Cucina Venti

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   Bala

   Central Coast

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall3food2service3ambience3

   Change of menu is not working. Need improvement of menu options.
   

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   Tebo1

   San Francisco

   29 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   29 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall3food5service3ambience4

   The food was tasty and staff who didn’t directly serve us were friendly. Our table service was beyond slow and unsatisfactory. Had to ask for basics like water and the icing was being told that the ice cream we never received was comped, side note it wasn’t received even after asking twice. We never mind spending $$ $$ and we tip well. don’t like that the tip was automatically added as it wasn’t earned tonight. Second note: the other tables near us appeared to receive great service and attention from their server.
   

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   VMiro

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Impeccable, service, beautiful food presentation, and the food is absolutely delicious.
   

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   JCon

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 28, 2023

   overall3food4service3ambience4

   We found the restaurant to be good quality but substantially overpriced
   

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   Mknmu

   Jacksonville

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 28, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delicious food! Definitely a splurge but we would do it again.
   

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   KimberlyF

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 27, 2023

   overall5food5service3ambience5

   Beautiful restaurant with food to match. We had to keep asking for water refills, but other than that, no issues. The food is amazing, delicious and beautifully presented. Must go for a romantic date!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco

   1 review

   vip
   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 27, 2023

   overall2food4service3ambience4

   $9 for an iced tea! $7.75 for a Diet Coke too. Cocktails started at $24. Warning!!! They had so much staff yet it took forever to get our check. Good was quite good but didn’t make up for how ridiculously expensive everything else was.
   

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   TaylorT

   San Diego

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 27, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   It was amazing!
   

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   Rkc14

   Cleveland

   9 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on May 26, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This was our first dinner date in the area since moving from the Midwest, and it didn’t disappoint at all! Martin was a wonderful server, and in fact this was some of the friendliest and more cordial staff we’ve ever dined with. Will certainly be returning for special occasions.
   

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    MichaelR

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    I used to go to Cucina Venti frequently before the pandemic. Upon returning recently I was a little surprised how much more expensive the meal options were. A pretty unassuming lunch for 4 people with no alcoholic beverages cost $350 (tip included). That just seemed more expensive than what I expected. The food was ok, I had the mushroom risotto with shaved truffles on top. It lacked flavor and was missing the truffle flavor despite truffle shavings being on top. The sizzling prawns were ok, but those too could have been more flavorful in my opinion. The service was good. People were attentive to our table and nice to us. We got our orders in a timely manner without feeling rushed. All and all, it was a miss for me. I don't expect I will return for company lunches in the future because I didn't feel the value was there.
    

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    Justareview

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5

    A hidden gem. Very beautiful decor. Great ambiance. Dont recommend the filet. Salmon was good as was the salad, zucchini cakes, calamari Sister got ill from the scallops Drinks are very pricey.
    

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    TraceyL

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Victor was AMAZING as our sever ! Had the best meal :)
    

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    PHofHP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    This was a special dinner for our 40th anniversary, and our first time at Cucina Venti. Our server was Martin, and he was terrific! We had the smoked salmon and caviar appetizer, which was outstanding. My wife and I both had scallops for our main course, and they were cooked to perfection. They came with small roasted potatoes and asparagus, and a sauce that included mushrooms and corn. The corn was an unusual touch, but blended perfectly. The wine list is pricey, but most are available by the glass so tasting is possible. Corkage is a high $40, so we did not bring our own bottle of wine. After tasting a couple of wines, we settled on a bottle of 2019 Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir and it was excellent. Martin surprised us with a serving of a wonderful chocolate cream cake, served on a dish with "Happy 40th Anniversary" written in chocolate sauce. My wife is not a chocolate eater, so ordered a creme brulee- which she found to be perfect. The food was absolutely great. The chairs inside were really comfortable, and Martin could not have been nicer or more helpful. It turned out that the first dish he ever sampled at Cucina Verdi before joining the staff was the scallops dish- so all 3 of us were able to rave about how good they are! Our only minor complaint was about the music playing on the speakers. A lot of it had an incessant and repetitive drum beat, which got annoying. We would have expected something like instrumental jazz music in an upscale restaurant like Cucina Venti. Overall, we were thoroughly happy with our evening at Cucina Verdi. It was pricey, but the quality of food and service were outstanding.
    

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    JamesV

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    Specifically, our server was friendly, informative, and welcoming.
    

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    JohnJ

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our experience was quite good after a puzzling start. The restaurant’s website showed a Mother’s Day Dinner with a prix fixe menu. Upon being seated, we were told by our server that she was surprised to find that information since that was the offering for the previous year and was not the menu for the evening. It is hard to imagine a company in the Silicon Valley, and this one in the shadow of the Google Campus, that does not keep its website up to date. In any event, the menu was diverse with choices that were ample and inviting. Our choices, which included Smoked Wild Scottish Salmon & Ossetra Caviar, Scallops, Fettuccine Pescatore, Tiramisu and Crème Brulee, were all delightful to look at and tasty to eat. Service was attentive and swift with the dishes arriving quickly. Pricey but worth it.
    

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    JudithS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely top rate experience a little more expensive but everybody and the setting are worth it! Very attentive servers.
    

    Cucina VentiResponded on May 18, 2023Thank you Judith so much for the wonderful review and outstanding ratings. We do hope that you will dine again soon. Sincerely, Christine
    

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    Kimberly

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    An amazing lunch for Mother's Day. We ordered 4 dishes for our party of 4; the Spanish octopus, the lamb chops, the short ribs, and a filet mignon with scallops subbed for the prawns. While there was a little issue with our filet coming out medium when we requested medium rare, the staff were happy to have a new filet made for us at a perfect medium rare. Every item tasted amazing and we felt like the atmosphere (we sat outside) was phenomenal. Our one issue was that we were not told beforehand by our server that we would be charged an automatic 20% gratuity. We didn't like that the option was taken away even though we would have happily given that much in tip for the service we received.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The ambiance and service are impeccable. The food is done to perfection. Never a disappointment when dining there.
    

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    gameboypaul4money

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was really good, and we had a great time.
    

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    AlmaR

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Celebrated Graduation and the staff and waiter were Amazing. I would definitely recommend this restaurant the food was simply delicious.
    

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    Maor

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4

    Nothing was bad. But also, nothing stood out. Service was good, except for the auto added 20% gratuity. We were a party of 2, so adding that automatically was very presumptuous. After talking to our server, the manager removed it. We ended up tipping the same, but it was ours to give. not theirs to take.
    

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    LuisM

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    Excellent service and food. However, automatically adding the gratuity is very annoying.
    

    Cucina VentiResponded on May 8, 2023Thank you for having dined at our establishment and for taking the time to place this review. Best wishes, Christine General Manager
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Wonderful food, service and ambiance. Recommend the octopus salad. It was crispy with perfect char, juicy on the inside and dressing delicious.
    

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    AmandaG

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    The outdoor patio was such a gorgeous arrangement. Food selections weren't traditional and boring. Phenomenal service
    

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    JamesV

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious food in a beautiful setting with a professional waitstaff. Our waiter Martin was friendly, attentive and provided everything we asked for. Our party of four started with well made cocktails and delicious appetizers (lamb meatballs and fried zucchini rounds). Our entrees were each prepared perfectly. (Filet Mignon, Salmon, Short Ribs and Lamb Chops). Extensive wine collection that found a perfect pairing for each of us. The entire team made our birthday celebration everything we hoped for.
    

    Cucina VentiResponded on May 8, 2023Thank you, James, so much for having dined at Cucina Venti and for the wonderful review. We do hope that you and your guests all return again very soon, Bets regards, Christine General Manager
    

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    LoriP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5

    Overall wonderful evening. Disliked the fact that they include the gratuity amount on the check especially since we were only two dining, not a large group. We both thought the cost of the drinks was a bit ridiculous. A diet coke for $8 (usually $3), a bottle of still water for $12 (usually $6), Cosmo for $20 (usually $14 - $16) The craft drink was the only one on point $20.
    

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    The food and drinks were really good. Ambiance was beautiful and service was amazing!! It’s just a very expensive restaurant..
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Delicious meal overall. We had Sunday lunch out in the back patio which was relaxing. They have enough tableside heaters to keep all diners toasty. We had their smoked salmon bellinis with caviar, zucchini cakes, and both fettucini carbonara and oesto tortellini. Food was wonderful - absolutely no complaints.
    

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    BillS

    New England

    59 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5

    Outside area is very nice. Inside is nice but very loud when busy. Food is excellent. On the expensive side.
    

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    GailB

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent friendly service. Variety of good choices on menu. Surprised about high prices of food. Will definitely return for special occasions as this was on my birthday.
    

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    Fan2477

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Always a wonderful experience, fantastic cuisine, crafted cocktails and impeccable service!!
    

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    Steven

    Central Coast

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience4

    Dishes were good but not for the price. A mushroom Rissotto that is priced 45.00 should be mouthwatering but it was just average. Overall the restaurant was overpriced.
    

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    KarinaJ

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing service, beautiful atmosphere, tasty food. Love this place!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience5

    They mandated the gratuity for a table for 2 and printed on the receipt, before handing it over . It seems they have rated themself on the service . Never seen this . Will never visit again this rude and snobbish place .
    

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    marybianco

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love this place I’ll go back often if my wallet can afford it!
    

    Cucina VentiResponded on March 28, 2023Thank you marybianco for dining with us and for the fabulous review. We do hope that you come again soon. Best wishes, Christine GM
    

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    VidyaK

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Amazing staff and service! We had a beautiful evening. Martin was very professional . Thanks!
    

    Cucina VentiResponded on March 28, 2023Thank you VidyaK for the fabulous review and for choosing to dine at Cucina Venti. We do hope for you to dine again soon. Best wishes, Christine GM
    

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    Sarah

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wow, we had an absolutely wonderful experience at Cucina Venti restaurant! Everything was well-appointed, with great ambiance and well-dressed staff. This restaurant has a romantic and classy ambiance, such a treat to see restaurant go above and beyond. Fresh flowers on the table were very impressive. Our meals were delicious. The filet mignon and seafood pasta were out of this world. To top it off with Illy cappuccino and gelatos was the perfect way to end the night. It was a truly special evening. Thank you, Cucina Venti!
    

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    VeroMorenoDiaz

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I had a WONDERFUL experience at Cucina Venti. Truly remarkable service, decor, atmosphere, and Cuisine. This was my first time going to this restaurant and I had no expectations so I was incredibly surprised when I walked in. The personal was delightful! Truly a great place to grab lunch or dinner.
    

    Cucina VentiResponded on March 28, 2023Thank you VeroMorenoDiaz for dining with us and for the fabulous review. We do hope that you come again soon. Best wishes, Christine GM
    

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    Eleanor

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, great experience. Definitely recommend the lamb shank!
    

    Cucina VentiResponded on March 28, 2023Thank you Eleanor for the fabulous review and for choosing to dine at Cucina Venti. We do hope for you to dine again soon. Best wishes, Christine GM
    

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    DianaK

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our first time there and we loved it! Martin, our server was terrific - personable, helpful with menu and drink selections. Not overly attentive yet was there when we needed him. Wonderful ambience. We'll definitely return.
    

    Cucina VentiResponded on March 28, 2023Thank you Diana for dining with us and for the fabulous review. We do hope that you come again soon. Best wishes, Christine GM
    

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