2nd visits to Mucci's and is was once again outstanding! This time I brought 8 family members to celebrate my sons college graduation. We had an 8:15 reservation. We had several bottles of fantastic wine, several appetizers and entrees. Every single person in our group loved everything. The service was once again phenomenal. Thank you Mucci's! read more

Lovely little place with delicious food and drinks at good prices! Came here on a Saturday evening with a group of three. We called around 5:30 to see if they'd seat us at 7:15 and they were able to reserve a table for us. I got the daily special which was like a chicken Parmesan but with steak. It wasn't my favorite thing because I was not expecting the steak to be thinly cut and more on the dry side. That could be my bad - I heard steak and was imagining something totally different. But it wasn't still pretty good! The noodle texture was to die for. It was $30. Drinks were delicious too and ranged from $12-$15. The only thing that I didn't love, is that they charge for every little thing. we got the focaccia and asked for olive oil and balsamic. Why was that an extra $2... $1 for olive oil and $1 for balsamic. If we hadn't ordered it, it would have been an $8 large sized muffin of focaccia - which turned into $10. Definitely not worth it. I asked for some extra Parmesan and they charged $2 for pecorino... honestly it just threw off the experience a little. And it came in the tiniest little cup. I understand maybe 50 cents but $2? Especially when we're having five drinks and three entrees between three people, realizing we were paying extra for those items on the check just was not enjoyable. I'd recommend this place to others as a great place for pasta and drinks, but pasta and drinks only. Maybe avoid asking for any thing on the side and I'd skip apps. read more

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My husband recently went vegetarian which has made finding new go-to restaurants... interesting. Mucci's was on his saved list, and he had already scoped out several dishes he was excited to try so we quick made a reservation and thankfully there were plenty of late evening slots open! We came on a Friday evening and genuinely weren't sure if it was open because the lighting inside is so low it looks completely dark from the outside. (Spoiler: it is open. Just extremely moody.) We started with the focaccia and burrata, which was ah-mazing! Perfect combination, super flavorful--I just wish there had been more bread, and a little balsamic vinegar would've made it next level but all in all so delicious! I ordered the lasagna, which was... okay. Not earth-shattering or jaw-dropping--the meat was a bit dry in my opinion. and I didn't end up eating much of it. HOWEVER. My husband's rigatoni? SO GOOD. Perfectly al dente noodles, incredibly flavorful sauce, and thankfully not an overpowering mushroom flavor (which I was nervous about). I'm still mad at myself for not ordering it but all this really means is we'll just have to come back--and next time, I'm definitely stealing his order! read more

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Came here with a group of friends to celebrate a special occasion. Mucci's was very amenable to our large group size (17 people, but booked in advance) despite the small size of the restaurant. The focaccia was unique and delicious! Served bun-style with no oil or dippings (unless added on) but did not need any, as it was buttery and flavorful. The Caesar salad was large and wonderful, and a stand-out of the night. I ordered the Bucatini and was unfortunately disappointed by the level of spice... much too spicy for most people who ordered within our group! The pasta was flavorful, but I wish it were more properly labeled as a caution. Overall, the restaurant emanated coziness. Unfortunately, the temperature inside was overly hot - to the extent that a few group members had to step out for cool air. The service was wonderful, and the staff did a good job serving such a large group together smoothly. The bill was a bit pricey, but expected before dining. read more

Mucci's was a fantastic romantic dinner spot. The appetizer meatballs had a unique texture that I preferred over other meatballs. The fall pasta special was incredible and paired perfectly with the tagliatelle that was the perfect blend of lemon and cream. The pasta noodles tasted homemade and were so good. The patio was pretty and was packed by 7pm. We got a reservation for a Tuesday night and would recommend making one. read more

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A must stop for caesar salad lovers! The salad is HUGE and served with a mound of parm on top. Pasta entrees are great too and you get a generous portion enough to split between two. One critique I do have is the waiter didn't let me know an extra side of parm to additionally top on my pasta was not free, so that was a disappointment to see when the check came. Really a surprise considering I've never been charged for a side of parm at any other Italian place. read more

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This restaurant has the whole package. Delicious food, beautiful setting and excellent service. The best lasagna I've ever had. The garlic bread is warm, garlicky and delicious. The meatballs have a wonderful soft texture. read more

Came here on the recommendation of our kids who have been here a handful of times. Sat at the bar and had absolutely perfect service from our server, Molly. We started with the calamari appetizer, which was a very generous portion with a delightful aïoli. The old-fashioned and whiskey cocktails were very good. Hubby ordered the Tagliatelle Diablo with crab and I had the Bucatini (recommended). The bucatini was excellent! Hubby's dish was good (with maybe a few too many spicy fresnos even for a man who loves spicy). But to be fair... We were warned. Service and drinks 10/10. read more

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I've been to Mucci's twice and sat at the bar both times. The food is amazing. I had the lasagna and it was a giant block of soft flavorful delicious. The Caesar salad was super fresh and tasty. My only disappointment was the focaccia which is shaped like a giant bun and was served without the benefit of olive oil. Service was attentive and cheerful. Dining room is fun and buzzing, but I'm coming back for the patio - which looked so very pleasant. The prices here are more than the neighborhood or the setting merits. This place is fun - not fine dining- but the prices are high - $150 for 2 is a bit pricey. read more

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I have been to Mucci's twice and I won't be going back. The food was disappointing on both occasions but especially with our most recent visit. The highlight of the meal was the stater. We ordered the meatballs and it was very good but I wish I would have stopped there. I had the Chicken Piccata for my main and if it wasn't for the capers in the dish it would have been flavorless. For the most part it was bland. We ordered the Tiramisu to share and each of us stopped after one bite. The texture was thick and it tasted a bit sour. The cocktails are well made but small. I felt like I was drinking my Old Fashioned out of a shot glass. The service was good on both visits, no complaints there. The restaurant is small but I do like the style of the space. I will mention the restaurant has a very nice patio. The food is disappointing and I can't look past that but it earns 3 starts for the space and good service. read more

Amazing food, we got the Nicki pizza and the tiramisu. Both really good! The patio area outside was really nice too, perfect for date night. read more

Mucci's Italian - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Excellent Italian with excellent service. The Agnolotti and Lasagna were both excellent. Flavorful and filling. The only disappointment was the Focaccia with Burrata. They were both good but the Focaccia was very small and the Burrata was a $15 add on. Not enough bread for the Burrata. Try the Tiramisu for dessert - it was great. FYI - enter through the wood gate on the side. It is a little confusing. read more

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We were in town for a friend's wedding and on our first night in town we all met up here, at Mucci's. The first thing I noticed when I arrived was how adorable this part of town is. I love that this restaurant is nestled into a neighborhood that has some charm to it. You can tell that Mucci's is truly a neighborhood spot, and even though it's upscale Italian fare, the ambiance is really relaxed and fits into its surroundings. Now let's get into the food. Literally everything we sampled was great, but it should come as no surprise that the pizza with the fried chicken on it was the big winner. It's as impressive as it looks in all the photos and while it might look like a gimmick, it really has great flavor and goes above and beyond expectation. I tried a few bites of some different pasta dishes as well, all were top notch. Our cocktails were delightful, our server gracious, all in all if we lived here I'd certainly be back, and I see why my friends love this place so much. read more

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Amazing dining experience with amazing food! Fast service and a very quiet room packed with people. The ambiance was perfect for talking. The bread was out of this world and their pasta is fun, imaginative, and tasty. read more

Mucci's Italian - Focaccia and burrata- fantastic - Italian Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Amazing food! We ordered the pizza special, Tagliatelle, and Tiramisu. We really enjoyed the Cab they have on the menu as well. All of it was amazing! The service was amazing. The ambience was quiet, comforting and warm. The owner Tim stopped to talk with us and we loved our conversation with him! We will definitely be going back and recommending to our friends to give it a try! read more

First time at Muccis! Everything was homemade including the noodles and pizza dough, which was fantastic! Service was great. The dining room was packed when we first arrived. Therefore, we were sitting really close to another couple and it felt kind of like an invasion of their space. But it was a cute place. Prices seemed comparable to other local places. Parking was free street parking. I didn't have any issue finding parking. We will be back! read more

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My husband and I heard great things about Mucci's Italian so wanted to give it a try for date night. It's a small, quaint restaurant so definitely recommend getting a reservation. The vibe was perfect for date night and parking was easy (street). We sat at the bar by the kitchen, ordered and bottle of red wine (delicious) and watched all the food coming out -- so fun! We ordered the caesar salad, angel hair pasta and camilla pizza. The caesar and camilla pizza was AMAZING! The caesar salad was one of the best salads I've ever had. Gem lettuce with freshly grated parmesan mixed with the perfect amount of dressing, what's not to love?! However, the angel hair pasta was very fishy, which is unfortunately why I can't give it 5-stars. We're big seafood fans but the sauce on this pasta was incredibly fishy and I wouldn't it order again. Overall, the service was great, pizza and salad were great. Looking forward to our next visit to try other menu items. read more

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Great food. The focaccia and burrata are delightful, but it's a small portion of bread, so I highly recommend you also order the Brussels sprouts for the table. I went for a light pre-concert dinner, and we shared all the appetizers, the Camilla pizza, and a Cacio e pepe pasta, which is sadly no longer on the menu. read more

The entree was most tasty. What I severely did not care for was being offered bread. In most places we dine, pre-dinner "bread" is complimentary. We were charged $8 for "bread". If a restaurant is going to do that, inform me at the time the offer is made. Not with a "surprise" when you give me the Bill. read more

You guys! I have no idea how long this place has been in my neighborhood, and I took it for granted all this time. Service was excellent. For having black walls, it's very cheery inside. We tried three apps and the charred salad. The ca,I'll is one of the most unique and tasty pizzas I've ever had. Extremely high quality. I had Chinese food notes and it worked! I'm craving the flavor! Burratta was exceptional, beautiful, with an amazing sauce, some kind of pesto. The tempura asparagus was crisp and tasty, with a green goddess aioli I could drink For dinner, we tried half the menu, and I can't wait to try the rest. I personally had the chicken piccata which was very delicious. My friends and family who were there tried lasagna and the Bucatini and loved them. I seriously cannot wait to go back and try the rest of the menu! Shout out to the tiramisu, which sometimes can be bitter. This was really nice, not too sweet, and very creamy. I'll most likely be back this week. Love you guys! read more

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Muccis is a top 3 Italian eatery in the twin cities. Located off Randolph in St Paul you need a reservation as it is tiny as far as table space but the food is so worth it. I'm the warm months they have a great patio area and the ambience is warm and intimate. Staff can guide you if you are a rookie and their specials are out of this world. We were celebrating an 80th birthday for a special friend so we had the meatball, bruschetta and Brussels sprouts as starters followed by a house salad and pastas. The lasagne and chicken piccata were especially delicious you cannot miss with the pasta. For dessert, the donuts and tiramisu and coffee.... What a night, what a dinner read more

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Delicious homemade pasta served in a cozy environment by warm and welcome staff. Serving are huge so next time we will share a bowl of pasta. read more

Cute ambiance and great for date nights. The food items we enjoyed were the hangover kale, bucatini pasta and the lamb entree special. The prices are good and the service is decent. Only street parking is available. I recommend this spot if you enjoy good authentic Italian food with cute atmosphere. read more

I love the spaghetti w/ meatballs. Best pasta sauce that I've ever had and they sell in by the pint or quart frozen as well! Lasagna is great too. Try the gnocchi. Update: I miss the spaghetti and meatballs. Why isn't it on the menu anymore? read more

I was first and foremost impressed with the ambiance and service. The outside is deceivingly plain, but when you walk in it's a very intimate and elegant space. And then the staff takes over. They were funny, engaged, knowledgeable, and super responsive. It made me want to come back just to be there friends!! It gave me small town vibes :) The food of course was also excellent. They had a calamari special which was delightful and so fresh. Then I was there with one other person so we split a pasta dish and a pizza. Both were excellent! The angel hair pasta was flavorful, and interesting. And the Fried Chicken Pizza was so unique, and SO well done. The crust of their pizzas is so perfect, just like Italy! read more

Mucci's Italian - Angel Hair Pasta - Italian Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Nothing short of amazing! The food, the service, did I mention, the food?!? We made reservations. The location is quaint. The menu is superb and the service is fantastic. You won't be disappointed. Parking is on the street. Can't wait to return to enjoy the patio during the summer months! read more

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What a gem of a neighborhood restaurant. So good that we drive from across the metro. Brought to you by the same folks behind the former locavore The Strip Club (man I miss you) and the rarified St. Dinette. Located just west of the St. Paul epicenter of red-sauce Italian restaurants, Mucci's brings something very different and a great blend of casual and approachable despite a menu that leans toward molecular gastronomy. Yet despite the later's vision of micro food put together with tweezers, Mucci's delivers Sunday night Italian heartiness. A unique (to Minnesota anyway) style of pizza called Montanara anchors the menu and is a style not to miss. Here they take a lightly fermented disc of rolled-out dough, deep fry it and then top it and bake to order. The result is a crispy, chewier pizza that is divine. read more

Mucci's Italian - Grilled Shrimp - Polenta tostada, chili aioli, pickled red onion and chili oil. - Italian Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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This place was fabulous!! The servers were fast and efficient and gave great advice! The inside was cute and quaint but was a little small. The food was top tier. My table had the pizza and Bucatini and both were great! I would highly recommend to anyone in the area. read more

Mucci's Italian - Italian Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Such a great spot for unique and delicious Italian food! The patio is the cutest (I think it's new) and everything that my friend and I tried was amazing. We had the fried chicken pizza, mafaldine pasta, hangover kale, and some summery cocktails. All delicious and honestly I would order them all again! Fried chicken pizza might sound weird but where else can you try a fried chicken pizza! It was sweet and spicy and had crunchy texture and soft all at the same time. Hangover kale is also a must. Hit the patio while it's open! The only reason I'm docking a star is because our server seemed impatient and annoyed with all of our questions. She was prompt but we asked about the donuts and she seemed like we should have known that they don't do them anymore? But I don't actually know if that's true. Anyway, that was a bummer but I'd like to think she was having an off night. Either way, go for the food! read more

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Best lasagna I've ever had. Bucatini is magical. Hangover kale is otherworldly. Cocktails are fab. The service is incredibly warm and attentive. The space is quaint and cute. One of the best restaurants in St Paul. read more

The service at Mucci's was fantastic, the lasagna and pizza were excellent and the ambiance was great. The location was easy to get to with plenty of free street parking. read more

Service at this place is impeccable. They were quick, kind and attentive. Meatballs came out and it was small in proportion but good. Personally, I did not like the pizza and it's highly rated low for me. Few reasons, the dough was extremely tough. My GF and I did not talk because we kept chewing. My jaw hurt afterwards. The chicken was dry as well. Overall the quality was low compared to the hype and other places I've been to. Willing to give this another shot but I wasn't impressed. I'd go to ElMar's. read more

Mucci's Italian - Meat Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Went there tonight for a diner with my wife seated immediately.I Had an old fashionand it was perfect the wife had wine and it was good.I had the bucatini and was the best I had ever and the nice thing is they give you large portions so you get easy two meals.What a great value Wow I can hardly wait to go back. read more

We visited Mucci's on a Saturday night for a birthday celebration. We were seated a little later than our reservation and there isn't a lot of room to wait - the staff have seats in a small area next to the patio door and the restrooms where we waited for a few minutes. The staff moved tables around to seat us (we had a larger group) and promptly came to check in. I ordered a glass of Cabernet that was served in a small cup instead of a wine glass; I thought it fit the feeling of the restaurant well and was cute! The space has a laid back vibe with lots of plants and different seating options. We started by splitting the focaccia and the meatball appetizers. The apps were small and the pricing didn't make sense - the meatballs were somewhere in the ballpark of $20 and were the size of ping pong balls. It was a very small portion and for the price. They were delicious though, as was the focaccia. I ordered the lasagna and it was delicious. The sauce was rich, the noodles were perfectly done, and it was so satisfying on a cold night. Others got the pizza (delicious with a really nice crust), and the gnocchi Marsala (so good and the staff were really accompanying with requests to remove mushrooms), and the bucatini. The bucatini noodles were perfectly done, but the sauce was so spicy the three people who ordered it had trouble eating it. The pricing of the pasta dishes was a great value, especially for the portion sizes. The portions are gigantic (and make great leftovers the next day). Overall, we had a good experience and good service. I would recommend giving Mucci's a try! read more

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Based on a friend's recommendation we recently dined at Mucci's. Our server was engaging...when available. Appeared to be covering multiple areas of the restaurant (inside and outside) as well as some hostess duties. Food was good, but not great. Then the bill came and I was charged $2 for a small ramaken of butter. If I am dropping $200 for dinner I am not expecting to be charged for butter. Sought out manager to comment ... but could not find one. We won't be returning. read more

Place was awesome. Now, even on its best day? Place is meh. Overpriced for pizza and underperforming for all else. Plus you can buy the pizza at gas stations and grocery stores sometimes. Why spend the extra money on a dining service? read more

Amazing spot! Upscale yet relaxed vibe. PERFECT service, and really good food. Very generous portions, too. I would recommend anything that features their homemade pasta. What a treasure!! read more

Sad face. I usually have a 5 star experience at Mucci's (which is why I chose it for my bday dinner) but this time, not so much. Not sure if our ticket got lost or the order wasn't put in, but we waited much longer than usual for our entrees and our server acknowledged the wait (but offered no explanation). No other tables seemed to have this issue. My partner ordered one of their last servings of chicken parm (was a special that night) and when he finally got it, it was burnt around the edges. I wanted to send it back but he just wanted to eat and knew he'd have to wait for them to cook something entirely different since they were out of the chicken parm. I always get the bucatini and it was good, but it didn't seem the same as usual. I'll be back because I'm sure this was just an off night, but I was still shocked by the less than impressive experience. read more

I was so excited to finally try Mucchi's and was bummed to find it to be average. Their doughscuits though...those are a 5/5. My husband and I came before the pandemic a couple years ago to find a two hour wait at opening, so we left. Fast forward to middle of pandemic, we decided to go for takeout. We had the hangover kale, lasagna, bucatini, Camilla pizza. The kale was so salty, it was pretty much inedible. Lasagna and bucatini were fine, opposite of the kale, bordering on bland, and the pizza was uninspiring. We can say we gave it a try, maybe the in house experience would have been better, but I think I'll stick to the doughscuits. read more

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Always a fan of the food and service (even during the dark days of takeout only during the pandemic). Faves are the hangover kale, spaghetti and meatballs (both official menu item or ad hoc) and especially the porketta (not a regular item but dang that was so good). Don't forget to order Mucci juice as a nice beverage starter. read more