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Mangia Bene Cucina, Laguna Niguel, CA

Mangia Bene Cucina

4.8 (707)
$30 and under
Italian
27281 La Paz Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-3625

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Located in beautiful Laguna Niguel, CA, Mangia Bene Cucina has been an Orange County landmark since 1991. Our mission is to provide our guests with the best and most memorable dining experience. From our upbeat and vibrant staff, to our original and delicious Italian dishes.

We have a passion for Italian cuisine and with over 25 years of restaurant experience, we are sure to provide you with what we like to call, The Fresh Italian Food Experience.

From serving you daily for lunch and dinner to catering your parties and special events, we welcome your family to our family restaurant.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Sunday - Thursday : 11:30 AM - 09:30 PM; Friday - Saturday : 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM;
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We Cater private events, please contact Management for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    We can host private events, please contact Management for more information.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
  • Cross street
    La Paz & Pacific Park Drive
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 707 people are saying

Mangia Bene Cucina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mangia Bene Cucina consistently delivers "excellent food & service" in a "pleasing environment." Diners appreciate its "extensive menu," generous portions, and "delicious" Italian dishes. The staff's "exceptional" service and the "quality customer service" from individuals like Jasmine and Romero are frequently praised. With a full bar and family-friendly atmosphere, it's a "go-to" place for many.
707 Reviews
  1. Janey

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mangia Bene is our "Go To" place to eat out. The food is always delicious, service is great, and the atmosphere is wonderful. My husband and I have never been disappointed with our dining experiences with Mangia Bene. The only problem is deciding what to order because it is all SOOO great!

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  2. Jackie

    Orange County12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently delicious, and excellent service….always a pleasure dining here!

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  3. Sylvia VIP

    Orange County28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure: good food and good service you can count on.

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  4. Marcy VIP

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, big portions, good service, pleasant evening

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  5. George VIP

    Las Vegas125 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining spot. We had reservations this evening for a nice Italian dinner. Jasmine and Romero took care of us with quality customer service. We started with Martinis, bread and the eggplant appetizer which were terrific. I also had a salad which was very good. My wife had the chicken, spinach ravioli, angnolotti rosati and I had the penned campagnola. The food, service and ambiance was fantastic. We finished with coffee and tiramasu. Highly recommended

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  6. John

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I have been going to Mangia Bene since 1991 when it first opened. The food has always been consistently good and the value is unmatched.

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  7. Roxann VIP

    Orange County22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always delicious & a perfect evening out - drinks are excellent from the bar!!!!

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  8. Mitch

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter, Freddy, made the experience special. We'll be back!

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  9. Mae Lon

    Orange County13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food & service in a pleasing environment. Mother's day was very busy but service was efficient and friendly. Lots of variety on the extensive menu. Pricing moderate with lower lunch prices available on some entrees. Parking can be a little challenging on Mother's Day, probably the busiest day of the year other than Valentines, but not if you have an early reservation. Highly recommended.

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  10. kathy

    California Central Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been dining at Mangia Bene for over a decade and it has been a great experience for us. Food has always been consistently good and full bar service also is one of the highlights. We are very pleased with the hospitality. I give thumbs up!

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FAQs

Mangia Bene Cucina offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 831-0141.

Mangia Bene Cucina is rated 4.8 stars by 707 OpenTable diners.

Mangia Bene Cucina does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Orange County
  4. South Orange County
  5. Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Mangia Bene Cucina

27281 La Paz Rd, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677-3625

Additional information

  • Cross street
    La Paz & Pacific Park Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Aliso Viejo / Laguna Niguel
  • Hours of operation
    Sunday - Thursday : 11:30 AM - 09:30 PM; Friday - Saturday : 11:30 AM - 10:30 PM;
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We Cater private events, please contact Management for more information.
  • Private party facilities
    We can host private events, please contact Management for more information.
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