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La Stanza Cucina Italiana

4.7
4.7
428 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
2020 We newly remodeled a warm and cozy Italian Sicilian restaurant we have two chefs owners in our kitchen preparing house made pasta and bread everyday please come and join us and taste our house made dishes. Angelo Cucco is from a small twon in Sicily and Miguel have ran a few kitchens in the peninsula come and let us make you feel a home

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 11 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 4:00 pm–8:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (650) 326-1314

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Angelo Cucco Miguel Prado

  • Catering

    We offer catering menu please call us or email us at lastanzacucina@gmail.com

  • Private party facilities

    We Offer a small private room please call for more information or email us lastanzacucina@gmail.com

  • Neighborhood

    Menlo Park

  • Cross street

    El Camino Real/ santa Cruz

  • Parking details

    Free big parking lot on side

  • Public transit

    Caltrain / Samtrans

  • Additional

    Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 428 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Best Value

  • Peninsula

    Neighborhood gem

  • Peninsula

    Italian

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  1. AnneE

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Really great cuisine at a vet reasonable price. The wait staff is also very friendly and accommodating. We will return again and again!

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  2. StevenP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Dinner was excellent. Full stop. Easily the best Italian Italian restaurant for miles around. Set off on an alleyway in Menlo Park, they have a handful of tables on the sidewalk and two small dining rooms. Prices very reasonable for the quality. They have a tomato jam that comes with the bread that is fabulous (we’ve ordered some to take home) and their tiramisu is to die for.

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  3. chris

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food4service3ambience1
    Ridiculously loud - too bad because the food is quite good.

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  4. Cecca

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely love this restaurant for the fresh ingredients used and the mouth watering menu! It’s no surprise that the chef is a Sicilian. Here the Arancini are made with saffron rice. These large, cheese and vegetable filled crispy rice balls are the best I have ever eaten! Yes, the main dining room can be rather noisy. I have eaten in that room, a very private room, and outside. (The heat lamps are very effective). Linen table cloths, friendly staff…5 stars!

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  5. RalphC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant! Good food. Outstanding service. Highly recommended.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nayeli and Danny are so caring and kind. The food is amazing.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went w our family of 4 on Sunday & it was packed! First time & very small restaurant but food was outstanding! From the beet salad, the arancini, tiger prawn pasta, bolognese & all the desserts were amazing including the affogato! I’d say better than Italy!! Will definitely be back!!! Make sure to reserve ahead of time as it gets packed.

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  8. JudithB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a lovely meal. The service was very prompt and attentive. We especially enjoyed the pear and cheese pasta pockets. Menu is mostly pasta dishes with a few mains. Wine by the glass was a bit pricey. Will go back.

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  9. LaurelF

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pasta is always cooked to perfection! Authentic flavors and good options for little kids.

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  10. DanC

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Food and service are excellent. However, the noise level is quite high.

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  11. Christine

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    All of us enjoyed our meals with a simple & fresh green salad, delicious raviolis with spinach & cheese, and apple tart. It was a great value for outstanding food. In addition, there are many choices on the menu.

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  12. anonymous

    San Francisco

    61 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Service was excellent with one plate split for dinner based on the conversation without us even being aware of it. The food was excellent as well. The staff was well organized with dishes coming out very promptly after the previous course was cleared. Highly recommended!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our second time dining there. We loved it again! Their pasta is so fresh it’s delicious. The servers were excellent and it was a great meal!

    1 person found this helpful

  14. DavinaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Service was AMAZING - food was incredible - all around a perfect dinner! Looking forward to returning with friends!

    1 person found this helpful

  15. PALocal

    San Francisco

    44 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    We were at the end table outside. The waters king of forgot about us, but they apologized and it wasn’t a big problem.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always consistent and friendly.

    1 person found this helpful

  17. NacoleB

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Delish as always. Staff was moving as fast as they could on the Saturday night of Mother’s Day weekend. Love coming here.

    1 person found this helpful

  18. RobertF

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another great meal at La Stanza -- this time an early celebration of Mother's Day. Service, food, and experience were all spectacular (again). I had the salmon special which was delicious and my wife tried another great item from the pasta menu. I strongly recommend this restaurant -- one of the best dining experiences and best food on the Peninsula.

    1 person found this helpful

  19. menlo

    Tahoe

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great small restaurant with fabulous pastas. The dip for the bread is even amazing.

    1 person found this helpful

  20. AndreasP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    La Stanza is always an absolute delight. We stuck with them all through Covid, and continue to sit outside under the heaters. We prefer outside, because it's always very quiet there. The tables are along a service street to the parking lot. So the ambience is not an interior garden. But there is barely ever a car. Prices have remained steady, which allows us to eat there most weekends. Very little staff turnover, which is a great sign in itself.

    1 person found this helpful

  21. foodiedrg

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Why should I let more people in on the secret? Ha! Seriously though, despite the nondescript location, the food and service here are really top notch. I recommend the gnocchi and the meatballs.

    1 person found this helpful

  22. flicka

    San Francisco

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We go out to eat frequently, and this was the most pleasant dining experience that we have had in a long time. We felt as if we were in a cozy neighborhood restaurant in Italy while enjoying excellent food served nicely and priced reasonably. We will return soon! By the way, the fiocchetti was divine and new to us; it is worth a return trip just to have that!!!

    1 person found this helpful

  23. elle

    San Francisco

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time coming here. We can't wait to return and try more of their dishes!

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  24. DLewisB

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I moved out of the Bay Area a year ago and came back to visit - my first stop was back to La Stanza, and happy to say it's as great as ever. Great food, welcoming environment, and impeccable service. It's an unassuming location - but a great find!

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  25. savvydiner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The Maiale al Brandy was delicious and very reasonably priced. The waiter was very nice. Their outdoor seating is just on the sidewalk and not especially pleasant, but that was our choice so definitely worth the good food.

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  26. blatt

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This place is a "gem"--a great find. Excellent food, service and creative "specials". The menu selections are heavily pasta dishes and all are excellent. Very accommodating service with both indoor and outdoor, heated seating. Meatball appetizer is great and sharable. Tends to be busy so make a reservation.

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  27. PennyS

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a great little neighborhood gem! The arancini is too good!

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  28. Douglas

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Main spaghetti dish lacked taste, but other dish was great. Noise level was high. Suggest going to the smaller room where it is quieter.

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  29. RobertF

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had ANOTHER great meal at La Stanza Cucina. In our most recent visit we were delighted by new offerings including an amazing Bruschetta appetizer and an Apple tort and ice cream dessert. Fabulous!

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  30. SharonS

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in Menlo Park – everyone is very friendly, it’s true Italian food, and I go there often

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  31. Sasha

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful pastas and starters. Very attentive servers and busses. Reasonable prices. Would definitely return!

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  32. Bigfoot

    San Francisco

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We enjoyed an wonderful dinner last night at La Stanza, Service, food and staff were exceptional.

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  33. ChristmasGirl

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome food. So savory. Great service. Friendly staff.

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  34. Bonvivant

    San Francisco

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, excellent service, reasonable prices, fast-paced but still pleasant upscale ambience. My wife and I split both the delicious Bolognese and a beautiful pork second, and the staff did this perfectly for us. First visit but we can’t wait to go again and bring our friends!

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  35. Christine

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and excellent service. Convenient parking.

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  36. mac0813

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really love this place. Delicious and low key food. Warm, attentive staff.

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  37. PAMom

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Lovely dinner. Food was tasty and ingredients (shrimp, for example) seemed very fresh and high quality. Service was excellent.

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  38. SteveO

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was a birthday celebration. Great food, service, and atmosphere!

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  39. Philspillsthebeans

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Pasta dishes were very tasty and al dente. Ceasar salad was excellent.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite neighborhood Italian bistro. Great food, and the people are awesome. Good sauces, rotating specials, yummy desserts. The gnocchi are so good you have to order them even if you are having something else for your main. I could eat here multiple times a week

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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
  • Protective equipment

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

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

La Stanza Cucina Italiana offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 326-1314.

La Stanza Cucina Italiana is rated 4.7 stars by 428 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 11 times today
Google Map for La Stanza Cucina Italiana

651 Oak Grove Ave, Suite H, Menlo Park, CA 94025

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    El Camino Real/ santa Cruz

  • Neighborhood

    Menlo Park

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 4:00 pm–8:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Free big parking lot on side

  • Public transit

    Caltrain / Samtrans

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Angelo Cucco Miguel Prado

  • Additional

    Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (650) 326-1314

  • Catering

    We offer catering menu please call us or email us at lastanzacucina@gmail.com

  • Private party facilities

    We Offer a small private room please call for more information or email us lastanzacucina@gmail.com

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