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Cucciolo Osteria, Durham, NC

Cucciolo Osteria

4.7
4.7
1310 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Cousins Jimmy and Julian Kim welcome you to Cucciolo Osteria Durham! A sister restaurant to the original Cucciolo Osteria in Seoul, Korea, offering modern Italian cuisine with a twist.

We are located in the same building as the Amtrak train station, just opposite side, next to West End Wine Bar.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 44 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (984) 243-8744

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Jimmy Kim

  • Private party facilities

    Our private dining room is due to open soon! For inquiries, please contact us via email at info@cucciolodurham.com or via phone at 984-243-8744

  • Neighborhood

    Durham

  • Cross street

    601 W Main St.

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,310 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Italian

  • Durham

    Great for fine wines

  • Durham

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious! Great ambiance and smart, friendly server. What more could you want?
  2. MadelineB

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our food and our server. The appetizers, the Carbonara, and the Sostanza chicken were fantastic. We also loved thr pistachio gelato. The only thing I would change is the QR menus — I wished they had paper menus. But, we enjoyed our experience overall!
  3. Daisyh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love cucciolo! Amazing food and excellent service.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fabulous excellent dinner before the John Mellencamp show at DPAC (walkable distance!)! The food was superb, the wine list has a good variety, the background music added to the ambience without being too loud. Though it was very busy, we had no problem hearing each other and the conversations from other tables was like white noise. Our server - think her name was Maggie - gave exactly the right amount of attention, spot on recommendations and a nice bit of friendliness. If I could give it 10 stars, I would!
  5. T2Nu

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    By far my favorite restaurant in NC. The White Ragu may be the best pasta dish I have ever eaten.
  6. FirstTimer

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Terrific food and service. Great gluten free options as well.
  7. AnnaL

    Raleigh

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Service was good, ambiance was fine but the food was very disappointing. Our appetizer portion (burata) was very small, and unsalted. The house salad was way too acidic and the ‘bone-in’ pork chop came sliced (!) and overcooked. The only redeeming dish was the pasta (vongole) which was al dente and well seasoned but had only a few small clams. Super disappointing. And expensive. Will not be back.
  8. BrunchGoat

    Raleigh

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Drinks appetizers and entrees were delicious as always. They now have outdoor seating for warmer weather.
  9. M3r1

    Raleigh

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ordered two salads and 5 dishes for our table of four to share family style. Food and service was outstanding!!
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience4
    The food was amazing. There didn’t seem to be enough staff and the hostess was horrible.
  11. YobairaG

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Courtney hostess and Mo our waiter were so accommodating. My little child has allergies to dairy and eggs the chef was able to accommodate. Now the food was superb. I would recommend everything from the menu. The service was awesome! I couldn’t recommend this restaurant enough. We are actually taking are in laws for their wedding anniversary. We are looking forward to going again.
  12. flevy

    New England

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    A little pricey but the best linguine carbonara I've ever had. Some of the other pastas are not up to that standard.
  13. EWH816

    Tampa

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This wonderful gem was recommended by a friend and it could not have been more enjoyable. The restaurant is so warm and inviting - we dined at the bar and had wonderful service. The drinks were crafted beautifully and the wine list is impressive. The food was exceptional! There were no disappointments and we will definitely return.
  14. Twm3823

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food, the pasta with vongole was quite spicy - I enjoyed it but not everyone would. Disappointed that no bread was served with the meal...bread option not even on the menu as far as I could tell.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great gluten free options! The gf pasta is available in linguine and penne and it tastes just like regular pasta. The service was great as well!
  16. ElanaM

    San Antonio

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is about a ten to twelve minute walk from DPAC Appetizer was excellent (Burrata)homemade ricotta with fresh tomatoes and spices! Waitress recommended Lemon Tagliatelle and it did not disappoint. I will definitely return to try some of the other dishes! Didn’t have room for dessert, portions were perfect.
  17. JimB

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    All dishes were really good except the carbonara. It was not good. We had the dish many times in the past and all times were fantastic, but this time - not good.
  18. JeannetteR

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good service, good flavor, parking available.
  19. JessA

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Some of the best Italian food in Durham, and always great service.
  20. WilliamC

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome place! Was in town meeting and old friend and would definitely go again!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one of the best Italian restaurants I’ve been to!
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I really don’t see a reason to go to other restaurants…food and Service is always outstanding! I enjoy cooking and my friends and family always love what I make …this is the only place where the food is better than I make myself.
  23. VicT

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious! Came to celebrate my daughter’s birthday. She has gluten and dairy sensitivity and plenty of options available for her. She had the truffle tajarin and raved about it. Our server, Emily, was delightful. Service was top notch. The beet salad was amazing. Can’t wait to return!
  24. LorieB

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Heading to the theater that night with best friend.
  25. Robin

    Raleigh

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great - service and food. We loved Emmy and her recommendations were helpful. Food was so tasty…we ate too much! Will go back again and again.
  26. MichelleG

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food, excellent service, nice bar, good outdoor seating
  27. Laur

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Friendly service, the drinks, bruschetta, chicken and steak were delicious.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Visiting my daughter at Duke
  29. EduardoC

    Wilmington

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the flavor of the creamed mushroom antipasti and the linguini a la carbonara. The portions were perfect size.
  30. Brenda

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. My husband really loved the beet salad. My favorite was the buttery chicken.
  31. Rick58

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A repeat fave for nights out in Durham. Try the burrata bruschetta. It is hard to describe just how delicious it is.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite restaurants- we love the food and the service and the vibe.
  33. MatthewS

    Charlotte

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this spot great food, service in a great setting
  34. Miriam

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    The staff kindly accommodated our request for a table when a last minute visitor came for dinner. The food was delicious, a nice selection of both mains and appetizers. It took a while to get our mains, that was our only complaint, but we were also there on their busiest day of the week, Monday. Overall, we will happily return.
  35. MadelineB

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We loved our meal. The food is always excellent, especially the chicken and bruschetta.
  36. LorieW

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best dinner we’ve had in a long time! Service was great!
  37. GeorgeD

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very pleasant experience . Recommend it to my family and friends
  38. RobertS

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time at Cucciolo Osteria and I was very pleased. All the staff were engaging, pleasant, helpful and customer-oriented. In fact, I would say the two big reasons to go to Cucciolo Osteria are: the food and the experience. The food is well-made and follows authentic Italian cuisine that you'd get in a decent Italian restaurant in Italy; that is, food based upon proven traditions. Italians insist on well-made food, even if it is simple. They also appreciate traditional recipes that evolve. You will find this at Cucciolo. The experience is customer-oriented - the staff are prompt, helpful and knowledgeable. The menu allows for options including gluten-free pasta. Our wait person was able to make a slight change in the amount of cheese in a dish. A very pleasant experience, and one worth repeating.
  39. PCook

    Raleigh

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Noise level allowed for table conversation.
  40. VirginiaFoodie

    Atlanta Metro

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This is our favorite, go-to restaurant whenever we are in the Durham area. Good wines, good food. Gets a little noisy when it is busy, but then every good restaurant does. I would love to see some murals in certain places - something Italian, particularly very sterile nook right behind the entry way where they have the table for larger parties.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Cucciolo Osteria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (984) 243-8744.

Cucciolo Osteria is rated 4.7 stars by 1310 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 44 times today
Google Map for Cucciolo Osteria

601 W Main St. Suite C, Durham, NC 27701

Additional information

  • Cross street

    601 W Main St.

  • Neighborhood

    Durham

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Jimmy Kim

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (984) 243-8744

  • Private party facilities

    Our private dining room is due to open soon! For inquiries, please contact us via email at info@cucciolodurham.com or via phone at 984-243-8744

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