I came here for lunch with my wife and really enjoyed the experience. The restaurant is beautiful inside, and they also have plenty of outdoor seating. I started with an espresso martini. It was decent, although I've had better at other places. What really stood out was the mushroom ravioli. It was incredibly soft, and the sauce was amazing. The service was great as well. Our waiter checked on us multiple times and made sure we had everything we needed. It is a little on the pricier side, but overall, I thought it was worth it! read more

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We traveled about an hour to dine at Cucina Venti, and we're so glad we did! We were incredibly impressed with everything; the atmosphere, cocktails, wine, and especially the food. Service was quick and seamless from ordering to the meal arriving, and everything was excellent. A special shoutout to our server, Monico B. He was phenomenal; genuinely kind, attentive, and his recommendations were spot-on. We already would have had a wonderful experience, but Monico's exceptional service truly made the evening top-notch. Absolutely worth the drive, and we will definitely be back! read more

Dinner tonight was disappointing - my first time here. Service was spotty and the food was not good. The beet salad advertised as beet tartare with apples, walnuts and silky puree was a bed of greens with a small handful of 1" roughly chopped beets. No apple, no walnuts no chives as advertised. It was very disappointing. The serving for $20ish was a very tiny portion (a bread plate salad in a very large bowl). They did have the dressing on the side as requested. Moving on to the bruschetta. Three very small slices of French bread (imagine .25" slices off a 2" round loaf) overly baked to the point you can't cut it and it shatters when you bite in, topped with nice fresh tomatoes and a 1/8 tsp of olive purée left on top. No basil, no olive oil. It came out on a bread plate on a few pieces of arugula to keep it from sliding off the plate. That was $12. The side of asparagus - 5 spears - was quite good - perfectly cooked and seasoned for $6. It was the star of the show. I looked forward to warm rolls dropped off at the table. Ah fail again. They were rock hard - either under the heat lamp too long or over baked but they were dry and tasteless. They had an unnecessary heavy hand of fresh Parmesan on top that didn't stick so just left a trail on my clothes. Service was just off all night. Someone would come by and take a drink order from a couple of people at the table then disappear, not having taken the entire table's drink order. We were just left puzzled. We were in good spirits at our table but meh at best on the food and service. Value was poor, the ambiance lacking as the restaurant was crowded and loud. Parking is across the street at the Computer Museum - the restaurant's lot was full - so it was quite the sport to jaywalk at night across the fairly busy street at night. Not doing that again. read more

Classy restaurant with really lovely outdoor seating. We came on a Thursday evening and there was no wait. Less than half the restaurant was full. The weather was good, so we sat in the back patio and it was so nice. I ordered the Dungeness crab fettuccine and it was really well made, but a little too salty for me (although I'm very sensitive to salt so it's probably not too salty for the average diner). My husband ordered the short ribs. He enjoyed his dish but wished there were some vegetables in it. My favorite part was the complimentary bread. So warm and delicious. We came for my husband's birthday, so they actually prepared a small piece of chocolate mousse cake with candle for him after our meal, which was a nice surprise! It was very good--not too sweet. Service was also excellent. Gratuity is already included into your bill, and they're kind enough to remind you of it when giving you the check. read more

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(Mountain View) Food:*Green & Apples ~ Side of Salmon (9/10)- Garden lettuce, gorgonzola cheese, walnuts, cranberries, apples, and poppy seed dressing .Vegetables were fresh and the dressing was flavorful but not overpowering. Ordered salmon on the side which was cooked and salted well. *Fettuccini Carbonara(9/10)- Served with pancetta, English green peas, and mushrooms in a white cream sauce. Pasta was fresh with perfect amount of sauce ratio. A lot great of texture and the meat added some saltiness to the dish. It does have too much mushroom for my preference *Sausage & Honey Flatbread(8.7/10)- Tomato sauce, homemade Italian sausage, serrano peppers, mascarpone. *Fortaleza Repo Winter Blend Margarita (8.8/10)- drink was delicious. Tequila was definitely spot on and is high quality. However it's mostly ice and definitely not worth $55 Ambience: restaurant is very elegant and clean. A bar on the back. Great for special occasions. Offers both indoor and outdoor options. Service: Great service. Servers were attentive, gives recommendations, and communicates with you at a personal level. Price: Expensive. Be aware that there's a 20% gratuity already Parking: plenty of parking in the front read more

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Came for dinner before a show at Pear Theater (also a great visit!). Gorgeous interior and friendly staff. The patio has chandeliers: fun! All our dishes were delicious (a little salty, maybe). Our waiter paired our dishes with great mocktails. read more

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It was okay. Inside was pretty clean, we did like how it looked and was kept. The food was alright for what it is. We got the Mango salad, Burrata, Chicken penne pasta and Fettuccine duck. Both pasta were fairly tasty. The salad was ok at best. Just tasted out of a bag from a grocery. The Burrata is hard to mess up so it was fine. Service was nice but not efficient at all. Please say hello to all customers. Although our server did greet us, he ignored the younger guy behind us multiple times. And the same main server only came by our table to drop off food. It was difficult to get his attention. This makes no sense when the whole restaurant only had three tables full. Private lot in back. read more

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4.5 Stars! Food was delicious! Service was amazing, especially considering we were a large group of 14 (There was a dedicated server off to the side at all times for us.), ambiance is high-end & upscale for sure, which you might not think at first due to the exterior. But it's beautiful inside. There is a mandatory tip for all groups, which is not uncommon for high-end restaurants. read more

Cucina Venti Restaurant - Filet Mignon - Italian Near Me - Mountain View, California

Amazing find. This place is upscale. The interior is beautiful so dress up. The food is bomb!! Very delish. The entire group raved about everything that we ordered. Drinks are great. The bartender definitely knows how to make good drinks. They don't do substitutions so if you have food intolerance this may not be the place for you. They offer a free cake piece for your birthday. Good to know: their inside sits only 18+ and outside is 10+. We found out after reaching there. Luckily we had everyone 10+ aged kids. read more

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Cucina Venti is a fairly good restaurant option near where I work and it's within walking distance to the Shashi hotel. It's an upscale italian restaurant and I've been there for small team dinners as well as large group dinners. The food tends to be overpriced for the taste, but the ambiance of the restaurant is great and the service is pretty good. The last time I was here was with 2 other people and we got angel hair pasta, ravioli, and the watermelon feta salad with arugula. The pastas were good, but the watermelon feta salad lacked seasoning and flavor. read more

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Cucina Venti offers an ambiance that is truly one of a kind, elevated, warm, and undeniably memorable. It has an indulgent, polished vibe that makes the experience feel special the moment you walk in. Their wine selection is solid and pairs nicely with the menu, and the service was very attentive throughout the evening. The food was good and nicely elevated, but it didn't quite reach that "spectacular" level you might expect at this price point. The dishes seem to lean more into the indulgent atmosphere rather than delivering standout culinary moments. Overall, it is a beautiful spot and a unique dining experience that is hard to come by, but it does feel overpriced for what you receive. If you are going for the ambiance, thoughtful service, and the occasion, it is worth a visit, just know the experience may outshine the food. read more

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Loved having dinner here! The venue is beautiful and the service was excellent! We ordered the Sausage and Honey Flatbread and a Greens & Apples salad with salmon - they were both delicious and prepared well! We also ordered a mango margarita, and it was really refreshing! Would absolutely return here! read more

Cucina Venti Restaurant - Greens and Apples Salad Tray with salmon - Italian Near Me - Mountain View, California

Amazing customer care by Christine Schoonover, GM at Cucina Venti & Silicon Valley Corporate Catering. I truly admire an establishment that listens to feedback and stands behind the level of service and experience one expects from fine dining. I had originally taken a fellow foodie friend to Cucina Venti for her birthday in December 2025, as we love trying new restaurants together. Unfortunately, that visit was a bit of a letdown--likely due to the busy holiday season. Christine personally reached out, took the time to listen to my feedback, and graciously invited me back. This past Saturday, I returned--and I'm so glad I did. Our server, Henry, was pleasant and attentive. We started with the Sausage & Honey Flatbread--delicious, though slightly spicy from the serrano peppers--and the beet salad, which was fresh and flavorful. For mains, we enjoyed the Halibut Filet (excellent for seafood lovers), Mary's Chicken, and the Seafood Paella. Everything was well-prepared, beautifully plated, and very enjoyable. The paella was flavorful; just note it doesn't feature the traditional Spanish socarrat--that delicate, golden crust some may expect. Thank you to Christine and the entire team at Cucina Venti for a lovely and redeeming dining experience! read more

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Came on a Saturday evening, we made reservations so no wait. When we got there, we were seated right away. The interior of the restaurant is very beautiful, ambiance is romantic as well The server was so sweet and kept checking in on us. Great service! Food: Complimentary bread 1. Appetizer: Spanish octopus, not bad 7/10 2. Mushroom ravioli: amazing, this was very delicious, probably one of the best mushroom ravioli I had. The flavors were balanced, very savory and creamy 10/10 3. Fettuccine with duck confit: very unique dish, the cream sauce was a bit heavy 7.5/10 It was a birthday celebration and there was a little card on the table that says Happy Birthday on it. And they surprised us with a small piece of chocolate cake which was a super sweet gesture. Overall had a fantastic time and will definitely come back! read more

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Hidden gem, located in a strip mall, walking distance from The Shoreline, which makes it a great venue for dinner before a show. We had a reservation for 10 people and was seated immediately upon arriving. Ambience and decor was stunning. Very upscale which explains the wedding pics I saw when searching this place. Service was perfect. Jeannie was the sweetest, kindest, most knowledgeable gal we could've hoped for. The rest of the staff was really nice too. We were offered still or sparkling water upon being seated. The little complimentary breads which you get 2 of are heavenly with a hint of rosemary. Wanted more but we had alot of food coming so we didn't ask. Calamari: big pieces, lightly fried Cesar salad: big pieces which I prefer chopped, nice a crisp tho Fettuccine carbonara: creamy, flavorful Harris Ranch Short Ribs: Delicious, tender Black truffle risotto: Rich, creamy, hearty Fettuccini pescatore: spicy, lotsa seafood Summer Spritz: yum! Old Fashion: great! New Fashioned: very good! Stunning presentation, get it! No room for dessert, but someone in our group got the tiramisu and it looked good. read more

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Honestly, I liked everything about this place other than the food and drinks. It's kind of odd to say that about a restaurant but, it is what it is. The service and white linen tablecloths, tall green hedges, and decor were really lovely. It's hard to believe that you're located in the middle of a mall next to a dilapidated abandoned building. The salad was actually pretty good but the $26 cocktail was a complete miss. The $49 seafood pasta was ok but not al dente and not enough fish. I'm sure some things on the menu are better than others but for my one and only time there is was definitely a miss. read more

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I'm honestly surprised this restaurant doesn't have a better average rating because our experience was exceptional. Firstly the ambiance is very upscale, I mean can you ever have too many chandeliers? We had a large party and shared a variety of appetizers. The grilled octopus salad was super delicious and cooked really well. The calamari was also crispy and not overly chewy. For my main I had the scallops and they were absolutely divine. One of the best dishes I've had in awhile. The other things that stood out was how amazing the staff was. A water glass never empty, empty dishes cleared promptly, and great knowledge of the menu and recommendations. They even expedited a dessert since we had to head out shortly. The cocktails were also really nice. It's definitely a more upscale restaurant but I'd come here on a special occasion in a heart beat! Hope to back again soon. read more

Cucina Venti Restaurant - Seared Scallops - Italian Near Me - Mountain View, California

Four of us went for a special night out with friends prior to a concert. There were 4 of us (2 couples). We ordered a flatbread, mushroom soup, carbonara, short ribs and 2 orders of Australian Wagyu which was what we were most excited to try despite being approximately $165 each. The apps, carbonara and ribs were very good. Unfortunately, the Wagyu was awful. Not just awful, actually inedible. Not one time did the waiter approach us after are food was delivered to ask us how things were. Not even when they came to take the food away and saw that only a few bites of the steak were eaten. It was so full of gristle. We have had many steaks in our life, including Wagyu, but this was definitely the worst. The fact that they never asked how or meal was, even after seeing that the steaks were sent away hardly touched (yet the other meals were eaten complete) and still adding the 20% tip on to a $1000+ meal was sadly disappointing. Since we wanted to focus on enjoying our special night out with friends and didn't want to ruin the vibe prior to the concert, we simply mentioned our feelings to the manager quietly prior to leaving and got an order of chicken strips at Shoreline in order to feed the 2 who couldn't eat their steak. - read more

We had our son and daughter-in-law's rehearsal dinner at Cucina Venti, and it could not have been more perfect. They beautifully accommodated our party of 19 and went out of their way to make the bride and groom feel incredibly special--including lovely touches like special toasting glasses just for them. The menu they created for our table was fantastic and offered something for everyone, with wonderful beef, seafood, and vegan options. We had a private table that made the evening feel intimate and celebratory, and when the evening turned chilly, they made sure we were comfortable with heaters. What really made the night exceptional was the service. A huge thank you to Super Mario, who took amazing care of us and made the entire evening feel effortless, warm, and special. From the food to the atmosphere to the thoughtful details and outstanding service, Cucina Venti gave us exactly the rehearsal dinner we hoped for. It was a wonderful way to begin our wedding weekend, and we couldn't recommend them more highly!! read more

We were in need of a place to do an early new year's celebration with our folks. So we looked around to see which places still had tables and luckily we got reservations here at Cucina Venti Restaurant. In short, lovely service, with delicious food that melts in your mouth great place for any kind of celebration, but take note and make sure to call in for inside versus outside seating. L O C A T I O N Cucina Venti Restaurant is located in Mountain View off of 101 in this tiny plaza near the Computer History Museum. I actually have been to this area before and didn't realize there was a restaurant here. There is parking but could be challenging if it's a busy night. I N S I D E We didn't really get to see the inside too much as unfortunately our reservation was for outdoor seating. It is a little dark inside with mood lighting, but it is quite pretty in there. There's only 1 restroom unfortunately which is the drawback of this place. I had to stand in a line to use it and some folks took quite some time in there. Funny enough, I went in and out so quickly that the person that was next said many thanks to me for being so efficient and quick. O U T S I D E D I N I N G It was December/January so it was a bit chilly. There are outdoor heating lamps which depending on the angle you're sitting could be burning or too far. Luckily it wasn't too bad. It is covered except on the sides. M E N U A variety of options as well as specials which is nice. We opted to get the lamb chops and the halibut and our other family members got the filet mignon and scallops. I remember the lamb being some of the best lamb I've had. It was perfectly cooked and quite flavorful without being gamey. The halibut was tender, flakey and a perfect complement to the meat we were having. Our family members devoured their food. I was actually amazed they finished it all! Dessert was just okay. I don't think I was super impressed with any of the desserts we got. But they were nice to share with everyone. S E R V I C E Service was top notch and upscale. We were treated quite well. Water was also refilled as well as the bread! O V E R A L L We had a pretty good experience with the food. I didn't realize this place existed and glad we were able to go here with family to celebrate. Though the seating and restroom experiences could've been better, the food and service were great. I would highly recommend trying them out and going for a celebration or just treating yourself! read more

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This is such a beautiful spot. I came by for a cocktail to pass a little time before my drive home. I didn't want anything too strong but not to boring either. They have a beautiful cocktail menu with unique drinks and some traditional favorites. The nice bartender helped me pick a drink that was different than my usual. It was a great choice. The ambiance is the best part about the place that I have experienced so far. The gorgeous flowers and chandeliers, the lighting, the beautiful bar. Gratuity is already included in the check so be aware if you dont look at the receipt when signing. I don't really like that practice when at the bar but just keep this in mind. I will have to treat myself to lunch or dinner at some point when I return to the area. Will update then. read more

Highlights: & Hip ambience indoors & Outside had a classy yet relaxing ambience & Lamb skewers were great -- not the usual Food: Lamb skewers used ground lamb meat but wasn't the same kebab meat you'd get at any Mediterranean place. This had its own spice mix. I'm not normally a salad person but I enjoyed the salad, especially the olives. It was cooling and also delicious. That being said the prices are on the higher side compared to other Italian restaurants. Service: We had a large party and at lunch there wasn't many others, so we got great service. Parking: Unless there was a secret parking lot I didn't know about, parking seemed pretty insufficient. There was a shared lot that was pretty small, so had to walk from the other side -- and that is when the restaurant was not very full. So, carpooling is suggested. read more

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I I have visited this restaurant several times over the past few years and always enjoyed the experience. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. I ordered a medium-rare steak but received it medium. While it was replaced, no apology was given. The service was inattentive, and no one check / greeting our table during the meal. In addition, bread was only served after I asked for it. Overall, this visit fell well below the standard I had experienced here before. read more

Cucina Venti Restaurant - Restaurant internal - Italian Near Me - Mountain View, California

It's been over 20 years since I first came to this restaurant and it's still great! The food and service love up to their upscale image for sure. The only complaint I have is the quality of its bone in ribeye. It's cooked to perfection but the meat quality is not great. I'm looking for smooth tender buttery meat, but we got a meat that has too fiber. It's not chewy but it's not like high end meat that's buttery and smooth. You know what I mean? LOLLLL.... Service and ambiance are great. With the dark wood design, it gives you an old world luxurious feeling. Last but not least, they added gratuity to the bill already. Thus unless you feel extra generous, no need to give an additional tips. read more

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We had our team dinner this week at this restaurant. We were a big team and had to be split up in two tables, which were not next to each other. The outdoor patio is quite nice. It was a chilly evening, but the outdoor heaters helped. We had a customized menu for our big groups and it had many vegetarian options. - House Bread: the bread was so good. Maybe we were too hungry, but the bread was gone in a minute. Very fresh and soft. - Bruschetta: this was delicious. It was perfectly seasoned and tasted great. - Zucchini Cakes: this was quite good too. The pickled cucumbers on the side had a kick to it. - Angel Hair Pasta: this was ok. Nothing great about it. The sauce felt a bit bland. I didn't eat any desserts, but my colleagues did not enjoy the desserts they got. Overall, a decent place to dine with several vegetarian options to choose from. read more

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Beautiful interior and outdoor seating. Unfortunately our table for 9 was set up in a weird way, which the middle of our table was separated by the poles of the overhead, so it seemed like separate groups. The food was good, but not worth the price. The bruschetta was small and the bread was a bit overly crusty. The complimentary bread was good though. The duck pasta had shredded duck meat in it. The dish was tasty, but I expected the duck to be roasted and plated nicely for the price. Since the duck was shredded in, the texture felt a bit too chewy The paella was good, but they were not able to get the crispy bottom on there. It had a nice amount of seafood in it though. The braised short rib with mash was delicious, moist, and fall apart in your mouth. The halibut with risotto was delicious as well. Very good texture and flavors. The service was good, we had a birthday there and brought a cake. They were nice enough to hold the cake for us, but would have to charge us $10 per person if we wanted them to slice it for us. Even if we ate it ourselves, they said spoons we used would make them charge us $10. Overall, beautiful place with some good dishes and some okay ones. Left more to be wanted given the price and the beautiful atmosphere. read more

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We had an amazing time celebrating our anniversary at Cucina Venti! I first visited last month for a company dinner, and I knew right away this is where I would bring my wife for our anniversary. Their interior design is incredible; so sceney with a lot of white roses and chandeliers. We enjoyed dinner on the patio which was surrounded by beautiful flowers and ivy growing up the side of the building. Such a great ambience. There were printed out Anniversary cards on the table for me and my wife which was very sweet! Recommend getting a reservation around 6:30-7:00 if you can, that way you can watch the restaurant transition it's atmosphere. The food was such a hit! We got the Spanish Octopus, prawns, Burrata and Heirloom tomatoes salad, filet mignon and the star of the night: the Paella with added scallops by our server's recommendation!! They somehow managed to pull off stellar Mediterranean and Italian food at a single location. They also brought us a spececial dessert with The drinks were also absolutely fantastic; I got one of their special old fashions with their home made smoked syrup and it was legitimately one of the best Old Fashions I've ever had. My wife also loved her cocktails. Lastly, our experience was made by our server and all the waiting staff- one of the best We've ever had at any restaurant! The wife was impressed and very pleased.. our new favorite restaurant! read more

A very disappointing dining experience. We were a party of three adults, and the total bill came to $436.08, but the overall quality was nowhere near the price. The atmosphere was nice, and that was one of the very few positive aspects of this restaurant. Unfortunately, the food was far below expectations. Nearly every dish was disappointing. The appetizers were mediocre, and seeing seafood paella on the menu of an Italian restaurant was already questionable -- the actual taste was poor as well. The most unacceptable dish was the steak. The texture and flavor were both very bad, and after each of us took one bite, we left almost the entire steak untouched. We raised this issue with our server, and he said he would speak to the kitchen. When he came back, he told us that the steak was "normal." There was no adjustment, and the steak was still charged in full. I have eaten at hundreds of restaurants, and I have never had a steak in the Bay Area that was this bad and then described as "normal." That response made the experience even worse. On top of that, a 20% gratuity was automatically added to the bill. Given how disappointing both the food and the service were, the overall experience was very poor. At this price point, the restaurant should deliver much better food and a much more professional response. Unfortunately, this visit did not meet that standard at all. I will not return, and I would not recommend it. read more

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We held our private wedding rehearsal dinner for 30 guests in Cucina Venti's new Venti Room and had an absolutely fantastic time. They set up the space beautifully, which gave us access to a private outdoor patio with plenty of shade with umbrellas and cocktail tables, dedicated bartenders for the full evening, a private bathroom for just our event, and even access to a mic & TV for speeches & roasts. The staff was accommodating of our videographer vendor that covered the evening, allowing him space inside the restaurant for a break when our guests were eating. We enjoyed that the space felt fully private for the event and we were very well taken care of by all of the staff day-of. We experienced some challenges when prepping for the event, requiring multiple back-and-forths to get details correct on the contract, but otherwise we had a fantastic event at Cucina Venti. The service and food was incredible and we received lots of compliments on the food and venue from our guests! Strongly recommend! read more

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I came for a weekday lunch and made a reservation for 4 via OpenTable. The restaurant wasn't busy at all so I'm not sure a reservation was even needed. We all received a small 2" piece of (blueberry?) bread prior to receiving our entrees. I ordered the Harris Ranch Braised Short Ribs ($49) and it was fall apart in your mouth tender. I highly recommend this dish as all the flavors meshed very well. The portion is small for the price as I was still hungry after lunch. The restaurant was also freezing for some reason. Service was slow here during lunch. Our waters were filled throughout the course of our meal so that is a plus. The restaurant is tucked away in the corner and there are parking spots in the lot out front. read more

Cucina Venti Restaurant - Harris Ranch Braised Short Rib - $49 - Italian Near Me - Mountain View, California

Ambiance - 5/5 really nice, upscale restaurant. Even the outdoor seating is really cozy with many heaters around to keep you warm. Perfect setting for romantic dinner for two or group. Service - 5/5. Fast, friendly courteous service Food - 4/5. We had the four course NYE dinner set. We had two cocktails to start off with. The Peach Please is really nice - fruity and not too sweet. The other cocktail light and stormy is pretty unique with the mixture of rum with lemongrass and mint. Just wished it was a little less sweet. I like their lobster bisque. The zucchini cakes and spinach strawberry salad was ok. My husband loves the Australian lamb chop, cooked perfectly in medium rare. For me I had their scallop black truffle risotto. The scallop was cooked to perfection, came with shaved black truffle which was good. That said I felt the risotto was a little too salty. For dessert we each had the tiramisu and choc temptation. read more

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The service was quick and responsive to our needs. They did not let the glasses on empty on water or any other drinks. The entrees were tasty but nothing special. The short ribs were braised and tasted like other places. But the grilled octopus was super tasty. I have not had that dish often so I could just be biased, but the charcoal taste added a nice flavor to the chewy octopus and the lemon was a nice citrus taste to the oil texture on it as well. read more

Cucina Venti Restaurant - Grilled Spanish Octopus - Italian Near Me - Mountain View, California

Great food.........Fresh ingredients ... amazing complimentary bread .... Spicy chicken flatbread is a must try read more

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Update. I came here last night to celebrate my bday again and although the food was amazing some things were disappointing . We received two glasses of house wine which turned out to be $28 a glass, gratuity was added for a table of 3 and lastly the service was non existent. read more

Cucina Venti Restaurant - Halibut - Italian Near Me - Mountain View, California

Our first meal here and, hopefully not our last. The ambiance is so nice inside and out. I usually don't dine outside when it's chilly but with the warming stands and the sheltering area in back I loved it. We appreciated the professional wait staff and their careful attention to our needs. A perfect place to celebrate a special occasion, but many came dressed casually. read more

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It had been a minute since we last dined here. From what we remember back then, it was a casual spot that offered good tasting food. Nowadays, Cucina Venti is more upscale and prices reflect this. However, the service and quality of their offerings has not changed. While the location (strip center) may be off-putting, you would not know it once you enter the restaurant. This will definitely be one of the places we will go when we want to treat ourselves. For us, it will not be a frequent dining spot because of the price of admission. read more

Cucina Venti Restaurant - Burrata and Heirloom Tomatoes - Italian Near Me - Mountain View, California

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We had our anniversary dinner here and ordered the lamb, halibut, and tiramisu for dessert. Service was impeccable and our servers were on top of everything. Ambiance is cozy and romantic. We enjoyed our time and recommend reservations. Gastro Maestro approved. read more

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Just had an amazing meal. Good service. And a mandatory tip? 2 person meal where the tip was more than 2x entrees. Almost as much as an over priced bottle of wine. And upon asking why the tip for a 2 person meal is included at 20% without a choice or option. I tip well, until I'm forced. Large table, I get it. I received the mandatory, Owner mandated response, according to John. I went from being happy, satisfied, and wanting to promote the restaurant among friends, family, and clients....to feeling like I'd been pick-pocketed. The manager John helped me understand better, why I was upset about the situation and forced surcharge. . So in the course of 1 hour, I went from loving this restaurant, to I don't want to come back. John basically gave me the "too bad so sad" response. If you want to make sure you have to pay 20% extra before you know what you are getting, this is the place. If you feel a tip is voluntary and is based on service and experience, and a way to show gratitude, this is not the place. There are many great restaurants in the area that don't feel they deserve your tip, but appreciate your tip. Thanks John for making me sure this is not a place to bring more clients, family, and friends. John's response...20% tip is a menu item. Be aware! If you decide this place is good for you, ask for Monico read more

Made a reservation, paid a $50 deposit, and showed up with my three kids only to be told they don't allow children under 10. This policy was nowhere on their website or reservation platform. Very frustrating and disappointing experience. Policies like this should be clearly stated so people won't make reservations for their family. read more

We were on our way to see a concert at the Shoreline and looked for a place to eat. We discovered Cucina Venti in a little "shopping mall" area. You would have noticed it because it's pretty hidden, but this is a little gem of an Italian restaurant, It was elegantly decorated and staff presented themselves clean and crisply dressed, professional, and friendly. We enjoyed the appetizer calamari and dove into the fettuccine carbonara and filet mignon. I would've liked more fettuccine for the pasta dish and mashed potato for the steak, but overall the cuisine was quite good. I would certainly come here again. read more

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