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    La Cucina Italian Eatery

    3.9 (535 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Poop soup the no flavor spicy sausage whatever
    Tyler C.

    Not really a review kind of guy. But ive ate here twice now and both times i feel like i got ripped off. Wouldnt eat here again. $35 for chicken parm and bowl of soup. Could of made this chicken parm at home with better ingredients. Taste like prison food. Soup was spicy sausage whatever, it tasted like it was made at parr (jail food). For $35 i did not fill up and feel really disappointed in this place. Not sure who eats there but if you do, your being ripped off. Just go to Marios. And like i said i never usually do yelps cause i dont care to ruin a restaurant, but enough is enough either they change or it gets removed. Temu type talian

    Porcini & Truffle Ravioli Pasta
    Bridget H.

    I've been to La Cucina a few times and it's a solid staple I always go back to. This past Saturday night, the vibe was pretty loud, between the sports on TV and the crowded place, it was hard to hear people in my group. Next time, I'll definitely ask to sit outside. The staff was attentive, though sometimes a bit rushed, which makes sense given how busy it was. I'm not sure if they usually offer specials, but if they had any that night, they didn't mention them. The food was good as always. I got the porcini mushroom ravioli and the sauce was excellent. Someone in my group had the blackened chicken Alfredo it was tasty, but the heavy seasoning on the chicken ended up overpowering the sauce. Another pick was the pineapple pizza, which was very cheesy and hit the spot. Overall, La Cucina stays one of my top three go-to Italian spots in Reno. The food is always satisfying, and despite a few small issues, it still keeps me coming back.

    Cheryl C.

    Great lunch here today with friend. They opened at 11, reservations at 1130 so got right in. Not busy yet so chose our seat. We've been here several times in the past and enjoy the menu variety. Ordered half sandwich and salad combo which is always the perfect amount. Today I ordered the Italian BLT which came on sourdough and came with an abundance of bacon, lettuce, tomato with melted fontina cheese and a pesto spread. Very good! Cesar salad tossed in dressing with croutons finished off the meal. We enjoyed a chilled Italian Pinot Grigio that was nice and not sweet. The decor here is very nice and service was good today. Gluten free pasta is available on their menu here also. Prices reasonable, won't break the bank.

    Shrimp Scampi
    Paige L.

    The food was absolutely AMAZING. Second time I've eaten here and it never disappoints. Came here for my hubby's birthday with his family and they all loved it too. Service was great as well. We went around 3 o'clock and there was almost no one there. Glad we came before the dinner rush because there were a LOT of tables already reserved. Only complaint I have is that the food took quite awhile to arrive but overall it was a nice dining experience. The music was nice AND they were playing sports on all of the tv's so that was really nice for my hubby, his dad and his brother. Will be coming back for sure!

    Chicken Menzel
    Dhelo C.

    La Cucina Restaurant here in Reno is a great spot! I ordered the chicken menzala with pesto and it was so good--flavorful, well-cooked, and very satisfying. The service was super fast and the staff were very friendly, which made the experience even better. Definitely a place I'd come back to and recommend.

    Calimari
    Michael L.

    La Cucina has been a favorite for years. The other day I stopped in with a friend. The place was full. We got the last table. I and had the Veal Picata. It was good. My friend at the Calimari and loved it.

    Espresso in foreground with remnant of French bread with vinegar and oil dip in the background.
    Robert M.

    Celebrating my wife's birthday, we wanted a nice dining atmosphere with little crowd noise. I set a reservation for 3:45 to beat even the early dinner crowd. We arrived 25 minutes early and it was perfect. The dining tables are a unique hammered metal texture that provides a very homey feeling. We began with an antipasto plate, and fried calamari fingers with marinara sauce. I added an espresso with the appetizers as I had missed my nap. The chef absolutely nailed the calamari! So tender and tasty. For the entree I ordered the Tuscan grilled salmon and my wife selected Parmesan crusted Calamari Steak. Both entrees were accompanied with a generous helping of Angel Hair Pasta with sauce and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, For desert we had Vanilla bean and Sicilian Pistachio Gelatos. Simply a lovely meal with an extremely attentive staff. Definitely on our list for a return visit!

    Chocolate brownie
    Regina R.

    Yes again every year it's my birthday I come here every year and the fettuccine Alfredo is great every time! My sister came here for the first time. She thought the BBJs bbq had good Alfredo this is the best in town. Service was great I showed up a little late, she didn't mind came out with my drink, and gave us more bread. She got our order in as soon as I got there very attentive loved her. Asked us for dessert and dressed it in a candle how lovely. Perfect lunch in at my favorite restaurant!

    Tammy A.

    Food was yummy, service was good. Cute little place. I ordered calamari steak and the hubby got a creamy pasta dish, called Rigatoni Isabella. The marinara sauce on my spaghetti... was very good. Not too heavy and very homemade tasting

    Rustica Pizza
    Vince S.

    La Cucina, which fittingly means "The Kitchen" in Italian, sits on the corner of Lakeside Drive and Moana, right next to the Chevron station in the old Godfather's Pizza building. My wife and I found ourselves in the area on a Wednesday evening and decided to give it a try. It was our first visit. As we approached the hostess stand, we were greeted with a warm hello and asked if we had a reservation. When we said no, she looked a bit concerned and started scanning her reservation book. We quickly offered to sit at the bar instead, which seemed to ease the moment--she smiled and led us right over. The bar area had a relaxed vibe with a few flat screens showing live sports. One of the first things that caught my eye was how reasonably priced the wine list was. We ended up choosing a bottle of Italian Sangiovese for just $35 while we debated between two appetizers. When we asked the bartender which of the two she recommended, she surprised us by saying, "neither!" My wife and I laughed and asked what she would suggest, if any? She pointed us toward a seared provolone appetizer--and wow, it did not disappoint. Perfectly fried, drizzled with a flavorful sauce, and topped with pine nuts, it was a standout dish. I'll definitely be ordering it again on our next visit. For my entrée, I went with the Rustica pizza, which lives up to its name--hearty and full of flavor. The crust was spot on, and the toppings worked beautifully together with just enough spice to blend well with the wine. All in all, La Cucina delivered a great first impression with delicious food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. I'd absolutely recommend it and look forward to going back.

    Blackened chicken + ravioli
    Ms. Lala L.

    4 stars only because my food was great otherwise I would rate the overall experience a 3 star. Not sure if people were still tired from the holidays and didn't want to be at work but not impressed with the customer service and lack of attention during my dining experienced. I had more fun talking about football at the bar with a couple enjoying Sunday night football with me, than my invisible server. Very weird experience to have no one at the bar making drinks or engaging in conversation with you and I sat there 1-1.5 hours. Someone only spoke to me and checked in me when they brought my food and when I ordered wine in the beginning. I am not sure if I should have sat at a table to receive more attn but they had a few TVs at the bar to watch sports which was perfect. Positives: you can add grilled or blackened chicken to any pasta dish or shrimp or salmon. When they bring your food out someone will offer fresh grated Parmesan or black pepper. Porcini truffle mushroom pasta has a creaminess and sweetness to the sauce. Pasta was cooked perfectly and chicken seasoned to perfect w the Cajun spices. Not pictured- meatball sub/sandwich, very good just needs a side of marinara and comes with a side salad.

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    Just got done eating here, excellent food and excellent service both. Just got done eating here, excellent food and excellent service both.

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    Husband loves their parm chicken. So much so he will get it takeout. The rest of us have enjoyed salads when eating in or takeout.

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