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Candela Cucina, New Bedford, MA

Candela Cucina

4.7 (328)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian
72 N Water St, New Bedford, MA 02740-6264

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Candela Cucina is an upscale Italian restaurant from Servedwell Hospitality in the historic Candleworks building. Candela Cucina is not just another Italian American restaurant, Candela is an authentic Italian restaurant. Candela’s menu ranges from classic Italian dishes to innovative contemporary creations, all crafted with the finest ingredients.

This new concept from Servedwell Hospitality is in partnership with Peter Biondi. Pete has opened other Servedwell concepts and has worked at several NYC Michelin-starred restaurants. The menu is crafted and overseen by Chef Josh Riazi. Josh has been overseeing all Servedwell’s culinary development and operations since 2018. Josh has worked in several highly acclaimed restaurants; most notably, Josh was Executive Chef at Al Forno in Providence, RI. Josh is assisted by Chef Joe Melo, a Servedwell alum, who will oversee daily culinary operations at Candela.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Italian, Regional Italian (Sardinia)
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (774) 510-7901
  • Website
    https://www.candelacucina.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jose Melo
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    72 N Water St, New Bedford, MA 02740-6264
  • Neighborhood
    New Bedford
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Brunch Buffet

    Multiple dates available
    Brunch Buffet at Candela! EVERY SUNDAY 10:30–2 PM ADULTS $30, KIDS $12 (12 AND UNDER) Buffet offerings include an array of sweet and savory dishes, as well as a bloody mary bar and mimosa tower. Sample Menu: Scrambled Eggs Made to Order Omelettes French Toast Bacon Assorted Housemade Muffins Fresh Fruit House Salad Whipped Ricotta, Honey, Pears Rosemary Focaccia Meatballs Sautéed Green Beans Crispy Home Fries Mac and Cheese Salmon Piccatta Chicken Parmesan Lamb Ragu Cheese Tortellini, Pink Vodka Sauce Italian Prime Rib Carving Station Assorted Cannoli Passion Fruit Pannacotta Tiramisu Raspberry Bread Pudding Chocolate Mousse Cheesecake Tart Chocolate Fountain Assorted Juices (included) Coffee & Tea (included)
    Sunday Brunch Buffet Photo

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What 328 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Boston Metro South

    Best Ambiance

  • Boston Metro South

    Great for fine wines

  • Boston Metro South

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Candela Cucina offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "whipped ricotta" and "pistachio ice cream," while the "vodka sauce" is a standout. The atmosphere combines charm with comfort, and attentive staff ensure a "wonderful experience," making it a popular choice for special occasions.
328 Reviews

  1. Mark VIP

    New Orleans / Louisiana34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Weeknight dinner with friends. Food was fantastic. Our server was great!

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  2. Daniel

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Brittany was outstanding! We will ask for her on our next visit. Food as always was great.

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  3. susan VIP

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for their Sunday brunch and were very happy. They had a large variety of foods and all was delicious. We will be coming back for sure.

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  4. Claudette VIP

    Greater Boston20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the Sunday brunch buffet on Father’s Day. Excellent service, nice variety of buffet choices, good quality of food. Price was not unreasonable. Would definitely recommend.

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  5. Deborah

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We were anxious to experience this newest Servedwell restaurant and have heard wonderful things about it. We had a reservation and were seated very close to our time. We, unfortunately, had a wobbly table that could not be fixed in spite of the staff being very attentive to the problem. We had perhaps the best Pasta fagioli I’ve ever had and the complimentary bread was delicious. My Chicken Parmesan was very good, but my husband’s Lasagne was way too heavy and now he does not want to return, which is a shame. The service was excellent and the atmosphere quite good, so I hope, in time, we will be back.

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  6. ClaudineC VIP

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful scratch-made, authentic Italian food. Fresh pasta and seasonsl specials. It’s so beautiful inside and on the patio. ,

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  7. Kathleen VIP

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Candela Cucina is an incredible restaurant. The food is exceptional, the restaurant is bright and appealing and the service outstanding. I always request our favorite waitperson, Ray. He is accomodating, friendly and constantly there for your every need. Candela Cucina is my absolute favorite restaurant to dine!

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  8. DONNA

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely decor. Excellent food & service! Highly recommended and will be back soon!

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  9. Lori VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our fourth time here ! The repeat loves are the Swordfish And The Pistachio Ice Cream . Today I tried the Hot Italian Sausage & Pasta Special and it was delicious ! We sat at a table for two in the inside patio and the tables were set apart just nicely .. service and food is always excellent. Can’t wait to come back and try new things!

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  10. Jamie VIP

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We started with truffle fried zucchini, and then had a Meatball Mikey and Grilled Salmon over Cacio e Pepe. Delicious as always

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FAQs

Candela Cucina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (774) 510-7901.

Candela Cucina is rated 4.7 stars by 328 OpenTable diners.

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

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  5. New Bedford

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 29 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Candela Cucina

72 N Water St, New Bedford, MA 02740-6264

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    New Bedford
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Italian, Regional Italian (Sardinia)
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jose Melo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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