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Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana
Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana

Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://www.michael-anthonys.com
  • Email: afragrp@hargray.com
  • Phone: (843) 785-6272
  • Hours of Operation: Serving dinner Monday - Saturday beginning at 5:15pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Executive Chef: Chris Johnson
  • Dress Code: Smart Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Chef's Table, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
  • Private Party Facilities: At Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana we offer five unique private party options for hosting your special event
  • Private Party Contact: Jill Boyd (877) 564-4026

Getting there

  • Parking: Private Lot
A word from Michael Anthony's Cucina Italiana
Michael Anthony’s Cucina Italiana offers traditional regional Italian cuisine combining innovative presentations and style. The award winning culinary team presents a menu using the freshest ingredients for an unforgettable culinary experience featuring homemade gnocchi, succulent veal,daily… selections of fresh fish and house-made desserts. Acknowledged by food and wine enthusiasts and critics alike, the restaurant presents a fine-dining experience combining an award-winning wine list, exquisite food, attentive service and the personal touch of a family-owned restaurant serving the Lowcountry since 2002. In fact, Michael Anthony’s was recognized in 2010 by Open Table diners as one of the "Top 50 Italian Restaurants" in the United States! In addition, Michael Anthony’s operates a Cooking School conducting weekly hands-on and demonstration style cooking classes and a specialty Italian market. Please visit our website or call for information for our class schedule or dining reservations.Continued
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerItalian
Diner Reviews
  • "Good food, not great 3 star rating not 4 1/2 star like reported."
    Dined on 3/10/2014
  • "Michael Anthony's Cucina A small and very nice dinning room that is quite energetic when full of dinners but one can still have a conversation. Our shrimp and pasta dish was very good. The Caesar Salads were excellent. The wine list was extensive but light on California wines. Located in a strip mall a few blocks off of Pope near the traffic circle. Adequate self parking."
    Dined on 3/11/2014
  • "After visiting Hilton Head for 30 years I decided to try a new (for me) restaurant. I dined alone and received great service, a good booth. This isn't always the case in restaurants as a single person. The food was outstanding. A new favorite!!"
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "We visit Hilton Head Island often and finally made it to Michael Anthony's for dinner. I can't believe we had not visited before. We both had the Early Bird Special. I had the Tuscan bean soup which was very flavorful although small, my husband had the Caesar salad which was good but nothing spectacular and very very small. For entrees my husband had the Maiale alla Piccata It was perfectly cooked with wonderful flavor and presentation. I had the Spaghetti con Granchio, It was like a party in my mouth! I would eat this every day if I could! For dessert we shared the Tiramisu and Profiteroles. Both were great but I would definitely order the Tiramisu when we return. Can't wait for our next meal at Michael Anthony's"
    Dined on 3/4/2014
  • "This was our second time in this restaurant and it didn't let us down. The food was fantastic, the staff friendly and knowledgable amd the ambiance superb. What a delightful evening at a super restaurant. The lwner introduced himself and chatted at the end lf our dinner."
    Dined on 3/3/2014
  • "We are from PA. We vacation every winter in Hilton Head. Each year on my birthday we go to Michael Anthony's. We have been doing this for 10 or more years. We are always delighted with the food and service. On our March 4 visit this year the owner and his wife visited us at our table. They were extremely nice and made the occasion great."
    Dined on 3/4/2014
  • "Enjoyable evening with friends. Upscale Italian. Would recommend small pasta plates as appetizers."
    Dined on 3/4/2014
  • "One of our favorite when visiting Hilton Head Island. On this occasion we had Lucy who is one of the best. Excellent food, superior service and a great atmosphere for an evening out. Carl Schleicher"
    Dined on 3/3/2014
  • "Truly a restaurant that knows how to take care of it's guests. Everyone makes you feel welcome, knows the menu and wine list and never makes you feel hurried or rushed. We also enjoy the shop next door and always bring home something unique. If you have an opportunity, they offer great cooking classes as well. Truly one of our favorites."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "The food was very good. I must admit that I wanted to ask if we should come back another day. The service wasintermittant at best. Two people served us and they bth seemed to have different menu's."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "We were there for early dining and were treated first class--no skimping on food or service."
    Dined on 2/17/2014
  • "What a great dining experience. The osso buco was hands down the best that I've ever had. They had excellent wines by the glass and the wait staff made dining a pleasure. The best dining on Hilton Head Island. We will go back again and again!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "I wasn't sure what to expect when I arrived at the restaurant. Once inside I saw all the wine and i wanted to try them all. The atmosphere inside was warm and welcoming. Everyone inside spoke and was very friendly. They made my Valentine's Day dinner feelvery romantic. My wwaitress didn't bother me too much. Everything about that night was perfect. I would recommend that restaurant to my friends all day everyday."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Third visit to this restaurant and the experience has consistently been high quality in terms of menu and service. Highly recommended."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "From the moment we walked in and realized that our request about a table was being addressed, the evening just kept getting. A wonderful setting with a first rate menu and service which was knowledgeable and helpful, while not hovering. Our dinners, tuna carpaccio and PEI mussels followed by osso bucco and roles-stuffed veal, were just delicious right-sized portions. i have already recommended it and will return soon."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "This was the first time we had dined at this restaurant. The atmosphere is pleasant, the wait staff outstanding....very knowledgeable about the menu & very attentive. The food was very good. My husband had homemade pasta with homemade Italian sausage. I had salmon which was tasting but a little over cooked (even though I did ask for it to be medium well). Overall and enjoyable meal. We would go back to try other entrees."
    Dined on 2/7/2014
  • "I am a vegan and went to Michael Anthony's with two non-vegans. In short, we all were very impressed by the food! The chef even made a special vegan pasta for me and it was delicious! I so had a Panzanella salad that was excellent and a mango sorbet at the end of the meal. Highly recommended!"
    Dined on 2/7/2014
  • "The food was delicious! The only reason I didn't rate it a 5 was because they didn't offer different pasta noodles. They had mostly spaghetti noodles. I usually enjoy linguini better. Having said that, my Spaghetti Pescatore was flavorful and I thoroughly enjoyed it. My husband had a chicken plate and the chicken was very tender."
    Dined on 2/7/2014
  • "We tried Michael Anthony's for the first time during restaurant week on a Friday evening with another couple. It was not overcrowded, so no excuse there. We had expected a gourmet experience, but found the appetizers and dinners to be completely underwhelming. Between the four of us, we tried several different offerings, and with the exception of the carpaccio appetizer, our food was sadly lacking in flavor and creativity. It was certainly not what we would have expected the chef to want to present in a limited offering meant to entice new diners during restaurant week. To be fair, dessert was delicious - especially the tiramisu. Our server was most attentive with lots of personality, so he saved the evening from being a complete failure."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "This restaurant was a wonderful find; excellent food, superior service, and warm atmosphere. We will make a return visit on our trip here next year."
    Dined on 2/6/2014
  • "One of the absolutely best restaurants on the island. The owner always makes a point of stopping by our table to thank us."
    Dined on 2/4/2014
  • "Michael Anthony's is more than the best restaurant on Hilton Head Island. It is among the very best restaurants anywhere. With its Tuscan roots and its creative imagination, the restaurant masters flavors, textures and presentation in ways that trump some of the best spots in D.C., New York and elsewhere. From the best fish dish my wife has ever had (cloud-like, delicate swordfish) to my masterful veal and eggplant , our most recent visit was fine dining at its best -- and at Hilton Head rather than New York prices. The champ keep on trucking. Bravo."
    Dined on 2/4/2014
  • "Our service was good, very bubbly, energetic waitress. Unfortunately our entrees, were luke warm. The veal was not tender. Maybe will come back but with all the ravings about Michael Anthony's was disappointed."
    Dined on 2/1/2014
  • "Food was not up to the restaurant's usual high standard. I think they overdid sacrificing quality for low price. We have dined there many times and the food has always been much better than it was on this occasion."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Excellent Italian food, service and ambiance. Our waiters were very knowledgeable, energetic and attentive. Menu was very complete with many tempting items to choose from. Will definitely go back to try different items. Wine list is outstanding with a good range of prices. Highly recommend a visit."
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Many people will say they have eaten out but at Michael Anthony you have a Dining Experience. What a perfect place."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Michael Anthony's always serves consistently delicious Italian food. As locals, this is our "go to" Italian restaurant. Whether we are entertaining house guests, with family or just the two of us, it's always our #1 pick for Italian in the Hilton Head area!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Absolutely wonderful italian food and impeccable service. This is our favorite italian restaurant outside of Italy. Highly recommend and it is worth the high prices."
    Dined on 1/20/2014
  • "We absolutely love Michael Anthony's! We come every time we are on the island and are never disappointed. Had a table in the market room this time and found it to be delightful!"
    Dined on 1/16/2014
  • "My husband and I invited my older brother and his girlfriend to join us at New Year's Time on Hilton Head. We own a property in Shelter Cove and we found Michael Anthony's a few years ago. It was our last night in Hilton Head, and after have several memorable meals at Michael Anthony's, we thought dinner there would be a perfect end to a lovely week together. Happily, Michael Anthony's did not disappoint. The room, service (Brooklyn and all) was superb, but the food?! cooked to perfection. Thank you Michael Anthony's, we will be back."
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "My husband and I dined here on Saturday night. We have been here before and were not disappointed. The veal chop special was prepared and presented beautifully and was like butter. My husband had the salmon special which he said was some of the best salmon he had eaten. Their salad with candied walnuts and sweet gorgonzola is a favorite of ours. We look forward to returning. Alex was our server and was very attentive and personable. We had him before and will definitely request to sit at his table whenever we return."
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "As usual Michael Anthony's delivered the goods! An excellent menu, with some unique Tuscan dishes, that are not usually offered at a typical Hilton Head Italian restaurant. The specials are also terrific, with tonight's veal osso buco served over risotto, done to perfection. My wife had the "Priest Stranglers" don't let the name throw you, as the main course, perfectly cooked twisted pastas plated with mushrooms, and mild sausage, in a delicious cream sauce. As far as appetizers, my wife really enjoyed her gorgonzola salad and I had some wonderful butternut squash ravioli. The wine list is superb, although it lacks some of the more popular moderately priced choices. Great bread as a start and out of this world tiramisu to end the evening!"
    Dined on 1/4/2014
  • "This is my go to place for New Year's eve and other special occasions, or anytime I want to be guaranteed a great meal, special wine, and excellent service. We make sure to go to Michael Anthony's on every trip throughout the year to HHI."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Our server was excellent, the ambiance was perfect, and the food was probably some of the best food I've had. It is a bit pricy but jt is worth every dime."
    Dined on 1/3/2014
  • "We were a party of four early dinner New Year's Eve. My wife had the Dover Sole, and others had the veal chop and lobster ravioli. Each indicated their dinners were delicious. I ordered the veal picotta which was delicious but seemed very chewy compared to others I have tried. Although the dinning was a little pricey, the service was outstanding and was a little pricey I would go back again the next time we are in the area."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "This is one of the best restaurants we have ever visited. Every dish at the table was superb, the desserts were phenomenal and the service impeccable."
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Michael Anthony's is our place to go for consistently fine food, service and friendliness. Also have used for group dinners which they handle with ease. Our waiter, Jay, was friendly and thorough in explaining the specials and looked after us without hovering. We were enroute to the theatre and our dining experience was like clockwork without being rushed. The Early Dining specials are the best fine-dining offerings on the Island."
    Dined on 12/29/2013
  • "This place has always been reliable. It also offers great cooking and wine tasting events And small plates at the bar."
    Dined on 12/29/2013
  • "Fantastic food and service. What an excellent experience!"
    Dined on 12/13/2013
  • "The best Italian Restaurant so far. You can appreciate the quality of the preparation. The prices are very reasonable for the high quality and diverse menu. Everyone in the group only had high praise. Impressed with the Calamari app. and the flavors of the sauces were outstanding."
    Dined on 12/26/2013
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