Cucina South

Name: Cucina South
Address: 4828 First Coast Highway #1, Fernandina Beach, FL, United States, 32034
Telephone: (904) 432-7920
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1565 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Every once in a while you meet a group of people that you want to spend a little more time with. Welcome to Cucina South! Years of experience culminated with a passion for Italian food and a love for people and our community. Try our signature Italian dishes and check out our exclusively curated Italian Wine List & Vast Craft Beer Selection.

Please specify on OpenTable when making a reservation if you'd like outside seating under 'Special Guest Requests' or call us at (904)-432-7920 to ensure your outdoor seating.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 21, 2022

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Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(904) 432-7920

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Bistro
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Thu–Sun 5:15 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(904) 432-7920
Website
http://www.cucinasouth.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
William Badore
Private party facilities
We can comfortably seat large parties of 5 to 46 guests. Parties of 5 or more are sat in our upstairs dining room which has stair access only. If anyone in your party has a challenge with getting up and down stairs please call 904.432.7920. Please leave a cell phone number when making your reservation as we do confirm all parties of 5 or more, via phone, the day of the reservations. Cucina South would be pleased to accommodate your friends, family, and loved ones to a personal dining experience unlike no other on Amelia Island, contact our Event Coordinator, Karly seyda for more information. karlyseyda@yahoo.com, 904-861-4577. We hope our guests understand that reserved tables may be void if parties do not arrive within 15 minutes of reservation time without notification.
Private party contact
Karly Seyda : (904) 861-4577

Location
4828 First Coast Highway #1 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Neighborhood
Fernandina Beach
Cross street
Manucy
Parking details
Additional Parking behind the Plantation Shops
Public transit
We're located on the North end of Palmetto Walk, past Harris Teeter and the closest on the left!
Entertainment
None
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Margherita**$14.00
Sliced Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Whole Milk Mozzarella, Olive Oil, Red Sauce
Calabrese$14.00
Sliced Pepperoni, Hot Italian Sausage, Prosciutto, Caramelized Onions, Parmesan, Red Sauce
Fruiti di Mare$15.00
Cured Salmon, Shrimp, Capers, Arugula, Shredded Mozzarella, White Sauce, Garnished with Lemon Wedges

Insalata

Spinach Salad* **$7.00
Gorgonzola Cheese, Almonds, Shredded Carrots, Raspberry Vinaigrette, Bacon Crumbles
Butter Lettuce* **$6.00
Parma Ham, Walnuts, Feta Cheese, Champagne Vinaigrette
Caesar* **$6.00
Fresh Romaine, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, Tossed in our own Caesar Dressing
Caprese* **$14.00
Mozzarella, Tomato, Fresh Basil, Arugula, Balsamic Reduction, Kalamata Olives, Oregano

Al Forno

P.E.I. Mussels & Italian Sausage*$16.00
Sambuca-Pomodoro Sauce, Red Chili Flakes, Fresh Tomatoes, Feta Cheese, Grilled Ciabatta
Stuffed Roasted Red Peppers$15.00
Goat Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Fresh Basil, Pine Nuts & Garnished with Breadcrumbs

Contorni

Creamy Polenta*$8.00
Served with Marsala-Reduced Wild Mushrooms, Pecorino Romano and Chianti Demi
Vegetable Medley* **$10.00
A Rotating Chef's Choice Selection of Our Fresh Vegetables
Polpetta$10.00
House Angus Beef Meatball, Creamy Polenta Marinara, Parmesan

Entrata

Osso Buco*$29.00
Creamy Polenta with Pecorino Romano, Gremolata, Chianti Demi
Linguine & Littleneck Clams*$24.00
Choice of White Wine Butter Broth with Garlic, or House Marinara, Served with Ciabatta Bread
Basil Salmon*$28.00
Freshly-Made Orzo Salad, Fresh Tomatoes, Capers, Spinach, Remoulade Cream Sauce, Basil Oil
Shrimp Fra Diavola (Picante)*$27.00
Sautéed Shrimp, Hot Italian Sausage, Red Chili Flake, Parmesan, Marinara, Served over Angel Hair Pasta
Chicken Parmesan$24.00
Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast Baked with Mozzarella, Served over Spaghetti & Marinara
Spaghetti & Meatballs$13.00
House Angus Beef Meatballs, Topped with House Marinara & Parmesan
Pasta & Marinara* **$10.00
Choice of Spaghetti, Angel Hair, Linguine, Fettuccini, Topped with House Marinara & Parmesan
Fettuccini Alfredo*$12.00
House-Made Alfredo Cream Sauce, Garnished with Parmesan & Parsley
Angel Hair Freshness* **$10.00
Angel Hair Pasta Topped with Sautéed Fresh Tomatoes with Garlic and Basil Oil
Shrimp Scampi*$27.00
Sautéed Shrimp & Fettuccini Tossed in a Creamy Lemon Garlic Sauce with Baby Spinach and Fresh Tomatoes
Pan Seared Scallops*$32.00
Bacon & Brussel Sprout Risotto, Sweet Pea Purée, Garnished with an Arugula Salad Tossed in a Citrus Vinaigrette
Veal Saltimbocca$28.00
Baked with Mozzarella, Prosciutto & Sage Served over Milanese Risotto with Peas & A Creamy Mushroom Marsala Sauce
Braised Beef Short Ribs*$27.00
Roasted Red Potatoes, Brussel Sprouts, Carrots, Cipollini Onions, Chianti Demi, Fried Shallots, Pecorino Romano

What 1,565 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Jacksonville / Northeast Florida
Notable Wine List
Amelia Island
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Value
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Fit for Foodies
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Notable Wine List
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DeltaFoodie
New Orleans
51 reviews
vip
2.0
51 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall2food2service5ambience1
Katie was great, service was great. Ambiance lacking…dark, tired decor. We can’t understand the great reviews on the food. Pasta was overdone and sticking together. Far too much marinara on one dish. The only place on the island that the shrimp was not fresh…also very salty and not sweet as we have experienced everywhere here. Caprese salad had sliced mozzarella not Buffalo mozzarella. Very disappointing. The restaurant does not deserve the higher ratings in our opinion
B
Bookie552
Little Rock
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience4
Friendly but not intrusive
KS
KStairs
Jacksonville
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite restaurant. The fresh catch is always great! Food and service is consistently excellent. Definitely make a reservation.
E
Eliot
Philadelphia
38 reviews
vip
4.0
38 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Excellent Osso Buco and pasta dishes. Friendly, knowledgeable service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Authentic freshly prepared delicious Italian dinner . My husband and I both had specials , He Mahi Mahi and I Veal Parmesan , Both delicious . From the bread and oil when seated , Creamy polenta then ending with the Chef's homemade almond cake . The entire staff that all worked together were very friendly and pleasant . An incredible dining experience . Thank you , Robert and Marybeth
ST
StephanieT
Indiana
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner experience with outstanding service! The food was exceptional and the ambiance warm and inviting. Highly recommend!
KC
KCFore
Houston
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very attentive service with a great selection of starters and mains. First time we tried this restaurant but will go back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I chose this location for a date after a recommendation from a colleague who dines here semi-regularly. We started with salads, a Caesar and Butter Lettuce. Both were portioned well and fresh. I had the Osso Buca, while my date had the Linguine and Clams. All of our food was delicious. An excellent dining experience, from the food to the service. Next time we’ll have to save time for dessert!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Cathy was attentive and friendly. The ambiance was very nice. I had the Osso buco and my wife had seared scallops, we both absolutely loved our meals. Cucina is definitely going to be a date night favorite. I highly recommend this restaurant.
KF
KathyF
Columbus
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Extended family get together. Delicious food, great service, comfortable quiet setting. Highly recommend!
AC
AttyCGA
Cincinnati
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on May 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
As always, delicious food, great service and lovely atmosphere.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall4food3service4ambience4
Some of the dishes had the protein over cooked. The sausage was almost crispy and dried out to which the flavors were gone. The shrimp was also overcooked but not as bad. On the positive side the flavors of the dishes were spot on. Once the get the timing down it has great potential. Good sauces with flavors to match. Need a cook that would do the plan justice.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We stop here twice a year
FF
FrankF
Charleston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience1
Service was terrible ,one server 9 tables ,24 diners….noise level worse ,couldn’t hear the person next to me speaking ,waited 15 minutes for server ,15 minutes for cocktail ,had to ask if dinner was almost ready…very disappointing,went out of my way from OMNI to travel there….overall very disappointing..
MB
MaryB
Jacksonville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Cucina South is our favorite neighborhood restaurant. The food is fresh and delicious, and the service is excellent.
T
Tsunami
Atlanta
98 reviews
vip
3.0
98 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience4
We ordered a California Charadonnay. They were out of it. Only other chardonnay was Italian, which we don't drink. Support our country. The restaurant was way too cold. I can not stand to be cold and have dinner. We left as soon as our dinner was done and paid for. Won't go back. My salmon was fishy.
MD
MichelleD
Anchorage
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Wonderful dinner. Food was excellent especially bruschetta appetizer, gnocchi and linguine with clams. Great service and wine list. Definitely make a reservation.
DN
DwightN
Atlanta
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall3food4service2ambience4
We have been to this resturant several times before. Service was always exceptional. What happened Sat. night? We waited over an hour for our meals to arrive after ordering. When we flagged down a waitress and asked about when we might expect our food she did apologize and offered us complimentary desserts for our wait. She said the chef said our food was coming out in about 3 more minutes. 15 min later we did receive our food. Food was delicious and almost worth the wait. I hope they correct whatever problem they are having in the kitchen as this is one of our favorite restaurants on Amelia Island.
KS
KStairs
Jacksonville
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Osso Buco is my favorite dish of all time, from anywhere. My husband loved his Cioppino- perfect amount of spice and the seafood was very fresh. The service at this restaurant is top tier. From the moment you walk in the entire staff makes you feel like you are the only guests there. Very personal and friendly without being intrusive. This restaurant is a gem- make reservations in advance because they get booked up quickly.
LA
LAFats
Atlanta
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience3
Very good Italian food with even better, on the spot, knowledgeable and friendly service. However, the decor, at least on the first floor, is in need of a visit by Robert Irvine. Hopefully with enough post-COVID time and business some updating can be done. In the meantime, the food and service will keep us coming back.
PS
PreppySue
New England
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
Fruit flies, hard to enjoy a meal when they’re all around you. They have an adorable pizza oven that would add to the ambience of it were in use. Food was fine, maybe we’re just accustomed to better Italian food. Service was attentive.
PT
PatT
Pittsburgh
2 reviews
vip
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience2
Poor service, 45 minute wait for entree.
TG
ToughGrader
Orlando
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
A tiny little place that delivers great service and really good food. Stalker Pinot Noir was delicious. Calamari appetizer was good. Caesar salads were fresh and dressing was notably tasty. Shrimp and Grits and Shrimp Fra Diavolo were both outstanding. Sausage in the Fra Diavolo was on the salty side, but overall the flavors balanced nicely. Blueberry cheesecake for desert capped off a very enjoyable meal.
AM
AmyM
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Delicious meal with really good service. We would definitely go back.
m
mikej
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
we havent been for about 6 months and brought some friends and we were all disappointed with the food and slow service. the salads(panzanela and spinach) were very mushy and not enjoyable. the chicken carbonera didnt taste good, and was very dry chicken. gnocci pesto was mushy, not cooked well, and linguini and clams was average. certainly the poorest meal we have had in over 10 times eating there.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always. Great dining experience
KB
KellyB
Atlanta
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved this restaurant! The food was amazing and our server, Katie, was excellent and made wonderful recommendations! We will make this a permanent stop every time we are in town!
BB
BethB
Philadelphia
10 reviews
vip
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience3
Love this place have been here several times. Our salads were inundated with dressing, could barely eat. My husbands shrimp in his fettuccine were sooooo salty! Looked forward to my chicken carbonara and it was not like it used to be. Veal parm was good fish was good but no flavor.
P
Pchee72
Jacksonville
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Just the best staff!! Best food!! Best service!! Thank you, Katie!!
J
Jennifer
Detroit
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food. Great gluten free selection and excellent service!!
JR
JudyRunsforFood
Detroit
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding! Food was delicious, very good service, atmosphere was comfortable, little romantic-very nice. Can't wait to go back!
w
wynnanddannette
Western NC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The available wine was great. Food quality as good as it gets. Wait staff attentive when appropriate---great training--which makes the evening perfect. Noise was energetic just because of one load lady across the room--it was great --she made us laugh. A great time!
VS
ValerieS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were visiting for our Anniversary and everything was FANTASTIC! The Manager was on point the whole time, along with our server Marshall. The venue was quaint, smaller, and very intimate. My husband ordered the fish special and I had the Chicken Carbonara. We also enjoyed the Bruschetta appetizer and their house bread and herb/oil for dipping. We will be back to try more things from the menu, as the food was VERY delicious!
MS
MichaelS
Tampa
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Our first time to Amelia Island. This was the restaurant I chose to make reservations for weeks ahead of time. The food was very good. My only recommendation would be that for the Chicken Parmesan, there was very little mozzarella on top. That's what makes the dish! So I was a little disappointed on that. But otherwise, the food was great. It's a small restaurant with only about 8-10 tables upstairs (where we were) and about a half dozen or so downstairs with some extra patio seating outside. That wasn't being used this time because it was cool and rainy, so that limited them on the seating. The upstairs is rather small, so it does get loud with so many people talking and having a good time. Overall, a great choice and should we ever get back to Amelia Island again, I would eat there once again.
VJ
ValerieJ
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We finally got a reservation for this restaurant and it lived up to the expectations. The restaurant is in an old house converted to restaurant and the atmosphere is classy casual. Our server, Warren I believe his name was, was very good and the bartender served us drinks and was very professional in explaining wines. The food was delicious and I really appreciate all of the gluten free options. Can’t wait to come back!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and absolutely delicious food! Highly recommend getting dessert, too!
J
Jack
Chicago
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We had truly excellent meals at Cucina South this week. Our appetizers (Tuscan soup and a Caesars Salad) were both great. But the entrees were remarkable. My wife's carbonara and my chicken florentine ravioli reminded us of our visits to Italy. Very authentic and remarkably tasty. Service was very strong and attentive. It had been months since we last dined here and were thrilled by the new "spring menu". Overall, the restaurant remains strong...and appears to be hitting a new high peak.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience1
Probably won’t return.
TL
TonyL
Jacksonville
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Our reservations were timely. Seated within 10 min. of our reserved time. Menu was varied with a good variety. Food was very good but the service was excellent. The young lady we had was extremely knowledgeable, polite and engaging. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and the experience. We'll be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Atlanta
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall3food5service4ambience4
Good food! Off-putting experience checking in but I’m glad we pushed through! Carbonara was delicious and portion HUGE.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Cucina South offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (904) 432-7920.

Cucina South is rated 4.6 stars by 1565 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 21, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(904) 432-7920

4828 First Coast Highway #1 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

Additional information

Cross street
Manucy
Neighborhood
Fernandina Beach
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Thu–Sun 5:15 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Bistro
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Additional Parking behind the Plantation Shops
Public transit
We're located on the North end of Palmetto Walk, past Harris Teeter and the closest on the left!
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
William Badore
Entertainment
None
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cucinasouth.com/
Phone number
(904) 432-7920
Private party facilities
We can comfortably seat large parties of 5 to 46 guests. Parties of 5 or more are sat in our upstairs dining room which has stair access only. If anyone in your party has a challenge with getting up and down stairs please call 904.432.7920. Please leave a cell phone number when making your reservation as we do confirm all parties of 5 or more, via phone, the day of the reservations. Cucina South would be pleased to accommodate your friends, family, and loved ones to a personal dining experience unlike no other on Amelia Island, contact our Event Coordinator, Karly seyda for more information. karlyseyda@yahoo.com, 904-861-4577. We hope our guests understand that reserved tables may be void if parties do not arrive within 15 minutes of reservation time without notification.
Private party contact
Karly Seyda : (904) 861-4577

Cucina South

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Spaghetti &amp Meatballs

Shrimp Scampi

Osso Buco

Flatbreads

Margherita**$14.00

Calabrese$14.00

Fruiti di Mare$15.00

Insalata

Spinach Salad* **$7.00

Butter Lettuce* **$6.00

Caesar* **$6.00

Caprese* **$14.00

Al Forno

P.E.I. Mussels & Italian Sausage*$16.00

Stuffed Roasted Red Peppers$15.00

Contorni

Creamy Polenta*$8.00

Vegetable Medley* **$10.00

Polpetta$10.00

Entrata

Osso Buco*$29.00

Linguine & Littleneck Clams*$24.00

Basil Salmon*$28.00

Shrimp Fra Diavola (Picante)*$27.00

Chicken Parmesan$24.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs$13.00

Pasta & Marinara* **$10.00

Fettuccini Alfredo*$12.00

Angel Hair Freshness* **$10.00

Shrimp Scampi*$27.00

Pan Seared Scallops*$32.00

Veal Saltimbocca$28.00

Braised Beef Short Ribs*$27.00

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