La Mia Cucina

Name: La Mia Cucina
Address: 208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA, United States, 93950
Telephone: (831) 373-2416
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9 (1063)

$31 to $50

Italian

208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions

Stroll along 17th St., between Lighthouse and Laurel and you will find one of the Peninsula’s favorite spots, La Mia Cucina. This little jewel, with its fresh ambiance and tantalizing menu, is popular with everyone. The colorful European advertising posters that enliven the walls, are “originals, not reproductions.” That phrase is accurate in describing La Mia Cucina itself. From the comfortable linen white decor, accented beautifully by those turn-of-the-century posters, to the hand-crafted entrees and desserts, everything about La Mia Cucina says fresh and original. Owner Michael’s specialty, his ravioli dishes, are a renowned local favorite, and for good reason. They are hand made, with all the care that only a lifetime of creative food combining can bring. In addition to pasta, La Mia Cucina is known for it's fresh fish and meat specials. The desserts are made in-house by his wife Paula and daughter Michaela, and the service is personal and inviting.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(831) 373-2416
Website
http://lamiacucinaristorante.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Michael Scanlon
Private party facilities
La Mia Cucina offers a private room for parties up to 40.

Location
208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Neighborhood
Pacific Grove
Cross street
Lighthouse & Laurel
Parking details
Large, free parking lot in front of restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,063 people are saying

La Mia Cucina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.7Value

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California Central Coast
Best Service
California Central Coast
Best Ambiance
California Central Coast
Best Value
California Central Coast
Italian
Monterey / Carmel
Best Overall
Monterey / Carmel
Best Food
Monterey / Carmel
Best Service
Monterey / Carmel
Best Ambiance
Monterey / Carmel
Best Value
Monterey / Carmel
Neighborhood gem
Monterey / Carmel
Romantic

Review summary

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La Mia Cucina offers an exceptional dining experience with "wonderful Italian food like mom and nonna would make." Guests praise the "fabulous service" and warm family atmosphere created by owners Paula and Michael. Highlights include the "best ravioli" and perfectly seasoned crab cakes. It's a "great dining experience" for any occasion.

1,063 Reviews

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Tom
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came to Monterey to celebrate a birthday. While there we visited La Mia Cucina for the first time and we’re very happy we found this lovely place. The staff is very welcoming and service was very attentive. Our meals were served hot and were delicious. Their wine selection is also well appointed and our server was kind enough to recommend a Pinot that paired perfectly with my meal. Dessert was amazing (we shared a piece of their Sherry cake with pistachio Spumoni) Prices were very reasonable for the level of quality provided. Their restrooms were also immaculate, which is always a positive sign :) Overall we had no complaints and will definitely be back next time we’re in Monterey/Pacific Grove. I hope they continue to stay busy and successful:)
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Judy VIP
California Central Coast23 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is always where we go to dinner when in the Monterey Carmel area. The owners, Michael and Paula are incredible hosts and make you feel like family. Always an excellent menu with a variety of pastas and fresh seafood.
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Ron VIP
San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful restaurant with gracious hosts and staff.
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Sandra
California Central Coast11 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mia Cucina is always the best choice to go for any occasion. The owners are very hands on and the staff is on point. The food is always exceptional. They definitely deserve more than 5 stars. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Gail VIP
California Central Coast2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a delicious meal and fabulous service at La Mia Cucina. Friendly and welcoming.
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K VIP
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley10 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The raviolis were delicious. Special salad with shrimp, bacon, and pistachios was a treat. Gelatos were flavorful. Staff were kind and good and helped make our anniversary a special night.
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Frances VIP
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food, enjoyed the steak, and the service was excellent!
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Ruth VIP
Tucson31 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delightful meal! The service was impeccable, lovely decor and ambiance, and the food was perfection. We had the seasonal salad and beet salad, both were ample but not overwhelming portions, and oh so good. The crab and shrimp cakes were chock full of both, no fillers, and seasoned perfectly. They were appetizers, but were plenty for us as entrees. Highly recommend this restaurant on all counts.
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Susie
California Central Coast6 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love going to La Mia Cucina and seeing Paula and Michael!! They are the absolute best and the food is amazing!! We always feel like family and right at home!! ♥️♥️
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Joanne
California Central Coast19 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Eating at La Mia Cucina is like eating at the home of family. Wonderful Italian food like mom and nonna would make!
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La Mia Cucina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 373-2416.

La Mia Cucina is rated 4.9 stars by 1063 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

208 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

Additional information

Cross street
Lighthouse & Laurel
Neighborhood
Pacific Grove
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Large, free parking lot in front of restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Michael Scanlon
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://lamiacucinaristorante.com/
Phone number
(831) 373-2416
Private party facilities
La Mia Cucina offers a private room for parties up to 40.

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