was delicious. Quaint little place, not fancy but not too causal either. Friendly servers. The red sauce was delicious, not salty. Nicely balanced in flavor. We got 2 dishes & a salad to share between 3 people and still had leftovers, our goal was about $73 dollars. I enjoyed each dish and will return to try others. read more

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This is a great restaurant to visit with your friends, your family on a date or if you're just craving some really great fresh pastas. Amazing chicken dishes, some really unique delicious pizzas, or just don't feel like cooking. The thin skinny pizza is excellent, don't skip out on an affogato and be sure to tip the staff well!. read more

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I pulled up to this spot to meet a friend, I have never been bought drive by a few times I must say the food was good... I had the rice ball in the bolognese sauce which was fire... I tried the Gnoochi pasta which was good also... the ambiance was very nice def a good date night place... and the service was fast and very very polite. I love when people ask you how was every thing read more

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Phenomenal service! Absolutely delicious food, everyone at the table was pleased with their entrees. I can express how grateful I was for the hospitality. If you desire a delicious southern Italian meal go here. read more

Missing item in order, claimed they called me multiple times - received no call and still charged

If you want, homemade Italian food with the grandma like feel, I highly recommend try this place out in the heart of nutley! They are known for their arincini balls in vodka sauce, so I had to try them, and they were super delicious! I also tried their homemade meatballs with a side of ricotta and crostini. I also enjoyed the Caesar salad, which had a lot of dressing, which I love. For dinner I had the chicken vodka Parm, and it was so incredible! Also my friend got the spaghetti and meatballs, so good like someone's grandma made them ! If you haven't been to this place yet it's a must! read more

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Always excellent food. Ambience is wonderful. Need to make a reservation hard to get in there especially on the weekends.

Great food and service. Always consistent whenever we go. We always make a reservation so as not to be disappointed.

Delicious food. Great service. Love the atmosphere. It's Byo which cuts down on the bill total. We just really love this place

Incredible service and the dishes was beyond my expectations 10/10 everything was so fresh and authentic!!! Deserts are a must too the Underdog was outstanding!! read more

Cucina 355 - Beat salad, chicken parm with spinach cherry tomatoes in vodka sauce, pappardele bollagnese - Italian Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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A lot like the best restaurants in NYC little Italy!! Worth several trips back Note the pizzas are gigantic! read more

boiii adrian came and explained the friend group, the haircuts only costs a quarter!!!! i definitely recommend this place!!! 6767667 read more

Cucina 355 - BOII ADRIAN CAME AN EXPLAINED THE FRIEND GROUP, THE HAIRCUTS ONLY COSTS A QUARTER! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND!!!! 67677667 - Italian Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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DISCLAIMER: I'm an older person needing a lower salt diet. Simple neighborhood place where you're greeted by a young hostess and VERY nice waitress and staff. I believe it's slightly overpriced (like Caesar Salad $15??!!...Even Nicolas in Totowa is only $10...Calamari $20!!??) Excellent website and many apparently GREAT choices. We went simple. We asked for Hotsy Shrimp BUT NO SALT and it was DELICIOUS, sauce and perfectly cooked shrimp. But we didn't remember to try ordering "no salt" dishes. The Veal Parm was very tasty but salty and my friend's Lasagna was delicious but even saltier (i was drinking water all night and at home). The salad that came with the meal could have used more pizzazz with the dressing and the tomatoes were typical out-of-season hard. So for Shrimp and 2 Entrees, tax and tip $100 (with no decor)!! Wanted to try something new and traveled from Hackensack. We enjoyed... but have similar options nearer. read more

I always passed by this restaurant and never thought to give it a try. I decided to pop in for some appetizers and it was the best choice that day! I went earlier than dinner time so there wasn't a crowd at all. We were instantly greeted, seated, and assisted with opening our bottle of bottle we brought with us. We ordered fried calamari which was phenomenal; Very fresh, crisp, and hot. We also ordered bruschetta which was also extremely fresh on top of crisp and fluffy crustinis which seemed to be like garlic bread. If you factor in aesthetics with your restaurant experiences, this place with compliment all of your pictures. read more

Cucina 355 - Fried Calamari Bruschetta BYOB (bottle of wine) - Italian Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

Oh the rice balls are amazing! Also the Penne vodka is really good! The restaurant is very clean and nicely decorated. I was here for a repast lunch for my uncle. I would definitely come back! read more

I've eaten here with my family on several occasions, and every visit has been outstanding. The décor is just as welcoming as the exceptional staff. I've tried several dishes, and each one has been excellent. read more

The food and service is always amazing! And bonus it was beautifully decorated for Christmas!

We order here all the time, but today in particular I just had to leave a review. We had placed an order via the website and it was taking a while longer than usual to get it delivered so I called just to see what was taking so long and if there was any issue with the order itself or maybe payment etc. but they apologized for the wait and said it would be delivered shortly AND asked me if I wanted a complementary dessert or something for the inconvenience. I had declined and was perfectly fine with just the confirmation that the delicious and highly anticipated food was on the way. Fast forward 15 minutes, the food was here and they still gave us not one but TWO desserts. We love you, Cucina355. read more

The service is horrible. From the girls answering the phone when you call to reserve a table, they sound like 3rd graders at best, but not as smart. They are so clueless ! The tall, blonde waitress is so lost. We sat down, she came over, said Hi !, then SHE took all the place settings off our table!!! Then, she took, our order, the busboy delivered our order and had no clue who got what !!! No parking !! STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE !!!...the food SUCKS !!!! read more

Ordered online. First time trying the place and I'm just wholly underwhelmed. I got the stuffed mushrooms, orecchiette with broccoli rabe and sausage and the mozzarella sticks. The stuffing for the mushrooms is bland. And they come in marinara sauce, which wasn't shown on the website or on the delivery app. I wouldn't have ordered them if I'd known they're meant to depend on marinara sauce for any flavor. The pasta was just okay. The sausage in it was great and the pasta was cooked well but the broccoli rabe tasted like it was just cooked plain and thrown in. The sauce and rabe had no flavor. The mozzarella sticks were good but it's hard to mess up a mozzarella stick. I'd heard about this place being good. Maybe it's better in person. read more

The food was excellent. My wife had the lasagna. It was out of this world. Also people we were with had the fresh pasta special with the pears. Incredible. Service was excellent and the restaurant was well-maintained and a pleasure. read more

I knew this place was going to be a hit when we walked in and every table was taken except one (it was a sign). Place was pretty loud around 8, so you will have to talk loud to have a conversation with your party. However, the noise does die down once people start leaving. Food wise it's a definite 10/10. Penne vodka is their popular dish and I can see why. Creamy and full of flavor. Service was fast even with the restaurant at capacity. Will definitely return to try other dishes. read more

Cucina 355 - Bruschetta - Italian Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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Sister ordered from here, got three different pasta dishes, and it was all pretty bad. 18 hours later, my stomach is still upset. Never again. read more

Ordered eggplant parm, mozzarella sticks, and a cannoli for delivery through Uber Eats. The resturant was out of cannolis so upgraded it to cheesecake which I thought was great! Everything wss packaged well and ready on time. The mozzarella sticks were good. I was surprised at how large of a portion the eggplant parm was and it about an inch and a half tall! The cheesecake was simple but very creamy. Overall the meal hit the spot! read more

Cucina 355 - Eggplant parm - Italian Near Me - Nutley, New Jersey

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