AR Cucina

Name: AR Cucina
Address: 9531 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA, United States, 90232
Telephone: (310) 558-8800
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

588 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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AR Cucina is located at 9531 Culver Blvd in Culver City.

Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday through Friday
Dinner 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm Tuesday through Thursday
Dinner 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm Friday and Saturday
Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunday
(Closed on Mondays)
Happy Hour Everyday - 4 pm to 6 pm

Our menu is influenced by rustic italian dishes that chef owner Gabriella Torelli creates and prepares. The menu changes with the seasons and focuses on using local, seasonal produce and artisan products. The bar offers a selection of hand-crafted italian classics along with a variety of multi regional italian wines and aperitifs.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(310) 558-8800

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(310) 558-8800
Website
http://www.arcucina.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Gabriella Torelli
Catering
Have your favorite AR Cucina dishes for your next event. Whether a plated lunch, dinner buffet or cocktail reception, our experienced team will assist in putting together the menu that will fit your needs best. Our list of hand crafted cocktails and infused spirits are also available at your next event! http://www.arcucina.com/corporate-catering/
Private party facilities
From an intimate evening with friends, to a dinner party on our patio ... Our restaurant is available for full buy-out to keep your event private for just you and your guests. Let us be a part of your next celebration!
Private party contact
Alan Schulman or Rachel Rockwell: (877) 947-5888

Location
9531 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
Neighborhood
Culver City
Cross street
Watseka
Parking details
Two parking lots are located 1/2 block east and 1/2 west of the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Bruschetta$10.00
Fresh tomato, garlic, basil, evoo, four homemade crostini
Caprese$12.00
Fiore di mozzarella, fresh tomato, basil, evoo
Cavolini di Brussels Saltati con Pancetta$12.00
Grilled brussel sprouts, pancetta, white onion, evoo
Fiori di Zucchini Fritti$14.00
Crispy zucchini flowers, fiore di mozzarella, sun-dried tomato salsa
Polpette al Forno con Mozzarella$16.00
Homemade meatballs, pomarola, mozzarella
Calamari Fritti alla Toscana$16.00
Crispy calamari, tuscan herbs, arrabiatta & yogurt salsa
Gamberi alla Diavola$16.00
Shrimp, salsa picante alla diavola
Tagliere Misto
Italian cheese, salumi, prosciutto, homemade crostini
- For Two$18.00

Insalate

Giardino Semplice$10.00
Mix-leaf medley, cherry tomatoes, carrots, red onion, lemon vinaigrette
Cesare$12.00
Romaine, homemade cesare dressing & croutons, parmigiano
Casa Torelli$14.00
Romaine, feta, garbanzos, black olives, cherry tomatoes, green apple, candied walnuts, evoo, red wine vinegar
Mista di Mare$18.00
Mix-leaf medley, grilled salmon, shrimp, squid, garlic, lemon vinaigrette

Pizze alla Toscana

Formaggio$12.00
Mozzarella, parmigiano, pomarola
Margherita$12.00
Tomatoes, fresh basil, mozzarella, pomarola
Funghi$12.00
Sautéed mushrooms, mozzarella, pomarola
Pepperoni$14.00
Pepperoni, mozzarella, pomarola
Capricciosa$16.00
Prosciutto cotto, Italian sausage, mozzarella, pomarola

Pasta / Lasagna / Risotto

Gluten free spaghetti and vegan corn spaghetti available upon request. Additional charge applies

Rigatoni alla Pomarola$14.00
Our homemade torelli family tomato sauce
Rigatoni alla Nonna$14.00
Prosciutto cotto, onion, provolone, butter, dash of cream
Rigatoni al Ragu' Bolognese$16.00
Our homemade torelli family meat sauce
Spaghetti con Polpette al Sugo$16.00
Homemade torelli family meatballs, pomarola
Spaghetti Amatriciana$14.00
Pancetta, garlic, pecorino, pomarola, evoo
Spaghetti alla Carbonara$14.00
Pancetta, egg, pecorino, evoo
Linguini alla Vongole$18.00
Fresh clams, garlic, parsley, white wine, evoo
Linguini alla Carbonara di Mare$22.00
Fresh salmon, squid, shrimp, garlic, egg, pecorino, evoo
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$16.00
Pomarola, garlic, fiore di mozzarella, parmigiano, fresh basil
Gnocchi con Ragu' Bolognese e Ricotta$18.00
Bolognese, fresh ricotta
Ravioli ai Funghi con Sugo di Tartufo$18.00
Portobello & wild mushroom ravioli, white truffle crema
Tortellini al Pesto$16.00
Cheese tortellini, fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, pecorino, evoo
Tortellini al Burro, Salvia e Pancetta$16.00
Cheese tortellini, butter, sage, pancetta
Lasagna Bolognese con Besciamella$22.00
Bolognese, besciamella, mozzarella, parmigiano
Risotto ai Funghi Porcini$20.00
Porcini & white mushrooms, garlic, parsley, butter, cream, evoo
Risotto ai Frutti di Mare$24.00
Fresh salmon, squid, shrimp, clams, garlic, parsley, butter, evoo

Pesce / Pollo / Carne

Pesce Fresco alla Griglia$26.00
Grilled fresh catch of the day, sautéed zucchini, gorgonzola risotto
Pollo Picatta$24.00
Grilled chicken breast, lemon-herb salsa, linguini
Pollo Parmigiano$26.00
Grilled parmigiano-breaded chicken breast, rigatoni alla pomarola
Bistecca di Maiale$28.00
Grilled bone-in French-cut pork chop, red wine reduction, sauteed brussel sprouts, gorgonzola risotto
Bistecca di Angus Nero$34.00
Grilled bone-in rib eye chop, sautéed zucchini, roasted potatoes

What 588 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

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geeseherder
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Really good menu. Interesting choices and delicious food. Our server, Zuri, was outstanding, friendly, and engaging.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall1food1service2ambience1
The management changed, no longer the same restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2020
overall2food1service2ambience2
We used to love this restaurant. We even hosted a graduation party there last summer. We went there for another celebration dinner this week. They must have changed chefs. Our last meal was the worst we have had in Culver City. Very disappointing.
SS
SheilahS
Los Angeles
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my new favorite restaurant. The food is amazing and our waiter Cory is the best!!
G
Gini
Los Angeles
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was delicious! Happy that Chef cooks with less or no cream in dishes that may otherwise have. The Valentine evening Special soup was wonderful, as was the Gnocchi Special. In addition, I will certainly be ordering the Spaghetti Alla Carbonara again. Waiter, Corey, had an outstanding knowledge of menu items, and was quite impressive in helping us select a full bodied red which was a pleasure. We will be requesting his station upon our returns.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience4
It’s always disappointing to go to one of your favorite special-occasion restaurants and find out that it’s been bought out by a chain of restaurants. The food was...good, but not great. Much of what made AR Cucina special was their insistence on local specials and very fresh ingredients bought at the local farmers market. That specialness seemed to be gone, even before we got our food. Again, our food was fine for what it waa, but don’t expect the same AR Cucina if you haven’t been in a while. I heard it best tonight: if you want a fancy Olive Garden, then AR Cucina is for you.
CB
CarolB
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this place. The vibe is great and the food is even better.
N
Nini
Los Angeles
71 reviews
vip
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Beautiful atmosphere, great service and delicious food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Mexico City
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2020
overall2food1service4ambience4
Sadly and honestly I do feel bad for saying this but I could make better food at home. Very disappointing. Chicken was inedible, sauces bland, meatballs without meat, just not good.
CJ
CourtneyJ
Los Angeles
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2020
overall2food2service3ambience4
New owners, food is not the same as it used to be. Disappointed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’ve been here many times and always have a great experience. Have been here for both casual, family dinners as well as date nights. One of our go-to spots!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2020
overall2food1service3ambience2
Rather disappointed with the food. In particular the Fish special was extremely dry. Drinks took a really long time and were just ok when they arrived. Server was nice but we were ignored for stretches of time. He seemed to have tables all over the restaurant so it was hard to flag him down. No fault of his. I’ve been here a few times and it was always fine but this might be my last try here, especially with all the new offerings in Culver. There are better places to spend your money.
j
joeyb
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Team lunch with a job candidate. We aimed to impress and AR Cucina nailed it!
A
Ace35
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 5, 2020
overall2food3service2ambience4
I had a reservation so when we arrived the hostess was very pleasant and welcoming. Once we were seating, server after server passed by our table without any acknowledgement. I had to ask one of the servers for our server to please come over to the table. We placed our orders, drinks and food came out fast but the bruschetta was salty. Both of our entree’s were very basic. I was expecting to be wowed especially with the prices but I we were both pretty disappointed. On top of that, there was a random server going from table to table to check on random tables that weren’t his. He did this throughout the evening and skipped over our table every time. The best thing we experienced we’re the drinks from the bar and our server was nice however she was not attentive at all. We won’t go back.
JH
JulieH
Los Angeles
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nye dinner. Met owner and she was friendly and took time to speak in Italian with our Italian out of town guest.
T
Tiff
Los Angeles
65 reviews
vip
5.0
65 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food. Sat on the outdoor patio in December and just perfect! Highly recommend the meatballs as a starter!
ES
EricS
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
the best food around steak cooked perfectly high recommendation
DM
DaveM
Los Angeles
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an extraordinarily fine evening, from appetizers to dinner to cocktails and wines. We went to celebrate a birthday with friends who are very selective foodies. Not one of us was disappointed, to the contrary, each of us was very impressed with AR Cucina.
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Bbobs1
Los Angeles
47 reviews
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience4
Was surprised to see the menu change. Missed some if what was there before. Staff seemed a bit confused and didn’t really know the menu. Will give it another try for happy hour
W
Westsidefoodie12
Los Angeles
46 reviews
vip
1.0
46 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall1food1service2ambience3
We have been to restaurant before and it was very good. This time the salad was undressed, the steak inedible with the heavy salt and indifferent vegetables. Also there was a 45 minute wait for our main course. My friends checked it out the next day and told me that the management and chef had changed in November. Well, the change was not for the better, and unless the food and service is addressed, the place will close. My wife ordered chicken picata which was not picata but a lump of chicken with heavy lemon. For a hundred bucks a couple, I certainly expect at least a good experience instead of a meh experience.
HB
HBNorm
Orange County
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent bone-in ribeye steaks! My daughter’s cheese pizza was yummy. Very attentive and accommodating staff. Great overall experience.
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jeffreyL
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
1.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2019
overall1food1service3ambience3
Apparently there is a new chef and our dinner was very disappointing, starting with the minuscule amount of bread and continuing through the appetizers and main courses.
KK
KeithK
Los Angeles
70 reviews
vip
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience3
Under new management and a new Chef but it’s even better than before.
KM
KMB23
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall2food1service4ambience4
Had high expectations - cute place but the food was not very good. Rubbery pasta and chicken. Good drinks though.
V
Viva
Los Angeles
49 reviews
vip
3.0
49 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2019
overall3food2service5ambience3
What happened to AR? When it first opened, the food was amazing. Not so much anymore. Missing the flavor in the pastas.
D
Deenab
New York Area
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall1food1service2ambience3
We ALWAYS LOVED AR Cucina until this weekend! It was one of our favorite restaurants! New management, new chef. New owners took over last week unbeknownst to us. FOOD VERY POORLY prepared. Changed menu-- limited, mostly meat (I don't eat red meat). Our favorite dishes (from appetizers, entrees, desserts)were taken off the menu. In past, pasta homemade--now it is bought pasta! Would not go back nor recommend.
TS
Tower24Swimmer
Los Angeles
20 reviews
vip
1.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall1food1service2ambience1
Be warned people!!!! This was a total disaster from start to finish! Waited 45 minutes and still had not gotten even the drinks we’d ordered!!!! The only time in my life that we’ve left a restaurant after ordering food! Unfortunately this was a special birthday dinner for six people - we had no way to know that the restaurant is no longer really AR Cucina- apparently new management just took over. Server was polite and apologetic but after getting NO appetizers, NO drinks (how hard can it be to make two martinis?!?!) and having to ask for more bread (which we were initially told we’d be charged for!!!!!) we were truly stymied as to what was going on with the bar or the kitchen! Wed never had any experience like this at AR in the past! No manager ever stopped by our table, no explanation as to what was the problem. Nada. This place used to be wonderful- we will not be back! Former AR patrons- be forewarned! Very sad!
AR CucinaResponded on November 11, 2019first and foremost we would like to apologize for your experience at AR Cucina. As mentioned, we are under new management as of Tuesday this week. It was a very quick transition on all ends, and we are actively trying to create a smooth dining experience for current and previous AR guest. We would like to invite you back 50% off a party of four to give you the experience you expected and deserved. please contact us via e-mail so we can make this right and give you the experience you deserve.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2019
overall3food2service5ambience2
Good was mediocre except for the pasta which was delucious
LE
LEwis
Los Angeles
97 reviews
vip
4.0
97 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience4
We went there before theater at the Kirk Douglas. We thought the menu was a bit understated and uninteresting, but we had salads and shared the lamb bolognese over polenta, which was excellent. The martinis were very good as well. We ended up pleasantly surprised.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
7 reviews
vip
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2019
overall3food2service5ambience3
The octopus was not good at all, the amateur level. The beans tasted from the cans and undercooked. The pork chop was overcook and nothing special. The polenta with ragu was good!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love this place!! Great food & service
JK
JenniferK
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Listen, I don’t want to make this place too popular with my review but holy macaroni salad the food here is incredible! They don’t have macaroni salad that’s just euphemism. I don’t know who they have in that kitchen but they sure know what they’re doing. Also the decor, the little touches like their initials in their ice cubes and the wooden deck outside that’s built around the tree was pretty. Our waitress was also very friendly and attentive but not intrusive.
SB
SaraB
Los Angeles
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
A nice place for lunch in Culver City. Not crowded. Not noisy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
145 reviews
vip
4.0
145 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Small portion sizes and pricey for what you get. Food was delicious and service was good. Outside patio was noisy but nice to sit there on a nice evening.
C
Crazymich
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Loved the vodka cream sauce!! The best and avocado salad was so refreshing, Yum!
s
skiptomylew
San Francisco
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had our anniversary dinner and our next door neighbor friends also were celebrating their anniversary too! We thought it would be great to have dinner together! It was a lovely dinner! Drinks were good and the food was delicious. The only part that was lacking was the peach crostata, which we thought was unusually strange as the food is usually fantastic. We still highly recommend AR Cucina!
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izsme1
Los Angeles
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2019
overall4food5service3ambience3
Nice clean space. Food was delicious....from the meatballs to sea bass.
C
Celery
Los Angeles
151 reviews
vip
5.0
151 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Meatballs !
R
Roger
Los Angeles
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great experience here. The food, atmosphere and service always bring us back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New England
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Both the service and the food were fantastic in the wine recommendation was perfect

FAQs

AR Cucina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 558-8800.

AR Cucina is rated 4.3 stars by 588 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(310) 558-8800

Additional information

Cross street
Watseka
Neighborhood
Culver City
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Two parking lots are located 1/2 block east and 1/2 west of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Gabriella Torelli
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.arcucina.com/
Phone number
(310) 558-8800
Catering
Have your favorite AR Cucina dishes for your next event. Whether a plated lunch, dinner buffet or cocktail reception, our experienced team will assist in putting together the menu that will fit your needs best. Our list of hand crafted cocktails and infused spirits are also available at your next event! http://www.arcucina.com/corporate-catering/
Private party facilities
From an intimate evening with friends, to a dinner party on our patio ... Our restaurant is available for full buy-out to keep your event private for just you and your guests. Let us be a part of your next celebration!
Private party contact
Alan Schulman or Rachel Rockwell: (877) 947-5888

AR Cucina

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Antipasti

Bruschetta$10.00

Caprese$12.00

Cavolini di Brussels Saltati con Pancetta$12.00

Fiori di Zucchini Fritti$14.00

Polpette al Forno con Mozzarella$16.00

Calamari Fritti alla Toscana$16.00

Gamberi alla Diavola$16.00

Tagliere Misto

Insalate

Giardino Semplice$10.00

Cesare$12.00

Casa Torelli$14.00

Mista di Mare$18.00

Pizze alla Toscana

Formaggio$12.00

Margherita$12.00

Funghi$12.00

Pepperoni$14.00

Capricciosa$16.00

Pasta / Lasagna / Risotto

Rigatoni alla Pomarola$14.00

Rigatoni alla Nonna$14.00

Rigatoni al Ragu' Bolognese$16.00

Spaghetti con Polpette al Sugo$16.00

Spaghetti Amatriciana$14.00

Spaghetti alla Carbonara$14.00

Linguini alla Vongole$18.00

Linguini alla Carbonara di Mare$22.00

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina$16.00

Gnocchi con Ragu' Bolognese e Ricotta$18.00

Ravioli ai Funghi con Sugo di Tartufo$18.00

Tortellini al Pesto$16.00

Tortellini al Burro, Salvia e Pancetta$16.00

Lasagna Bolognese con Besciamella$22.00

Risotto ai Funghi Porcini$20.00

Risotto ai Frutti di Mare$24.00

Pesce / Pollo / Carne

Pesce Fresco alla Griglia$26.00

Pollo Picatta$24.00

Pollo Parmigiano$26.00

Bistecca di Maiale$28.00

Bistecca di Angus Nero$34.00

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