The meal was good but definitely not as good as I remember when I went years ago. The salad had very little dressing and wasn't very impressive. Lettuce, a couple of tomatoes, some almonds, a few beans, and the portion wasn't very large. The meatball/polenta appetizer was good but not exceptional. The mushroom pizza was good but not exceptional.
Perhaps I've been spoiled by Point Loma Italian Restaurants, Cesarina, Old Venice and Pummaro have superior tasting dishes and food portions.

As always, Cuccina Urbana does not disappoint. We were very happy the restaurant reopened.

Incredible food and service! All of our meals were incredible. Would definitely recommend!

It bothered me that they added a 22% tip which you had to notice to decline. We would have paid about that much but don’t like being fooled into doing so.

Service was ok - long periods of time the server was MIA. Food used to be so good, maybe it was just an off night. Both pasta dishes lacked salt and seasoning. Wouldn’t be in a rush to go back.

Amazing as always! The drinks were fantastic and the service was top notch.

My only complaint was the temperature; I was freezing the entire time and we were sitting *inside!* I can’t imagine the poor tables outside.

We absolutely loved the restaurant. The food was top notch. Our server was amazing - he explained how the wine choosing works, explained the menu and was extremely attentive to our kids. We had a special occasion and it was treated just exactly the way we requested. Absolutely amazing place. Highly recommend.

I made a reservation here based off a friend’s recommendation and absolutely loved Cucina. The food was amazing, the wine was delicious, and the staff was absolutely wonderful. I’ll definitely be back whenever I’m in San Diego.

Always great at Cucina Urbana. The service was attentive and the food was delicious.

Ii was disappointed , the steak was over cooked and so were the sides of peppers and potatoes. The pasta was tough and not enough sauce to go with the meat .

Amazing food, great service!

It was our first time back since Covid. We’ve been going for 10 years now and it felt great to be back!

Great food, great service, great location!

Fantastic food and exceptional service. They have done a great job with their outside seating. It still felt secluded and lovely even thought we were out on the sidewalk.

Glad they are back! Great food, excellent service!

Food and service were spectacular. Even the outdoor eating was very enjoyable.

Lynn our server and her helper Greyson were fantastic. They were on top of everything, we brought our toddler whom is great at restaurants but has a time limit and the ladies were incredible at anticipating our needs. We had a great dinner in were in out before any major meltdowns!

I have been a happy customer before, but this time, the restaurant was closing, we didn’t feel welcome and they were putting away the outside tables so they left us eating alone in the sidewalk. If the restaurant needs to close they should take reservations at that time.

There was a pre-fixe menu but our service was still very slow despite not being very busy. 1st and 2nd courses were great, the 3rd course was unremarkable. Pretty expensive meal for poor service while sitting in a parklet in the sun. Probably won’t go back.

Easter dinner was just delightful

When I made reservations online, I was asked if I wanted indoor dining and I acknowledged that was what I wanted. When I arrived, I was directed outside and when I informed the hostess I requested indoors, I was told they were at capacity. The hostess never even told us if there was an opening indoors, she would offer us an indoor table. Not until the rest of our party arrived and discovered we were outside that we requested an indoor table. Fortunately, Jason, our server was immediately able to accommodate us. Other than the hostess not offering options, the rest of the dining experience was excellent.

The food was fantastic and the service was phenomenal.

Awesome food service etc

The food was wonderfully seasoned and perfectly cooked. We had a great Covid19 adjusted table with very attentive and capable wait staff.

Service and food were excellent, our server was especially friendly.

Everything about our experience was fantastic. Our server, Lynn, was great. The food and wine was delicious.

I have been dining here since they have opened and the dining area has gone through 2-3 remodels and always getting better.

Fabulous experience, our waitress Olivia gave us outstanding service.
They made the best outdoor space they can to utilize the space for Covid regulations.

I had the bronzino fish which was delicious thou I didn't like it paired with lentils, so I asked to substitute with their creamy polenta.

Thank you Cucina Urbana for your delicious food, excellent service and overall lovely dining experience.

Everything we love about this restaurant is back-even better with it’s beautiful re-designed interior that is fresh and fun. Fantastic meal, great, reasonably priced wine and impeccable service.

Food was ok. Shrimp was over cooked and pizza was ok. Great service from the servers though

Was a bit disappointed with this place. The food was not bad but not great. Service was good with the restaurant not being too busy. Unfortunately would not come back considering all other options.

Good food, everything is good. I like the fried zucchini, like everyone else.

One of our dishes came out cold. They took it back and had a new one out to us in minutes. Had a great experience .

This is my favorite restaurant. Pre-Covid I frequently went alone and sat at the bar, and I brought all of my out of town visitors here. This was my first time back since the fall Covid case increases and the state stay at home order.

It was a wonderful experience! The outdoor seating is nice and well built. The food was excellent as always. I can highly recommend the octopus app and the pappardelle with short ribs! The chocolate dessert (can’t recall the name) was terrific, and big enough to share. Yum! The bar staff and servers were excellent! They are well trained, friendly and attentive (but not overbearing). Just the right combination.

I can’t wait to eat indoors and enjoy the new atmosphere from their recent remodel. It looks great.

Anniversary dinner.
We arrived and they surprised us with some champagne and we ordered a wonderful three course dinner.

Lovely, gracious place to gather alfresco or in the fabulously decorated inside. Service was beyond great! Food and wine perfect.

They seem to be running a smaller menu, and I would say the food wasn’t as good as it used to be, but still enjoyable.

Had a wonderful dinner with Kevin our server for many many years. He makes the experience great

We had such a great night and Lynn was an excellent guide. Thank you.

For three of us, 2 apps, two entrees and 2 desserts was more than enough.

So happy to enjoy a night out at Cucina

I adore this place...lovely ambience albeit a little loud but that is Italy anyway! The squash blossoms were marvelous and my half chicken Fra Diavolo was fantastic....our server recommended wonderful wines...

Excellent service, beautiful remodel and good food.