Cucina Enoteca Newport Beach

5 GIANT STARS!! This place is a gem! The food was so fresh and flavorful. Unique choices and a good variety. I went for happy hour at the bar and got the giant meatball, a side of focaccia and whipped ricotta with oil, and a lavender lemonade. Each item was so delicious! I can't wait to go back... and I have told everyone I know to go here. The great service, friendly staff, and cute ambiance were also very appreciated and enhanced the positive experience. There is outdoor patio seating and a cute gift shop at the front desk. 10/10

- Kim Hamblin (Vanmblin) -

Came here for a late lunch. Happy hour starts at 3. The service is fast and the syaff well trained. The fried stuffed squash blossoms are a must try. The focaccoa bread is flavored beautifully. The location is great. Parking is available in the structure near nordstrom or accross from Bloomingdales. All in all a very muce experience.

- Craig Shults -

We started with the Margarita Pizza as an appetizer — fresh, hot, and perfectly balanced with a nice char on the crust. The Focaccia Bread with ricotta and 15-year aged balsamic followed and was probably one of the highlights of the night: fluffy bread, creamy ricotta, and the sweet depth of that balsamic. For entrées, my wife had the Rigatoni with a soft egg mixed into the sauce (our waitress recommended it, and I’m glad she did — it was rich, creamy, and delicious). The Shrimp Linguine was another hit, with great flavor and tender pasta, though I do wish the shrimp tails were removed to make it easier to eat. I went with the Cheeseburger, which was huge, juicy, and full of flavor. It was messy, but in the best way, and the fries were crispy and seasoned perfectly. The atmosphere is fun and lively, the staff was attentive, and the food overall was excellent. A little on the pricey side, but worth it for the quality and presentation. Definitely recommend, and I’m already looking forward to coming back and trying more dishes.

- Troy Boscia -

Great restaurant to stop by during the holidays for a dinner - especially because of the seasonal drinks. Comfortable seating and homey atmosphere. Learned about their wine offerings, will have to come back to try more of that!

- Shawn Rashid -

I came here with my family and had a wonderful experience. The food was excellent, the server was attentive and fun, the ambiance was beautiful, and the restaurant itself was very clean. The squash blossoms were SO good! We enjoyed the date pizza and drinks too. I’ll definitely return!

- Vanessa C -

Delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection, plates were the appropriate size. Waitress was wonderful and the atmosphere was beautiful. Thank you!

- Javier JuarezBaltazar -